Maritime facilities and training on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef
Pacific Maritime Training Services Program
The Pacific Maritime Training Services (PMTS) program provides all maritime, technical, seamanship, communications and management training courses to develop the skills and capabilities of crews who operate and maintain Guardian Class Patrol Boats (GPBs).
Short courses
TAFE Queensland offers an extensive range of short courses that lead to internationally recognised certificates issued by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).
Certificate courses
Gain the skills and training you need to embark on a rewarding career in the maritime industry.
Continued competency
TAFE Queensland offers a range of high-quality Maritime qualifications that include a selection of AMSA Approved Short Courses including Continued Competency and Refresher training.
What's on offer at the GBRIMC campus
TAFE Queensland delivers a range of industry-recognised maritime courses in specialised training facilities. The campus offers a comprehensive range of qualifications from certificate I through to certificate IV in maritime operations, as well as skill sets in safety, marine radio, and fire fighting.
Facilities and services
- 19 metre commercially registered vessel
- Desktop simulators
- Engineering workshops
- Full mission bridge simulator
- Multi-purpose Emergency Response Training Simulator (MERTS)
- Sea survival training immersion pool
- Tug-optimised bridge
Facilities Showcase
Our modern training facility offers a comprehensive range of training qualifications and certificates. Training complies with the requirements of the International Maritime Organisation Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (IMO STCW).
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
Street address
55-61 Tingira Street,
Portsmith Qld 4870
Postal address
55-61 Tingira Street,
Portsmith Qld 4870
| Monday | 8.30am-4pm |
| Tuesday | 8.30am-4pm |
| Wednesday | 8.30am-4pm |
| Thursday | 8.30am-4pm |
| Friday | 8.30am-4pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Public transport
Taxi services are available through Cairns Taxis however there is no public transport available to the GBRIMC campus.
Cycling
If you live nearby, cycling could be another cost effective option to get to class.
Parking
We have plenty of free on-site parking available for students at our GBRIMC campus.