PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor

At Van der Valk Plaza Resort Bonaire, we offer you the chance to further develop your passion for diving and guest experience in a unique, international environment. Within our PADI 5-star dive school Toucan Diving, safety, quality, and professionalism are central. To strengthen our dive team, we are looking for a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor with a guest-oriented attitude, strong communication skills, and a passion for the underwater world.

WHAT EXACTLY WILL YOU BE DOING?
As a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor, you are responsible for providing dive training and guiding dive excursions for our international guests. You will work daily according to PADI guidelines and contribute to a safe, professional, and unforgettable diving experience within our resort.

You are responsible for, among other things:

• Providing PADI dive courses in accordance with applicable PADI guidelines and safety standards;

• Guiding boat dives and shore dives for both beginners and experienced divers;

• Ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and educational diving experience for all guests;

• Maintaining and checking diving equipment so that it functions optimally;

• Assisting in the organization and planning of dive excursions and boat trips;

• Supporting retail activities within the dive shop and advising guests.

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WHY DOES THIS JOB SUIT YOU?
Are you passionate about diving, strong in communication, and do you get energy from working in an international hospitality environment? Then this position is made for you. Working at Toucan Diving means working in a professional and close-knit team culture where hospitality, safety, and quality are central. You will be part of a dedicated team in which collaboration, responsibility, and personal development are important.

Additionally, it is great if you:

• Possess a valid PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor certification

• Are in possession of up-to-date First Aid and CPR certification;

• Speak excellent Dutch and English (other languages are a clear advantage);

• Are in possession of a Dutch or American passport;

• Have experience with or interest in retail activities;

• Are guest-oriented, flexible, and clear in your communication;

• Have an interest in the maintenance of diving equipment or other dive-related activities;

• Have a positive, professional work attitude and enjoy collaborating with colleagues within a dive shop and resort environment;

• A boating license is a plus.

WHY WE SHINE AT VAN DER VALK
Working at Van der Valk Plaza Resort Bonaire B.V. means working in an inspiring, tropical environment with dedicated colleagues and clear growth opportunities. We strive daily for an optimal guest experience and believe it is important that professionalism goes hand in hand with job satisfaction.

Additionally, you can count on:

• Opportunities to further develop yourself within various PADI specialties and additional certifications;

• A challenging position within an entrepreneurial organization on a tropical island;

• Collaboration within a professional, driven, and close-knit dive team;

• Support in finding suitable housing on Bonaire;

• A daily fresh staff lunch in our employee canteen;

• Working within a warm family business where teamwork forms the foundation;

• A minimum availability of one year, during which you actively contribute to the continuity and quality of our services.

GET TO KNOW US
Toucan Diving is the PADI 5-star dive school of Plaza Beach & Dive Resort Bonaire. With a team of more than 15 employees, our own dive boats, a swimming pool within walking distance, and direct access to the ocean, we offer high-quality dive training and excursions daily. Our resort features a private beach, multiple swimming pools, and a marina, where guest experience and safety always come first.

READY TO START?
Have you become enthusiastic and do you see yourself working in this position? Then apply directly via the button below. Do you have any questions about this vacancy? Please feel free to contact Karen Maike van Asperen karen.vanasperenvervenne@bonaire.valk.com