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
To support the operation, an opportunity exists for a Second Officer to join our fleet with an immediate start.

Responsibilities include:

Stand a bridge watch at sea or at anchor
Draw up passage planning from port to port for each voyage the vessel undertakes
Assist Master as required in creation of mud maps for areas and ensure all control sheets are completed
Ensure all radio checks are performed in accordance with legislation and all other bridge equipment is working in accordance with required specifications
Deliver induction to all new crew onboard the vessel.
OH&S onboard representative, responsible for running a monthly OH&S meeting
In liaison with the Chief Officer ensure that all safety and firefighting equipment is properly maintained and meets survey requirements
Continually liaise with the Expedition Leader and Purser to determine the daily program of activities and requirements
Assist in handling and transportation of all guest’s baggage to and from the vessel and other turnaround duties as required.
What we can offer you:

Accommodation and meals provided on board
An opportunity to see spectacular places
Career paths in Maritime with internationally recognised experience
Financial assistance with gaining qualifications.
Rosters will require a commitment of up to 6 -8 weeks duration for domestic and international voyages.

If this is the exciting career opportunity you are seeking, please submit your application.

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:

One of the following certificates of competency

Master <45
Deck Watchkeeper (unlimited)
Chief Mate <3000
Also, must hold:

Certificate of Safety training (CoST) - AMSA endorsed
Proficiency in Survival Craft
Crowd Control & Crisis Management.
International AMSA Medical
Current First Aid/CPR Certificate.
GMDSS.
ECDIS.
Desirable requirements:

Passenger ship experience.