uShaka Marine World warmly invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for a range of exciting peak season positions available within the park. Individuals who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service and possess the necessary experience and qualifications for the roles are encouraged to submit their detailed CVs via email. Applicants must clearly indicate the specific position they are applying for in the email subject line to ensure their application is properly processed. These opportunities offer a chance to be part of a vibrant, dynamic team dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for all visitors.
Candidates should carefully review the minimum requirements for each position and demonstrate a willingness to work weekends and public holidays where applicable. uShaka Marine World is committed to fair recruitment practices and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds in line with employment equity policies. This is an ideal chance for motivated individuals who are physically fit and customer-focused to contribute their skills in a reputable and well-established entertainment venue. Applicants are advised to apply within the specified closing date, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the high volume of applications anticipated.
POSITIONS
- Cashier
- Chef
- Waitron
- Runner
- Hostess
- Bartender
- Security Officer
- Cleaner
- Sculler
- Storekeeper
- Mascot / In-house Entertainer
- Entertainment Assistant
- Guest Information Officer
- Slide Attendants
- Sea Animal Encounter Assistant
RECRUITMENT FOR PEAK SEASON DATABASE ENHANCEMENT
APPLICANTS TO INDICATE SPECIFIC POSITION APPLIED FOR ON EMAIL SUBJECT LINE
1. CASHIER
Brief description of the job
Responsible for the daily activities of selling and up-selling Durban Marine Park various products and services.
Minimum Requirements:
- Matric
- Cashiering experience of six (6) months or more
- Cash handling
- Willingness to work on weekends and Public Holidays
- Customer service orientated
- Physically fit (Able to stand for long hours)
2. CHEF, WAITRON, RUNNER, HOSTESS AND BARTENDER
Brief description of the job
To coordinate customer food and beverage orders within the restaurant.
Minimum Requirements:
- Matric
- 6 months general restaurant experience
- Customer service orientated
- Physically fit (Able to stand for long hours)
- Willingness to work on weekends and public Holidays
3. SECURITY OFFICER
Brief description of the job
The Security Officer is responsible for ensuring safety to all guests, visitors, tenants and staff entering uShaka Marine World, the safety of uShaka Marine World property and to promote and maintain guest relations at uShaka Marine World.
Minimum Requirements:
- Matric
- PSIRA certificate (Grade C)
- 6 months general security experience
- Physical fit
- Customer orientated
- Good communication skills
4. CLEANER AND SCULLER
Brief description of the job
Responsible for consistently providing the highest levels of cleanliness and hygiene by providing a scheduled and reactive cleaning service on a day-to-day basis in all areas of the Park.
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 10
- Previous experience in Cleaning
- Physically fit to carry equipment and to clean the park including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, strip and seal or vacuum and deep cleaning.
5. STOREKEEPER
Brief description of the job
To ensure the proper receiving and dispatching of stock.
Minimum Requirements:
- Matric
- Previous experience in stock keeping
- Physically fit to carry equipment and to clean the storerooms.
6. MASCOT/IN-HOUSE ENTERTAINER AND ENTERTAINMENT ASSISTANT
Brief description of the job
The Entertainment entertainers are brand ambassadors of uShaka Marine World who provide the Park with unmatched family entertainment, in the form of being a mascot.
Minimum Requirements:
- Matric
- Providing guests with unmatched family entertainment and services i.e. shows, parades, and speciality acts
Personal Attributes:
- Customer service orientated
- Good communication skills
- Procedural adherence
- Is punctual and time conscious
- Possesses a willingness to learn
- Works independently and is focused
7. GUEST INFORMATION OFFICER
Brief description of the job
To provide an efficient, professional, courteous service in areas of contact with guests at Guest Information Kiosk, Welcome Centre, Show stadiums and throughout uShaka Marine World.
Minimum Requirements:
- Matric
- Previous experience in a customer service environment
Personal Attributes:
- Good problem-solving skills
- Good communication skills
- People orientation
- Work on weekends and Public Holidays
- Ability to perform under pressure
8. SLIDE ATTENDANTS
Brief description of the job
Temporary employee will be responsible for the cleaning of the pools and safeguarding of guests within the waterpark.
Minimum Requirements:
- Matric
- Ability to swim
- Physically fit (Able to stand for long hours)
- Willingness to work on weekends and public Holidays
- Ability to ensure safety of guests by preventing and responding to emergencies.
Preferred Requirements:
- Lifeguard experience
- First aid level 1
- Open water certificate
9. SEA ANIMAL ENCOUNTER ASSISTANT
Brief description of the job
Safeguarding guests while partaking in the sea animal encounters activities: diving, snorkelling, ocean walker, ray feed, meet a dolphin, fish feed and the back of house tour and to monitor scuba diving activities from surface and underneath by following protocols to provide assistance in an emergency situation.
Minimum Requirements:
- Matric
- Ability to swim
- Physically fit (Able to stand for long hours)
- Willingness to work on weekends and public Holidays
- Ability to ensure safety of guests by preventing and responding to emergencies.
- Good communication skills
Preferred Requirements:
- Lifeguard experience
- Open water certificate
- First aid level 1
Preference will be given to employees from the designated groups in line with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act, No. 55 of 1998 and any amendments thereto, uShaka Marine World’s internal recruitment policy as well as uShaka’s employment equity plans.
The organisation reserves the right not to appoint.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 1 October 2025
HOW TO APPLY
All applications, accompanied by an up-to-date detailed CV, should be forwarded to the HR Department: uShaka Marine World by e-mail, to: peakseasonrecruitment@ushakamarineworld.co.za
APPLICANTS TO INDICATE SPECIFIC POSITION APPLIED FOR ON EMAIL SUBJECT LINE
Due to large number of responses anticipated, correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates.
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