Lapland Staff is looking for sled dog guides for the winter season 2025-2026, for Lapland Husky Safaris Saariselkä.  

Lapland Husky Safaris Saariselkä kennel is part of Finland's biggest sled dog enterprise. The working environment is international, and almost all of our clients are travellers from abroad. Lapland Husky Safaris' Saariselkä kennel is located about 20 km north of Saariselkä, on the shore of Lake Kuukkelilampi. Dogs have been present since 2011 and nowadays there are 153 alaskan huskies. In addition to dogs, sheep, ducks and cats can also be found in the area. The trails run almost in the middle of nowhere, and the starting place is located on the shore of Lake Kuukkelilampi.  

The duties of a sled dog guide include taking care of the dogs, daily work at the kennel, guiding safaris and possibly maintaining the routes. Kennel work includes taking care of the dogs’ well-being, feeding and watering them, socializing the puppies, and daily cleaning of the kennels. Guiding work includes preparation of the safaris and dismantling tasks after the program, customer service at the kennel and in the terrain during the safari, and guiding dog sleds.   

In your work, you need good physical condition, a brisk attitude, and the ability to tolerate ever-changing situations. Since our guests are international, knowledge of English is considered an advantage.  As a sled dog guide, guiding in the terrain is mainly done by snowmobile, so at least a class B driver's license is necessary and experience driving a snowmobile is considered an advantage. 

We organize first aid training for our employees at the beginning of the season but previously acquired first aid skills are considered an advantage. Previous experience in guide work, outdoor work in winter conditions, regional knowledge and experience working with dogs are also considered as an advantage.  

The most important thing for us is a realistic understanding of the demands of the work, especially its physical nature, but also the reward - every morning, hundreds of colleagues greet you so enthusiastically that you almost need hearing protection. You should also have a flexible and fearless attitude to work, working hours are mainly between 7:00 and 16:00. 

On your days off, you can get to know the incredible nature of the north, enjoy many kinds of winter activities, and spend time with other outdoor-loving people. In the opinion of many employees, one of the best things about work is a great team, where you make friends from all over the world. The season is intense, so in a very short time both human and canine friends become very familiar. It's great that your office is in the most beautiful scenery of northern Finland and your coworkers are always excited to see you! 

We offer you:  

• A great international work team 

• Variable work tasks and working days in fresh, clean air 

• Diverse experience working in a large husky kennel   

• Comprehensive staff benefits of Lapland Hotels & Lapland Safaris. You will receive benefits for example from equipment rental, restaurants and Lapland Ski Resorts’ lift tickets.    

The employment relationship is a fixed term seasonal contract by the Collective Agreement in the Adventure Services sector. Work will start in November 2025 and will last until the end of winter season (March-April 2026). Salary according to the Collective Agreement of Adventure Services grade A-C, hourly wage starting from 11 € (gross). Work will be done also during weekends and public holidays. Sundays and Finnish bank holidays are paid double. Accommodation will be organized, with a reasonable rent in comparison to the local price level.  

The workplace is approximately 20 km from Saariselkä, so your own car is necessary for moving between home and work, as there is no public transport.  

Please note that Lapland Husky Safaris is a non-smoking working place. 

Interviews are conducted, and hiring decisions are made already during the application period so apply soon! 

More information by email: urho.ahomaa@laplandhuskysafaris.fi 

Read the job descriptions and the workday stories from HERE.  

In addition, please note that in order to work in Finland, an EU-citizenship/passport or valid working permit to Finland is required.  

If you need a work permit or visa for Finland, we must be able to process your application in time due to the length of the permit process. You can check your work permit requirements here: https://migri.fi/en/home 

The employee pays and applies for the work permit themselves, with the assistance of Lapland Staff. Please submit your job application to us before the following dates:   

Work permit for seasonal work (whole winter season, over 3 months in Finland): 17.8.  

Visa: 17.8.  

Certificate for seasonal work (Christmas season, less than 3 months in Finland): 17.9.