Thank you for the interest in employment opportunities at Orana Wildlife Park. The zoo industry in which we operate is very dynamic and we seek passionate people to work as part of our team.
You may also be interested in Volunteering at Orana Wildlife Park.
Permanent Part Time Position: Rostered to work SATURDAY
We are seeking an experienced retail assistant to join our front-line visitor entry and gift shop team. You will need to be a highly driven and energetic individual, able to show initiative, and possess a passion for exceeding our visitors’ expectations.
This is a diverse position, responsible for providing high levels of customer service and ensuring that quality information is delivered to visitors on entering the Park. The main responsibilities include greeting visitors, admission ticketing, promoting key products and merchandise as well as answering ‘overflow’ phone calls. Close liaison with other staff members will be essential to ensure that all front-line requirements are met.
The successful applicant must possess the following attributes:
The position advertised is for a Saturday shift each week. Additional shifts will also be available during busy periods, therefore we are seeking a person who can be flexible in their availability for work. Hours of work are 10:00am to 5:00pm. If you wish to apply, please complete the application form which can be requested by email (info@oranawildlifepark.co.nz) or phone (03 359 7109). All applications must be submitted on the official application form and returned by 5pm, Monday 27th November.
Applications can be emailed to info@oranawildlifepark.co.nz or posted to: Retail and Reception Manager, Orana Wildlife Park, PO Box 5130, Christchurch 8542. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Application Process:
Attached is an ‘Application for Employment’ form you are requested to personally complete. We also request a letter of introduction (maximum one page) as part of the formal application. You are welcome to submit a copy of your full curriculum vitae with your application if you wish.
Applications that do not include a completed application form and letter of introduction will not be accepted. The application form is not considered completed if you write “refer CV” in any areas. A short list of candidates will be selected for interview.
Position Description:
A copy of the position description is attached for your information.
General Information about the Position:
This permanent part-time position is for a Saturday shift each week. A working day is a minimum of 6.5 hours from 10:00am to 5:00pm with a half hour unpaid meal break. You will be required to work on all statutory holidays that fall on your rostered days. Time and a half will be paid on those days and an alternative holiday day will be added to your leave balance.
Additional casual work will be offered as and when it is available, generally during busy weekends and school holidays. When offered additional work (other than your permanent rostered days) it would usually be for 6.5 hours per day. A minimum of 4 hours will be paid for any extra day that you work at the Park.
The hourly rate for the position is $23 per hour.
The offer of employment to the successful applicants will be subject to a pre-employment drug test and police vetting that return satisfactory results.
Reliable transport to travel to and from work is essential as no public transport is available.
Part Time Senior Retail and Reception - Rostered Sunday + Monday
We are seeking an experienced retail senior to join our front-line visitor entry and gift shop team. You will need to be a highly driven and energetic individual, able to show initiative, and possess a passion for exceeding our visitors’ expectations.
These are diverse positions, responsible for providing high levels of customer service and ensuring that quality information is delivered to visitors on entering the Park. The main responsibilities include greeting visitors, admission ticketing, promoting key products and merchandise as well as answering ‘overflow’ phone calls. Close liaison with other staff members will be essential to ensure that all front-line requirements are met. As part of the role, the successful candidate will be trained as Base Coordinator, responsible for liaising with the field team and assisting with any situations that may occur within the Park.
The successful applicant must possess the following attributes:
The position advertised is for permanent rostered days of Sunday and Monday. Hours of work are 9:00am to 5:30pm. If you wish to apply, please complete the application form which can be requested by email (info@oranawildlifepark.co.nz) or phone (03 359 7109). All applications must be submitted on the official application form and returned by 5pm, Monday 27th November.
Applications can be emailed to info@oranawildlifepark.co.nz or posted to: Retail and Reception Manager, Orana Wildlife Park, PO Box 5130, Christchurch 8542. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Application Process:
Attached is an ‘Application for Employment’ form you are requested to personally complete. We also request a letter of introduction (maximum one page) as part of the formal application. You are welcome to submit a copy of your full curriculum vitae with your application if you wish.
Applications that do not include a completed application form and letter of introduction will not be accepted. The application form is not considered completed if you write “refer CV” in any areas. A short list of candidates will be selected for interview.
Position Description:
A copy of the position description is attached for your information.
General Information about the Position:
This permanent part-time position with two rostered work days Sunday & Monday. A working day is 8 hours from 9:00am to 5:30pm (16 hours per week), with a half hour unpaid meal break. You will be required to work on all statutory holidays that fall on your rostered days. Time and a half will be paid on those days and an alternative holiday day will be added to your leave balance.
The hourly rate for the position will be negotiated up to $25 per hour.
The offer of employment to the successful applicants will be subject to a pre-employment drug test and police vetting that return satisfactory results.
Reliable transport to travel to and from work is essential as no public transport is available.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a suitably skill person to join our dedicated Exotic Species animal keeping team in a Senior Animal Keeper role.
We are seeking to employ an experienced senior exotic animal keeper with demonstrated supervisory skills.You will need to be a highly driven and energetic individual with a passion for wildlife/animal care and public education.
The ideal applicant will possess the following skills and attributes:
Duties will include:
The working week for the position is to be determined and will involve working full time, 40 hours per week. This work roster may include working one or both weekend days. Hours of work are 8:30am to 5:00pm.
The salary for the position will be negotiated with the successful applicant in the range from $56,000 up to a maximum of $62,000 per annum. Salary will be in accordance with skills and experience.
A position description can be found here.
TO APPLY:
If you wish to apply, we invite you to request an application pack by calling us on 03 359 7109, emailing info@oranawildlifepark.co.nz .
All applications must include completing our Application Form alongside a Letter of Introduction (maximum 1 page). You are also welcome to include your CV to support your application.
Please email applications to info@oranawildlifepark.co.nz or posting to: Manager of Exotic Species, Orana Wildlife Park, PO Box 5130, Christchurch 8542.
Applications will remain open until 5pm, Friday 15th December 2023.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.