Assistant Aquarist Full Time
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Job Location:
Auckland - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
What youll bring to the team
Are you passionate about marine life Would you like to work for one of Aucklands most loved attractions creating incredible experiences for our guests Then you have the magic to join the team at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarltons as a full time Assistant Aquarist!
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists to join our team of Aquarists at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarltons Aquarium.
The Full Time Assistant Aquarist position involves assisting the Curatorial department with the day to day running of the aquarium; also involves working primarily with salt and freshwater fish habitats.
The aquarium is home to a variety of freshwater and saltwater fish crustaceans Tuatara and Penguins as well as acting as a rehabilitation facility for marine sea Turtles. You will have the chance to not only care for these amazing animals but also to promote education and conservation through providing a unique experience for our visitors.
About You
Mandatory Requirements:-
- Exceptional attention to detail and delivery of immaculately clean displays
- Excellent observation organisational record keeping and communication skills
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable including making the most of a challenging or unfamiliar environment
- Current New Zealand working rights
- Ability to bend/Stoop; Squat; Crawl; Crouch; Kneel; Balance; Climb Heights (4m); Carry and Lift up to 30kg
Desirable Requirements:-
- SCUBA certification of Rescue Diver Dive Master DiveInstructor or commercial diving qualification.
- The ability to pass and maintain an occupational dive medical certification
- Knowledge and practical experience within the aquarium industry
- Marine animal husbandry knowledge
- First Aid and/ or Oxygen Resuscitation training
- Computer skills using MS Office and Excel
You are an exceptional communicator are solution focused and are able to use your experience to work well in a successful and collaborative team. You have a flexible and adaptable approach along with high attention to detail and demonstrate strong organisational and time management skills.
About the Benefits
Corporate benefits including free access to all our attractions worldwide
Domestic and global opportunities to develop and progress your skills and career in tourism and attractions
Additional Leave (including birthday and wellbeing) and 3 volunteer days to give back to a social cause you care about
Opportunity to be involved with our Diversity & Inclusion initiatives including our Reconciliation Action Plan
Being part of a business built onfun
About Us
Merlin Entertainments is the company behind iconic brands like SEA LIFE Madame Tussauds LEGOLAND and Peppa Pig World of Play. We operate in over 140 attractions across 25 countries delivering memorable experiences to 54 million visitors a year.
Were the leading operator of visitor attractions in Australia and New Zealand with 10 attractions including SEA LIFE WILDLIFE Madame Tussauds and the Fly Treetop Adventures amongst others.
Merlin Entertainments is driven by a strong social responsibility with the vision to create a world where the global community respects conserves and sustainably manages our precious aquatic habitats wildlife and natural resources. We strive to achieve this goal through our 3 charities: Merlins Magic Wand the SEA LIFE Trust and the WILDLIFE Conservation Fund.
So if you are vibrant and passionate about delivering an amazing service within a great company and in a team who loves what we do then we want to hear from you!
Merlin Entertainments strongly encourages application from all background including people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander decent.
Please let us know you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to support your application.
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