Boat Builder Repairer & Rigger

Are you passionate about building high-quality boats and working with your hands? Join our dynamic team of marine craftsmen where tradition meets innovation. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Boat Builder/ Repairer and an experienced Rigger to help construct and maintain vessels with precision and pride.  Job may entail travel within Southeast Queensland.

Boat Builder Repairer Responsibilities:

• Build, assemble, and finish boat hulls and components (wood, fiberglass, or aluminum depending on project)
• Interpret technical drawings and plans when necessary
• Install structural, mechanical, and interior components
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Perform repairs and modifications as needed
• Install and service winches, furling systems, deck hardware and lifelines.

Boat Builder Repairer Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in boat building, carpentry, or related trades
• Knowledge of marine construction materials and methods
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Team player with a strong work ethic and good communication skills
• Physical ability to perform manual labour
• Ability to work in confined spaces and in outdoor environments
• Excellent attention to detail and safety awareness and craftmanship
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Rigger Responsibilities:

• Install, inspect and maintain standing and running rigging (wire, rod, synthetic)
• Fit and tune rigging to ensure optimal performance and safety
• Step and unstep masts, booms and spars
• Install and service winches, furling systems, deck hardware and lifelines
• Fabricate custom rigging components (eg, swaging, splicing and rope work)
• Interpret rigging diagrams, load charts and deck layouts
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Perform repairs to mast and modifications as needed
• Collaborate with boatbuilders, sailmakers and marine engineers

Rigger Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in marine rigging (sailing or commercial vessels)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Team player with a strong work ethic and good communication skills
• Physical ability to perform manual labour
• Knowledge of rigging tool, materials and tensioning systems
• Familiarity with various types of cordage, wire, terminals and fittings
• Ability to work in confined spaces and in outdoor environments
• Excellent attention to detail and safety awareness and craftmanship
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Send your resume and cover letter to John Lyons [email protected]