We are currently seeking enthusiastic, highly motivated and hard working people to join us as Assistant Wardens for the 2008 season, normally March through to October, but shorter periods could be considered.
The role involves living at the Observatory and working in a small team environment. Duties include:
guest management
conducting bird watching tours (coaching provided)
office duties
facilities maintenance.
Applicants must hold a C class drivers licence and be eligible for an F class endorsement. The BBO has a Special Program status from the Department of Immigration and Citizenship and can provide successful overseas applicants with the opportunity to apply for working visas.
General terms and conditions include a weekly stipend, food allowance, furnished accommodation, annual leave and a contribution to relocation if applicable.
Download the Assistant Warden Position Description
Contact Jon and Anne King bbo@birdsaustralia.com.au or phone 08 9193 5600
The Broome Bird Observatory (BBO) is managed by a small team and a volunteer committee and we are regularly seeking volunteers to assist us in a number of ways.
Volunteers are welcome to assist us with various projects and activities including:
General maintenance and clean up of the BBO facility (cleaning solar panels, painting, signage and building repairs, plumbing, etc.)
Maintenance of the Board Walk overlooking Roebuck Bay
Replacement / construction of a new 'banding shed'
Developing visitor information
Assisting with the weekend stall at Broome's famous markets
Grounds maintenance and weed control.
For your support, the BBO will offer volunteers some free accommodation (subject to availability) with access to all the other BBO facilities (i.e. camp kitchen, showers, toilets, etc.). Plus, subject to availability volunteers will have an opportunity to join and experience one of our half day tours.
A designated member of the BBO team will be the volunteer coordinator and will be onsite during your stay.
Applying is easy. Choose from one of the following ways:
Telephone - Call us on +61 8 9192 5600 or 08 9192 5600
Download the Volunteer Application form (.pdf format) - fill in your details and fax it to us at +61 8 9192 3364 or 08 9192 3364.
Online - go to our Volunteer form, populate it and submit it.