Aquarist
Deep Sea World
North Queensferry
An exciting
opportunity has arisen for an experienced pro active individual to join us as
an aquarist.
About you
Already have
relevant experience in the visitor attractions sector working with marine fish
and invertebrates and knowledge of aquarium life support systems. Have an
infectious enthusiasm for creating stunning and innovative displays and keen to
share knowledge with colleagues and guests. A degree or equivalent in a
relevant biological science is advantageous.
About the role
You will be
responsible for maintaining and developing displays and exhibits - promoting
public education and awareness in relation to conservation and delivering a
memorable and entertaining experience to visitors. Experience in animal
husbandry is essential. This is a hands on role and skills in pipework and
maintenance of life support systems and pumps are beneficial. It is desirable,
but not essential, that you are qualified to PADI Divemaster or equivalent and
hold a valid HSE dive medical. Dive
specific training can be undertaken if not already at this level.
This post is full
time, with weekend shifts allocated on a rota basis.
About Deep Sea World
We are a market
leader visitor attraction and Scotland’s national aquarium based in North
Queensferry. We host the largest
temperate marine display in the UK through its underwater walkthrough tunnel. Other displays include tropical marine,
freshwater, reptiles, amphibians and marine mammals.
Benefits
Alongside annual
salary a benefits package that includes a pension plan, 30 days holiday rising
to 33 days (inclusive of bank holidays), Annual pass into Aspro Parks
worldwide.
About us
We are part of the
ever expanding Aspro Parks Group operating over 60 attractions across Europe.
Here in the UK we have 9 sites ranging from aquariums, theme park and caves.
To apply for this job:
Candidates should
apply to Janeen Yates, Human Resources Manager, C/O Blue Planet Aquarium,
Cheshire Oaks, Cheshire CH65 9LF.
E-mail: recruitment@asprouk.com
Your application
letter should highlight how you would fulfil this key role within the
organisation.
Closing date for applications is: 23rd July 2017
Work Location: Deep
Sea World, North Queensferry, Fife, KY11 1JR
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