At a Glance
- Tasks: Care for and manage elephants, including training, washing, and exercising.
- Company: Woburn Safari Park, a fun and engaging animal care environment.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and the chance to work with amazing animals.
- Other info: Ideal for those who love animals and enjoy teamwork.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a difference in elephant care.
- Qualifications: Experience with category 1 animals and a full driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Woburn Safari Park is currently looking to recruit an Animal Keeper on a fixed term zero hour contract to join the Elephant team. Woburn’s Elephant Herd consists of 4 Adult Asian elephants and our juvenile, which are managed in protective contact.
Duties will include daily husbandry and management of the elephants including training, washing and exercising. The successful applicant will be required to work as part of a close knit team and will be able to demonstrate the good communication skills required for special experiences.
The ideal candidate would be required to have the following:
- Experience working with category 1 animals in a zoo environment or similar (essential)
- Work well within a team
- Flexible approach to work and working hours (essential)
- Current full manual driving licence (essential)
- Must be minimum of 18 years of age to work with the animals (essential)
The position will include regular weekend and bank holidays working, a flexible approach to days / hours is required. Due to our remote location, you will need your own transport.
Animal Keeper - Elephants employer: British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA)
Woburn Safari Park is an exceptional employer for those passionate about animal care, particularly in the unique role of Animal Keeper for elephants. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and communication, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that fosters personal growth and development within the conservation sector. Located in the picturesque East Midlands, the park offers a competitive salary and flexible working hours, making it an ideal workplace for individuals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in wildlife management.
Contact Details:
British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) Recruitment Team
