Senior Master <45m Vessel — Sydney Harbour Operations

Journey Beyond; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Captain Cook Cruises Sydney, part of Journey Beyond, seeks an experienced Master to command the vessel on Sydney Harbour. You will ensure safe, compliant operations and lead a professional crew in a busy marine environment.

As the most senior person aboard, you will perform pre-departure checks, conduct safety drills and oversee guest boarding while maintaining logs and reporting any incidents. A National Criminal History Check is required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master Mariner certificate and be able to command vessels on Sydney Harbour.
• Valid First Aid and medical certificates are required.
• National Criminal History Check forms part of recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Taking full command of the vessel and ensuring safe, compliant operation.
• Conducting pre-departure checks of navigation, steering and engine systems.
• Leading and mentoring your crew to uphold safety and professionalism.
• Conducting safety drills and managing emergencies confidently.
• Overseeing boarding and disembarkation of guests in a timely manner.
• Maintaining vessel seaworthiness and reporting defects through appropriate channels.
• Upholding the Safety Management System and protecting the marine environment.
• Reporting incidents and maintaining accurate vessel logs.
• Collaborating with Venue Manager and shoreside teams to deliver guest experiences.
• Caring for the company vessels as if they were your own.

Skills

Vessel command

Safety leadership

Crew mentoring

Calm under pressure

Education

Master Mariner certificate

First Aid certificate

Medical certificate

Job description

Captain Cook Cruises Sydney, part of Journey Beyond, seeks an experienced Master to command the vessel on Sydney Harbour. You will ensure safe, compliant operations and lead a professional crew in a busy marine environment.

As the most senior person aboard, you will perform pre-departure checks, conduct safety drills and oversee guest boarding while maintaining logs and reporting any incidents. A National Criminal History Check is required.