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Form of workBe a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business.
THE BUSINESS
Cruise Whitsundays is an award winning, innovative, and experienced maritime operator, based in Airlie Beach. Our experiences include day and overnight tours throughout the Whitsundays, as well as resort connection services. We are proud to offer Australia’s first underwater accommodation, Reefsuites, on The Great Barrier Reef and exclusive Reefsleep experience at Reefworld moored offshore at Hardy Reef, 40 nautical miles from Airlie Beach.
THE GROUP
Our suite of iconic tourism brands stretches across Australia’s beautiful coastline and deep into the heart of our continent’s rich landscape. We own and operate Journey Beyond Rail Expeditions (The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern and The Overland), Rottnest Express, Cruise Whitsundays, Darwin Harbour Cruises, Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef, Outback Spirit, Melbourne Skydeck, Eureka 89, Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney and Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Cruise Whitsundays are seeking Marine Vessel Engineer's (MED 1) to join the team on either a permanent full time or casual basis.
Offering a unique lifestyle roster based out of Airlie Beach, The Whitsundays. Working 4 days one week and 3 the next where you never work a full weekend!
This is a hands-on position which oversees, through relevant procedures, the safe mechanical operations of vessels ensuring all repairs are conducted safely and efficiently.
What you will be doing?
- Perform daily engine and machinery checks on assigned vessels
- Alongside the Master, management and safe operations of the vessel in accordance with policies and procedures
- Diagnose system problems as and when they occur
- Ensure all maintenance requirements and ramifications are recorded
- Coordinate and maintain effective vessel preventative maintenance programs
- Accurately maintain logs and work orders through to job completion and sign off
- Assist with securing vessels at the various marinas and island jetties
- Be involved in safety drill practices as required by the Master
- Assist with guest experience duties including meeting and greeting of guests
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in this role, you will have the ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team with excellent communication and problem solving skills. You will have demonstrated experience in conducting risk assessments and introducing practical safety measures.
The ideal candidate will be an experience Marine Engineer preferably within the Marine Tourism industry.
Requirements
- AMSA Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 NC
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid & Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- HLTAID015 Apply Oxygen Resuscitation
- Responsible Service of Alcohol (QLD)
- Working with Children's Check (Blue Card)
BENEFITS
This is an amazing opportunity to work within an administrative capacity for a growing tourism business that will reward you well and value your contribution.
- WHV 6 Month Work Limitation Exemption;
- Generous Travel discounts;
- 50% off at the Cruise Café & Bar;
- 50% off Bar onboard Vessels;
- Free Public Transport;
- Study assistance Policy;
- Private Health discounts;
- Employee Assistance program;
- Lifestyle Roster;
- Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise.
HOW TO APPLY
Relocation allowance and accommodation assistance for the first month available for the successful candidate
Are you ready to join us? Accepting applications as and when they come in.
To submit your application for this exciting role please answer the corresponding questions and attach a copy of your resume detailing your suitability for the role.
We are currently only considering applications of those currently residing in Australia with working rights.
