Established in 1972, Stehr Group is recognised as one of Australia’s leading seafood companies, specialising in the off-shore ranching and grow-out of Southern Bluefin Tuna. 

Based in Port Lincoln, Australian Tuna Fisheries / Stehr Group are seeking a motivated person to fill the following vacancy within our dynamic aquaculture company: 

CASUAL/FULL TIME MARINE ENGINE DRIVER - MED1 or MED2 

Contribute to the safe, efficient, and effective operation of the vessel through the provision of a broad range of skills and abilities related to the fish catching and fish husbandry processes.

The role:

• Responsible for the day to day running and maintenance of the vessel as directed, pre-checks, general start-ups, checks, record keeping, servicing, vessel crane and basic hydraulic repairs.
• Tuna fishing and towing operations within qualification limits
• Preparing vessel for sea under supervision from Vessel Maintenance Manager
• Feeding and harvest operations inshore
• General maintenance and upkeep of the vessel
• Ensure safety of self, vessel and others

Personal Abilities and Attributes:

• Passionate and positive personality
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Well presented
• Innovative and optimistic
• Good conflict resolution skills
• Enjoys being part of a team and recognising team successes
• Up front and honest

Essential:

• Qualification as Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 or 2 (with experience)
• Sound knowledge of engineering and vessel maintenance and responsibilities
• Can diagnose problems and communicate them with ability to complete basic repairs as required
• Unsupervised servicing of machinery
• Understand and completes daily checks, record keeping is maintained and reporting of issues or faults is timely and accurate
• Relevant work experience in similar roles

Full time position with an attractive remuneration is available for the right candidate.

A pre-employment medical must be undertaken prior to commencement.