FIFO Tug Boat Operator

Synaco Global Recruitment • Cairns City, Queensland, Australia • Posted June 10, 2026

Location Cairns City, Queensland
Job Type Casual/Holiday
Category Water Transportation Workers
Posted June 10, 2026

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Synergie Australia is seeking a qualified ASD Tug Boat Operator to join our mining client located in the Northern Territory.

The important parts:

  • 7 on / 7 off FIFO roster with charter points from Cairns or Darwin 
  • Pay Rate: $67.50 – $70.00/hr (flat rate)
  • Immediate start with ongoing employment opportunities for the right candidate

What you will be required to do:

  • Perform harbour towage operations as per the site’s operational plan
  • Command the tug and crew when acting as Master
  • Fulfil the role of Engineer when not performing Master duties
  • Oversee and conduct preventative, corrective and statutory maintenance of the vessel
  • Manage SAP...

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