Tug Master

Get to Know Us

At Svitzer, we keep ports running and global trade moving and that starts with our crews on the water. Our tug masters, engineers and deckhands play a vital role in delivering safe, reliable towage every day. If you’re someone who takes pride in doing things properly and being part of a tight-knit crew that looks out for each other, this could be the role for you.

Why You’ll Want to Join Us

This is a permanent, part-time role requiring a minimum of 137 working days per year (equivalent to 75% of a full-time schedule). As the role may require stepping in at short notice, preference will be given to candidates who live within two hours of the port or are willing to relocate at their own expense.

We also offer:

• •15.5% superannuation
• •Access to novated leasing, offering a tax-effective way to finance your next vehicle
• •Discounted gym, pool and leisure centre access across Australia for you and your immediate family
• •Discounted private health insurance to help you and your family stay healthy
• •Service recognition program that celebrates your milestones and contributions
• •Free and confidential EAP support for you and your immediate family

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Tug Master, you’ll take the lead onboard - guiding your crew and delivering safe, reliable towage every day. Reporting to the Port Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• •Taking command of the tug and leading a capable, safety-focused crew
• •Ensuring the vessel is operationally ready - from stores and crew attendance to daily checks
• •Maintaining compliance with safety procedures and maritime regulations
• •Supporting crew performance and development, and escalating issues when needed
• •Assisting with vessel maintenance and keeping operational records accurate and up to date
• •Leading safety onboard through inductions, drills, and ongoing training
• •Sharing your knowledge and helping build capability across the team

What You’ll Bring

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:

A minimum Master

Building a Diverse Workplace

In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job – we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. At Svitzer we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles, and we are excited about hearing from you!

How to Apply

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