Australian Maritime Safety Authority

In the spirit of International Day for Women in Maritime today we asked women in maritime what the day means to them. Here's what they had to say: ‘International Day for Women in Maritime means positive change and growth in our industry. We are seeing new job opportunities in all aspects of maritime and logistics — its super exciting!’ ‘Say yes to opportunity and you don’t know where you will end up — there’s such a broad range of experiences to be had.’ Their voices resonate the progress and opportunity for women to enter and shape the maritime industry. The theme of International Day for Women in Maritime this year is ‘Safe Horizons: Women Shaping the Future of Maritime Safety’. Learn more: https://ow.ly/OpS450RJ5BC #WomenInMaritimeDay #WomenInMaritime #GenderEquity

Happy International Day for Women in Maritime 2024! This year, some of our team came together to celebrate women in maritime, and inspire all of us to be part of a safe, dynamic, and inclusive maritime community. At AMSA we believe in the importance of diversity, inclusion and a strong, sustainable future for all. Learn more: https://ow.ly/jj1u50RE2JB #WomenInMaritimeDay #WomenInMaritime #GenderEquity  #IMO

Last week, we collaborated towards increased cybersecurity and cyber resilience in the maritime sector at the Global Maritime Transportation System Cybersecurity Symposium 2024 in London.   Hosted by the United Kingdom Department for Transport, the event united government representatives, maritime shipping and ports industries, cybersecurity experts, non-government organisations, and academia from across the globe.   As momentum towards digitalisation gathers pace, so does our work to fortify the maritime sector against digital threats.   Australia’s committed delegation included Lauren Val (left) and Crystal Fox (right) from the Department of Home Affairs and Julius Moeller (centre) from AMSA.   Discover how cyber security measures safeguard our maritime networks and vessels: https://ow.ly/smuC50RHMhg  #cybersecurity #safeseas #maritimedigitalisation #GMTSCS

On watch, experience counts. The need to have someone ‘on watch’ when a vessel is at anchor is an important operational risk assessment consideration. Environmental factors like wind and tidal changes, surroundings, and proximity to other vessels are all important factors to consider when determining if a continuous anchor watch is required. To perform an anchor watch, a person must hold appropriate certification or be supervised by someone else who does. Learn more: https://ow.ly/668j50Rrvyb #AMSA #SafeSeas #SafeNavigation #AppropriateCrewing #Fatigue #VoyagePlanning

AMSA and the Australian Transport Safety Bureau are encouraging general and recreational aircraft owners to take up the ADS-B rebate program before it closes on 31 May 2024. AMSA’s Joint Rescue Coordination Centre can use a last known ADS-B position to refine a distress location, if an aircraft is in distress, improving our ability to locate and rescue survivors. Aircraft owners could be eligible for up to a 50% rebate on the purchase of a potentially life-saving ADS-B installation, up to $5,000. Learn more about the grant at: https://ow.ly/PgAi50RhMKO

AMSA was delighted to sponsor and present the Environment Award to Gary Ryan at last week's Victorian Seafood Industry Awards 2024 in Melbourne. Gary, a commercial fisher in Warrnambool, won the award for his work developing a long-term solution to the problem of microplastics from lobster fishing equipment, which can contribute to waste building up in our oceans. Gary began designing and building plastic-free lobster pots that replace plastic nets with steel. He has also organised beach clean-up days along remote sections of Victoria’s southwest coast. Protection of the marine environment is an important part of our work at AMSA. We are responsible for both casualty response and pollution prevention from vessel operations. Find out more: https://ow.ly/5jSQ50RFq60 #SafeSeas #CleanSeas Pictured L-R: Tobin Rudkin, Head of Operational Safety at AMSA, with Gary Ryan, winner of the Environment Award.

IALA and AMSA are hosting a workshop on Aids to Navigation Engineering, to be held in Sydney from 14-18 October. Register now, but don’t delay. International visitors should be mindful visas to Australia may take some time to process. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity. Learn more about the workshop at: https://ow.ly/zb4u50RCZ31 #Sydney #IALA #AtoN

Exciting times ahead! The maritime industry is undergoing a profound digital transformation! From smart vessels to data-driven logistics, digitalisation is making the industry safer, more efficient and more environmentally sustainable than ever before. Join us as we set sail into a new era of innovation and efficiency. 🚢⚓️ Learn more about how AMSA is supporting the digitalisation of our maritime sector: https://ow.ly/RgJB50RF1PN #SafeSeas #CleanSeas #Digitalisation #Maritime #Decarbonisation

We’re looking for a new Head of Seafarer Certification. As Head of Seafarer Certification, you will lead a small team of maritime professionals responsible for delivering accreditation services for Registered Training Organisations, and ensuring industry compliance with Australia’s international and national obligations for the training and certification of seafarers. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the delivery of a nationally-consistent training and certification program for Australia’s maritime industry. View the position description and submit your application here:   https://ow.ly/EAPq50RF3MT Applications close Thursday 23 May 2024.    Working towards a vision of “safe and clean seas, saving lives” we’re recognised as a diverse and inclusive organisation that offers great benefits.   If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please email recruitment@amsa.gov.au   #AMSA #SafeSeas #CleanSeas #Careers #SeafarerCertification

The risk of electrical fires on board vessels has increased as electrical systems have become more common and complex. Wiring. ✔ Connections. ✔ Batteries. ✔ Charging spaces. ✔ Make sure your operation undertakes regular inspections and has a maintenance plan. Safe vessel. Safe crew. Safe you. Find out more about the common electrical hazards on board vessels and recommended best practices: https://ow.ly/eJ1j50RB3T1 #SafeSeas #ElectricalSafety #PlannedMaintenance