Chief Engineer - Sydney - Australian Department of Home AffairsJob Summary:We are seeking professionals who can respond positively to a challenging and high-pressure environment. As Chief Engineer (CENG) or Deputy Engineer (DENG), you will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of marine vessels.The CENG oversees the Marine Engineering Department on the vessel, ensuring all plant and equipment are functioning properly. In an emergency, the CENG will assume control of the ship''s damage control organisation.The DENG undertakes marine engineering activities under limited supervision and assists the CENG.Mandatory Qualifications:CENG Thaiyak and Bay Class:Engineer Watchkeeper Certificate of Competency (Marine Order 72 and STCW regulation III/1); and/orEngineer Class 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency (Marine Order 505).DENG Cape Class:Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency (Marine Order 505) or higher.About Our Opportunity:This process is being used to fill 6 immediate positions. Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; VIC; WA.About Our Team:National Operations | Maritime Border Command & OSB | Marine Deployments & SupportAbout Us:The Australian Border Force (ABF) is an operationally independent body within the Home Affairs Portfolio. We operate in a rapidly evolving international environment and must perform to the highest standards, as expected by the Australian community, whilst remaining agile and able to anticipate and respond to emerging threats.Branch Overview:Marine Deployments and Support Branch (MDSB) deploys sea-going marine Border Force Officers to Australian Border Force Cutters (ABFC) and Australian Defence Vessel (ADV) Ocean Protector where they undertake a range of border enforcement activities throughout the Australian Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).- Spend time away from home for extended periods usually up to 22 days (Bay Class) and 28 days (Thaiyak and Cape Class) on a Fly In Fly Out roster.- Commuted Sea-Going Allowance (CMA) - 63% of base salary after successful completion of pre-deployment requirements.Application Instructions:Submit your CV through the Home Affairs'' recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 17/02/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT Late applications will not be accepted.The First Assessment stage will include your CV, Qualifications and an Online Written Scenario Based Question.The Second Assessment Stage will involve a Panel interview using a digital interviewing platform.To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance.Diversity and inclusion:The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Chief Engineer - Sydney - Australian Department of Home Affairs