Aquarium Specialist

BPK Global Trading LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 67,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

BPK Global Trading LLC is seeking an Aquarist to care for diverse aquatic life in a controlled environment in Dubai. You will monitor water parameters, adjust chemistry, and ensure proper filtration, lighting, and temperature to meet species needs.

You will perform health assessments, prepare species-specific diets, maintain tanks, and manage quarantines for new arrivals, while contributing to enrichment programs and educational outreach.

Responsibilities

• Maintain optimal water quality parameters and perform precise testing and chemical adjustments
• Design and implement species-specific life support systems including filtration, temperature control, and lighting
• Conduct daily health assessments and promptly identify and treat diseases or injuries
• Prepare and administer specialized diets based on nutritional needs of various fish, invertebrates, and aquatic plants
• Perform regular tank maintenance: substrate cleaning, algae removal, and equipment upkeep
• Manage quarantine and acclimation of new arrivals to prevent disease introduction
• Develop enrichment activities to promote natural behaviors and reduce stress
• Educate visitors and staff on aquatic ecosystems, species, and conservation through presentations and signage
• Maintain detailed records of animal health, water parameters, feeding schedules, and husbandry procedures
• Collaborate with veterinary staff and researchers on animal health initiatives and habitat improvement projects

Job description

• Maintain optimal water quality parameters for diverse aquatic species through precise testing and chemical adjustments
• Design and implement species-specific life support systems ensuring filtration temperature and lighting meet all needs
• Conduct daily health assessments of all aquatic inhabitants promptly identifying and treating diseases or injuries
• Prepare and administer specialized diets understanding the nutritional requirements of various fish invertebrates and aquatic plants
• Perform regular tank maintenance including substrate cleaning algae removal and equipment upkeep
• Manage the quarantine and acclimation process for new arrivals preventing disease introduction and ensuring smooth integration
• Develop and execute enrichment activities to promote natural behaviors and reduce stress in captive aquatic animals
• Educate visitors and staff on aquatic ecosystems species and conservation efforts through engaging presentations and signage
• Maintain detailed records of animal health water parameters feeding schedules and husbandry procedures
• Collaborate with veterinary staff and researchers on animal health initiatives and habitat improvement projects
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