Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business.

About Us

Cruise Whitsundays, based in Airlie Beach is the largest marine-based tour and transport provider in the Whitsundays. Providing close encounters with the Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach, and the islands of the Whitsundays, Cruise Whitsundays operates 10, well-equipped, air-conditioned vessels, plus a world-class sailing catamaran, offering a range of tours, as well as an inter-island resort connection service, with regular daily departures at two islands, one airport and two mainland ports.

Cruise Whitsundays also operates Australia’s first underwater accommodation, Reefsuites, and a Reefsleep glamping experience at the Reefworld pontoon, moored offshore at Hardy Reef on the Great Barrier Reef.

From our cruises and sailing adventures to our world-renowned underwater accommodation, there’s no better way to experience the Whitsundays, and you won’t find a friendlier or more experienced crew to work with. When the ocean is your office, every day is good one!

About Journey Beyond

Australia’s leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 17 brands spanning the country, connecting guests to the land, and to each other. Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond formed in 2016 and now comprises tourism brands including: iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, The Paspaley Pearl Farm Tour, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89; the historic Vintage Rail Journeys: The Telegraph Station in Alice Springs and Monarto Safari Resort. 

Joining the Journey Beyond family, you will play an integral role in supporting our business as we continue to share special places and shape lasting memories for our guests.

About the role

We are currently seeking a full time Shore Based Engineer - Fabricator Welder / Shipwright to join our Shore Based Maintenance Team. Reporting to Maintenance Manager Operations, the Shore Based Fabricator Welder/ Shipwright assists in the maintenance of vessels, pontoon, vehicles and tenders. You could work on but not limited to: Repairs of vessel and pontoon structures, installation of various types of equipment such as, masts, frames, decking, fittings, machines, shafts and safety equipment. You will also require the ability to perform a wide variety of marine aluminium welding and shipwright repair tasks using boat building materials.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform fabrication work in accordance with scheduled maintenance and rectification works including operation of welding equipment to assist with scheduled maintenance programs for all mechanical, steel/metal structures, sullage systems and safety equipment

• Undertake general shipwright repairs to vessel fabric and structure
• Proactive in the planning of works to maintain and enhance vessel internal/external fabric maintenance
• Accurately maintain HELM and associated work orders/tasks through to job completion and sign off.
• In addition to the scheduled maintenance program, responsible for fault finding and additional repairs
• Adherence with SOPS, Marine Memos, operation procedures and WHS requirements
• Ensure all qualifications are kept up to date and provided to HR
• Remain adaptable and acceptable to change while working autonomously
• Ensure sufficient stock of all items necessary to make your job run smoothly
• Completion of ad hoc maintenance tasks and repairs where there are appearance issues arising, under the guidance of the Maintenance Manager. Operations
  
  

About you

The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be comfortable with working outdoors in various weather conditions. Have proven ability in boat building, shipwright or a marine finisher, aluminium fabrication and welding. Take a proactive approach in finding and remedying any onboard issues with the vessels. Be clean and tidy and team oriented.

To be successful in this role you will be someone who:

• Experience within high-speed vessel and the requirements for presentation
• High level of marine knowledge as well as installations
• Experience in conducting risk assessments and introducing practical safety measures
• Excellent ability to manage time, priorities to meet deadlines with strong organisational and written/verbal communication skills
• Intermediate computer (including tablets) literacy with experience using maintenance management software and data entry
• Must have an eye for detail and take pride in your work
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience in installation, operation, service, fault finding, repair and maintenance of plant equipment such as 12/24 V electrical systems, tanks, sewage systems and equipment fit out.
• Experience in exercising good judgement in appraising difficult situations and making appropriate decisions regarding equipment condition and appropriate corrective action.
• Knowledge of, and commitment to, maintenance planning techniques and philosophies, including a continuous improvement approach.
• Reliable, self-motivated and proactive
• Strong personal presentation skills
• A Cross-culture awareness and sensitivity to the needs of others.
• A strong work ethic where any job that needs doing will get done well

• Trade qualifications as a Welder / Boiler maker highly preferred
• Extensive aluminium fabrication and welding experience preferably within the Boat Building / Marine industry
• Proven ability to undertake general Shipwright ship repair tasks
• Open manual Drivers Licence
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid & Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• Working at heights
• Forklift Licence (desirable)
• Working in confined spaces (desirable)

• Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences
• An attractive salary and positive work environment
• Study Assistance Policy
• A career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondments
• Employee Referral Policy
• Parental Leave program
• Purchased Leave policy
• Private Health discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise
• Discounts at the Cruise Café & Bar
• Discounts at the bar on board vessels
• Free public transport
• Salary sacrifice remote area benefits

Applications will be reviewed and progressed as they are received, so don't wait, apply now! Applications will close 5th May 2025