Assistant Manager, Aquarium Specialist

Atlantis Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous food and beverage privileges

Exclusive discounted rates at Kerzner 

Comprehensive health insurance (with d

Annual flights home

Life insurance

Incentive program

Colleague wellness and social initiati

Job summary

Atlantis The Royal is seeking a Lead Aquarist to provide and oversee healthy and sanitary living conditions for marine and freshwater animals, while guiding educational experiences for guests and the local community. The role includes managing feeding schedules, daily maintenance, water analysis, and supervising the aquarium team.

Ideal candidates hold a relevant degree or equivalent aquarium experience with supervisory skills, scuba certification, and strong knowledge of husbandry principles to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Zoology, Marine Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years aquarium experience and supervisory experience of 1 year or more.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report animal behavior to management.
• Maintain and oversee aquarium exhibits according to maintenance programs.
• Lead in developing solutions for daily challenges in the aquarium.
• Maintain and service dive and exhibit equipment, reporting malfunctions.
• Oversee feeding, water quality, disease recognition and animal care protocols.
• Provide guest education experiences and contribute to conservation learning.

Skills

PADI Openwater Scuba Certification

PADI Divemaster or higher

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Zoology, Marine Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

( 20517 ) A part of Kerzner International, a global leader in luxury hospitality, Atlantis The Royal is the most ultra-luxury experiential resort in the world. Crafted by the world’s leading designers, architects, and artists, it is a destination where everything has been designed to challenge the boundaries of imagination. Located on the crescent of the Palm Island, it features 760 Rooms, Suites, and Signature Penthouses with panoramic sea and skyline views. Guests experience impeccable service, Michelin-starred and celebrity chef dining, immersive wellness, and unforgettable moments at every turn. Behind this extraordinary destination are over 6,000 colleagues from 129 nationalities. Together, we foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where talent is nurtured, wellbeing is prioritized, and careers truly thrive.

About The Role

To Provide and oversee healthy and sanitary living conditions, proper nutrition and constant care for all marine and freshwater animals. Fulfills delegated leadership functions within the marine aquarium area. This includes managing feeding schedules, daily maintenance of in-tank and external facilities, water analysis, and animal observations. Leads marine educational/research/conservation learning experiences for guests and the local community.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Makes daily observations of animals and reports any abnormalities or change of normal animal behavior to necessary Management personnel. Participate in the decision and problem solving process
• Maintain and oversee aquarium exhibits in accordance with routine and preventative maintenance programs, ensuring that self and team follow standards
• Leads and assists in developing solutions in problem areas of responsibility on a daily basis.
• Maintains and performs routine and preventative maintenance on all dive and exhibit equipment. All malfunctions are immediately reported to the immediate supervisor.
• Maintains dietary, disease recognition, fish treatment, and water quality programs are carried out according to standard by self and team members
• Continuous personal and professional development must be maintained.
• Acquire advanced knowledge in animal husbandry through structured participation, listening, observation, and learning resources provided.
• Compile and interpret information from animal records, animal observations and departmental logbooks.
• Develop a professional approach to the career and function as a team member showing consideration, tolerance, cooperation, reliability and the ability to accept and give constructive criticism.
• Performs all reasonable duties related to animal and guest needs as requested by management and as the department requires regardless of time, day or location.
• Ensures that Marine Animal Adventure interactions are carried out to a high standard

About You

• PADI Openwater Scuba Certification or equivalent; PADI Divemaster or above- desirable
• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Biology, Zoology, Marine Science or related field; and/or knowledge and skills equivalent to 5 years aquarium experience and education, and Supervisory experience of 1 year or more
• Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft package
• Oversees and carries out application of animal husbandry principles with emphasis on employee, guest and animal safety.
• Demonstrate the ability to mentor, coach and give direction to junior level positions with confidence
• Possesses and delivers knowledge of local and exhibit animals including: identification by common and scientific names, external fish anatomy, disease identification, animal compatibility and behavior.
• Utilize and guide proper husbandry techniques to ensure the optimal health of animals to include quarantine procedures, water quality analysis and record keeping.
• Oversees successful and consistent cultures of live feed regimes, invertebrate and fish rearing
• Has full understanding of all life support systems, with the ability to troubleshoot any abnormalities, report and gain knowledge in solution for future application
• Plans and executes quarantine protocols, regimes, disease recognition and treatments, animal transport and handling
• Communicate in a clear and professional manner with managers and subordinates, both verbally and written, with proper email and reporting etiquette
• Must be able to work independently and as well as in a team
• Must enjoy guest interaction with public speaking skills for PR, Marketing, and external parties in related field
• Networking skills with other International Aquarium entities, vendors, other departments, and all levels within the organization

We offer a competitive, tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED), alongside a wealth of benefits.

• generous food and beverage privileges
• exclusive discounted rates at all Kerzner properties worldwide
• comprehensive health insurance (with dental coverage)
• annual flights home
• life insurance
• an incentive program
• a variety of colleague wellness and social initiatives

With a strong emphasis on learning and development, colleagues at Atlantis enjoy access to world-class training, career mobility, and internal growth opportunities across the Kerzner portfolio - making this an ideal environment for ambitious individuals seeking a long‑term, fulfilling career in luxury hospitality. Join the A-Team and discover the extraordinary.