Jungle Cruise Crew Member

The Jungle Cruise Crew Members are part of our Animal Adventure team located at the heart of the Longleat site. In addition to some animal care duties, the main focus of this role is to operate our short boat trips around the Half Mile lake and educate visitors on the animals they will see along the way.

Reporting to the Head of the Animal Adventure team, your role will involve the following:

Key Duties Will Include:

• Operating Jungle Cruise and delivering commentary throughout Park open days.
• Carrying out animal observations of those present in the lake and recording data as instructed.
• Engaging guests during the course of duties in line with the culture of exceptional customer service, ensuring good knowledge of the park to deliver information to guests when needed.
• Participation in education initiatives as instructed.
• Carrying out Jungle Cruise routines with a full understanding of all emergency procedures, recording cruises, reporting, and advising on safety matters.

About You:

• 5 GCSEs (pass) or equivalent including basic Numeracy and English skills.
• An interest and passion for animals is essential.
• Willingness to liaise with guests and colleagues across a variety of levels.
• An excellent work ethic and ability to work on your own and as part of a team.
• Ability to work efficiently and at pace, with excellent time management skills.
• Must be prepared to work antisocial hours, including weekends and bank holidays.

A Little About Us:
At Longleat, we offer a day out like no other, our guests are invited to step into the Thynn family home where they will find the finest example of Elizabethan Architecture. They are also immersed in the wild side, where they can visit over 120 species of animals by car, foot, train, bus, and boat.

With a core business of around 1 million guests every year, we are passionate about providing unforgettable experiences that bring family and friends together to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Our Values:
At Longleat, we believe in engaging and inspiring our employees, putting people first, taking accountability, continuously improving, and acting with integrity. We invite everyone who works with us to subscribe to these values, as they truly set us apart as a place to work.

Why Join the Longleat Team?
In this unique work environment, you will be surrounded by historic landscapes and listed buildings, all whilst listening to our lions roar and wolves howl. You will even have the opportunity to visit our adorable Koalas and cheeky meerkats during your lunch break.

You will receive a pay rate that meets National Minimum Wage in addition to a range of attractive benefits that include:

• 29 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, rising to 31 days at 5 years’ service.
• Unlimited free entry to Longleat for our employees.
• Complimentary tickets to Longleat and Cheddar Gorge and Caves, 18 per annum pro rata.
• 50% off Annual passes for Friends and Family.
• Discounts on food and beverages and retail merchandise.
• 20% off VIP Experiences, 10% off Accommodation.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Employer contributory pension scheme.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Perks at work.
• Range of flexible working schemes.
• Great progression opportunities available.
• Gain an internal endorsement for re-hire of future vacancies.

Your Contract:
You will be on a fixed term contract ending January 2026 working hours that will vary over a 7-day rota basis, including weekends, evenings, and bank holidays as required. The earliest start time is 8am, and the latest finish time is 8pm, varying in accordance with opening times.

Location: On Site - Longleat (Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7NW)

Sounds Great! How Do I Apply?
If you are interested in this role, please apply online. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if enough suitable applicants are received.