Senior Advisor - Coastal Pilotage
$149,860 - $173, % super (EL2 Equivalent)
Brisbane based (other locations in Queensland may be considered)
Full-time, ongoing
Address emerging challenges in Great Barrier Reef and Torres Straits waters
Engage in initiatives to enhance coastal navigational safety
Work with a skilled team in an amazing organisation
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.
We are Australia's national agency responsible for maritime safety, protection of the marine environment, and maritime and aviation search and rescue. We regulate vessel safety and seafarer qualifications, provide the infrastructure for safe navigation in Australian waters, and coordinate national search and rescue services. These outcomes are enabled by strong corporate, digital and specialist capabilities that support our operational work 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
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager Coastal Pilotage and Vessel Traffic Services, the Senior Adviser Coastal Pilotage is responsible for regulating pilotage operations in the Torres Strait and Great Barrier Reef compulsory pilotage areas, in accordance with Marine Order 54 (Coastal pilotage). The role provides advice and investigative capacity in relation to coastal pilotage and an operational relationship function with coastal pilots and pilotage providers.
In this role you will:
Administer and support the implementation of AMSA's coastal pilotage regulatory regime in accordance with Marine Order 54 (Coastal Pilotage).
Maintain effective operational liaison with coastal pilotage stakeholders including pilots, pilotage providers, training organisations, industry associations and other government agencies.
Support the operation of the coastal pilot competence framework, including coordinating examination and verification activities, maintaining records, contributing to continuous improvement initiative and overseeing coastal pilotage transits on board.
Provide operational and technical support to coastal pilotage-related meetings, forums and working groups, including preparation of papers, technical input and follow‑up actions, as required.
Investigate incidents/accidents and analysis as required in compulsory pilotage areas
What We're Looking For
You will bring:
A tertiary qualification relevant to the role. For example, a degree in Marine Engineering, Nautical Science or Naval Architecture.
Extensive experience in the management of vessel navigation in the Great Barrier Reef and Torres Strait, or other confined waterways or within commercial ports.
Minimum five years' experience in navigation and charting legislative requirements in the Great Barrier Reef & Torres Strait or other confined waters.
Experience in program implementation and quality management systems including auditing.
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
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 11 weeks for secondary carer (increasing to 14 weeks from 1 March 2026)
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
Submit your completed application via Careers at AMSA by 11.55pm AEST Sunday 15th Feb 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 Suraj Joshi at
For questions about the recruitment process, please contact
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.