Offshore Deckhand & Coxswain NC1 — Reef Tours Pro

Quicksilver Cruises; Port Douglas; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted boat tours

Discounted diving tours

Partner discounts

Job summary

Quicksilver Cruises is seeking an Offshore Deckhand to join our marine team offshore from Port Douglas. The role involves working aboard vessels on reef trips, performing maintenance, and supporting day-to-day operations while living offshore for 3 nights per swing, on a rotating 4 days on/2 days off roster.

You will help with small craft operations, provide reef commentary, deliver outstanding guest service, and ensure safety for guests and crew.

Qualifications

• Coxswains NC1 certification or equivalent.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.
• Proficiency in rope handling and vessel docking.
• Good communication and teamwork in a small crew.
• Diving qualifications are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Daily preparation and ongoing maintenance of offshore vessel, pontoon, small craft and equipment.
• Operation of small craft and coral viewers.
• Delivery of reef interpretive commentary.
• Provide high level customer service to guests.
• Ensure safety of customers and staff at all times.
• Safely handling ropes, lines and fenders.
• Assist other crew members as required.

Skills

Coxswains NC1

First Aid

CPR

Rope handling

Docking

Communication

Diving qualifications (advantage)

Job description

Quicksilver Cruises is seeking an Offshore Deckhand to join our marine team offshore from Port Douglas. The role involves working aboard vessels on reef trips, performing maintenance, and supporting day-to-day operations while living offshore for 3 nights per swing, on a rotating 4 days on/2 days off roster.

You will help with small craft operations, provide reef commentary, deliver outstanding guest service, and ensure safety for guests and crew.