Job Details
As an aquarist at Ozean Berlin, you'll be part of a dedicated team that works every day to provide the best possible care for our animals, delight our visitors, and keep our exhibitions vibrant. Your responsibilities will be broad:
· Care and provision of aquatic animals (fish, invertebrates, reptiles) according to the highest standards – species-appropriate, conscientious and loving
· Responsible collaboration in all areas of husbandry (hygiene, water quality and technology)
· Support in the creative design of our aquarium landscapes
· Assistance with feeding, training and veterinary care
· Ensuring the operation and maintenance of life-support systems and technical equipment
· Documentation of animal data, transport and feeding in the display system
· Support with projects, new installations and improvements to visitor guidance
· Close collaboration with colleagues from other areas such as operations, marketing or education
· Active participation in events, guided tours or public feedings
· Guidance and supervision of interns, volunteers and helpers
· Participation in internal training and further education – also internationally
· Willingness to work flexible shifts, on-call duties and weekend shifts
Requirements
Your profile
· A university degree in marine biology or related natural sciences (advantageous)
A Dive Master certification
A valid diving medical examination (ECG, blood pressure, epilepsy, etc.)
· Good written and spoken German and English skills (both are an advantage)
· Experience in aquaristics, animal care or diving (advantageous)
· Team spirit, reliability and enjoyment in dealing with people and animals
· A valid work permit for the EU
· You also love animals and want to actively contribute to marine conservation
· Work in a structured, careful, solution-oriented and attentive manner in customer contact
· Stay calm, even when things get hectic
· You are a real team player – and enjoy learning
Contact Information
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Our contact
Karin Ostertag
HR-Recruiter
IA Ocean Berlin
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+49 163 2327452
karin@oceanberlin.com
www.oceanberlin.com
Post Date: 7/27/2025 9:08:44 AM
Closing Date: 8/10/2025 12:00:00 AM