Boat Skipper Trainee

Launch Your Maritime Career with Sealink today! 

Join SeaLink South Australia—one of the state’s most trusted and well-established transport providers—while completing two nationally recognised qualifications supported by MRAEL.

You’ll begin with the essential Shipboard Safety Skillset, followed by completing a qualification in Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 (MED2). Here, you’ll gain hands-on experience assisting in the operation and maintenance of marine engines on commercial vessels.

Once you complete your MED2, you will progress to the Master 5 Skipper Grade 3 qualification—opening the door to applying for your command accreditation in the future.

This structured pathway sets you up for a long-term, dynamic career in the maritime industry opening the door to one day become a future Marine Engineer or Skipper! 

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support daily ferry operations transporting passengers and freight between Cape Jervis and Kangaroo Island
• Assist Engineers with scheduled maintenance including coolant replacement, bellows, oil changes and refuelling
• Support the Ferry Café crew as needed, providing customer service
• Engage in vessel operations including navigation support, cleaning, security, and general ferry/wharf maintenance

Roster: 7 days on / 7 days off (Wednesday–Tuesday), including weekends and public holidays.

What’s In It For You

• Nationally recognised Certificate III in Maritime Operations
• Work with a global, ASX-listed company
• All training fees, uniforms, and PPE provided
• National travel benefits (employee-level perks)
• Ongoing mentoring from industry professionals
• A dedicated MRAEL consultant to support you throughout your traineeship
• Clear career pathways in roles such as Seafarer, Marine Engine Driver, Coastal Driver, Ferry Driver and beyond

About You

We’re looking for applicants who are motivated, reliable, and enthusiastic about building a maritime career.

Essential:

• Reside near Cape Jervis or on Kangaroo Island
• Car and driver’s licence
• Current National Police Clearance
• Comfortable working at heights and within confined spaces
• Willing to undertake formal on-the-job training towards your Certificate III

About MRAEL

MRAEL is a leading provider of vocational training and trainee support, committed to helping individuals build long-term careers through quality training pathways and industry partnerships.

Ready to step into a skilled and exciting maritime career? Apply today.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.