Description:
About Us
With more than 180 years of knowledge and experience, Svitzer is a global leader in towage and marine-related services, and we strive every day to make port and terminal operations safer and more efficient. In the Australian region, Svitzer utilises a fleet of over 100 vessels to service ports and terminals across Australia and Papua New Guinea. We are proud of our contribution to the community and are also the largest employer of Australian seafarers.
We are looking for a Tug Engineer with a strong work ethic, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to safety and teamwork, to join our team in Port Pirie, SA. Preference will be given to candidates residing within a two-hour radius or those willing to relocate at their own expense. Accommodation aboard the tug during duty periods is provided if necessary.
This is an 50% part-time role with no set roster, requiring availability throughout a year for a minimum of 91 working days. You will receive a fortnightly salary based on an 50% pro-rated structure, with the current full-time equivalent salary for a Tug Engineer in the Spencer Gulf set at $189,567 per annum (pro-rated is $94,783).
What You Can Look Forward To
Port Pirie is located 223 kilometres north of Adelaide at the top of Upper Spencer Gulf and is home to one of the world's largest smelters in the world, exporting large quantities of zinc concentrates and lead.
What You Will Do
Reporting to the Port Manager and the Tug Master onboard the vessel, you will be part of a three-person crew and will be responsible for operating and maintaining engines, deck machinery, and other equipment aboard.
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Ensure that all machinery (deck and engine) is maintained to
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operational standards at all times
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Maintenance and repair of marine plant and equipment, including
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emergency maintenance work and to take responsibility for ensuring that the class approved Planned Maintenance System is carried out onboard.
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Preparation of maintenance and operational reports as required
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Reporting operational defects to the Master and local management in a timely manner
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Compliance with policies and procedures authorised by Svitzer and consistent with statutory obligations including quality assurance and ISM procedures
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Participation in safety, skills and competency training relevant to duties and employment, including the training of other crew members
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Assisting other crew members on deck as agreed
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Undertaking duty at dockings, including monitoring and supervising
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other personnel as necessary and appropriate
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Monitoring and review of relevant work health and safety standards
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and procedures and reporting as appropriate
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Participation in operational improvement exercises and liaise with local management regarding improvement of operational procedures
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Ensuring day to day compliance with relevant environmental regulations
What You Will Need To Succeed
To be successful in this position, you will be able to demonstrate:
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A minimum Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency or higher.
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Current statements of attainment in Provide First Aid and Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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A current AMSA Medical applicable to your Certificate of Competency
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A valid MSIC or ‘Job Ready’ MSIC Application (or proof of ability to obtain)
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Prior towage experience would be highly advantageous
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The ability to work as part of a team and build excellent working relationships with external customers
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Ability to work under pressure, particularly in emergency situations
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Attention to detail and ability to effectively prioritise tasks
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Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written
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Good problem-solving and fault-finding skills
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The right to live and work in Australia
Building a Diverse Workplace
In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job – we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. At Svitzer we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles, and we are excited about hearing from you!
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