Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 — Landing Craft / Barge
Fraser Coast Ferries Group
An opportunity has opened for a Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 aboard a landing craft / barge working from Townsville, QLD. The role suits someone with around 5 years in Australian commercial vessel operations who takes pride in safe, seamanlike work. Key Responsibilities: • Operate, monitor and maintain main and auxiliary machinery aboard a landing craft / barge. • Work to the planned maintenance system and keep accurate engine room records. • Stand your assigned watch and carry out duties in line with the vessel safety management system. • Complete pre-departure and handover checks, and report defects, hazards and near misses promptly. • Take part in drills, toolbox talks and onboard training. Position Qualifications: • Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC) (AusCheck / MTOFSA 2003) • AMSA Certificate of Medical Fitness (Marine Order 9) • Certificate of Safety Training (CoST) (AMSA / STCW A-VI/1) • AMSA Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 (AMSA MED 1) • Senior First Aid (HLTAID011) (HLTAID011) Additional Requirements: • Roster: day roster, 7 days on / 7 days off. • Right to live and work in Australia is required. • Pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening apply. Benefits & Perks: • Predictable roster with even-time rotation • Superannuation paid on all ordinary hours • Travel to and from the vessel arranged and paid • Employee assistance program
$8,023 / Month
Joining Date: 03 November 2026