Description
Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia's leading experiential tourism business.
About Us
Cruise Whitsundays, based in Airlie Beach is the largest marine-based tour and transport provider in the Whitsundays.
Providing close encounters with the Excellent 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.
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.
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 good one!
About Journey Beyond
Journey Beyond is Australia's leading experiential tourism group, operating 35 brands across Australia and New Zealand that connect guests to the land and to each other.
The group was formed in **** and now includes:
Rail & Touring: Iconic trains: The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland and Vintage Rail Journeys, the Murray Princess, Adelaide Sightseeing, premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit and New Zealand coach tour specialist Grand Pacific Tours.
Resorts & Lodges: Ayers Rock Resort, Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, Kingfisher Bay Resort and K'gari Beach Resort,



Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef and Monarto Safari Resort.
Experiences & Attractions: Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Sailaway Port Douglas, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises, Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney, Melbourne Skydeck, Eureka 89, Alice Springs Telegraph Station, Exmouth Dive and Whalesharks Ningaloo, Mosman Gorge Cultural Centre, Captain Cook Cruises Sydney & Perth, Starship Sydney, The Jackson, Bells Functions, Swan Valley Tours, Red Cat Adventures, Whitsunday Jetski Tours, K'gari Explorer Tours, and Island Connections: Bruny Island, the Whitsundays, K'gari, Darwin -Mandorah, Tiwi Islands and Groote Eylandt.
About the role
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.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Preparation of the vessels for transportation
Safe securing and departure of vessels
Safety and comfort of all guests
Conducting rescue and lookout duties
Assist with food service and daily cleaning duties
In-water rescue and lookout duties for guests
Ensuring high-quality service delivery
About you
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.
To be successful in this role, you should have the following attributes:
Reliability and self-motivation with a proactive approach, allowing you to adapt to various situations and ensure a positive guest experience.
A minimum of 1 year of experience in Marine Operations, with demonstrated deck skills and a strong understanding of marine and tourism environments.
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
Requirements
Elements of Shipboard Safety or GPH
Blue Card/ Working with Children's Check
HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid
HLTAID015 - CPR & Advanced Oxygen Therapy;
Queensland Responsible Service of Alcohol
Benefits
Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences
An attractive salary and positive work environment
Study Assistance Policy
A career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondments
Employee Referral Policy
Parental Leave program
Purchased Leave policy
Private Health discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise
Discounts at the Cruise Café & Bar
Discounts at the bar on board vessels
Free public transport
Salary sacrifice remote area benefits
Applications will be reviewed and progressed as they are received, so don't wait, apply now!

📌 Deckhand | Cruise Whitsundays (Queensland)
🏢 Journey Beyond
📍 Queensland