Why this role is different
This isn't a role confined to a single port, vessel, region or operational team. You'll have oversight of a diverse fleet operating across Queensland and be involved in everything from vessel acquisition and lifecycle planning through to maintenance, certification, regulatory compliance and operational safety.
You'll help shape fleet strategy, guide investment decisions, drive consistency across the state and work with specialists and operational teams to ensure vessels remain fit for purpose and operationally ready.
Just as importantly, you'll see the direct impact of your work. The decisions you make will support services that contribute to safer waterways, cleaner seas and better outcomes for Queensland communities.
What you'll be doing
You'll act as the central point of expertise for fleet management within Maritime Safety Queensland, leading initiatives that support:
fleet planning and lifecycle management
vessel safety, certification and compliance
maintenance and asset management programs
procurement, renewal and disposal activities
state-wide operational standards and procedures
stakeholder engagement with regulators, suppliers and regional operations
This is a role that combines technical maritime knowledge with leadership, problem-solving and strategic thinking.
Who we're looking for
You might currently be working in:
maritime operations
marine surveying
vessel management
commercial fleet management
marine engineering
government or regulatory maritime environments
defence, port, offshore or commercial marine sectors
Most importantly, you'll bring strong knowledge of vessel operations and fleet management, sound judgement, an ability to work across multiple stakeholders, and a genuine commitment to safety and continuous improvement.




What we offer
Permanent full-time opportunity with a special condition*
Flexible location within Queensland
AO7 salary plus superannuation and leave loading
Adaptable work arrangements
Meaningful work that directly contributes to maritime safety outcomes
Opportunities to influence state-wide operations and strategy
A supportive and collaborative leadership team
If you're looking for an opportunity to apply your maritime expertise in a role with genuine state-wide influence and purpose, we'd love to hear from you. For questions regarding the position, please contact Kris Chant, a/Executive Director (Waterways Management) on ******.
*Special condition: Due to administrative constraints, the position will be temporary throughout ****. Upon job offer, the successful candidate will receive both a temporary and a permanent letter of confirmation, with a permanent start date of 6 January ****.
Applications will remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/*********
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The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is a diverse organisation made up of more than 11,500 employees representing 80 occupational groups across Queensland.
We provide reliable, resilient and responsive transport networks and digital services that are safe and accessible for everyone. No department has a bigger role to play in keeping the Queensland of today moving, or in helping build for the future.
We work, we dream, we innovate and we deliver solutions that connect our communities to schools, hospitals, events, loved ones and more, with customer's needs in mind.
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📌 Fleet Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 Department of Transport and Main Roads
📍 Brisbane