Tug Master

Get to Know Us

At Svitzer, we keep ports running and global trade moving - and that starts with our crews on the water. Our tug masters, engineers and deckhands play a vital role in delivering safe, reliable towage every day. If you're someone who takes pride in doing things properly and being part of a tight-knit crew that looks out for each other - this could be the role for you.

Do you have a passion for leading a safety focused crew? If so, we're looking for a Tug Master to join our Sydney Operations towage team for both rostered and unrostered positions.

Why You'll Want to Join Us

As a Tug Master in our Sydney Operations team, you'll lead a skilled crew in one of Australia's most vital and fast-paced ports. This is a chance to take the helm in a role where your leadership and technical expertise directly support the safe movement of trade, every day making a difference on the water.

At Svitzer, you'll find a strong safety-first culture, a supportive team environment, and real opportunities to grow. With access to ongoing training, modern vessels, and a company that values doing things the right way, this is a rewarding next step for experienced tug operators ready to lead from the front.

How You'll Make a Difference

As a Tug Master, you'll take the lead onboard - guiding your crew and delivering safe, reliable towage every day. Reporting to the Port Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Taking command of the tug and leading a capable, safety-focused crew
• Ensuring the vessel is operationally ready - from stores and crew attendance to daily checks
• Maintaining compliance with safety procedures and maritime regulations
• Supporting crew performance and development, and escalating issues when needed
• Assisting with vessel maintenance and keeping operational records accurate and up to date
• Leading safety onboard through inductions, drills, and ongoing training
• Sharing your knowledge and helping build capability across the team
• Leading and managing crew to ensure safety, teamwork, and high performance.

What You'll Bring

To thrive in this role, you'll bring:

• A minimum Master 45m Near Coastal Certificate of Competency or equivalent
• A Long-Range Operator Certificate of Proficiency (LROCP) or equivalent
• A valid AMSA Medical that matches your Certificate of Competency
• Current Provide First Aid and Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificates
• Experience operating tugs - this will help you step in with confidence
• A supportive leadership stye that builds trust and brings the crew together
• A strong focus on safety and following procedures to get the job done right
• The ability to stay calm, think clearly, and adapt when conditions change
• A willingness to embrace technology and support sustainable ways of working
• The right to live and work in Australia

Ready to Apply?

If this opportunity feels like the right fit, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply to submit your application via the Careers at Svitzer website.

Please make sure to apply by close of business 29th August 2025. We're unable to accept applications by email.

We may begin the shortlisting process before the closing date, so we encourage you to apply early. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our recruitment team at .

Building a Diverse Workplace

In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job - we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they don't meet every single qualification. At Svitzer we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles, and we are excited about hearing from you

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please click on the 'Apply Now' button and create a Candidate Home to manage your applications.