Wildlife Ambassador and Presentation Specialist

2 days ago

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia beBeeAnimalTrainer Full time $80,000 - $100,000
Job Opportunity: Animal Trainer and Show Presenter

About Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary:

Voted one of the Gold Coast's most popular tourist destinations, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a nature-based tourist destination that embodies the mission to conserve and advance our natural and cultural heritage for future generations.

We are seeking an experienced animal trainer and presenter to join our team. This hands-on role involves managing animal training, welfare, and husbandry while delivering engaging presentations that educate and entertain our guests.

  • Deliver animal-based presentations and dynamic shows that align with our vision
  • Conduct show training, husbandry training, and foundation training for collection animals
  • Utilise best practice and industry-standard conditioning techniques, to maximise animal health and welfare
  • Proactive approach and attention to detail and for animal husbandry duties, including diet management, record-keeping, exhibit maintenance and liaising with the veterinary team
  • Perform confidently in shows and presentations, adapting to both scripted and unscripted scenarios
  • Collaborate with the marketing and events team for media requests and special events
  • Train and mentor team members to ensure high standards of animal care and presentation
Requirements
  • Certificate III in wildlife and exhibited animal care or relevant qualifications
  • Strong knowledge of operant conditioning, animal husbandry and best animal welfare practices
  • High-level communication skills and the ability to engage diverse audiences
  • Experience training with a variety of animals
  • Manual driver's license required

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will have experience in a similar position within the commercial zoo industry, along with expertise in animal training and public presentations.

As Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a non-profit organisation focused on conservation, we are seeking a truly passionate animal welfare advocate who balances this understanding with the guest experience.

Benefits
  • Benchmarked salary
  • Free on-site parking
  • Tertiary education partners for access to recognised qualifications
  • Flexible working arrangements and study leave
  • NTAQ team member card offering unlimited entry to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and other SEQ sites and generous retail & food & beverage discounts
  • Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary family & friends passes
About Us

We are committed to ensuring our team members are protected, taken care of and celebrated. We offer a range of benefits and perks to support your personal and professional growth.

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