Just saw this come up on a jobs website, would be a great job for a suitably experienced person 
The Skipper/ Engineer is responsible for day-to-day operation of Wild Mob's vessel 'Wild Cat' a 15.35m Crowther designed sailing catamaran, and supervising all in-water activities during Wild Mob's conservation expeditions.
We are looking for somebody willing to join a team that has attitude - we just get it done! Must be fun loving, willing to inspire and be inspired, and must have a sense of adventure.
Essential Qualifications:
Master Grade 5 and Marine Engineer Driver Grade 3
Padi Rescue Diver or SSI Diver Stress and Rescue qualifications or equivalent
A demonstrated commitment to the environment
You will need to be an outstanding team player, with excellent communication skills
A capacity to work flexible hours and be away from home for extended periods (up to a week at a time).
Further Information:
The Skipper / Engineer will be based in Mackay, North Queensland This is a full-time position.
nrmjobs.com.au/jobs/2018/20001323/Skipper_Engineer?utm_source=NRMjobs&utm_campaign=8e1af47965-NRMjobs%2C+5+April+2018_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_8cda2ee71f-8e1af47965-17115661
I think stipulating the Master/Engineer participate in diving operations is illegal.
If it is legal I think they should also be paying for a Coxswain on the crew to serve as back up in case of accident or misadventure.
It does say " The Skipper/ Engineer is responsible for day-to-day operation of the vessel and supervising all in-water activities."
Supervising suggests being on deck during diving activities.
I've been on a few (fishing) charters where the skipper was also the dive master. I'm not sure if it is federal or state laws.
I saw this mob mob last year doing a weeks work on Middle Percy. They were doing a great job, but if the skipper is also expected to do the volunteer job as well, it won't be worth the 70k in my opinion (unless it was treated as a semi retirement job in which case is very good money and a noble cause).
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I've been on a few (fishing) charters where the skipper was also the dive master. I'm not sure if it is federal or state laws.
I saw this mob mob last year doing a weeks work on Middle Percy. They were doing a great job, but if the skipper is also expected to do the volunteer job as well, it won't be worth the 70k in my opinion (unless it was treated as a semi retirement job in which case is very good money and a noble cause).
There's definitely a growth in these type of companies where they charge tourists to do environmental work. On the same jobs page there's an ad looking for 2 interns to supervise volunteers to work with turtles at Ningaloo for 8 weeks for airfares and food. The 12 volunteers pay $1,300 each for the privilege.
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if the skipper is also expected to do the volunteer job as well, it won't be worth the 70k in my opinion
Yeah, I thought it was a bit light on for the job ask.
