Employment

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WE’RE HIRING! CASUAL SUMMER STAFF WANTED!

Looking for a great place to work this summer? Join the team at National Zoo & Aquarium in Canberra!

We’re looking for enthusiastic and reliable casual staff to join our team, with immediate starts available and opportunities throughout the busy summer and school holiday period.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE:

  • Rhino Bistro & Capybara Events Centre

  • Cafe and F&B service

  • Functions and events

  • Admissions and guest services

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

  • Friendly, enthusiastic and customer-focused individuals

  • A positive attitude and willingness to learn

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Previous hospitality, retail or customer service experience is an advantage

  • Availability to work weekends, public holidays and throughout the summer school holidays

TO APPLY:

Email your CV and a brief introduction to: [email protected] including your availability and preferred area of work.

Applications are open now, with immediate starts available!

aCCEPTING eXPRESSIONS OF iNTEREST:

Join the list to be updated when our Education Team next hire (likely in mid to late 2027). Exceptional candidates may be contacted earlier as opportunities arise. Submit EOI here.

Being a part of our team entitles employees to many benefits, including:

Generous F&B discounts at on-site venues

  • Free entry for yourself to our Zoo

  • A family membership for your immediate family to enjoy the zoo with you

  • Priority access to our wildlife volunteer program

  • Social club membership with ongoing events throughout the year

  • Discounts on Retail, Animal Encounters and school holiday programs

  • Discounts and last-minute booking opportunities for Jamala Wildlife Lodge

  • Presale access and discounts to Events hosted onsite

  • Ongoing opportunities for personal development through internal and external programs

  • Behind-the-scenes experiences

  • Access to a network of Mental Health First aiders

  • Free onsite parking

The National Zoo and Aquarium’s vision is to inspire and assist in the conservation of the natural world through exciting and innovative educational experiences.

Join our team to help us spread that message and live that value every day, as you assist us to set industry benchmarks in animal husbandry, safety and visitor experiences. We are proud of the dedication and care shown by our staff and invite like-minded people to apply for positions as they are advertised below. The National Zoo & Aquarium are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and achieving and maintaining a workforce which is representative of the local community.