We are seeking a full time fishing guide for our 2027 season with training hours available in 2026. This is a guest-focused role where your primary purpose is to deliver safe, engaging and memorable fishing experiences. You will be leading either blue water or estuary fishing tours with a diverse range of guests, some first time anglers, some repeat guests and corporate groups.
Key responsibilities
- Welcome guests and conduct casting practice
- Ensure all safety protocols are followed
- Share your fishing knowledge with the clientele
- Ensure guests safety at all times including correct usage of fishing equipment
- Respond to emergencies and administer first aid if required
- Prepare, maintain and store fishing equipment, making sure all gear is clean, safe and operational
- Maintain high level of cleanliness and presentation of vessels
- Assist with lodge operations and general duties during non-fishing periods
About you
- Proven fishing guiding experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A calm, safety focused approach with the ability to act in an emergency situation
- A hands on attitude and willingness to support lodge operations where required
- Demonstrated experience reversing trailers and confidently launching boats
- Works well as part of a team
- Minimum Coxswains grade 1 ticket
- Approved NT operators license or willing to obtain one
- First aid Course
- Manual drivers license
- RSA certificate or willing to obtain one
Benefits
- Market-competitive salary plus superannuation
- Working March till early December, paid all year round
- 10 day on working roster, four days off with the ability to go back to Darwin and flights are covered
- Fully furnished contained room with ensuite and air con and wifi
- All fishing gear supplied
- Free accommodation and meals
About us
Tiwi island Adventures is located on Melville island 60km north of Darwin. We offer guided fishing tours for visitors, exclusively fishing the northern creeks of Melville island. We offer a 5-Star menu to our guests and all of our team are passionate about what we do and take pride in delivering our guests an adventure of a lifetime.