Second Officer

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.

To support the operation, an opportunity exists for a Second Officer to join our fleet with an immediate start.  

What You'll Do

• Stand a bridge watch at sea or at anchor 
• Draw up passage planning from port to port for each voyage the vessel undertakes 
• Assist Master as required in creation of mud maps for areas and ensure all control sheets are completed  
• Ensure all radio checks are performed in accordance with legislation and all other bridge equipment is working in accordance with required specifications  
• Deliver induction to all new crew onboard the vessel. 
• OH&S onboard representative, responsible for running a monthly OH&S meeting 
• In liaison with the Chief Officer ensure that all safety and firefighting equipment is properly maintained and meets survey requirements 
• Continually liaise with the Expedition Leader and Purser to determine the daily program of activities and requirements 
• Assist in handling and transportation of all guest’s baggage to and from the vessel and other turnaround duties as required. 

What You'll Bring

The minimum requirements are: 

One of the following certificates of competency 

• Deck Watchkeeper (Unlimited) 
• Chief Mate <3000 

Also, must hold: 

• Certificate of Safety training (CoST) - AMSA endorsed 
• Proficiency in Survival Craft 
• Crowd Control & Crisis Management. 
• International AMSA Medical 
• Current First Aid/CPR Certificate. 

Desirable requirements: 

• Passenger ship experience. 

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!