Tug Engineer

Svitzer; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 223,000 - 272,000; Full time

Job summary

Svitzer in Newcastle is seeking a technically skilled Tug Engineer to join our busy towage team on a permanent full-time basis. You will maintain and operate advanced marine systems, ensuring safety and reliability across operations in one of Australia’s busiest ports.

The role requires an Engine Class 3 Near Coastal certificate, AMSA medical, and First Aid/CPR certifications, with a strong safety focus and a willingness to adapt to evolving technology and procedures.

Qualifications

• Valid AMSA Medical certificate that matches your Certificate of Competency.
• Current Provide First Aid and Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certifications.
• Experience in towage to tug operations is preferred.
• Strong focus on safety and adherence to procedures.
• Right to live and work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining all onboard machinery, including engine and deck equipment
• Carrying out maintenance and repair of marine systems and equipment
• Assisting on deck when needed to support the crew and vessel operations
• Supporting safe and effective winch operation during towage jobs
• Identifying and reporting defects promptly to keep operations on track
• Preparing maintenance records and operational reports as required
• Ensuring compliance with safety procedures, regulations, and company policies
• Participating in drills, training, and skills development

Skills

Marine engine knowledge

Towage operations experience

Safety procedures adherence

Calm under pressure

Education

Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency

Job description

Since 1833, Svitzer has helped keep trade moving through trusted towage services. Our tugboat crews are at the heart of that work, delivering safe, reliable and sustainable support on the water. If you value teamwork, take pride in your skills, and want to be part of a company that does things properly - we'd love to have you aboard.

Are you a technically skilled and safety-conscious marine engineer? We're looking for a Tug Engineer to join our Newcastle towage team on a permanent full-time basis.

Why You'll Want to Join Us

You’ll be based in one of Australia's busiest and most diverse ports. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and operating advanced marine systems, helping ensure the safety and reliability of every operation. With a vibrant city atmosphere, access to beautiful beaches, and a rich maritime history, Newcastle offers an exciting lifestyle and strong work-life balance for maritime professionals.

This is a rostered full-time role. You will receive a fortnightly salary with the current full-time salary for a Tug Engineer in Newcastle set at $247,725.95 per annum.

How You'll Make a Difference

As a Tug Engineer, you'll play a key role in keeping our vessels running safely and reliably. Reporting to the Tug Master onboard but overall, the Port Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining all onboard machinery, including engine and deck equipment
• Carrying out maintenance and repair of marine systems and equipment
• Assisting on deck when needed to support the crew and vessel operations
• Supporting safe and effective winch operation during towage jobs
• Identifying and reporting defects promptly to keep operations on track
• Preparing maintenance records and operational reports as required
• Ensuring compliance with safety procedures, regulations, and company policies
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• Participating in drills, training, and skills development

What You'll Bring

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:

• A minimum Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency or equivalent
• A valid AMSA Medical that matches your Certificate of Competency
• Current Provide First Aid and Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificates
• Solid knowledge of marine engines, propulsion systems, and auxiliary equipment
• Experience working in towage to tug operations will help you step in with confidence
• A strong focus on safety and following procedures to get the job done right
• The ability to stay calm, think clearly, and adapt when conditions change
• A willingness to embrace technology and support sustainable ways of working
• The right to live and work in Australia

Please make sure to apply by close of business 13th November 2026

Building a Diverse Workplace

In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job - we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.