Rope Splicing Technician

Pearl Recruitment Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accredited ticketed upskilling

6-month discretionary bonus

Birthday lunches

Job summary

Pearl Recruitment are seeking a reliable Rope Splicing Technician based in Bayswater. The role involves manufacturing, inspecting and preparing orders for client projects, with on-site duties and periodic site visits.

You will splice rope types, operate shop tools, and ensure quality control while adhering to safety standards. Training is provided and a long-term career opportunity is offered.

Qualifications

• Must be proactive, motivated and detail-oriented with good communication.
• Experience in rope splicing, rigging, marine operations or similar hands-on roles is preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol assessment.
• Full unrestricted working rights and reliable transport required.

Responsibilities

• Read job cards, technical info and drawings to confirm production requirements.
• Measure, cut, terminate and splice synthetic rope products (three-, eight-, 12-strand, double-braid).
• Cut and assemble chain, rigging, anchoring and buoyancy products per drawings and standards.
• Calculate raw materials and prepare materials for each job.
• Operate rope-splicing tools, power tools, capstan winches and sewing machines.
• Inspect finished products for defects and report non-conformances.
• Pack orders and coordinate freight; operate forklift to load/unload.
• Perform general warehousing and yard duties; support labeling and packing.
• Follow safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures; suggest improvements.
• Occasional 2–3 day remote site visits for hands-on experience and skill development (about 2 weeks per year).

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Team player

Tools

Forklift licence

Rigging licence

Driver's licence

Job description

Pearl Recruitment are looking for a reliable Rope Splicing Technician for our client, a small family owned entity and respected provider of specialised rope, mooring, anchoring and rigging products to the marine, mining and defence industries. Based in Bayswater, this role offers an immediate start and a genuine long-term career opportunity.

Previous rope splicing experience will be highly regarded. However, our client is prepared to provide as much in-house training as required to the right candidate.

Position Details:

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will work as part of a small team responsible for manufacturing, inspecting and preparing orders for upcoming client projects.

Key duties will include:

• Read job cards, technical information and engineered drawings to confirm production requirements
• Measure, cut, terminate and splice synthetic rope products (including three-strand, eight-strand, 12-strand and double-braid ropes)
• Cut and assemble chain, rigging, anchoring and buoyancy products in line with drawings and relevant standards
• Calculate raw material quantities and prepare the materials required for each job
• Operate rope-splicing tools, cutting equipment, power tools, capstan winches and commercial sewing machines
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet specifications and report any defects or non-conformances
• Pack completed orders and coordinate incoming and outgoing freight
• Operate forklift to safely load/unload trucks and move products around the warehouse
• Complete general warehousing and yard duties to help with labelling and packing of orders to be sent to clients
• Follow company safety, quality and manufacturing procedures and suggest process improvements
• Occasionally attend 2–3 day remote site visits for hands‑on experience and further skill development (including site uplift responsibilities - total time away around 2 weeks per year)

About You:

To be successful in the position, you will require the following:

• Be proactive, motivated and detail-oriented with strong communication skills to work within a team environment
• Previous experience within a similar rope splicing, rigging, marine operations, manufacturing, warehousing or another relevant hands‑on position
• Hold full unrestricted working rights
• Have the ability to pass pre‑employment medical and drug & alcohol assessment
• Possess a valid driver’s licence and have reliable transport
• Forklift licence or rigging licence
• Previous experience in a workshop, factory, or on‑site labouring/construction environment

Pay Rates, Shifts & What’s in It for You:

You’ll be well rewarded with a competitive starting pay rate of$38.00hr + superannuation (with the potential for a higher rate depending on your previous experience).

Following the successful completion of your probation period, rates can see a further increase depending on your performance. Standard working hours are Monday to Friday, 6:30am - 3:30pm.

In addition to working with a supportive management team you’ll receive the following:

• Opportunities for accredited ticketed upskilling
• Highly competitive 6‑month discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
• Paid birthday lunches for the entire team
• Ability to enjoy the best of both worlds, you can experience occasional FIFO work without sacrificing your work‑life balance