Boluda Towageis the world’s leading maritime towage operator, with presence across 5 continents, in more than 232 ports in Europe, Africa, Asia, Oceania, and Latin America, and a fleet of more than 850 vessels supported by a workforce of 10,000 employees.

Boluda Towage’s services offer solutions in port, coastal, and offshore towage, as well as maritime salvage.The company plays an essential role in global port logistics, where safety combined with efficiency, innovation, and sustainability in vessel operations requires full coordination across all participants in the logistics chain.

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals for our Marine Engineer Traineeship program. This is a comprehensive program offering a unique opportunity to learn and grow in the maritime field. You'll be exposed to diverse aspects of marine operations, gaining practical knowledge and skills through on the job training under the mentorship of seasoned professionals whilst gaining national accredited training.

Job Description

This positions offers the successful candidate the opportunity to acquire the skills and competence to become a full qualified Marine Engineer and be eligible to apply for work within our Fleet upon successful completion of their traineeship.

What we offer:

- On the job training underwhile completing an Australian Maritime Safety Authority(AMSA) approved task book
- Complete Certificate of Competency (Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal) course at a registered training organisation (RTO).Alltraining and associated travel and accommodationcosts will be paid forby the company.
- Completion of relevant sea service hours (working across multiple ports)
- Working a 9 day fortnight with 5 weeks annual leave
- Opportunity to work on a variety of vessels across QLD and NSW

Key Responsibilities:

- Participate in on-the-job training in areas such asvessel operations, safety protocols, and maritime regulations.
- Skilled in diagnosing issues and devising solutions,



taking an active forward thinking approach to overcoming obstacles.
- Assist in maintenance and inspection of marine equipment, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- Ensuringthat the safety management systemis followed and maintained with particular emphasis on the correct use and application of PPE, safety equipment, checklists and all other safety precautions relating to job and task performance with particular emphasis on the protection of the workplace and pollution prevention.
- CompletingallE-Learning modules as per the training Matrix.
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in using standard office software for document creation, email correspondence.

Qualifications

To be considered a suitable candidate for a Marine Engineer Traineeship, you must already have completed a relevant engineering trade qualification that being a fitter & turner, electrical fitter, diesel fitter or equivalent with at least 12 months work experience in the relevant trade.

In addition, you will need to:

- Be at least 18 years of age
- Pass an AMSA certificate of Medical fitness and eyesight test
- Have full working rights within Australia.
- Reside locally in the port of Mackay

About us

Boluda Towage is a leading provider of towage and marine services, with a global presence and a strong track record of excellence. We are proud to serve a diverse range of clients in the manufacturing, transport and logistics industries, delivering innovative solutions that drive efficiency and productivity. Join our team and be a part of our continued success story.

Boluda Towage is committed to Equal Employment Opportunities, Ethical Practices, and the principles of Cultural Diversity. We support a diverse workforce and encourage applications from all members of the community, including people from indigenous backgrounds, and women seeking non-traditional trade opportunities. We do not discriminate based upon religion, age, nationality, race, gender sexual orientation, disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

📌 Marine Engineer Traineeship (Mackay Regional)
🏢 Boluda Towage
📍 Mackay Regional