Reef Aquarist – Aquarium Service Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, hardworking Aquarist with a passion for coral reef keeping. We are looking for one individual to be self-motivated to work on coral reef aquariums in and around the London area.
Duties/ Responsibilities
You will be responsible for maintaining and developing aquarium displays. This post is full time, with some Saturday rota shifts.
Key Skills Required
5 Years experience in coral reef keeping. A good working knowledge of aquarium life support systems is essential. Practical knowledge of water quality management including testing water parameters and how to review and act on results. This is a hands on role and skills in filtration maintenance of life support systems and pumps are beneficial. Accurate oral and written communication skills
Job Type
- Full-time Permanent
- Salary Negotiable on experience and skill sets
- Experience: marine hobbyist aquarist or coral keeper of 2 years (Required)
- Working Location: London Areas.
Additional requirements for application are as follows:
- You must have a good knowledge of marine fish and coral keeping, so please supply us with your past or present reef aquarium picture/s that you’re proud of.
- Good knowledge of coral care and water quality management is essential
- Been able to identify the most common types of fish and marine Invertebrates
- Good understanding of water quality management
- Problem identification and understanding of fish health and fish diseases
- Good liaison skills with staff and customers
- Good problem solving skills
- Not afraid of getting your hands dirty.
PLEASE Email Us and Supply Your Aquarium Photographs
“Equal Opportunities: All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.”
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £21,000.00-£25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company car
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Commission pay
Experience:
- Reef Keeping: 2 years (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- UK Drivers License (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: reef001
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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