Job Description
**Calling all relief captains in Aus/NZ region**
We are looking for an experienced Relief Captain to join a solid 32m expedition motor yacht for approximately 10 days while the permanent Captain takes some well-earned leave.
The yacht will be operating up river in Old Mapoon, completing the final week of a barra fishing program before returning directly to Cairns, departing the river on 1 October.
The ideal candidate will be a hands-on, experienced Captain who genuinely loves fishing, enjoys an expedition-style operation and is confident managing a small, established crew.
The yacht:
Australian owner
Approximately 6 full-time crew
Established operation with a Captain who has been onboard for 5+ years
Strong fishing / expedition program
The role:
Relief Captain: 23 September - 3 October
Based in Far North Queensland / Old Mapoon
Complete the final week of the fishing program
Safely command the vessel and manage day-to-day operations




Maintain crew standards and discipline
Return the vessel to Cairns following the guest trip
Requirements:
Master 4 / MCA Master 500GT or equivalent
Proven experience as Captain on similar-size vessels
Solid command and crew-management skills
Must currently be located in Australia, New Zealand or the Indo-Pacific region
Valid and currentqualifications/certificates
Fishing experience is a major advantage
Expedition / remote-area experience highly regarded
Start: 23 September ****
Finish: 3 October ****
Location: Far North Queensland / Old Mapoon / Cairns
A great short-term opportunity for an experienced Captain who enjoys fishing, expedition cruising and getting stuck into the operation.
yacht at golden sunset on open sea view, luxury tourism
Classification: Captain
Location: Australia/NZ
Type: Daywork/Relief

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