Master

NRMA Parks and Resorts; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Coral Expeditions, Australia’s pioneering cruise line, is seeking an experienced Master to lead all onboard operations, ensure guest satisfaction, and manage crew through ship-based Heads of Department. You will represent the company at all times, oversee safety, itinerary and vessel management, and maintain strong communication with shoreside teams.

Essential: Master Unlimited, Survival Craft, and international maritime credentials; passenger ship experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master Unlimited licensure is required.
• Proficiency in Survival Craft is required.
• International AMSA Medical certification preferred.
• Remote Area First Aid & Advanced CPR must be valid.
• ASSB or equivalent discharge book from country of issuance.

Responsibilities

• Supervisory responsibilities over all crew and ship operations.
• Safety management and compliance with maritime regulations.
• Itinerary management and voyage execution.
• Communication with ship-based and shoreside teams.
• Vessel management and oversight of ship systems.

Skills

Leadership and management

Crew supervision

Guest relations

Safety management

Itinerary coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Master Unlimited

Survival Craft certification

AMSA Medical (International)

Remote Area First Aid & Advanced CPR

ASSB or discharge book

Job description

Coral Expeditions is Australia’s 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 – 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

The role of Master is a key on-board management position responsible for guest satisfaction by managing all crew and all areas of cruise operation either directly or indirectly through ship based Heads of Department. The Master of a Coral Expeditions vessel is required to represent the very best interests of the company at all times. This position would suit a motivated person who is looking for a change and new challenge as a part of a well-established nationwide marine team.

What You’ll Do

• Supervisory responsibilities;
• Safety management;
• Itinerary management;
• Communication – shipbased and shoreside;
• Vessel management;
• Customer service.
• Proven experience in a similar role;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong leadership and management skills with a desire to coach and develop others;
• Ability work well in a team environment;
• Demonstrated safe working practices mindset;
• Passenger ship experience preferred.

What You’ll Bring

The minimum requirements are:

• Master Unlimited.
• Proficiency in Survival Craft.
• Crowd control & Crisis Management.
• International AMSA Medical.
• Remote Area First Aid & Advanced CPR.
• ASSB or other country equivalent discharge book.
• Passport.