In the position of Chief Officer, you will form part of the competent crew on board our expedition cruise ships. The role is a vital position that works closely with the Master and/or Chief Engineer to ensure the safety of the vessel, the passengers and the crew on board the vessel. The successful applicant will have a high level of customer service, as well as a sound level of seamanship. This position would suit a motivated person who is looking for a stable job in a well-established nationwide marine team.
What You'll Do
- Proven deck experience, preferably on passenger ships
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent personal presentation
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- High level of customer service
- Passionate about the Marine environment
- Proven record in Managing a team
- Previous ships inventory systems knowledge a plus (HELM)
- Sound knowledge of International Safety Management systems (ISM)
- Management in ships inventory and stock take procedures
- Demonstrated safe working practices mindset.
What You'll Bring
The minimum requirements are:
- Master ticket (Master Unlimited/Chief Mate)
- GMDSS
- ECDIS - TRANSAS
- Proficiency in Survival Craft
- AMSA Endorsed Certificate of Safety Training (CoST)
- Crowd control & Crisis Management
- AMSA Medical
- Remote Area First Aid & Advanced CPR
- ASSB or other country equivalent discharge book.
What's in it for you
- Accommodation and meals provided on board
- An opportunity to see spectacular places
- Career paths in Maritime with internationally recognised experience
- Financial assistance with gaining qualifications.
- Travel discounts on SIXT car rental, cruises, and accommodation at our award-winning NRMA Holiday Parks and Resorts
- Complimentary myNRMA membership & discounts on fuel, groceries, movie tickets, gym memberships, attractions, restaurants and much more
- Discounts on a range of NRMA personal insurance products including car, home & travel
Rosters will require a commitment of up to 6 weeks duration for domestic voyages and up to 8 weeks for international voyages.
If this is the exciting career opportunity you are seeking, please submit your application.
We’re for inclusion, diversity and representing the members, guests, customers and communities we serve. That’s why we welcome applications from First Nations, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, people of all genders, members of the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to be a part of our team.
As we screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications and experience meet our needs, we will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue in the recruitment process. We wish you every success!