AddressCompany Description
Strait Link has a proud history of being a vital link between Victoria and Tasmania, providing daily sea freight services between Port of Melbourne in Victoria and the Port Burnie in Tasmania. We contribute to the Australian economy by being a key part of the supply chain between Tasmania and the Australian mainland, connecting local Australian customers to markets across the world.
Everyday our people, on vessels, at our ports and in our offices play a vital role in connecting local Australian customers to markets across the world.
As an employer of Australian seafarers, we take pride in developing the next generation of seafarers and are always on the lookout for talented people to join our inclusive, local community minded and enterprising workforce.
An inclusive workplace, works for everyone:
We celebrate difference. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applicants of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply. Strait Link acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia.
Company Values
Our values Care, Trust, Connected are the foundation of everything we do here at Strait Link. They underpin how we go about performing our roles and activities every day when we are at work and representing the Strait Link business.
About the role
We are currently seeking Trainee Integrated Ratings to join our team. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to kickstart their career in the maritime industry. As a Trainee Integrated Rating, you will undergo comprehensive training to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to become an integral part of our crew.
You will be employed on a fixed-term basis for the period of the traineeship and will be required to work a roster of 6 weeks at sea and 2 weeks off while obtaining the qualifying sea time. Additionally, you will enrol in Maritime College to obtain a Certificate III in Maritime Operations.
Your duties as a Trainee IR will encompass a range of duties that include but are not limited to:
- Participation in various onboard activities, including cargo operations, navigation, lookout duties and vessel maintenance
- Collaborate closely with crew members to learn safety procedures relating to bunkering, emergency response, firefighting, confined spaces and shipboard oil pollution prevention
- Provide engine room assistance to the Engineering department with tasks related to the operation and maintenance of the vessel’s engines and machinery
- Ensure compliance with relevant maritime regulations
Benefits:
- Comprehensive training program aimed at developing the essential skills, knowledge and qualifications required to be an Integrated Rating
- An inclusive and supportive environment that embraces diversity and provides opportunities for development
- Exposure to a varied and dynamic work environment
What you will bring
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong interest in pursuing a career in the maritime industry
- Safety conscious mindset
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
