Aquarium Industries is seeking a passionate and talented person to fill the role of Fish Keeper to join our fish care team in Epping, Victoria. This full-time position is responsible for the maintenance and care of aquarium fish and invertebrates. Work a 4.5 day week where your weekend starts before lunch on Friday every week*

What you'll be doing

- Performing routine water changes, tank cleaning, and other husbandry tasks to maintain optimal water quality
- Sorting, grading and movement of fish around the facility ensuring customer standards are met
- Feeding and monitoring the health of a diverse range of fish and invertebrate species
- Identifying and treating any signs of disease or distress in fish and invertebrates
- Assisting with the acclimation and quarantining of new livestock

What we're looking for

- Demonstrated experience in the care and maintenance of aquarium fish or a passion to learn these skills
- Minimum 1-2 years experience in aquarium fish care and maintenance, or a willingness to join as a general hand and learn these skills on the job
- Solid knowledge of freshwater fish (or marine fish) and invertebrate species, their care requirements, and common health issues, or a willingness to learn
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow strict protocols and procedures




- Passion for aquatic life and a commitment to provide the highest standards of animal welfare
- Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Capability of working in a warm fish room with capacity to lift 20kg
- Australian work rights are required for this position

What we offer

- Competitive pay and benefits package
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- A collaborative and supportive team environment
- Opportunities for career advancement within the company

*A 4.5 day Mon-Fri work week, with 1 weekend every 4 weeks working only 4 hours on Saturday and Sunday.

About us

Aquarium Industries is a leader in the supply of high-quality aquarium livestock and accessories and has over 55 years of expertise in the industry. We are passionate about responsible aquatic care and take pride in our reputation for top-tier products and strong people values. Our distribution centre in Melbourne's northern suburbs, convenient parking and close to public transport houses over 4,000 aquariums.

Applications that do not contain a cover letter will not be assessed.

Applications close 5pm December 11th 2026

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📌 Aquarium Fish Keeper (Melbourne)
🏢 Aquarium Industries
📍 Melbourne