At a Glance
- Tasks: Diagnose and repair marine engines, ensuring vessels are safe and ready to sail.
- Company: Join Captain Cook Cruises, a leader in experiential tourism on Sydney Harbour.
- Benefits: Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
- Other info: Work independently in a supportive team focused on safety and craftsmanship.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that creates unforgettable experiences on the water.
- Qualifications: Must have mechanical trade qualifications and problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 41400 - 50600 $ per year.
Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business.
About Us
Captain Cook Cruises, Sydney, is part of Journey Beyond, Australia’s leading experiential tourism group. Join us and discover amazing experiences on Sydney Harbour. Enjoy being part of the team working in a busy environment, dedicated to excellence in marine tourism.
About The Role
Every great day on Sydney Harbour starts in the workshop. As our Mechanic All Rounder, you’ll keep the Captain Cook Cruises fleet – including The Jackson, Sydney 2000 and Starship Sydney – safe, reliable and ready to sail. This is a role for a mechanic who loves variety and is trusted to get on with the job. One day it’s a planned service, the next it’s chasing down a fault before the afternoon cruise. You’ll plan your own work, make the call on repairs, and see jobs through from first spanner to sign-off – with the backing of a maintenance team that values craftsmanship, safety and pride in the job.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Diagnosing, repairing and maintaining marine diesel engines, generators, pumps, hydraulics and other vessel machinery
- Carrying out planned and preventative maintenance to keep vessels safe, compliant and on schedule
- Responding quickly to breakdowns and defects – working independently to get vessels back in service
- Planning and prioritising your own workload, balancing urgent repairs against scheduled maintenance
- Recording work orders, defects, parts and labour accurately in MEX
- Managing parts and workshop inventory, and letting the team know what needs ordering
- Working with vessel crews and the marine team to understand issues and keep operations running to schedule
- Keeping the workshop and work areas safe, tidy and organised
- Following safe work practices and reporting hazards, incidents and near-misses
- Looking for ways to improve reliability, and caring for the company’s vessels as if they were your own
About You
You’re an experienced, qualified mechanic who’s happiest with a problem to solve and a job to own. You’ve spent enough time around engines to trust your diagnosis, know when to ask for backup, and get the work done properly without someone looking over your shoulder. You keep tidy records, communicate clearly, and you’re as comfortable working through a planned service as you are dropping everything for an urgent breakdown on a busy day. Marine diesel or Scania experience will set you apart – but if you’re a diesel or heavy vehicle mechanic ready to trade the highway for the harbour, we’d love to hear from you.
Certificate III (or equivalent) in a mechanical trade - Essential
First Aid Certificate - Desirable
Mechanic All Rounder in Sydney employer: Journey Beyond
Journey Beyond is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work within Australia's leading experiential tourism business. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, we provide generous benefits including study assistance, private health discounts, and attractive travel discounts, all while fostering a collaborative and adventurous work culture. Join us in shaping unforgettable experiences across our iconic rail journeys, where your contributions will be valued and rewarded.
