SKIPPER – WEEKEND WARRIOR

Deploy Ocean Services; City of Lake Macquarie; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Deploy Ocean Services is seeking an experienced skipper to lead our vessel operating from Lake Macquarie along the coastline. You will skipper the boat, supervise the deckhand, and handle reporting on an iPad and phone apps.

This role suits someone who loves being on the water, values safety, and can work early starts in a small team. You’ll keep gear ready, be hands-on, and contribute to smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Coxswain ticket (minimum).
• Good knowledge of boating safety and navigation.
• Availability for at least Friday, Saturday and Saturday.

Responsibilities

• Skippering our vessel out of Lake Macquarie and along the coastline.
• Supervising and working with the Deckhand on board.
• Communicating and completing reporting on an iPad and phone apps.
• Keeping the boat and equipment clean, safe and ready to go for the next day.
• Helping out wherever needed to keep the operation running smoothly.

Skills

Coxswain ticket

Boating safety

Navigation knowledge

Job description

Love being on the water? Want a job that\'s a little different?

What you\'ll be doing

• Skippering our vessel out of Lake Macquarie and along the coastline
• Supervising and working with the Deckhand on board
• Communicating and completing reporting on an iPad and phone apps
• Keeping the boat and equipment clean, safe and ready to go for the next day
• Helping out wherever needed to keep the operation running smoothly

About you

• Is an experienced and confident Skipper
• Loves being out on the water
• Takes safety seriously and considers other waterway users
• Is reliable, punctual and happy to do early starts
• Works well in a small team
• Is physically fit and happy getting your hands dirty
• Can confidently use an iPad and basic technology
• Is calm, practical and able to think on your feet
• Takes pride in looking after the boat and equipment
• Is easy to deal with

What you\'ll need

• Coxswain ticket (minimum)
• Good knowledge of boating safety and navigation
• Availability for at least Friday, Saturday and Saturday (possibility for more days if requested)
• Availability between the hours of sunrise and sunset (the length of each shift depends on weather and sea conditions)