Ferry Captain

5 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Boathouse Group Full time

About Us
The Boathouse Group is a collection of unique and iconic hospitality venues located in picturesque locations around Sydney and on the NSW Central Coast, Australia. We offer dining, accommodation, weddings, events and homewares. Our vision is to create the most iconic collection of venues through family culture and exceptional hospitality. We do this through high quality products and ingredients, as well as offering a fun and genuine service along the way. We have always aimed for our venues to be the heart of the community and provide a classic Australian hospitality experience. Our values guide our behaviours and how we build trust with our guests, community and with each other.
As part of our offering, we proudly operate a ferry service between
Palm Beach and Patonga
, providing locals and visitors with a safe, reliable, and memorable journey on the water.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and responsible
Ferry Captain
to oversee the day-to-day operations of our ferry service. The role is available on a
Full-time or Casual
basis and will be based around Palm Beach, with the ferry moored at Careel Bay.
As Ferry Captain, you will be accountable for the safe navigation and operation of the vessel, the guest experience on board, and the leadership of crew members. You will:
Safely operate the ferry between Palm Beach and Patonga, ensuring compliance with maritime regulations.
Lead and oversee crew to deliver outstanding service and guest experiences.
Manage passenger safety at all times, including safety briefings and emergency procedures.
Ensure the vessel is maintained to a high operational and presentation standard.
Oversee scheduling, fuel management, and logbook reporting requirements.
Act as a Boathouse Group ambassador, embodying our values on and off the water.
About You
A qualified and experienced skipper with relevant
commercial maritime certifications
Strong knowledge of maritime safety regulations and vessel maintenance requirements.
Leadership experience with the ability to manage, train, and motivate crew.
Excellent communication skills and a professional, guest-focused manner.
Reliable, safety-conscious, and proactive in problem-solving.
Flexibility to work across weekdays, weekends, and public holidays.
What We Offer
Opportunity to captain a beautiful and iconic local ferry service.
Full time or Casual employment.
A supportive and passionate team environment.
Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications.
Staff discounts across the Boathouse Group venues.

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