Vessel Traffic Services Officer

About Flinders Port Holdings
Flinders Port Holdings is South Australia's leading Port services group with assets and operations across South Australia. Through integrated stevedoring, infrastructure and logistics services, we connect South Australian businesses to each other and to the world.

With over 700 employees across the State, we are a diverse and dynamic organisation, committed to delivering the highest quality port and supply chain services.

Role Overview
We are currently looking for a Vessel Traffic and Services Officer (VTSO) to provide communication and information centred client services to the shipping industry to ensure the safe, efficient and cost-effective movement of vessels for all ports serviced/owned by Flinders Ports by consulting with pilots, ship's masters, shipping agents and towage operators, and internal staff.

Located at Outer Harbor at our Marine Operations Centre, the role operates on a rotational 12-hour shift basis working 2 days, 2 nights and then 4 days off. This may vary during training.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure communication of changes to shipping schedules to all relevant parties and coordinate any resultant changes;
• Operate the South Australia Radio Network to provide a maritime radio distress and safety service;
• Ensure the surveillance and radio monitoring of all Adelaide VTS areas;
• Deliver a timely and accurate administrative function of the Marine Operations Centre, including maintaining systems, files and logs, and producing records, reports and statistical data; and
• Assist in the management of labour allocation through a labour allocation system.

About You
Your skills and experience will include;

• Valid driver's licence;
• Hold a VTS Operators C0103-1 qualification (desirable);
• Previous experience in communication role with proficiency in Radio Telephony and use of VHF radio, telephones and electronic tools, and a Marine Radio Certificate;
• Ability to work efficiently in interchanging teams and prioritise tasks under pressure whilst maintaining client focus;
• Well-developed communication skills who interacts effectively with other team members, clients and the general public; and
• Restricted Master Class V Certificate of Competency and nautical, ship and coastal navigation knowledge is desirable but not essential.

Benefits
We care about our people – that's why we offer a variety of benefits focussed on your wellbeing, that support your career and life outside of work, including:

• $299 annual health and wellbeing subsidy
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Supportive, motivated and fun team environment
• An inclusive workplace that fosters diversity
• Dress for your day office attire
• Corporate Discounts on Private Health Insurance with Medibank
• Making a difference to South Australians

To Apply
Even if you don't think you quite meet all the criteria, we'd still love to hear from you. Please click on the link provided to submit your application, ensuring your Resume outlines your experience and qualifications.

A pre-employment medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening) is a requirement of the company, along with ability to hold a MSIC (Maritime Security Identification Card). Don't worry, if you don't hold an MSIC card, if successful, we will work with you to help you obtain it.

To be eligible for consideration, applicants must hold Australian working rights.

Please apply online, email applications will not be considered.

Flinders Port Holdings can provide individual accessibility support that may be needed during your interview process. Please let us know of any accommodations that may assist in helping you feel more welcome by contacting our team on the email address below.

Want to know more?
If you would like to understand more about the role you can email the following contact email.

At Flinders Port Holdings, we're committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including people with disabilities, all age groups, the LGBTIQA+ community, and culturally diverse backgrounds, including First Nations People. Our team values diverse perspectives, believing that they enhance our work environment and benefit our customers. Join us, and be part of a workplace where everyone belongs.