MED1 - Engineer

Port Phillip Ferries; Portarlington; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Crew accommodation

Learning & Development

Free ferry travel for employees

Discounted travel for family & friends

Discounted accommodation with Portarli

Job summary

Port Phillip Ferries in Portarlington is seeking a MED1 Casual Engineer to support peak season, charters and cover full-time staff leave. You will operate and maintain main and auxiliary machinery, manage stores, and liaise with the Master to ensure safety and performance on vessels in Port Phillip Bay.

The role requires either Marine Engineer Driver Grade 1+ or an AQF Diploma/Associate Degree with at least three years of relevant experience, plus a Marine Radio Operator's certificate and

Qualifications

• Marine Engin(e) Driver Grade 1 or higher or AQF Diploma/Advance Diploma/Associate Degree.
• At least three years of relevant experience.
• Marine Radio Operator's Certificate of Proficiency.
• First Aid & CPR.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain main and auxiliary machinery and electronics.
• Manage all machinery spaces, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Correct and maintain liquid state and vessel stability.
• Manage and control stores and spare parts inventory of all essential mechanical and electronic parts.
• Liaise with the Master and inform defects affecting performance and safety.
• Comply with AMSA National Standard for Commercial Vessels, Navigation Act, Marine Orders, and environmental regulations.
• Ensure safe vessel navigation with regard to conditions and traffic.
• Collaborate with Master on maintenance tasks and minor repairs.
• Rotating 365-day roster inclusive of weekends and public holidays.

Education

AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, or Diploma

Job description

Who are we?
LG Ferries Pty Ltd Trading as Port Phillip Ferries is an independently owned business offering passenger ferry services between Portarlington, Geelong and Victoria Harbour, Docklands. Operating 7 days a week and based out of Portarlington, we provide a unique service to a wide range of customers seeking both commuter and tourism experience.

We have a clear vision for the future and need great people to come on board and bring it to life! Joining Port Phillip Ferries will give the successful candidate the opportunity to drive growth as we change the way people travel between Melbourne and the Bellarine Peninsula.

The Role:
We are currently seeking a MED1 Casual Engineer based out of Portarlington. This is to assist in Summer peak, charters and cover our fulltime employee's leave. This is a fantastic opportunity to be at the forefront of our exciting ferry service while expanding your experience in the stunning Port Phillip Bay area and beginning a long-term career with a growing business!

Duties include:

Operate and maintain main and auxiliary machinery and electronics

Manage all machinery spaces, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene

Correct and maintain liquid state and vessel stability

Manage and control stores and spare parts inventory of all essential mechanical and electronic parts

Liaise with the Master at all times and keep theminformed of defects that affect the performance and safety of the vessel

Manage the vessel in accordance with relevant legislative requirements including but not limited to; AMSA's National Standard for Commercial Vessels, Navigation Act, Marine Orders, Speed or No wash restrictions, Environmental regulation

Ensure the vessel is navigated safely with due regard to prevailing conditions and vessel traffic

Work with Master to ensure the vessel routine/daily/weekly/monthly maintenance tasks and minor vessel repairs are completed

Available to work a rotating 365-day roster inclusive of weekends & public holidays

Marine Engie Driver Grade 1 or higher ) or AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, or Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (Skill Level 2).

Marine Radio Operator's Certificate of Proficiency

First Aid& Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Our Culture
At Port Phillip Ferries, we are driven by our values. We exude passion in everything we do because we care about our project, the communities we service, and the incredible team we have on board. We are looking for an MED1 who embodies our values of:

Accountability

Honesty and Openness

Humility, and

Fun

Why work for us?

• Crew accommodation available for those outside the Geelong and Bellarine regions
• Learning & Development – in-house progression options available
• Free ferry travel for employees
• Discounted travel for Port Phillip Ferries employee family & friends
• Discounted accommodation with our partner, the Portarlington Grand Hotel

All applications must include a cover letter outlining your suitability for the position, a resume, and contact details of two recent referees. Please also confirm your qualifications upon application. Successful applicants will be required to complete a police check.