Watercraft Operator
- The annual base salary when in Australia starts from $95,857 per annum for Watercraft Operators
- Base salary + additional allowances when on voyage to and from Antarctica starts from $168,793 per annum for Watercraft Operators
- A generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 15.4% will be paid in addition to salary and allowances.
- You will accrue recreation leave at the equivalent of 20 days per annum pro rata. Please note that recreation leave is not available in Antarctica but will be paid out on return to Australia.
The AAD engages Watercraft Operators each season to operate a range of craft including Jet Barges, Workboats, Lighter Amphibious Resupply Cargo vessels (LARC), Science Vessel and Inflatable Boats (IBs) to support station resupply and science expedition voyages. We conduct these operations at Australia’s three Antarctic continental stations, sub-Antarctic Macquarie Island and other remote Southern Ocean locations.
Watercraft Operators are responsible for the safe execution of waterborne activities in accordance with AAD’s authorised Safety Management System and Standard Operating Procedures. Common evolutions include the ship to shore transfer of expeditioners, supporting scientific research, cargo transfer operations, and supporting the establishment and monitoring of ship-to-shore fuel transfer operations.
Watercraft Coordinator
- The annual base salary when in Australia starts from $100,736 per annum for Watercraft Coordinators
- Base salary + additional allowances when on voyage to and from Antarctica starts from $173,672 per annum for Watercraft Coordinators
- A generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 15.4% will be paid in addition to salary and allowances.
- You will accrue recreation leave at the equivalent of 20 days per annum pro rata. Please note that recreation leave is not available in Antarctica but will be paid out on return to Australia.
Watercraft Coordinators will be selected from the group of successful Watercraft Operators. The Watercraft Coordinator works with the Voyage Leader and Deputy Voyage Leader to ensure waterborne operations are achieved in a safe, compliant, and efficient manner.
Watercraft Operators and Coordinators are responsible for the safe execution of waterborne activities in accordance with AAD’s authorised Safety Management System and Standard Operating Procedures. Common evolutions include the ship to shore transfer of expeditioners, supporting scientific research, cargo transfer operations, and supporting the establishment and monitoring of ship-to-shore fuel transfer operations.
Please note that these roles do not involve the operation of larger vessels.
What we are looking for
Essential
To apply for these roles, you must have the skills and licences listed below:
Qualifications/licences
Provide copy with your application:
- Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal or Higher Qualification – current
- Driver’s licence – current, unrestricted “C” class (manual) Australian driver’s licence
- Citizenship – in accordance with the PS Act 1999, Australian Public Service employees are required to be Australian citizens. Persons who are not Australian citizens will generally only be considered where there are no suitable Australian applicants, with next considerations being Australian residents with work rights and New Zealand citizens.
Obtain prior to job commencement:
- Valid Passport – The expiry date of the passport (and any relevant visa) must be at least 6 months beyond the planned end date of your intended stay in the Antarctic or sub-Antarctic.
- Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) must be valid for at least 18 months beyond the date of commencement
- Provide Basic Emergency Life Support (HLTAID010) must be valid for at least 18 months beyond the date of commencement
- Provide CPR (HLTAID009) must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of commencement
Knowledge and experience
Within the last 5 years, preferably within the last 2 years:
- Ability to demonstrate recent and extensive operating hours as the master of a small vessel
- Operating watercraft (under 15 m in length) in either hazardous conditions or remote locations
- Working to Standard Operating Procedures, Job Hazard Analyses and organisational policies. Candidates must be able to demonstrate a strong safety culture and willingness to comply with safety and environmental policies and procedures
- Writing and presenting concise operational reports and briefing groups on operational requirements
Highly Desirable
These qualifications and licences are required to operate some of our vessels and provides your application an advantage.
Qualifications and licences
Provide copies in your application:
- Dogging Licence or higher qualification
- Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Costal or Higher Qualification (MED2 or higher)
Knowledge and experience
Within the last 2 years:
-
Watercraft operator or Watercraft Coordinator experience within the past 2 years.
Desirable
Qualifications and licences
Provide copies in your application:
- Rigging
- Diesel Mechanic (Watercraft Co-ordinator only)
- Other relevant training qualifications
Knowledge and experience
Within the last 2 years:
- Conducting dogging and/or rigging activities
- Operating watercraft (under 15 m in length) in support of cargo transfer and ship-to-shore refuelling operations
- On water loading and unloading cargo transfer operations involving craning or similar apparatus
Contact
For general enquiries, please email the Hays Expeditioner Recruitment Team at antarctica@hays.com.au.
For job specific (technical or trade related) enquiries, or to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Hays at antarctica@hays.com.au.
