Maritime Vessel Maintenance & Shore Support Lead

Prosail Queensland; Whitsunday Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Prosail Queensland in Queensland, Whitsunday region, seeks an experienced marine maintenance technician to oversee routine maintenance and repairs for our charter fleet. You will plan inspections, manage the workshop, and coordinate with operations to ensure vessels stay in safe, seaworthy condition.

The role requires hands-on skills with diesel engines, electrical systems, and fabrication, with flexibility to work weekends and variable sailings.

Qualifications

• Experience with vessel maintenance and repairs in a marine operations context.
• Ability to plan inspections for Fire/Gas/Rigging and coordinate schedules.
• Experience managing workshop space, tools, and parts inventory.
• Willingness to work weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee routine maintenance and breakdown work per the fleet management program Seaflux.
• Liaise with company directors on issues and works needed.
• Record and document maintenance tasks and scheduling.
• Plan and book inspections for Fire/Gas/Rigging etc.
• Plan and manage slipping/haul out periods.
• Manage workshop space, equipment, and tools.
• Order parts/spares/stock.
• Liaise with operations manager for repairs and maintenance.
• Manage crew maintenance/education for tasks on charter.
• Ensure vessel tenders are serviced and in good order.
• Assist with operations when needed.
• Move vessels between berths and anchor.

Skills

Trade qualifications

Hand and power tool use

12/24v electrical systems

Painting and product knowledge

Fiber glassing

Diesel engine knowledge

Vessel handling and berthing

Fabrication

Organisational and planning skills

Education

MED3

MED2

First Aid

Master 24m

Job description

Prosail Queensland in Queensland, Whitsunday region, seeks an experienced marine maintenance technician to oversee routine maintenance and repairs for our charter fleet. You will plan inspections, manage the workshop, and coordinate with operations to ensure vessels stay in safe, seaworthy condition.

The role requires hands-on skills with diesel engines, electrical systems, and fabrication, with flexibility to work weekends and variable sailings.