Ships Master/Chief Engineer

Qualships Pty Ltd; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualships Pty Ltd is seeking a qualified Ships Master / Chief Engineer to join our marine team. The company provides surveys, inspections, technical services, and supplies across Australia and internationally, with a team of Masters and Marine Engineers.

The role involves navigating vessels, managing crews, ensuring regulatory compliance, and coordinating with surveyors and port authorities to support inspections and certifications.

Qualifications

• AQF Associate Degree or Diploma required, or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience as Ship Master/Ships Engineer or related field.
• Experience with AMSA, Paris MoU and MARPOL regimes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Navigate and command vessels in accordance with international conventions and Australian law.
• Travel across Australian ports to apply master-level navigation and crew management.
• Plan voyage safety, cargo handling, and stowage operations.
• Direct crew management and watchkeeping planning.
• Oversee inspections and regulatory readiness activities.
• Coordinate with marine surveyors and port authorities.

Skills

Maritime navigation

Crew management

Regulatory compliance

Safety leadership

Operation planning

Education

AQF Associate Degree / Diploma

Job description

We are currently seeking qualified and experienced Ships Master / Chief Engineer to join our team.

Qualships Pty Ltd is a leading ISO certified marine service provider delivering surveys, marine inspections, technical services, and supplies across Australia and internationally. Our team is comprised of Master Mariners and Marine Engineers, trusted shipowners, managers, P & L Clubs, and flag states for our professional standards and reliability. Qualships continues to expand and meet client demand in all major Australian ports. We are currently looking for a Ship Master to join our Team.

Roles and responsibilities:-

• Navigate and command vessels when required in accordance with international conventions and Australian maritime law.
• Travel across multiple Australian ports to apply master-level expertise in navigation, vessel operations, crew management, and international maritime law.
• Plan and oversee voyage safety, including passage planning, cargo handling, and stowage operations onboard ships to ensure safe and efficient marine operations.
• Direct crew management activities, including watchkeeping arrangements, onboard operational planning, and identifying training requirements for ship after inspections
• Oversee and support pre-purchase and pre-loading condition surveys, working in coordination with marine surveyors and relevant stakeholders.
• Conduct AMSA and Paris MoU readiness inspections and perform documentation reviews to ensure vessels are prepared for regulatory inspections.
• Verify vessel safety and environmental compliance in accordance with ISM, MLC, and MARPOL requirements and applicable Marine Orders.
• Prepare operational and compliance reports relating to vessel safety and navigation, including findings from inspections and operational assessments.
• Coordinate with Marine Surveyors, Classification Societies, and Port Authorities to support inspection outcomes, certification processes, and regulatory compliance.

Skills and Qualifications:

AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

Experience:

1+ years minimum experience as a Ship Master / Ships Engineer or in a related field.