First Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on May 27, 2026. NRMA scores B on the Alion truth index.
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 ongoing expansion of our fleet, we are seeking a First Engineer who is well presented, has a bright attitude and a team orientated individual to join our onboard Engineering team.
What You'll Do
Duties of the role include, but are not limited to:
- Continued ongoing development and implementation of a Preventative Maintenance Program;
- Ordering of parts and equipment as required;
- Maintenance of firefighting equipment and safety gear;
- Engine maintenance and the cleanliness and general condition of the engine room including the emptying of used oil tanks;
- Maintenance of the pumps, hydraulic equipment, electrical equipment, lighting, and bridge equipment;
- Checking of voids and steering equipment;
- Bunkering of fuel and oil as required;
- Check and action the maintenance logbook;
- Comply with oil pollution regulations and maintain the oil record book;
- Comply with all regulations, ISM, codes of conduct and standards;
- Stand watch unless emergency mechanical and electrical matters need attention;
- Presentations and Engine room tours for guests;
- Responsible for the safety orientation of all new crew members as required.
What You'll Bring
The minimum requirements are:
- Engineer Class 1 or 2 (STCW95);
- Engineer Watchkeeper CoC with First Engineer endorsement;
- ASSB;
- Crowd control and Crisis Management;
- International AMSA Medical;
- First Aid or Medical Care on Ships & CPR;
- Passport
- MSIC Card;
- Passenger ship experience preferred.
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!