Offshore Maintenance Deckhand- Coxswain NC1

• Quicksilver Connections
• Located offshore out of Port Douglas
• Starting salary $29.67-$32.69 plus superannuation

About the role

Applications are being sought for an Offshore Maintenance Deckhand position on our pontoon maintenance vessel out of Port Douglas. This is a rotating roster of 4 days on 2 days off. The role requires three nights away living on our offshore vessel on The Great Barrier Reef.

Reporting to the Marine Operations Manager your key responsibilities will include:

• Daily preparation and ongoing maintenance of the offshore maintenance vessel, pontoon, small craft and offshore equipment
• Operation of small craft and semi-submersible coral viewers
• Delivery of reef interpretive commentary
• Providing a high level of customer service to our guests
• Ensuring customer and staff safety is maintained at all times
• Safely handling ropes, lines and fenders
• Assisting other crewmembers as required

About you

• Applicants require a minimum qualification of Coxswains NC1
• Master 5 (desirable)
• Provide First Aid certification
• Competency in rope handling and docking of vessels
• Ability to effectively communicate and work well in a small team environment
• A dive qualification would be an advantage

Benefits

• Stability in a long-established business proud of their inclusive culture and working environment
• Discounted boat tours and cruises for your family and friends
• Discounted diving tours in Cairns and Port Douglas
• Corporate discounts on private health
• Access to the Quicksilver Group Scholarship program for your children going to University
• A wide range of special discounts with our industry partners and goods suppliers
• Meet people from all over the world coming to the Reef for their once in a lifetime to visit one of the greatest World Heritage sites.

About Quicksilver Group

We are proudly Australia’s leading Great Barrier Reef tourism company with operations based in Cairns, Port Douglas and Green Island. Our multi-award winning company comprises:

• Quicksilver’s Outer Reef and Low Isles Cruises
• Great Adventures’ Reef and Green Island Cruises
• Silver Series Dive and Snorkel Adventures (Silverswift and Silversonic)
• Poseidon Dive and Snorkel Adventures
• Pro Dive Cairns
• Ocean Spirit
• The eco-sensitive Green Island Resort

Living and working in our unique natural environment brings many rewards and company benefits - the Great Barrier Reef is quite literally our office! We offer flexible working conditions and have career opportunities across a wide range of areas from customer service through to engineering and corporate support. To join our dynamic and professional teams, we seek people with the right attitude and skills who are able to demonstrate values of respect, delivery of amazing customer service while promoting a safe working environment and pride in your work. We look forward to receiving your application.

How to apply

To apply for this position, please visit the link below.

https://qsg.re/agdw

To learn more about the Quicksilver Group visit our website https://www.quicksilvergroup.com.au/