Volunteering at Hobart Zoo and Aquarium
Join the Hobart Zoo and Aquarium Volunteer Team and Support Animal Conservation!
We couldn’t do it without our valued volunteers. Every year, our volunteers generously contribute over 10,000 hours of service, becoming vital members of the zoo team.
Volunteering at Hobart Zoo and Aquarium
Volunteering at Hobart Zoo and Aquarium is a wonderful opportunity to make a lasting contribution to our important wildlife conservation efforts while helping care for the zoo’s unique animal residents. Volunteers will also experience incredible moments, make new friends, and create lifelong memories.
Our volunteers love the outdoors, animals, and interacting with people. Whether in front of the public or behind the scenes, they contribute in a variety of roles. Often, volunteers are the public face of the zoo, acting as key connectors between guests and our animal and conservation stories.
Volunteer Requirements:
- Must be 16 years of age or older to apply.
- Commit to a minimum of 4-6 hours per week for 10 weeks, so you can stay engaged and up to date with our organisation.
- Have your own email address and use our online roster system, and receive communication updates.
- Complete our volunteer training and agree to act in line with our values, policies, and procedures.
- We are looking for passionate, committed, curious, adaptable, positive, and cheerful individuals who want to serve our organisation as volunteers.
Volunteer Opportunities:
- Animal Nutrition Centre Volunteers: Assist with preparing animal diets and learn about the daily feeding routines of different animals.
- Conservation Ambassadors: Educate guests about animals, natural history, and conservation efforts, acting as the bridge between the zoo and visitors.
- Special Project Volunteers: Use your specialised skills (e.g. welding, carpentry, or electrical work) to assist with various projects.
- Enrichment: Create meaningful and exciting Enrichment opportunities for our animals.
- Special Event Volunteers: Help organise and staff events, providing guest services and running activities.
- Keeper Aide Volunteers: Work alongside keeper to care for animals and support daily tasks that impact their health and wellbeing.
Steps to Join the Hobart Zoo and Aquarium Volunteer Team:
1. Book and attend an induction and training session, held on the 1st Thursday of every month.
2. Commit to volunteering 4-6 hours per week.
Apply now and become part of the Hobart Zoo and Aquarium Volunteer Squad, helping us make a positive difference in animal conservation!
Hobart Zoo and Aquarium Pay it Forward for Variety
All kids should be able to be just that – kids. No matter their ability or background.
Each year, hundreds of Tassie children who are sick, experiencing disadvantage, or living with disability, receive support from Variety Tasmania when they need it most.
Would you like to make a difference? Donate at the online checkout as you purchase tickets or in person when you visit the zoo.
Hobart Zoo and Aquariums Pay it forward for Variety Kids & Families fundraising drive aims to help local families involved with Variety come to Hobart Zoo and Aquarium and soak up the unique animal experiences.
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DO GOOD DISCOUNTS
Save your money, Save our planet!
Every item we use has an environmental cost, some greater than others. By managing our waste in accordance with the 5 Rs, we can all make a difference by being mindful of the waste we generate.
We offer the following discounts to encourage you to Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose & Recycle.
SAVE 10% ON ZOO ENTRY
Participate in the following programs by bringing along your unwanted items to receive a 10% discount.
10% discount is off full priced entry tickets only.
Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer
Offers and conditions subject to change without notice