First Engineer

at Coral Expeditions
Published June 23, 2025
Location Cairns, Australia
Category Engineering  
Job Type Full-time  
Qualification
Engineer Class 1 or 2 (STCW95)
Skills
Crowd control and Crisis Management
Experience
Passenger ship experience preferred

Description

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
The role

To support the ongoing expansion of our fleet, we are seeking a First Engineer who is well presented, has a bright attitude and a team orientated individual to join our onboard Engineering team.

What we are looking for

Duties of the role include, but are not limited to:

Continued ongoing development and implementation of a Preventative Maintenance Program;
Ordering of parts and equipment as required;
Maintenance of firefighting equipment and safety gear;
Engine maintenance and the cleanliness and general condition of the engine room including the emptying of used oil tanks;
Maintenance of the pumps, hydraulic equipment, electrical equipment, lighting, and bridge equipment;
Checking of voids and steering equipment;
Bunkering of fuel and oil as required;
Check and action the maintenance logbook;
Comply with oil pollution regulations and maintain the oil record book;
Comply with all regulations, ISM, codes of conduct and standards;
Stand watch unless emergency mechanical and electrical matters need attention;
Presentations and Engine room tours for guests;
Responsible for the safety orientation of all new crew members as required.
What we can offer you

Career growth in a progressive and expanding Australian company.
A supportive and collaborative team environment.
The opportunity to work and travel in amazing destinations and with inspiring products.
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:

Engineer Class 1 or 2 (STCW95);
Engineer Watchkeeper CoC with First Engineer endorsement;
ASSB;
Crowd control and Crisis Management;
International AMSA Medical;
First Aid or Medical Care on Ships & CPR;
Passport
MSIC Card;
Passenger ship experience preferred.