Keen to join the crew?
It’s no secret that we have one the best jobs out there. With an office made of blue water and marine mammals for work mates, there’s a lot to love. It’s incredibly rewarding and a real privilege to be able to do what we do and we value every single guest that makes this possible. It’s not without it’s downsides however: Seasonal work, seasick guests, blocked marine toilets and an often moody parent to contend with (mother nature). No two days are ever the same and you will often be a marine biologist, sailor, mechanic and nurse, all before lunchtime.
We welcome CV’s at any time and regularly refer back to them when positions open up. Click below to learn more about the technical skills as the qualities we look for.
Deckhands / tour guides
Deckhands are critical support for the skipper and for ensuring guests are well cared for when onboard.
Deckhands perform physical and non physical tasks such as helping secure the vessel (bow lines & fenders), conduct safety briefings, assist with setting and trimming sails, undertake snorkel tours, provide guest education, prepare meals and much more. Deckhands need to be able to work quickly and multitask, whilst also interacting with guests. A reasonable degree of strength is also required to assist with winching in sails, as well as at least average height.
Experience we look for includes time working on vessels, marine biology or marine science qualifications (or a similar technical knowledge gained through other means), and great customer service skills.
As we are a 7 day a week operation (except Christmas Day), with seasonal influences, shifts will vary from week to week.
Deckhands are required almost every day of the season except Christmas Day. Some weeks you may be required to stay onboard, based out of Rottnest Island.
Skipper
The skipper is responsible for the safe and event-free operation of the vessel, with the support of his/her crew.
Capella is a fully licensed Domestic Commercial Vessel (DCV) under the law of AMSA (Australian Maritime Safety Authority).
The minimum legal requirement to skipper S.V. Capella (12.3m) is a Master V plus a course component covering outboard motors (basic engineering unit). Strong communication, interpersonal and exceptional time management skills are all key characteristics of a good skipper. As a sailing vessel, naturally, we also require sailing experience, ideally in a commercial setting. Knowledge of the local waters – channels, tides, wind etc, is also highly desirable.
Note: International qualifications are not suitable, but may be recognized by AMSA as prior learning. Please contact AMSA directly to find out if your international qualification qualifies.
Support Roles
Behind every great crew and tour is an unseen team also working hard in the background. Taking bookings, social media, invoicing, email handling, marketing, maintenance, winter refit, and much more. As a family-run business we are only a small team, but on occasion there can be a need for assistance.
Work Experience and Internships
We may be able to offer work experience or internships at certain times of the year. Please email us directly at [email protected] and let us know what you’re looking for, and we’ll let you know if we can assist.
Current Openings
Last Updated: 24 September, 2025. There are no current openings at this point in time. Please check back regularly for updates, or submit your CV below and we will hold it on file for any future vacancies.
Casual Deckhand / Tour Guide (Summer 2025/26 NOW CLOSED)
There are no vacant positions at this point in time. All positions for summer crew 2025-26 have been filled.
If you would like to submit your resume for us to keep on file, should a vacancy arise, please submit your resume below.
Minimum criteria required:
- Previous similar experience is highly favored.
- Previous experience in hospitality and holds and RSA
- Strong work ethic. This position involves long days at sea and sometimes overnight stays
- Willingness to commit to the full season 1st Nov – 30 Apr.
- Marine biology qualifications and/or a strong interest and willingness to upskill and learn about the local marine environment.
- Bronze Medallion, Life Saving or similar qualifications are highly favoured
- First Aid qualifications (valid 3 years) including up to date resuscitation (valid 12 months).
If you are applying from interstate please state your reasons for applying and timing of relocation in your cover letter.
Skipper – Master V (Summer 2025/26 NOW CLOSED)
There are currently no vacancies for a skipper position. If you would like to submit your resume anyway, if a vacancy should arise, please submit your resume below.
Application minimum criteria:
- Master V qualification + outboard motors course component (not the same as MED, this is also taught in other courses)
- Minimum 12 months experience skippering commercial vessel of >10m
- Sailing experience
- Senior First Aid including up to date resuscitation
- Responsible Serving of Alcohol
- Strong work ethic, excellent communication or organisation skills.
Applications from interstate should state their intentions to relocation and timing. Interviews for the skipper position will be in person, in WA, no later than early September.
To be considered for our current opening(s), please send us your CV along with a cover letter telling us why you are applying, via the submission form below.
