Assistant Manager, Marine Mammals

At Atlantis, we exist to bring the extraordinary to every holiday and experience through connection, empowerment, precision, care and warmth. Inspired by the majesty and mystery of the ocean, Atlantis resorts are unique destinations full of life, wonder and surprise, where we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn.

Nestled between the calm turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf and the majestic Dubai skyline, Atlantis, The Palm is the crown of the world-famous Palm island in Dubai. With a sense of exhilaration and discovery, we create unforgettable memories by providing guests the opportunity to discover an extraordinary world filled with thrilling adventures. Whether we are designing a couple’s retreat or serving the extraordinary in one of our award-winning celebrity chef restaurants, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of courage, inspiration and innovation. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion.

About The Role

As part of the Marine Mammal management team, you will lead in ensuring that the team provides a healthy and sanitary living conditions, proper nutrition, conditions and maintains animal behavior through enrichment training. You will be responsible for overseeing safe animal and guests’ interactions through advanced application of conditioning and criteria recognition. You will manage the marine mammal specialists and fulfills various leadership roles as delegated.

About You

Our ideal candidate will have a Rescue Certification together with an Intermediate application of animal training and animal husbandry principles (curatorial skills) on a daily basis with direct emphasis on employee, guest and animal safety. You will have skills associated with short term planning necessary for achieving daily and weekly animal training goals. This includes involvement in training behaviors from beginning to completion with detailed record of progress. You will be responsible for consistent application of Guest Service skills associated with dolphin interaction programs. This includes basic problem solving without compromising quality and safety.

A minimum of three years’ experience in behavioral modification, care, or related animal field and have completed cross-training in Dolphin Bay. You will have to pass Swim Test and is proficient in application and development of animal training and animal husbandry principles.

Atlantis Dubai is an iconic entertainment destination comprised of two world-class resorts; Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis, The Royal; offering an unbeatable opportunity for you to grow and develop in your career. Join a team that is adventurous, creative, warm-hearted and extroverted. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.