Zoo Jobs: Lead Aquarist – Bird/Mammal Specialist

Lead Aquarist – Bird/Mammal Specialist

We are the National Sea Life Centre, Birmingham and we are part of the magical Merlin Entertainments!

We are pleased to offer the exciting role of Senior Aquarist at The National SEA LIFE Centre, Birmingham – a full time, salaried position at one of the Midland’s most popular visitor attractions.

By joining us at the National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham, as a Senior Aquarist you will be working with another Senior Aquarist leading a team of Aquarists reporting in to the Displays Supervisor and Curator. You will help to care for the animals, as well as the life support systems that are so vital to their wellbeing. You will also play a vital role in maintaining the exhibits to the highest possible standards and ensuring that they surpass the expectations of our visitors. You will actively engage with visitors and communicate as an expert on matters arising around displays and the creatures or marine environment working with the rest of the displays teams to generate innovative ideas to enhance displays or husbandry.

Ask yourself these questions:

• Do you understand the importance of delivering exceptional customer service, and have experience of successfully motivating others to do so?

• Do you like working in a fast paced environment

• Have you previously lead a team?

• Do you have experience in driving results and targets?

• Can you think quickly on your feet to adapt to changing situations and resolve operational issues under pressure?

• Do you have 3-4 years experience working with aquatic birds and mammals?

If you answered yes to these questions then you could be in with a chance of joining our management team, and enjoy some of our great benefits including a Merlin Magic pass, 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants, 40% discount online off of LEGO, and much more!

This role includes working a regular, fair share of weekends and also bank holidays as required.

We offer flexible opportunities, in a totally unique environment. We know this is a great place to work.

About Merlin Entertainments plc

Merlin Entertainments plc is a global leader in location based, family entertainment. As Europe's Number 1 and the world's second-largest visitor attraction operator, Merlin now operates over 100 attractions, 15 hotels and 6 holiday villages in 24 countries and across 4 continents. The company aims to deliver memorable experiences to its more than 60 million visitors worldwide, through its iconic global and local brands, and the commitment and passion of its c.29,000 employees (peak season).

Visit www.merlinentertainments.biz for more information.

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