Job Description
Posted:
06/06/2026
Closing Date:
06/07/2026
Job Type:
Permanent - Full Time
Location:
Cairns, QLD
Job Category:
CE Shipbased - Deck
Our Company
Coral Expeditions is Australia’s pioneering cruise line. We specialise in a unique style of immersive adventures by small expedition ship. With humble beginnings hosting cruises on the Great Barrier Reef, the company has grown into a borderless fleet of three ships carrying between 72 and 120 guests. For four decades, Coral Expeditions has operated with a single purpose – to take small groups of likeminded explorers to remote places with expert guidance and warm Australian hospitality. We offer a wide range of domestic and international destinations. Coral Expeditions is wholly owned by the NRMA and joins a connected family of companies including NRMA Parks and Resorts, NRMA Roadside Assist, NRMA Marine and Ferries as well as SIXT Car Rentals.
Job Description
To support the operation, an opportunity exists for a Third Officer to join our fleet with an immediate start.
Responsibilities include:
Stand a bridge watch at sea or at anchor
Assist Second Officer with passage planning
Assist Chief Officer with daily ship maintenance
Operate Xplorers and/or zodiacs as required to assist Deck crew
Assist with all aspects of turnaround duties in port
Assist in handling and transportation of all guest baggage to and from the vessel
Assist in the comfort, education, entertainment and well-being of all guests.
What we can offer 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.
Rosters will require a commitment of up to 6 - 8 weeks duration for domestic voyages and international voyages.
If this is the exciting career opportunity you are seeking, please submit your application.
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!
Desired Skills and Experience
The minimum requirements are:
One of the following certificates of competency
Master <500
Deck Watchkeeper (Unlimited)
Chief Mate CoC
Master Unlimited
Also, must hold:
Certificate of Safety training (CoST) - AMSA endorsed
International AMSA Medical
Current First Aid/CPR Certificate.
Desirable requirements:
Passenger ship experience
Proficiency in Survival Craft highly regarded
Crowd Control & Crisis Management.
06/06/2026
Closing Date:
06/07/2026
Job Type:
Permanent - Full Time
Location:
Cairns, QLD
Job Category:
CE Shipbased - Deck
Our Company
Coral Expeditions is Australia’s pioneering cruise line. We specialise in a unique style of immersive adventures by small expedition ship. With humble beginnings hosting cruises on the Great Barrier Reef, the company has grown into a borderless fleet of three ships carrying between 72 and 120 guests. For four decades, Coral Expeditions has operated with a single purpose – to take small groups of likeminded explorers to remote places with expert guidance and warm Australian hospitality. We offer a wide range of domestic and international destinations. Coral Expeditions is wholly owned by the NRMA and joins a connected family of companies including NRMA Parks and Resorts, NRMA Roadside Assist, NRMA Marine and Ferries as well as SIXT Car Rentals.
Job Description
To support the operation, an opportunity exists for a Third Officer to join our fleet with an immediate start.
Responsibilities include:
Stand a bridge watch at sea or at anchor
Assist Second Officer with passage planning
Assist Chief Officer with daily ship maintenance
Operate Xplorers and/or zodiacs as required to assist Deck crew
Assist with all aspects of turnaround duties in port
Assist in handling and transportation of all guest baggage to and from the vessel
Assist in the comfort, education, entertainment and well-being of all guests.
What we can offer 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.
Rosters will require a commitment of up to 6 - 8 weeks duration for domestic voyages and international voyages.
If this is the exciting career opportunity you are seeking, please submit your application.
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!
Desired Skills and Experience
The minimum requirements are:
One of the following certificates of competency
Master <500
Deck Watchkeeper (Unlimited)
Chief Mate CoC
Master Unlimited
Also, must hold:
Certificate of Safety training (CoST) - AMSA endorsed
International AMSA Medical
Current First Aid/CPR Certificate.
Desirable requirements:
Passenger ship experience
Proficiency in Survival Craft highly regarded
Crowd Control & Crisis Management.
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