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 maintenance team the Trade Assistant plays a pivotal role in assisting our maintenance team by leading the smooth, effective and efficient running of all aspects of marine maintenance.

This role will support our qualified Maintenance Officers and Manager with day-to-day repairs, preventative maintenance, vessel and equipment upkeep, equipment handling, and general trade support across our operations.

The successful applicant will be hands-on, safety-focused, willing to learn, and able to work as part of a team in a busy operational environment.

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

• Good practical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual tasks.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-focused.
• Flexible and willing to assist wherever required.
• Comfortable working in an island or remote environment if required.
• Current driver’s licence desirable.
• Relevant tickets, licences, or trade-related experience would be an advantage.
• Role Requirements
• Ability to work 40 hours per week.
• Willingness to work across different maintenance areas as required.
• Willingness and ability to work and live on an island as part of the role, if rostered.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety.
• 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 are followed.

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:

Communication: Effective communication skills - can communicate technical information clearly to team, crew and leadership group.

Organizational: The ability to manage multiple responsibilities to meet required outcomes 

Problem-solving skills: Proven capability to anticipate issues, identify solutions, and independently resolve problems.

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 

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.