Job Description

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Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia's leading experiential tourism business.

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About Us

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Cruise Whitsundays, based in Airlie Beach is the largest marine-based tour and transport provider in the Whitsundays. Providing close encounters with the Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach, and the islands of the Whitsundays, Cruise Whitsundays operates 10, well-equipped, air-conditioned vessels, plus a world-class sailing catamaran, offering a range of tours, as well as an inter-island resort connection service, with regular daily departures at two islands, one airport and two mainland ports.

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Cruise Whitsundays also operates Australia's first underwater accommodation, Reefsuites, and a Reefsleep glamping experience at the Reefworld pontoon, moored offshore at Hardy Reef on the Great Barrier Reef.

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From our cruises and sailing adventures to our world-renowned underwater accommodation, there's no better way to experience the Whitsundays, and you won't find a friendlier or more experienced crew to work with. When the ocean is your office, every day is positive one!

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About Journey Beyond

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Australia's leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 20 brands spanning the country and New Zealand, connecting guests to the land, and to each other.

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Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond formed in 2016 and now comprises tourism brands including: iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Sailaway Port Douglas,



Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89; the historic Vintage Rail Journeys; The Telegraph Station in Alice Springs; Monarto Safari Resort; Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo, New Zealand coach tour specialist Grand Pacific Tours, and Voyages Tourism Australia.

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About the role

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We are currently seeking experienced candidates to join our team as Deckhands on a casual and full-time basis. This is your chance to create memorable guest experiences through exceptional guest service delivery and vessel operations.

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Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

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- Preparation of the vessels for transportation
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- Safe securing and departure of vessels
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- Safety and comfort of all guests
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- Conducting rescue and lookout duties
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- Assist with food service and daily cleaning duties
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- In-water rescue and lookout duties for guests
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- Ensuring high-quality service delivery
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About you

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The ideal candidate will be motivated and possess a passion for sharing special places and creating lasting memories. You will be a team player with a demonstrated positive 'can-do' attitude, comfortable working on water with extensive deckhand experience, and committed to delivering high-quality,



professional guest service while proudly representing Cruise Whitsundays.

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To be successful in this role, you should have the following attributes:

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- Reliability and self-motivation with a proactive approach, allowing you to adapt to various situations and ensure a positive guest experience.
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- A minimum of 1 year of experience in Marine Operations, with demonstrated deck skills and a strong understanding of marine and tourism environments.
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- Intermediate to advanced swimming skills, along with the ability to work effectively within a team while maintaining high levels of marine safety and compliance, ensuring all training and certificates are up to date
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- Elements of Shipboard Safety or GPH
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- Blue Card/ Working with Children's Check
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- HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid
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- HLTAID015 - CPR & Advanced Oxygen Therapy;
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- Queensland Responsible Service of Alcohol
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Benefits n
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- Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences
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- An attractive salary and positive work environment
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- Study Assistance Policy
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- A career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondments
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- Employee Referral Policy
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- Parental Leave program
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- Purchased Leave policy
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- Private Health discounts
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- Employee Assistance Program
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- Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise
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- Discounts at the Cruise Café & Bar
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- Discounts at the bar on board vessels
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- Free public transport
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- Salary sacrifice remote area benefits
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Applications will be reviewed and progressed as they are received, so don't wait, apply now!

📌 Deckhand Cruise Whitsundays (Cannonvale)
🏢 Journey Beyond
📍 Cannonvale