Maintenance & Construction Team (Marine) Team Member

flindersports; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 8 paid hours per annum to volont

Cultural Leave for First Nations staff

Health and wellbeing subsidy

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Flinders Port Holdings is seeking a Marine Maintenance and Construction Team Member to maintain and improve port infrastructure across wharves, marine structures and assets. The role offers a four‑day working week and a clear career progression path supported by in‑house training.

You will perform welding, fabrication and maintenance tasks, operate cranes and other equipment, and work collaboratively with the team to ensure safe, efficient operations at port facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, fabrication or maintenance environments.
• Knowledge of WHS practices applicable to general labouring work.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with limited supervision.
• Metal fabrication/boilermaking trades are desirable and will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding, fabrication, maintenance and repair on marine assets, including jetties and wharves.
• Operate cranes, forklifts and hand/machine tools to support maintenance works.
• Install and maintain port infrastructure, formwork and mooring systems.
• Work with team members, report hazards to Team Leader, ensure smooth daily operations.
• Follow complex instructions and apply quality control techniques.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Trade qualification as boilermaker/metal fabrication

Tools

Cranes

Forklifts

Winches

Mechanical tools

Job description

About Flinders Port Holdings

Flinders Port Holdings own and operate Flinders Adelaide Container Terminal, the port of Port Adelaide as well as the six key regional ports of Port Giles, Port Lincoln, Wallaroo, Port Pirie, Klein Point and Thevenard.

We also provide integrated supply chain solutions through Flinders Warehousing and Distribution. Beyond ports, we deliver hydrographic survey services through HydroSurvey Australia.

Flinders Port Holdings is ranked as one of South Australia's top 10 companies, with an annual turnover of more than $300 million. We employ over 650 people and indirectly support 24,000 jobs in South Australia.

Through our operations we facilitate over $25 billion in international trade annually and are the key platform for South Australian two-way trade in goods.

Role Overview

The Marine Maintenance and Construction Team Member plays a key role in maintaining and improving Flinders Ports' infrastructure, undertaking a diverse range of maintenance, fabrication and minor capital works across wharves, marine structures, buildings and general port assets.

The role offers an attractive four-day working week, along with a structured career progression pathway supported by in-house training and development, with pay increases linked to achieving higher competency levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform welding, fabrication, maintenance, and repair work on new and existing marine assets, including steel and timber structures, jetties, wharves, and associated infrastructure, both in workshop environments and on-site;
• Operate equipment such as cranes, forklifts, winches, and mechanical tools, including handling heavy construction plant and vessels;
• Install and maintain port infrastructure, formwork, painting, mooring systems, temporary work platforms;
• Work collaboratively with team members, report hazards or concerns to the Team Leader, and ensure smooth daily operations; and
• Work independently or in a team, follow complex instructions, apply quality control techniques, and provide support to colleagues.

About you

• Experience working in construction, fabrication or maintenance;
• Experience carrying out various maintenance activities and in the use of general plant and equipment;
• Trade qualifications as a boilermaker and metal fabrication is desirable, industry experience in this field will also be considered.;
• Previous experience in a marine environment desirable but not essential ;
• Knowledge of WH&S practices that apply to general labouring work and ability to conduct and interpret JSEAs; and
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with limited supervision.

Benefits

• Up to 8 paid hours per annum to volunteer
• Up to 3 days per annum of Cultural Leave for First Nations employees
• $299 annual health and wellbeing subsidy
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Annual free flu vaccinations and skin checks available
• Supportive, motivated and fun team environment
• An inclusive workplace that fosters diversity
• Uniforms and PPE Supplied

Applications close 29th October 2026.

At Flinders Port Holdings, we're committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including people with disabilities, all age groups, the LGBTIQA+ community, and culturally diverse backgrounds, including First Nations People. Our team values diverse perspectives, believing that they enhance our work environment and benefit our customers. Join us, and be part of a workplace where everyone belongs.