Job Description

Engage Marine is an Australian-owned and operated provider of port operations, delivering specialized marine services across various industries. Headquartered in Perth, Western Australia, we operate at key locations across Australia, including Dampier, Cape Lambert, Carnarvon, Sydney, Geelong, Whyalla, Abbot Point, North Queensland and Port Latta. We're committed to driving innovation in marine solutions, providing high-quality service while prioritizing safety and efficiency.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Deckhand to join our Cairns team on a permanent basis.

Utilising your skills and hard work ethic, you’ll be taking on responsibilities to ensure our vessels operate to the highest standard, in the safest way possible to achieve high performing port operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain deck and lines in a state of readiness including thorough mooring and towline inspections.
• Assist in safe bunkering in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Assist in inspecting the fire and safety equipment.
• Assist in the maintenance of tools and equipment on board the vessel.
• Assist in general vessel maintenance.
• Participate in galley duties as required.
• Responsible for preparing the vessel for departure and re-berthing.
• Responsible for housekeeping of the vessel including mess area, deck, bathrooms and sleeping quarters as required.
• Carry out all instructions given by the vessel Master during emergency situations.
• Other responsibilities as directed by the vessel specific Master or Engineer (if assisting in the engine room or with maintenance).
• Assist with any other requests as directed by Engage Marine Group management team including the Port and Technical Managers.

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: AMSA General Purpose Hand (NC) and AMSA Certificate of Safety Training (COST).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Deckhand undertaking similar operations.
• Desirable: Master <24m or above, and/or MED II
• Highly developed leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of marine and safety legislation as well as environmental requirements.
• Ability to maintain positive and effective relationships on-board and with vessel crews.
• Safety leadership capability and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Sound decision making and a proactive, confident approach to problem solving.
• Well-developed organisational and administrative skills, including attention to detail and the ability to prioritise and control own workload.

Note: This role is residential. Due to the high volume of applications, only applicants who reside in Cairns, or are willing to re-locate will be considered.

How to Apply

To register your interest, please click "Apply Now" and attach your CV including referee contact details from the towage industry.

Engage Marine Group and its subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employment Employer and encourage applications from candidates from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women and gender diverse people, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.