The Kingfisher Project is under girded by a staff team of both longer and short term workers some of which work on a volunteer basis contributing even their own living expenses whilst others are supported through the ministry’s financial income gained through programs offered and donations from many around the world that have been inspired to support this work for the glory of God and the extension of His kingdom.
Please note that training opportunities are provided for crew and all longer term positions require a probationary period usually a minimum of 3 months.
Crew Training
For those interested in getting training or further experience and sea miles with the purposes to qualify for coastal or offshore skipper and yacht master ocean certificates, training opportunities are now provided aboard the “Encounter” each year. Contact us for further information.
Short Term Positions
| position | job description | experience / qualifications | period of year |
|---|---|---|---|
| deckhand | responsible for the physical needs of the boat above and below deck | a cheerful outlook and willingness to learn and work hard. | Apr to Oct minimum half-season |
| ship chaplain | leads devotionals bible teaching worship and offers counseling | has pastoral /bible teaching experience in a church or mission organization | Apr to Oct minimum full sailaway program |
| Carpenter/handyman | general maintenance work incl. painting and woodwork | handyman prior work in the field | Mar, Apr or Nov one or more weeks |
| diesel mechanic | responsible for service of engines | qualified diesel mechanic with at least 2 yrs experience in the field | Mar, Apr or Nov one or more weeks |
| maintenance help | routine maintenance and upgrade projects | mechanical aptitude, handyman skills with a willingness to work hard | Nov to April one or more weeks |
| cook | preparing all meals for guests/students. Total group size up to 18 persons | prior cooking experience would be needed. | June, July and August. |
Long Term Positions
| position | job description | experience / qualifications | period of service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skipper | responsible as master of the ship and safety and wellbeing of all aboard. | Yachtmaster offshore licence, min. 2 years experience as skipper on yachts of at least 50ft. | Mar to Nov minimum of 3 years. |
| Mate | responsible to assist the skipper in his responsibilities | Yachtmaster offshore license, min. 1-year experience on yachts as a deckhand. | Mar to Nov minimum of 3 years |
| Deckhand | responsible to keep things shipshape and assist with boat handling tasks | Qualifications, equivalent to “competent crew” certificate, and one season experience in this position. | Mar to Nov minimum of 3 years. |
| Cook | responsible for ships food provisions and cooking for all aboard | Experience of a year as a cook / chef. | Mar to Nov minimum of 3 years. |