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Divemaster/ Divemaster trainee

Scuba Diving jobs — Sat, 12 May 2012 02:45:54 +0000

Become a Dive Master / divemaster trainee while working with kids 100 miles from New York City in Country setting. We need 4 Divemaster Trainees or divemasters for this summer. All certifications are included in this program and Candidates pay nothing for the training. Lodging is included for the summer. You will do over 100 dives in a 2 plus month period. Use of dive Gear is included. Clean driver license a plus though not required. We will help you get a job at the end of your training. All you need is the interest and love of diving.

Instructor Wanted for PADI Divecentre on small island resort in Komodo.

Scuba Diving jobs — Sat, 12 May 2012 02:36:48 +0000

Kanawa Island Diving at the Kanawa Beach Bungalow Resort on the edge of Komodo Marine Park is looking for an Instructor to join our small team. Suitable applicants will have experience working as an Instructor on all levels of PADI courses from DSD to Divemaster, a friendly and outgoing personality, willing to help with all aspects of running our busy little divecentre including guiding, filling tanks, paperwork/office work etc etc. Good english essential and other languages an advantage, most of our guests are backpackers/travellers from Europe. You will be working alongside Ed the owner and PADI Instructor, Willy our local DM and our local boat and island staff. Kanawa is a small and secluded island with basic accomodation in a fabulous location with a great housereef for courses and fun dives as well as 2 boats offering daily trips to the National Park for diving in one of the most beautiful and divers marine environments on the planet. If you are looking for a party place then this job is not for you but if you are looking for great diving and a beautiful island to call home then please get in touch. Salary negotiable with basic accomodation provided and a food/drinks deal with the islands restaurant included. We are looking for an immediate start if possible but a KITAS work visa is needed for foreign employees in Indonesia and this is complicated and expensive so we will insist upon a minimum 6 month contract with 1 year preferred to cover these costs.

Please contact ed@kanawaislanddiving.com with a current CV for more information.

Divemaster or Divemaster trainee/Instructor or instructor trainee

Scuba Diving jobs — Sat, 12 May 2012 02:28:21 +0000

No experience necessary. Must love diving and be able and willing to work with kids age 8 to 17 years old. Job involves mainly working with kids. Located in the Catskill Mountains of New York, USA. Lots of woods and lakes. If you are a divemaster or instructor, part of your remuneration could be multi-agency ( Tech or Sport) instructor upgrade. Contract is from June 1 to august 20th every summer (2 ½ Months). We have a number of openings. Expect to do about 100 or more dives in local lakes. We provide Sport and technical diving certifications for students, divemaster ratings and Instructor ratings. Lodging can be inclusive. Gear use included. Boat experience a plus. Driver license a plus. We offer work study programs with 0 training fees or pay our Divemasters/Instructors. We represent 8 internationally recognized sports and technical diving SCUBA agencies.

Please contact us at scubascience@hotmail.com. Phone us at 845 791 5119

Finding the Correct Job

Scuba Diving jobs — Mon, 07 May 2012 22:51:07 +0000

Now that you have successfully passed your PADI Instructor Exam, it’s time to start looking for the perfect scuba job in paradise and many dive jobs are exactly that, however to use an old cliché, it’s a veritable minefield out there, and if you’re not careful, the wrong job may well cost you an arm and a leg. For this reason, it’s worth approaching prospective dive employers with a little bit of caution before gallivanting half way across the world with your dive kit.
One important thing to note is that very few of the available scuba diving jobs are advertised over the internet or at least for very long. For PADI instructors, an employment forum is available on their website but a quick look will tell you that only a handful of positions are listed, and most of those are posted by dive center employers who have very specific requirements, such as the ability to speak more than one language, or possession of an associated diving-related skill such as a boat captain’s license.
Do not fear, however! Although they might not be so heavily advertised, the perfect dive instructor jobs are out there, you just have to look a little bit further than the classified ads to find them. One reason for this is that although there is a large community of traveling dive professionals, it can be rather a small world, and so if a position becomes available, then a “friend of a friend of a former employer” might be on the telephone to tell you all about it. Put two instructors who have never met in the same room together, and it’s very likely that they will soon discover they have shared mutual friendships and experiences. Word of mouth counts for a lot in the dive industry, so if it’s your first time, then here’s how to go about finding your dream job in diving.
Firstly, exposure is the key – rather than waiting for the jobs to come to you, start by contacting as many dive centres as possible in the locations you wish to work. You might be able to find their contact details from a local tourist website, and dive centres often advertise any vacancies they might have on their own websites, rather than on a dedicated employment forum. Make sure you write a good cover letter full of enthusiasm and attach a well-constructed CV, one that stands out from the pile when the operations manager starts looking for potential new dive staff.
When it comes to CVs, you can be sure that jobs offered in popular locations will have many applicants and your personality needs to shine through on your professionsal dive CV as well as in real life. If you write “hard working and dedicated with good inter-personal skills” then so bit it – but be warned that everybody puts that on a CV, and it is by default required for the dive industry, so managers don’t need to know what they already expect of you; instead tell your prospective employers why they should employ you, as opposed to all the other hard working instructors out there.
If it’s possible, having face-to-face contact with prospective dive centres may well enhance your chances of success, especially if you plan to work in an area where there is a large contingent of freelance staff. The advent of Skype has made this process a little easier, but don’t forget that Internet coverage in tropical “developing” nations might not be as technically advanced as we have become used to in Europe and America. If you do find yourself traveling through an area that interests you, it certainly can’t hurt to spend a few days wandering around the local dive centres with copies of your CV. Don’t worry though – although it’s nice to be able to put a face to a name, dive operators are well aware that it’s not possible to travel half way around the world just for a job interview, but if you can’t be there in person, then make sure you stand out from the crowd when communicating over e-mail.
Research the locations you wish to work carefully, and make sure you understand the cost of living in those areas. If you don’t already have a job to go to, you may find that you spend a few weeks with no income and having to find yourself guest accommodation, so it’s a good idea to have enough money behind you to be able to comfortably exist in your destination of choice without pay. Think of it as a holiday!
Also make sure you understand the work permit requirements of the country in which you wish to work. In most cases, you’re allowed to enter the country on a tourist visa and then look for work, but try to find out in advance. Many dive centers will give you that advice even if they don’t want to hire you right away, and if you already have a job to go to, then the employer should be able to help you with obtaining the work permit, or at least point you in the right direction if you need other paperwork to be completed before you arrive.
In terms of qualifications, the best chance of gaining employment in the first place is to be certified as an instructor. There are positions for divemasters out there, but they tend to be apprenticeships – as in, you work unpaid but receive your instructor training at no cost – and unless you have the financial backing to work through this sort of apprenticeship, it’s far better to extend your stay at a Career Development Centre and work towards becoming an instructor before you start looking for work. Also, make sure that the agency under which you have qualified is relevant to the area in which you will be teaching. For example – NAUI has a big presence in America, CMAS is big in Europe and BSAC is the British agency, but they have very little outlet in some of the more popular resort locations, where PADI and SSI have pretty much saturated the market. If you plan to travel with your trade, make sure you’re employable in the countries you wish to visit!
Consider the MSDT (or equivalent) rating – as in PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer. This is a Scuba instructor who is able to teach continuing education courses such as specialties, beyond the basic Open Water courses (Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver and Divemaster, for PADI instructors). In many locations, the focus is on intro-dives and beginner courses, in which case the basic Instructor rating will be fine, but the specialties are not difficult to come by, and add a number of feathers to your cap. It’s also in your interest to be able to add some variety to your working life, because repetition in any job – even in paradise – can take the shine away just a little, and being able to show off more of your skills just makes your dive students want to come back!
As you will learn during your Instructor training, there are many things that can add to your list of things that make you a more valuable employee. These include the ability to speak more than one language fluently, perhaps some experience sailing boats or repairing diesel engines; ability to work with computers and maybe some sales experience. All can be useful, although these are secondary skills, and not necessarily required in order to secure gainful employment. If you have them, add them to your CV anyway!
But – the most important asset you require to get a job is an ability to shine through as a competent, confident, knowledgeable and entertaining dive professional. On your first day at work, don’t sit around waiting to be told what to do – get stuck in and help out as if you’ve been working there for a year already! If you want to work at a dive centre but you don’t have a job, try to spend a day with them – you might be given a free ride on the dive boat – for example, and here’s a chance for you to prove your worth. Engage with the other customers, perhaps you’re able to solve a small problem while the other instructor is busy, even assist a diver who has a bit of a wobble under the water. Help with the gear and the tanks, demonstrate your knowledge and talent.
You might not be given work straight away, but if you stand out, then chances are you’ll be first on the other end of the telephone when the operations manager needs to cover for a sick instructor, or a sudden upturn in business, and dive centre managers talk to each other, so when another manager phones a friend asking if they have any spare instructors available, the reply will be “no, but I know somebody you might like to try out”.
It might take a little while to get established, but once you get your first job, demonstrate that you are passionate about your work and stand out above the crowd, there’s no better set of references than positive feedback from your customers, and once you find you’ve got your foot stuck firmly in the door, you’ll find that it quickly opens to a whole world of diving possibilities! Good Luck!

Dive Travel Agent Required

Scuba Diving jobs — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 11:31:47 +0000

Fly & Sea Dive Adventures www.flyandsea.com is looking for a:

Dive Travel Specialist:
- full time sales Monday – Friday
- involves selling worldwide dive travel packages
- handling customer inquiries by email & phone
- selling soft adventure travel & related products (hotels, air, insurance)
- developing & maintaining client relationships
- deep passion to serve the travel needs of individual divers, dive groups, stores & associations
- International travel & diving* experience is essential
- Excellent communication skills (written & verbal)
- Passion for travel & nature
- Team player
- Minimum 2 years travel agency/wholesaler experience preferably related
to the adventure travel market
- Strong attention to detail & exceptional organizational skills
- Friendly & positive attitude with a good sense of humor
- Ability to multi-task & ability to work independently
- Highly motivated in all aspects of dive travel
- Proficient computer skills & with airline bookings

If you fit this profile and want to join a successful team please send your resume
with cover letter, including travel history to: diving@flyandsea.com

Applicants not including cover letter & travel history will not be considered.

Remuneration: base salary plus commission, benefits plan.

*must be willing to become a certified diver within one year.

Diving Safety Officer

Scuba Diving jobs — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 10:44:03 +0000

Start Date: January 2012

The SFS Center for Marine Resource Studies in South Caicos, Turks & Caicos Islands – B.W.I seeks an enthusiastic, team-oriented individual to serve as part of a residential team of faculty and staff that delivers an interdisciplinary, hands-on learning experience to students spending a semester or summer abroad.

Position Summary:

Under the general direction of the Center Director, the Diving Safety Officer/Marine Operations Coordinator (DSO/MOC) is responsible for a variety of support duties associated with SFS/CMRS sponsored academic and scientific activities on and underwater in order to ensure these activities are carried out in an effective and safe manner in accordance with SFS and CMRS specific policies.

The DSO oversees the routine operational authority for the diving and waterfront programs, including conducting training, leading dives (and snorkels), certification, and skill assessment for activities based out of the waterfront including but not limited to swimming, snorkeling, boat driving, and SCUBA diving. This is a hands-on position and involves frequent SCUBA diving and boat driving.

Minimum Qualifications:

TCI work authorization required or ability to obtain
Active status SCUBA diving instructor’s certification from a nationally recognized agency (i.e., PADI, NAUI, and NOAA, CMAS)
First Aid/CPR instructor
Oxygen administration instructor
Extensive small boat handling experience
Experience in outboard engine troubleshooting and mechanics
Related experience with an academic institution
Experience with marine rescue and hazard identification

Apply at:

http://fieldstudies.catsone.com/careers/index.php?m=portal&a=details&jobOrderID=706841

DI – Mornington Peninsula, Australia – Casual Position

Scuba Diving jobs — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:33:44 +0000

Dive Instructor – Casual Position

We are an expanding PADI Dive Resort. We operate 3 accommodation facilities and a retail store in addition to the dive side of operations. We run a range of activities including sea kayaking, snorkel and dive programs plus a range of marine education for schools.

We consider ourselves a highly professional organization with sound structure and high standards of diving education & customer service which is proved by our excellent track record. Bayplay is the State Tourism Award Winner for Adventure Tourism and has also won awards for innovation and environmental sustainability.

About you…

We are looking for a locally based enthusiastic, outgoing and self-motivated Dive Instructor. Applicants must be in Australia by the 1st of August to apply for this casual position. Our Dive Operations based in Portsea on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria.

Your main role will be training divers and running marine education programs both in the classroom as well as in the water. You will run guided dives and snorkel tours for individuals and groups. Groups are a major component of our business including cruise ship clients and school groups, so experience in these areas is an advantage. We pride ourselves on personalized service and going that extra mile.

You will need to be fluent in English, have a full drivers license, and be available to start by the 9th of August 2011. You will also organize your own work permit.

If you think you’re up to the job, send an email with current CV and photograph to [pay]manager@bayplay.com.au[/pay]

SARDINIA – DM WANTED

Scuba Diving jobs — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:33:46 +0000

We are looking for a male Dm from the 10th of August till the end of September
Please send you cv and your picture to [pay]info@argonauta.it[/pay]

Polish/Russian speaking Instructor for Crete

Scuba Diving jobs — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:33:48 +0000

If you are polish instructor and you can speak russian and english than this position is for you. Very good conditions, very nice people and lots of fun . Really its good place to work. Send your cv to [pay]info@diversclub-crete.gr[/pay]

Instructor/sales staff needed ASAP – Thailand

Scuba Diving jobs — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 00:33:51 +0000

We’re looking for any instructor interested in joining our team, in Koh Phangan, Thailand.

We do need someone right away, therefor, we will only accept instructors currently in south-east Asia…

Please send us an personal letter and where you’re currently staying, with an attached CV containing at least on picture to [pay]piratediversthailand@gmail.com[/pay]