Engineer

About Us

Svitzer has been a global leader in towage services for over 190 years, providing safe and efficient marine solutions across Australia and Papua New Guinea. With a fleet of over 100 vessels, we take pride in delivering reliable, innovative, and sustainable maritime operations.

We are looking for a Tug Engineer with a strong work ethic, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to safety and teamwork, to join our team in Port Botany.

This is an 80% permanent part-time role with no set roster, requiring availability throughout the year for a minimum of 145 working days. You will receive a fortnightly salary based on an 80% pro-rated structure. Additional rates will apply if your working days exceed the 145-day threshold. To provide flexibility, you can choose between two leave options: five days off per month with one 30-day block per year, or seven days off per month without block leave.

What You Can Look Forward To

Join our team as a Tug Engineer working across Sydney Harbour and Port Botany - Australia's busiest and most iconic ports. You'll play a key role in safe, efficient towage operations, supporting everything from cruise ships to container vessels.

What You Will Do

Reporting to the Port Manager and the Tug Master onboard the vessel, your responsibilities will include:

• Maintain operational standards of all machinery, including deck and engine
• Conduct maintenance and repair of marine plant and equipment
• Prepare maintenance and operational reports as required
• Report operational defects in a timely manner
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and statutory obligations
• Participate in safety, skills, and competency training
• Assist other crew members on deck as needed
• Undertake duty at dockings, including monitoring and supervising other personnel
• Monitor and review relevant work health and safety standards and procedures
• Participate in operational improvement exercises and environmental compliance

What You Will Need To Succeed

To thrive this position, you will demonstrate:

• A minimum Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency or higher
• Current statements of attainment in Provide First Aid and Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• A current AMSA Medical applicable to your Certificate of Competency
• A valid MSIC or 'Job Ready' MSIC Application (or proof of ability to obtain)
• Prior experience in towage or tugs operations is highly advantageous to quickly adapt and contribute to safe and efficient operations.
• Motivation towards safe workplace behaviours, practices and compliance.
• Willingness to collaborate effectively with team members, through clear communication, mutual respect, and support.
• A calm and focused composure during high-pressure situations and emergencies.
• Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written
• Demonstrate resilience and problem-solving skills to handle unexpected challenges.
• The right to live and work in Australia

How to Apply

If you share our excitement for the journey ahead and would like to work with leaders in the industry, we can't wait to hear from you! To apply, click on the Apply button to be redirected to the job vacancy on the Careers at Svitzer website. Applications must be received by close of business 16th May 2025. - please note we do not accept applications received via e-mail.

We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date, therefore it is recommended that you apply as soon as possible. For further information, please contact the People & Culture team at

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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