National Marine Aquarium
South West Closing date for applications is: 15th Nov 2026
Contact: Justin Lennon (recruitment@oceanconservationtrust.org) Sector: Animal Care Type: Paid Contract type: Part-time Salary: £15.25 per hour
The Ocean Conservation Trust is a charity focussed on habitat restoration and behaviour change which owns and runs the National Marine Aquarium and brings you the opportunity to work in the prestigious Salesforce Tower London development at 110 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AY.
You will be working as part of a small but dedicated and friendly team that are responsible for delivering a consistently exceptional display in the foyer of one of the finest contemporary buildings in the City of London and is the largest private aquarium in the UK. The exhibit is based on the reefs around the Great Barrier Reef, Australia and contains animals found there.
Essential
- Professional level diving qualification i.e. HSE Part IV / Pro Scuba, PADI Divemaster or equivalent with the ability to pass a HSE commercial dive medical.
- Dive work either as aquarium diving or Divemaster work.
- Good communication IT Skills. Microsoft Office
- Physically fit to cope with diving, access to the aquarium and numerous stairs. Team player Able to work autonomously
DESIRABLE
- Degree in biological discipline or aquatic animal care course. First Aid at Work with Oxygen Administration Course HSE Dive Medical
- Maintaining aquariums of any size.
- Water Chemistry especially the nitrogen cycle familiarity with pipework, pumps and plumbing Aquatic animal husbandry
- Good attention to detail
- Confident communicator and keen public speaker
A full job description and person specification is available from our website
The team work on a rota’d basis to provide 7-day cover. You will be required to work 4 days over 7 days and contracted for 24 hours per week. Some flexibility is required to cover for holidays. You will normally be required to work in London but there may be occasions when you need to travel to the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth for short periods. The rate of pay is £15.25 per hour. The successful candidate will ideally be located within easy reach of the centre of London.
For more information on the role please read the Job Description and Person Specification found here: https://oceanconservationtrust.org/work-with-us/assistant-biologist-diver-salesforce-tower-london/
Closing Date: 15th November 2026.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is identified.
In line with current legislation all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. As part of the recruitment process you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility in the form of a passport or birth certificate.
The OCT operates an Equality and Diversity Policy and is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. All applications will be judged solely on merit; however, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented in the workforce.
Only candidates invited for interview will be contacted.
Assistant Biologist Diver employer: British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA)
Activate Learning is an exceptional employer that values the passion and dedication of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where teamwork and professional growth are at the forefront. Located in the picturesque Surrey countryside, employees benefit from a vibrant environment that fosters learning and development, alongside opportunities to engage with a diverse animal collection. With a commitment to high standards of animal welfare and education, Activate Learning provides a meaningful and rewarding career for those looking to make a difference in the animal industry.
Contact Details:
British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) Recruitment Team
