Deckhand - Belaire Ferries

**The Opportunity**

Our client Belaire Ferries has been in the business of successfully moving people across the Waitemata Harbour to where they need to be for over 15 years. Based out of Hobsonville Marina, operating a fleet of passenger catamarans, they have become a key part of the community and place people first in every aspect of their business. This fundamental principle is core to their success to date.

We are looking for the next superstar to join their team as a Part-time Deckhand out on the stunning Waitemata Harbour.

While not the biggest, the business is very proud to hold the best customer satisfaction score for the Auckland ferry network. As a key part of the public transport network, they operate predominately Monday through Friday with occasional rostered weekend work to service Rakino Island.

**The Role**

The marine team reports to the Business Delivery Manager and while aboard your vessel the duty Deckhand(s) take instructions from the vessel’s Skipper. You will need to ensure that your vessel is always presented to the highest standard for those travelling onboard.

Working through the induction process, you will quickly become competent across the fleet while learning what makes Belaire Ferries different.

You will need to be able to demonstrate a natural ability to:

- Provide the highest level of customer service
- Champion passenger comfort and safety onboard
- Lead by example
- Adhere to company policy and procedures and maintain digital records

**The Essentials**

To be successful in being short listed you will need:

- Previous experience working on the water would be advantageous.
- QCD or SRL license or desire to complete one of these qualifications.
- Current workplace First Aid certificate.
- Physically fit and able to stand for long periods of time.
- Flexible positive attitude.

Professional development is at the heart of what the company does, and it is expected that regardless of position, everybody plays their part in the education and training process.

Hours of work
- Rotating roster Monday through Friday with the occasional Sunday work
- Shifts times vary throughout the day, but fall between 06.00 and 19.30 each day with a later finish on Friday nights

**The Perks**
- Paid professional development on approved courses
- Free vaccinations and paid time while receiving them
- Opportunity to work out on the water and gain commercial maritime qualifications
- Job security and stability
- Staff lounge always full of tasty treats for you to take your pick
- Free parking at the Hobsonville Marina base

**Renumeration**

Belaire Ferries has a transparent pay policy linked to the living wage, offering a base payrate that recognises previous industry experience and specific commercial maritime qualifications that you may hold.

**If you have “The Essentials” and want to know more, please follow the link to apply**

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