* Position located at Dubbo's Iconic Taronga Western Plains Zoo
* Full Time, ongoing position
* TWPZ Labourer, starting frombase salary $64,252 ranging to $71,275 (depending on experience) + employer's contribution to superannuation + annual leave loading
* Additional Weekend penalties apply
About The Role…
* This is a full time position
* Current work hours are 7am – 3.30pm with flexible work arrangements available, along with 5 weeks of annual leave.
* Weekend penalty rates apply
This is a truly unique opportunity You will work on the zoo exhibit facilities for animals such as giraffes, tigers, elephants, hippos and lions + more, as well as completing day to day labouring duties across the entire zoo location.
Key Accountabilities…
* Provide input on the quoting and planning of maintenance works and projects.
* Ensure all work requests are completed within timeframes and to meet organisational expectations including enhancing visitor experience, animal husbandry and welfare, and commercial objectives.
* Complete regular inspections of public facilities, buildings and other assets to ensure that they are maintained and presented to the expected standard.
* Work effectively as a member of a high performing team, completing assigned work tasks and projects to assist Taronga in its achievement of strategic outcomes.
* Effective delivery of high-quality customer service to all Zoo visitors, staff and volunteers.
* Comply with and suggest sustainability practices in the workplace to help achieve Taronga's sustainability targets and reduce environmental impact.
* Comply with and report any Work, Health and Safety incidents in line with Taronga's Work, Health and Safety Charter.
About You…
We are looking for candidates that have:
* Qualifications/ experience in Landscaping/Horticulture
* Hold a current NSW Drivers License or ability to have existing license formally recognised, including manual.
* Maintain a current NSW White Card for Construction
* Obtain and maintain a current paid NSW Working with Children Check
Pre Employment Requirements…
* Q Fever vaccination at own expense
* Pre-employment medical assessment
Benefits…
Our employees enjoy generous employment conditions including:
* Complimentary family and friends passes
* A wide range of discounts on our award winning accommodation
* Discounted food and beverage purchases across the site
* Reduced rates for other services including animal encounters
* To discover more about the benefits of working at Taronga, please visit our website here .
We Value Diversity…
Taronga is an equal opportunity employer, where we recognise the diversity of our workforce and community – be it on the basis of gender, age, culture, religion, language or personal circumstances.
Taronga is also committed to building on the perspectives, experience, knowledge and skills that this diversity brings to our organisation.
Taronga provide specific workplace programs to support diversity and equal employment opportunities for women, people with a disability and people identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
How To Apply…
Please submit your resume and a cover letter of one page. You are also required to complete the two target questions as part of your application.
* Outline your previous experience within a horticulture environment. What makes you suitable for this position?
* Describe your experience with the cultivation and care of a wide range of plants, including exotic or rare species. How do you approach the challenges associated with these types of plants?