Vessel Master: Reef Patrol & Island Deployments

Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation QLD; Nelly Bay; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowances

Professional development and training

Job summary

Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation QLD is seeking an experienced Vessel Master to command departmental vessels up to 24 metres. Based in Townsville, the role involves safe, compliant operations and leadership of crews across reef, coastal and island environments.

You will coordinate maintenance, support patrol planning and emergency response while undertaking extended deployments around the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

Qualifications

• To be considered for this role you must hold AMSA Master <24m NC (Master Class V) and MED 2 Certificates of Competency.
• A current manual Driver Licence is required.
• Experience operating vessels 17–24 metres and leading crews in remote or offshore environments is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe and compliant vessel operations across reef, coastal and island environments.
• Demonstrate strong vessel command, navigation and engineering capability.
• Mentor crew and promote a positive safety culture.
• Coordinate vessel maintenance, inspections and compliance requirements.
• Support patrol planning, logistics and operational readiness.
• Assist with emergency response and environmental incidents.
• Be comfortable undertaking extended deployments throughout the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

Skills

Safety leadership

Seamanship

Vessel command

Navigation

Team mentorship

Emergency response

Remote environment adaptability

Education

AMSA Master <24m NC Certificate of Competency

Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 NC Certificate of Competency

Current Manual Driver Licence

Job description

Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation QLD is seeking an experienced Vessel Master to command departmental vessels up to 24 metres. Based in Townsville, the role involves safe, compliant operations and leadership of crews across reef, coastal and island environments.

You will coordinate maintenance, support patrol planning and emergency response while undertaking extended deployments around the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.