The PS Murray Princess is the largest inland paddle wheeler in the Southern Hemisphere. Accommodating a maximum of 120 guests for 3, 4 and 7-night cruises on the Murray River, leaving from Mannum, 87 kilometres from Adelaide. This stunning vessel attracts guests from all over Australia and the world, and cruises all year round.
About the role
With passenger numbers reaching capacity, this role provides a mix of working across various departments on the vessel. On any one day, you could be working in the bar, waiting on guests in the dining room, cabin cleaning or working in a Guest Services role.
All meals and accommodation on board the Murray Princess when rostered on duty are included. You are required to share a cabin with a fellow crew member, and uniforms are provided.
This position requires energy, commitment, initiative, teamwork, ability to multi-skill, time management, and a passion for exceptional customer service. Work either 3, 4 or 7-day cruises. This role is casual with shifts covering all cruises.
About You
- Proven strong guest / customer service skills - Essential
- Motivated with a 'Can-do' attitude
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to perform autonomously
- Proven ability to handle difficult situations
- Flexibility and reliability
These key requirements will be complemented by experience and skills in the following areas:
- Responsible Service of Alcohol - Essential if waiting on tables, or working in the bar
- Food Safety Certificate - Desirable
How to Apply
If this sounds like your dream job (and it is), we encourage you to apply. Applications close Friday 19 September 2025 or earlier if a suitable candidate is sourced.
The Murray Princess is branded as Captain Cook Cruises Pty Ltd and is part of the SeaLink Marine and Tourism division within the Kelsian Group - Australia’s largest integrated land and marine, tourism and public transport service provider with established international operations in London and Singapore.
With around 10,000 employees, the Kelsian Group is one of Australia’s most experienced and diverse multi-modal transport businesses operating around 5000 buses, 120 ferries and 24 light rail vehicles, carrying over 207 million customers per year.
We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
