Independent Diving Contractor | 2–3 Days per Week

REDCLIFFE PENINSULA AND BRISBANE BAYSIDE

Are you a capable diver who genuinely enjoys helping customers and takes pride in getting the job done properly?

Dirty Boat Bottoms is looking for one or two exceptional divers to join our team on an independent contractor basis for approximately two to three days per week.

The work will primarily be across the Redcliffe Peninsula and Brisbane Bayside, including Manly and Raby Bay.

Diving experience matters, but attitude matters just as much. We are looking for friendly, dependable people who communicate well, solve problems and approach each job with a genuine can-do attitude.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will carry out underwater hull cleaning and marine maintenance on recreational and commercial vessels. Your work will include:

- Cleaning vessel hulls, waterlines and running gear
- Cleaning propellers, shafts, rudders and underwater intakes
- Inspecting vessels and identifying potential maintenance issues
- Photographing underwater components
- Completing accurate Vessel Condition Reports
- Replacing owner-supplied anodes when required
- Communicating professionally with customers, marina staff and other team members
- Treating every customer’s vessel with care and respect

This is hands-on, physical work in a marine environment. You may work independently or alongside another diver, depending on the job and location. THE PERSON WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Our ideal diver

- Provides exceptional customer service
- Has a positive, practical and can-do attitude
- Is reliable, punctual and well organised
- Communicates clearly and professionally
- Takes pride in producing high-quality work
- Notices problems and looks for sensible solutions




- Is comfortable speaking with boat owners and marina staff
- Can follow procedures and complete accurate job reports
- Works safely without needing constant supervision
- Is physically fit and confident working in varying marine conditions
- Supports their teammates and contributes to a positive working environment

This role will suit someone who understands that being a outstanding diver is only part of the job. You will also be representing Dirty Boat Bottoms and helping customers protect one of their most valuable assets.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must have

- A recognised recreational or commercial diving qualification
- Recent and regular diving experience
- Experience using SCUBA and/or surface-supplied breathing apparatus
- Their own basic dive gear, including wetsuit, mask, fins and boots
- A current manual Australian driver’s licence
- Reliable transport
- Australian working rights
- Strong spoken and written English
- Availability for approximately two to three weekdays per week
- The ability to work as an independent contractor and hold or obtain an ABN

HIGHLY REGARDED The following would be advantageous:
- Previous underwater hull cleaning experience
- Commercial diving experience
- Marine maintenance or boating experience
- A current boat licence
- Familiarity with propellers, anodes and vessel running gear




- Experience preparing inspection reports and taking underwater photographs

WHY WORK WITH DIRTY BOAT BOTTOMS?
- Consistent contract work for the right people
- Approximately two to three weekdays per week
- Flexible scheduling
- Variety across vessels, marinas and waterways
- Practical training in our systems and cleaning procedures
- Support from an experienced and approachable team
- Opportunity for additional work as the business grows
- Work with an established marine business that has served South East Queensland’s boating community for more than 25 years

ABOUT DIRTY BOAT BOTTOMS Dirty Boat Bottoms is one of South East Queensland’s leading underwater hull cleaning and marine maintenance businesses.

Our reputation has been built on reliable service, quality workmanship, explicit communication and detailed reporting. Our customers trust us to look after their vessels, identify potential problems and keep them properly informed.

We work hard, help each other and take pride in doing the job properly.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply through SEEK with:

- Your current resume
- A short cover letter explaining why you would suit this role
- Details of your diving qualifications and recent diving experience
- Your usual weekday availability
- Your suburb of residence
- Confirmation that you hold a current manual driver’s licence and reliable transport
- An example of how you have delivered exceptional customer service or solved a difficult problem at work

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an initial phone interview, followed by a practical assessment. If you are reliable, customer-focused and bring the right attitude to every job, we would like to hear from you.

📌 SCUBA DIVER – UNDERWATER HULL CLEANING (Brisbane)
🏢 Dirty Boat Bottoms
📍 Brisbane