First Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 26, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 24, 2026.
Overview
CSL Australia is currently looking for a permanent full time First Engineer to join our cement carrier Goliath on a roster schedule 6 weeks on and 6 weeks off. This operation is based in the Bass Strait. Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the First Engineer is responsible for the delegation of maintenance and repair tasks to other Engineering Officers including themselves.
What do you gain by working with us?
- A stable, permanent position with a leading Australian coastal shipping company
- FIFO 6/6 schedule promoting work-life balance
- Work for a company that values safety, wellbeing, diversity, and professional growth
- Become part of a global organisation with access to knowledge-sharing across a diversified fleet
- A supportive team culture and leadership committed to ongoing improvement
How will you contribute to our success?
The First Engineer will be responsible for:
- Assisting the Chief Engineer in identifying deficiencies in procedures;
- Being the Senior Officer in charge of daily Engine Room and maintenance;
- Providing guidance and assistance to the less experienced Engineers and coordinates the Engine Room training programs for new entrants and Engineer Cadets;
- Ensuring all spare part usage is recorded within the computer PMS system on a daily basis.
The skills you will bring to our team
Basic Requirements
- Educational requirement: as per AMSA Marine Order 72 - Engineer Class 2 (required)
- AMSA Engineer (Class 2) CoC/CoR Unlimited
- Minimum 3 years sea time as an Engine Watchkeeper(required)
- Certificate of Safety Training (STCW) (desirable)
- Work Safely at Heights Certification (desirable)
- Enter and Work in Confined Space Certification (desirable)
- Hold, or be eligible to obtain a Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC) (required)
- Australian Citizen or unlimited Australian Working Rights
- Living in Australia
Why 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 wellbeing 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: https://www.cslships.com/en/csl-australia.