Electrical Engineer

Coral Expeditions is Australia’s pioneering cruise line. We specialise in a unique style of immersive adventures by small expedition ship. With humble beginnings hosting cruises on the Great Barrier Reef, the company has grown into a borderless fleet of three ships carrying between 72 and 120 guests. For four decades, Coral has operated with a single purpose – to take small groups of likeminded explorers to remote places with expert guidance and warm Australian hospitality. We offer a wide range of domestic and international destinations.  Coral is part of the NRMA Group, a member-owned brand that also operates NRMA Parks & Resorts, SIXT car rental, NRMA Electric Vehicle charging network and various marine businesses.

As an Electrical Engineer you will assist the Engineering team in the maintenance of the ship's electrical equipment in the most efficient manner possible and as per the vessels Safety Management System. Rosters will require a commitment of generally 6 weeks on and 6 weeks off duration. International voyages can be longer rosters.  

What You'll Do

Duties of the role include, but are not limited to: 

• Maintenance of all electrical motors onboard, generators, main switch board and emergency, switchboard, fire alarm system including fire detectors, general alarm system, PA system, onboard mother vessel and tender boats, AV/IT systems, navigation lights and navigation equipment on mother vessel and tender boats, all batteries fitted on mother vessel and tender boats, air condition system. 
• Rectifying electrical defects recorded in the hotel defect book daily. 
• Responsible for refrigeration system and testing of IAS system as required by Class. 
• Engine room tours and dining with Guests. 
• Maintenance and upkeep of manuals/drawing as required by AMSA and Class. 

What You'll Bring

The minimum requirements are:  

• Electrical qualification. 
• Certificate of Safety Training (CoST) (AMSA endorsed). 
• Seafarers Book. 
• AMSA Medical. 
• Valid Passport. 
• Passenger ship experience desirable. 

Ability to obtain: 

• Remote First Aid & Advanced CPR or Medical Ship Care on Board 
• Working in Confined Spaces 
• Crowd Control & Crisis Management 
• Maritime Security Indentification Card (MSIC). 

What's in it for you

• Accommodation and meals provided on board 
• An opportunity to see spectacular places 
• Career paths in Maritime with internationally recognised experience 
• Financial assistance with gaining qualifications. 
• Travel discounts on SIXT car rental, cruises, and accommodation at our award-winning NRMA Holiday Parks and Resorts
• Complimentary myNRMA membership & discounts on fuel, groceries, movie tickets, gym memberships, attractions, restaurants and much more
• Discounts on a range of NRMA personal insurance products including car, home & travel

Rosters will require a commitment of up to 6 weeks duration for domestic voyages and up to 8 weeks for international voyages.  

If this is the exciting career opportunity you are seeking, please submit your application. 

We’re for inclusion, diversity and representing the members, guests, customers and communities we serve. That’s why we welcome applications from First Nations, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, people of all genders, members of the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to be a part of our team.

As we screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications and experience meet our needs, we will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue in the recruitment process. We wish you every success!