Lead Mermaid – Underwater Performer

About the role

The Lead Mermaid will be the senior underwater performer at Atlantis The Palm’s Lost World Aquarium, delivering high‑quality mermaid experiences for shows, meet‑and‑greets and themed events. In this full‑time position you will mentor junior mermaids, ensure safety standards, and support daily operational planning.

Key responsibilities

• Perform in underwater shows, guest interactions and special events while wearing a mermaid tail.
• Maintain safety and water‑proficiency standards, following the Dive Operations Manual and emergency protocols.
• Assist with costume and equipment care, cleaning and maintenance.
• Participate in rehearsals, costume fittings, promotional activities and training blocks.
• Support the Head Mermaid and management in performance quality, show readiness and operational consistency.
• Mentor and train Mermaid Trainees and junior mermaids, fostering a professional team culture.

Required profile

• Minimum two years of professional mermaid or aquatic performance experience.
• Strong physical fitness and ability to swim gracefully in a mermaid tail.
• Commitment to safety, with Lifeguard certification preferred.
• Professional attitude, reliability and ability to work flexible schedules.

Required skills

• Synchronized swimming
• Freediving
• Mermaid performance
• Aquatic performance
• Theatre
• Dance
• Character performance
• Diving
• Lifeguard certification
• Guest entertainment