Admissions
Cara with a Mountain Brush-tail Possum.
Cara
Department Supervisor
Cara started here at Australia Zoo in September 2007. Just before she joined our team you would have found her in England and throughout Europe having the time of her life, visiting and experiencing the different culture it had to offer.
These days Cara has settled in to our Admissions team as a supervisor, greeting and chatting to all of our visitors from around the world. Cara's favourite animals are our gorgeous Macaws native to South America.
One day Cara hopes to travel to every continent in the world. Until then she's busy saving her pennies and gathering some great advice from our diverse range of international visitors here at the Zoo.
Jodie with one of our beautiful green iguanas
Jodie
Customer Service Attendant
Jodie joined the Australia Zoo Receptionite crew in June 2009. After the initial shell shock of working in the wildest place on earth, Jodie has settled in really well and loves ensuring all our patrons have the correct information to maximise their day! Everyday at the Zoo is the ultimate wildlife adventure and Jodie loves being a part if the team!
Coming from the hospitality/building industry has given Jodie the perfect preparation to enter our guest relations team. Being a Taurean also gives Jodie the determination, reliability and persistence to get the job done.
When Jodie is enjoying her free time she loves hanging out with the two males in her life, her fiancé Tyler and the four-legged kind; her dog Busta. Jodie enjoys restoring her Valiant, camping up the beach and four wheel driving.
Julie with a slithery friend
Julie
Customer Service Attendant
Working at Australia Zoo had always been a great ambition of Julie's, she was finally able to fulfil this in August 2013. Julies favourite animals at the zoo are the Elephants and Koalas.
When not at work Julie loves spending her days off with her family.
Danielle with a darling devil in our wildlife photo studio.
Danielle
Customer Service Attendant
Danielle began her career at Australia Zoo as a school based trainee in December 2010. Danielle successfully completed her traineeship and gained her certificate III in tourism operations in December 2012 and was offered ongoing employment within our admissions team.
Danielle loves our tigers because they are so beautiful and strong. Outside of work Danielle enjoys hanging out with friends at the beach or camping.
Alana cuddles a koala in our wildlife photo studio.
Alana
Customer Service Attendant
Alana has joined our Admissions crew and is excited to begin studying for her Certificate III in Tourism Operations.
Alana loves our naughty wombats becasue they walk with a waddle and her hobbies outside of work include cars, Australian Navy Cadets and sailing.
Chloe living the dream!!
Chloe
Customer Service Attendant
Chloe joined the awesome Admissions Crew in July 2014. You will be greeted by Chloe with a smile and great customer service. Her passion is making sure all our guests have a great experience and is looking forward to meeting patrons from all over the world.
Outside of the Zoo, Chloe enjoys playing Netball, shopping and spending time with her family.
Kristanna with one of our Koalas
Kristanna
Customer Service Attendant
Kristanna started with the awesome Admissions crew in July 2014. With her background in Customer Service and Retail, Kristanna is sure to greet you with a smile.
Kristanna loves meeting people from all around the world and enjoys being the first point of contact for our patrons.
Outside of the Zoo Kristanna enjoys writing, shopping and being with family and friends.
Kaylan
Kaylan
Customer Service Attendant
Kaylan started with the Zoo Admissions Crew in December 2014.Kaylan is excited to meet people from all around the world and working in such a happy environment.
Outside of the Zoo, Kaylan enjoys photography and Horse Riding.
Samantha
Samantha
Customer Service Attendant
Samantha joined the Zoo Crew in December 2014. Sam is sure to welcome you into Australia Zoo with a smile and give you pointers to have a great day. "I love the message that Australia Zoo portrays with conservation work".
Sam has also had amazing experiences with a snow leopard, Black Jaguar, Giraffes, Tapir, Rhino and Lemurs.
Jordan
Jordan
Customer Service Attendant
Jordan joined the Zoo Crew in Dec 2014. With a passion for all animals Jordan will help greet you on arrival at Australia Zoo. Jordan is also a lover of horses and is an Equestrian coach and competent rider.
Ainsley
Ainsley
Customer Service Attendant
Ainsley started with the Zoo Crew in September 2014. Ainsley is excited to get to know all our animals and help our guests throughout the day. While also working at the Zoo, Ainsley is also still studying at School, so is kept really busy.
When Ainsley does have some spare time, she enjoys making movies.
Caitlin
Caitlin
Customer Service Attendant
Caitlin joined the Zoo Crew in September 2014. You will find Caitlin at Admissions greeting all our guests as they arrive for a big day.
Caitlin just loves everything about Birds and when not at work can be found visiting other Bird parks.
Zoe having a cuddle
Zoe
Customer Service Attendant
Zoe started with the Admissions Crew in Nov 2013. Zoe’s favourite animals are the Tigers and koalas.
Meg enjoying a cuddle
Meg
Customer Service Attendant
Meg joined the Zoo Crew in Nov 2013. She loves meeting and greeting all our patrons as they come into the Zoo everyday at Admissions. Meg is also studying education at Uni. In her spare time Meg likes anything crafty, including drawing and painting. Meg loves the Tigers because they are so majestic.
Cordelia having a cuddle
Cordelia
Customer Service Attendant
Cordelia joined the Admissions crew in Dec 2013. She has a Retail background and enjoys meeting all our guests as they arrive for a huge day at the Zoo. Cordelia just loves the Otters as they are so cute and playful.
In her spare time Cordelia likes to Dance and spend time with her friends and family.
Claire with one of our slithery friends
Claire
Customer Service Attendant
Claire re-joined the Zoo Crew in Nov 2013 after a short break. She previously was with the Admissions crew and completed a School based Traineeship from Dec 2009 to Sep 2011. Claire also has a background in Childcare. Claire just couldn't keep away and attributes this to our friendly and welcoming atmosphere.Outside of the Zoo, Claire enjoys being with her family and friends.
The Departments
With thousands of visitors from all over the world passing through the gates daily, all team members understand the importance of making a lasting impression to our patrons. A job at Australia Zoo is more than a vocation, it's a lifestyle - just ask any of our team members. Australia Zoo employees love animals and conservation, have an exceptional self-drive attitude towards work and of course, wear the world famous khaki uniforms with pride! You just have to walk around the Zoo to feel the electricity in the air. The atmosphere creates an exciting experience for all visitors and a dream workplace environment for all employees.
- Accounts
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- Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital
- Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors
- Australiana Shop
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- Kids Zoo
- Koalas
- Management
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- Photography
- Properties
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- Rescue Team
- Retail Warehouse
- Roving Entertainment
- School Based Trainees
- Steve's Safari Shuttle
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- Website Team
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