Shore Based Engineer - Shipwright | Cruise Whitsundays

About Cruise Whitsundays

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, Reefsuites, 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 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. Headquarters 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; the historic Telegraph Station, barefoot luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventure, 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 a full time Shipwright to join our Shore Based Maintenance Team. Reporting to the Engineering manager, the Shore Based Engineer Shipwright assists in the maintenance of vessels, pontoon, vehicles and tenders. The Shipwright could work on but not limited to: Installs of various kinds such as, masts, frames, decking, fittings, machines, shafts and safety equipment. The shipwright may build and install structures such as cabins, seats, fridges, machine mountings, propeller support and rudders.

This role will also require you to determine repair requirements and procedures for a range of vessel fitted items and may make moulds and fabricate and repair vessels using materials such as aluminium, wood, glass, reinforced plastics, carbon fibre, Kevlar, fibreglass and concrete.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Proactive in the planning of vessel internal looks
• Accurately maintain logs and work orders through to job completion and sign off
• Adherence with SOPS, Marine Memos, operation procedures and WHS requirements
• Ensure all qualifications are kept up to date and provided to HR
• Remain adaptable and acceptable to change while working autonomously
• In addition to the scheduled maintenance program, responsible for fault finding and additional repairs
• Record all maintenance defects and defect ramifications
• Ensure sufficient stock of all items necessary to make your job run smoothly
• Ensure your manager is advised when maintenance shed stock is low to assist in it being fully stocked
• Completion of ad hoc maintenance tasks and repairs where there are appearance issues arising, under the guidance of the Maintenance Manager.
  
  

About you

The successful candidate will have Proven ability in boat building, shipwright or a marine finisher. You will have experience with high-speed vessel and the requirements for presentation. You will also have high level of marine knowledge as well as installations and experience in conduction risk assessments and introducing practical safety measures. Be a team player and have a positive and adaptable “can do” attitude.

To be successful in this role you will be someone who:

• Maintains a high levels of marine safety and compliance – Ensure all training and certificates are up to date
• Maintains a thorough and complete onboard job completion log after completion on any job
• Takes proactive remedial action to maintain looks and appearances of the vessels internal and external spaces
• Is clean and tidy in all aspects
• Interactive use of HELM (Asset Management System) and timely upkeep of maintenance requests
• Have an eye for detail and take pride in their work
• Be proactive in finding and remedying any onboard issues with vessels
• Safety first and be risk adverse
• A cross-culture awareness and sensitivity to the needs of others
• A strong work ethic where any job that needs doing will get done well

Requirements

• Trade qualifications as a Shipwright, or can prove extensive time in vessel repairs and shipwright type works
• Open manual Drivers Licence
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid & Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• Working at heights
• Forklift Licence (desirable)
• Working in confined spaces (desirable)

Benefits

• General 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
• Up to 50% off at the Cruise Café & Bar
• Up to 50% off the bar on board vessels
• Free public transport
• Salary sacrifice remote area benefits

Please submit your application by no later than 30 August 2024

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

Last updated on Aug 16, 2024