Position No: ZPA3120834

Salary/Level: Grade 1 (Rostered), $77,480 - $80,660 p.a. plus 12% Superannuation

Tenure: 12 Months Fixed-term (with the possibility of extension or permanency), Full-time

Location: Perth Zoo, Western Australia

This position works as part of the Facilities and Environmental Services team in ensuring the Zoo's buildings, facilities and grounds are presented and maintained in a clean, tidy, safe and functional condition at all times. As a member of the maintenance team the position undertakes general repairs, maintenance and general cleaning in the upkeep and presentation of the facilities and grounds.

At DBCA, we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will demonstrate Personal Leadership to help drive positive change.

The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current and satisfactory National Police Check and a pre-employment medical and Zoonosis vaccination program prior to commencement.

Application Instructions:

To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:

• A covering letter.
• A statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than three (3) pages).
• A current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.

Selection Criteria

Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total.

1. Experience in a facilities and grounds maintenance environment in a high visitation public attraction.
2. Ability to carry out minor carpentry, painting, paving, fencing, concreting and other general building and facility maintenance works.
3. Awareness of relevant Occupational Safety and Health issues including the safe use of equipment and materials. (The successful applicant will be required to obtain a White Card (a form of safety awareness training) before commencing.
4. Ability to work effectively both individually and in a team environment with limited supervision.

Please click “Apply” and you will be redirected to the WA Government Jobs Board website at https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/ where you can submit your application online.

For further information about the Zoological Parks Authority, please visit https://perthzoo.wa.gov.au/

For further job-related information, please contact Paul Vallerius on 0499 769 212.

Closing date: Friday, 31 October 2025 at 12 noon AWST (3pm AEDT). No late or pro forma applications will be accepted.