Set sail on a rewarding career journey with Austral Fisheries in tropical Cairns!
Are you a recently degree qualified Engineer in Maritime/ Marine Engineering or a relevant trade qualification, and ambitious to take the next step? Or you're an experienced Marine Engineer- we want to hear from you!
About Us
Austral Fisheries Pty Ltd is one of Australia’s largest integrated commercial fi shing companies, with vessels operating in Australia’s sub-Antarctic Territories, the Northern Prawn Fishery and the Timor Reef Fishery.
At Austral Fisheries we pride ourselves on being a leader in Commercial Fishing. Our fleet plays a critical role in delivering top-quality seafood, and we're seeking dedicated Junior Fleet Engineers in a full-time employment capacity to ensure our vessels are operating at their best.
The Northern Prawn Fishery Junior Fleet Engineers will join us in Cairns and gain hands on experience that will shape their careers.
Junior Engineers will be responsible for supporting the refi t and maintenance of Austral’s Cairns fleet of 11 commercial fishing vessels. This will be carried out by ensuring compliance with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority’s requirements for domestic commercial fishing vessels. This role involves supporting the management of the efficient and effective execution of each vessel’s maintenance, servicing, and refit programs to ensure all vessels are seaworthy and allow operations to run smoothly.
Ensuring vessel compliance:
maintaining compliance documentation, including engineer logbooks and maintenance records.
Coordinating and conducting vessel maintenance:
assisting our Fleet Engineers with the management and planning of survey refits including organising contractors.
Delivering support to our vessels at sea during seasons:
resolving vessel breakdowns by guiding At Sea Engineers remotely and occasionally travelling to conduct repairs at sea or other ports.
All staff at Austral Fisheries are responsible for promoting and upholding a strong safety culture within the business and ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures across all fleet operations.
We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels to apply, however there are some key things we are looking for.
Knowledge about the engineering of vessels through a trade or university-level degree (essential)
Passion for Marine Engineering/ Maritime operations
Demonstrated strong computer literacy skills (Microsoft 365 suite- Word, Excel, Outlook)
Some first-hand at-sea experience to understand the challenging environment we operate in (recreational or commercial).
Ability to work outside normal working hours and under pressure in fast-paced environments.
Team player mindset and a can-do attitude
An ability to promote and uphold a strong safety culture within the business.
What's on offer?
Professional development opportunities to build your management skills, learn from experienced professionals and expand your Marine Engineering skill set.
A supportive work environment where your growth is encouraged.
Competitive renumeration
Opportunity to start your career with one of Australia’s leading sustainable seafoodcompanies.
An opportunity to live in Cairns- a unique experience characterized by tropicalrainforests, vibrant and remarkable coral reefs, and a laid-back atmosphere. It isparadise for outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers and those seeking a relaxed lifestyle.
If you are a recent maritime/ marine engineering graduate or looking to engineer yourself a new career pathway, we want to hear from you!
Are you a recently degree qualified Engineer in Maritime/ Marine Engineering or a relevant trade qualification, and ambitious to take the next step? Or you're an experienced Marine Engineer- we want to hear from you!
About Us
Austral Fisheries Pty Ltd is one of Australia’s largest integrated commercial fi shing companies, with vessels operating in Australia’s sub-Antarctic Territories, the Northern Prawn Fishery and the Timor Reef Fishery.
At Austral Fisheries we pride ourselves on being a leader in Commercial Fishing. Our fleet plays a critical role in delivering top-quality seafood, and we're seeking dedicated Junior Fleet Engineers in a full-time employment capacity to ensure our vessels are operating at their best.
The Northern Prawn Fishery Junior Fleet Engineers will join us in Cairns and gain hands on experience that will shape their careers.
Junior Engineers will be responsible for supporting the refi t and maintenance of Austral’s Cairns fleet of 11 commercial fishing vessels. This will be carried out by ensuring compliance with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority’s requirements for domestic commercial fishing vessels. This role involves supporting the management of the efficient and effective execution of each vessel’s maintenance, servicing, and refit programs to ensure all vessels are seaworthy and allow operations to run smoothly.
Ensuring vessel compliance:
maintaining compliance documentation, including engineer logbooks and maintenance records.
Coordinating and conducting vessel maintenance:
assisting our Fleet Engineers with the management and planning of survey refits including organising contractors.
Delivering support to our vessels at sea during seasons:
resolving vessel breakdowns by guiding At Sea Engineers remotely and occasionally travelling to conduct repairs at sea or other ports.
All staff at Austral Fisheries are responsible for promoting and upholding a strong safety culture within the business and ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures across all fleet operations.
We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels to apply, however there are some key things we are looking for.
Knowledge about the engineering of vessels through a trade or university-level degree (essential)
Passion for Marine Engineering/ Maritime operations
Demonstrated strong computer literacy skills (Microsoft 365 suite- Word, Excel, Outlook)
Some first-hand at-sea experience to understand the challenging environment we operate in (recreational or commercial).
Ability to work outside normal working hours and under pressure in fast-paced environments.
Team player mindset and a can-do attitude
An ability to promote and uphold a strong safety culture within the business.
What's on offer?
Professional development opportunities to build your management skills, learn from experienced professionals and expand your Marine Engineering skill set.
A supportive work environment where your growth is encouraged.
Competitive renumeration
Opportunity to start your career with one of Australia’s leading sustainable seafoodcompanies.
An opportunity to live in Cairns- a unique experience characterized by tropicalrainforests, vibrant and remarkable coral reefs, and a laid-back atmosphere. It isparadise for outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers and those seeking a relaxed lifestyle.
If you are a recent maritime/ marine engineering graduate or looking to engineer yourself a new career pathway, we want to hear from you!
