Zoological Specialist

2 weeks ago

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Farah Experiences Full time

Job Description:
Join our SeaWorld Abu Dhabi pre-opening team.

In this role, you will ensure a smooth and efficient operations of the SeaWorld Abu Dhabi facilities in Zoological Department by safely fulfilling the duties in animal/guest interactions, animal training, husbandry, enrichment, general public presentations, and research.

This position requires standing in a prolonged period, moves/lifts up to 25kgs of load; also requires working in varying shifts based on business need.

This includes opening, mid, and closing shifts, nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities:


Performs daily husbandry tasks including administration of vitamins and medication as directedPrepares food, provides proper nutrition and constant care of animalsMaintains a safe, appropriate and sanitary living conditions for all animal habitatsApplies proficient behavioral modification techniques.

This includes, but is not limited in developing and implementing new behavior, training of naïve animals with minimum supervision, training behavior to completion without supervision, proactively maintaining conditioned behavior, and the ability to form relationships with most, if not all, of the animals in assigned areaEnsures guests, personal, and animals' safety through constant monitoring of the behavioral precursors of potentially harmful behavior by both animals and peopleAssists on the training of colleagues and animals as directed by the leadershipProvides proactive guest services through guest interactions, pre and post shows, and responding to guest inquiriesPerforms assigned roles in education and general public programs, and guest interaction programsMakes daily observations of animals and reports any abnormalities to the leadership teamMaintains all animal records, equipment, area responsibilities, and communication requirements on a daily basisFunctions as Ambassador by displaying consideration, tolerance, cooperation, open communication, and reliability; maintains a consistent attitude, motivation, and ability to accept feedbackEnsures all policies, guidelines, manuals and SOPs are followed at all timesConsistently practices safe work habits including, but not limited to the use of personal protective equipment, lifting and reporting of unsafe situationsDelivers department trainings as well as completes all required trainings; ensures in maintaining professional development and competenciesPerforms other duties as assigned

Requirements:
High School diploma and/or degree in Psychology, Zoology or Biology or equivalent2 years of relatable animal experience in a professional settingBasic understanding of marine mammal, avian, and reptilian husbandry/rescue/rehabilitation techniquesExcellent verbal and written communication skills in EnglishExcellent swimming and diving skillsBasic mathematical skillBasic computer knowledge including MS Office and animal recording systemAbility to successfully pass an area swim test within the first 60 days of hire or holding a Certification in Open Water SCUBA
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