Casual Aquarist & Diver — Create Memorable Marine Experiences

Merlin Entertainments; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free access to Merlin attractions

Career development opportunities

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast, part of Merlin Entertainments, is seeking a Casual Assistant Aquarist/Diver to join our team. You will help maintain exhibits, support daily life checks, prepare animal diets, and keep accurate records in a world-class marine display environment.

Requirements include a marine biology/aquaculture qualification, animal care experience, and a current QLD driver’s licence. Divers must hold a PADI/SSI qualification.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in marine biology, aquaculture, ecology or fisheries.
• Experience in animal care, preferably in zoos or aquariums.
• Passion for guest experience, education, conservation and sustainability.
• Excellent observation and meticulous record-keeping abilities.
• Able to cope with variable schedules and peak workloads, including weekends.
• Able to work unsupervised, take initiative and set priorities.
• Current QLD driving licence.
• Diving qualification required for divers (PADI/SSI).

Responsibilities

• Maintain displays and assist with life support checks.
• Prepare diets and monitor animal welfare.
• Support curatorial team across a range of tasks.
• Record keeping and data entry for exhibit care.
• Perform physical tasks including bending, lifting up to 20 kg.

Skills

Animal care experience

Guest experience focus

Observation & record keeping

Flexibility under pressure

Initiative & self-management

Current QLD driving licence

PADI/SSI Dive Master/Instructor for as

Education

Tertiary qualifications in marine biology/aquaculture/ecology/fisheries

Tools

First Aid/ CPR / O2 certification

Job description

SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast, part of Merlin Entertainments, is seeking a Casual Assistant Aquarist/Diver to join our team. You will help maintain exhibits, support daily life checks, prepare animal diets, and keep accurate records in a world-class marine display environment.

Requirements include a marine biology/aquaculture qualification, animal care experience, and a current QLD driver’s licence. Divers must hold a PADI/SSI qualification.