Join an award-winning tourism and transport company

Training and Development opportunities provided

About the Role

SeaLink Sydney (Captain Cook Cruises, The Jackson and Starship Group) - part of the Kelsian Group, is searching for an experienced Shore Based Marine Maintenance Technician with a preferred trade background and broad skill-base, who can positively contribute to the culture of the team as well as keeping the fleet in a safe, compliant, and pristine condition. 

Hold a Certificate in Mechanical Trade?

Have a background in the tourism and transport industry?

Looking for an exciting new work environment?

We encourage you to apply!

The maintenance part of the job is exactly what it sounds like. You will conduct routine planned maintenance, attend to breakdown maintenance, assist contractors in higher level maintenance, support on-board engineers, skippers and crew when required, and attend to an array of ad-hoc duties, both on our vessels and around the jetties/offices.

The Marine Maintenance Technician will be responsible for technical duties of 15 vessels answering directly to the Maintenance Manager. The role forms an integral part of a professional maritime support team for the Operational business; working alongside resources in HSEQ and Crewing to deliver best in class performance consistently.

The systems and machinery you will gain exposure to include, but not limited to:

• 14 vessels ranging from 12-63 metres
• Heavy diesel machinery - 4-to-6-cylinder high speed Diesel engines (Scania, Perkins, Gardiners and Cummins) 
• Auxiliary systems (Air-conditioning, Refrigeration, Pumps, Hydraulics and Sullage Systems)
• Electrical and instrumentation systems
• Dry dock works (propeller, shaft work)
• Hull structures and fittings
• Ad-Hoc general handyman tasks required on day-to-day basis

While experience in the area is highly desirable, SeaLink will provide the successful candidate with extensive training.

About You

• Safety conscious
• Possess a positive attitude, is dedicated, reliable, motivated, and proactive
• Involves supervisor/manager in decision making
• Professional across all levels of the business
• Builds positive internal and external relationships
• Willingness to work outside of business hours to meet deadlines in peak periods

What you get in Return

• Opportunities to grow and develop a career in the Maritime Industry
• Opportunities to move to other parts of the SeaLink Group, operating 117 vessels across 6 Australian States.
• A respectful, safe, and inclusive workplace
• A fun and dynamic team environment
• Recognition and Reward
• Other staff benefits such as travel discounts and financial education.

If you think you have the experience and passion to join our team, APPLY now!

How to Apply

Click APPLY and fill in as much information as you can in the track record section of the application, paying close attention to each question.

We are requesting your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the best person for this position.

Applications close by 5pm on 11th December 2024

About Us

SeaLink Sydney Harbour operates a fleet of commercial vessels on Sydney Harbour. Our brands include Captain Cook Cruises, The Jackson and the Starship Group.

SeaLink Sydney Harbour is part of SeaLink Marine & Tourism which is one of Australia's largest marine and tourism businesses with operations across six states and territories, connecting our customers to many of Australia’s most beautiful island destinations and brilliant experiences.

SeaLink Marine & Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia’s largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, the USA, Singapore, London and the Channel Islands.

Kelsian provides essential journeys for our customers by delivering safe and intelligent transport solutions designed to improve the sustainability and liveability of the communities we serve.

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.