At a Glance
- Tasks: Build and repair boats using modern techniques and tools while ensuring safety standards.
- Company: Join Shadbolt Group, a leader in engineering solutions with a focus on quality and integrity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of $75,000-$85,000 plus superannuation and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with a supportive team across multiple locations.
- Why this job: Make waves in the marine industry and work on exciting projects across Australia.
- Qualifications: Experience in boatbuilding and strong problem-solving skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 85000 - 85000 $ per year.
Since 1981, Shadbolt Group has grown to become a leading cost-effective engineering solutions provider. We are proud of our professional performance on each and every project. Our aim is to build long term relationships with our clients based on trust, accountability and integrity. It is our dedication to quality that gives our clients a competitive advantage. This goes hand in hand with our diligence and engineering excellence.
Shadbolt Group is committed to providing prompt and precise delivery from our highly trained team of experts. The requirements of each client are always the focus of everything we do. We are seeking qualified Shipwrights to join our growing professional team. We seek reliable, team-oriented individuals with high integrity who will positively contribute to the company's success. Position available across our site and work locations in NSW, SA, WA and VIC.
Duties for this role include but may not be limited to:
- Study plans and specifications, and preparing templates and scale plans for fabrication and cutting of hull sections
- Mark reference points and lines on drydocks and slipways
- Determine repair requirements and procedure
- Assembling shells of boats and erecting hull sections of ship
- Erect and prepare launching platforms, conduct pre-launch tests and supervise launching procedures
- Install masts, frames, decking, fittings, machines, shafts, and safety equipment
- Install and repair of marine structures, bulkheads, decking, and cabinetry
- Fit out interiors including joinery, cabinetry, and fine finishing work
- Perform hull repairs, modifications, and refits to meet safety and design standards
- Pump & rotating equipment repair, upgrade and testing
- Laser alignment and vibrating analysis of equipment
- Valve, flange and heat exchanger removal, overhaul and testing
- Clean, buff or polish valves and valve components
- May make hull moulds and fabricate and repair vessels using materials such as aluminium, wood, glass, reinforced plastics, carbon fibre, fibreglass, and concrete
The right person for this role must have:
- Proficient in construction, structural repairs, maintenance, and restoration of wooden, composite, and fiberglass vessels
- Knowledge of modern boatbuilding techniques, adhesives, resins, and lamination processes
- Proficient in the use of traditional hand tools as well as modern power tools and machinery
- Strong understanding of safety regulations and compliance with maritime standards
- Skilled in problem-solving and fault diagnosis in structural and aesthetic issues
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team in workshop or dockyard environments
- Ability to meet deadlines and client requirements
- Excellent attention to detail and craftsmanship with a focus on quality finishes
- Must have high attention to detail and be motivated
If you possess the above skills and proven experience, please apply now!
Salary: Between $75,000 and $85,000 per annum + Super
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