▷ [Only 24h Left] Marine Maintenance Technician [ SeaLink Marine & Tourism - Northern Territory]

Permanent Full Time Position

Join an award-winning tourism and transport company

Training and Development opportunities provided

About the Role

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 3 vessels. 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:

- 3 vessels ranging length
- Heavy diesel machinery - 4-to-6-cylinder high speed Diesel engines
- 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

About You

Skill Requirements:

- Safety conscious
- Possess a positive attitude, is dedicated, reliable, motivated, and proactive
- Seeks approval from appropriate authorities
- 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

Qualifications

- Certificate in Mechanical Trade (Diesel fitter, electrical, refrigeration or plumbing) - preferred
- Work within confined spaces ticket (preferred)
- Working at Heights ticket (preferred)
- Senior First Aid/Advanced Resuscitation (preferred)
- Open Drivers Licence
- Marine Engine Drivers Ticket - not essential

Experience

- Welding, Painting, Plumbing experience preferred
- Electrical fault-finding experience
- Basic understanding of workshop practices including OH&S and housekeeping
- Sound knowledge of WH&S obligations relevant to the marine/transport industry
- Proficient in written and spoken English
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Computer knowledge, proficiency with MEX fleet management software or similar an advantage
- Experienced in servicing, periodical inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs to commercial vessels
- The ability to be proactive and work in a dynamic team environment is crucial to the success of this role.

If this sounds like your dream job, we encourage you to apply.

Applications close by 30 October 2025

About Us

SeaLink Northern Territory operates out of Darwin and is proudly Australian-owned and operated. With 3 vessels and over 25 staff, SeaLink Northern Territory is a fast-growing business and a prominent ferry and tour operator in the region, operating daily 13 daily services to Mandorah and 3 services a week to the Tiwi Islands.

SeaLink Northern Territory is part of SeaLink Marine & Tourism company, 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 and Tourism company, 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.

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.

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