At a Glance
- Tasks: Build and repair jetties, wharves, and marine structures in a dynamic outdoor setting.
- Company: Join M&J Marine Services, a family-owned contractor with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Earn $45 to $55 per hour plus super, with training support and penalty rates.
- Other info: Casual role leading to full-time, with steady summer work and career growth.
- Why this job: Get hands-on experience in marine construction while enjoying the great outdoors.
- Qualifications: Trade qualification or solid experience in carpentry; safety-minded and reliable.
The predicted salary is between 55 - 55 $ per hour.
We're adding carpenters to the crew for a busy summer of residential and civil marine work. The work is outdoors, often on the barge or over water, in a small crew.
Key responsibilities
- Jetty, wharf, pontoon and boardwalk builds
- Marine piling
- Formwork and concrete
- Timber, steel and FRP installation
- Repairs and maintenance on marine structures
About you
- Trade qualification in carpentry, or solid experience in bridge and wharf carpentry, formwork or marine construction
- White Card and driver's licence
- Reliable, safety-minded and careful with your work
- Happy with early starts and travel within NSW
- Useful if you have or are working toward: Dogging or rigging, Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal or higher, HR licence, C6 crane
About us
M&J Marine Services is a family-owned marine and civil contractor based in Port Stephens. Since 2018 we have built and repaired jetties, wharves, pontoons, seawalls and boardwalks across NSW for councils, state agencies, ports and private owners.
$45 to $55 per hour plus super, depending on experience and qualifications, above the Building and Construction General On-site Award. Casual for the first six months, then full-time for those who perform, with a guaranteed 76 paid hours a fortnight. Steady work through summer, with busy weeks often running to 50 hours. Penalty rates for weekend and shift work. Training and ticket support, and the chance to learn the marine side of construction. Varied work, from private jetties to government infrastructure.
Bridge and Wharf Carpenter / Marine Construction Professionals in Newcastle employer: M and J Marine Services
M and J Marine Services offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth, particularly in marine trades. The company values safety and reliability, providing training and support for employees to advance their skills. With competitive pay rates and a focus on teamwork, it fosters a positive culture for those passionate about marine construction.
