Part-Time Marina Forklift Operator & Water Taxi Skipper

Cockatoo Boat Storage; Sydney; On-site; AUD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

8 days paid annual leave (part-time)

Weekend work

Harbour views and outdoor role

Opportunities for midweek shifts

Job summary

Cockatoo Marine in Sydney Harbour is seeking a hands-on team member for a unique marina role. You will operate our marina bull forklift to launch and retrieve boats, and after training, skipper a 26-foot water taxi while enjoying harbour views.

This permanent part-time position offers weekend commitments, outdoor work, and opportunities to assist with maintenance and customer service. A safety-first mindset and ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Current forklift HRW licence is essential.
• Experience operating larger industrial forklifts is highly regarded.
• Boat-handling or boating experience is an advantage.
• Safety-focused, reliable and comfortable working outdoors.
• Practical, independent work style with confidence in customer interactions.
• Reliable availability for weekend work is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate marina bull forklift to lift, launch and retrieve boats.
• Assist marina staff with safe movement and handling of boats.
• After training, skipper and operate a 26-foot marina water taxi.
• Perform general maintenance tasks around the marina.
• Provide helpful, friendly service to customers.
• Carry out other duties as directed.

Skills

Forklift HRW licence

Industrial forklift experience

Boat-handling experience

Safety-focused outdoors

Customer service

Job description

Cockatoo Marine in Sydney Harbour is seeking a hands-on team member for a unique marina role. You will operate our marina bull forklift to launch and retrieve boats, and after training, skipper a 26-foot water taxi while enjoying harbour views.

This permanent part-time position offers weekend commitments, outdoor work, and opportunities to assist with maintenance and customer service. A safety-first mindset and ability to work independently are essential.