Veterinary Officer

Located at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo, New South Wales Ongoing, full-time position TCSASalaried Employees Award, Clerk Grade8/9Ranging from $138,101to $150,863Annual Package(includes base salary ranging from $121,845to $133,105plus superannuation& leave loading) 5 weeks annual leave Roster includes weekends and public holidays (penalty rates apply) About the role You will be workingwith an experiencedwildlife healthteamata newpurpose-builtwildlife hospitallocatedatTaronga Western Plains Zoo.Somekey features ofthis role: Taronga Western Plains Zoois home toa largepopulation ofnon-domestichoof-stock includinggiraffe, zebra, hippo,deer,antelope,elephantsand rhinoceros.A significant proportionofthecaseload involvesfield procedures and herd health management. Thewildlife health teamprovide a free veterinary service forsick, injured andorphanednative wildlife,treating over 700 native animals each year.This role involveswildlife triage, treatment and rehabilitation including consultations with wildlife carers. Thewildlifehospitalshowcasesveterinary work to zoo visitors, with animal treatment rooms, surgicalfacilitiesand laboratories on display. Delivering guest experience and education is embedded inwildlifehospital operations and is an integral part of the daily requirements of this role. This roleprovidesveterinary support forseveralex-situ conservationbreedingprogramsbased at Taronga Western Plains Zoo.Opportunities for fieldworkmay be available periodically. Thewildlifehealth team are supported byTaronga’swildlife pathologists,science teamand nutritionist, and a network ofveterinary specialists forassistancewith complex cases. Veterinariansalsosupport the education and trainingofunder-graduate and post graduatestudents. About you Please note - Visa sponsorship considered for international applicants. We are looking for candidates that have: Tertiary qualifications in Veterinary Science and eligibility forfullregistration with the Veterinary Practitioners Board of NSW Board certification and/or post-graduate qualifications in zoo and wildlife medicine or conservation medicine (preferred). Demonstrated knowledge and skill in all aspects of the veterinary management of zoo and wild animals, and the implementation of effective preventative medicine programs in zoos. Experiencein the veterinary management of non-domestichoof stock, includingmega vertebrates. Experience in the treatment and rehabilitation offree-rangingwildlife. Demonstrated knowledge of zoo animal husbandry and management practices, including breeding, nutrition, animalhousingand enclosure design. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a small team using excellent interpersonal and communication skills to promote a team culture that values diversity and collaborative working relationships. Demonstrated ability to set priorities,planandco-ordinatedaily activities in an animal health care setting. Pre employment TB screening, Q Fever, Rabies and Tetanus vaccinations (required prior to commencement). CurrentNSW Working with Children Checkor ability to obtain NSW Class C Driver’s Licence and ability to drive a vehicle with manual transmission CurrentNSW TranquilliserFirearmsPermit or ability to obtain Our employees enjoy generous employment conditions including some of the following: Complimentary family andfriendspasses across both Taronga’s Zoos in Dubbo and Sydney A wide range of discounts on our award-winning accommodation Discounted food and beverage purchases across both sites Fitness Passport + more Tarongais an equal opportunity employer, where werecognisethe diversity of our workforce and community – be it based on gender, age, culture, religion,languageor personal circumstances. Tarongais also committed to building on the perspectives, experience,knowledgeand skills that this diversity brings to ourorganisation. About Applying Pleasesubmityour resume and a cover letter of one page. Youare also required tocomplete the two target questions as part of your application. Outlinethe topfive factorsthat you consider most importantfordeliveringan effectiveanimal health service in an open range zoosetting– explaineach of your choices. Maximum 300 words. How do youprioritisethe needs of individual animals withanimal health requirements of theoverall zoo population, including conservation and breedingprograms and requests from outsideorganisations(including private vets, government agencies, wildlife carers).Maximum 300 words. Applications Close:11:59pm Tuesday 23 December 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr