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, marine toilets and an often moody parent to contend with (mother nature). Not 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 info@charter1.com.au and let us know what you’re looking for, and we’ll let you know if we can assist.
Current Openings
Last Updated: 20 September 2024
Casual Deckhand / Tour Guide (Summer 2024)
Applications for the position of Casual Deckhand / Tour Guide for the period Nov 2024 – April 2025 are open.
Closing Date: 31 Sept, 2024. Please note that tours will not begin until November. Interviews will commence at the end of September.
Work is available across a 7 day roster based on bookings / demand. Small team environment.
Core duties include (though are not limited to):
- Supporting the master (skipper) in the safe operation of the vessel, raising and trimming sails, berthing and other ad hoc duties.
- Food Handling, Cleaning and Stocktakes / Restocking
- Taking care of customers right through from boarding through to disembarking.
- Taking guests on guided snorkel tours.
Minimum Requirements:
- RSA, Food Handling (or willing to obtain these)
- First Aid Including Resuscitation Certificate valid to at least April 2025.
- Min 160cm height (to safely raise sails due to location on the vessel)
- Prior experience working on boats and/or in the similar environment.
- Marine Biology / Science qualified, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through personal education and experience.
- Can commit to the full season: Nov – April
Life at Sea is not for everyone. Life on the big blue helping create lifelong memories for people is an incredibly rewarding job which comes with extreme highs as well as at times, crappy lows: long days at sea, days away from home (occasionally), weekend work, and having to maintain a positive outlook when things do always go to plan (e.g. weather).
If this sound like you, and you love being outdoors and around people, we’d love to hear from you.
If you would like to be considered for the next opening, send us your CV via the submission form below.