Hands-On Houseboat Operations & Maintenance Assistant

Moama on Murray Houseboats; Moama; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Moama on Murray Houseboats is seeking a practical, hands-on maintenance and guest-services team member to care for boats, outboards and on-site facilities. You’ll participate in repairs, building projects and day-to-day operations with training provided and a friendly team on the Murray River.

The role blends mechanical work with customer service, welcoming guests and assisting with boat launches, orientations and upkeep of equipment. Opportunities to grow practical skills are available.

Qualifications

• Practical ability and hands-on problem solving.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Solid reliability and punctuality for varied daily duties.
• Background in basic mechanical, building or maintenance work.
• Interest in developing practical skills on the Murray River.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining houseboats, outboards, generators and other machinery.
• Assisting with building repairs, welding, renovations and upgrades.
• Preparing boats and equipment for guest arrivals.
• Welcoming guests, conducting boat orientations and resolving problems.
• Maintaining trailers, vehicles, workboats and other equipment.
• Participating in after-hours and weekend on-call roster.
• Assisting with boat construction, projects and general operations.

Skills

Practical ability

Initiative

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Independent work

Tools

Welding & fabricating

General mechanical skills

Job description

Moama on Murray Houseboats is seeking a practical, hands-on maintenance and guest-services team member to care for boats, outboards and on-site facilities. You’ll participate in repairs, building projects and day-to-day operations with training provided and a friendly team on the Murray River.

The role blends mechanical work with customer service, welcoming guests and assisting with boat launches, orientations and upkeep of equipment. Opportunities to grow practical skills are available.