Shore Based Engineer - Fabricator Welder / Shipwright

About Cruise Whitsundays

Cruise Whitsundays, based in Airlie Beach is the largest marine-based tour and transport provider in the Whitsundays. Providing close encounters with the Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach, and the islands of the Whitsundays, Cruise Whitsundays operates 10 modern, well-equipped, air-conditioned vessels, plus a world-class sailing catamaran, offering a range of tours, as well as an inter-island resort connection service, with regular daily departures at three islands, one airport and two mainland ports.

Cruise Whitsundays also operates Australia’s first underwater accommodation, Reefsuites, and a Reefsleep glamping experience at the Reefworld pontoon, moored offshore at Hardy Reef on the Great Barrier Reef.

From our cruises to our sailing adventures to our world-renowned underwater accommodation, there’s no better way to experience the Whitsundays, and you won’t find a friendlier or more experienced crew to work with. When the ocean is your office, every day is good one.

About Journey Beyond

Australia’s leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 14 brands spanning the country, connecting guests to the land, and to each other. Headquarters in Adelaide, Journey Beyond’s impressive tourism brands include iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern and The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; the historic Telegraph Station, barefoot luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventure, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; and our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89.

Joining the Journey Beyond family, you will play an integral role in supporting our business as we continue to share special places and shape lasting memories for our guests.

About the role

We are currently seeking a full time Shore Based Engineer – Fabricator Welder / Shipwright, to join our Shore Based Maintenance Team. Reporting to Maintenance Manager Operations, the Shore Based Fabricator Welder/ Shipwright assists in the maintenance of vessels, pontoon, vehicles and tenders. You could work on but not limited to: Repairs of vessel and pontoon structures, installation of various types of equipment such as, masts, frames, decking, fittings, machines, shafts and safety equipment. You will also require the ability to perform a wide variety of marine aluminium welding and shipwright repair tasks using boat building materials.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Perform fabrication work in accordance with scheduled maintenance and rectification works including operation of welding equipment to assist with scheduled maintenance programs for all mechanical, steel/metal structures, sullage systems and safety equipment

Undertake general shipwright repairs to vessel fabric and structure

Proactive in the planning of works to maintain and enhance vessel internal/external fabric maintenance

Accurately maintain HELM and associated work orders/tasks through to job completion and sign off.

In addition to the scheduled maintenance program, responsible for fault finding and additional repairs

Adherence with SOPS, Marine Memos, operation procedures and WHS requirements

Ensure all qualifications are kept up to date and provided to HR

Remain adaptable and acceptable to change while working autonomously

Ensure sufficient stock of all items necessary to make your job run smoothly

Completion of ad hoc maintenance tasks and repairs where there are appearance issues arising, under the guidance of the Maintenance Manager.

About you

The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be comfortable with working outdoors in various weather conditions. Have proven ability in boat building, shipwright or a marine finisher, aluminium fabrication and welding. Take a proactive approach in finding and remedying any onboard issues with the vessels. Be clean and tidy and team oriented.

Requirements

To be successful in this role you will be someone who:

Experience within high-speed vessel and the requirements for presentation

High level of marine knowledge as well as installations

Experience in conducting risk assessments and introducing practical safety measures

Excellent ability to manage time, priorities to meet deadlines with strong organisational and written/verbal communication skills

Intermediate computer (including tablets) literacy with experience using maintenance management software and data entry

Must have an eye for detail and take pride in your work

Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Experience in installation, operation, service, fault finding, repair and maintenance of plant equipment such as 12/24 V electrical systems, tanks, sewage systems and equipment fit out.

Experience in exercising good judgement in appraising difficult situations and making appropriate decisions regarding equipment condition and appropriate corrective action.

Knowledge of, and commitment to, maintenance planning techniques and philosophies, including a continuous improvement approach.

Reliable, self-motivated and proactive

Strong personal presentation skills

A Cross-culture awareness and sensitivity to the needs of others.

A strong work ethic where any job that needs doing will get done well

Key requirements for this role include:

Trade qualifications as a Welder / Boiler maker highly preferred

Extensive aluminium fabrication and welding experience preferably within the Boat Building / Marine industry

Proven ability to undertake general Shipwright ship repair tasks

Open manual Drivers Licence

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid & Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Working at heights

Forklift Licence (desirable)

Working in confined spaces (desirable)