A fantastic opportunity is available at Lake Argyle Cruises for the role of Skipper/Tour Guide for the 2025 season. Lake Argyle Cruises is a small & family-owned company located 70kms from Kununurra in the East Kimberley, WA.
We offer public and private cruises, wildlife charters and have a range of hire equipment.
As a Skipper you are an integral part of ensuring our guests experience the highest levels of service and maintain safety as a priority while conducting our tours.
Applicants must be willing to commit to the peak season; work is available from March onwards, but we would need you by May at the latest, with full time hours available until at least September 2025. This is a remote role, where you will be living and working at Lake Argyle Cruises. As such, please consider the challenges and rewards of living in a remote location for an extended period.
Applicant requirements:
* Minimum 2 years' experience as a Skipper.
* Experience in a customer focused environment
* Ability to provide full commentary during cruises, comfortable with public speaking up to 40 pax
* Interest in wildlife, nature & local area
* Ability to work a part of a tight knit team and communicate with a broad demographic of guests.
* Service of sunset provisions inclusive of alcohol and snacks. Must have ability to deliver efficient service with a smile.
* Self-motivated with the ability to work well under pressure and autonomously
* Strong organisational skills
* Positive, friendly, and enthusiastic energy
Qualifications:
* Coxswain NC1 or higher
* First Aid (Current CPR)
* Manual driver's license
* RSA, or willing to attain prior to commencing position
* HR Licence with PTD authorisation - Desirable but not essential
Key Tasks
* Conducting daily cruises (we have a range of cruises including Morning Cruises, Sunset Magic Cruises, Private Charters, Overnight Camping trips) During the peak season, you may be required to run 2 cruises per day.
* Ensuring the safety of all visitors and crew on board
* Preparing boat for daily use - Cleaning, packing/unpacking, refuelling, emptying waste
* Greeting guests and assist with boarding; followed by welcome/safety brief, full commentary delivered throughout most cruises.
* Maintaining the presentation and maintenance of vessels
* Daily check and report on equipment; specifically, safety equipment
* You will be required to be flexible in your working practices and undertake other duties as directed by management, including but not limited to preparing and cleaning hire equipment, cleaning passenger buses.
* Strictly adhere to all Health and Safety policies
* Complete health and safety training in line with current legislations
* Adhere to all organisational WHS policies and procedures
Employment Package:
* Above award hourly rate, overtime rates, penalty rates + super. Minimum 38 hours per week. Hourly rate dependent on Coxswain/M5 qualification. Minimum hourly rate of $35.01.
* Free, clean, onsite accommodation (private donga room with ensuite - no additional bills or charges)
* Free use of hire equipment
* Accommodation for couples is limited - we can potentially arrange powered sites for those travelling in their own caravans.