Master <45 NC - Luxury Cruise Boat

Master <45 NC – Luxury Cruise Boat, Kimberley WA

We have an exciting opportunity for a master to join our young team for the Kimberley cruising season of 2025.

Lady M Luxury cruises is a luxury small group charter business that offers live-a-board cruises from Broome, Darwin and the Rowley Shoals. Onboard the “Lady M”, we accommodate up to 14 guests cruising the remote Kimberley coast. This is an incredibly exciting and rewarding role with waterfalls, fishing, freshwater swimming holes and ancient Indigenous art on your doorstep.

JOB SCOPE:

As the Skipper (Master <45 NC), you will be responsible for the safety and well being of staff and guests onboard the vessel, while conducting tours. You will have sound knowledge of the Kimberley region and its waters along with being eager to learn. You will assist the crew with every aspect of tour operations, both on land and at sea, providing an enjoyable and memorable experience for guests onboard.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Skipper to conduct all aspects of charter related operations both on land and on the vessel.
• Safely and responsibly master the vessel and its tenders.
• Navigational watches
• Management of onboard crew
• Assist deckhands with daily wash downs and detailing of vessel
• Planning and organising of daily excursions
• Assisting guests whilst on excursions (fishing, guiding)
• General maintenance, refueling and onboard stores
• Competent use and maintenance of desalination equipment

In addition to the above, applicants require:

• Sound experience as a Master <45 NC, with relevant qualifications and sufficient skills to work on board motorised boats
• Sound knowledge of the Kimberley and its waters
• To be well versed in all aspect of shipboard safety (including First Aid) and have a detailed knowledge of Australian Marine legislation and best practice
• Excellent communication skills, personality and liaising with guests as well as the whole team
• Be able to work flexible/long hours
• An ability to work and live in a small ship environment
• Be actively involved with the daily running of the vessel, ensuring that the comfort and safety of all persons aboard are maintained at very high standards
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills with the ability to give directions to guests in the event of an emergency;
• Ensure that all work complies within company policy and procedures including OH&S and any legislative requirements.

Local knowledge is required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Master Class <45m NC
• Senior First aid

Please do not apply if you do not hold the above qualifications.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• National Police Clearance
• Current responsible services of alcohol (RSA) certificate

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

You will be required to work a set roster throughout the season (March to December). This may vary from time to time depending on the vessel itinerary.

This is a remote role, where you will be living and working onboard Lady M for weeks at a time. As such, please consider the reality of working in a remote location for an extended period of time.

We are unable to offer re-location fees or housing and are preferably looking for WA/ Broome locals.

SALARY/REMUNERATION:

Seasonal relief position dependent on level of experience and/or skills.

LOCATION:

Broome and the Kimberley