Wildlife Officer

elearning.uq.edu.au

Hidden Vale, Queensland, Australia
Base: $83,776 - $93,121; bonus/equity: not specifi...
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Native wildlife species care
Animal management records
Biosecurity and compliance procedures
** The University of Queensland is seeking a Wildlife Officer to provide high-quality husbandry and care for native wildlife at the Hidden Vale Research Station. This full-time, fixed-term role involves practical animal care responsibilities alongside administrative duties, aimed at supporting teaching and research activities. **

Job Summary

  • Providing high-quality husbandry and care for native wildlife species to support teaching and research activities.
  • 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

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** The University of Queensland is seeking a Wildlife Officer to provide high-quality husbandry and care for native wildlife at the Hidden Vale Research Station. This full-time, fixed-term role involves practical animal care responsibilities alongside administrative duties, aimed at supporting teaching and research activities. **

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Native wildlife species care
  • Animal management records
  • Biosecurity and compliance procedures
  • Weekend and public holiday roster
  • Prepare and handle restricted drugs

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
  • Relevant work experience with Diploma
  • Codes and acts governing animal use
  • Supervising staff and training skills
  • Clear written and spoken communication
  • Decision making and trouble-shooting skills
  • Plan and prioritise own time and tasks
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Regulatory requirements for Animal Ethics
  • ZIMS (Zoological Information Management Software)

Work Rights

Unrestricted work rights in Australia

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