Master IV MED II

Kelsian Group; Shute Harbour; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marine tourism operator located in the beautiful Whitsundays is seeking a Vessel Master IV MEDII. This role involves overseeing the daily operations of a tour vessel, ensuring the safety and satisfaction of guests. Candidates should possess the necessary maritime certifications, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to environmental preservation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a supportive team.

Benefits

Access to a range of employee benefits

Beautiful working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience in open water.
• Experience with tour operations.
• Understanding of maintenance and marine mechanical.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the daily operation of the vessel and crew.
• Ensure high-standard guest tours and experiences.
• Manage deckhands to provide exceptional customer service.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Team-building

Time management

Safe approach to vessel operations

Passion for preserving the environment

Education

Unrestricted Master up to 45m certification

Senior First Aid certification

Job description

Work in the Beautiful Whitsundays

Join Australia's largest marine and tourism company

Access to a range of employee benefits

About the Role

SeaLink Marine and Tourism incorporating Red Cat Adventures provide exceptional guest experiences in the Whitsundays. Leaving from Shute Harbour - this role will be responsible for the delivery of our day tour experiences to Whitehaven Beach and our Outer Reef Snorkel Tour.

The Vessel Master IV MEDII leads and manages safely and efficiently the daily operation of the vessel and its crew, ensuring the delivery of a high-standard guest tour and experience. All vessels, systems, and equipment are to be managed and maintained to the highest, safest standard of repair, achieving excellence in both a visual and functional capacity. This role will also manage the deckhands, ensuring a safe and exceptional customer experience and will seek continuous improvement in all maintenance, presentation, and operational capacities.

About You

You will have an enthusiastic attitude, who enjoys being hands-on and delivering an exceptional guest experience. You are self-motivated to achieve goals, working in a dynamic & supportive team. You will have a fun and friendly attitude This once-in-a-lifetime position will be located in the beautiful Whitsundays. A flexible approach to working hours is required regarding weekends and public holidays. Some heavy lifting and exposure to varying weather conditions are applicable.

The successful applicant will need the following:

• Unrestricted Master up to 45m with two years minimum experience in open water
• Display leadership qualities including effective communication, team-building and training, motivation, problem-solving, time management, delegation techniques
• Work efficiently and effectively under pressure
• An understanding of maintenance and marine mechanical
• Experience with tour operations
• Experience with snorkel operations highly desirable
• Adopt a flexible and adaptable approach to the role
• Safe approach to vessel operations with a passion for preserving the environment.
• Responsible service of alcohol
• Senior First Aid certification, CPR and Oxygen
• Current driver's licence

How to Apply

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About Us

SeaLink Whitsundays is part of SeaLink Marine & Tourism which operates nationally recognized brands that connects travelers from around Australia and the world to our most iconic destinations, holidays and experiences. Carrying more than eight million customers annually, SeaLink Marine & Tourism is one of Australia’s largest tourism and transport operators delivering brilliant customer experiences.

SeaLink Marine & Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia’s largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, USA, Singapore, London and the Channel Islands.

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.