Title Engineer - Marine Engine Driver Grade 2
Department(s) Engineering.
Reports to Ship's Master & Farm Manager
Job Summary

The primary function of this role is to maintain and service the company mothership, vessels and other machinery as required.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

- Work at sea or in a land based role as required
- Launch and slip vessels as required.
- Determine what repairs are required and the procedure for carrying out the repairs including fabrication and cutting.
- Operate, test and maintain propulsion and auxiliary machinery on the vessels.
- Maintain propulsion and auxiliary on the cleaning boats (up to 5 vessels)
- Notify Logistics Support of any spares and/or consumables that are required.
- Provide training to recent Cleaning Boat Skippers in the operation and maintenance of all equipment and machinery on their vessel in line with the Companies induction process.
- Account for all tools and keep tools and spares serviceable.
- Keep the engineering inventory up to date.
- Adhere to the USL/NSCV code and pollution regulations (MARPOL Act).
- Adhere to W.A. & NT Worksafe legislation.
- Monitor fuel levels in all tanks and give notice of bunker requirements at least 1 week before the fuel is needed.
- Inform the GM/Skipper or Purchasing Officer of any contractors required as soon as the need arises.
- Keep the master of the vessel and the farm manager informed about any maintenance issues that may occur during the course of the neap that may affect pearling operations i.e. breakdowns i.e.: estimated repair times etc.




- Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times.
- Maintain a high level of safety awareness at all times in relation to yourself and others.
- Keep engineering records up to date.

Minimum Requirements
Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 ticket.
Current Provide First Aid Certificate
Currently working as an engineer with 3 years plus experience in the operation and maintenance of marine propulsion and auxiliary machinery.
Coxswains Grade 2 or higher
C Class Drivers licence
Current Police Clearance (within last 3 months)
Abilities Required
Must be physically fit
Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team
Be willing to work on shore or at sea as required

Willingness and ability to work on a large variety of vessels, equipment and associated equipment.

Experience in working on outboards, inboards, diesel motors and desalination plants
Ability to obtain an MSIC card and Port of Broome induction card.
Ability to maintain the validity of qualifications as required under the USL code, NSCV code and W.A. state maritime legislation.

A fair level of computer skills.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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