Boat Repairer / Shipwright

Ascent Shipwrights

Boat Repairer / Shipwright
Full-time position 
 

About Us 

Ascent Shipwrights is an owner-operated business with a uniquely talented team of shipwrights, painters, and apprentices. 

We pride ourselves on our outstanding workmanship, innovation, and unrivalled customer service. We are constantly working to find new and innovative ways to improve the boat-building process.

Main Function of Position

As part of our boat-building team, this role is responsible for fibreglass repairs, builds and rebuilds. Working closely with all areas of the business you will construct, fit-out, commission and repair all types of vessels, including, recreational, competitive, and commercial. The selected candidate will work on a range of exciting and innovative projects both on and off-site.  
 

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Complete a range of GRP repairs, builds and repairs 
• Structural laminating.
• Chop strand gun operation 
• Composite fabrication. Including infusion, injection moulding, moulding/ tooling and prepreg composite processes.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers, and other contractors. 
   

Qualifications and Experience 

Essential

• Minimum three (3) years experience within an applicable industry 
• Shipwright or fibreglass laminator qualification
• Extensive knowledge of GRP builds and repairs
• Structural laminating experience
• Valid WA Drivers Licence 
   

Desired

• Chopper gun and gel coat experience
• Forklift ticket