Aluminium Fabricator/Boat Builder

BME NQ; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BME NQ in Cairns is seeking an experienced Aluminium Fabricator / Boat Builder to join a solid team. You will fabricate and weld aluminium boats and marine components, read fabrication drawings, and work to project deadlines.

Ideal candidates have strong MIG welding and fabrication skills, the ability to read drawings, and a collaborative attitude. The role offers growth into leadership as the company expands and succeeds.

Qualifications

• Previous aluminium boat-building experience is a must.
• Strong aluminium fabrication and MIG welding skills.
• Ability to read and understand fabrication drawings.
• Ability to measure, fit and fabricate accurately.
• Good attention to detail.
• Good work ethic and safety awareness.
• Reliable attendance and teamwork.
• Willingness to grow into a senior role.

Responsibilities

• Fabricating and welding aluminium boats and marine components.
• Reading and working from fabrication drawings.
• Cutting, fitting, tacking and welding accurately.
• Producing quality work with minimal rework.
• Keeping jobs moving and meeting project deadlines.
• Maintaining workspace, tools and equipment.
• Collaborating with the team to complete tasks.

Skills

Aluminium fabrication

MIG welding

Read fabrication drawings

Measure and fit

Attention to detail

Teamwork & reliability

Leadership potential

Job description

Aluminium Fabricator / Boat Builder

We are looking for an experienced Aluminium Fabricator / Boat Builder who is good at their trade, works hard and wants to be part of a solid team long-term.

This is not just a job on the tools. For the right person, there is a genuine opportunity to grow with the company and move into a Leading Hand, Team Leader or Supervisor role as they prove themselves.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Fabricating and welding aluminium boats and marine components.
• Reading and working from fabrication drawings.
• Cutting, fitting, tacking and welding accurately.
• Producing quality work without unnecessary rework.
• Keeping jobs moving and working to project deadlines.
• Looking after your work area, tools and equipment.
• Working alongside the rest of the team to get the job done.
• Supporting and helping less experienced team members where required.

What We Expect

• Turn up on time and ready to work.
• Put in a solid day’s work.
• Take pride in what you build.
• Be reliable and someone the team can count on.
• Get along with your workmates and work well in a team environment.
• Have a good attitude and be willing to help others when needed.
• Take responsibility for your own work and mistakes.
• Speak up early if there is a problem rather than letting it become a bigger issue.
• Work without needing someone constantly looking over your shoulder.
• Treat your workmates, supervisors, clients and company equipment with respect.
• Be committed to the team and the company.
• Show the attitude and initiative to grow into a leadership role.

Must Haves

• Previous aluminium boat-building experience is a must.
• Strong aluminium fabrication and MIG welding skills.
• Ability to read and understand fabrication drawings.
• Ability to measure, fit and fabricate accurately.
• Good attention to detail.
• Good work ethic.
• Good safety awareness.
• Reliable attendance.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• A willingness to grow, take on more responsibility and develop into a senior role.

We are not looking for someone who just wants to fill in the hours. We want someone who takes pride in their trade, contributes to the team and wants to build quality boats.

For the right person, this position can develop into a Leading Hand, Team Leader or Supervisor position as the company continues to grow.

Pay and future opportunities will reflect your skills, attitude, performance and contribution to the team.