Trades Assistant | Port Douglas

As the world’s most extensive coral reef ecosystem, the Great Barrier Reef is a globally outstanding and significant natural wonder, Quicksilver have been bringing guests here and creating memories since 1979 and to continue we need someone to help us keep them safe, that’s where YOU come in. We are looking for a:

TRADE ASSISTANT 

A rare permanent full time position for someone who is hard working and reliable. We currently have an opportunity for a Trade Assistant to join our Engineering Department based in Port Douglas. This role will primarily be based working with our shipwright, but will involve assistance across other trades.  

The responsibilities primarily include the maintenance of the Quicksilver fleet of Vessels, Pontoons, and land based assets.  Example of works undertaken are:

• Carpentry and joinery of the internal and external surfaces of boats and pontoons
• Surface preparations, painting and fibre glassing
• General maintenance 
• Building maintenance of some land based assets

The successful applicant should have experience in construction and boats/shipwright maintenance, be a self-motivated person who works well within a team, has attention to detail with the ability to work unsupervised and will be required to hold the following qualifications:

• Senior First Aid
• Construction industry white card (or willing to get)
• Experience with carpentry/ joinery / shipwright type work / maintenance work, will be highly regarded

An attractive roster is offered including a four on, three day off, weekday only roster. However, from time to time, overtime, overnight and weekend work may be required. We would be able to provide further training for the right person.

What do you get out of this? 

• Work as part of a great crew
• Access to training and career progression
• Experience all our boat tours across the Quicksilver group for a minimal admin fee for you and your immediate family, with great discounts for family and friends 
• Heavily discounted diving courses and tours in Port Douglas and Cairns 
• Access to the Quicksilver Group Scholarship program for your children going to University
• A wide range of special discounts with our industry partners and goods suppliers

Who are we?

Quicksilver is proudly Australia’s most awarded Great Barrier Reef operator. We are committed to sustainable environmental practices and ongoing conservation for future generations to enjoy. Here at Quicksilver we encourage people to be themselves, respect the environments we operate in and respect each other. We are committed to empowering people, so they can have a voice, be heard and be present. At Quicksilver, we would like all of our guests to leave us as ambassadors for reef protection and preservation, our wonderful, passionate and enthusiastic crew make that happen every day. 

Join us on our mission to conserve nature, share our history and culture and have fun every step of the way.