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Marine Biology Base Leader – Six Senses Kanuhura
Role summary
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The Marine Biology Base Leader oversees Six Senses Kanuhura’s marine biology and ocean-conservation activities, including reef monitoring, marine education, guest experiences, and environmental projects. Candidates should have a degree or strong professional background in marine biology, marine science, conservation, or a related field, along with practical knowledge of coral reefs and Maldivian marine ecosystems. Experience leading teams, organizing educational activities, collecting field data, and working with guests is expected. Strong communication, presentation, organizational, and leadership skills are important. The successful candidate should be passionate about sustainability, comfortable working outdoors and in the water, and able to support resort-wide environmental initiatives while delivering engaging and safe experiences.
Can I work in the Maldives?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Employer quota and work permit, paid by the employer; some roles are being reserved for Maldivians (2027 to 2030).
Watch for: Cashier jobs are reserved for Maldivians from February 2027; guest relations, tour guides, dive instructors, housekeeping, HR and front office managers follow by about 2030.
Official source: Ministry of Economic Development: Regulation on Foreign Employment. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the Maldives
Usual for the Maldives, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | On the island; shared for line staff |
|---|---|
| Meals | Full board |
| Flights | Joining flight and a yearly home ticket |
| Service charge | At least 10%, shared equally by all staff (by law); about USD 250 to 1,000+ a month, more at top resorts |
| Contract | 1 to 2 years; probation 3 months at most |
| Leave | 30 days |
| Income tax | 0% below about USD 3,900 a month, then 5.5% to 15% |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
Working in the Maldives
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About Six Senses
Six Senses is a luxury hospitality brand known for distinctive resorts, wellness programs, and a strong commitment to sustainability. The brand operates high-end properties in exceptional natural and cultural settings, combining personalized service with environmental and community initiatives. Six Senses Kanuhura is a private-island resort in the Lhaviyani Atoll of the Maldives, offering villas, wellness experiences, water activities, and marine conservation programs. The company encourages responsible tourism through projects such as reef protection, wildlife monitoring, waste reduction, local sourcing, and guest education. Employees work in an international environment where professionalism, genuine hospitality, teamwork, and care for the surrounding ecosystem are highly valued. Six Senses is part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, providing access to international hospitality standards, training, and career development opportunities.