Marine Mammal Specialist - Animal Care

Atlantis; Dubai; On-site; AED 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance including dental

Annual flights home

Life insurance

Employee meal benefits

Tax-free salary

Job summary

Atlantis Resorts in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is seeking a Marine Mammal Specialist - Animal Care. This entry‑level role focuses on animal welfare, habitat upkeep, feeding, behavioral monitoring, and guest engagement within a resort‑level marine environment.

The position requires strong observation skills, physical fitness, and a genuine interest in marine mammal care. A high school diploma is required, and hands‑on training will be provided as part of a structured program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Internships, volunteering, or exposure to marine mammal care advantageous.
• Accurate daily observations and record keeping are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily care and husbandry of marine mammals under supervision.
• Maintain clean, safe habitats following procedures.
• Prepare marine mammal diets according to plans and portions.
• Observe behavior and report changes to senior staff.
• Maintain accurate daily records of feeding, behavior, and care activities.
• Assist with medications and treatments under supervision.
• Support guest programs involving marine mammals.
• Work with veterinarians and trainers to support welfare.

Skills

Marine mammal care

Veterinary-Animal Care

Animal welfare

Habitat maintenance

Behavioral observation

Record keeping

Guest interaction

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Marine Mammal Specialist - Animal Care Job Snapshot Role: Marine Mammal Specialist - Animal Care Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Recreational Facilities and Services Function: Veterinary-Animal Care Experience: Entry-level; internships or exposure to marine mammal care are advantageous Job Type: Full-time Position Overview Marine Mammal Specialist - Animal Care in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Recreational Facilities and Services opportunity for an entry-level candidate interested in marine animal welfare, habitat maintenance, behavioral observation, diet preparation, guest interaction, and supervised animal care. This hiring role is suitable for candidates seeking a marine mammal care job in Dubai where hands‑on training, accurate record keeping, outdoor work, and close collaboration with experienced animal care professionals support the wellbeing of dolphins and other marine mammals at Atlantis, The Palm.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Recreational Facilities and Services Function: Veterinary-Animal Care Salary: 3500-5500 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Marine Mammal Specialist supports the daily care, welfare, and environmental needs of marine mammals while learning professional animal care practices within a large resort-based marine environment. The position combines habitat cleaning, food preparation, behavioral monitoring, documentation, supervised medication support, and participation in guest‑facing programs. As an entry‑level role, it provides practical exposure to structured marine mammal care while requiring strong responsibility, physical fitness, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in animal wellbeing. Accurate daily observations and consistent care routines help maintain healthy animals, safe habitats, and positive educational experiences for resort guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily care and husbandry of marine mammals under the guidance of experienced specialists.
• Maintain clean, safe, and well‑prepared habitats according to established animal care procedures.
• Support routine cleaning of pools, holding areas, workspaces, tools, and animal care equipment.
• Prepare marine mammal diets according to approved feeding plans and portion requirements.
• Handle and store food correctly to maintain freshness, hygiene, and nutritional quality.
• Observe animal behavior and report changes or unusual patterns to senior team members.
• Participate in routine behavioral monitoring to support animal welfare assessments.
• Maintain accurate daily records covering feeding, behavior, habitat conditions, and assigned care activities.
• Enter and organize relevant information using Microsoft Office and approved record systems.
• Assist with medications and prescribed treatments only under appropriate supervision.
• Follow instructions carefully when supporting veterinary or animal health procedures.
• Participate in interactive guest programs involving marine mammals.
• Help create safe, informative, and engaging experiences for visitors.
• Communicate clearly with guests when explaining approved program information or activity procedures.
• Follow established animal welfare, health, safety, and operational standards at all times.
• Support experienced team members during training and enrichment activities.
• Assist with preparation of enrichment items and activities designed to encourage appropriate behavior.
• Monitor animal areas during assigned periods and communicate relevant observations promptly.
• Work collaboratively with marine mammal specialists, veterinarians, trainers, and operational colleagues.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization across animal care preparation and support areas.
• Prepare required equipment before scheduled animal care or guest interaction sessions.
• Follow safe working practices when operating around pools, animals, equipment, and wet surfaces.
• Participate in training and development activities to build marine mammal care knowledge.
• Remain flexible when schedules change according to animal needs, operational requirements, or guest programs.
• Work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Maintain the physical fitness required to complete animal care and operational duties safely.
• Complete the required annual fitness assessment.
• Report equipment, habitat, safety, or animal welfare concerns immediately.
• Support team members during busy periods and special marine animal programs.
• Maintain professional conduct and consistent attention to animal welfare throughout each shift.

Ideal Profile

The position is suitable for candidates beginning a career in marine mammal care, animal welfare, zoological operations, or related recreational animal environments. No previous full-time experience is required. A high school diploma or equivalent qualification is required. Internships, volunteering, academic exposure, or previous practical experience involving marine mammals or animal care would be advantageous. Candidates should be comfortable using Microsoft Office for basic documentation and record management. Accuracy is important because animal observations, feeding information, treatments, and daily operational details must be recorded reliably. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential. The successful candidate should be comfortable receiving direction, working closely with experienced colleagues, interacting with guests, and reporting observations clearly. The role involves physical activity, outdoor work, changing schedules, and varying weather conditions. Candidates must therefore be adaptable, physically capable, and prepared to complete the annual fitness assessment. A genuine passion for animal care, patience, responsibility, and willingness to learn are central to success in this role.

Skills Set

• Marine mammal care
• Veterinary-Animal Care
• Animal husbandry
• Animal welfare
• Habitat maintenance
• Habitat cleaning
• Marine animal feeding
• Diet preparation
• Food handling
• Behavioral observation
• Animal behavior monitoring
• Animal record keeping
• Daily care documentation
• Medication assistance
• Veterinary support
• Enrichment activities
• Marine mammal training support
• Guest interaction
• Educational guest programs
• Animal care safety
• Poolside safety
• Animal health monitoring
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Record management
• Team collaboration
• Outdoor operations
• Physical fitness
• Marine facility operations
• Animal care equipment
• Hygiene procedures
• Entry-level animal care
• Dolphin care support
• Marine mammal welfare

Why Join Us

This position offers a valuable entry point into marine mammal care within one of Dubai 's most distinctive Recreational Facilities and Services environments. The successful candidate can gain practical experience in animal husbandry, behavioral monitoring, habitat care, guest programs, and supervised health support while learning directly from experienced marine animal professionals. Atlantis Resorts also provides structured learning, career mobility, and development opportunities across the wider Kerzner portfolio. The employment package includes a competitive tax-free salary, comprehensive health insurance with dental coverage, annual flights home, life insurance, food and beverage privileges, discounted rates across Kerzner properties, incentive programs, and colleague wellness initiatives.

About the Company

Atlantis Resorts operates luxury destination properties combining hospitality, marine attractions, entertainment, dining, and leisure experiences. Atlantis, The Palm in Dubai is home to extensive marine environments and interactive animal programs, providing specialist teams with opportunities to support animal welfare, guest education, and responsible marine care within a large-scale resort setting.