Lead Penguin Keeper
Sea Life Melbourne
Aquarium is an awe-inspiring experience with interactive exhibits that
transport visitors from the underwater seahorse kingdom of our local Port
Phillip Bay to the icy plateaus of Antarctica. And we’re also night owls - in
the evening our five star food and beverage team transform the Aquarium into a
world of fine dining and special events.
Are you passionate
about conservation and creating incredible guest experiences? Do you want to
work in an exciting and ‘very cool’ environment in one of Melbourne’s most
loved attractions?
We have an amazing
opportunity for you to join our Team here at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium as a
full time Lead Penguin Keeper to cover parental leave.
About the Role
As the Lead Penguin
Keeper you will deliver effective management of the Bird collection (King and
Gentoo Penguins) and ensure best practice animal husbandry for all species
under the care of the Curatorial team.
Key duties will
include operation of the life support systems, testing and managing water
quality, the acquisition, quarantine and daily care of species as well as team
supervision and training.
Please note, this
role is on a rotating roster, so the ability to work weekends and public
holidays is essential.
About You
Holding a degree in
Zoology or similar, you must also have experience in animal husbandry
(preferably birds), maintaining daily contact with a living collection of
plants and animals in a varied building climate. Experience in Life Support
Systems is essential.
You will be an
exceptional communicator, who has experience in leading successful teams. This
role does involve cleaning the exhibit and restocking of snow daily, so some
level of physical fitness is also required.
Your ability to
multi-task and have a flexible and adaptable approach along with high attention
to detail, the ability to meet deadlines and have demonstrated planning,
organisational and time management skills are desired.
To apply and learn
more please click HERE
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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