Head of Dredging Operations

Port of Brisbane

Closing date: 26/09/2024
- **Opportunity to bring your marine dredging expertise to a newly created leadership role**:

- **Oversee an annual internal and external dredging program in a job where no two days are the same**:

- **Competitive remuneration package, leadership development, free gym & wellbeing programs**

**Ready for the best career you never imagined?**

The Port of Brisbane is a cornerstone of the Queensland economy. As the company entrusted to maintain and develop the Port and its operations, we play a vital and diverse role. **And so will you.**

Join us in this **Head of Dredging Operations** role where you will lead the Dredging Operations team to deliver safe, effective, profitable and efficient internal and external dredging services, maintaining channel and berth depths within the Port of Brisbane and meeting our external customer dredging requirements.

**Strategic, curious and resilient: Here’s who we’re looking for.**
- You’re tertiary qualified and experienced in managing dredging operations and providing high level technical dredging expertise (TSHD and Cutter Suction).
- You’re passionate about safely optimising dredging operations and have a continuous improvement mindset.
- You have had experience contributing to new build TSHD designs and deliveries which will be key for our next generation of newbuild dredging vessels.
- You’re experienced in the development of strategies and driving best practice in relation to WHS, Environment, Sustainability and Quality.
- You build and promote a culture of respect, collaboration, accountability and contribution amongst your team.
- You’re flexible and comfortable working in fast-paced environments, across multiple projects and with changing priorities.
- You’re an effective communicator and great at building and nurturing productive relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- You’re experienced in managing commercial contracts, including report running & analysis, invoicing and forward planning, and have a focus on optimising profitability of operations and growing revenue sustainably.
- Previous sailing experience in a deck officer or Master position on a TSHD is highly desirable.

**This bit matters **We’re an equal opportunity employer and we’re proud of our diverse work environment. We are also on our own journey to support an even more diverse and inclusive workplace culture. We recognise the need to continue to encourage diversity and strive to have a workforce that is representative of our community. If you have any questions about our inclusivity or accessibility, please do get in touch.

**Five reasons why we hope you’ll apply**

You’ll enjoy some great benefits at Port of Brisbane, including Flex-Work, a Healthy Lifestyle Program including a free on-site gym, a subsidised Café, and a commitment to developing our people. But joining us in this role should mean so much more.
- **A diverse role where every day’s different**

As Head of Dredging Operations, you’ll get interesting, varied work, as an integral part of the Marine Leadership team maintaining safe navigable depths of the Port’s navigational channel, playing a vital role in ensuring safe passage of vessels along the eastern seaboard.
- **An important job, a powerful purpose**

What we do at Port of Brisbane affects all Queenslanders and many who visit our proud state. So, it’s vital that we get the right person to join our Marine Leadership team and play a key role in delivering on our ambitious strategic goals.
- **A place where flexibility matters too**:
We expect a lot from our people, who are committed and dedicated to our mission. You’ll enjoy opportunities for flexible work and professional development - and in turn you will support the development and work-life balance of your team.
- **A welcoming, supportive culture**:
You’ll find so many friendly, connected people at Port of Brisbane, and our Marine team are no exception. From our long termers who will share their guidance and understanding of the past, to our new team members bringing new ideas, and the steady hands of those in between - you’ll find a team focused on delivery.
- **A proud reputation; a bright future**:
You’ll join a company renowned for best practice in our industry, and a Marine team that is proud of the impact we make. But we’re not sitting still. Bring your fresh perspectives and expertise to a team that truly values them.

If you’re interested in the role and think you fit the bill, we’d love to hear from you

**Attachments**:

- Head of Dredging Operations PD.pdf