Marine Trade Assistant – No Qualification Needed, Four‑Day Week

Birdon Group; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day work week

Relocation assistance

Ongoing marine projects

Job summary

Birdon Group in Port Macquarie is seeking motivated Trade Assistants - Boilermaking to support our fabrication and shipyard teams. This hands-on role does not require a trade qualification, but welding aluminium and steel to a high standard is expected.

You will assist boilermakers, welders and fabricators on diverse projects across new builds, refits, repairs and marine vessels. Four-day weeks and relocation assistance are offered.

Qualifications

• No trade qualification required, hands-on experience essential.
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card) preferred.
• Experience using hand tools, grinders, drills or basic fabrication equipment.
• Willingness to learn and work safely in a marine fabrication environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist boilermakers, welders and fabricators with daily tasks.
• Support preparation, grinding, drilling, cleanup and basic fabrication.
• Handle materials, tools and equipment safely in workshop/shipyard.
• Follow instructions from trades, leading hands and supervisors.
• Contribute to a productive team and safe work practices.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Tools

Hand tools

Grinders

Drills

Fabrication equipment

Job description

Birdon Group in Port Macquarie is seeking motivated Trade Assistants - Boilermaking to support our fabrication and shipyard teams. This hands-on role does not require a trade qualification, but welding aluminium and steel to a high standard is expected.

You will assist boilermakers, welders and fabricators on diverse projects across new builds, refits, repairs and marine vessels. Four-day weeks and relocation assistance are offered.