Expressions of Interest - Tug Engineers

About Us

Svitzer has provided safety and support at sea since 1833. As a world leading towage operator, our people and vessels stand ready to meet the need for safe and efficient marine solutions in ports and terminals across Australia and Papua New Guinea. Whether working on our vessels or on the land, we are all a part of the Svitzer Australia family and proud of the role we play in keeping global supply chains running smoothly.

We are inviting expressions of interest from skilled and qualified Marine Engineers to join a candidate pool for potential future casual opportunities within our towage operations in Brisbane. By joining our candidate pool, you can gain valuable experience across different vessels, working alongside experienced crews. Due to the location of our operations, preference will be given to candidates who are readily available to work and reside in the metropolitan region.

Please note that this is an expression of interest only. After submitting your application, you will receive an email confirming receipt. However, only shortlisted candidates who meet our criteria may be contacted should suitable opportunities become available.

What You Will Do

No matter what vessel you are working on, your key responsibilities will include:

• Maintain operational standards of all machinery, including deck and engine
• Conduct maintenance and repair of marine plant and equipment
• Prepare maintenance and operational reports as required
• Report operational defects in a timely manner
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and statutory obligations
• Participate in safety, skills, and competency training
• Assist other crew members on deck as needed
• Undertake duty at dockings, including monitoring and supervising other personnel
• Monitor and review relevant work health and safety standards and procedures
• Participate in operational improvement exercises and environmental compliance

What You Will Need To Succeed

To thrive this position, you will demonstrate:

• A minimum Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency or higher
• Current statements of attainment in Provide First Aid and Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• A current AMSA Medical applicable to your Certificate of Competency
• A valid MSIC or 'Job Ready' MSIC Application (or proof of ability to obtain)
• Prior experience in towage o tugs operations is highly advantageous to quickly adapt and contribute to safe and efficient operations.
• Motivation towards safe workplace behaviours, practices and compliance.
• Willingness to collaborate effectively with team members, through clear communication, mutual respect, and support.
• A calm and focused composure during high-pressure situations and emergencies.
• Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written
• Demonstrate resilience and problem-solving skills to handle unexpected challenges.
• The right to live and work in Australia

If you share our excitement for the journey ahead and would like to work with leaders in the industry, we can't wait to hear from you! To apply, click on the Apply button to be redirected to the job vacancy on the Careers at Svitzer website. Applications must be received by close of business Friday 25 April 2025 - please note we do not accept applications received via e-mail.

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!

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please click on the 'Apply Now' button and create a Candidate Home to manage your applications.