Senior Tug Master for Mining and Resources Operations

3 days ago


Darwin city centre, Northern Territory, Australia Synaco Global Recruitment Full time

Synaco Global Recruitment is partnering with a leading global player in the mining and resources sector to find an experienced Senior Tug Master to join their operations in the Gulf of Carpentaria. This exciting opportunity offers a unique chance to work in a dynamic team environment, contributing to the success of a world-class organization.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in harbour towage, with experience as an Engineer and Master on ASD vessels. They will be required to perform a range of duties, including performing harbour towage, acting as Engineer when not performing Master duties, taking command of the Tug and its crew when acting as Master, and completing preventative, corrective and statutory maintenance on the vessel.

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring 100% compliance and completion of planned maintenance tasks, coordinating the attendance of crew as required for operations, providing stores, and ensuring readiness for operations. You will also ensure compliance with site's authorized policies and procedures, in alignment with statutory obligations including quality assurance and ISM procedures.

You will manage crew discipline, aligning with company policies and procedures while living to its Core Values. Additionally, you will supervise and assist with Tug maintenance as necessary, complete operational reports and vessel logs to a high standard, and lead and motivate the vessel crew on familiarization and compliance with the safety management system.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a remote location with a one week on-one week off roster. Flights from Cairns or Darwin are provided, along with accommodation and meals whilst on site. The salary for this role is $65.00 - $67.50 per hour flat rate, plus a 10% loading on hours worked outside of shift times.



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