Qualified Diesel Fitter / Mechanic - Permanent Full-Time

Kelsian Group; Cleveland; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Career development

Job summary

SeaLink South East Queensland is seeking a Trade Qualified Diesel Fitter / Mechanic with an interest in marine systems to maintain vessels across the fleet. The role focuses on planned and unplanned maintenance, inspections, and ensuring compliance with environmental and Work Health and Safety standards.

Primary work locations are Cleveland and Russell Island, with an on‑call roster to meet operational needs.

Qualifications

• Trade qualified diesel fitter/mechanic with marine system experience or willingness to learn marine engineering.
• C Class driver's license essential.
• Recreational boat license desirable or willingness to obtain.
• Radio Operator License preferred.
• First Aid and CPR desirable or willingness to obtain.
• Confined space and gas test atmosphere training desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and unplanned maintenance on vessels and fleet assets.
• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of plant and machinery.
• Ensure vessels meet compliance, environmental standards and WHS obligations.

Skills

Diesel engines & marine vessels

Safety conscious

Diagnostic / problem-solving

Communication

Flexibility with rosters

Education

Trade Qualified Diesel Fitter / Mechanic, or Marine Mechanic or MED 1 with onshore workshop experience

Job description

Join an award winning ASX-listed tourism and transport company.

Range of Employee Benefits including staff discounts and career development.

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Trade Qualified Diesel Fitter / Mechanic with an interest in marine systems or a desire to learn the engineering aspects of a Marine Mechanical Engineer role. This position involves the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of our marine fleet and associated infrastructure.

Primarily working out of Cleveland and/or Russell Island, this exciting full-time position requires a person who is energetic, motivated, enthusiastic and has the flexibility to meet operational demands.

You will be responsible for planned and unplanned maintenance on vessels across the fleet and other company assets, including regular inspections and maintenance of plant and machinery.

You will ensure the upkeep of vessels meet compliance, environmental standards and Work Health and Safety obligations.

About You

• Familiarity with mechanical plant, diesel engines, marine vessels, and components
• Demonstrated commitment to a safe working environment.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to the delivery of quality work
• Ability to have the flexibility to work with a roster including an on-call rotating schedule

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Trade Qualified Diesel Fitter / Mechanic, or Marine Mechanic or MED 1 with onshore workshop experience
• C Class driver's license
• Recreational boat license - desirable or willing to obtain
• Possession of valid Radio Operators License - Preferred
• First Aid and CPR certificate - desirable or willing to obtain
• Confined space and gas test atmosphere training - desirable
• Working at heights training - desirable
• HR driver's license

About Us

SeaLink South East Queenslandis the largest marine operator in Moreton Bay operating vehicle and passenger ferry services to Straddie, Southern Moreton Bay Islands and the Moggill Ferry.

SeaLink South East Queensland is a SeaLink Marine and Tourism company, part of the Kelsian Group - Australia’s largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, the 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.