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Taronga Zoo Sydney has an extremely unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced Exotic Fauna Unit Supervisor who sees a future with Taronga! Located at Sydneys iconic Taronga Zoo, Cammeraigal Country Full time, ongoing position within our Exotic Fauna Precinct with our Gorilla team TCSA Salaried Employees Award, Unit Supervisor, base salary starting from $102,613 + 12% superannuation & penalty rates where appliable About the RoleYoull be joining and supervising a team of passionate Primate Keepers. Together with the Manager, Exotic Fauna Precinct, and Exotic Fauna Supervisor team youll be responsible for high quality wildlife care, developing industry leading animal husbandry and management practices and provide inspiring guest experience opportunities. This position will work across a 7-day rotating roster Shift times range from 6am till 4pm *Shift patterns to be discussed in the interview process Key Accountabilities Work to safely provide high quality animal husbandry and management within the Exotics Precinct, Primates/Gorilla team Techniques in line with Taronga policies and procedures to assist Taronga in meeting WHS and animal care and welfare targets, complying with all relevant legislation. Directly supervise and support a diverse team of Exotic Fauna Keepers ensuring their adherences to Taronga and legislative policies and procedures. Set team and individual goals that are aligned with Tarongas vision and strategic plan. Develop and implement engaging guest experiences that align with Tarongas vision and strategy. Communicate Taronga''s education and 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. Develop and maintain effective relationships with a broad range of stakeholders to advance the unit towards its strategic and operational goals. Work effectively as a member of a high performing team including peers, volunteers and students to assist Taronga in its achievement of strategic outcomes. Comply with sustainability practices in the workplace to help achieve Taronga''s sustainability targets and reduce environmental impact. About YouWe are looking for candidates that have: Extensive animal husbandry related experience, preferably with Great Apes Extensive dangerous animal experience, preferably with Great Apes NSW C Class Drivers Licence (or ability to transfer current unrestricted licence) Pre employment TB Screening and Pre-employment Q fever Certificate III in Captive Animals or equivalent Obtain and maintain a current paid NSW Working with Children Check at own expense. BenefitsOur employees enjoy generous employment conditions including some of the following: Complimentary family and friends passes across both Tarongas Sydney & Dubbo Zoos 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 Fitness Passport Were a social team - theres always lots going on around the zoo that we get involved with! + more! We Value DiversityTaronga 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 ApplyingPlease submit your resume and a cover letter of one page. You are also required to complete the two target questions as part of your application. What strengths and experience do you possess that would help you achieve success in this role as a Supervisor in the Exotic Fauna team? (max 500 words) In the capacity of a supervisor or leadership role, describe how you ensure safety is maintained in a zoo workplace environment, working with dangerous animals. (max 500 words) Applications Close:11:59pm Tuesday 31 March 2026