Aquarist

Berlin, Germany Full Time

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

OCEAN BERLIN



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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