Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.

THESE ARE PERMANENT, PART-TIME (0.56 FTE) POSITIONS

THESE POSITIONS ARE BASED IN SOUTH PERTH (PERTH ZOO)

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON FRIDAY, 20 NOVEMBER 2026

Job Description

The Perth Zoo Science Program provides support to the Species Recovery Programs to maintain captive breeding colonies and to provide animals for establishment or supplementation of wild populations.

We currently have two opportunities in the role of Technical Officer Zoology.

These positions work under the guidance of the Senior Technical Officer Zoology as an effective member of the Perth Zoo Science team, providing a high level of care, husbandry and health monitoring for assigned animal species in the Native Species Breeding Program (NSBP).

These positions operate within a strong safety culture and follow defined Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Training occurs as operationally required.

Selection Criteria

Applicants should address the following five (5) essential criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total.

1. Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care or an industry equivalent certification.
   
   
2. Applied biological knowledge and experience in the husbandry, observation and management of wildlife in a zoo or similar environment.
   
   
3. Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in a team and to communicate well verbally and in writing.
   
   
4. Demonstrated understanding of and experience in the application of health, safety and wellbeing and equity and diversity principles and practices in the workplace.
   
   
5. Knowledge of and commitment to nature conservation, including the communication of a biodiversity ethos to the public, consistent with the role of Zoos.

Note: Applicants who meet selection criteria 2 to a high degree will be particularly well regarded.

About Us

DBCA, one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.

For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at DBCA is an attractive proposition, please visit our website.

Benefits of working with us

In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:

• Staff discounts at gyms, pools and fitness centres (where available) through the Fitness Passport program.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
• 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
• 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
• Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
• A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
• An annual National Park Entry Pass.
• Well-established learning and development programs.

How to apply: 

All applications are to be submitted online. Select 'Apply for job', located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:

• a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than three (3) pages).
• current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.
• a copy of your Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care or an industry equivalent certification or Statement of Attainment for the qualification.

For further job-related information: contact Belinda Laming on 0403 909 842 or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.

We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the value of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:

• A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.

For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the Job Description link below. The documents linked to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.

Eligibility: It is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency status. Only applicants who meet this eligibility requirement will be considered.

A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au during the advertising period.

Substantive Equality Statement

DBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.

Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au. Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.