Apprentice Boat Builder - Join our team at The Aus Ships Group.

Aus Ships Group is on the lookout for a motivated apprentice boat builder (Qualification in Marine Certificate IV in Engineering) to join our expanding team of skilled aluminium boat builders, fabricators, boilermakers, cabinet makers and naval architects.

If you are ready to launch an exciting career in the marine industry, we want to hear from you!

Monday - Friday working week, with the potential for overtime and penalty rates.

About us:

The Aus Ships Group delivers professional, high quality marine solutions to a like-minded client base. We actively support the development of industry and provide client confidence and employee satisfaction through a continued focus on quality, efficiency, safety, innovation and traditional family values.

We are a highly skilled team based across two sites in Murarrie and Hemmant, Brisbane. We pride ourselves in being extremely vast with our capabilities within the marine sector, with current projects in both the commercial and recreational fields.

See website for more details: ausships.com

Requirements:

A current valid drivers’ license – Manual prefered

Must own or have regular access to vehicle

Basic fabrication / Welding experience (Tafe etc).

Interest in marine or fabrication industries

Ability to work accurately and efficiently

Demonstrates a commitment to safety

Physically fit to work in a face paced environment

Applicants MUST be Australian Residents

Duties & Responsibilities:

Display motivation to learn the trade skills involved in the production of our current and upcoming aluminium new builds and refit projects to a high standard

Perform tasks as directed by senior team members and management

Maintain good housekeeping

Ensure WH&S processes are always followed

Display excellent communication skills

What is on offer:

Potential for immediate start

Day shifts - starting at 6am

Monday to Friday - 45 hour standard working week

Overtime - including Saturday work and penalty rates frequently available

Stable, ongoing work backed by a strong pipeline of current and upcoming projects

Excellent team environment - committed to professional, high quality marine solutions

Potential for career progression within our highly skilled, fast paced team

Superannuation paid weekly

All Tafe related costs covered by employer

6 month probation period in a trades assistant role, leading into commencing apprenticeship - possibility to commence sooner to the right candidate

Current 1st and 2nd year apprentice applicants may also be considered

If you meet the above criteria and you are a motivated, active person that would like to join our team, please submit your resume and cover letter for assessment. Please note due to the high number of applications only successful applicants will be contacted.

This apprenticeship pertains to MEM40119 - Marine Certificate IV in Engineering