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Aquarist

On-site in Arroyomolinos·Full-time·Added 12 days ago (last checked 19 Oct)

Parques Reunidos

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Overview

Salary: €17,500 a year
About €1,340 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, Arroyomolinos
Contract: Fixed-term contract, full-time hours
Education: University degree

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Requirements

What we're looking for

REQUIREMENTS

Education: MARINE SCIENCES / BIOLOGY / AQUAROLOGY / AQUACULTURE TECHNICIAN
Availability to work shifts any day of the week
Diving qualification

The role

Aquarist

What you'll do

FUNCTIONS

The selected person will be part of the Atlantis aquarist team, with a replacement contract, and a gross annual salary of €17,500

Clean and maintain the Aquarium facilities.
Feed the animals and monitor their condition.
Load, unload and/or move animals and/or goods.
Assist veterinarians in preparing and/or performing treatments on the animals.
Maintain daily records of feedings and diving
Basic water analysis procedures.
Physical capacity to dive several days a week.

About Parques Reunidos

Parques Reunidos is a Spanish leisure and entertainment group that owns and operates theme parks, zoos, and nature parks across Spain. The company manages iconic destinations such as Parque Warner Madrid, Zoo Aquarium de Madrid, Faunia, and several Aquopolis water parks, making it one of the leading operators in the European leisure sector. With a workforce of several thousand employees, the group focuses on delivering family-oriented entertainment experiences.

In Spain, Parques Reunidos is headquartered in Madrid and operates its main parks in the Madrid region, including Parque Warner, Zoo Aquarium, and Faunia. The company is a significant local employer, particularly for seasonal roles in hospitality, maintenance, and guest services. For international professionals, the group offers opportunities in a dynamic, customer-facing environment, with roles ranging from technical maintenance to culinary and aquatic safety, all within a fast-paced and highly seasonal leisure industry.

Founded: 1967
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid

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Seasonal hiring is common, with many roles (e.g., lifeguards, park attendants) offered as fixed-term summer contracts.
Spanish language proficiency is typically required for guest-facing and operational roles, as most visitors and internal communication are in Spanish.
The group operates several distinct venues near Madrid (Parque Warner, Zoo Aquarium, Faunia), so relocation to the Madrid area is usually expected.
Roles in maintenance, electrical, and mechanical trades are available year-round, while hospitality and guest-service roles peak in the summer season.
As a Spanish-founded and headquartered company, Parques Reunidos offers a direct entry point into the Spanish leisure and tourism job market.

In their own words

About the company & team

Parques Reunidos is a leading international operator of leisure and entertainment destinations with more than 50 years of experience in the industry. Every year, millions of guests enjoy authentic, memorable experiences across our diverse portfolio of over 30 parks.

Our footprint spans nine countries in Europe, encompassing a broad range of attractions: from theme and water parks to animal parks, aquariums, family entertainment centers, and resort accommodations. This unique combination allows us to create meaningful connections with visitors of all ages while delivering high-quality, safe, and sustainable entertainment.

Additional information

We are committed to building a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of everything we do. We believe that varied perspectives fuel innovation and strengthen collaboration, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to contribute their unique talents.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other dimension of diversity, you will find a culture that values and celebrates individuality. If you share our commitment to inclusion and equity, we encourage you to apply.

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