Fancy a painting role with a view you won’t find anywhere else? Australia Zoo is looking for a skilled and versatile Painter to join our dynamic Construction and Maintenance team on a full-time, 6-month contract. This is your chance to bring your trade to one of the world’s most iconic zoos, where your work will help maintain and enhance the habitats and facilities that house our incredible wildlife. If you thrive in a hands-on, high-energy environment and take pride in your craft, we’d love to see your application.
About Australia Zoo and Our Team
At Australia Zoo, our mission is about more than just animals; it’s about creating exceptional environments for them and our visitors. Our Construction and Maintenance department is the backbone of this effort, responsible for everything from building new habitats to maintaining our vast array of buildings and public spaces. As a Painter here, you’ll join a team of skilled tradespeople and labourers, reporting to the Projects Carpenter and working alongside an experienced crew dedicated to high standards and safety in a truly unique workplace.
Your Key Responsibilities
Your expertise will be applied across the zoo’s diverse infrastructure. Your main duties will be to:
- Prepare and paint a wide variety of surfaces as part of our planned maintenance cycle, including walls, ceilings, fences, masonry, and steelwork on both new and existing structures.
- Perform minor plastering and rendering repairs to ensure surfaces are perfect before painting.
- Apply a sound knowledge of modern painting systems, products, and techniques to achieve durable, high-quality finishes.
- Calculate the quantity of materials required for each job and assist with general site and equipment cleaning.
- Work strictly within all health and safety procedures, contributing to a safe environment for staff, visitors, and our animals.
- Assist with safety checks and perform any other duties as requested by senior management to support the team’s goals.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
We are looking for a practical, reliable professional who meets our essential criteria:
- A current construction White Card.
- A current manual Australian driver’s licence.
- Full availability to work weekends, public holidays, and during school holiday periods.
- Proven experience as a painter, with a demonstrated ability to work to a high standard.
- A great work ethic and the ability to work effectively as part of a close-knit, high-performance team.
- The physical fitness and adaptability for a role that is both demanding and varied.
Trade qualifications or specialised certificates are highly regarded but not mandatory. We value demonstrated skill and a positive, can-do attitude above all.
What We Offer You
This role offers a unique and rewarding experience, including:
- A full-time, fixed-term position for 6 months with one of Australia’s most beloved and recognisable organisations.
- The opportunity to work in a dynamic, world-class environment with a passionate team.
- A role where you can see the tangible impact of your work on visitor and animal habitats.
- A workplace that genuinely values diversity and inclusion, with specific programs to support women, people with disabilities, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds.
How to Apply
Ready to take your painting career on a wild adventure? To apply, please prepare the following information before starting our online application form:
- Your detailed education and employment history.
- Contact details for references.
- Any relevant qualifications (e.g., First Aid certificates).
- A list of any key achievements.
- Your clear availability for work hours.
- An up-to-date resume in .pdf format.
Submit your complete application through the Australia Zoo careers portal. We are excited to see how your skills and enthusiasm can contribute to our zoo’s ongoing story. Good luck
