Shipwright Trades and Trades Assistants

Norman R Wright & Sons; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great team environment

On-the-job training

Competitive rates

Job summary

Norman R. Wright & Sons, based near Murarrie, Brisbane, are seeking experienced boat builders or trade's assistants for a permanent full-time role. You will work across classic timber cruisers and high-speed composite vessels, with standard hours Monday–Thursday 6:30am–3:30pm and Friday mornings.

Join Australia’s renowned design and build team alongside top boat builders. Offering diverse task variety, on-the-job training, and competitive rates commensurate with experience, this role promises a

Qualifications

• Trade qualifications in boatbuilding or demonstrated boatbuilding experience.
• Willing to work as a Trade's Assistant and develop skills.
• Experience in composite fibreglass construction preferred.
• Painters and detailers.
• Good eye for detail with accuracy and quality first time.
• Fitout experience in high end caravan or campervan industry may be suitable.
• Motivated team player.
• Understanding and willingness to adhere to safe work practices.
• Reliability and a great work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Exposure to all facets of boat building and refits on a variety of vessels.
• Work on timber cruisers, high-speed composite boats, and workboats.
• Maintain safety and high quality in every task.
• Collaborate with a skilled team of boat builders.

Skills

Boatbuilding experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Boatbuilding trade qualifications

Job description

Established in 1909, Norman R. Wright & Sons is Australia's most renowned designer and builder of custom vessels with a enviable team of skilled boat builders.

We are sited next to the Rivergate Marina Complex at Murarrie, Brisbane which is ideally located to travel to from many corners of SE Qld as we are at the junction of the M1 and Port of Brisbane Motorways and the Gateway Bridge.

Our services include boat design, building, refits, repairs and maintenance. We have a diverse clientele base ranging from government departments, commercial and pleasure craft owners.

We have a number of exciting new build and refit works on the books and require experienced boat builders or keen trade's assistants, that can hit the ground running.

The Role

As a permanent full-time member of the Norman Wrights Team, no two days will be the same. You will have exposure to all facets of boat building and the opportunity to work on a variety of vessels including, but not limited to, classic timber cruisers, high-speed composite pleasure and workboats.

Standard hours are Monday to Thursday 6:30am to 3.30pm. Fridays 6:30am to 12:30pm.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work for an industry icon alongside some of Australia's most talent boat builders
• Task diversity - high end composite new builds to historic timber rebuilds
• Great team environment
• Excellent rates (commensurate with experience and qualifications)
• Apprenticeships and/or on-the-job training

What we’re looking for:

• Trade qualifications in boatbuilding or demonstrated boatbuilding experience.
• Or a commitment to work as a Trade's Assistant and develop skills from the best
• Experience in composite fibreglass construction preferred but not essential
• Painters and detailers
• Good eye for detail with a focus on accuracy and quality first time
• Fitout experience in high end caravan or campervan industry may be suitable
• Motivated team player
• Understanding and willingness to adhere to safe work practices
• Reliability and a great work ethic

You can learn more about us here: www.wrightsons.com.au

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