Dive Specialist & Aquarium Care Pro

Merlin Entertainments; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free attraction access

Global career development

Diversity & Inclusion initiatives

Reconciliation Action Plan

Fun culture

Job summary

SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast is seeking a Casual Assistant Aquarist/Diver to join the team and support world-class displays while ensuring animal welfare. You will help maintain exhibits, perform daily checks, and assist with diet preparation and record-keeping.

The ideal candidate holds tertiary qualifications in marine biology or related fields, has animal-care experience, and is passionate about guest education, conservation, and marine life.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in marine biology, aquaculture, ecology or fisheries.
• Experience in an animal care role in zoo or aquarium is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and cope with changing workloads.

Responsibilities

• Maintain exhibits and daily life support checks.
• Prepare diets and keep records of husbandry tasks.
• Support curatorial team with diverse responsibilities.

Skills

Observation skills

Record keeping

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

Marine biology / aquaculture / ecology / fisheries degree

Tools

PADI/SSI Dive Master/Instructor qualification

First Aid / O2 / CPR / Dive medical AS2299

Job description

SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast is seeking a Casual Assistant Aquarist/Diver to join the team and support world-class displays while ensuring animal welfare. You will help maintain exhibits, perform daily checks, and assist with diet preparation and record-keeping.

The ideal candidate holds tertiary qualifications in marine biology or related fields, has animal-care experience, and is passionate about guest education, conservation, and marine life.