Expedition Operations Manager

Hikezilla; Cairns Regional; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Coral Expeditions, Australia’s pioneering cruise line, is seeking an experienced Expedition Operations Manager to lead shoreside operations for our expedition fleet. The role oversees Expedition Leaders, Dive Teams and guest services, ensuring seamless execution, safety, and memorable experiences across remote destinations.

You will partner with the Strategic Operations Manager – Hospitality and Expeditions to align operations, develop staff, and uphold the company’s renowned hospitality and

Job description

Expedition Operations Manager with NRMA (NRMA Careers Attrax).

About the role

Company Description Coral Expeditions is Australiaâs pioneering cruise line. We specialise in a unique style of immersive adventures by small expedition ship. With humble beginnings hosting cruises on the Great Barrier Reef, the company has grown into a borderless fleet of three ships carrying between 72 and 120 guests. For four decades, Coral has operated with a single purpose â to take small groups of likeminded explorers to remote places with expert guidance and warm Australian hospitality. We offer a wide range of domestic and international destinations. Coral is part of the NRMA Group, a member-owned brand that also operates NRMA Parks & Resorts, SIXT car rental, NRMA Electric Vehicle charging network and various marine businesses. Job Description We are seeking an experienced and inspiring leader to join our shoreside operations team as Expedition Operations Manager. This Head of Department operational leadership role responsible for leading, developing and supporting our expedition teams across the fleet while ensuring exceptional guest experiences, strong safety outcomes and operational consistency. Reporting to the Strategic Operations Manager â Hospitality and Expeditions, this role provides operational leadership across all expedition operations and directly supports a large and diverse workforce including Expedition Leaders, Assistant Expedition Leaders, Expedition Operations Executives, Expedition Crew, Dive Teams, Guest Lecturers and Special Host