Deckhand

SeaLink Tasmania; Kettering; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

SeaLink Tasmania is seeking a Deckhand to join our Marine Operations team for the summer season. The role focuses on the safe berthing and unberthing of the vessel, handling lines and assisting passenger and vehicle movements.

You'll perform cleaning, routine maintenance, inspections, and participate in safety drills, reporting to the Marine Manager and working under the Master. Applicants with Shipboard Safety and Senior First Aid certificates are encouraged to apply; a Certificate I in

Qualifications

• Elements of Shipboard Safety are essential.
• Senior First Aid certificate is essential; Certificate I in Maritime Operations looked on favorably and support to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Perform berthing and unberthing of the vessel in line with procedures.
• Handle ropes, wires and rigging for berthing operations.
• Assist passengers and vehicles boarding and disembarking with safe mechanisms.
• Carry out cleaning and housekeeping to keep the vessel presentable.
• Assist the Engineer with routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Keep watch during poor weather and maintain passenger counts.
• Participate in safety drills and be familiar with emergency equipment.
• Conduct regular inspections and checks in line with procedures.

Education

Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand)

Senior First Aid certificate

Job description

Kick-start a career on the water

No two shifts look the same when your office is a moving vessel. We're looking for a Deckhand to join our Marine Operations team for the summer season — playing a hands-on role in the safe running of our ferry services and helping keep passengers, vehicles and crew moving safely, day in and day out.

About the Role

As a Deckhand, you're a key part of the onboard marine team, working under the Master and reporting through to our Marine Manager. Your main job is the safe berthing and unberthing of the vessel — handling ropes, wires and rigging — along with helping passengers and vehicles board and disembark safely. Beyond that, you'll keep the vessel ship-shape: cleaning, minor repairs, routine maintenance and regular inspections, plus playing your part in safety drills, passenger counts and emergency response when it counts.

What You'll Be Doing

• Perform a key role in berthing and unberthing the vessel in line with company procedures
• Handle ropes, wires and rigging for berthing operations
• Assist passengers and vehicles boarding and disembarking, ensuring safe boarding mechanisms are in place
• Carry out cleaning and housekeeping to keep the vessel presentable and ready to sail
• Assist the Engineer with routine maintenance and minor repairs
• Keep watch during poor weather and maintain accurate passenger counts
• Participate in safety drills and stay familiar with emergency equipment
• Conduct regular inspections and checks in line with company procedures

About You

You're reliable, safety-conscious and happy to get hands-on — whether that's handling lines on the deck or picking up a mop below. You communicate clearly with your crewmates, take instruction well, and stay calm and switched‑on if conditions change or an incident calls for a quick response. Elements of Shipboard Safety and a Senior First Aid certificate are essential; a Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand) are looked on favourably — we’ll support the right person to get there.

Applications close by 5pm on Sunday 27th September 2026

About Us

SeaLink Tasmania is part of SeaLink Marine & Tourism, one of Australia's largest marine and tourism businesses with operations across six states and territories, connecting our customers to many of Australia's most beautiful island destinations and brilliant experiences. With globally recognised brands such as SeaLink, Captain Cook Cruises and Kingfisher Bay Resort, we are a team who go beyond what others will do and are invested in supporting the communities and customers we serve.

SeaLink Marine and Tourism, is part of the Kelsian Group - a leading global operator of bus, motorcoach, and marine services, with established operations in Australia, the UK, Singapore, the USA, and the Channel Islands. Kelsian provides essential journeys for our customers by delivering safe and intelligent transport solutions designed to improve the sustainability and liveability of the communities we serve.

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.