Deputy Harbour Master

About the Role

Here at Pilbara Ports we want to help our communities and customers thrive. We know our success is defined by the success of the communities in which we live and work this ethos lies at the heart of what we do.
We are committed to advancing an inclusive and diverse workplace culture where people feel engaged included valued and respected. We are proud of the talent and diversity of our workforce - our people are key to our current and future success.

This is a great opportunity to be part of the worlds largest bulk export port authority encompassing the operating ports of Ashburton Dampier Port Hedland and Varanus Island and five future port sites. The Deputy Harbour Master (DHM) is part of the Pilbara Ports marine operations team responsible for the overall safety and efficiency of port operations across Dampier Varanus Island Cape Preston West and the Port of Ashburton.

The key responsibility of the DHM is to ensure the Ports daily marine activities occur safely and efficiently in line with established procedures legislation and standards. The role also supports the Harbour Master in coordinating marine operations managing service providers maintaining operational procedures and contributing to incident management and continuous improvement initiatives. You will build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and may act in the Harbour Master role when required. Additionally the DHM will be required to gain an in-depth understanding of VTSC operations.

About You

This role will suit you if you enjoy diversity seek out opportunities for growth and connect with Pilbara Ports values of Safety Excellence Teamwork Integrity and Care. Your proven success in a similar role within a Port or related Maritime environment along with internationally recognised senior marine certificates of competency will support your success.

You are a collaborative and inclusive leader with strong communication skills able to build trusted relationships and influence outcomes. With experience across marine operations you bring a sound understanding of relevant legislation emergency response and the management of service providers as well as knowledge of pilotage towage VTS and port security operations.

The Benefits

Our employees are rewarded with a range of benefits which include:

• Our employees are rewarded with a range of benefits which include:
• 13% superannuation
• Fixed roster arrangement providing predictability and worklife balance
• Annual leave built into the roster
• Provision of housing utilities and relocation support for residential Pilots located in Karratha
• Use of a Pilbara Ports vehicle

Leave wellbeing and support

• Multiple leave types including paid parental leave for both primary and nonprimary carers
• Access to counselling support and mental health and wellbeing support for you and your family
• Free skin checks and flu vaccinations

Professional and lifestyle benefits

• Access to professional development
• Employee and service recognition reward programs
• Salary sacrifice options and discounted gym memberships
• Uniforms and all required PPE provided
• Relocation Assistance
• Access to training and development opportunities
• Access to Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Employee and Service Recognition Reward Programs
• Height adjustable desks and ergonomic assessments
• Celebration of multicultural events
• Free skin checks and flu vaccinations
• Corporate and PPE uniform provided