We have a clear vision to help secure a shared future for wildlife and people with activities that span the fields of animal care, recovery, education, community engagement, guest experience and science.
At Taronga Zoo in Sydney and Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo, we lead conservation efforts in the field and participate in regional and global conservation breeding programs to establish insurance populations for species threatened in the wild. We also operate two wildlife hospitals that treat and rehabilitate injured native wildlife, as well as provide best-practice health care for the animals at our Zoos.
Taronga has a deep commitment to conservation science. In Australia and internationally, we work with universities, governments and conservation partners to respond to challenges impacting wildlife and people. We also have a proud tradition of delivering conservation education programs that increase knowledge and awareness and inspire students to become global leaders in conservation. Taronga receives support from the NSW Government and the Taronga Foundation. Established in 2000, the Taronga Foundation raises funds for conservation, education programs and wildlife in our care.
Taronga Recruitment Process:
Applicants will need to apply via I Work for NSW. Your application will include your CV, cover letter, and two short answer questions.
If you application meetings the hiring criteria, you will be contacted to arrange an onsite interview at Taronga Zoo Sydney.
The interview will be a panel of 3 and will go for approx 30 minutes.
Two assessments will be required to be completed - one prior to the interview and one during.
Successful applicants are those passionate about what they do, have a bubbly personality and will fit in with the current team culture and have a drive for great customer service.
Casual Pay Rate
Taronga Conservation Society Australia Wages Award, hourly rate $28.24 (Monday- Sunday) plus superannuation and appropriate penalties.
Being a part of the Taronga team entitles employees to several benefits, including:
Career Opportunities
Within the Contact Centre there is progression to learn additional skillsets as well as have the opportunity to move into a fulltime role.
Once you become a Taronga Employee you will have the opportunity to apply for internal vacancies in all areas of the Taronga business.