Wharf Services Officer

About the business and the role

The Port of Darwin is the nation's 'northern gateway' for Australasian trade. We have commercial wharf facilities at East Arm and the cruise ship terminal at Fort Hill Wharf.   

Darwin Port provides world class pilotage and harbour control systems and a seamless supply chain capable of handling containers, bulk liquids, bulk materials, live exports and heavy lift oversized cargoes.  With expansion plans and a commitment to continuing investments in infrastructure, Darwin Port is ready to service Australia's future needs and capitalise on the development of Northern Australia and emerging markets.

The position

As a Wharf Services Officer with Darwin Port, you are required to assist with essential maintenance and general housekeeping of all the Ports’ infrastructure, plant and equipment, whilst providing a commitment to quality and safe work and environment practices.

This includes operating equipment, logistical support to stakeholders including forklift operations, assistance with loading and unloading of stores and waste and supply fresh water to vessels (including cruise ships); provision of fencing and gangways for various vessel types to meet operational, safety and security requirements.

This role may require attendance out of hours, including weekends and public holidays that will attract overtime payments.

Skills and experience

You will be able to effectively and safely operate specialised equipment in a port and/or bulk material handling and/or transport logistics' environment, including firefighting systems and proven competency in vessel mooring operations.

You will be self-motivated and reliable, with proven ability to work as part of a multi-disciplined and multi-cultural team and/or under limited supervision. 

A demonstrated understanding of Work Health & Safety principles, including safety and environmental issues in the marine environment, is a must. 

You will hold the following qualifications & licences;

• Current NT Drivers licence
• Current NT Forklift & Light Rigid Drivers Licence
• Working at Heights qualification
• NT High Risk Work Licenses (Slewing mobile crane, Elevating Work Platform & Dogman) are desirable

All applicants must hold or be eligible to obtain a Maritime Security Identity Card (MSIC) and will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment and will be subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Company policy. 

Job benefits and perks

• 5 weeks annual leave per annum
• Ordinary Hours - Monday – Friday 37.5 hours per week
• Position located at East Arm Wharf, Berrimah NT, but will also be required to work at Fort Hill Wharf at times.
• Full time, permanent role
• Probation period applies

You must be honest, reliable and be able work both as part of a team and independently. Our organisational culture is underpinned by the Darwin Port values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Honesty and Safety. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a great business in a unique location.

Interested?  Applications are to be submitted via the ‘Apply’ link on this advertisement.  Review the position description on our Careers page athttps://www.darwinport.com.au/about/careers 

All applications should include your resume plus a short covering letter detailing your suitability for this role.

For further information on this position please email Human Resources at **************@darwinport.com.au 

Applications close 27th March 2024

NB: We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date on the advertisement if we receive suitable candidates.  We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.