Deck Hand/ Engineer (Coxswain) — Mannum, Mid Murray
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Exciting new role Progress to Engineer (MED2) Join the awesome Murray Princess family. 2 weeks on/ 2 weeks off (just short of full time) About Us The PS Murray Princess is the largest inland paddle wheeler in the Southern Hemisphere. Accommodating a maximum of 120 guests and operating 3, 4 and 7 night cruises on the Murray River from Mannum, 87 kilometres from Adelaide, this stunning vessel attracts guests from all over Australia and the world. This role is brand new . We are providing an opportunity for an individual interested in progressing from a Deck Hand to a qualified Engineer on the Murray Princess. This role will support and assist the Engineer. We will provide you the training, development, and financial support to cover costs of completing the Marine Engine Driver 2 (MED2) qualification and a Coxswain Certificate if required. The successful applicant will need to commit to obtaining and completing their MED2 qualification within 6 months of appointment to continue in this role. A Coxswain Certificate will also be essential for this role. About You Proven strong guest/customer service skills Vessel or general maintenance experience Excellent verbal and written communication skills Flexibility and reliability Interpersonal and relationship-building abilities These key requirements will be complemented by experience and skills in the following areas: Coxswains Grade 1 NC - or equivalent - Beneficial Elements of Shipboard Safety - Essential Drivers license - Essential Experience in working in a fast-paced team - Essential Current First Aid - Essential Confined spaces qualification - Desirable Working at heights qualification - Desirable Expanding on the Deck Hand role The Deck Hand (Coxswain) is an integral part of the safe operations of the Murray princess. The primary function of this role is maintaining high-quality guest service, maintenance of vessel presentation, ropes, paintwork, and stores, and assisting with passenger and deck loading operations. The Deck Hand (Coxswain) is a dynamic, hands-on role. Responsibilities include the provision of guest services and duties relevant to the vessel's operations. This includes but is not limited to, moorings and departures, going through locks or docking, and performing general cleaning and maintenance duties throughout the vessel including decks, breezeways, toilets, lounges, onshore facilities, and storage and engine spaces. All meals and accommodation on board the Murray Princess when rostered on duty are included plus transport to and from Adelaide CBD. This position requires energy, commitment, initiative, teamwork, multi-skilling, time management, and a passion for exceptional customer service. If this sounds like your dream job, we encourage you to apply Applications close by 5pm on Friday 9 February 2024 Murray Princess is part of SeaLink Marine & Tourism. SeaLink Marine and Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia’s largest integrated land and marine, tourism and public transport service provider with established international operations in London and Singapore. With around 10,000 employees, the Kelsian Group is one of Australia’s most experienced and diverse multi-modal transport businesses operating around 5000 buses, 120 ferries and 24 light rail vehicles, carrying over 207 million customers per year.

Applications close Sunday, 25 February 2024
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