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- Research
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RMIT University —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
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The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research —Parkville VIC
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Senior Keeper, Live Exhibits

Museums Victoria -
Melbourne VIC

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Full-time
$72,189 - $79,753 a year
4 days ago

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Working with Children Check
Communication skills

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Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: $72,189 - $79,753

Grade: VPS 2.2

Occupation: Science and research

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/9152

Australia’s most visited museum organisation is seeking a Senior Keeper, Live Exhibits at Museums Victoria.

Australia's most visited museum organisation is seeking a Senior Keeper, Live Exhibits at Museums Victoria.

ABOUT MUSEUMS VICTORIA:

Ever dreamed of working in a place where dinosaurs roam, stars explode, and the world's most intriguing stories come to life? Welcome to Museums Victoria (MV)—where every day is a new opportunity to create unforgettable experiences. As one of the southern hemisphere's largest and most iconic museum organisations, we're not just about exhibits; we're about engaging, immersive moments that spark curiosity, creativity, and connection.

Home to the awe-inspiring Melbourne Museum, the culturally rich Immigration Museum, the mind-expanding Scienceworks, and the World Heritage–listed Royal Exhibition Building, MV is a place where events transform spaces and stories into something truly unmissable. Join a passionate team that brings ideas to life and makes discovery part of everyday experience.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

As Senior Keeper, Live Exhibits, you will undertake and facilitate the operation and maintenance of husbandry for Museums Victoria's live animal collection, supporting exhibition displays, programs and science communication activities. Reporting to the Manager, Live Exhibits, you will be responsible for facilitating and undertaking daily husbandry activities in accordance with established husbandry plans, while ensuring accurate collection data is maintained to support effective animal collection management.

Some of the key duties include:

Facilitating keeper staff in the delivery of daily husbandry activities and animal care programs.
Overseeing the maintenance, presentation and refreshment of live animal displays within Melbourne Museum exhibitions.
Supporting the operation of husbandry facilities to ensure appropriate environments and high standards of animal welfare.
Overseeing the provision and use of food, equipment and supplies required for daily animal husbandry.
Maintaining accurate husbandry records and contributing to research, fieldwork, education and science communication activities.

The successful applicant will have:

Demonstrated experience in the husbandry and display of live animals, particularly invertebrates, with advanced technical knowledge and skills.
Strong understanding of live animal collection management and the ability to make informed recommendations regarding animal care and welfare.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including experience mentoring, training or supporting team members.
Proven ability to apply scientific knowledge, problem-solving skills and sound judgement to live animal husbandry challenges.
Experience working collaboratively across teams and stakeholders, with a strong commitment to safety, risk management and continuous improvement.

OTHER INFORMATION

This is a Full time, ongoing position. The salary on offer is a VPS2.2 Base salary of $72,189 per annum (pro rata) plus 12% superannuation.

The successful applicant is required to undergo a National Police Records Check and Working with Children Check and be assessed as suitable (new employees are required to meet this cost).

HOW TO APPLY?

To view the position description, visit Careers - Museums Victoria. From our Current Vacancies page, select “All Jobs” and click on the link for this job's listing.

To apply, please click “Apply for this Job” at the bottom of the job listing page.

For more information about this position, please contact Maik Fiedel at [email protected].

Please submit the three following three do cuments with your application:

Resume
Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria as outlined in our Role Statement (Please refer to attached document)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 25 June 2026 (11:59pm)

Applications close Thursday 25 June 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

11 June 2026

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