Full-time Zoologist position available with market-competitive salary. Work in a dynamic team in Sunshine Coast QLD.

About Us
Sunshine Coast Snake Catchers is a Queensland-based wildlife and reptile management business providing professional snake catching, wildlife relocation, species identification and community education services across the Sunshine Coast region. The business operates under authorisations issued by the Queensland Department of Environment, Science and Innovation (or its successor) pursuant to the Nature Conservation Act 1992 (Qld) and subordinate regulations, and is committed to the humane handling, welfare and relocation of native wildlife in accordance with best-practice standards.

Our team comprises licensed wildlife handlers, zoologists and ecologists who respond to reptile and wildlife incidents 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and who contribute to the broader protection of Queensland's native fauna through education, research support and community engagement.

About the role
The Zoologist is a technical and operational role responsible for the safe capture, handling, identification and relocation of snakes and other native wildlife, and for providing specialist zoological advice to clients, colleagues and the community. The role combines field work with public-facing education, record keeping and regulatory compliance.

The Zoologist is expected to apply tertiary-level zoological knowledge in day-to-day operations, to maintain the highest standards of animal welfare and work health and safety, and to represent Sunshine Coast Snake Catchers professionally in dealings with members of the public, government agencies, veterinarians, researchers and other stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

- Attend call-outs to residential, commercial, industrial and rural premises to capture, contain and remove snakes and other native wildlife safely and humanely;




- Use appropriate handling tools and techniques (hooks, bags, tubes and transport containers) consistent with current best practice and manufacturer instructions.
- Assess each site and animal to determine the most appropriate capture and relocation method, having regard to animal welfare, human safety and ecological considerations;
- Relocate captured wildlife to suitable release sites in accordance with the conditions of the business's wildlife authorisations and the Nature Conservation Act 1992 (Qld);
- Where an animal is injured, diseased or non-releasable, arrange transfer to an appropriately licensed wildlife carer or veterinarian in a timely manner;
- Maintain, clean and disinfect equipment, vehicles and transport containers between jobs to minimise biosecurity and disease transmission risks.
- Accurately identify snake and other reptile species encountered in the field, including distinguishing between venomous and non-venomous species;
- Advise clients, first responders and medical practitioners on species identification where relevant to envenomation treatment, following consultation with the Operations Manager or treating clinician;
- Contribute identifications and distribution records to internal databases and, where appropriate, to external citizen-science or research platforms.
- Deliver presentations, workshops and site visits to schools, community groups, workplaces and government agencies on topics including snake awareness, native wildlife, bite first aid and coexistence with reptiles;
- Prepare and review written educational materials,



website content and social media posts, ensuring factual accuracy and alignment with Queensland wildlife law;
- Respond to public enquiries by phone, email and social media in a professional and informed manner.
- Record each capture, relocation and release event, including species, location (with GPS coordinates), date, time, condition of the animal, method of capture and release site;
- Maintain records required by the conditions of the business's wildlife authorisations and by the Nature Conservation Act 1992 (Qld) and the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 (Qld);

Essential Skills

- Sound understanding of Queensland wildlife and animal welfare legislation and the practical application of permit conditions;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present confidently to diverse audiences;
- Calm, methodical and safety-focused approach under pressure, including in distressed-client and emergency situations;
- Proficiency with standard office software, GPS devices and wildlife record-keeping databases.
- Physically fit

Qualifications needed:

- Minimum Bachelor level or equivalent relevant work experience
- Minimum one year of work experience on relevant position

What We Offer

- Competitive salary based on experience
- Opportunities for professional growth and training
- A supportive and dynamic work environment
- Work on exciting projects with cutting-edge technology

Salary: The role offers a remuneration package ranging from $75,000-$105,000 plus superannuation for a 38-hour work week.

How to Apply: 11 Recruitment is your pathway to securing this exciting opportunity. We are looking forward to facilitating your application and potentially welcoming you to a company that values expertise. Apply now and let us help you take the next step in your career.

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📌 Zoologist - Sunshine Coast Snake Catchers
🏢 11 Recruitment
📍 Sunshine Coast