Boat Yard Hand

An exciting opportunity has presented itself for an individual to join Southern Australia’s largest marine precinct ‘DockYard’ as a Yard Hand on a full-time basis.

The current ‘DockYard’ site spans over an area of close to 18Ha and includes but isn’t limited to the following facilities:

• Indoor and outdoor hardstand area for over 100 vessels

• Lifting capacity for vessels up to 150T

• Marina with berthing for 75 vessels

• On-site marine services tenancies

• Indoor and outdoor trailer boat/caravan storage

• Trailer boat launching facility

Considerable investment continues to be made into the precinct including the recent opening of our Mega Sheds and office spaces. This combined with the purchase of a 150T Marine Travelift has increased our ability to accommodate the needs of larger commercial and recreational vessels.

About the role: 

Reporting to the Operations Manager, your tasks will consist of but are not limited to:

• The safe and efficient guidance of vessel lifting and hardstanding procedures in consultation with the operator

• High pressure cleaning of vessel hulls

• Operation of forklifts to assist with yard work and customer needs

• Working with team members to ensure all scheduled maintenance is completed

• General grounds maintenance and tasks

• Cleaning of yard areas and equipment

Successful applicants must have:

• Willingness to learn on the job

• Ability to work individually or as part of a team

• An aptitude for following and enforcing OH&S guidelines and procedures

• A current drivers licence

• Reliable and punctual attitude

• An interest in boating and the marine industry

As well as this, it is desired that the applicant would have the following qualifications and skillset:

• Forklift licence

If you are looking for a physically challenging job outdoors by the water year-round, we encourage you to apply. Please note a medical will need to completed upon employment as per company guidelines.

This is an excellent full time, permanent opportunity to work alongside like-minded professionals with a passion for the marine industry in a constantly expanding world class facility.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter explaining why you would be a good fit for this role.