Water Quality Specialist Cape Town CBD

Salary: Market Related Job Type: Permanent Sectors: Travel & Tourism Chemical Environmental Reference: 2378770 Employment Equity Position Job Type: Permanent Sectors: Travel & Tourism Chemical Environmental Reference: 2378770 Employment Equity Position Sectors: Travel & Tourism Chemical Environmental Reference: 2378770 Employment Equity Position Reference: 2378770 Employment Equity Position

Employer: Two Oceans Aquarium Trust

The Two Oceans Aquarium is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Water Quality Specialist to join our Curatorial team. This is an exciting opportunity for a recently qualified individual with a passion for aquatic life support systems, water chemistry and engineering to begin a rewarding career in one of South Africa's leading conservation organisations. Working behind the scenes, you will help ensure the delivery of exceptional water quality that supports the health and welfare of thousands of marine and freshwater animals. You will gain practical experience maintaining sophisticated life support systems while working alongside experienced aquarists, technicians and veterinarians. Key Responsibilities: •Monitor the Aquarium's freshwater and seawater life support systems. •Conduct routine water quality testing and accurately record results. •Monitor water chemistry and assist with corrective actions where required. •Perform routine preventative maintenance on filtration and water treatment equipment when required. •Troubleshoot and report equipment faults. •Support animal care staff during exhibit maintenance. •Assist with the operation and maintenance of pumps, filters, protein skimmers, dosing systems, ozone systems and associated equipment. •Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures. •Participate in the after-hours standby roster when required.