At a Glance
- Tasks: Support carpenters and crews on exciting marine construction projects.
- Company: Family-owned marine contractor with a strong community focus.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, guaranteed hours, training support, and career pathways.
- Other info: Join a small, dynamic team and enjoy varied projects across NSW.
- Why this job: Get hands-on experience in outdoor work while contributing to vital infrastructure.
- Qualifications: White Card, driver's licence, and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 48 - 48 $ per hour.
You'll support our carpenters, piling crew and barge master on marine and coastal jobs. It’s physical, outdoor work in all weather, in a small crew where everyone pitches in.
Key responsibilities
- Jetty, pontoon and boardwalk builds and repairs
- Piling and rock placement
- Formwork, steel fixing and concrete pours
- Handling and moving materials on land, on the barge and over water
- Site set-up, pack-up and housekeeping
- Demolition and removal of old structures
About you
- White Card and driver's licence
- Fit for heavy manual work and comfortable working on and around water, including being able to swim
- Reliable, on time and willing to learn
- Happy with early starts and travel within NSW
- Construction or labouring experience is preferred, but attitude counts more
- HR licence (useful)
- Experience on boats, barges or in marine trades (useful)
Salary
$38 to $48 per hour plus super, depending on experience and qualifications, above the Building and Construction General On-site Award. Guaranteed 76 paid hours a fortnight, with busy weeks often running to 50 hours.
Training and support
Training and ticket support, with a pathway into marine construction trades. Varied work, from private jetties to government infrastructure.
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.
Marine Construction Labourer 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.
