Pontoon Engineer – Cruise Whitsundays

About the role

Cruise Whitsundays, based in Airlie Beach, is the largest marine-based tour and transport provider in the Whitsundays, operating 10 air-conditioned vessels, a sailing catamaran and the Reefworld pontoon with its underwater accommodation, Reefsuites. Journey Beyond is seeking a Pontoon Engineer to join the Marine team on a permanent full-time basis. The engineer maintains and operates the Reefworld and Heart Pontoons safely and efficiently, in line with GRMPA, AMSA, SMA and Journey Beyond requirements.

Key responsibilities

• General upkeep of the pontoons
• Maintain and operate pontoon generators and engines, and handle other maintenance issues
• Ensure maintenance is carried out on board and defects are recorded correctly
• Keep training and certificates up to date and comply with marine safety standards
• Deliver customer service and product delivery in close collaboration with the hospitality team
• Use the HELM asset management system and keep maintenance requests up to date

Required profile

• Trade qualification with time served as a diesel mechanic
• Proven track record of risk assessments and safety measures for guests
• Valid Blue Card (Queensland Working with Children's check) and a valid National Police Check
• Strong background in marine tourism, especially high-speed vessels and pontoons

Required skills

• Knowledge of marine engines and systems, with practical installation and maintenance experience
• Intermediate computer literacy, including tablets and maintenance management software
• Time management and organisational ability

Required certifications

• HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
• HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy
• SITHFAB009A - Queensland Responsible Service of Alcohol
• MARS00008 Elements of Shipboard Safety

What we offer

• Salary of AUD 37-38
• Discounts on Journey Beyond travel, experiences and merchandise, plus discounts at the Cruise Café & Bar and on board vessels
• Study assistance policy, parental leave and purchased leave
• Progression, transfer and secondment opportunities
• Employee referral policy, private health discounts and employee assistance program
• Free public transport and salary sacrifice remote area benefits