Dredge Crew

Maritime Constructions is a marine contractor, uniquely capable of self-performing the full spectrum of specialised engineering disciplines to deliver complex marine infrastructure projects from design and construction through to commissioning.

Maritime Constructions offers many unique opportunities. As a qualified Coxswain, you'll have the opportunity to undertake training to become a Dredge Operator and work on some of the most spectacular coastlines in the world

Essential criteria for skilled operators:

• MUST have previous experience operating cutter suction dredges
• MUST have minimum Coxswain qualification
• Master 5 and MED2 qualifications or higher will be highly regarded
• Appropriate plant, vehicle and earthmoving equipment licences e.g., front end loader, excavator, HR Truck will be highly regarded
• Must be flexible and prepared to work up to 12 hour shifts (day or night) including weekend work
• Strong commitment to WHS compliance
• Must pass a full pre-employment medical including functional capacity assessment and drug and alcohol screening

Key Responsibilities as a Dredge Deckhand (Once Fully Trained):

• Assess weather and continually monitor tide conditions
• Assist with pre-checks of all plant e.g storm anchors, navigation lights, seacock, inverter, bilge pumps, winch locks
• Monitor and ensure the integrity of the dredges pipe work and perform any pipe work repairs
• Maintain safe pipeline position by monitoring boating traffic to avoid accidents
• Move anchors when necessary
• Monitor and move offshore diffuser regular (report on mooring conditions)
• Complete accurate water  quality testing and recording each shift
• Monitor and maintain anchor barge tender equipment and fuel supplies
• General routine maintenance and housekeeping

Essential Criteria:

• AMSA Certified Coxswain 1NC certification with no restrictions. (First aid included in this, must be current)
• Drivers license
• Construction White Card
• Access to own transport
• Pre-Employment Medical - including; functional capacity, fitness evaluation and a drug and alcohol screen.

Desirable Criteria:

• Barge and Tow experience
• Civil Construction experience
• Mechanical experience e.g. MED3 and above
• High Risk Qualifications e.g. Dogging, rigging
• Excavator, Loader or Dozer ticket

Attributes:

• Great work ethic, 'can do' attitude - self-motivated, hard-working, punctual and reliable
• Flexible and willing to work around weather, tides and shipping, which will include; night works and weekend work, as required
• Strong commitment to safety
• Team player and willingness to listen and learn
• Adaptable and able to think on your feet

If you fit the above criteria, please forward your application letter outlining your suitability, along with a resume including 2 recent work references.