Salty Crew Reserve is how we connect qualified marine crew with vessel owners or operators needing professional crew support for operational periods, fill-ins, short-term work or emergency cover.

Two groups use the reserve:

• Crew – qualified mariners who want to available for work opportunities
• Clients – vessel owners and operators who need crew to cover gaps in their team

We support placements throughout Australia and Internationally.

No. It’s a crew matching and reserve system, not a public job board. Crew are contacted directly when suitable opportunities arise.

Crew join by completing the Crew Sign-Up Form. You tell us your qualifications, experience, availability and roles you can fill.

Yes, the roles require commercial marine qualifications.

No. Being in the reserve means you’re available to be matched with opportunities, but we do not guarantee assignments. Matches depend on client needs, timing, your qualifications and availability.

We contact you directly by email, phone or WhatsApp when a client needs crew that match your profile and availability.

You’ll be contacted directly using the details you provide in the form. You can also nominate your “preferred” method(s) of contact.

The Crew Reserve serves all marine industries, and offered work is in-line with client needs.

Yes. If your details change, just send us an email with your updated information, and we will update your profile.

No. Crew can join the reserve for free.

Clients complete the client activation form outlining what they need: role, start date, duration, qualifications required, location and compensation.

The activation form is detailed because it helps us match better and faster. You’ll be asked for information including the below.

• Crew role(s) required
• Qualifications required
• Dates and duration
• Location / operational area
• Compensation and conditions

Clients can request a wide range of crew roles including deck, engineering, master, yachting, pilotage, trades and scuba diving.

Yes. Once we shortlist suitable crew for a request, clients can review qualifications and suitability before confirming any engagement.

Timeframes vary depending on role complexity and crew availability. Common roles often require one to three days, while specialist roles or remote locations may take a little longer. Urgent requests are prioritised where possible.

Compensation and terms are agreed between client and crew. Salty is not involved in this process. The activation form allows clients to specify what compensation is available.

Yes. We cross-check qualifications and experience, and speak with references before crew are put forward for consideration.

Yes. Clients are encouraged to communicate with proposed crew before finalising any arrangement.

We review the request and start matching it with available crew. We will contact clients if more detail is required, and present candidates as soon as possible.

Salty Crew Reserve facilitates introductions. Engagement terms, payment and insurance are agreed between client and crew.

Of course. Clients requesting crew are provided with service terms after submission of their activation request. Fees are agreed before placement is finalised.

For timing and duration changes, clients should check suitability with crew. For changes that affect crew choice (such as qualifications) contact Salty so that we can adjust the match process.

After joining or activating the Crew Reserve, you will be sent an email with a copy of your submission. You can reply directly to this email with any follow-up questions.

You can lodge a complaint with us here: https://saltyyachts.com.au/we-negotiate-and-deliver-yachts/complaints/

Clients can leave feedback or a testimonial here: https://saltyyachts.com.au/feedback/

Have another question? You can ask us a question either via Salty Online Chat (opens in a new window) or through our website.