QLD Marine & Master Promotions in Horn Island
Sea Swift’s vessel crews, marine department and operations teams are on the front line for our customers every day, making sure we keep our communities connected to the vital supplies and services they need daily. Sea Swift is immensely proud of its people and ensures the best opportunities for training and career development, further exemplifying the skills and importance of the task at hand. Last week, Sea Swift’s marine and vessel teams saw a stunning example of teamwork, development and opportunity for growth in the maritime industry for young people. Based at Sea Swift’s Horn Island Depot last week, Sea Swift team member Calvin impressively stepped up in a time of need. Starting with Sea Swift years ago as a deckhand then a second mate and now in his early 30s, Calvin has since worked as first mate then a shadow master on the Sea Swift cross harbour service from Horn to Thursday Island. Mentored on vessels by senior role models within the business, Calvin has had a wonderful path paved for him by a highly experienced crew and management. Over the weekend, Calvin underwent intensive training at Horn Island with a very senior team of trainers and industry leading mentors from Sea Swift, Ports North and other organisations in order to perform roles that regularly take weeks to train for. Following this, he managed to pull off a tug assist berthage manoeuvre for the Newcastle Bay on Horn Island. This is an amazing feat and ensured successful delivery over the weekend to the communities who rely on Sea Swift. Since this, Calvin has utilised his new skills with the crew on the Malu Chief in their maiden voyage into Seisia. Calvin is a valuable asset to the Sea Swift team, but this is just one story among so many more successes within the crew. Our Other Stories
Sea Swift and TSIRC advocate for improved marine infrastructure after teaming up to solve Masig Island issue
Sea Swift and Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) are working together to advocate to both State and Commonwealth Government for improved marine infrastructure in the Torres Strait after overcoming recent challenges in the delivery of key freight to the region. The partnership has been announced after Masig Island residents were recently left isolated due to severe weather events and ramp conditions. Masig Island annually encounters challenging environmental conditions leading to excess sand on the ramp, preventing deliveries or vessel landings. A Sea Swift vessel attempted to access the island several times last week, with all attempts unsuccessful due to conditions, before TSIRC workers solved the issue over the weekend. While working with the high tide early on 9 and 10 February, TSIRC removed approximately 100 tonnes of wet sand from the ramp between 2am and 6am. Due to this work performed by the council, a Sea Swift vessel was able to successfully arrive on Masig Island on Sunday (11 February) at 8.30am. “Teams at both TSIRC and Sea Swift should be congratulated for the mammoth effort it took to finally provide for the Masig Island community at this time,” said Sea Swift Managing Director Chris Pearce.“ Sea Swift will continue to work closely with the Council to ensure all communities and locations in the Torres Strait have ongoing food and supply security this wet season.” TSIRC Chief Executive Officer James William and Mr Pearce are now lobbying relevant government agencies for support in Northern Australia’s remote and coastal communities. The pair will travel to some of the most challenged islands represented by TSIRC to understand the challenges the vessel crews and communities respectively face in terms of delivery and supply. Mr William emphasised that many island communities face significant challenges in the region regarding ageing infrastructure, particularly marine assets such as ramps, jetties, and channels. “In a fresh approach, TSIRC and Sea Swift are now working closely together to better understand these challenges and formulating options to advocate to both State and Commonwealth Government to invest into the region,” said Mr William. Mr Pearce agreed and added that these are complex historical issues that can be solved with solid collaboration between the Council and Sea Swift, as well the continued commitment of investment from State and Commonwealth stakeholders. “We want to work together with all stakeholders towards continual improvements to vital infrastructure which underpin critical services to this important region,” Mr Pearce said. Sea Swift deliver to many locations throughout Northern Australia and the Torres Strait. Our website is the best place to find the most up-to-date schedule for all locations serviced. Our Other Stories
