Company description

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 providing 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.

- Located at Sydney's Iconic - Taronga Zoo!

- Ongoing Full-time positions

- TCSA Salaried Employees Award, annual package $61,962 (Trainee keeper) to $107,396 (Senior Keeper) (includes base salary $54,669 to $94,755 plus superannuation & leave loading)

Taronga is on the lookout for passionate and dedicated Keepers to join our world-class team! If you're motivated, eager to learn, and ready to make a real impact in conservation, wildlife care and guest experience, this is your chance to be part of something extraordinary.

This exciting opportunity sits within our Exotic Fauna Precinct, home to a fascinating variety of carnivores, primates and ungulates. Join us and help shape unforgettable experiences for our visitors, while playing a key role in protecting the natural world.

About the Role…





We're looking for someone who's not only passionate about wildlife but also committed to delivering the highest standards of animal care and inspiring our guests through meaningful conservation storytelling.

As a Keeper in our Exotic Fauna Precinct, you'll play a key role in the daily care and welfare of a diverse range of exotic mammals.

You'll bring with you a solid foundation in best-practice husbandry techniques, hands-on experience with habitat maintenance, and a passion for delivering highly engaging guest experience.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to Taronga's mission to secure a shared future for wildlife and people.

Key accountabilities…

- Work without supervision to safely provide high quality animal husbandry and management techniques in line with Taronga policies and procedures to assist Taronga in meeting WHS and animal care and welfare targets and in complying with all relevant legislation.

- Comply with Taronga's Animal Welfare Charter to ensure industry leading standards of animal welfare are maintained and animals in our care are assured of Taronga's 5 Freedoms.

- Communicate Taronga's conservation messages both internally and externally, ensuring all communications align with Taronga's values to inspire behavioural change in accordance with Taronga's vision and strategy.

- Deliver high quality guest experiences in order to convert guest to advocate and promote repeat visitation.

- Work effectively as a member of a high performing team including peers, volunteers and students.

- Comply with sustainability practices in the workplace to help achieve Taronga's sustainability targets and reduce environmental impact.

About You…

We are looking for candidates that have:





- NSW C Class Drivers License (or ability to transfer current unrestricted license)

- TB Screening

- Vaccinations against Zoonotic disease (in accordance with Taronga's Zoonotic disease vaccination matrix)

- Obtain and maintain a current paid NSW Working with Children Check at own expense.

Benefits…

Our employees enjoy generous employment conditions including some of the following:

- Flexible Hybrid work model - Taronga supports a blend of in-office, remote, and on-the-go workers!

- Complimentary family and friends passes across both Taronga's Sydney & Dubbo Zoo's

- Free onsite car parking, outside of peak periods

- A wide range of discounts on our award winning accommodation across both sites

- Discounted food and beverage purchases across the sites

- Discounted Fitness Passport

- We're a social team - there's always lots going on around the zoo that we get involved with!

- more!

We Value Diversity…

Taronga is an equal opportunity employer, where we recognise the diversity of our workforce and community - be it on the basis of gender, age, culture, religion, language or personal circumstances.

Taronga is also committed to building on the perspectives, experience, knowledge and skills that this diversity brings to our organisation.

About Applying…

Please submit your resume and a cover letter of one page. You are also required to complete the below target questions as part of your application.

1. Outline your experience working with exotic mammals. What are some of your key achievements from your paid working career in this industry? (max 500 words)

1. How do you ensure safety in a zoo workplace setting? Give an example of how you have contributed to a safe workplace. (max 500 words)

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday 23rd August, 2026.

We offer

Taronga is more than just a workplace - we're a team-oriented community of kind and respectful people who share a passion for making a positive impact on the world.

📌 Keeper - Exotics - Taronga Zoo (Sydney)
🏢 Taronga Zoo
📍 Sydney