FIFO Island Vessel Master – Skipper (Poruma)

Torres Pilots Pty Ltd; Cairns Regional; Remote; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Torres Pilots Pty Ltd in Cairns is seeking a FIFO Launch Master (Skipper) to operate transfers to Poruma Island. You will coordinate vessel launches, crew rosters and pilot transfers to ensure safe, on-time service for regional shipping.

Master Class 5 and Senior First Aid with CPR are required; role calls for autonomous work in remote locations with flexible day/night shifts. FIFO Cairns-based, with 4 weeks leave and 220 roster days per year.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master Class 5 unrestricted ticket.
• Current Senior First Aid with CPR.
• Ability to work autonomously in remote locations and flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist oversight to ensure safe, reliable, on-time pilot transfers.
• Coordinate with Cairns/Brisbane ops, launch crew and pilots.
• Ensure compliance with procedures, SMS, fatigue management, drills.
• Monitor logs, maintenance, inductions and safety records.
• Provide technical support and keep manager informed of issues.

Skills

Vessel handling

Remote island work

Autonomous work

Team player

Education

Master Class 5 (unrestricted ticket)

Senior First Aid with CPR

Job description

Torres Pilots Pty Ltd in Cairns is seeking a FIFO Launch Master (Skipper) to operate transfers to Poruma Island. You will coordinate vessel launches, crew rosters and pilot transfers to ensure safe, on-time service for regional shipping.

Master Class 5 and Senior First Aid with CPR are required; role calls for autonomous work in remote locations with flexible day/night shifts. FIFO Cairns-based, with 4 weeks leave and 220 roster days per year.