Welcome!
Mission to Seafarers - Dampier is a not for profit welfare charity serving merchant crews in the Port of Dampier, Western Australia. Our mission work seeks to care for seafarers in every way, including spiritual, physical and emotional support. But at the heart of the care offered is the gospel, the saving good news of Jesus Christ.
John 3:16 - For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son,
that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.
We seek to support the welfare and treatment of all seafarers calling to Dampier and Walcott ports through a range of services. These are;
Chaplaincy services
Our Chaplain (Revd. Steve) is able to visit and board vessels when they arrive in Dampier (and at times Port Walcott), and offer friendly pastoral conversation with any crew members who would like to talk. It doesn’t have to be a religious chat or service, although this is welcomed. He could talk about anything such as life at sea, stress, family, or work.
The Chaplain has free Bibles (in various languages) to pass on to crew if desired.
Please contact Steve (chaplain@dampierseafarers.org) for further enquiry.
Transport and Shore Leave
Shore leave is permitted in Australia and seafarers are entitled to access Seafarers Centres. Companies are responsible for crew health, safety, and wellbeing. Shore leave and access to shore-based welfare facilities is key to seafarer physical and mental health recovery and reduces risks of fatigue. We can to assist crew in taking shore leave and bring them to our Centre to provide a place where seafarers can find rest and recreation in a supportive and relaxed environment.
Other payable transport services available upon request (hospital, hotel, airport).
Shore Leave information is found >HERE< or contact us: transit@dampierseafarers.org
SIMS
This service is for vessels calling to our Dampier and Walcott ports. Masters can order SIM Cards on crew's behalf and we will deliver them to the vessel when berthed.
Our primary SIM card provider is OPTUS using “FLEX PLUS” Prepaid plans.
OPTUS VALUE SIMS COME PRELOADED WITH DATA.
Available Prepaid plans are;
1) $12 - 5GB on first 3 recharges, 3GB thereafter.
2) $35 - 50GB on first 3 recharges, 20GB thereafter.
MTS can activate the ordered SIM cards on crew's behalf. This process is easier for crew, but does incur an extra fee of USD$2 per SIM.
Completed SIM orders (form to complete is found >HERE<) can be returned to orders@dampierseafarers.org ideally one week before your arrival in port.
NOTE: Crew details must be exactly the same as per passport/MCV.
More info from Optus: https://www.optus.com.au/prepaid/sim-plans
* TERMS AND CONDITIONS (Applicable to SIM orders)
Centre’s conversion rate (AUD to USD) is not applicable for the total payment reflected.
In lieu of delivery fees payments are calculated at 1:1 (AUD to USD).
Mission to Seafarers Dampier will arrange delivery of SIMs after berthing to all ports (Dampier and Port Walcott).
Payment in USD to be made to centre driver upon berthing and receipt of SIM Order.
IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING MOBILE PHONES
Only compatible 4G/5G phones will work on the Optus mobile network. Calls, text and mobile data will not work on unsupported mobile phones.
All mobile phones used in Australia must support Triple Zero (000) emergency calling over 4G networks.
3G handsets, as well as some newer 4G/5G handsets may not be compliant and are therefore deemed unsafe.
Optus is legally required to prevent mobile phones that cannot call Triple Zero (000) from accessing the Optus mobile network from 28 October 2024.
Mobile phone compatibility can be checked using the AMTA device checking tool:
https://amta.org.au/3g-closure-old/check-my-device/
CREWS MUST CHECK DEVICE COMPATIBILITY PRIOR TO ORDERING SIMS
NO REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ISSUED FOR INCOMPATIBLE DEVICES
Fishing Licence Application
In Western Australia, you need a recreational fishing licence to fish from a powered boat/vessel. It is an offence to fish at anchorage without a licence.
(No fishing is allowed whilst alongside at any of the port berths either, this applies to everyone including holders of WA Fishing Licence. Due to a recent increase in fishing at Port Walcott, we are sending this out to share awareness of the requirements when at port).
We can assist vessels and crew in applying for this licence. Our price is $40.00USD per licence application.
Completed Fishing Licence applications (form to complete is found >HERE<) can be returned to the Centre (orders@dampierseafarers.org) for processing.
Our Centre
Wi-Fi - The Centre provides free Wi-Fi connection for visiting Seafarers.
Chapel Space - for quiet reflection & prayer.
Jesus said in Matthew 11:28-30 - "Come to me, all who labour and are heavy laden,
and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”
Rec Room - The Centre has a large recreation room where people can play pool, ping pong, foosball, air-hockey and darts. There is a TV & Play Station also, as well as guitar and small digital organ for the musically talented. It is a comfortable place to allow seafarers to sit and relax. Tea, espresso coffee and purified water are free of charge. We have full refreshment facilities.
Shop - We offer FOREX (USD or EURO to AUD). We also sell chips, biscuits, chocolates, soft drinks and some basic and special grocery items. We sell personal hygiene items, skin care products and vitamins. We sell some basic electronic goods. We also have a stock of excellent Australian souvenirs and clothing. All proceeds go towards the operating costs of the Dampier Seafarers Centre and the welfare of many who visit our ports. Our Centre is staffed by workers and volunteers from the Dampier and Karratha local area.
Main photo above - Aerial photo of 5 terminals our Centre services in Dampier (L to R): Mistaken Island; East Intercourse Island; Parker Point; Mermaid Marine; and PPA (Bulk Liquids Berth and Dampier Cargo Wharf)