**Marine Mechanic Polaris Marine*
* Darwin, Northern Territory | Permanent Full Time | 38 hours, Monday to Friday (Plus Some Overtime) *Work with an experienced crew that keeps our fleet moving – from Sydney Harbour to Antarctica.
* About Polaris Marine Polaris Marine Group is a leading Australian marine services provider with more than 35 years of experience delivering complex marine projects and asset maintenance solutions. Our capabilities include marine infrastructure maintenance, bridge and wharf construction, piling and sheet piling works, vessel operations and crane barge hire. Based in Rozelle, Sydney, we operate throughout Australia and support projects in some of the most remote and unique locations. The Chance We're looking for a high-performing Marine Mechanic for our Polaris Marine Maintenance Team, based in Darwin, Northern Territory. This is a hands-on role: you'll be on the tools and on the water, solving problems across our fleet of vessels, barges, marine plant and equipment. Reporting to the Fleet Manager, you'll be the go-to technical lead and a key player in keeping our marine assets reliable, safe and ready for work. What You'll Be Doing
- Carry out planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance across vessels, barges, marine plant and equipment.
- Record repairs and maintenance activities in our maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Service and repair a range of inboard and outboard motors, hydraulic systems, 12/24V electrical systems, pumps, winches, cranes and auxiliary machinery.
- Get involved vessel slipping’s and major refits, including general hull and other structural repairs.
- Spot opportunities to improve asset reliability and the way we work.
- Travel to wharves, on-water locations and project sites across Australia when needed. About You To be successful in this role, you'll bring:
- A trade qualification as a Marine, Diesel,



Plant or Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, or similar
- Solid hands-on experience maintaining marine engines, vessels, plant or heavy equipment
- Sharp troubleshooting and fault-finding skills, and the ability to read manuals and schematics
- A safety-first mindset, with a sound understanding of WHS, risk controls and permit requirements
- Confidence with computers (Word, Excel) and maintenance management systems, or a quick learner
- A current driver licence, and comfort working on gangways, vertical ladders, on-water and in engine rooms
- A proactive, detail-focused approach, working just as well on your own as with the team Tickets & Licences
- MED Class qualification
- Confined Space & Working at Heights
- General Construction Induction (White Card)
- NSW boat driving licence
- Forklift licence
- Crane tickets
- MR or HR driver licence
- Previous marine industry experience Why Join Polaris Marine?
- Competitive salary package – recognising your skills and leadership
- Extra financial incentives – for travel and remote project work
- Work you won't find anywhere else – vessels, barges, crane and heavy marine equipment
- Unique locations – across Australia, and occasionally as far as Antarctica
- A waterfront workshop – in Rozelle, right on Sydney Harbour
- Monday to Friday – with a stable, permanent full-time role
- Supportive leadership – and a positive, safety-focused team culture
- Room to grow – with long-term career pathways in a growing Australian company Ready to Take the Lead? If you're a high-performing marine mechanic who takes pride in your work and wants to lead a team that values safety, quality and innovation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience. Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

📌 Marine Mechanic (Darwin)
🏢 Polaris Marine
📍 Darwin