Join us at Miral Experiences!
Miral Experiences is a region’s leader in the management and operation of world-class, award-winning immersive attractions and experiences across Abu Dhabi. Our diverse portfolio includes some of the most iconic entertainment and leisure destinations, including Ferrari World Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island Abu Dhabi, SeaWorld Yas Island Abu Dhabi, CLYMB™ Yas Island Abu Dhabi, and TeamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, and CLYMB™ Abu Dhabi, as well as cultural treasures like Qasr Al Watan.
We specialize in crafting unique experiences that cater to all tastes and ages, delivering a seamless blend of thrills, joy, and discovery. Our attractions are designed to ignite the imagination and create unforgettable memories for visitors from around the world. Whether you're seeking excitement, relaxation, or cultural enrichment, we offer something for everyone.
About the Role
To ensure a smooth and efficient operations of the SeaWater Abu Dhabi facilities in Zoological Department by safely fulfilling the duties in animal/guest interactions, husbandry, enrichment, general public presentations, and research.
This position requires standing in a prolonged period, moves/lifts up to 25kgs of load; also requires to work in varying shifts based on business need. This includes: opening, mid, and closing shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Key Responsibilities
- Performs daily husbandry tasks including administration of vitamins and medication as directed
- Prepares food, provides proper nutrition and constant care of animals
- Maintains a safe, appropriate and sanitary living conditions for all animal habitats
- Learns 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 programs
- Makes daily observations of animals and reports any abnormalities to the leadership team
- Maintains all animal records, equipment, area responsibilities, and communication requirements on a daily basis
- Functions as Ambassador by displaying consideration, tolerance, cooperation, open communication, and reliability; maintains a consistent attitude, motivation, and ability to accept feedback
- Ensures all policies, guidelines, manuals and SOPs are followed at all times
- Consistently practices safe work habits including, but not limited to the use of personal protective equipment, lifting and reporting of unsafe situations
- Participates on the required trainings and maintains profession development and competencies
- Performs other duties as directed by the leadership
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- High School diploma or equivalent
- 1 year of relatable animal experience in a professional setting
- Good communication skills in English, verbal and written
- Excellent swimming and diving skills (not required for Aviculture)
- Basic mathematical skill
- Basic computer knowledge including MS Office and animal recording system
- Dynamic Habitat/Aquarium
- Basic understanding of fish, reptile, amphibian and invertebrate husbandry, nutrition and natural history
- Aviculture
- Basic understanding of avian husbandry and incubation principles and techniques
- Marine Mammal
- Basic understanding of marine mammal husbandry and training principles and techniques
- Zoo Support & Rescue
- Basic understanding of marine mammal, avian, and reptilian husbandry / rescue / rehabilitation techniques
Desirable
- College background in Psychology, Zoology or Biology is a plus
- Open Water SCUBA certified (not required for Aviculture)
- CPR/AED certified
Shape the Future with Us
At Miral Experiences, we don’t just create world-class destinations - we create unforgettable memories for our guests and remarkable careers for our people.
From theme parks and attractions to guest services and behind-the-scenes roles, every member of our team plays a part in delivering exceptional experiences. We’re driven by passion, powered by innovation, and committed to excellence in everything we do.
We’re looking for passionate, driven, and talented individuals who are ready to grow, lead, and make a difference. No matter your background or expertise, there's a place for you at Miral Experiences.
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