Marine Engineer (Inner Harbour)
Job No:
49662
Location:
Circular Quay, Sydney, NSW
- Join a dynamic company
- Attractive remuneration circa $105,882 plus 12.25% superannuation
- Benefit from free travel on all NSW Transport ferries, buses and trains
- Role is based at Circular Quay working on Sydney Harbour
About the Organisation
Harbour City Ferries is a joint venture between Transfield Services (Australia) Pty Ltd and Transdev Australasia). Harbour City Ferries operates approximately 175,000 services, transporting more than 14 million people across Sydney Harbour and the Parramatta River each year. The extensive network connects 39 destinations and spans approximately 37 kilometres from Parramatta in Sydney's west, Manly in the north and Watsons Bay in the east.
Harbour City Ferries mission is to create a world class ferry service in Sydney by taking the customer service to the next level. They will do so by building upon the great work of Sydney Ferries over recent years. Harbour City Ferries will be keeping a strong focus on safety, a more reliable and dependable service, clean ferries and an engaged staff helping Transport for NSW to better integrate the ferry service more with the wider transport network. All employees will be expected to participate and contribute to development of a customer centric culture and continued improvement in health and safety.
About the Opportunity
Are you an experienced Marine Engineer who enjoys working with people, and wants to work each day in one of the world's most stunning locations?
Harbour City Ferries has an exciting opportunity for a process-driven Marine Engineer (Inner Harbour) to join their Circular Quay team working on Sydney Harbour.
Reporting to the Service Manager and relevant Master, you will ensure Passenger Services vessels are maintained to a required statutory level of operating and safety requirements. This will include assisting in ensuring that vessels are available and reliable in order to maintain maximum on-time running to meet the needs of customers.
More specifically, some of your key duties will include:
- Operating and maintaining vessel machinery safely and efficiently, including routine maintenance and service work;
- Following the directions and support the vessel Technical Superintendent in the maintenance of the vessel;
- Assisting in establishing and maintaining a quality management system;
- Providing accurate assessment and reporting of faults, and effect repairs as possible to maintain services;
- Following start up, shut down and hand over procedures;
- Ensuring compliance with all relevant safety standards for crews, passengers and assets;
- Planning the testing of ferry systems and equipment;
- Working with your crew to maintain a punctual and timely service as directed;
- Coordinating system tests and collating analysis reports;
- Preparing post incident reports and monitoring ferry systems; and
- Assisting external authorities with survey inspections and ensuring problems are rectified to achieve certification.
This role calls for a proactive team player with the initiative and knowledge to find fault and rectify problems on ferries, as well as take preventative maintenance precautions on vessels. You will need experience working with an integrated safety management system in relation to the ISM code along with knowledge of electrical machinery and circuitry as it applies to commercial vessels. Along with excellent communication and staff management skills, you'll require a commitment to quality customer service for dealing with internal and external customers. Demonstrated time management and planning skills are essential, as is the ability to solve complex marine engineering problems in emergency situations.
The successful candidate will have significant experience as a Marine Engineer and will hold a minimum of Certificate in Competency in Marine Engineering Driver Grade II (as issued by NSW Maritime). A current First Aid Certificate, AMSA Medical,and the ability to swim at least 50 metres is also required.
You will be asked to upload digital copies of each certificate during this application process with your curriculum vitae.
About the Benefits
Harbour City Ferries offers an employment experience which will reward, develop, challenge and support you in a respectful, responsible and caring environment. The business is proud of its safety focus that is unparalleled elsewhere in the industry.
You will be rewarded with highly attractive remuneration circa $105,882 plus 12.25% superannuation.
Please note: You must have the right to live and work in Australia to be considered for this position.
Own your success and reap the rewards in this pivotal role - Apply Now!
Own your success and reap the rewards in this pivotal role - Apply Now!
Note: This position will close Tuesday 3 December at 5pm AEDT