Get to Know Us
At Svitzer, keeping ports running and global trade moving takes more than crews on the water. Behind every safe towage job is a shore-based team making it happen. From operations and technical to planning, systems, and compliance - we rely on capable people who understand the importance of doing things properly. If you’re looking for meaningful work with a tight-knit team that backs each other, you’ll be in good company.
Why You’ll Want to Join Us
This is a newly created, permanent role that provides technical support and leadership to West Coast Operations Teams. You will make a real impact by identifying opportunities to improve vessel reliability and provide practical solutions that support both our people and our customers.
We also offer:
- Company performance-based bonus incentive through participation in Svitzer’s Bonus Plan
- Complimentary catered lunches every day, helping you save time and money
- Flexible working arrangements that support work–life balance
- 18 weeks of paid parental leave to support you and your growing family
- 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
- Access to novated leasing, offering a tax-effective way to finance your next vehicle
How You’ll Make a Difference
Reporting to the Regional Technical Manager, your key responsibilities will include:
- Lead and guide the provision of safe, cost effective and reliable technical services within the assigned fleet of Svitzer Australia
- Oversee the implementation and development of the maintenance and repair procedures with an aim of improving reliability, identifying trends and establishing root causes behind equipment failure
- Provide independent technical review and inspection of vessels to drive asset maintenance improvement
- Lead and support in vessel new building programme and new vessel delivery in operations
- Create and maintain relationships with key suppliers and contractors for effective fleet maintenance and support
- Ensure vessel compliance with all relevant regulations and Svitzer standards in relation to workplace health and safety, environmental and security issues, in all areas of control
What You’ll Bring
To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:
- Proven experience in marine engineering and vessel management
- Tertiary qualification in engineering / naval architecture with marine qualifications highly desirable
- Experience in managing a team or function within a matrix organisation
- Experience in dealing with classification societies and statutory bodies with any matters relating to vessel certification/documentation compliance and variations
- Ability to diagnose the root cause of technical problems and suggest practical, innovative, and timely solutions that meet the needs of the business
- Ability to build relationships, both internally and with external service contractors and parts suppliers, to facilitate a cooperative and efficient working environment
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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Skills Required
- Proven experience in marine engineering and vessel management
- Tertiary qualification in engineering or naval architecture
- Marine qualifications
- Experience managing a team or function within a matrix organization
- Experience dealing with classification societies and statutory bodies regarding vessel certification, documentation compliance, and variations
- Ability to diagnose root causes of technical problems and develop practical, innovative, timely solutions
- Ability to build relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors, and parts suppliers
What We Do
Svitzer is a leading global port and terminal infrastructure provider specializing in towage and marine services. Operating a fleet of 456 vessels, the company serves approximately 2,000 customers in 141 ports and 40 terminals across 37 countries. Their mission is to provide safe, reliable, and sustainable marine solutions, ensuring the efficient movement of goods and enhancing safety within the maritime industry.
