We have a current opportunity for a Maritime Specialist Engineer , on a contract basis within the Defence sector. The role is based in Cairns, QLD . The contract is for an initial 7 month period. Start: circa 30 November 2026 DSS Skill Set: Level 3
- Specialist Engineering
- Maritime Systems The Maritime Engineer be responsible for, but not limited to the following duties:
- Maintain an Authorised Engineering Organisation (AEO) for the Army Marine capability aligned with Army's Defence Seaworthiness Compliance Strategy and the Land Materiel Safety Manual.
- Perform ongoing surveillance activities to maintain AEO status inclusive of internal assurance, and support to those external agencies performing assurance.
- Assign Technical Authority (TA) to staff within Army Marine and Specialist Systems Engineering Management Unit (SS-EMU) Projects Department.
- Perform the function of Design Acceptance and Technical Certification for engineering changes.
- Conduct Design Acceptance and Technical Certification.
- Review and approve technical plans and endorse safety documents for engineering changes. These documents may include but are not limited to; Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMP), Technical Certification Plans (TCP), Safety Case Reports (SCRs), and Technical Specifications.
- Review and endorse the course of action for safety related Report on Defective or Unsatisfactory Materiel (RODUM) Reports.
- Attend and provide engineering advice.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to engineers. Minimum mandatory

requirements:




- AGSVA Security Clearance
- Relevant engineering degree (Mechanical/Marine preferred) and eligibility for Chartered/Registered Qualified Engineer or a qualification gained elsewhere, that satisfies the requirements of the Washington Accord for recognition as a Professional Engineer; or other post-graduate qualifications aligned within the discipline referred above, which, in the opinion of DENG-A, are appropriate to the duties of the position.
- Demonstrated experience in maritime, Defence, engineering governance, technical certification, seaworthiness, safety assurance, and Authorised Engineering Organisations (AEOs).
- Proven delivery of engineering leadership tasks, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory compliance activities.
- Ability to meet the requirements of Chartered Professional Engineer (Engineers Australia), Registered Professional Engineer (Professionals Australia) or Fellow/Member of Royal Institution of Naval Architects or demonstrates the ability to obtain such status. For the full information on this position, please submit your CV before 8am Tuesday 3rd November 2026. (Check out our website to see all current job listings: www.htr.com.au/jobs) *HTR are offering very attractive contract day rates.

We offer
flexi-time and work from home when possible.* *Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Australia Defence sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.* *CR/3657*

📌 Maritime Specialist Engineer (Cairns)
🏢 HTR Group
📍 Cairns