Vessel Engineer

We are seeking a highly experienced, professional Vessel Engineer to join our marine crew and be responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of our tugs, barges and dredging vessels. Being a part of our team means joining a great bunch of people who are experts in their field, providing a rich learning environment to further your professional and personal development.

Maritime Constructions are a marine contractor, uniquely capable of self-performing the full range of specialised engineering disciplines to deliver complex marine infrastructure projects from design and construction through to commissioning. Projects include jetties, wharves, bulk loading facilities, dredging, reclamation, navigation aids, marinas, underwater pipelines, in Australia and internationally.

Why Work for Us?

• Competitive hourly rate, good OT + allowances
• Paid RnR
• A family first culture
• A diverse range of projects with a dedicated and highly skilled team
• Work in pristine sea and riverside locations

About the Role:

The Vessel Engineer is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation, maintenance and reliability of vessel machinery, plant and equipment. Working closely with Vessel Masters, Project Managers and operational personnel, this role plays a key part in supporting marine operations and ensuring vessels remain compliant, seaworthy and ready for project delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing the role of Vessel Engineer on short and long-duration sea tows across our fleet of barges, dredgers and support vessels
• Carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance on vessel machinery, plant and ancillary equipment in accordance with maintenance schedules and operational requirements
• Assisting in project operations once mobilised to site, providing technical support to ensure operational objectives are met safely and efficiently
• Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical issues while minimising downtime and maintaining vessel reliability
• Preparing and maintaining maintenance records, service reports and operational documentation as required
• Supervising personnel assisting with maintenance activities and promoting safe work practices at all times
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant safety, environmental and maritime regulations

About You:

You are an experienced marine engineer with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset. You take pride in maintaining high standards of workmanship and safety and enjoy working as part of a close-knit marine team. In addition to this, you:

• Are adaptable, flexible and able to live on board while working away
• Are available on weekends, as required, to support changing operational and weather conditions
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Have a genuine commitment to QHSE compliance and shipboard safety
• Possess strong seamanship skills and an excellent understanding of vessel operations
• Have the ability to self-diagnose and rectify mechanical faults in a practical and efficient manner
• Work effectively with minimal supervision while contributing positively to a team environment
• Must pass a full pre-employment medical including functional capacity fitness evaluation and drug and alcohol screening
• Have a sound understanding of vessel machinery, preventative maintenance systems and marine engineering practices
• This is an Adelaide-based position

Skills / Qualifications:

• Must hold a minimum MED 2 qualification (MED 1 highly regarded)

• Must hold an AMSA issued Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal (Master 5)

• Current Elements of Shipboard Safety certificate essential

• Construction White Card essential

• High Risk Work Licences including Dogging and Rigging are desirable but not essential

• Experience towing barges and working in close proximity to marine structures desirable but not essential

• Current First Aid and CPR certification essential

• Current driver's licence essential

Applications:

If this role excites you and you'd like to apply, please do so by submitting a current resume and cover letter through the application function on Seek. If you would like to know more, please contact us.

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