Vanuatu
BOAT CAPTAIN
Ratua Island Resort • Full-time
Boat Captain
Location: Ratua Private Island Resort, Vanuatu
Ratua Private Island Resort is seeking an experienced and reliable Boat Captain to join our marine operations team. This role is ideal for a safety-focused and responsible professional with excellent knowledge of local waters and a strong commitment to providing safe and enjoyable marine experiences for guests.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate and navigate the resort’s boats and marine vessels
- Conduct guest transfers, lagoon trips, fishing trips, sightseeing, and other marine activities
- Ensure the safe embarkation and disembarkation of guests
- Monitor weather, tides, sea conditions, and other factors affecting safe vessel operations
- Ensure compliance with maritime safety requirements and resort SOPs
- Conduct regular checks and basic maintenance of the boat, engine, and safety equipment
- Identify and report any mechanical or safety issues promptly
- Maintain accurate records of boat trips, fuel usage, and maintenance
- Provide guests with safety briefings and excellent customer service
- Assist with snorkelling, fishing, diving, and other marine activities when required
- Ensure the boat, equipment, and surrounding marine area are kept clean and well maintained
Requirements
- Valid Captain/Boat Master licence (Vanuatu or recognised international equivalent)
- Minimum 2–3 years’ experience operating boats or passenger/charter vessels
- Strong knowledge of local waters, tides, weather, and navigation
- Basic engine maintenance and troubleshooting skills
- First Aid and Sea Survival certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong communication and guest service skills
- Responsible, reliable, and safety-conscious attitude
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays
- Ability and willingness to live and work on a remote island
Desirable
- Previous experience in a resort, tourism, or marine environment
- Experience operating fishing or charter vessels
- Experience with guest transfers and marine excursions
- Knowledge of sustainable marine and environmental practices
- Additional marine or boat-handling certifications
How to Apply
Please send your CV and copies of relevant licences and certifications to:
Resort Manager – Ratua Resort Limited
Email: galo@ratua.com
Applications close: 3 September 2026
Requirements
- Safely operate and navigate the resort’s boats and marine vessels
- Conduct guest transfers, lagoon trips, fishing trips, sightseeing, and other marine activities
- Ensure the safe embarkation and disembarkation of guests
- Monitor weather, tides, sea conditions, and other factors affecting safe vessel operations
- Ensure compliance with maritime safety requirements and resort SOPs
- Conduct regular checks and basic maintenance of the boat, engine, and safety equipment
- Identify and report any mechanical or safety issues promptly
- Maintain accurate records of boat trips, fuel usage, and maintenance
- Provide guests with safety briefings and excellent customer service
- Assist with snorkelling, fishing, diving, and other marine activities when required
- Ensure the boat, equipment, and surrounding marine area are kept clean and well maintained
- Valid Captain/Boat Master licence (Vanuatu or recognised international equivalent)
- Minimum 2–3 years’ experience operating boats or passenger/charter vessels
- Strong knowledge of local waters, tides, weather, and navigation
- Basic engine maintenance and troubleshooting skills