Marine Operations Manager

3 days ago

Hervey Bay, Australia Kelsian Group Full time

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Marine Operations Manager to lead our vessel operations team based in Hervey Bay and K’gari. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of our marine fleet, ensuring exceptional service delivery and adherence to maritime regulations.

About the Role

The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership to vessel crews, ensure compliance with AMSA, NSCV, Marine Orders, and WHS legislation, and promote a proactive safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide strategic and operational leadership to vessel crews
- Ensure compliance with AMSA, NSCV, Marine Orders, and WHS legislation
- Plan & Oversee vessel maintenance, navigation, and emergency preparedness
- Promote a proactive safety culture and conduct crew training
- Lead customer service excellence and manage passenger interactions
- Conduct audits, inspections, and support corporate initiatives

What You’ll Bring

- Current Master
- Current MED Certificate (minimum MED 3, MED 2 preferred)
- Current Radio Operations Licence
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Proven leadership in marine operations and crew management
- Strong knowledge of maritime legislation and WHS obligations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
- Workplace Trainer & Assessor qualification (preferred)

Benefits of Joining Our Team

- Annual $1000 SeaLink Employee Travel Allowance
- Access to Worldwide ALL Heartists program
- 25% off resort dining, retail and spa
- Access to Employee Training Programs
- Employee Award Programs
- Free island K'gari Explorer Tours
- Free ferry transfers to-and-from the island
- Maxxia Corporate Benefits (Novated Leasing)
- Working Life (EAP)
- Bupa Corporate Benefits
- ANZ Corporate Benefits

Conditions and employment duration may apply.

About Us

K'gari is a World Heritage listed island off Australia’s Eastern Queensland coast, is the world’s largest sand island, stretching over 120km. With cool towering rainforests to walk through and explore, over 100 freshwater lakes to swim in, including the iconic Lake McKenzie and Lake Wabby, and an amazing beach highway, where else would you rather be.

SeaLink K'gari is part of SeaLink Marine & Tourism, one of Australia's largest marine and tourism businesses with 11 business units across six states and territories, connecting our customers to many of Australia’s most beautiful island destinations and brilliant experiences.

With globally recognised brands such as SeaLink, Captain Cook Cruises and Kingfisher Bay Resort we are a team who go beyond what others will do and are invested in supporting the communities and customers we serve.

SeaLink Marine and Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia’s largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, USA, Singapore, London and the Channel Islands.

How to Apply

Click APPLY and upload a copy of your up-to-date resume which includes a cover letter.

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

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