▷ [27/10/2025] OPS3 - Skipper & Maintenance Officer

Job Summary

History Trust of South Australia

Job reference: 704390

Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE

Job status: Casual

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Opportunity

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to work with historic vessels, operate public tours, and contribute to the maintenance of heritage facilities?

The History Trust of SA is recruiting a casual Skipper & Maintenance Officer to work at the SA Maritime Museum. Utilize your diverse skills in the South Australian cultural and tourism sector.

If you have experience in general building and vessel maintenance and an interest in preserving and promoting the state’s maritime history, we want you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

The Skipper & Maintenance Officer is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the maritime vessels for the History Trust of SA and implements comprehensive maintenance and conservation schedules of vessels and buildings under guidance and supervision of the Senior Skipper & Maintenance Officer.

- Assist with the supervision of volunteers.

- Under direction, undertake program of comprehensive maintenance/conservation schedules for maritime vessels.

- Under direction, provide maintenance and repair works to the museum group of buildings.

- Oversee the operation, cleanliness and maintenance of vessels.

- Undertake maritime tours and cruises.

- Under direction, negotiate and supervise contract work associated with vessels and collection objects.

- Under direction, train and supervise volunteers working on the vessels and in the workshop.

- Contribute to the museum’s WHS programs to ensure safe work practices and compliance with policies and legislation.

- Oversee the maintenance activities and condition of the workspaces, tools and equipment.

- Under direction, assist with the installation and removal of exhibitions and displays.

Special Conditions

- Some out of hours work may be required.

- Regular weekend work will be required.

- Engagement in this role is subject to a satisfactory Department of Human Services Working with Children Check.

- Intrastate and interstate travel may be required and a current driver’s licence is required.

Essential Qualifications

Coxswain Grade 1 or Grade 2 Near Coastal Certificate.

Location

SAMaritime Museum, Lipson St, Port Adelaide.

Remuneration

$34.55-$36.82 hourly rate (increment relating to experience, excludes 25% casual loading).

Employment Period

This is a casual position for up to 12 months (may be renewed) with no guaranteed hours of employment.

Applications close

09/11/2025 11:30 PM

Enquiries

Enquiries can be directed to Carolyn Donaghey, Manager of Museums, via email: HR@history.sa.gov.au

Requirements

- CV

- Cover Letter

- Pre-Employment Declaration

- Cover Page

- Capability Statement demonstrating suitability for the role by addressing the selection criteria (Section B of the Role Statement).

Applicants should include the name, address and contact number of three (3) current referees.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the I Work for SA “Apply” button below. Please see the attachments below for more information about the role.

Attachments

- HTSA Application Cover Sheet.pdf

- How to Apply PS Act Guidelines.pdf

- OPS3_MMME_Capability Statement_Skipper Maintenance - Oct 2025.pdf

- OPS3_MMME_Role Statement_Skipper Maintenance Officer_Multiple_P29678 - Oct 2025.pdf

- Pre-Employment-Declaration.pdf

Flexibility Statement

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

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