Job Description

Join a multi-award-winning marine tourism team in one of the most amazing locations in the world!

POSITION AVAILABLE

The qualified Deckhand Expedition Guide plays an integral role on all our charters, responsible for maintaining company assets, guest liaison, providing sound knowledge & excellent guiding capabilities on all excursions, as well as providing assistance & support to the vessel master & crew.

GUIDING

Being part of our team you will need to share the same passion and enthusiasm to explore the Kimberley and to learn more about this remote region as much as what we do. Extensive knowledge and excellent guiding capabilities are required; as well as the drive to want to learn more and enhance the guests experience.

Training manuals are available for help with Kimberley history, geology, rock art, flora, fauna & others. We also have an onboard reference library to assist you with gaining knowledge. 

Description of our Deckhand Guiding requirements:

• Carry out any task as directed by Vessel Master
• Maintain the vessel and company equipment to the highest standards
• All vessel and engineering maintenance to be carried out as per vessel compliance
• Operate and maintain company tenders in a safe manner
• Watchkeeping duties as directed
• Maintain guest and crew relations
• Guest liaison; providing interpretation and guidance of the Kimberley’s natural assets on all excursions
• Show leadership, interest and passion in all guiding activities
• Ensure comfort and safety of all guests and crew at all times
• Assistance with guests physical needs
• Teach guests how to fish

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Current open Coxswains Grade 1 certification
• Senior First Aid certificate
• Minimum 2 years experience in a customer service/hospitality position
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Organisation and time management
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Police clearance

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Previous experience in the Kimberley tourism industry would be advantageous but not essential
• MED2
• Knowledge of the Kimberley region

LOCATION: Broome

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

This is a seasonal full-time position rostered 4 weeks on, 2 weeks off. This may vary from time to time depending on the vessel itinerary.

START DATE: 1st February 2021

HOW TO APPLY:

Please forward your written application via email to Clare Marquis or contact our office for further details on the position on 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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