About the business and the role

The Port of Darwin is the nation's 'northern gateway' for Australasian trade. We have commercial wharf facilities at East Arm and the cruise ship terminal at Fort Hill Wharf.

Darwin Port provides world class pilotage and harbour control systems and a seamless supply chain capable of handling containers, bulk liquids, bulk materials, live exports and heavy lift oversized cargoes. With expansion plans and a commitment to continuing investments in infrastructure, Darwin Port is ready to service Australia's future needs and capitalise on the development of Northern Australia and emerging markets.

The position

As a Wharf Services Officer with Darwin Port, you will assist with general maintenance and housekeeping of all the Ports’ infrastructure, plant, equipment and grounds whilst providing a commitment to quality and safe work and environment practices.

This includes operating equipment, logistical support including forklift operations for assistance with loading and unloading of stores, luggage, waste and supply fresh water to vessels and cruise ships; provision of fencing and gangways for various vessel types to meet operational, safety and security requirements. This is a physical hands on role, which also includes grounds maintenance of mowing, whippersnipping & weed spraying at times.

This role may require attendance out of hours, including weekends and public holidays that will attract overtime payments.

Skills and experience

You will be able to effectively and safely operate specialised high risk equipment in a high risk port and/or bulk material handling and/or transport logistics' environment. You will be self-motivated and reliable, with proven ability to work as part of a multi-disciplined and multi-cultural team and/or under limited supervision.

A demonstrated understanding of Work Health & Safety principles, including safety and environmental issues in the marine environment, is a must.

The following qualifications & licences are essential;

Current NT manual drivers licence

Current NT High Risk Work Licenses - Forklift (LF) & Dogging (DG) Licences

Current Light Rigid (LR) Drivers Licence

Current Working at Heights qualification

Previous experience using mechanical tools (mowers, chainsaws, trimmers) and chemical treatments (herbicides) for weed spraying

Franna, Slewing Crane, Elevated Work Platform, Traffic Control licences are desirable

All applicants must hold or be eligible to obtain a Maritime Security Identity Card (MSIC) and will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment and will be subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Company policy.

Job benefits and perks

Ordinary Hours - Monday – Friday 37.5 hours per week

5 weeks annual leave per annum

Position is located at East Arm Wharf, Berrimah NT, but will also be required to work at Fort Hill Wharf servicing cruise ships and other vessels.

Full time, permanent role

Probation period applies

This position is located at East Arm Wharf, but will require regular travel to Fort Hill Wharf also. The successful applicant will need sufficient transport to get to and from work, as there is no public transport (buses) or bicycle access to East Arm Wharf .

You must be honest, reliable and be able work both as part of a team and independently. Our organisational culture is underpinned by the Darwin Port values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Honesty and Safety.

Interested? Applications must be submitted via the link on this advertisement. Review the position description on our Careers page at https://www.darwinport.com.au/about/careers

For further information on this position please email HR on [email protected]

All applications should include your current resume plus a short covering letter or email outlining your interest and suitability for this role.

Applications close strictly COB 13th August 2025

NB: We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date on the advertisement if we receive suitable candidates. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.