What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dive Safety Officer/Aquarist position at SEA LIFE?
What you'll bring to the team
Job Title: Dive Safety Officer/AquaristDepartment: DisplaysReporting to: CuratorObjective: To maintain safe, organized, and effective dive operations while ensuring high standards of animal care and guest experience, aligning with the company’s values and goals.
Qualifications & Experience
Core Responsibilities
- Organize and oversee the scuba diving program, ensuring it aligns with safety protocols and policies.
- Maintain dive equipment and manage diver areas per SEA LIFE standards.
- Handle daily feeding, cleaning, and upkeep of aquatic exhibits.
- Conduct water quality testing, manage quarantine processes, and assist with specimen transport and disease management.
- Provide hands-on maintenance of aquarium displays, including those requiring SCUBA diving (e.g., a 200,000-gallon tropical display).
- Conduct guest presentations and interactive programming.
- Engage with visitors to educate them on the displays, promoting a memorable guest experience.
- Maintain daily records for exhibit specimens, dive activities, and animal health.
- Assist in the continuous development of display areas and documentation related to dive safety.
- Adhere to company and legal safety protocols, ensuring a safe environment for all guests and team members.
- Report incidents and participate in investigations as necessary.
Qualifications
- Education: B.A./B.S. in Life Sciences or related field, or certification in aquarium/zoological sciences.
- Certification: Advanced SCUBA certification at the PADI Divemaster level (or equivalent).
- Experience: Background in managing dive programs and working with aquatic displays.
Working Conditions
- Flexibility to work in varying environments, with shifts that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
This role is ideal for someone with a passion for marine life, dive safety, and guest education, capable of blending technical, operational, and interpersonal skills to enhance the overall guest experience and exhibit quality.
Benefits
At Merlin Entertainments, we offer fantastic benefits:
- 🏥 Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision, and more!)
- 💼 401(k) retirement plan with corporate match.
- 🌴 Annual paid time off.
- 🛍️ 30% off at Merlin retail stores and other discounts.
- 🎟️ Complimentary tickets to all Merlin attractions worldwide for you and your friends and family!
- 📈 Career progression and skills development opportunities across the country and globally.
Pay Range
From USD $16.50/Hr.Salary : $17
