Marine Engineer - Engineering Class 3 NC - Full Time

SeaLink Gladstone; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SeaLink Gladstone seeks a skilled marine engineer to support the safe operation of its barge fleet. You will work as part of a team, maintaining safety and reliability while communicating effectively with colleagues and supervisors.

Intensive shift patterns include 21 days on, 21 days off, with accommodation arrangements for out-of-town crew. Strong emphasis on energy, initiative, and multi-skilling in a dynamic maritime environment.

Qualifications

• Class 3 Marine Engineering Certificate of Competency - Essential.
• AMSA Medical Certificate - Essential.
• Senior First Aid – Essential.
• CPR - Essential.
• Trade Certificate – Desirable.
• Confined Space - Desirable.
• Working Safely at Heights - Desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the safe and secure operations of SeaLink Gladstone vessels.
• Work as part of a team to maintain safety and reliability at all times.
• Demonstrate interpersonal and organizational skills and effective written and verbal communication.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Customer service

Problem-solving

Computer literacy

Education

Class 3 Marine Engineering Certificate of Competency - Essential

AMSA Medical Certificate - Essential

Senior First Aid - Essential

CPR - Essential

Trade Certificate – Desirable

Confined Space - Desirable

Working Safely at Heights - Desirable

Tools

HELM maintenance system

MPM maintenance system

MEX maintenance system

Job description

About the Role

This position will be an integral part of the SeaLink Gladstone's barge team. The Engineers’ primary function is to assist with the safe and secure operations of Company vessels. This will include working as part of a team, whilst maintaining excellence in safety and reliability at all times.

This position requires interpersonal and organizational skills and effective written and verbal communication skills are essential to this role.

• This is not a FIFO position, but 21 days on and 21 days of f roster.
• Crew either live in Gladstone or they commute to/from their residence during their 21 days on swing.
• Most crew that live out of Gladstone have an arrangement with other crew [generally on the opposite swing] to share accommodation in Gladstone while they are on swing.
• Crew are paid to work a 12hours shift daily and go home every night.
• General daily work hours: 05:00 AM – 05:00 PM.

About You

• A qualification of Marine Engineering Class 3 Near Coastal
• A qualification to work in the engine room of a vessel up to 80 meters long with propulsion power up to 1800 kilowatts
• Experience with HELM, MPM and MEX maintenance systems
• Ability to follow instructions
• Problem-solving skill
• Computer literacy
• Verbal and written communication skill
• Customer service skill
• Flexibility and reliability
• Ability to handle difficult situations
• Interpersonal & relationship-building skill

These key requirements will be appreciated with experience and skills in the following areas:

• Class 3 Marine Engineering Certificate of Competency - Essential
• AMSA Medical Certificate - Essential
• Senior First Aid – Essential
• CPR - Essential
• Trade Certificate – Desirable
• Confined Space -Desirable
• Working Safely at Heights - Desirable

You will be required to work outside of normal hours and be flexible with shift times. Thorough knowledge of all aspects of the vessel is essential to all aspects of this role. You would work in close conjunction with the Operations Manager and the Operations Scheduler.

This role requires energy, commitment, initiative, teamwork, multi-skilling, and time management.

Applications close on 30th September 2026.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately and the position may close earlier than stated if we have found a suitable candidate.

About Us

SeaLink Gladstone is part of SeaLink and provides safe and reliable marine transport services, connecting people and communities to destinations across Australia for work, education, essential services, and leisure. Operating routes to Kangaroo Island, Rottnest Island, North Stradbroke Island, the Bay Islands, Magnetic Island, Palm Island, and along the Brisbane River and in Gladstone, SeaLink plays a vital role in keeping communities connected. We are passionate about bringing people together, sharing experiences and creating memories.

SeaLink, is part of the Kelsian Group, Australia’s largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, USA, Singapore, London and the Channel Islands. Kelsian provides essential journeys for our customers by delivering safe and intelligent transport solutions designed to improve the sustainability and liveability of the communities we serve.

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.