Marine Engine Driver (MED 2) | Horizontal Falls

Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business.

About Us

Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures is proud to be the region’s most awarded, experienced, and longest running tour operator as we offer the widest range of day trips and luxury overnight adventure tours to the spectacular Horizontal Falls and the scenic surrounds.

Off the back of a bumper season with plans to make each year bigger and better… we’re inviting you to come along for the journey.

About Journey Beyond

Australia’s leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 14 brands spanning the country, connecting guests to the land, and to each other. Headquarters in Adelaide, Journey Beyond’s impressive tourism brands include iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern and The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; the historic Telegraph Station, barefoot luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventure, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; and our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89.

Joining the Journey Beyond family, you will play an integral role in supporting our business as we continue to share special places and shape lasting memories for our guests.

About The Role

We are seeking an MED 2 to join our team on a full-time permanent or seasonal basis. During our season which runs from March to November, this role is based at our pontoon complex in Talbot Bay working on a rotational roster. During the off-season, this role is based in Broome. This role assists in the maintenance and upkeep of all Horizontal Falls marine assets including but not limited to vessels, pontoons, and barges.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Performing routine maintenance and repairs on marine vessels and assets to ensure their continuous and reliable operation
• Conducting inspections, troubleshooting issues, and diagnosing any problems that may arise in vessels mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Assisting in major repairs and overhauls, collaborating with contractors and suppliers as necessary
• Playing an active role in implementing preventative maintenance programs to maximise vessel performance and minimise downtime
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities through a digital asset management system (Helm), including logs, reports and documentation of all work performed
• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, standards and procedures governing marine maintenance and safety in addition to adherence with Company SOPs and operational procedures
• Completion of ad hoc maintenance tasks and repairs under the guidance of Marine Management   

About You

As the ideal candidate you have an eye for detail and take pride in your work. You are a team player, while also able to work autonomously using your initiative and demonstrated problem solving skills. You will have a proactive and solutions focused approach with a ‘can-do’ attitude to achieve the best outcome for business operations.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Experience as a Marine Engineer preferably in the marine tourism industry
• An AMSA issued MED 2
• A valid First Aid & CPR certificate (remote first aid desirable)
• Coxswain ticket as a minimum (highly desirable)
• Fire prevention onboard ships or STCW (desirable)

Successful candidates are required to provide a current National Police Clearance.

What We Offer

• Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences
• An attractive salary
• Study Assistance Policy
• A career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondments
• Employee Referral Policy
• Parental Leave program
• Purchased Leave policy
• Private Health discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise
• Salary sacrifice remote area benefits

If you are interested in this role and you meet the criteria listed above, apply today. We can’t wait to hear from you!