To submit the application for the Casual Zoo Keepers position, please visit http://www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/. Complete the online application form, upload your resume and cover letter, and answer all the required questions. For any further inquiries, you can contact recruitment@zoo.nsw.gov.au. Ensure all information is accurate and submitted before the specified deadline. No email or fax submissions accepted. Only online submissions will be considered.

Applications for Casual Zoo Keepers positions typically close around late July each year. Ensure to check the official Taronga Zoo Sydney website for specific deadlines in 2024 and 2025.

The purpose of this form is to provide potential applicants with detailed information about the Casual Zoo Keeper positions at Taronga Zoo Sydney and Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo. It aims to guide applicants through the application process, highlighting necessary qualifications, expected duties, and the work environment. The FAQ format helps address common concerns and provides clarity on job expectations, ensuring informed applications.

• 1. Resume: An updated CV that outlines your work experience, education, and relevant skills.
• 2. Cover Letter: A one-page letter explaining your interest in the position and why you are a suitable candidate.
• 3. Target Questions: Specific questions that need to be answered to assess your suitability for the role.
• 4. Pre-screening Questions: A series of questions to screen candidates before proceeding to the interview stage.
• 5. Preferred Precinct: Choosing the area within the zoo you wish to work, although all preferences will be considered.

Failing to submit the application form may result in missing out on the opportunity to be considered for the Casual Zoo Keeper position at Taronga Zoo.

• Missed Deadlines: Ensure to submit by the specified deadline to avoid disqualification.
• Incomplete Information: Incomplete applications may not be considered, ensure all sections are filled out accurately.
• Lost Opportunity: Failing to apply means missing out on a chance to work at a leading conservation organization.

• 1. Career Change: Individuals looking to shift their career to wildlife conservation and zoo keeping.
• 2. New Graduates: Recent graduates looking for entry-level positions in animal husbandry and zoo management.
• 3. Volunteer to Paid Role: Volunteers in animal husbandry seeking a paid position.
• 4. Local Employment: Residents near Taronga Zoo Sydney or Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo seeking local employment.
• 5. Passion for Wildlife: Individuals passionate about wildlife conservation and animal welfare.