Tug General Deckhand

Tug/General Deckhand

Port Otago Group's business comprises a regional container terminal, bulk port activities, cruise and property investment and development. We service South Canterbury, Otago, and Southland, working with customers to streamline their supply chains. Our culture is hands-on, safety focused and encourages continuous improvement.

A rare opportunity has become available for a permanent Tug/General Deckhand to join our Marine & Infrastructure team, where you will enjoy stunning views of the Otago Harbour as your place of work.

In this role you will be working on our Port Otago owned and operated vessels, particularly our Tugs and Pilot Launch, responsible for both deckhand and maintenance duties on these vessels.

You will have the following Key Attributes:

An excellent Health and Safety record, and not afraid to speak up

Previous experience as a deckhand is an advantage

Working knowledge of marine equipment and procedures desirable

The physical fitness to meet the demands of the role, and the ability to obtain a Seafarers Medical

The ability to work well as part of a team that requires flexibility 24/7

What you need to know about the role:

The Tug/General Deckhands provide cover for 24hrs/day, attending to all ship handling work required while rostered on. Rostering is based on an equal time roster.

You may be required to do relief work on other Port Otago vessels as required, and full training will be given to the successful applicant.

Heads up:

A full clean NZ Drivers licence is essential

You must be able to pass Ministry of Justice, ACC checks and a medical which includes a drug and alcohol test as part of our recruitment process

Random drug and alcohol testing as an employee of Port Otago

What's in it for you?

This position attracts a competitive salary, 5 weeks annual leave, and you will be entitled to comprehensive health insurance cover through UniMed for you, your partner and dependent children (valued at approx $4,200.00) and Superannuation matched up to 7% after 6 months service.

You can also look forward to working for an organisation which prides itself on ongoing Health and Wellness initiatives and having a collaborative work environment which encourages people to be as great as they can be. Contribution towards relocation costs to Dunedin are on offer if required.

How do I apply?

Please apply online via our website to ensure our Port Otago Application Form is completed.

Please ensure that you include a copy of your up-to-date CV along with your application. If you are not currently living in Dunedin, please tell us why you would like to move to this wonderful city in your cover letter.

Applications close 5pm, Monday 28th of October 2024

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