Chief Engineer – Casual | T-Ports

Are you an experienced Marine Chief Engineer?Join T-Ports – a dynamic and innovative company where people are our greatest asset and the driving force behind our success. This is your prospect to be part of a forward-thinking team, working with cutting-edge transhipment technology and contributing to the future of port and supply chain operations in South Australia.

About T-Ports

T-Ports operates two ports and the transhipment vessel “Lucky Eyre” at Lucky Bay (Eyre Peninsula) and Wallaroo (Yorke Peninsula). T-Ports is founded on four pillars: innovation, safety, integrity and efficiency. Our operations cover grain receival, bulk handling, storage, and transhipping, positioning us as leaders in the next generation of port development.

About the Role The Chief Engineer, reporting directly to the Master and working closely with the T-Ports Asset and Maintenance Manager and Port Captain, is accountable for the safe, efficient and reliable operation and maintenance of the vessel’s main, auxiliary and cargo-handling machinery. This role is critical in ensuring the vessel always remains fully operational and compliant. This is a casual, ongoing position for the shipping season.

Key responsibilities include:

- Oversee safe and reliable use of all vessel equipment
- Carry out planned and reactive maintenance using CMMS (MEX)
- Maintain engine room watchkeeping duties
- Ensure all technical equipment is fully operational
- Support all transfer operations (bunkers, sewage, potable water, etc.)




- Maintain accurate logbooks, registers, and records
- Manage onboard stock of essential spares and consumables
- Assist the Master and Maintenance Manager with operational requirements
- Apply technical knowledge and problem-solving skills across a wide range of challenges

About You We’re looking for a proactive professional with a hands-on approach and a strong ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You’ll thrive in a role that blends preventative maintenance with rapid problem-solving, supported by excellent communication and organisational skills.

Essential requirements:

- Engineer Class 3 (NC) Certificate of Competency
- Certificate of Safety Training (CoST)
- Valid AMSA Certificate of Medical Fitness
- Australian working rights
- Experience using onboard planned maintenance systems
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting ability

Desirable qualifications/experience:

- Restricted Electrical License
- Trade qualification
- Prior experience in transhipping or bulk handling

Benefits

- Excellent day rates Full employment conditions will be in accordance with the T-Ports Lucky Eyre Enterprise Agreement.
- PPE Supplied
- Live ashore while working onboard – accommodation provided locally
- Monthly travel allowance
- Meals provided onboard
- Interstate travel to site

Closing Date: 31 October 2026 - T-Ports reserves the right to start interviewing suitable applicants before the advertised closing date. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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