Company description:

Taronga is more than just a workplace - we're a collaborative community of kind and respectful people who share a passion for making a positive impact on the world.

Job description:

• Based at Dubbo's Iconic Taronga Western Plains Zoo
• Casual position - Perfect job for parents looking to work during school times
• TWPZ Cleaner Grade 1; Starting at $32.15 per hour, Monday to Friday + additional weekend penalties

This is a fantastic casual opportunity for a Cleaner to join our housekeeping team. A truly unique position; where you'll see Taronga's zoo animals every day!

This is the perfect job for parents looking to work during school times + enjoy casual loading rates and weekend penalties!

• Regular Shift Times: 10am till 2pm or 8am till 12noon
• No experience needed!
• Informal, relaxed interview process, roles available immediately!

About the Role…

The role of our Cleaner/ Housekeeper is to support the team, ensuring the presentation of Taronga Western Plains Zoo accommodation facilities are maintained to the highest standards. This role works directly alongside a well-oiled team of approx. 25 staff, who do what they do well!!

Key Accountabilities…

• Maintain the presentation of Taronga's public areas, with a strong focus on Taronga's accommodation facilities
• Comply with Taronga's Customer Service Charter to ensure industry leading standards are maintained.
• Work effectively as a member of a high performing team
• Comply with and suggest sustainability practices in the workplace to help achieve Taronga's sustainability targets and reduce environmental impact.
• Comply with and report any Work, Health and Safety incidents in line with Taronga's Work, Health and Safety Charter.

Benefits…

Our employees enjoy generous employment conditions including:

• Complimentary family and friends passes across both Mosman and Dubbo sites
• A wide range of discounts on our award winning accommodation
• Discounted food and beverage purchases across the sites
• Discounted fitness passport
• Full uniform and PPE supplied
• To discover more about the benefits of working at Taronga, please visit our website here.

We Value Diversity…
Taronga 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 organization.

How to Apply…

Please 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.

1. What interests you about working as a Housekeeper at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, and how do you see this role fitting into your current lifestyle?
   
   
2. Tell us about any experience you have working in housekeeping, cleaning, or a similar role. If you don't have formal experience, feel free to share any relevant skills or qualities you think would help you succeed in this position.

Please note, we will be conducting interviews throughout the advertisement period as there are multiple roles available.

Applications close: 11:59PM Sunday 16 November 2025