Lead Deckhand / Chase Tender Captain- 38m Private/Charter MY- Whitsundays, FNQ, Syd

Category:
Deck Jobs
Positions:
Captain, Lead Deckhand
Salary:
$80,000 AUD / year (TRP) Negotiable on experience
Location:
Australia
Start date:
When Found
Job posted:
July 30, 2025

Are you a senior deckhand looking for a role with allot of diversity?


Are you keen on building up your tender driving skills on a 15m commercial chase tender?


Position Snapshot
• Master 5 / MED 3
• Male or Female
• Fishing Skills (Bonus)
A highly professional 38m Private / Charter MY is on the search for a lead deckhand / chase tender captain to join their friendly team.
The vessel is currently cruising the Whitsundays with plans to head to Port Douglas for a series of trips involving relaxed cruises / dinners, guest functions and day excursions for fishing / spearing and diving.
The 15m chase tender is in survey and a terrific way for the Lead Deck to build up commercial drive time for larger tickets.
The owner is a keen fisherman and spearo with opportunity for the Lead Deck to accompany and buddy up if possessing the necessary experience.
The vessel can take either male or female candidates for cabins


The Ideal Candidate
• Master 5/ MED 3
• Tender driving experience
• Fishing Skills (Not essential)
• Superyacht experience or strong commercial / tourism
• Understanding of yacht detailing / maintenance
• Professional in approach
• Looking to build up commercial sea time
• Work rights for Australia


Start: When Found


Salary: $80,000 AUD / year (TRP) Negotiable on experience