Get to Know Us

With over 190 years of maritime experience, Svitzer is a global leader in towage and marine services. Across Australia and Papua New Guinea, our tug crews help keep ports safe, efficient, and moving. When you join Svitzer, you become part of a proud maritime tradition and a team that works with purpose, discipline, and respect.

Why You’ll Want to Join Us

We’re looking to connect with experienced Masters who are interested in upcoming opportunities with our operations in Papua New Guinea. Based in Port Moresby, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a hands-on operational environment where your seamanship, judgement and leadership make a difference every day.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Tug Master, you’ll take the lead onboard and guide your crew to deliver safe, reliable towage every day. Reporting to the Port Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Take command of the tug and lead a capable, safety-focused crew
• Ensure the vessel is operationally ready; from stores and crew attendance to daily checks
• Maintain compliance with safety procedures and maritime regulations
• Support crew performance and development, and escalate issues when needed
• Assist with vessel maintenance and keeping operational records accurate and up to date
• Lead safety onboard through inductions, drills, and ongoing training
• Share your knowledge and help build capability across the team

What You’ll Bring

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:

• Valid Master Class 3 Certificate of Competency from an approved regional maritime training institution (such as the PNG Maritime College)
• SOLAS Certification: Up-to-date Safety of Life at Sea training certificates certified by the NMSA
• GMDSS Certificate: Valid Global Maritime Distress and Safety System radio operator certificate
• A current NMSA Medical Fitness Certificate applicable to the Certificate of Competency
• Relevant experience in the maritime industry (harbour towage experience would be an advantage)
• PNG Passport with validity of more than six months

Ready to Apply?

If this opportunity feels like the right fit, we’d love to hear from you. Click HERE to submit your application via the Careers at Svitzer website.

Please make sure to apply by close of business 7 September 2026. We’re unable to accept applications by email.

We may begin the shortlisting process before the closing date, so we encourage you to apply early.