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Deck Mechanic | Whyalla, SA

About CSL

CSL Australia (“CSLA”) was established in 1999 and is the largest owner of and operator of dry bulk coastal vessels operating in Australian waters. CSLA is the major supplier of shipping services to the construction and building industries. CSLA is a division of The CSL Group Inc. (“CSL”) which operates a highly diversified fleet of specialised self-unloading vessels, off-shore transhippers, and Handysize bulk carriers. CSL delivers millions of tons of cargo to industrial customers annually.

At CSL, we are committed to the well-being of our crews and employees, and to promoting a corporate culture that values high ethical standards, a safe and healthy workplace, and respect for the environment. A career with CSL is both stimulating and challenging, and we are continually seeking skilled and passionate individuals to occupy key roles throughout our company. For more information on CSLA, please visit our website.

About the position

CSL Australia is currently looking for permanent Deck Mechanics to join our Floating Offshore Transfer Barge (FOTB) – Spencer Gulf. This operation is based in Whyalla, South Australia, and will be a FIFO role. 

CSL Australia will organize, schedule, and pay for your travel costs, including flights and when required accommodation in any destination in Australia. 

The role of a Deck Mechanic is to provide effective maintenance of machinery. In addition, the Deck Mechanics will be responsible for:

• Routine and preventative maintenance of the Vessel’s operating machinery;
• Conducting safety checks of material handling equipment;
• Adopting safe working practices;
• Supervision of Deck Operators during routine maintenance tasks;
• Any other basic mechanical work/engineering work;
• Undertaking any other tasks assigned by the FOTB Manager, and any other cargo operation tasks as assigned by the FOTB Operations Manager.

Roster – Work-Life Balance

• 6 weeks on 6 weeks off

About you

• 18 years+ 
• Desire to travel 
• Good communicator 
• Eagerness to learn
• Appropriate trade qualification

If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you! CSL Australia is an equal opportunity employer and we strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please reach out to HR-Australia@cslships.com.

Interviews will be conducted over Microsoft Teams.