Zoological Associate

To ensure a smooth and efficient operations of the SeaWorld Abu Dhabi facilities in Zoological Department by safely fulfilling the duties in animal/guest interactions, husbandry, enrichment, general public presentations, and research.Job scope: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 habitatsLearns behavior modification techniques under the supervision of more experienced colleagues. This includes but is not limited to the training of behaviors to completion, proactively maintaining conditioned behavior, and the ability to form relationships with assigned animals.Ensures guests, personal, and animals’ safety through constant monitoring of the behavioral precursors of potentially harmful behavior by both animals and people.Provides proactive guest services through guest interactions, animal presentation and programs in the assigned area, and responding to guest inquiries.Performs 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 situationsParticipates on the required trainings and maintains profession development and competenciesPerforms other duties as directed by the leadershipTo be considered for the role, you will need to have:High School diploma or equivalent1 year of relatable animal experience in a professional settingGood communication skills in English, verbal and writtenExcellent swimming and diving skills(not required for Aviculture)Basic mathematical skillBasic computer knowledge including MS Office and animal recording systemBasic understanding of fish, reptile,amphibian and invertebrate husbandry, nutrition and natural historyAvicultureBasic understanding of avian husbandry and incubation principles and techniquesBasic understanding of marine mammal husbandry and training principles and techniques Basic understanding of marine mammal, avian, and reptilian husbandry / rescue / rehabilitation techniques
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