VOYAGER SAFETY PYY LTD: Our company is a locally owned sales and service station specialising in life-saving appliances (LSA) and Fire-Fighting Appliances (FFA) for the ship and offshore industries, handcrafted by long-term Darwin residents with 20 years of experience in the industry. We also provide a range of surveys and consultancy services for shipping-related matters, including large vessels and domestic commercial vessels. We serve many regions in the NT, including but not limited to Darwin, Gove, Groote, Bing Bong, Melville Island and Port Keats. We provide our services to several clients, including those in the Offshore Industry, International Fishing Fleets, Tourism Shipping, Domestic Commercial Vessels, and Recreational Vessels. It includes multibillion-dollar Liquefied Natural Gas companies such as Darwin Santos and Inpex, one of the largest Pearl companies in the world Paspaley Pearls, local shipping companies Sea Swift, KOTUG, TSA, Bhagwan, and many others. Our company was started in 2018 by four founding partners, each with their specialties.

We are currently seeking an experienced and qualified person to fill the role of Assistant Safety Technician (LSA/FFA), based in our Darwin Office. It presents a unique opportunity for seafarers to transition into a shore-based occupation.

Reporting to the Chief Technician, the Assistant Safety Technician (LSA/FFA) is responsible for assisting with the onboard safety inspection, service and maintenance of Marine Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment.

Skills and Experience: -

● A minimum of 3 years’ experience working on board with responsibility to Safety Inspection and maintenance of LSA and FFA equipment of the ships.

● Life Raft and Life Jacket safety inspection and servicing experience preferred.

● Understanding of ensuring compliance with regulations about LSA and FFA equipment for safety at sea.

● Understanding of maintenance and replacement of LSA and FFA equipment under the Safety Management System of the ships and their flags.

● Understanding of periodic surveys of LSA and FFA equipment of a ship to ensure standards are maintained.

● Having a valid forklift operator license.

● Having a valid driving license from NT.

● Be able to undertake training courses as required.

● Be prepared to increase the knowledge base around compliance and regulation.

● Build positive relationships with customers.

● Comply with NT WHS rules and regulations.

Key area of responsibilities:

● Assist all LSA and FFA Technicians in safety inspection and servicing general LSA and FFA equipment, both in the field & workshop.

● Safety Inspection test parts and systems to ensure that they are working correctly.

● Follow the necessary checklists to ensure that all critical parts are examined.

● Identify worn and faulty component needs by the company standards.

● Provide service and customer support during field visits or onsite.

● Manage all onsite installation, repair, maintenance, safety inspection and test tasks.

● Diagnose errors or technical problems and determine proper solutions.

● Produce timely and detailed service reports.

● Document processes in an accurate manner.

● Be able to work autonomously & unsupervised, with a can-do attitude.

● Cooperate with the technical team and share information across the organisation.

● Comprehend customer requirements and make appropriate recommendations and briefings.

● Enter Job information into App-based software.