Pontoon Engineer - Cruise Whitsundays

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 Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach, and the islands of the Whitsundays, Cruise Whitsundays operates 10 modern, 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 three islands, one airport and two mainland ports.

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

From our cruises to our 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 a good one.

ABOUT JOURNEY BEYOND

Australia's leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 14 brands spanning the country, connecting guests to the land, and to each other. Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond's impressive tourism brands include iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern and The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxe lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; and our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89.

Joining the Journey Beyond family, you will play an integral role in supporting our business as we continue to share special places and shape lasting memories for our guests.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are currently seeking 2 x Pontoon (Trade) Engineers to join the team on a Permanent Full Time basis.

The responsibility of the Pontoon (Trade) Engineers is to supervise the maintenance and operation of the Reefworld and Heart Pontoons in a safe and efficient manner, while also conforming to the requirements set forth by GRMPA, AMSA, SMA, and Journey Beyond. The Pontoon Engineer must prioritize a strong dedication to safety and quality, guaranteeing the efficient and effective communication of vessel machinery and operations.

Your Typical day would include:

• Adherence to high levels of marine safety and pontoon maintenance compliance, ensuring all training and certificates are up to date;
• Compliance with Safety Management Systems;
• Maintenance and operation of pontoon generators and engines and other maintenance issues on the Pontoons;
• General pontoon operational tasks;
• Ensuring maintenance is undertaken on board and defects are recorded correctly;
• Customer service and product delivery working closely with the hospitality team;
• Interactive use of HELM (Asset Management System) and timely upkeep of maintenance requests.

Minimum Requirements:

• Trade qualification with time served as diesel mechanic preferred;
• HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation;
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid;
• HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy;
• SITHFAB009A - Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol;
• MARS00008 Elements of Shipboard Safety;
• Hold a valid Blue Card (Working with Children's check─ QLD);
• Hold a valid National Police Check.

Benefits:

• 8 day on, 6 days off roster;
• Competitive remuneration;
• Generous Travel discounts;
• Up to 50% off at the Cruise Café & Bar;
• Up to 50% off Bar onboard Vessels;
• Free Public Transport;
• Study assistance Policy;
• Private Health discounts;
• Employee Assistance program;
• Lifestyle Roster;
• Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise.

Applications will be reviewed and progressed as they are received, so don't wait, apply now!