Reptile keeper

About National Trust Queensland & the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Voted one of the Gold Coasts most popular tourist destinations Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (CWS) is the crown jewel of the National Trust of Australia (Queensland) NTAQ properties. As one of Queenslands earliest nature-based tourist destinations the Sanctuary is a physical embodiment of everything the NTAQ represents : to conserve and advance our natural and cultural heritage for future generations. As we continue to welcome visitors to the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and share our conservation story - we have an opportunity for a passionate energetic and experienced Wildlife Officer Reptile Keeper to support our dedicated Wildlife team and connect with our animals and visitors. About the Role Reporting to the Supervisor Reptiles and Amphibians we are seeking a professional applicant who will work alongside our Wildlife team and will be involved in duties such as but not limited to; managing animal husbandry health and welfare record keeping and enclosure maintenance. We are seeking professional applicants who will be energetic enthusiastic and have a high level of general wildlife knowledge and professional customer service skills. This is a part time role (34 hours per week) working a Friday - Tuesday roster so weekend availability is needed. About You To be successful in this role you will have a Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care. You will have the ability to work independently and provide accurate daily updates and reports as required. Other key skills and qualifications we are looking for include : Can deliver a high level of friendly customer service to all visitors Be prepared to work in an outdoor environment in all weathers in a role that requires substantial walking High level of energy communication and teamwork skills Flexible and reliable with a positive can do attitude in our team environment Ability to carry / support up to 10kg for a prolonged period Prepared to complete all necessary training and immunisations as may be required for this role Flexible and availability to work across weekends and school holiday holidays What we can offer Just as our charter is to protect conserve and celebrate the Environmental Built and Cultural heritage of our State we also are committed to ensuring our Team Members are protected taken care of and of course celebrated We offer current and future team members : Benchmarked Salary Free On-Site Parking Tertiary Education Partners for access to recognised Qualifications Flexible Working Arrangements and Study Leave NTAQ Team Member Card offering unlimited entry to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and other SEQ sites and generous retail & food & beverage discounts Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Family & Friends Passes Access to 470 fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family Yearly Salary : 36 - 38 #J-18808-Ljbffr