~ A unique opportunity to help shape the future of private sector conservation in the Kimberley ~

One of the most exciting and rewarding hospitality roles in Australia, this is a rare opportunity to use your practical hospitality skills as part of a team protecting the spectacular Kimberley landscape and its threatened wildlife.

Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to the effective conservation of Australia’s threatened wildlife and their habitats. AWC owns or manages in partnership more land than any other private conservation organisation in Australia - 29 properties, covering more than 6.4 million hectares - protecting more than 1,200 fauna species through active land management informed by strategic scientific research.

AWC is looking for a small team of dynamic people with experience in hospitality to facilitate the operation of the renowned Mornington Wilderness Camp (MWC). MWC is one of the Kimberley’s highest rated destinations, known worldwide for its scenery (sandstone escarpments, ancient gorges and vast savanna woodlands), its wildlife (Gouldian Finches are one of 200 bird species) and the integration with a working conservation project. Attracting 4,500 visitors each year, MWC offers safari tent accommodation, 25 site campground, a licensed bush restaurant and a range of tours/interpretative products.

Based at MWC, this is a stunning opportunity to be a part of the continued success of an iconic wilderness camp which contributes substantially to the success of Australia’s most effective conservation organisation. All proceeds from our Kimberley Wilderness Camps are invested in the conservation of AWC’s Kimberley properties. Your success in this role will mean more revenue to invest in the conservation of threatened species such as the Gouldian Finch and the Northern Quoll and greater public awareness about AWC and the plight of Australia’s wildlife.

AWC is seeking an energetic and experienced Assistant Housekeeper/All Rounder to join our team at Mornington Wilderness Camp (MWC) situated at Mornington Wildlife Sanctuary. The Assistant Housekeeper/All Rounder will require experience in a high standard establishment and experience all aspects of a kitchenhand role including some food preparation.

In addition to experience in hospitality or tourism, you will have demonstrated exceptional people management skills and superior customer service skills. You will have a good track record of providing quality outcomes, as well as excellent communication and organisational skills. A strong work ethic and a high degree of flexibility is necessary, as you will be supporting and working with a diverse range of staff. Applicants should have an interest in wildlife conservation and eco-tourism practices and be comfortable living and working in a remote location as part of a small team.

This is a unique opportunity to join Australia’s largest non-government conservation organisation and help shape the future of private sector conservation in Australia. The remuneration offer includes in addition to salary, basic single share accommodation.

For a full position description for this role, please see the supporting attachment or visit our careers page: australianwildlife.org/work-with-awc/careers/