About Us

The PS Murray Princess is the largest inland paddle wheeler in the Southern Hemisphere. Accommodating a maximum of 120 guests and operating 3, 4 and 7-night cruises on the Murray River from Mannum, 87 kilometres from Adelaide, this stunning vessel attracts guests from all over Australia and the world.  

We have a fabulous team who work hard and are brilliant at their roles to ensure our guests have a trip/ experience of a lifetime.

About the Role

This permanent full-time position of Mate/ First Officer is a crucial component of the Murray Princess Operation. A primary function of the role is to ensure the safe and secure operations and navigation of the P.S Murray Princess as directed by the Captain together with guest services. This will include working as part of a team, whilst maintaining excellence in safety and reliability at all times.

The Mate/ First Officer is responsible for the vessels deck maintenance and the ships husbandry, ensuring these are compliant with Standard Operating Procedures. The Mate/ First Officer will oversee the deck crew work practices, maintain standards and performance, and further assist crew with training and development. 

Exceptional interpersonal skills with a high level of organization are essential to this role. It is also a requirement to have a suitable level of fitness to cope with any of the physical demands of any onboard duty pertaining to decks, navigation and tender boat operation and to lead by example. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential given our focus to excellent customer service.

This role requires strong leadership, energy, commitment, initiative, teamwork, and multi-skilling and time management.

The roster rotation for this position is 14 days on / 14 days off. This is NOT a FIFO role.

All meals and accommodation on board the Murray Princess when rostered on duty are included. Transport from Adelaide CBD to Mannum is provided if required.  

About You

• Proven strong leadership skills and people management
• Excellent organisation and planning abilities
• Ability to perform autonomously and effectively delegate tasks
• Vessel handling experience
• Proven reporting and accountabilities
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Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Experience in the Transport Industry
• Master <45m NC Certificate of Competency
• Current First Aid with CPR
• Elements of Shipboard Safety
• Drivers Licence

Desirable

• Certificate in Frontline Management
• Marine Engine Driver 2 (MED2)
• Confined Space Qualification
• Experience in the Tourism Industry
• Knowledge of SA Occupational Health and Safety Requirements

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.

Applications will close 5pm Friday 13 February 2026, or earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

The Murray Princess is branded Captain Cook Cruises Pty Ltd and is part of the SeaLink Marine and Tourism division within the Kelsian Group - Australia’s largest integrated land and marine, tourism and public transport service provider with established international operations in London and Singapore.

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.