Offshore Maintenance Deckhand- Coxswain NC1

Minimum qualification of Coxswains NC1 required

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 commuting 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 pontoon on The Great Barrier Reef.

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

Daily preparation and ongoing maintenance of the offshore pontoon, maintenance vessel, small craft and offshore equipment

Operation of small craft and semi-submersible coral viewers

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 crew members 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

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.

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