Dive Instructor

Quicksilver Group; Port Douglas; On-site; AUD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted boat tours for family and朋友

Discounted diving tours in Cairns and/

Wide range of industry partner and供应商折

Inclusive culture and flexible working

Job summary

Quicksilver Cruises is seeking a safety-focused Dive Instructor to join our Port Douglas team. You will lead dives, deliver briefings and ensure guests enjoy safe, high-quality underwater experiences on the Great Barrier Reef.

Based in Port Douglas, you’ll operate daily, report to the Dive Operations Manager, and contribute to a positive team culture while maintaining high standards of guest service and safety in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Current PADI Dive Instructor qualification.
• Current First Aid, CPR and oxygen provider qualifications.
• Relevant commercial diving experience, preferably within a tourism operation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Genuine commitment to safety and following procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Professional and positive guest service approach.
• Calm decision-making in changing conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead certified dives and DSD experiences.
• Deliver dive briefings and safety instructions.
• Provide high-quality instruction and supervision to divers of varying experience.
• Conduct equipment checks and maintain dive safety standards.
• Monitor guest wellbeing and respond to conditions.
• Support vessel and guest operations as needed.
• Maintain professional standards and contribute to a positive team culture.

Skills

Diving instruction

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Guest service

Education

PADI Dive Instructor qualification

First Aid, CPR & Oxygen provider qualifications

Job description

Dive Instructor

• Quicksilver Cruises
• Port Douglas & Great Barrier Reef
• Commencing rate $32.86 per hour
• Weekend and Public Holiday required

Take your career to the Great Barrier Reef

Quicksilver Cruises is seeking an enthusiastic and safety-focused Dive Instructor to join our experienced dive team based in Port Douglas.

Operating daily on the Great Barrier Reef, this is an opportunity to work in one of the world's most iconic marine environments while delivering exceptional diving experiences to guests from around the world.

About the role

As a Dive Instructor, you will play an important role in delivering safe, professional and memorable diving experiences for our guests.

Reporting to the Dive Operations Manager your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading certified dives, conducting PADI DSD experiences and our Oceanwalker program.
• Delivering dive briefings and ensuring guests understand safety and operational requirements.
• Providing high-quality instruction and supervision to divers of varying experience levels.
• Conducting equipment checks and maintaining high standards of dive safety.
• Monitoring guest wellbeing and responding appropriately to changing conditions.
• Supporting other vessel and guest operations as required.
• Maintaining professional standards and contributing to a positive team culture.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• A current PADI Dive Instructor qualification.
• Current First Aid, CPR and oxygen provider qualifications.
• Relevant commercial diving experience, preferably within a tourism operation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine commitment to safety and following operational procedures.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A professional and positive approach to guest service.
• The ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in changing operational conditions.

The Benefits We Offer

• Stability in a long-established business proud of their inclusive culture and working environment
• Discounted boat tours and cruises for your family and friends
• Discounted diving tours in Cairns and Port Douglas
• A wide range of special discounts with our industry partners and goods suppliers

About Quicksilver Group

We are proudly Australia’s leading Great Barrier Reef tourism company with operations based in Cairns, Port Douglas and Green Island. Our multi award-winning company comprises:

• Quicksilver’s Outer Reef and Low Isles Cruises
• Great Adventures’ Reef and Green Island Cruises
• Silver Series Dive and Snorkel Adventures (Silverswift and Silversonic)
• Quicksilver Dive Centre
• Poseidon Dive and Snorkel Adventures
• Pro Dive Cairns
• Ocean Spirit
• The eco-sensitive Green Island Resort

Living and working in our unique natural environment brings many rewards and company benefits - the Great Barrier Reef is quite literally our office! We offer flexible working conditions and have career opportunities across a wide range of areas from customer service through to engineering and corporate support. To join our dynamic and professional teams, we seek people with the right attitude and skills who are able to demonstrate values of respect, delivery of amazing customer service while promoting a safe working environment and pride in your work.

To learn more about the Quicksilver Group visit our website https://www.quicksilvergroup.com.au/