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Form of workAbout the business
Engage Marine was established to lead change in the way marine services are delivered. We are focused on providing business expertise that utilises: Collaboration; Technology and innovation; Strategic partnerships; and Contemporary business models. To deliver a unique service offering that provides greater efficiencies for our clients and our industry.
Using the established reputation of Westug, which has over 30 years of experience in delivering marine services in Western Australia, Engage Marine delivers its range of capabilities throughout Australia.
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Part-time (50%) Tug Engineer experienced in Harbour Towage (ASD/ATD) on a Fixed-term contract until July 2025 in our Sydney Operation. This position will be based across our 24/7 operations in Port Jackson.
The Role will be responsible for maintaining all technical and mechanical aspects of the vessel to ensure the vessel can maintain all Lloyds and AMSA statutory rules and regulations for the vessel class and also ensure the vessel mechanics operate to the highest standard possible in the safest way possible to undertake the job.
Role & Responsibilities
- Direct control of all engineering aspects of the vessel’s operations & maintenance.
- Maintain the vessel in accordance with regulations, AMSA and class certificates.
- Liaise with the Master regarding the condition of the vessel’s propulsion & ancillary systems and ensure that all surveys are current and up to date.
- Ensure planned maintenance tasks are completed and any other online/paper-based company system is updated when tasks have been carried out.
- Follow safe working procedures, operating procedures and guidelines supporting a safe work environment and should be fully conversant with all Safety, Quality, Pollution Control and contingency planning manuals and statutory regulations governing their responsibilities in the engine room and in general.
- Complete Log book entries of all maintenance items and weekly running hours.
- Complete Oil record book entries - bunkering fuel oil, lubricating oil, waste and bilge disposal, O.W.S operations.
- Responsible for the safe bunkering of fuel & oils.
Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum qualification: Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal (NC).
- Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Tug Engineer undertaking similar operations.
- ASD/ATD or similar marine mechanical and operations experience.
- Relevant Trade Qualification is ideal but not mandatory.
- Highly developed leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Well-developed organisational and administrative skills, including attention to detail and the ability to prioritise and control own workload.
The successful candidate must live in the Sydney area to be considered for this role.
Benefits and perks
- Work in a Collaborative, Positive and Inclusive Team
- Work Flexibility
- Working in the exciting Sydney Harbour
- Ability to grow and expand qualifications and skills
How to Apply
To register your interest, please click "Apply Now" and attach your CV including referee contact details from the towage industry.
Engage Marine Group and its subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employment Employer and encourage applications from candidates from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women and gender diverse people, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse backgrounds
