Wrangling crocs in a pen is a far cry from the white sandy beaches of the Gold Coast, but Sam Stredwick wouldn't have it any other way.
After 10 years of working as a lifeguard, Ms Stredwick is ready to change careers to become a zookeeper and work specifically with crocodiles.
"I feel they're misjudged, and there's not enough knowledge about these animals," she said.