Volunteer Recruitment

Applications close Monday 3 November 2008.

Perth Observatory Volunteer Group is looking for volunteers to show people the stars with the Observatory's large telescopes. In particular, volunteers will soon be using the largest telescope in regular public use in the Southern Hemisphere. If you have a few hours to spare on a regular basis, please apply to the
 
Government Astronomer
Perth Observatory
337 Walnut Rd
Bickley 6076

You can also apply by .

The applicant should outline;

• why they wish to become part of the volunteer programme,
• what skills, qualifications or experience they possess,
• what realistic amount of time they can contribute, and
• anything else that they think is relevant.

Please note that the qualification requirement is not really very strict - what is really important is simply the desire to assist the Perth Observatory.

Interviews are conducted with applicants short listed from their written applications. Vast astronomical knowledge is not required as successful applicants are provided with appropriate training. Furthermore, ongoing training is provided at the monthly volunteer group meeting and as required.

Also note, that volunteer work at Perth Observatory may entail working with children. So in order to comply with the law all volunteers are required to undertake the WA government's Working With Children Check once they have been accepted into the Volunteer Group.

Applications close Monday 3 November 2008.

More details about volunteering at the Observatory are to be found on our volunteer's page.