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Job Title: PADI Divemaster Intern

• Full Time Exchange Programme (See inclusions)
• Approximately 40 hours per week for approximately 16 weeks: 10SEP21 – 31JAN22 & 01FEB22 - 31MAY22
  
• Remote location

We are looking for a PADI Divemaster Intern for our small business on World Heritage listed Lord Howe Island. Applicants should be passionate about SCUBA diving and the environment, physically fit and have a friendly disposition. Applicants should also be prepared for living on a remote island.

The intern will report to Aaron and Lisa Ralph, business owners as well as their OWSI mentor. Please refer to the Job Description for a list of responsibilities, skills and experience required.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: PADI Divemaster Intern

JOB TYPE: Full Time Internship Exchange Programme

LOCATION: Pro Dive Lord Howe Island Dive Shed – 2 Lagoon Road, Lord Howe Island NSW 2898

SUPERVISOR/MANAGER: Aaron Ralph – OWSI / Coxswain / Pro Dive Lord Howe Island Director

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Dive Leader Role: Once trained, be responsible for leading up to 12 divers at a variety of dive sites. Refer to Dive Leader Expectations PDF
• Deck Hand Role: Once trained, assist on the Pro Dive Lord Howe Island vessel in a deckhand position. Refer to Deck Hand Expectations PDF
• Pro Dive Lord Howe Island Shop Role: “Front of Shed Roles” and “Back of Shed Roles”
• Open and close Pro Dive Lord Howe Island shed
• Dive gear set up and pack down for all divers including gear care
• Fill SCUBA tanks using SCUBA compressor
• Gear rental: Dive gear, Snorkel Gear, SUP, Kayak, Underwater Camera, etc
• Retail sales
• Coordinate and carry out all office administration including reception, managing money, client accounts, mail, couriers, greeting clients, and filing
• Perform stocktake checks
• Assist customers and ensure all their needs are met
• Adhere to all training deadlines
• Be punctual, well groomed, courteous and professional
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace, and abide by workplace health and safety policies and procedures

 SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

 Qualifications:

• Advanced Open Water or Deep SCUBA Certification
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Valid Drivers Licence
• Australian Citizen / Resident or valid VISA

Prerequisites:

• Minimum 18 years old
• Medically evaluated and cleared for recreational diving by a physician within 6 months
• First Aid Certificate within 12 months

Experience:

• Minimum dives – 20 preferred, inform us if you have less
• Boating experience preferred
• Previous work experience in a customer service role

Skills:

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Word and Excel)
• Intermediate Mac skills (iPhoto and Mail)
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Organised and able to meet deadlines

PERFORMANCE GOALS:

• Meet PADI Divemaster course standards. To be disussed in detail with your PADI OWSI
• Complete administration tasks accurately and on time
• Deal with clients, suppliers and other team members professionally at all times
• Ensure office is clean and presentable at all times

END OF JOB DESCRIPTION

Although this is an unpaid position, please see a list of inclusions:

• Return flights from SYD/BNE to LDH
• Transfers to and from LDH Airport
• Accommodation on Lord Howe Island (excluding telephone)
• Internet and Phone access
• Dive packs for PADI courses. Nitrox and Gas Blender also offered.
• All boat and shore dives
• Use of SCUBA equipment
• Pro Dive Lord Howe Island uniform
• Training, guidance and support

If you are interested in this position, please email lisa@divelordhowe.com with:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Preferred dates

Applications will close 30th April 2021.