Engineer

Svitzer Australia Pty Ltd; Albany; On-site; AUD 92,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual daily rate

Discounted gym, pool & leisure access

Private health insurance

Service recognition program

EAP support

Job summary

Svitzer Australia Pty Ltd invites expressions of interest for Tug Engineer roles in Albany, WA. You will join a casual pool to support port operations on short notice, reporting to Tug Master and maintaining vessels and equipment.

The role emphasizes safety, hands-on maintenance, and teamwork. Candidates should hold the required coastal certification, AMSA medical, and relevant first aid certifications, with a willingness to relocate if needed.

Qualifications

• Must hold Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency or equivalent.
• Valid AMSA Medical that matches your Certificate of Competency.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Solid knowledge of marine engines, propulsion systems, and auxiliary equipment.
• Experience in towage/tug operations is advantageous.
• Strong safety focus and adherence to procedures.
• Ability to stay calm and adapt when conditions change.
• Willingness to embrace technology and sustainable ways of working.
• Right to live and work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Maintain onboard machinery, including engine and deck equipment.
• Carry out maintenance and repair of marine systems and equipment.
• Support safe winch operation during towage jobs.
• Identify and report defects to keep operations on track.
• Prepare maintenance records and operational reports as required.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, regulations and policies.
• Assist on deck to support crew and vessel operations.
• Participate in drills, training and skills development.

Skills

Marine engine knowledge

Safety focus

Calm under pressure

Adaptability

Technical literacy

Right to work in Australia

Education

Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency

Job description

Get to Know Us

With over 190 years of maritime experience, Svitzer is a global leader in towage and marine services. Across Australia and Papua New Guinea, our tug crews help keep ports safe, efficient, and moving. When you join Svitzer, you become part of a proud maritime tradition and a team that works with purpose, discipline, and respect.

Why You’ll Want to Join Us

We are seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified Tug Engineers to join our casual pool in Albany, WA. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside capable, safety-focused crews and contribute to reliable port operations when additional support is needed. As these opportunities can come up at short notice, we’ll give preference to candidates who live within two hours of the port or are willing to relocate at their own expense.

We also offer:

• A daily rate of $575.04 + a 100% casual loading 15.5% superannuation
• Discounted gym, pool and leisure centre access across Australia for you and your immediate family
• Discounted private health insurance to help you and your family stay healthy
• Service recognition program that celebrates your milestones and contributions
• Free and confidential EAP support for you and your immediate family

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Tug Engineer, you’ll play a key role in keeping our vessels running safely and reliably. Reporting to the Tug Master, your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining all onboard machinery, including engine and deck equipment
• Carrying out maintenance and repair of marine systems and equipment
• Supporting safe and effective winch operation during towage jobs
• Identifying and reporting defects promptly to keep operations on track
• Preparing maintenance records and operational reports as required
• Ensuring compliance with safety procedures, regulations, and company policies
• Assisting on deck when needed to support the crew and vessel operations
• Participating in drills, training, and skills development

What You’ll Bring

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:

• A minimum Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency or equivalent
• A valid AMSA Medical that matches your Certificate of Competency
• Current Provide First Aid and Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificates
• Solid knowledge of marine engines, propulsion systems, and auxiliary equipment
• Experience working in towage to tug operations will help you step in with confidence
• A strong focus on safety and following procedures to get the job done right
• The ability to stay calm, think clearly, and adapt when conditions change
• A willingness to embrace technology and support sustainable ways of working
• The right to live and work in Australia

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!

Svitzer is a people company. Offering uninterrupted marine solutions requires not only the best equipment but also the best people. Our ambition is to attract and continuously develop the industry’s best craftsmen. Both at sea and on land - worldwide, wherever our customers do business. We are driven by skilled, professional and dedicated people and we work together as one company to provide safe, reliable and efficient services to our customers. We support and develop our people’s skills and capabilities and we care for the development of both teams and individuals. To best serve our customers, we strive to ensure the right people and the best teams for the job, every time and we believe diversity is a strength.

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.