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2.0
Yardhand
Jan 2026
Murarrie QLD 4172Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Safe way is the only way - but only when its convenient
The good thingsTelling my manager that I cant carry out work as directed because he doenst order tools, going home and working beside some of the best souls
The challengesWorking without material and tools, management (!)
1 person found this helpful
5.0
Chef
Dec 2025
Fraser Island QLD 45813 to 4 years in the role, current employee
Busy, supportive kitchen with real room to grow
The good thingsWhat I’ve genuinely enjoyed most is the team culture and the pace of service. It’s a kitchen where everyone pulls in the same direction — you’re supported, people communicate, and there’s a real sense of pride in what goes out.
I’ve also enjoyed the variety and the standard. You’re not just doing the same thing on repeat — you get to work across different sections, learn new skills, and be part of a crew that cares about consistency, presentation, and getting it right, even when it’s busy.
On top of that, it’s a great environment for development. There’s opportunity to step up, take ownership, and improve your craft with leaders who are hands-on and happy to share knowledge.
The challengesThe main challenge is the pace during peak periods — when it’s busy, it’s busy, and you need to stay organised, communicate well, and keep standards consistent under pressure.
If anything could be improved, it would be a few small efficiency tweaks that make those rushes feel smoother: tighter alignment on prep and par levels. Nothing major — just the kind of refinements that help the kitchen stay one step ahead and make a good service feel even better.
1 person found this helpful
1.0
Master/engineering
Nov 2025
Perth WA 6000Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Constant and consistent Job adds should of been a clear enough red flag.The EBA is a joke.
The good thingsThe crew are nice and friendly.
The challengesSub par working conditions. Poor organisation and management.
1 person found this helpful
5.0
Deckhand
Oct 2025
Fremantle WA 6160Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Working in a lovely environment is a one of great experiences.. like working with sealink perth
The good thingsThe people in kelsian perth is so warming and professional .. love to work with them
The challengesMaybe .. New boat .. 😍😍😍
1.0
Chef
Sep 2025
Fraser Island QLD 45811 to 2 years in the role, former employee
It was okay. But I hope they would change. You get burnout.
The good thingsAccommodation is good.
The challengesMis manage by upper management. They don’t value how much work and effort you put into your work.
2.0
Reservations Agent
Jun 2025
Perth WA 60003 to 4 years in the role, former employee
Management that makes your miserableDo not work here if you value your mental health.
Don't get me wrong I have made life long friends and walked away with some skills that have helped me in new positions but the management team of Sealink Western Australia are a joke.
From the insensitive jokes and comments made about women by the GM to cruelty of the Marketing Manager there is something rotten and unwelcoming around every corner.
The biggest lie they tell is that your "ONE TEAM" a pillar of their values that is disproven time and time again.
Save yourself the heartache.
6 people found this helpful
1.0
Qualified Deckhand
Feb 2025
Rottnest Island WA 61611 to 2 years in the role, former employee
Confidence and soul crushers!!!!!
The good thingsThe Crew and some Masters made it worth while, as they want to see you grow in the maritime industry as the boats are known for seasonal/stepping stone jobs
The challengesSealink WAs management is outrageously poor. Operational need is a high value for them and they have no respect for long standing crew.
They consistently make promises to crew they know they CAN NOT keep. They will not give you progression here and consistently lie.
5 people found this helpful
1.0
Deck Crew
Oct 2023
Fremantle WA 61601 to 2 years in the role, former employee
Both good and bad, wish they would spend the time making it better for crew
The good thingsAwesome working with great crew and getting to work around Rottnest Island.
The challengesManagement were horrible and pay wasn't good.
3 people found this helpful
2.0
bus driver
Aug 2023
Adelaide SA 5000Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
can be a rewarding job at times but mostly highly stressful due to inaction from management on these issues.
The good thingshelping the polite passengers get to work, or the elderly to be independent
The challengesno full safety screen for drivers safety, when dealing with anti social passengers you're told to just 'keep driving they'll get off eventually', unsupportive management.
6 people found this helpful
5.0
Marketing & Reservations Departments
Jan 2023
7 to 8 years in the role, current employee
Proud to be part of the team & contributing to its success!
The good thingsPositive, engaging, encouraging team & management. Opportunities for growth. The company is dedicated to improvement & it's rewarding to be part of that. Benefits that allow you to explore some amazing & unique places in Australia.
The challengesStaffing shortages being felt across the industry
1.0
Bus Driver
Dec 2022
1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
Highly stressful work due to the constant threat of physical altercations from unruly passengers.
The good thingsFlexibility as a casual employee (had been transferred across when the contract changed over).
The challengesLack of driver security, no full-screen dividers and no top cover from management, won't employ ticket inspectors on services. No pay rise commiserate with inflation increases.
No action from employee input or suggestions either.
5 people found this helpful
5.0
Recruitment Role
Dec 2022
Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
I'm proud to be part of SeaLink K'gari. I feel valued and love sharing the employee benefits with my family and friends!
The good thingsStrong team culture
Career progression
Supportive Managers
Flexible working arrangements
Fun!
The challengesGeneral hospitality staffing shortages across the industry.
1 person found this helpful
1.0
Manager
Feb 2022
Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Wouldn't want to repeat it
The good thingsThe islands
Some of the external connections
The challengesManagement was difficult and asked the impossible.
Salary was poor and sometimes found myself working all night.
8 people found this helpful
1.0
Crew Member
Aug 2021
Learnt a lot but management are seriously lacking
The good thingsThe crew were mostly fantastic to work with
The challengesLow pay. Full time contract not worth the paper it's written on. Management are over bearing and have no clue what they are doing. Management will happily tear you down in front of others. Would not recommend Sealink WA to anyone
12 people found this helpful
1.0
Deckhand
Aug 2019
All Australia1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
Worst place I have ever worked!
The good thingsA good team on the boat
The challengesManagement was very poor and arrogant. Management punishes you if you apply for other jobs to better yourself and your career because there is no career progression with the company.
10 people found this helpful
5.0
Sales and Marketing Assistant
Jul 2018
Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Would go back in a Heartbeat :)
The good thingsI Loved the customer interaction and all the different people you come across from all walks of life. Working for Sealink NT was Awesome.
If I ever move back hopefully I can get back in. The opportunities were there, and the team was great, very family like.
The challengesNothing, I loved it all
1.0
Engineering Technician
Jun 2018
Worst environmet on earth soul crushing experience
The good thingsGoing home,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
The challengesManagement treat you like a child
8 people found this helpful
5.0
Head of Development
Oct 2017
7 to 8 years in the role, current employee
Working with an agile team of skilled overachievers
The good thingsFantastic working environment, great culture, young, dynamic and highly skilled team.
The challengesResources allocation insufficient to meet expectations.
2 people found this helpful
5.0
Master/ Engineer/ Deckhand
Aug 2017
Constant Progression and Experience
The good thingsGreat Pay & Career Development
The challengesTiming and Schedules, Maintaining Crew Morale
1 person found this helpful
4.0
Master
Sep 2016
Professional progressive company
The good thingsNew vessels and supportive management at all levels.
The challengesWork/life balance and shift work.
3.0
Mate/Engineer
Sep 2016
Mate/Engineer on various vessels in Gladstone.
The good thingsAlways know your going to be paid.
The challengesSplit shifts and night shift hours are hard to adjust to.
2 people found this helpful
5.0
Business Development Coordinator
Sep 2015
Great experience - with no regrets!
The good thingsExcellent product to sell and promote and share with both agents and direct clients. My colleagues and life-long friends I have made along the way.
The challengesKeeping Communication channels open between all departments and ensuring everyone is on the same page for new promotions/campaigns.
5.0
Deckhand
Sep 2015
1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
Honestly the best job I've ever had!
The good thingsWatching the world go by, up and down the river
The challengeslong hours
5.0
Engineer / senior
Sep 2015
majestic boat beautifall sceanery every day
The good thingsgood team to work with
The challengesstaying healthy due to close proximity and poor quality staff meals
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