Ops3 - Skipper & Maintenance Officer

2 days ago

Adelaide, Australia SA Government -HISTORY TRUST OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA Full time

**History Trust of South Australia**
**Job reference**: 704390
**Location**: 5000 - ADELAIDE
**Job status**: Casual
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

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. Utilise 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.

**The Opportunity**:
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.

**Key components of the role**:

- 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**:
**Essential Qualifications**:
Coxswain Grade 1 or Grade 2 Near Coastal Certificate.

**Location**:
SA Maritime 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.

**Enquiries to**:
**Requirement**:

- CV
- Cover Letter
- Pre-Employment Declaration
- Cover Page
- Capability Statement demonstrating their 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.

**Applications close**: 09/11/2025 11:30 PM

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