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Deckhand | Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo

Exmouth, Western AustraliaFull-time2026-10-25 → 2026-11-11

Core

Seasonal deckhand supporting safe marine wildlife tours, guest transfers, and vessel operations on the Ningaloo Reef.

Role type

seasonal IC deckhand (marine tourism)

Builds

guided wildlife cruises, snorkelling, and scuba diving experiences for guests

Domain

marine tourism / wildlife interaction

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

vessel navigation assistance, tender operations, guest flow management, in-water rescue, public speaking, physical line handling, emergency response, basic maintenance, hazard reporting

Preferred skills

prior marine deckhand experience, whale shark/diving environment experience, Dive Master certification

Technologies

STCW, CoST, GPH, First Aid, CPR, RSA, Food Handling

Responsibilities

assist skipper with vessel navigation and compliance, manage guest transfers and boarding, conduct in-water headcounts and safety briefings, serve meals and maintain onboard atmosphere, perform vessel cleaning and refuelling, assist with basic maintenance, mentor crew, report hazards

Seniority

Junior, hands-on IC