Assistant Manager, Marine Mammals

KERZNER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED; Dubai; In loco; AED 180.000 - 280.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance with dental

Annual flights home

Life insurance

Incentive program

Wellness initiatives

Descrizione del lavoro

Kerzner International Limited’s Atlantis property seeks an Assistant Manager to oversee and support the implementation of advanced animal training techniques, ensuring welfare and outstanding guest experiences through operant conditioning and positive reinforcement. The role requires leadership, outdoor work in varying weather, and adherence to the five pillars of animal welfare.

Responsibilities include daily observations, medication administration, program delivery, education and research

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of proven experience in marine mammal training.
• Advantage: degree in Zoology, Psychology or Marine Biology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Good command of written and spoken English; other languages a plus.

Mansioni

• Oversee and support advanced animal training techniques using operant conditioning.
• Ensure welfare is maintained according to the five pillars of animal welfare.
• Administer animal medications and vitamins as prescribed.
• Apply conditioning to maintain and enhance animal behavior; address challenging behaviors.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences during interactive programs and education initiatives.
• Record health and behavior data using digital systems; maintain records.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of animal environments and work areas.
• Plan, organize, and oversee daily operations; mentor and develop colleagues.

Conoscenze

Operant conditioning

Animal welfare

Leadership

Microsoft Office

English proficiency

Communication

Team mentorship

Problem solving

Formazione

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Zoology/Psychology/Marine Biology

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

About The Role

The Assistant Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing and supporting the implementation of advanced animal training techniques including operant conditioning and positive reinforcement This position requires strong leadership and operational planning skills to ensure the well-being of the animals and to deliver exceptional guest experiences The Assistant Manager will uphold the company s commitment to conservation education and research while ensuring adherence to the five pillars of animal welfare good nutrition a suitable environment good health appropriate behavior and positive mental experiences Applicants must be physically fit and able to work effectively outdoors in varying weather conditions including extreme temperatures.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Animal Welfare amp Observations
• Conduct daily animal observations to assess behavior health and environmental conditions ensuring that all practices align with the five pillars of animal welfare
• Administer animal medications and vitamins
• Ensure daily administration of prescribed medications and vitamins
• Behavioral Conditioning
• Apply operant conditioning and positive reinforcement techniques to maintain and enhance animal behavior
• Address and modify challenging behaviors while ensuring the mental well-being of the animals
• Deliver exceptional customer service
• Provide excellent service during guest interactive programs focusing on education conservation research and creating memorable experiences
• Participate in interactive programs and presentations
• Engage in daily educational programs and presentations and ensure that all pre- and post-program checks are completed thoroughly
• Record Maintenance
• Accurately record and manage animal health behavior data and general departmental records using digital systems
• Environment amp Safety
• Ensure cleanliness and safety in animal environment and the overall work areas
• Follow SOPs and guidelines
• Adhere to standard operating procedures and organizational guidelines to ensure consistent best practices
• Manage daily operations
• Plan organize and oversee daily operations as required ensuring smooth and efficient functioning
• Mentor and develop colleagues
• Empower and motivate team members at all levels by advancing their professional growth and development
• Serve as a role model and guide helping them to achieve their full potential and align with management s vision and goals
• Resource Efficiency
• Strive to minimize waste and promote sustainability in all aspects of operations
• Adapt to new circumstances
• Be flexible and versatile adapting to new situations and supporting company decisions as they evolve
• Promote a positive work environment
• Create an enjoyable and motivating workplace helping each team member excel and achieve their best
• Be a team player
• Collaborate effectively with others working well under pressure and taking direction as needed
• Pass physical swim test
• Successfully complete an annual physical swim test to ensure readiness for the role s physical demands
• Be flexible with scheduling
• Adapt to varying schedules including overtime public holidays and weekends as required
• Pass physical swim test
• Successfully complete an annual physical swim test to ensure readiness for the role s physical demands
• Be flexible with scheduling
• Adapt to varying schedules including overtime public holidays and weekends as required

Benefits

We offer a competitive tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams AED alongside a wealth of benefits These include 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 and a variety of colleague wellness and social initiatives.

Career Development

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.

Qualifications and Skills

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum 5 years of proven experience in marine mammal training. Degree in Zoology, Psychology or Marine Biology related would be an advantage. Advanced knowledge of animal training and husbandry principles. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Good command of written and spoken English. Knowledge of additional languages is a plus. Pass the annual department fitness test. Rescue Diver Certified preferred.