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Port Services Officer - CASUAL

CompanyPort of Townsville
LocationTownsville
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 23, 2026
About The Company
Port Of Townsville is Northern Australia's transport link to the world. Townsville's berths service more than 20 shipping lines, offering over 40 services and covering 136 ports around the world. The Port of Townsville is one also of the most diverse ports in Australia and is the nation's largest exporter of sugar, copper, zinc and lead with nearly $8 billion of trade passing over our wharves last financial year. www.townsvilleport.com.au trade@townsvilleport.com.au 07 4781 1500 More than $500 million has been invested over the last five years to increase port and transport links to provide capacity and efficiency to support growth.
About the Role

Primary purpose of position
 

The primary function of the Port Services Officer is to provide port services to shipping and to carry out protective security (including patrol/response duties) in accordance with instructions and as directed, acts as a systems operator in the Port Control Tower. This includes fulfilling the role of an “Authorised Officer” in educating port users, monitoring compliance, administering and enforcing the requirements of the Port of Townsville Rules referred to as Port Notices. The Port Services Officer also fulfills a coordinating and security role in emergencies. In addition, the incumbent is also expected to perform the role of Coxswain or Deckhand on the Port vessels, qualifications permitting.

Casual - $53.82 per hour (excluding Super)

Why choose the Port | Port of Townsville 

Employee Value Proposition 


At the Port of Townsville, we value and celebrate the diversity of our community and recognise that it enriches our workplace. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to come forward, confident that you will be met with respect and consideration. We are committed to ensuring our working environment is safe and welcoming. 

If you are an applicant who faces challenges due to cultural barriers or disabilities, please know that we are here to support you throughout the application process. We strive to create a welcoming and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates, and we encourage you to approach us if you require any assistance or accommodations. 

Together, let's build a workforce that thrives on inclusivity and embraces the strengths that everyone brings to our team.

Application Process

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Attach your current resume and a cover letter to your application 

For enquiries, please contact peopleandculture@townsville-port.com.au, noting that applications must be submitted via our recruitment site - email applications will not be accepted. 

Key Skills
Security monitoringPort operationsEmergency responseVessel operationCompliance monitoringMicrosoft OfficeCommunicationDecision makingProblem solvingPlanningOrganizingWorkplace health and safetyHazardous cargo rulesPatrol procedures
Categories
Security & SafetyLogisticsTransportationGovernment & Public Sector
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Port Services Officer provides port services to shipping, monitors compliance with port rules, and performs protective security and patrol duties. They also act as a systems operator in the Port Control Tower and may serve as a Coxswain or Deckhand on port vessels.
📋Job Type
part time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
124
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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