Port Marine Surveyor

$159,604 - $174,406 + 15.4% super

Melbourne

Ongoing 

• Assess vessel safety, seaworthiness and compliance
• Engage with industry on complex technical matters
• AMSA vehicle provided for work and reasonable personal use

About AMSA - Work with Purpose

Safe Seas. Clean Seas. Saving Lives.

At Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA), every role contributes to our mission to protect lives, support safe maritime operations, and safeguard Australia’s marine environment.

As Australia's national maritime regulator, we coordinate national maritime and aviation search and rescue services, protect Australia's marine environment, and support a safe and resilient maritime industry. Our work is made possible by the expertise of our people across corporate, specialist, digital and operational functions, working together to deliver services nationwide.

With around 500 employees across Australia, AMSA operates in a complex, highly regulated environment and offers meaningful careers with national reach and long-term impact. Learn more at amsa.gov.au.

About the Role

As a Port Marine Surveyor, you will apply your maritime expertise to assess vessel seaworthiness and undertake impartial regulatory activities that safeguard the environment, communities and seafarers from the impacts of marine activities.

You will represent AMSA in interactions with the public and industry, share your knowledge and expertise, and manage complex relationships between AMSA and maritime stakeholders. You will also contribute to upholding the reputation of AMSA's Port State Control program and promoting safe and pollution-free maritime operations in Australia.

In this role you will:

• conduct proactive inspections and incident investigations to determine vessel seaworthiness
• undertake marine surveys and assess compliance with maritime safety, pollution and relevant legislation
• evaluate vessel plans, systems and equipment and provide technical advice
• assess and issue certificates and exemptions in accordance with regulatory requirements
• engage with Domestic Commercial Vessel operators and manage complex relationships with maritime industry stakeholders.

This role involves regular domestic and occasional international travel, weekend work and, when necessary, work outside normal hours. The position has moderate to heavy physical demands and requires a pre-employment health assessment.

What We're Looking For

You will bring:

• STCW Marine Engineer Class 1 whether valid or not
• demonstrated experience in the maritime industry
• knowledge of domestic and international maritime safety regulations
• the ability to communicate technical information clearly and work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• the ability to plan, prioritise and adapt to changing circumstances
• sound judgement, accountability and the ability to remain focused in challenging situations
• the ability to hold and maintain a Maritime Security Identification Card and a current driver’s licence.
• Behaviours aligned with One AMSA values and ways of working
  
  

For further details, please refer to the position description. Information about our terms and conditions of employment are contained in the AMSA Enterprise Agreement 2024 - 2027

What We Offer at AMSA

At AMSA, we support our people to do their best work through:

• Competitive remuneration and salary packaging options
• 15.4% employer superannuation contribution
• Generous leave entitlements with 20 days annual leave plus paid Christmas shutdown
• Paid parental leave with 18 weeks for primary and 14 weeks for secondary carer
• Wellbeing focus with health reimbursements, flu vaccinations and an Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Flexible work including work from home arrangements
• Career development including training, study assistance, paid professional memberships.
• Opportunity to connect, collaborate, and make a difference through AMSA’s staff-led networks

One AMSA: Shaping Our Future Together

One AMSA is our commitment to creating a workplace that is safe, respectful and inclusive – where every employee feels valued, supported and empowered to contribute.  It shapes how we work together and ensures collaboration, trust, and shared purpose across AMSA.

How to Apply

To apply, visit the Careers at AMSA portal and click ‘Apply’ on the job listing before 11:55pm AEDT on Wednesday 28th October 2026.

You will need to provide:

• A resume (maximum 3 pages)
• A cover letter (up to 600 words) outlining your suitability based on the key responsibilities and capabilities required for the role.

For further information about the role, contact on or email.

For questions about the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@amsa.gov.au.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted, as AMSA recruitment is managed internally.

AMSA does not engage staff under the Public Service Act 1999. AMSA engages employees under the Australian Maritime Safety Authority Act 1990 and our remuneration arrangements are specific to AMSA.