Coxswain / Dive Instructor / Marine Biologist

Job Description

Coxswain / Dive Instructor / Marine Biologist wanted ASAP.

Instructor Credentials:
OWSI
Language requirement:
English

Lady Elliot Island is a coral cay located at the southern tip of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef. Located on this coral cay is Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort, an award-winning ecotourism business.

We are seeking a Coxswain/ Dive Instructor/ Marine Biologist with previous experience in water-based and land activities.

The successful candidate must have a strong understanding of water safety protocols, including operating commercial vessels, snorkeling, or scuba diving.

Reporting to the Guest Activities Manager, this position plays a pivotal role in providing Guest Experiences when on the island. The resort has a combination of overnight resort guests and day guests.

Skills/Qualifications required:

• Coxswain (minimum)
  PADI Dive Instructor
  Own Dive Insurance
  Dive Medical Clearance
  O₂ certification
  First Aid & CPR
  Driver’s License
  Degree in Marine Biology

The role of the Coxswain/ Dive Instructor/ Marine Biologist includes:

• Guest orientations on arrival
  Previous marine experiences: scuba diving, snorkelling, glass-bottom boats, kayaks
  Island-based tours: bird watching, turtle walks, reef walking, general tours
  Guest educational presentations and ongoing interactions
  Operations of the on-island dive shop
  Conducting PADI dive courses (Open Water, Advanced and Discover Scuba dives)
  Conducting nighttime activities and presentations

The position is a live-on-island role during the 10 days you are there, with meals and accommodation provided at a reduced rate in a shared accommodation facility.

All staff are recruited to fly in and out via Hervey Bay Airport.

Must have the ability to work unrestricted within Australia without any visa restrictions.

!If you are looking for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,
to live and work on an island in the Great Barrier Reef
and would like to become a member of an award winning team
then please apply today!