Deckhand Casual

Paspaley; Darwin; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals and accommodation provided

On-site training

2:1 roster or 2–6 month liveaboard

Job summary

Paspaley Pearling Company is seeking casual Deckhands to join our Pearl Farm & Fleet teams in Darwin. The role involves working in a dynamic, family-owned pearling operation spanning Exmouth to Darwin, with rosters of 2 weeks on/1 week off or 2–6 months liveaboard.

You should be motivated, reliable, and ready to reside in Darwin, Australia. Responsibilities include removing marine growth, shell husbandry, and maintaining related infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Experience in manual labour, marine or agricultural settings.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screen.
• National police clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Comfortable living in remote areas and shared accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Remove marine growth from pearl shell.
• Husbandry and shell care.
• Maintain related infrastructure.

Skills

Manual labour

Marine environment

Australian work rights

Coxswains tickets desirable

Job description

Job Type

Casual

Location

Darwin

Job Category

Pearling

Join us in upholding our tradition of excellence and become part of a dynamic team committed to delivering exceptional results.

Job Description

Paspaley Pearling Company are currently looking for Deckhands to join our Pearl Farm & Fleet teams in a casual role.

Our pearling operation is extensive and spans coastal regions from Exmouth, WA around to the north of Darwin, NT. Our pearl farms are positioned amongst some of the world's most spectacular coastline and unique marine environments.

You would be expected to reside in Darwin, Australia and work on a full-time basis. Rosters include 2 weeks on, 1 week off or a 2-6 months liveaboard opportunity.

This is a fantastic opportunity for highly dedicated, reliable, and motivated individuals to join a multifaceted family-owned business that spans across Pearling, Retail, Pastoral and Properties.

Deckhand Daily Responsibilities

• Removal of marine growth from pearl shell
• Husbandry of the shell and general shell care
• Maintenance of the associated infrastructure

What We Offer

• A unique once in a lifetime experience working at our pearl farms
• Attractive salary
• Meals and accommodation provided*
• 2:1 roster from Darwin, NT or 2-6 month liveaboard contract
• On site training provided
• Career progression for the right candidate

Desired Skills And Experience

What you need to succeed:

• Consistent working history in a manual labour, marine or agricultural environment
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment medical, fitness test and drug and alcohol screen
• National police clearance or ability to obtain
• Comfortable working in remote areas and live in close quarters
• Coxswains or relevant tickets highly desirable
• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have confirmed work rights in Australia including Working Holiday Makers