About the role

You'll be skippering Imagine, one of Port Stephens' most iconic vessels. Imagine is a 52 foot sailing catamaran. No two days are quite the same. Depending on the season, you could be skippering Dolphin Swim Australia's unique wild dolphin swim experience, running dolphin watching and scenic cruises, sailing private and corporate charters, hosting party and celebration charters, operating offshore whale watching cruises through winter, or exploring new experiences including island tours, sailing adventures and special events. This is not a seasonal role. With operations spanning dolphin swims, charters, whale watching and recent experiences throughout the year, there is substantial ongoing work available.

Key responsibilities
Skipper Dolphin Swim Australia's unique wild dolphin swim experience
Run dolphin watching and scenic cruises
Sail private and corporate charters
Host party and celebration charters
Operate offshore whale watching cruises through winter
Lead crew and take complete responsibility for the vessel
Deliver educational commentary and share knowledge of the marine environment to guests
Help with vessel and engine maintenance





About you
Master <24m Near Coastal
MED 3
Extensive commercial vessel experience
High level of sailing ability preferred
Solid practical marine engineering and vessel maintenance knowledge
Excellent seamanship and decision-making
Confidence operating both inshore and offshore
Ability to lead a crew and take complete responsibility for the vessel
Tourism experience is highly desirable
Confident speaking to groups, delivering educational commentary and sharing knowledge of the marine workplace

About us

Imagine is an established and much-loved sailing catamaran with decades of history in Port Stephens. The business is entering a new chapter alongside Dolphin Swim Australia, with a young, energetic team, a growing range of experiences and some very big plans for the future. With Dolphin Swim Australia, whale watching, sailing, private charters and new experiences continuing to grow, there is an opportunity for the right person to become a key part of where we take the business next.

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