Zoological specialist
Miral Experiences
United Arab Emirates
30th May 2025
2505-1936-13
Job Description
The job scope includes:
- 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.
- Applies 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 area.
- Ensures guests, personal, and animals’ safety through constant monitoring of the behavioral precursors of potentially harmful behavior by both animals and people.
- Assists on the training of colleagues and animals as directed by the leadership
- Provides proactive guest services through guest interactions, pre and post shows, 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.
- Delivers department trainings as well as completes all required trainings; ensures in maintaining professional development and competencies.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Essentials:
- College background in Psychology, Zoology or Biology, diploma, or equivalent
- Open Water SCUBA certification
- 2 years of relatable animal experience in a professional setting
- Ability to successfully pass an area swim test within the first 60 days of hire
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Basic mathematical skill
- Basic computer knowledge including MS Office and animal recording system
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding of marine mammal husbandry and training principles and techniques
- College background in Psychology, Zoology or Biology is a plus
- CPR/AED certified
Job Details
| Role Level: | Associate | Work Type: | Full-Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country: | United Arab Emirates | City: | Abu Dhabi |
| Company Website: | https://www.miral.ae | Job Function: | Clinical & Lab Research |
| Company Industry/ Sector: |
Entertainment Providers | ||
What We Offer
About the Company
Miral Experiences operates a diverse portfolio of world-class, award-winning immersive experiences and attractions in Abu Dhabi, bringing joy to visitors from around the world. From thrilling adventures and hands-on discovery to enriching cultural experiences, our destinations offer something for everyone, creating unforgettable moments for all ages. Our entertainment experiences on Yas Island include Ferrari World Yas Island Abu Dhabi, the world’s first Ferrari-branded theme park; Yas Waterworld, the UAE’s unique Emirati waterpark; Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island Abu Dhabi, the world’s first-ever Warner Bros. branded indoor theme park; SeaWorld Yas Island Abu Dhabi, the region’s largest indoor marine life theme park; and CLYMB Abu Dhabi, home to the world’s largest indoor skydiving flight chamber and the region’s tallest indoor climbing wall. Our cultural destinations include teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, a multi-sensory experience where art, science, and technology converge; and Qasr Al Watan, a cultural landmark offering an in-depth exploration of the UAE’s heritage, values, and leadership.
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