Mermaid Diver – Underwater Performer

About the role

Perform as a mermaid in underwater shows, meet‑and‑greets and themed events at Atlantis Dubai’s Lost World Aquarium. The role involves swimming gracefully in a mermaid tail, executing choreographed routines and engaging with guests of all ages.

Key responsibilities

• Perform in daily underwater shows, meet‑and‑greets and special events.
• Participate in rehearsals, costume fittings and promotional activities.
• Maintain physical fitness, water‑safety proficiency and adhere to dive safety protocols.
• Care for, clean and maintain mermaid costumes, equipment and monofin.
• Log and report equipment malfunctions and maintain personal dive logs.
• Follow all policies in the Atlantis Dubai Dive Operations Manual and ensure a safe environment for guests, staff and animals.
• Attend meetings, trainings and briefings as required.
• Maintain confidentiality of all operational information.

Required profile

• Certified free diver with a recognised free‑diving certification.
• Pass annual departmental swim test and demonstrate extended breath‑hold ability.
• Previous experience in aquatic performance, synchronized swimming, diving or dance preferred.
• Excellent health, physical condition and ability to pass an annual dive medical.
• Ability to lift/carry costume elements up to 25 lb and wear a monofin or mermaid tail for extended periods.
• CPR, first‑aid and lifeguard certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and evenings.
• Fluent in written and spoken English and comfortable performing near animals.

Required skills

• Free diving certification
• CPR certification
• First‑aid certification
• Lifeguard certification
• Monofin operation