Becoming an Employee

Becoming an Employee

A career with Taronga offers exciting rewards and unique challenges, with the opportunity to make a difference to wildlife conservation. Our people develop their appreciation of animals, the natural world and the need for conservation on a local and global level, while contributing their specific skills and talents towards our vision of a shared future for wildlife and people.

Being a part of the Taronga team entitles employees to several benefits, including:

  • An annual allocation of Complimentary and 2-for-1 tickets for family and friends
  • Discounted food and beverage at both sites
  • Discounts on Retail, Accommodation, Animal Encounters and school holiday programs such as Zoo Adventures 
  • Presale access and discounts to Major Events such as Twilight at Taronga
  • Option to join Fitness Passport with access to health and fitness facilities
  • Behind the scenes experiences
     

Benefits

Support

  • Access to Converge International our Employee Assistance Program offering six free counselling sessions per year
  • Commitment to Flexible working (such as adjusted start and finish times and the option to work from home – these are dependant of roles type and organisational needs)
  • Access to a large network of Mental Health First aiders
     

Development

Development

  • Access to apply for the annual Mr. Len Bleasel AM Scholarship Program
  • Learning and development support through e-Learning, internal and external programs
     

Leave

Leave

  • Generous NSW Government leave conditions including:
    • Annual Leave Loading
    • 15 days sick leave per year
    • Family & Community Service leave
    • Paid Parental Leave including additional leave in the event of miscarriage or preterm birth

And more

  • Access to both sites any time during work or visiting hours
  • Salary packaging for superannuation
  • Free onsite parking at both sites (note, there are some limitations during school holidays at Taronga Zoo)