Animal Trainer and Presenter - Casual
About National Trust Queensland & the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Voted one of the Gold Coast’s most popular tourist destinations, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary 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 protect, conserve, and celebrate the Environmental, Built and Cultural heritage of our State.
As we continue to focus on delivering vibrant and engaging guest experiences, as well as maintaining the highest standard of animal welfare and training, we have an opportunity for an experienced and engaging casual Presentations & Animal Training Officer to join our team.
As part of our Presentation and Animal Training Team, you will support the delivery of our daily animal-based shows designed to educate, entertain, and delight our guests. This exciting role requires an experienced animal trainer with strong husbandry skills and the ability to help guests understand our mission and foster a genuine connection with nature.
About the Role
Reporting to the Presentations & Animal Training Manager, you will be responsible for delivering engaging, entertaining, and professional performances and encounters. This role offers a unique opportunity to create memorable guest experiences while contributing to the care and training of the animals involved.
You will also assist with show production activities, host small to large group presentations, and participate in wildlife photo sessions. As part of this dynamic role, you will frequently perform in our shows and support the Marketing and Events Team with media requests, special events, famil tours, and VIP experiences.
As a proactive and knowledgeable animal handler, you will support the management of our collection animals, including general husbandry routines and foundational training that enhances guest experiences and interactions. In this hands?on role, you will help deliver daily husbandry tasks such as diet preparation, maintaining husbandry standards, accurate record keeping, and liaising with the CWS veterinary team regarding animal health needs.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have experience in a similar position within the commercial zoo industry, along with practical experience in animal training and delivering informative, entertaining public presentations. We are also seeking:
* Certificate III in Animal Care Management or other relevant industry qualifications
* Ability to deliver professional, engaging, and informative presentations to groups of all ages and backgrounds, both scripted and unscripted
* High levels of energy, communication skill, and teamwork
* Experience in animal training with a solid understanding of operant conditioning
* A genuine, reliable, flexible, and positive attitude
* High standard of personal presentation
* Experience working with animals such as venomous snakes, crocodiles, and eagles (highly regarded)
* Manual driver’s licence
What We Can Offer
Just as our charter is to protect, conserve, and celebrate the environmental, built, and cultural heritage of our State, we are equally committed to ensuring our team members feel supported, valued, and recognised. We offer:
* Flexible work practices
* Access to recognised qualifications through our tertiary education partners
* NTAQ Team Member Card with unlimited entry to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and other SEQ sites, plus generous retail and food & beverage discounts
* Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Family & Friends Passes
* Access to 470+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family