Who We Are
Scott Wilson - Director
Scott Wilson is a multi award winning underwater photographer and cinematographer, focused on ocean conservation. Recent credits include Director of Photography for 'Collision" 2022 and "Ocean Souls" 2020
Scott has over 30 years of diving experience, underpinned by formal education in Environmental Science, Indigenous Knowledges, and a diploma in Marine Science. He has worked extensively with Australia’s First Nations communities in the performing arts and cultural education. Scott's diving adventures have taken him from the Arctic to the Antarctic, enriching his extensive experience with freediving, SCUBA, and CCR. He is a certified PADI and AIDA freedive instructor and an award-winning conservation filmmaker and underwater cinematographer.
Cristiana Damiano
Cristiana Damiano is an oceanographer and marine scientist dedicated to ocean conservation and exploration. Born and raised in the beautiful country of Brazil and based in Australia, Cristiana is an expedition leader, naturalist, photographer, producer, presenter and scientific adviser for underwater documentaries.
As an experienced dive instructor and technical diver, Cristina’s knowledge encompasses the fields of marine ecology and research while focusing her work as an advocate for marine habitat and ocean protection. She has worked with universities, governments, research institutions, WWF, and other NGOs to preserve and protect marine-threatened ecosystems. Her travels and work have taken her far and wide to many world destinations. A passionate sailor and qualified captain, Cristiana is the Director of the “Coral Sea Foundation” and is directly involved with the Sea Women Program. The Sea Women program has won multiple international awards, including the United Nations Champions of the Earth Initiative and Action prize, the Commonwealth Secretary General's Innovation for Development Award and The Ocean Tribute Award, to name a few. This successful program supports the UN Sustainable Development Goals of Gender Equality, Sustainable Communities, Climate Action, and Life Below Water. Cristiana’s goal is to expand the Sea Women Program to the Sea Women Global Alliance, uniting the conservation efforts of sea women worldwide.
Jessica Lambe
Jessica is one of our resident marine scientists. If you're lucky Jess will be your snorkel guide or sharing her knowledge about whales and other marine life on a whale watching tour.
Jessica is a Marine Science graduate with a strong foundation in marine tourism and conservation. Her journey began with a unique opportunity in Colombia, where she worked with CEINER on a coral cultivation and regeneration project. It demanded a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a deep appreciation for the delicate marine ecosystems. In 2015, Jessica transitioned into the marine tourism industry, aligning perfectly with her passion for the ocean. Serving as a Dive Guide and Tour Operator in the picturesque coastal town of Fingal Head, she had the privilege of sharing her charismatic knowledge of the local marine Flora and Fauna with enthusiastic clients. Jessica's academic foundation and real-world experiences have cultivated the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career in marine tourism and conservation. Whether she's guiding clients through the wonders of the underwater world or contributing to marine research, her adaptable nature, professionalism, and deep-seated passion for marine environments make her an invaluable asset in any marine tourism venture.
Jill Corey
Jill is a passionate Marine Biologist who is just as happy beneath the waves as watching the whales from above.
Jill grew up around the water having the world’s highest tides as her backyard on the East Coast of Canada. Curious to what was hiding within those tides Jill majored in marine biology and found her passion in cetacean studies. This passion for whales brought her to Australia where she completed an honours program studying Humpback Whales in the Gold Coast. Since moving to Australia Jill has taken advantage of the much warmer waters and spends most of her days either on a boat or under the water exploring. Jill has shared her passion for the ocean and its health and wonder in many ways including her Ted Talk, and hosting a podcast centred around women in ocean spaces!
Jeff McCallum
Captain Jeff is head of on water operations, ensuring smooth and safe conditions for our vessels and guests. Jeff has many years of experience at sea and with the dynamic and challenging local conditions, much of it while surfing the local points and river entrances!
Jeff is our Head Skipper, holding a Master 5 MED 2 qualification. Jeff has been a Commercial master for the past 25 years, predominantly in offshore waters. Jeff has plenty of experience on the sometimes challenging Northern Rivers Bars. Jeff is Safety focused in a relaxed and fun atmosphere ensuring a great tour for everyone on board. Please keep our oceans clean for all to enjoy !
Will Nolan
Will is a dedicated ocean advocate, freediver and scuba divemaster who joined Blue Seafaris as a skipper and guide early in 2024. Originally from England, he moved to Australia in 2010 and has traveled extensively across the country in pursuit of remarkable marine encounters.
With experience on both the East and West Coasts of Australia, Will has worked as an underwater photographer and megafauna guide on Ningaloo Reef. He has helped thousands of people achieve their bucket-list ocean adventures. His photography has been featured by Red Rock Films, CBS, Tourism WA, and, most recently, in The Ocean Speaks, a book by Ocean Culture Life. Will’s true passion lies in swimming alongside large megafauna, including humpback whales, manta rays, tiger sharks, and leopard sharks.
Rhiannon Beattie
Rhi is a certified Freedive instructor and Ocean guide who has completed studies in Marine habitat conservation and restoration.
Rhi is as comfortable in the water as she is on land (maybe even more-so) She is deeply passionate about the ocean, a love that blossomed during her time living on a remote island in the Whitsundays a decade ago. SCUBA diving for the first time, she was completely enchanted by the wondrous, colourful world of the reef, and has spent every day since dreaming about it whilst leading a life that aims to conserve & protect it. Rhi aims to create memorable experiences for others while educating them about marine conservation. Rhi believes that we protect what we love.
