Engineer Class 3 OR Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 (Near Coastal) (DMSS)

Serco; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term government-backed contracts

Career development pathways

Wellbeing programs

Defence industry exposure

Job summary

Serco is seeking qualified maritime engineers for the Defence Marine Support Services team to support safe and efficient vessel operations on Sydney Harbour.

Role involves operating vessels, engine watchkeeping, fuel transfers, maintenance tasks, and drills in Defence environments with opportunities for career development and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Current Engineer Class III Near Coastal Certificate of Competency (AMSA) OR Current Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency (AMSA).
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Demonstrated experience in maritime or vessel operations.
• Experience applying safety, environmental and quality management standards.
• Current Driver's Licence (Class C).
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications and asset management systems.
• Familiarity with vessel monitoring and stability systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Defence Security Clearance (Baseline).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC), where required.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• High levels of personal integrity and ethical behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Operate vessels and support marine engineering activities.
• Perform engineering watchkeeping and vessel operations duties.
• Manage fuel transfers and monitor tanker systems and operations.
• Complete vessel maintenance and engineering tasks.
• Coordinate shipboard drills, training activities and onboard inductions.
• Administer maintenance plans, work orders and operational systems.
• Monitor vessel machinery, stability and associated systems.
• Engage professionally with customers, Defence personnel and stakeholders.
• Contribute to a strong safety, environmental and compliance culture.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to obtain Defence Security Cle

Ability to obtain MSIC

Teamwork

Integrity and ethics

Education

Engineer Class III Near Coastal Certificate of Competency (AMSA)

Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency (AMSA)

First Aid Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Asset management systems

Job description

Serco is a place where you can grow

Your impact makes a meaningful difference, and we're committed to supporting your professional and personal goals.

You'll have access to a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and career growth, including:

• Work across varied Defence marine locations
• Supportive, inclusive and safety-first team culture
• Ongoing training and career development pathways
• Access to wellbeing and employee assistance programs
• Stability through long-term Government-backed contracts
• Opportunities to work on diverse marine operations

Make an impact at Serco

As part of the Defence Marine Support Services (DMSS) team, you'll play a key role supporting the safe and efficient operation of vessels within Serco's Defence marine fleet.

Support Navy capability as an Engineer Class III OR Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 (Near Coastal) at Garden Island, applying your marine engineering expertise across Defence vessels operating on Sydney Harbour. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to critical Defence maritime operations while developing your career in a unique and rewarding environment

Working closely with vessel crews, leaders and Defence stakeholders, you'll contribute to maintaining operational readiness, supporting fuelling operations, ensuring vessel compliance, and delivering engineering and maintenance outcomes that directly support Defence capability.

In This Role, You Will

• Operate vessels and support marine engineering activities
• Perform engineering watchkeeping and vessel operations duties
• Manage fuel transfers and monitor tanker systems and operations
• Complete vessel maintenance and engineering tasks`
• Coordinate shipboard drills, training activities and onboard inductions
• Administer maintenance plans, work orders and operational systems
• Monitor vessel machinery, stability and associated systems
• Engage professionally with customers, Defence personnel and stakeholders
• Contribute to a strong safety, environmental and compliance culture

You could be a great fit for this role if you have:

Essential Requirements

• Current Engineer Class III Near Coastal Certificate of Competency (AMSA) OR Current Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency (AMSA)
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Demonstrated experience in maritime or vessel operations
• Experience applying safety, environmental and quality management standards
• Current Driver's Licence (Class C)
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications and asset management systems
• Familiarity with vessel monitoring and stability systems
• Ability to obtain and maintain a minimum Defence Security Clearance (Baseline)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC), where required
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• High levels of personal integrity and ethical behaviour

Are you ready to do important work that really matters?

At Serco, we bring together the right people, the right technology and the right partners to create solutions that address some of the world's most complex challenges.

We support governments across Australia, New Zealand and around the globe, delivering services across Defence, Maritime, Health, Justice, Immigration and Community Services. The work we do impacts millions of lives and provides unique opportunities to build a meaningful and rewarding career.

We seek and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI+ people, veterans and people with disability. By joining Serco, you'll have access to employee networks led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging.

Impact a better future at Serco.