SSI Divemaster Traineeship course will enhance your skill & safety in the water

Our SSI Divemaster Traineeship provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of professional diving while gaining valuable experience in the stunning waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, an ocean lover, or simply someone who wants to learn, this programme will help you become a skilled and confident dive professional.

Get hands-on experience and become a certified SSI Dive Professional.

Our Divemaster Trainee (DMT) Programmes have scheduled start times that vary throughout the year based on operational needs. After reading the following information, please carefully consider whether this commitment is right for you.

Duration	90 Days 4 months min.
Dives	6 training dives minimum
Price	Traineeship

Future opportunities,
SSI training may be offered for

• Rescue Diver
• Dive Guide
• Science of Diving (combined with the Dive Guide, gives you Divemaster)
• Deep Diving Specialty
• Navigation Specialty
• Night & Limited Visibility Specialty

You will also learn practical day-to-day skills to make you highly employable in the dive tourism industry!

Important Notes:

The traineeship consists of 90 days at sea, spread across a fortnightly roster of
5 days work – 3 days off – 4 days work – 2 days off.

You will work on our day boat (Reef Experience) and liveaboard vessel (Reef Encounter). You will need to find accommodation during your stay in Cairns while working on Reef Experience and on your days off. Meals and accommodation are provided onboard Reef Encounter during your stay.

Please allow for a 4-month traineeship duration with no travel plans, as no extra time off can be taken during this time.

Prerequisites

• Open Water Diver Certification (minimum)
• Valid WORKING HOLIDAY VISA (minimum), Australian permanent residency, or citizenship
• Alternate form of financial support for the traineeship duration
• Enthusiasm for customer service, hard work, and diving

You will need to pay for

• First Aid Certification and Oxygen Provider (HLTAID003 and HLTAID007)
  *Must be booked within 2 weeks from traineeship start date
• Occupational Dive Medical AS 2299.1 (available at Cairns 24-Hour Medical Centre)
  *Must be provided to HR before traineeship start date
• Divemaster kit $75 (purchased through our Dive Centre at cost price)
• Advanced Adventurer (Optional – no longer needed to complete divemaster traineeship)

Our DMT Programme will teach you real-world skills for a long-term career in the diving industry, and you will have an excellent opportunity of getting a job with us once you finish.

If you want to become a SSI Divemaster aboard Reef Encounter, please email a copy of your resume to [email protected]