Dry Stacker/Boatyard Hand

MA Marina Fund; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

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 a 70 tonne travel lift, 330-stack dry stacker with a 10 tonne boat forklift and two undercover work bays.

This is your chance to join an enthusiastic team in a fast-paced marine service environment with extensive training. Reporting to the Dry Stacker Supervisor, the successful candidate will help with safe lifting, vessel

Qualifications

• Marine industry experience required, including travel lift and marine forklift operations.
• Ability to maneuver vessels efficiently.
• Forklift and current boat license preferred but not essential.
• Car license is essential.
• Australian residency.
• Awareness of workplace safety, health, quality and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation of boat forklift, travel lift and associated equipment.
• Complete lifting, standing and launching tasks safely and on schedule.
• Coordinate with team to ensure daily yard operations run smoothly.
• Maintain lifting equipment to optimum condition.
• Perform routine vessel maintenance and below-waterline work as scheduled.
• Attend daily meetings with facility management to plan activities.

Skills

Marine industry experience

Travel Lift operation

Marine forklift operation

Car license

Boat license

Tools

Travel Lift

Marine forklift

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, 330 spaces 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 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 and marine forklift operations.
• Ability to maneuvervessels.
• A forklift & current boatlicense 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.