Assistant Coxswain

THE SWIRE CHARITABLE TRUST; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Limited in Hong Kong invites applications for the position of Assistant Coxswain. The role supports the Coxswain in delivering safe, smooth on-water guest experiences and involves managing the vessel, speedboat and water-sport activities.

The successful candidate will have Form 3 or above, relevant vessel certification, 1–3 years ofTwin Screw motor vessel experience, and fluency in English and Chinese (Putonghua desirable).

Qualifications

• Form 3 education or above.
• Pleasure Vessel Operator Certificate of Competence (Grade II) or equivalent.
• 1–3 years relevant experience handling twin screw motor vessel and speedboats for watersports.
• Good knowledge of vessel maintenance and familiarity with Hong Kong waters and related regulations.
• Knowledge in vessel control systems, radar and/or marine radio is a plus.
• Working level of spoken and written English and Chinese; Putonghua desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist Coxswain to navigate and steer vessels in a safe and efficient manner.
• Provide quality cruising and catering services to guests and work flexible hours as required, including public holidays and nighttime.
• Monitor maintenance activities and report damage, defects or safety concerns promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the vessel and speedboat.
• Manage inventory of food & beverage and provisions.
• Perform ad hoc duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

English

Chinese

Education

Form 3 or above

Job description

Assistant Coxswain

HKSAR, HK

John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Limited

The Swire Group is a highly-diversified global corporation, with businesses encompassing property, beverages and food chain, aviation, marine, as well as trading and industrial activities. Its core businesses are mainly focused in Asia, with its key operations in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland. Within Asia, Swire's activities come under the Group's publicly quoted arm, Swire Pacific Limited, which is the largest shareholder in two Hong Kong listed companies: Swire Properties and Cathay Pacific Airways.

John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Limited is the holding company of the publicly-listed conglomerate, Swire Pacific Limited. Our People Department is now inviting candidates to apply for the following position:

Assistant Coxswain

The Assistant Coxswain supports the Coxswain to deliver safe, smooth, and enjoyable on-water guest experiences by assisting management and operation of the pleasure vessel, speedboat and water sports activities.

Responsibilities:

• Assist Coxswain to navigate and steer vessels and speedboats in a safe and efficient manner
• Provide quality cruising and catering services to guests and work flexible hours as required, including public holidays and nighttime
• Monitor maintenance activities and report damage, defects or safety concerns promptly
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the vessel and speedboat
• Manage inventory of food & beverage and provisions
• Perform ad hoc duties as assigned by supervisor

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• Form 3 education or above
• Pleasure Vessel Operator Certificate of Competence (Grade II) or equivalent
• 1 – 3 years relevant experience of handling twin screw motor vessel and driving speedboats for watersports
• Good knowledge of vessel maintenance and familiarity with Hong Kong waters and related regulations
• Knowledge in vessel control systems, use of rador and/or marine radio is a plus
• Mature and self-motivated with a pleasant personality
• Working level of spoken and written English and Chinese. Putonghua is desirable

Application deadline: 16 October 2026