About the Role

The Second Engineers’ primary function is to assist with the safe and secure operations of Company vessels. This will include working as part of a well-established cohesive team, whilst maintaining excellence in safety and reliability at all times. You will be working in close conjunction with the Chief Engineer.

This position requires interpersonal and organisational skills and effective written and verbal communication skills are essential to this role. Regular communication with passengers to assist in loading and unloading the ferry is required therefore a level of personal engagement is required.

The Second Engineer will be expected to meet and exceed key performance indicators, whilst displaying a high level of work ethics.

This role requires energy, commitment, initiative, teamwork, multi-skilling, and time management. We also offer training opportunities for personal development and upskilling to a Class 3 ticket supported by SeaLink.

About You

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Initiative & self-motivated
• Systematic reasoning

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• MED1
• Current National Police Clearance
• Current First Aid
• Sound working knowledge of the following:
• Welding (oxy-arc-mig)
• Boiler making
• AC & DC Electrics
• Hydraulic systems
• Practical experience in shipbuilding and repair
• Working knowledge of OH&S systems and regulations
• Elements of Shipboard Safety Certificate

Desirable

• Trade Certificate
• Confined Space
• Working at Heights Certificate

Applications will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

SeaLink Marine and Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia’s largest integrated land and marine, tourism and public transport service provider with established international operations in London and Singapore.

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Virtual fly through of new Kangaroo Island ferries Ruwi and Wanggami