Presenter and Animal Trainer

at  Wildlife Currumbin Sanctuary

ABOUT NATIONAL TRUST QUEENSLAND & THE CURRUMBIN WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

Voted one of the Gold Coast’s most popular tourist destinations, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (CWS) is the crown jewel of the National Trust of Australia (Queensland) [NTAQ] properties. As one of Queensland’s earliest nature-based tourist destinations, the Sanctuary is a physical embodiment of everything the NTAQ represents: to conserve and advance our natural and cultural heritage for future generations.

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. Additional qualifications and skills include:

• 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
• Experience with training free flight birds is an advantage
• Industry recognized knowledge and understanding of ZAA
• A reliable, flexible, and positive attitude, with a high standard of personal presentation
• Ability to work cohesively in a team or independently
• Manual driver’s license required

As Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a NFP and is focused on our Mission of Conservation – we are seeking a truly passionate animal welfare advocate who balances this understanding with the guest experience. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

Permanent full time or part time positions available, we are flexible and can work around you! As an Experienced Animal Trainer and Presenter, you will report to the Presentations & Animal Training Manager. This hands-on role involves managing animal training, welfare, and husbandry while delivering engaging presentations that educate and entertain our guests.

Key responsibilities include:

• Deliver animal-based presentations and dynamic shows that align with NTAQ’s 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.

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. Additional qualifications and skills include:

• 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
• Experience with training free flight birds is an advantage
• Industry recognized knowledge and understanding of ZAA
• A reliable, flexible, and positive attitude, with a high standard of personal presentation
• Ability to work cohesively in a team or independently
• Manual driver’s license require