Maritime Trainees 2026

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Transdev Australia & New Zealand Full time $50,276 - $70,000 per year

Our opportunity
Love being around the water and helping people? Fresh out of school, then this role is for you.

Kickstart your career in maritime by joining us as a journey maker and complete the maritime Traineeship for 12 months at Transdev Sydney Ferries.

Throughout the traineeship, you will participate in a range of on and off the job training and assessments. The traineeship will involve you attending TAFE or equivalent to obtain the following qualifications:

  • Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal)
  • Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)
  • Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver – Grade 3)

The on-job training at Transdev Sydney Ferries will involve engaging in the daily operation, navigation, cleaning, security and maintenance of ferries, wharves and facilities. You will also be required to work in a rotating roster, including overnight shifts where required.

The remuneration package for this role is at $973 per week plus super + penalties, you must also be willing to start at the
end of January 2026
to meet enrolment requirements.

What You Bring
To be successful in the role, you must have:

  • completed Year 10 or above
  • Demonstrated ability to swim 50 metres and able to provide evidence via letterhead from your local pool – Click HERE for more information
  • Be an Australian Citizen or be a Permanent Resident
  • Be enthusiastic and eager to learn on the job
  • Work well within a team environment
  • Be prepared to work shift including weekends

The Benefits For You
The Maritime Traineeship is a unique opportunity to gain exposure to the maritime industry while obtaining nationally recognised maritime training and qualifications. Once you have completed the traineeship, you will be qualified to start your career in the maritime industry.

We support applications from people representing all diversity groups and ages such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQ+, people with disabilities, religious beliefs, and ethnicity. We also have an uncompromising attitude to the safety of our employees, clients and customers. The support of a diverse workforce is what makes us an Endorsed Employer for Women by Work180 .

About Transdev Sydney Ferries
Transdev Sydney Ferries is the operator of the iconic Sydney Ferries on behalf of the NSW Government employing around 650 staff at any given time and operating over 170,000 services per year throughout Sydney Harbour and its related waterways.

Transdev is a world leader in the operation of passenger transport services and operates in 20 countries around the world with over 82,000 employees.

Our Recruitment Process
Consistent with our uncompromising attitude to the safety of our employees, client and customers, our recruitment process may include a medical assessment, drug & alcohol testing as well as police, licence and right to work in Australia checks.

By submitting your personal information to Transdev you consent to such information being collected, held, used and disclosed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

To find out more visit our careers page

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Interested and want to be part of our journey in supporting people of our community '
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