Job Title - Captain / Operations Manager
Company - Savannah Expeditions & East Coast Angling
Location - Great Barrier Reef & Coral Sea, Australia

About Us - Savannah Expeditions offers unforgettable luxury charters on the iconic Great Barrier Reef, where families and couples can enjoy tailored getaways that combine comfort, adventure, and relaxation. Our yacht, Savannah, serves as a private getaway, equipped for an adventurous experience on the reef. Guests can snorkel among vibrant marine life, scuba dive in pristine waters, and enjoy activities like kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding, immersing themselves in the natural wonders around them. Our sister company, East Coast Angling, is Australia’s only eco-certified sportfishing operation, specializing in bespoke topwater fishing and saltwater flyfishing expeditions to some of the most remote and untouched regions of the Far Northern Great Barrier Reef, Torres Strait, and Coral Sea.

We’re looking for a skilled, passionate, and mechanically minded individual to join our dynamic team. In this unique role, you’ll split your time between Savannah Expeditions and East Coast Angling, ensuring seamless operations, safe and memorable guest experiences, and effective team leadership.

Key Responsibilities :

• Guest Experience - Ensure every guest has a premium and personalized experience, adapting to individual needs and preferences, and providing guidance on activities, including snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, paddle boarding, and sportfishing.
• Team Leadership - Supervise and support a team of charter professionals, ensuring all crew members work collaboratively to deliver seamless operations and exceptional service.
• Vessel and Equipment Maintenance - Perform routine checks and troubleshooting on all mechanical and operational systems on Savannah and our other vessels, ensuring all equipment, including dive and fishing gear, kayaks, and paddleboards, is maintained to the highest standard.
• Safety Compliance - Oversee all safety protocols, including guest briefings, crew training, emergency drills, and adherence to Australian maritime safety regulations.
• Eco-Tourism Leadership - Advocate for and uphold eco-friendly practices in line with East Coast Angling’s eco-certification, ensuring minimal environmental impact and educating guests on sustainable practices.

Requirements :

• Minimum 5 years experience in a similar role with similar size vessels.
• Must have legal work rights in Australia.
• Qualifications in Master V (minimum) & MED2, Current Senior First Aid/CPR Cert, Oxygen Resuscitation Cert.
• Flexibility to work in remote locations and adapt to dynamic, changing conditions
• Proven experience in luxury charter operations, tourism, or hospitality, with a strong background in mechanical maintenance.
• The ability to travel and stay out at sea for extended periods of time is required.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with a focus on teamwork, safety, and guest satisfaction.
• Passion for marine environments and a commitment to sustainable tourism.
• Relevant certifications in vessel operations and/or diving (preferred).

Benefits:

Competitive salary packages.
Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
Inclusive and supportive company culture
Customer Service Excellence

How to Apply:

If you are excited about offering high-level customer service, we want to hear from you! Submit your application to [email protected] and showcase why you are the perfect fit for our dynamic team.