Expedition General Purpose Hands | Australia, Indo & South Pacific

An Australian Fleet of Expedition Small Vessel Cruise Ships are actively recruiting Deck positions.

Position Overview:

Positions: General Purpose Hand (GPH) holding AMSA Navigational Watch Rating or Master <45 or Able Seafarer (Deck)

Start Date: Immediate Start Available

Contract Type: Full-time rotational roster - up to 6 weeks onboard for domestic voyages and up to 8 weeks onboard for international voyages. Slight flexibility of dates may be required.

Salary & Conditions:

Salary: To be discussed upon interview + Superannuation

Conditions: Crew Cabins, all meals and travel included.

Itinerary:

Operating expedition cruises throughout Australia and internationally.

International cruising can include: Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, New Zealand and the South Pacific region.

Voyages operate to remote destinations onboard small expedition vessels.

Required certifications and documentation:

AMSA Certificate of Safety Training (CoST)

One of the following AMSA Certificates of Competency:

• Navigational Watch Rating

• Master <35

• Able Seafarer (Deck)

First Aid & CPR

AMSA International Medical

Valid Passport

Desirable certifications:

• Crowd Management & Crisis Management

• Proficiency in Survival Craft

• Passenger ship experience

*While candidates with the above certifications are preferred, if you are selected you may receive assistance in obtaining the certificates required.

Candidate Profile & Requirements:

Strong hospitality and guest service background

Passenger vessel or marine industry experience highly regarded

Professional presentation

Ability to work in remote environments

Team oriented, flexible, and adaptable

Positive attitude with strong work ethic

Experience working within high-standard service environments beneficial

Role Responsibilities:

Tender Master duties

General Deck Duties

Vessel Maintenance

Ships Lookout

Watch Keeping Duties

Passenger Assistance & Interaction

Support safe vessel operations and compliance procedures

Work collaboratively with onboard crew and departments

Operational Details:

Crew are flown on a fly-in, fly-out basis from major Australian cities.

Flights, travel reimbursement, meals, and accommodation prior to joining are provided.

Working hours vary depending on the role and operational requirements.

Vessels are Australian-flagged (foreign-going), therefore all certifications must be AMSA compliant.

Additional Requirements:

Must have full working rights for Australia, or hold a valid Working Holiday Visa (without restrictions) and be willing to commit to long-term rotational employment.