The National Zoo and Aquarium in Canberra is one of Australia's most highly regarded tourist attractions and educational facilities, located in the heart of the nation's capital. The Zoo creates a unique environment where visitors of all ages can reconnect with nature and experience some of the world's most fascinating wildlife.

We are currently seeking reliable, motivated and practical individuals to join our Grounds and Presentation team in casual Grounds Keeper positions.

Working within a friendly and dedicated team, you will play an important role in maintaining the presentation, cleanliness and overall appearance of the Zoo. This is an active, hands-on outdoor position offering the opportunity to work in a unique environment, surrounded by beautiful gardens and an incredible variety of wildlife.

The role involves a variety of general grounds and presentation duties, including:

- Maintaining the cleanliness and presentation of Zoo grounds, pathways, public areas and visitor facilities.

- Maintaining the presentation of the Zoo's unique visitor and animal environments, including cleaning glass viewing panels across animal enclosures and aquarium exhibits, ensuring visitors enjoy clear, unobstructed views of the animals and aquatic life. Duties also include maintaining public amenities, handrails and toilet facilities to a high standard.

- Pressure washing concrete pathways and other hard surfaces.

- Collecting litter and ensuring public areas remain clean, tidy and presentable throughout the day.

- Carrying out light horticultural and grounds maintenance duties, including leaf blowing, collecting fallen branches and sticks, and general garden tidying.

- Assisting the wider Grounds and Presentation team with day-to-day operational requirements as needed.

Applicants should demonstrate:

- A reliable, positive and proactive attitude, with a strong work ethic.

- The ability to work outdoors and undertake physically demanding, hands-on tasks.





- Valuable attention to detail and pride in maintaining high presentation standards.

- The ability to work independently as well as contribute positively to a team environment.

- Good communication skills and a professional approach to working in a public-facing environment.

- Previous experience in grounds maintenance, cleaning, horticulture or a similar practical role will be highly regarded.

Employment requirements:

- The successful applicant must be willing to undergo a National Police Check.

- The successful applicant must be willing to obtain and maintain a valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.

- A current Australian driver's licence

Right to Work in Australia:

- Applicants must currently reside in Australia and have unrestricted or otherwise valid work rights that permit them to undertake this casual employment.

- Applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Australian work rights, including valid visa documentation and applicable work conditions where relevant.

- The National Zoo and Aquarium does not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants requiring employer sponsorship to obtain work rights will not be considered.

Applicants should be comfortable undertaking routine physical work, including prolonged periods of walking and standing, bending, lifting and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

This is an excellent opportunity for people who enjoy practical outdoor work, take pride in their surroundings and would like to be part of a team responsible for maintaining one of Australia's most unique visitor attractions.

If you enjoy working in a beautiful outdoor environment, appreciate wildlife and are looking to join a friendly team where your contribution makes a genuine difference, we would like to hear from you.

Positions are casual, with shifts offered as operational requirements arise. Flexibility and availability to assist when additional support is required will be highly regarded.

Please apply with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and availability to *@nationalzoo.com.au.

📌 Grounds Keeper - Casual Positions (Yarralumla)
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