Blackbutt Reserve Coordinator (Internal Only)

• Drive wildlife care & visitor experiences
• Temporary opportunity until June 26

As a member of our team, you won't just work for the city; you’ll co-create it.

Here, your ideas and efforts directly shape the places where you and your community live, work, and play.

We’re seeking a passionate and experienced Blackbutt Reserve Coordinator to lead the day to day operations of Newcastle’s premier wildlife and nature reserve. This role is responsible for managing a dedicated team, ensuring exceptional standards in animal care, park maintenance, and visitor experience, while driving the development of engaging educational programs that connect our community with conservation. You’ll oversee staff training and performance, maintain compliance with DPI and industry requirements, and foster strong partnerships with zoos, vets, and community groups. With a focus on safety, team culture, and continuous improvement, you’ll play a key role in positioning Blackbutt Reserve as a leading destination for education and conservation.

Through your work, you’ll have a behind the scenes pass to Newcastle's evolution as you shape our future as a liveable, inclusive city.

Find out more about your new career by viewing the position description here.

We champion inclusion so that everyone is valued, and we encourage innovation and creativity. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where different styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected.

People with diverse lived experiences (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural, racial, ethnic, religious and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, carers, and veterans) are encouraged to apply.

Application Closing Date: Wednesday 26 November 2025

Remuneration:  $95,192.44 + 17.5% annual leave loading yearly payment + 12% Superannuation per annum for a 35-hour week

Contact: Andrew Staniland - Blackbutt & Natural Areas Manager - 02 4974 2604

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruit@ncc.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

We encourage internal employees to inform their current managers if this opportunity is of interest before submitting a formal application.

Internal recruitment and staff movements incur a four (4) week notice period. Please contact the Talent Acquisition Team if you require further information.