Be part of what makes the experience great

Work in the Beautiful Whitsundays 

National Tourism Award Winning Company 

About the Role

Located in the heart of Airlie Beach, SeaLink Whitsundays is a division of SeaLink Marine and Tourism - Australia's largest Marine and Tourism company, incorporating Red Cat Adventures and Whitsunday Jet skis.

As part of the leadership team the Maintenance Manager plays a pivotal role for the division in leading the smooth, effective and efficient running of all aspects of the Maintenance Department. Ensuring efficient maintenance operations of the company's assets including all vessel's, vehicles and equipment for the Whitsunday division. Will ensure excellence is maintained in standards, safety and reliability at all times. This role is critical to the service and maintenance agreement with Hayman Island Ferry Service ensuring alignment and delivery on expectations. Working closely with the leadership team to implement initiatives that drive efficiencies and engagement to maintain our position as an award-winning industry leader.

Reporting directly to the General Manager the position will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Lead and manage maintenance team, and contracted services 
• Manage allocation of work, performance and resource utilization to ensure productivity and efficiency.
• Manage rostering and workforce planning 
• Ensure compliance to AMSA regulations 
• Develop and manage maintenance budgets 
• Source and negotiate with suppliers and contractors
• Maintain inventory control of critical spars and equipment 
• Develop both short- and long-term preventative management plans ensuring minimal operational disruption 
• Plan and oversee preventative and corrective maintenance for vessels.
• Manage dry dock schedules, inspections and repairs
• Ensure all maintenance is performed to quality standards and compliance
• Work closely with operations to coordinate maintenance schedules 
• Report on maintenance performance 
• Support emergency preparedness
• Ensure the Work Health and Safety obligations of themselves and their team

About You

You are a passionate and experienced maintenance professional, enthusiastic about the marine industry and excited by the opportunity to work with a National Company in the beautiful Whitsundays. Achievement orientated with a commitment to delivering optimum results. If this sounds like you? 

Required skills:

• Strong leadership skills - able to guide team and manage expectations and accountabilities  
• Effective communication skills - can communicate technical information clearly to team, crew and leadership group.
• Organizational: The ability to manage multiple responsibilities to meet required
• Problem-solving skills: Proven capability to anticipate issues, identify solutions, and independently resolve problems.
• Decisiveness - makes timely calls especially under pressure 
• Agility - To adapt to operational changes with innovative solutions to achieve the optimum outcome 
• Continuous Improvement -Always looking to optimise performance and reduce downtime
• Commercial Mindset - Value driven decision making based on business impact 

Essential 

• Min 2 years' experience in a similar role.
• Trade Qualification preferably with marine diesel experience  
• Current driver's license 

Sound like you?  we will be moving quickly on this one - so don't delay - apply today

How to Apply

Click APPLY and fill in as much information as you can in the track record section of the application, paying close attention to each question.

We are requesting your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the best person for this position. We are looking to fill this role quickly so don't delay - Apply Today 

About Us

SeaLink Whitsundays is part of SeaLink Marine & Tourism which operates nationally recognized brands that connects travelers from around Australia and the world to our most iconic destinations, holidays and experiences. Carrying more than eight million customers annually, SeaLink Marine & Tourism is one of Australia’s largest tourism and transport operators delivering brilliant customer experiences. 

SeaLink Marine & Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia’s largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, USA, Singapore, London and the Channel Islands. 

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.