Friday 27 June 2008

Nice Links to sites and Directories

I have added a selection of Links to Dive sites and directories

BUDDHA VIEW DIVE RESORT – KOH TAO, THAILAND

KOH TAO IDC – KOH TAO, THAILAND

A & R TRAVEL - JAPANESE TRAVEL WEBSITE

OUTCAST DIVING - WEYMOUTH UK

KOH TAO GUIDE & ACCOMMODATION RESERVATIONS

KHAOSANROAD.COM - KHAOSAN ROAD WEBSITE

WORLDWIDE DIVE AND SAIL – PHUKET, THAILAND

PADI – WORLDWIDE

PETERPAN TRAVEL – AUSTRALIA

SCUBATRAVEL – UK

13TH VILLA GUESTHOUSE – ANGKOR WAT, CAMBODIA

PHANOM BENCHA MOUNTAIN RESORT – KRABI, THAILAND

DIVING INTERNSHIPS - PATTAYA, THAILAND

PATTAYA IDC - PATTAYA, THAILAND

LANTA DIVER – KOH LANTA, THAILAND

SEADRAGON DIVE CENTER – KHAOLAK, THAILAND

SCUBADUBA - WORLDWIDE

ECOSEA DIVE RESORT – SIHANOUKVILLE, CAMBODIA

BARCODE SCUBA - THAILAND

SCUBAPORTAL - WORLDWIDE

BACKPACK THAILAND - THAILAND

BACKPACK BANGKOK - BANGKOK, THAILAND

THE DIVE CLUB - THAILAND

THAILAND HOTELS - THAILAND

KANCHANABURI GUIDE - KANCHANABURI, THAILAND

VISIT KANCHANABURI - KANCHANABURI, THAILAND

KOH CHANG - KOH CHANG, THAILAND

KOH PHANGAN - KOH PHANGAN, THAILAND

AO NANG - KRABI, THAILAND

KRABI - KRABI, THAILAND

KOH PHI PHI - KOH PHI PHI, THAILAND

DIVE PHI PHI - KOH PHI PHI, THAILAND

2 THE AMERICA - SEARCH ENGINE

2 THE ASIA - SEARCH ENGINE

SCUBA DIVING DIRECTORY - DIVE DIRECTORY

DIVING INDEX - DIVE DIRECTORY

COURSEWORLD - DIVE DIRECTORY

DIVER DIRECTORY - DIVE DIRECTORY

TRAVEL FROM HERE - TRAVEL DIRECTORY

I TRAVEL NET - TRAVEL DIRECTORY

CAN COME JEWELRY - BANGKOK

Tuesday 24 June 2008

Awesome Technician Job



We are currently recruiting for divers to be a part latest creation... Franco Dragone, the Director of O, Celine Dion A New Day, Mystere and Le Reve will be directing a brand new aquatic spectacular opening in Macau, China in 2009.

The Job Description is listed below, but you can also direct them to http://www.dragone.be/en/News/News-Emploi-wlf-COD-Diver_Technician.php

Kind regards,

Justin Mabardi

DIVER TECHNICIAN
Dragone - City of Dreams

Description:
Reporting to the Head of Aquatics. The Diver Technician will participate to establish and perform underwater show cue tracks related to scenery movement, performer support and safety. Maintain pool related systems, as well as dive and aquatics related equipment.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Responsible / Accountable
Maintain safe and consistent operations for show rehearsals and performances;
Perform show cue tracks
Maintain and enforce safe diving practices
Work with novice divers and performers until they feel comfortable working in a water environment.
Support
Assist in inspecting, assembling and maintaining all aspects of equipment for training, rehearsals, performances, and special events; maintain all dive gear.
Participate in pre-set, performance, and post-set of show equipment.
Objectives:
Competencies
Ability to learn or update life saving skills and/or become CPR/first responder;
Ability to stay calm and calm others in emergency situations.;
Must possess problem solving skills and strong interpersonal skills with proven talents in safety and teamwork;
Must have excellent verbal communication skills;
Ability to work extended hours, nights and week-ends;
Ability to withstand long exposure to water;
Demonstrates effective problem solving skills;
Experience in mechanical, plumbing, hydraulic and high pressure systems;
Ability to work under pressure.
Qualifications:
Education
High school diploma or equivalent;
Professional level diving certification with a minimum of Divemaster level for recreational diving.
Experience
Minimum 3 years experience in professional SCUBA diving.
Other Skills
Other tasks as assigned ;
Must be fluent in the English language;
Knowledge of MS Windows and MS office systems;
Knowledge and certifications in Scuba diving equipment maintenance and repairs.

Send your cover letter and resume to Justin Mabardi via email at mailto:jobs@dragone.be&cc=justin.mabardi@dragone.be?subject=Resume%20Submission%20-%20Diver%20Technician
The Job Description is listed below, but you can also direct them to http://www.dragone.be/en/News/News-Emploi-wlf-COD-Diver_Technician.php

Kind regards,

Justin Mabardi

DIVER TECHNICIAN
Dragone - City of Dreams

Description:
Reporting to the Head of Aquatics. The Diver Technician will participate to establish and perform underwater show cue tracks related to scenery movement, performer support and safety. Maintain pool related systems, as well as dive and aquatics related equipment.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Responsible / Accountable
Maintain safe and consistent operations for show rehearsals and performances;
Perform show cue tracks
Maintain and enforce safe diving practices
Work with novice divers and performers until they feel comfortable working in a water environment.
Support
Assist in inspecting, assembling and maintaining all aspects of equipment for training, rehearsals, performances, and special events; maintain all dive gear.
Participate in pre-set, performance, and post-set of show equipment.
Objectives:
Competencies
Ability to learn or update life saving skills and/or become CPR/first responder;
Ability to stay calm and calm others in emergency situations.;
Must possess problem solving skills and strong interpersonal skills with proven talents in safety and teamwork;
Must have excellent verbal communication skills;
Ability to work extended hours, nights and week-ends;
Ability to withstand long exposure to water;
Demonstrates effective problem solving skills;
Experience in mechanical, plumbing, hydraulic and high pressure systems;
Ability to work under pressure.
Qualifications:
Education
High school diploma or equivalent;
Professional level diving certification with a minimum of Divemaster level for recreational diving.
Experience
Minimum 3 years experience in professional SCUBA diving.
Other Skills
Other tasks as assigned ;
Must be fluent in the English language;
Knowledge of MS Windows and MS office systems;
Knowledge and certifications in Scuba diving equipment maintenance and repairs.

Send your cover letter and resume to Justin Mabardi via email at mailto:jobs@dragone.be&cc=justin.mabardi@dragone.be?subject=Resume%20Submission%20-%20Diver%20Technician


Dive & Waterfront Coordinator position

Duties: The Dive & Waterfront Coordinator will be responsible for maintenance and operation of a fully fitted dive center and fleet of boats. Primary duties include teaching PADI Open Water dive course to Island School (www.islandschool.org) and DCMS (www.dcmsbahamas.org) students, as well as courses for visiting groups. Also, servicing all dive gear and compressor.

Furthermore, the Dive & Waterfront Coordinator will be responsible for the servicing and maintenance of a fleet of six vessels ranging from 14ft skiff to a 42ft research/dive vessel. Must be a self-motivator and enjoy working hands on to build up an operational dive center. Qualifications & Experience: Seeking an individual with: PADI OWSI certification as a minimum Experience piloting boats up to 45’ Experience maintaining a variety of marine engines including two and four stroke outboards, small diesel inboards and large commercial diesel inboards. Scuba gear maintenance skills, particularly Sherwood regulator rebuilding Compressor maintenance Tank visual inspection certification a plus Experience working with teenagers a plus Please submit cover letter, resume and references to Annabelle Oronti at annabelleoronti@ceibahams.org, or Cape Eleuthera Institute, 498 SW 34th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33315.

Dive & Waterfront Coordinator position

Duties: The Dive & Waterfront Coordinator will be responsible for maintenance and operation of a fully fitted dive center and fleet of boats. Primary duties include teaching PADI Open Water dive course to Island School (www.islandschool.org) and DCMS (www.dcmsbahamas.org) students, as well as courses for visiting groups. Also, servicing all dive gear and compressor.

Furthermore, the Dive & Waterfront Coordinator will be responsible for the servicing and maintenance of a fleet of six vessels ranging from 14ft skiff to a 42ft research/dive vessel. Must be a self-motivator and enjoy working hands on to build up an operational dive center. Qualifications & Experience: Seeking an individual with: PADI OWSI certification as a minimum Experience piloting boats up to 45’ Experience maintaining a variety of marine engines including two and four stroke outboards, small diesel inboards and large commercial diesel inboards. Scuba gear maintenance skills, particularly Sherwood regulator rebuilding Compressor maintenance Tank visual inspection certification a plus Experience working with teenagers a plus Please submit cover letter, resume and references to Annabelle Oronti at annabelleoronti@ceibahams.org, or Cape Eleuthera Institute, 498 SW 34th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33315.

WebMaster



The UnderWaterChannel is a new broadband TV channel that will become the leading online destination for the diving enthusiast and for a wider audience sharing a common interest in learning and exploring life beneath the surface of the world’s oceans. The company is currently seeking to recruit a Webmaster. The UnderWaterChannel is a start-up with significant investment backing within the industry whose business model is advertising and sponsorship initially.


Job Summary

The WebMaster will be responsible for the management of the site, community, its interfaces with platform provider, ad servers, ad traffic and mechanics of advertising opportunities. They will Track and report on community engagement and interaction and ensures website is frequently refreshed, new and lively and relevant. Reports back, also tracks effectiveness of partnerships, online advertising, SEO, SEM, affiliate marketing, promotion, email marketing etc.


Job Scope

Reports to the Online Commercial Sales Director


Responsibilities


o Manage the website and broadband TV feed, ensuring limited or no downtime
o Liaise with and manage third party suppliers including all website administration and registration.
o Advise on improvements and new developments which would enrich the consumer experience
o Advise and make recommendation on the latest trends in internet TV and website
o Ensure all SEO tools are optimally used
o Ensure the ‘look and feel’ of the site is consistent with the design guidelines developed in association with the Marketing Director.
o Manage (possibly moderate) the social functions of the site (including forums, blogs, email, YouDive UGC, and other social contact tools which you might help develop)
o Use and enhance a content management platform for the website, driven by business requirements.
o Perform maintenance of website on an ad hoc basis
o Assess and manage costs for website enhancements and modifications
o Liaise with website builders/developers/hosts (based in Italy)
o Develop the creation of a comprehensive editorial and graphics layout for new sections and features of the site
o Form part of the team to evolve corporate brand guidelines to maximise the online customer experience
o Assess new standards, technologies and formulate recommendations to incorporate these within the internet infrastructure
o Maintenance or management all hardware including servers and switches
o Management of all server based services (e-mail, firewalls and other software)
o Complete backup and emergency recovery of all proprietary content on servers





Essential Qualifications/Experience/Skills Required

o Passionate about web 2.0 and its evolution in both television and social networking
o Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.
o Experience of developing static and dynamic websites
o Understanding of the design and development of database solutions
o Good and thorough knowledge of web technologies, protocols and tools including working
o Familiarity with streaming video and technical issues
o Good project management skills
o An interest in diving would be beneficial.

Knowledge of most of the following:
o HTML, XHTML, DHTML
o Java Script, JSPE


An attractive package including pension and medical insurance will be offered to the successful candidate.


Competencies

o Innovation
o Teamwork
o Communication skills
o Customer focus
o Problem Solving

Online Commercial Sales Director

The UnderWaterChannel is a new broadband TV channel that will become the leading online destination for the diving enthusiast. The company is seeking to recruit an Online Commercial Sales Director. The UnderWaterChannel is a start-up with significant investment backing within the industry whose business model is advertising and sponsorship initially.

The Online Commercial Sales Director will work closely with, and report to, the Managing Director. He / she will manage the commercial running of the company on a day to day basis and implement and manage the revenue generation process in order to meet company targets for growth and profitability.

He / she will be a self-starter with flair and initiative who knows how to make and execute sales, taking full responsibility for contacts and the execution necessary to generate budgeted income. The channel has both video advertising and website sales opportunities to maximize, together with myriad opportunities for revenue generation (including sponsorship, product placement etc)

Job Scope

The Online Commercial Sales Director will report to the Managing Director


Responsibilities

o Execute the business plan – revenue and costs. Plan, develop and implement the strategy in conjunction with the MD.
o Plan and implement sales / revenue generation process ensuring proper reporting and accounting in liaison with 3rd party ad sales for run of network.
o Build, lead and manage the ad sales team and sales channels (web, streamed video, product placement, sponsorship etc)
o Pioneer the adoption of advertising on Internet TV and defining industry standards.
o Spearhead the sales process with key clients as required.
o Maximize the revenue stream from all content output.
o Resolve customer service infrastructure problems.
o Manage the Web Master and in conjunction with MD, ensure effective smooth running of website and implementation of website functionalities.
o Work in conjunction with Human Resources Management to ensure adherence to authorised personnel policies
o Establish and monitor cost control as agreed with MD and manage banking and accounting (in conjunction with Bookkeeper)
o Work responsibly with the MD in bringing the company to deliver on its commercial forecasts, projections and financial success
o Ensure proper convocation of meetings and correct agenda points for meetings
o Partake in the development of corporate direction, mission and activities, ensuring a respect for ethics, integrity and reputation management
Essential Qualifications/Experience/Skills Required
o Proven digital online sales experience essential.
o Appropriate third level qualification
o Minimum of 6 years experience in sales ideally experience of digital website advertising sales or broadcast channel.
o Minimum of 3 - 5 years senior sales leadership experience in Online and / or TV advertising sales
o Proven ability in executing the business plan and convert leads, opportunities and contacts into revenue streams.
o Previous responsibility for full P/L – Sales and costs
o Awareness of branding and positioning issues
o Commercial understanding of the technological constraints and challenges inherent in an internet TV channel and website
o Ability to operate in a small team environment – executing detail – but also comfortable with bigger picture
o Experience in building and developing a sales team from scratch
o Driven and determined self-starter, sales and target achiever
o International in outlook, thinking and activity
o Ability to operate effectively and efficiently in a start-up environment
An attractive package including pension and medical insurance will be offered to the successful candidate.

Competencies

o Innovation
o Teamwork
o Communication skills
o Strategic leadership
o Customer focus
o Sales Excellence
The UnderWaterChannel.tv is a new broadband TV Channel that will become the leading online destination for the diving enthusiast and for a wider audience sharing a common interest in learning and exploring life beneath the surface of the world’s oceans.
We are currently recruiting for a number of roles.
Ideally, we would love to get candidates with an interest in the diving world.

Would it be possible for you to post our jobs onto your site?
Please feel free to contact me should you have any queries.

Kind Regards
Barbara Mangan
+353 86 8556525.

Advertising Sales Manager




The UnderWaterChannel is a new broadband TV channel that will become the leading online destination for the diving enthusiast. The company is seeking to recruit an Advertising Sales Manager. The UnderWaterChannel is a start-up with significant investment backing within the industry whose business model is advertising and sponsorship initially.


Job Summary

As part of a small team the Ad Sales Manager will be a self starter who knows how to make the contacts, the pitches, and the sales necessary to generate budgeted income. The channel has both video advertising spots and website space sales to maximize. In addition to the UK team, the company will have a number of other sales partners around the world. This is a contract position.


Responsibilities

Working with the MD to establish project milestones and plans, quantify goals, identify critical success factors and manage the setting up of the Sales department
Testing and modifying the database for tracking sales activity
Drafting templates to be used
Articulating our offerings, competitive advantages and resources to prospects through email and over the phone
Keeping records of calls made using our CRM system
Business plan preparation
Establishing business development processes
Respond to queries from internal customers in a timely and effective manner
Installing and keeping all contacts on the sales database
Communicating effectively with the Online Commercial Sales Director and other team members


Essential Qualifications/Experience/Skills Required

Responsibility for digital website advertising sales together with broadcast channel experience and the technological issues inherent
Solid understanding of online advertising and marketing, behavioural and contextual targeting
Excellent organisational and time management skills, attention to detail and the ability to multi-task
An international outlook and thinking
Ideally empathetic with the aims and function of the channel and website (diving/conservation/green issues)
Comfortable in an early start-up small business environment
Numerate, articulate and IT literate

An attractive package including pension and medical insurance will be offered to the successful candidate.


The UnderWaterChannel.tv is a new broadband TV Channel that will become the leading online destination for the diving enthusiast and for a wider audience sharing a common interest in learning and exploring life beneath the surface of the world’s oceans.
We are currently recruiting for a number of roles.
Ideally, we would love to get candidates with an interest in the diving world.

Would it be possible for you to post our jobs onto your site?
Please feel free to contact me should you have any queries.

Kind Regards
Barbara Mangan
+353 86 8556525.