About Us

At Svitzer, we've been supporting safe and reliable towage in ports around the world for more than 190 years. Here in Geraldton, we're proud to be part of the local community - working alongside people who know the harbour, the conditions, and the importance of doing the job safely.

We're currently seeking expressions of interest from locally based Tug Masters who bring capability, calm leadership, and a strong commitment to safety. If you're an experienced marine professional living in or around Geraldton, this is an opportunity to be part of a trusted crew where your local knowledge truly counts.

Please note this is an expression of interest only. Applications will be reviewed and held in a candidate pool for future opportunities. When roles become available, those who meet the requirements and are shortlisted may be contacted.

What You Will Do

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Taking command of the tug and managing the crew
• Coordinating crew attendance, provisioning stores, and ensuring operational readiness
• Ensuring compliance with Svitzer policies and statutory obligations, including quality assurance and ISM procedures
• Managing crew discipline and escalating issues when necessary
• Supervising and assisting with tug maintenance
• Preparing operational reports
• Conducting induction training for visitors, employees, and authorized personnel
• Leading and motivating the crew on safety management system compliance
• Participating in safety training and operational improvement exercises
• Adhering to roster arrangements and standing orders
• Engaging in skills and competency training, including training other crew members and trainees

What You Will Need to Succeed

To thrive in this position, you will demonstrate:

• Minimum Master 45m Near Coastal Certificate of Competency or higher.
• Long Range Operator Certificate of Proficiency (LROCP) or equivalent
• Current statements of attainment in Provide First Aid and Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.
• A current AMSA Medical applicable to your Certificate of Competency.
• A valid MSIC or 'Job Ready' MSIC Application (or proof of ability to obtain).
• Prior experience as a Tug Master operating ASD-tugs is essential for adapting to and ensuring safe and efficient vessel operations.
• Proven ability to lead a crew effectively, fostering a collaborative and safety-focused work environment.
• A calm and focused composure during high-pressure situations and emergencies.
• Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written
• Demonstrate resilience and problem-solving skills to handle unexpected challenges.
• You must reside in Geraldton or the immediate surrounding area.

If you share our excitement for the journey ahead and would like to work with leaders in the industry, we can't wait to hear from you! To apply, click on the Apply button to be redirected to the job vacancy on the Careers at Svitzer website. Applications must be received by close of business 31 May 2025 - please note we do not accept applications received via e-mail.

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.