Dry Stacker/Boatyard Hand

MA Marina Fund; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marina service provider in Melbourne is seeking a Dry Stacker/Boatyard Hand to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will operate a boat forklift and travel lift, ensuring safe yard operations and routine vessel maintenance. Ideal candidates should have marine industry experience and a car license, with opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in boat yard work preferred but not essential.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Australian Residency required.
• Car license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operation of boat forklift and travel lift.
• Complete lifting, standing, and launching works safely.
• Maintenance of lifting equipment.
• Routine maintenance of vessels including hull preparation.

Skills

Marine industry experience

Forklift operations

Ability to manoeuvre vessels

Workplace safety awareness

Job description

d'Albora Marinas,Australia's largest Marina Group,is offering an exciting opportunity for the role of Dry Stacker/Boatyard Hand at Boatyard Martha Cove.

Facilities include 70 tonne marine travel lift, 110 space Dry stacker with 10 tonne boat forklift and 2 undercover work bays.

This is your chance to join an enthusiastic team in a fast‑paced marine service environment with extensive training provided to advance your skills in all aspects of yard operations and associated waterfront activities.

Reporting to the Boatyard & Dry Stacker Supervisor, your key tasks will consist of but not limited to:

Safe and efficient operation of boat forklift, travel lift and associated hardstand equipment.

Ensuring that lifting, standing and launching works are completed safely and in line with expected time constraints.

Working closely with team members to achieve safe and efficient daily yard operations.

Ensuring maintenance of lifting equipment to ensure optimum working condition.

Making sure that routine maintenance of vessels is completed to schedule and to industry standard.

Maintenance tasks will include below waterline hull preparation, anti‑fouling, prop speeding, detailing, and minor vessel repairs.

Daily meetings with facility management to detail activities and following day schedules.

The ideal person we seek would have:

Marine industry experience, including Travel Lift operations.

Ability to manoeuvre vessels.

A forklift & current boat license is preferred but not essential.

Reliable and punctual.

Car license is essential.

Australian Residency.

Awareness of workplace safety, health, quality and environmental standards.

Experience in boat yard work is preferred but not essential.

This is an excellent full time, permanent opportunity to work alongside dedicated professionals with a shared passion for boats and boating, in a dynamic business environment, with career advancement opportunities.

We offer an environment where every interaction is Meaningful, not only for our members and guests but also for each other. We Acknowledge our employees as our most valuable asset and aim to be the employer of choice. Respect is fundamental to us, extending to our members, guests, and colleagues alike. Our commitment to Integrity ensures honesty and ethical conduct at all times, delivering a high level of service and satisfaction. We strive to be Noticeable, making a difference that sets us apart in the industry and pride ourselves on making boating and the work environment an Enjoyable experience.

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