Shipwright
Dongara Marine is an industry leader in the boat building and maintenance sector in WA. With a highly experienced Management Team and a diverse workforce, we have the capability to undertake virtually every aspect of new construction, repair/modification, and vessel support for both commercial and government clients.
Having relocated from Dongara to purpose-built facilities in Geraldton, to support the continuing growth of the business, we are looking to expand our team with the appointment of several key positions.
ABOUT THE ROLEAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Shipwright to join our growing team. This role will.
Fitting out Wheelhouse and Accommodation areas on new vessels and preparing vessel for launch. Constructing composite superstructures such as wheelhouse, fly bridge on new vessels.
Complete maintenance on existing vessels including, refits, windows, doors, composite repairs etc. To be measured by job being completed on budget and time with no faults.
TASKS
Your key tasks will consist of but not limited to: Reading drawings and specifications to ascertain materials required, ordering these materials and preparing layouts
Cutting, nailing, shaping and assembling materialsUse of CNC Router to cut materials from templates
Repair existing fittings
Work with plastic laminates, Perspex and metals
Ensuring that lifting, standing and launching works are completed safely and in line with expected time constraints.
All aspects of shipwright repairs and constructions
Ability to liaise with all levels of an organisation and awareness of WHS&E standards.
Assembling shells of boats and erecting hull sections
May make hull molds and fabricate and repair vessels using materials such as aluminum, wood, glass, reinforced plastics, carbon fibre and fibreglass
ABOUT YOU:Our ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction or Certificate III in Carpentry/Cabinet Making or 5 years’ experience in a similar position.
- Can work within a team.
- Can work unsupervised.
- Have good written and verbal communication skills.
- Meet strict deadlines.
- Sound time management and people skills.
Competitive pay - you'll be recognised for your skills and experience with a salary package that matches
Annual salary between $70,000 and $80,000
Job security - join a well-established and innovative Boat Builder with ongoing contracts.
Work/Life balance – we want our people to be at their best and promote a happy work/life balance to ensure this
Dongara Marine believes that its greatest asset is its people and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Is this the sea change you have been looking for? Situated only 4 hours north of Perth, in our newly located sheds on the Geraldton Fisherman’s Wharf
This is not a FIFO position.