MASTER <24, MED3, SKIPPER/CAPTAIN - Marine Hospitality Vessel – M.V. CATALINA NOOSA

We are searching for an experienced, confident, and motivated Captain (min. Master 5/MED3) to join our developing marine team.

The Vessel.
M.V. Catalina is a 20m marine hospitality vessel that operates exclusively on the sheltered waters of the Noosa River.
Fully licensed and surveyed to host 160 guests for weddings, corporate events, and our weekly public events and parties; Catalina is a unique, high-volume, high-energy environment.
All Catalina crew must be reliable, have excellent attention to detail, be customer service-focused, and be willing to work as part of an established team.

The Role.

This is a casual role initially with 30+ hours on average and the possibility of future full-time work for the correct person. The position is offered as a Captain role with the intention that the correct candidate will also be maintenance orientated. Catalina Noosa is looking for a captain that will take ownership of the vessel, working closely with the operations manager while also being able to free them up to concentrate on more major projects. Maintenance shifts would be included in weekly hours to ensure this outcome.
The Captain will be responsible for the efficient operation of the vessel whilst maintaining excellence in safety, reliability, and customer service at all times.
This position requires working as the leader of a team, a high standard of interpersonal and organizational skills, and effective written & verbal communication skills as well as proven safe ship handling and management skills.
The primary function of this role is the safe and efficient operation and navigation of the Company vessel. Thorough knowledge of all aspects of the vessel is essential to this role.

Basic Duties:

Ensure the vessel maintains compliance with all relevant laws and company policies while operating.

Responsible for the implementation of the Safety Management System onboard in alignment with Company policies.

Responsible for the reporting and recording of defects/breakdowns and other observations with implications for safe operation.

Assigning tasks to Deckhands for the company SMS and companies Policies and Procedures.

Ensuring compliance with the company SMS and ensuring this document is kept up to date.

Reporting non-conformities, accidents involving personnel or plant, and hazardous situations to the Operations Manager.

The Candidate:
The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to develop their skills in a rapidly growing marine operation. The Captain should be enthusiastic about mentoring and training the deckhands and other company personnel. The candidate is required to possess the following qualifications:

Master 5 or higher

MED 3 or higher

Advanced First Aid and CPR

Marine Radio Operator

The correct candidate will also demonstrate:

Drug and alcohol policy compliance.

Commitment to a long-term engagement.

Previous experience driving vessels of similar size/nature.

Strong interpersonal skills allowing fluid and professional interaction with guests and VIPs and can effectively communicate well with a crew across all departments.

The ability to make good decisions at critical times, maintain an effective crew culture, and understand when to observe, and when to lead.

The ability to communicate and work cohesively with department heads.

History of leading with positivity and enthusiasm.

An organized and consistent work ethic. Balanced, calm, and professional when busy and under stress.

History of completing basic engineering duties and sound mechanical and vessel systems knowledge is a must.

Basic computer skills and an understanding of cloud-based PMS systems are required.

General handyman and vessel maintenance skills.

Hospitality and or tourism experience will also be highly regarded.
All candidates should submit a CV demonstrating any experience relevant to the role including qualifications held.

Please only apply if you meet the listed criteria. We will contact all short-listed candidates for an interview.