Job opportunities

Elephant Keeper

http://www.wmsp.co.uk/jobsWest Midland Safari Park currently has a permanent vacancy available for a keeper on the elephant section, but also with duties being carried out on other sections within the Safari Drive. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team. The position involves husbandry tasks, such as feeding, cleaning, health monitoring, and enclosure maintenance delivered to a high standard.

 

The role requires someone who is confident, motivated, and enthusiastic about wildlife conservation and has excellent communication skills. The successful applicant will require good knowledge of wildlife and have an animal-related qualification, DMZAA or relevant experience working in an elephant team. Ideally, we are looking for someone with previous experience in a zoological collection or other suitable animal experience, although full training will be given.  It is a physically demanding but very rewarding role.

 

Due to driving company vehicles, we are looking for applicants who have a full, valid driver’s license. Weekend, bank holiday working and some evening work will be required during special events throughout the year. Flexibility in working hours is essential to this role. 

Benefits  

As well as benefiting from working in a unique and beautiful setting, you’ll also receive a range of additional perks to employment including: 

• WMSP Annual Pass which gives you and your family and friends free admission and theme park wristbands, and free entry to our sister site Drayton Manor Park.
• 35% Discount in our retail and catering outlets and off park special events.
• 24 Hour access to an online doctor and access to online prescriptions.
• Counselling access.
• Online retailer discount portal.
• Free onsite parking.