Perth Zoo gets hands-on in wildlife conservation, at home and beyond our borders. This is what makes us one of the world’s best inner-city zoos. One simple vision inspires and directs our work – a world where diversity of species and habitats is secure.
Similar appointments may be made from this process within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON FRIDAY, 3 APRIL 2020
Job Description
This position works as part of the Facilities and Environmental Services team in ensuring the Zoo's buildings, facilities and grounds are presented and maintained in a clean, tidy, safe and functional condition at all times.
As a member of the maintenance team, the position undertakes general repairs, maintenance, minor construction work and general cleaning in the upkeep and presentation of the facilities and grounds of the Zoo.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria in a written application. These should be addressed in no more than two (2) pages in total.
-
Experience in a facilities and grounds maintenance environment in a high visitation public attraction.
-
Ability to carry out minor carpentry, painting, paving, fencing, concreting and other general building and facility maintenance works.
-
Awareness of relevant Occupational Safety and Health issues including the safe use of equipment and materials. (The successful applicant will be required to obtain a White Card (a form of safety awareness training) before commencing.
-
Ability to work effectively both individually and in a team environment with limited supervision.
Note: In accordance with relevant legislation and departmental policy, the successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement.
The successful applicant will also be required to undertake a satisfactory pre-employment medical assessment prior to commencement.
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, including those that are not required to be addressed in the written application, please refer to the attached Job Description Form. The documents attached to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.
For Further Job Related Information: Please contact Mr Brad Horan on (08) 9474 0346, or for further information about Perth Zoo, please visit www.perthzoo.wa.gov.au.
Application Instructions:
Applicants should submit the following:
Failure to do so may jeopardise the selection panel’s ability to assess your application.
To ensure that you submit the required and appropriate information in your application, please read the attached Job Application Kit carefully. All documents attached with your application must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format.
To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.
No late or proforma applications will be accepted.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.
Substantive Equality Statement
The Zoological Parks Authority 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. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
For adjustments required in the recruitment process contact the Workforce Diversity Consultant on (08) 9219 9828 or employeerelations@dbca.wa.gov.au. Do not send applications to this email; they will not be accepted.