Merlin Entertainments

Assistant Aquarist - Casual

Location Name New Zealand
Job Locations NZ-Auckland
Job ID
2025-8130
Employment Type
Fixed Term/Seasonal
Offer/Contract Type
No End Date
Location (Country-State-City)
NZ-Auckland

What you'll bring to the team

 

We are looking for an Assistant Aquarist to join our wonderful team at SEA LIFE Kelly Tartlton's, on an ongoing Casual basis!

 

 

About the Role

 

An exciting opportunity exists to join our team of Aquarists at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium. The Assistant Aquarist position involves assisting the Curatorial department with the day to day running of the aquarium. This position involves working primarily with salt and freshwater displays. The aquarium is home to a variety of freshwater and saltwater fish, crustaceans, Tuatara and Penguins as well as acting as a rehabilitation facility for marine sea Turtles. You will have the chance to not only care for these amazing animals, but also to promote education and conservation through providing a unique experience for our visitors. This is a position working on a casual basis.

 

 

About You

 

Mandatory Requirements:

  • Exceptional attention to detail and delivery of immaculately clean displays
  • Excellent observation, organisational, record keeping and communication skills
  • Ability to be flexible and adaptable including making the most of a challenging or unfamiliar environment
  • Current New Zealand working rights
  • Ability to Climb Heights (4m); Carry and Lift up to 30kg

 

Desirable Requirements:

  • SCUBA certification of Rescue Diver, Dive Master, Dive, Instructor or commercial diving qualification.
  • The ability to pass and maintain an occupational dive medical certification
  • Knowledge and practical experience within the aquarium industry
  • Marine animal husbandry knowledge
  • First Aid and/ or Oxygen Resuscitation training
  • Computer skills using MS Office and Excel

 

 

Benefits  

  • Corporate benefits including free access to all our attractions worldwide 

  • Domestic and global opportunities to develop and progress your skills and career in tourism and attractions 

  • Opportunity to be involved with our Diversity & Inclusion initiatives, including our Reconciliation Action Plan 

  • Being part of a business built on fun 

 

About Us 
 
Merlin Entertainments is the company behind iconic brands like SEA LIFE, Madame Tussauds, LEGOLAND, and Peppa Pig World of Play. We operate in over 140 attractions across 25 countries, delivering memorable experiences to 54 million+ visitors a year.  

 

We’re the leading operator of visitor attractions in Australia and New Zealand, with 10 attractions, including SEA LIFE, Wild Life, Madame Tussauds, and the Fly Treetop Adventures, amongst others.  

Merlin Entertainments is driven by a strong social responsibility with the vision to create a world where the global community respects, conserves, and sustainably manages our precious aquatic habitats, wildlife, and natural resources. We strive to achieve this goal through our 2 charities: Merlins Magic Wand and the SEA LIFE Trust. 
 
So, if you are vibrant and passionate about delivering an amazing service within a great company and in a team who loves what we do – then we want to hear from you!  

 

Merlin Entertainments strongly encourages application from all background, including people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander decent.  

 

Please let us know at anzrecruitment@merlinentertainments.biz if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to support your application. 

Pay Range

NZD $27.70/Hr.

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At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters!

Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry.