Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia's leading experiential tourism business.
About Us
Cruise Whitsundays, based in Airlie Beach, is the largest marine-based tour and transport provider in the Whitsundays. Providing close encounters with the Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach, and the islands of the Whitsundays, Cruise Whitsundays operates 10 modern, well-equipped, air-conditioned vessels, plus a world-class sailing catamaran, offering a range of tours, as well as an inter-island resort connection service, with regular daily departures at three islands, one airport, and two mainland ports.
Cruise Whitsundays also operates Australia's first underwater accommodation, Reefsuites, and a Reefsleep glamping experience at the Reefworld pontoon, moored offshore at Hardy Reef on the Great Barrier Reef.
From our cruises to our sailing adventures to our world-renowned underwater accommodation, there's no better way to experience the Whitsundays, and you won't find a friendlier or more experienced crew to work with. When the ocean is your office, every day is a good one.
About Journey Beyond
Australia's leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 14 brands spanning the country, connecting guests to the land, and to each other. Headquarters in Adelaide, Journey Beyond's impressive tourism brands include iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern and The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; the historic Telegraph Station, barefoot luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventure, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; and our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89.
Joining the Journey Beyond family, you will play an integral role in supporting our business as we continue to share special places and shape lasting memories for our guests.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Cruise Whitsundays are seeking Marine Vessel Engineer's (MED 1) to join the team on a 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 experienced Marine Engineer preferably within the Marine Tourism industry.
Requirements
AMSA Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 NC
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid & Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
HLTAID015 Advance Oxygen Therapy
Responsible Service of Alcohol (QLD)
National Police Clearance
Working with Children's Check (Blue Card)
Benefits
Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences
An attractive salary and positive work environment
Study Assistance Policy
A career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondments
Employee Referral Policy
Parental Leave program
Purchased Leave policy
Private Health discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise
50% off at the Cruise Café & Bar
50% off the bar on board vessels
Free public transport
Salary sacrifice remote area benefits
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