Zoos SA is a not-for-profit conservation charity that exists to save species from extinction and connect people with nature. As one of the largest open range zoos in the world, spanning more than 1,500 hectares of fauna and flora, we're excited to be expanding Monarto Safari Park, the largest safari park that will exist outside of Africa, including a world-class habitat for our expanding Asian Elephant herd.

ABOUT THE ROLE...

Are you ready for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to work with one of the world’s most incredible species? Join our team! We're offering a permanent full-time contract within the Elephant Department.

We’re offering a rare chance to join our passionate and experienced team of Asian Elephant Keepers at our renowned Monarto Safari Park. This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary.

As an Elephant Keeper, you will play a vital role in the daily care, health, and enrichment of our elephants. You’ll work closely with these magnificent animals, contributing directly to their welfare and to ongoing conservation efforts. This is a full-time role, working on a 7-day rotating roster.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily husbandry tasks including feeding, cleaning, and health monitoring.
• Enrichment activities to stimulate natural behaviours.
• Assisting with veterinary care as required.
• Educating visitors and supporting conservation messaging.
• Working within a team on a 7-day rotating roster.

ABOUT YOU...

To be considered for these positions you will need to meet the following selection criteria:

• Passionate and dedicated about animal care and welfare.
• Experienced or dedicated to developing skills in elephant management.
• Possessing experience or a desire to grow expertise in animal training and behaviour.
• Physically fit and able to work in a demanding team environment.
• Excellent communicator and team player.
• Understand the value from engaging with visitors when undertaking informal conversations through to public encounters.

 Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in elephant husbandry (minimum 12 months).
• Strong commitment to animal welfare and conservation.
• Flexibility to work on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn through constructive feedback and critiquing training sessions.
• Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care or equivalent.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to work with Asian elephants and integrate into an experienced, and growing team.

We're also excited to be expanding Monarto Safari Park with a first-of-its-kind luxury resort, luxury tents and lodge facilities. In May 2025 Monarto Safari Park will offer longer visits and a range of new and wild safari experiences in an area known as Wild Africa including incredible tours through herds of roaming animals.

If you’re looking for a role that offers both personal and professional growth in a truly rewarding field, we encourage you to apply.

WHAT WE CAN DO FOR YOU...

Zoos SA are able to offer the following employee benefits:

• Income Protection
• Membership of the Royal Zoological Society of South Australia Inc – this also enables you and your immediate family free entry to any Zoo within South Australia
• 20% discount at the Retail stores at Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Safari Park
• Free Family Member tickets and discounted ticket prices
• Discounted Animal Experiences
• Staff Well-being/Health Checks including Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Manager Assist Program
• Professional Membership
• Salary Sacrifice

HOW TO APPLY...

Please complete the requested work history & education information on the application page, attach your resume and any certificates in the education section. This will assist us in assessing your suitability for these roles.

Zoos SA is passionately committed to equal employment opportunity. We believe diversity, inclusion and reconciliation are fundamental to our rich organisational culture and values, and we demonstrate this commitment through all our employment practices so that our people continue to reflect the local communities in which we work.

If you have a strong passion in animal welfare, species conservation, and an eagerness to support the operation of a major safari park’s Elephant team, we would love to hear from you!

Please visit the Careers section of the Zoos SA website to apply.  

APPLY NOW AND BECOME PART OF SOMETHING TRULY UNFORGETTABLE!!

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