The role
We are looking for eager and motivated individuals with the technical skills who are interested in becoming an Outer Harbour Engineer.
As an Engineer – Freshwater Outer Harbour, you will be required to ensure Passenger Services vessels are maintained to a required statutory level of operating and safety requirements. You will directly report to the Head of Operations People Service Delivery and reporting to the Vessel Master when afloat.
Your aim is to assist in maintaining vessel availability and reliability to maintain maximum on-time running to meet the needs of customers.
With other tasks that will involve:
Assist in establishing and maintaining quality management system
Following start-up, shut down and hand over procedures
Operating and maintaining vessel machinery including routine maintenance
Planning the testing of ferry systems and equipment
Coordinating system tests and collating analysis reports
Preparing pre incident reports and monitoring ferry systems
Monitoring fuel consumption and recording fuel sounding reports and
Assisting external authorities with survey inspections and ensuring problems are rectified to achieve certification.
You must be prepared to undertake shift work including weekend and public holidays.
What you bring
Demonstrated experience in routine maintenance on vessel machineray and equipment
Sound knowledge and ability to fault find and rectify problems on board vessels
A minimum of Certificate of Competency Engineer Class 2 (International Qualification) as well as a Marined Engine Driver Grade 2 (MED2) or Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 (MED2) (Domestic Qualifications) all issued by AMSA
A Class 1 (Motor) Certificate of Competency; or a Class 1 Certificate of Recognition; a Class 2 Certificate of Validity or a Class 2 Certificate of Recognition
Medical Fitness - AMSA Form (303) (Engineer Class 2)
Current Provide First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011)
Work well within a team environment
Commitment to provide high quality customer service with both internal and external customers
Strong oral and written communications skills
Good time management skills with the ability to work well under pressure
To be considered for this role, you must possess and upload current copies of the above certificates/qualifications/forms.
About Transdev
Transdev is a world leader in the operation of passenger transport services. We operate in 19 countries around the world, with 83,000 employees and manage 41,000 vehicles. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce which reflects the community and the customers we serve.
Why join us?
Inclusive Culture: We build a supportive culture that encourages diversity and enables our people to flourish.
Employee Resource Groups: Transdev supports employee-led groups focused on diversity, equity and inclusion.
Growth and Development: We offer our employees opportunities to build their own experience within a local, global Group.
Flexible Work Options: We support the development, work-life balance and well-being of our employees
Community Impact: We enable our employees to have a positive social impact by deploying sustainable mobility solutions.
Transdev celebrates diversity and equal opportunities! We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, gender, Indigenous status, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We want to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds and communities.
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, working with children's check, as well as police, licence, and right to work in Australia checks.
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Interested?
If you're as passionate about delivering unparalleled service as we are then, prepare your application by uploading your certificates prior to submitting your application.
Click the ‘Apply now’ button to be directed to our Transdev careers website and complete your application form online.
Applications close 12 April 2026