Broome Bird Observatory ( BBO) is located on the north-west coast of Australia on the shores of the stunning Roebuck Bay. It is 25 km east of Broome, WA, and 2400 km north of Perth. The Broome region is regarded as the most significant viewing site for shorebirds in Australia, and among the top four in the world. It has the greatest diversity of shorebirds species of any site on the planet and more than 800,000 birds visiting the area annually. BBO was established by Birds Australia in 1988 as a centre for research and education with the aim of working for the conservation of migratory shorebirds which visit Roebuck Bay along with many endemic birds of Broome.

Welcome to our new warden and assistant wardens. Read all about the new team here. BBO provides its visitors with accommodation, tours, courses and educational facilities which include a natural history library, and an audio/visual room. For more information visit the BBO website.

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Opportunities in Ecotourism

Assistant Wardens for 2010

Each year the Broome Bird Observatory seeks outgoing, enthusiastic, and hard-working people to join us as Assistant Wardens from mid-March to the end of October 2010. The role involves living at the Observatory and working in a small team environment. Responsibilities include conducting birdwatching tours (training provided), daily cleaning and facility maintenance, running the small shop and taking accommodation reservations & tour bookings, and assisting with ongoing research. A stipend and food allowance is provided. It is essential that applicants hold a C class drivers licence (or equivalent) with no restrictions and be immediately eligible to apply for an F class endorsement (requires a minimum of four years licensed driving experience). 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. For more information contact the BBO Management Committee at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or phone 08 9193 5600.