Wildlife Officer

College Majors

Hidden Vale, Queensland, Australia
Base: $83,776 - $93,121; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Hybrid
Native wildlife species care
Husbandry and cleaning procedures
Animal management records
The College Majors is seeking a Wildlife Officer to provide high-quality care and husbandry for native wildlife species at the Hidden Vale Research Station in Queensland, Australia. The role involves both practical animal care responsibilities and administrative duties, supporting research and teaching activities until December 2026

Job Summary

  • Provide high-quality husbandry and care of native wildlife species in support of teaching and research activities at the Hidden Vale Research Station (HVRS).
  • This role combines practical animal care responsibilities with administrative and supervisory duties, while providing key operational support to the HVRS Manager.
  • UQ offers a range of benefits and rewards, such as 26 weeks paid parental leave, 17% superannuation contributions, and access to flexible working arrangements.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The College Majors is seeking a Wildlife Officer to provide high-quality care and husbandry for native wildlife species at the Hidden Vale Research Station in Queensland, Australia. The role involves both practical animal care responsibilities and administrative duties, supporting research and teaching activities until December 2026.

Salary

Base: $83,776 - $93,121; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% Superannuation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Native wildlife species care
  • Husbandry and cleaning procedures
  • Animal management records
  • Biosecurity and compliance procedures
  • Weekend and public holiday roster

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative and positive team environment
  • Excellence at the core of culture
  • Equity, diversity, and inclusion

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Wildlife Science, Biology or Zoology
  • Diploma with relevant work experience
  • Relevant experience and/or education/training
  • Codes and acts governing animal use
  • Supervising staff and training skills
  • Written and spoken communication skills
  • Decision making and troubleshooting skills
  • Planning and prioritizing own time
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Animal Ethics, Biosecurity, OHS understanding
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia

Work Rights

Unrestricted work rights in Australia

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