Position Vacant: Relief Fishing Guides at Dhipirri
Dhipirri Barra and Sportfishing Lodge is always happy to add quality individuals to join our team of fishing guides during our season that runs from March-December each year.
You will be working under Dhipirri owner Darren Nickolls who has vast experience in the industry, and has been expertly training guides at Dhipirri since 2013.
Position Vacant: Expressions of interest for Relief Guides for 2026.
Location: Dhipirri Barra and Sportfishing Lodge, East Arnhem Land, Northern Territory.
Starting Date: We currently have our openings for full time guides filled, however opportunities do open up for relief guides during the season. We’d love to have a chat if that’s something you would like to explore, with the possibility of it becoming full time in the future should a spot open up.
What we are looking for:
- True desire to have a career in guiding.
- Must have knowledge of fishing, especially Barramundi.
- Must conduct yourself in a professional, courteous, and respectful manner.
- Must must must be a people person – it is extremely important to be able to interact and establish good relationships with clients on a daily basis.
- Be clean, tidy, look presentable and must have good manners.
- Take pride in your work and respect the equipment you are using.
- Willingness to work as a team with your fellow guides, sharing knowledge to ensure that clients are the number one focus and have the best experience possible.
- Possess some mechanical skills and willingness to learn more.
- Self-motivated and energetic individual.
- Ability to adapt and live in a very remote location.
- Work well in a team environment and assist work mates if required.
- We want guides who have a long term vision of employment as a guide (12+ months)
Qualifications needed:
- Must have coxswain certification and boat handling skills.
- Must have a police check required and senior First Aid Certificate.
- Approved Operator (Fishing Guide ID) is necessary – Apply with the Department of Fisheries NT (above listed qualifications needed for application).
A love of what you do is important, and not many jobs have the added perk of being able to go Barra fishing on your days off!
To apply please fill out the form below.
