Bayworld
Location: Gqeberha, Eastern Cape
A larger cultural and natural history complex that includes an aquarium section alongside museum exhibits and a snake park. The aquarium portion displays a range of marine and freshwater species from local waters.
More information: www.bayworld.co.za
Marine Research Aquarium
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
A smaller aquarium facility focused on local marine research and education. It's ideal for those interested in scientific aspects of marine life and smaller exhibits highlighting species found along the South African coast.
Nelson Mandela University Aquarium
Location: Gqeberha, Eastern Cape
A university-based aquarium used for teaching and research in marine biology. This facility showcases local aquatic species and supports educational programmes tied to marine sciences.
Two Oceans Aquarium
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
One of South Africa's most visited marine attractions, this aquarium showcases the rich biodiversity where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet. Exhibits range from a giant kelp forest and colourful reef systems to sharks, turtles and penguins. It's educational, engaging and suitable for all ages.
More information: www.aquarium.co.za
uShaka Marine World
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
A large marine theme park with one of the biggest aquarium displays in Africa. Visitors can explore multiple aquatic habitats with thousands of marine animals, including sharks, rays and tropical fish, alongside other waterpark attractions and shows.
More information: ushakamarine.com
Questions after the interview:
At the end of an interview there is usually an opportunity where you can ask any questions you might have. This is a great opportunity to show the interviewer that you are interested in the position as well as the company. It is a good idea to prepare a few questions before the interview – this can be done while you are doing research on the company.
Your questions should show the interviewer that you are a good candidate for the position. Try and avoid questions that are based on your personal needs and preferences, for instance:
- How much leave will I get in a year?
- Will I be considered for promotion in my first year?
- When will I get an increase?
- What time can I leave in the afternoon?
These questions are inappropriate at this stage and will probably raise concerns on the side of the interviewer. Should you be the successful candidate then all these questions will be answered in your letter of appointment so don’t waste this opportunity by asking these basic questions.
If the position is an entry level job or very junior then you are welcome to ask questions in line with the position, for instance:
- Why did the previous person leave the position?
- What would the successful person be tasked to do in a typical day?
- How does this position fit into the department and / or company?
- Could you explain the company structure to me?
- Is there any further education assistance or support?
If the position is more senior then you can prepare question around the following themes:
- current issues that will face the successful candidate;
- inter-personal challenges in the department;
- any process, technology or people challenges that needs to be attended to urgently;
- key result areas that need urgent attention in the first few months;
The above information should get you started. Prepare a few questions so that you can show your worth. Good luck with your interview!
