Designer / Draftsperson
Marine Structures
Design the Marine Infrastructure that Shapes Australia's Waterfronts
Marine Structures is one of Australia's leading marine construction companies, specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of pontoons, marinas, ferry terminals, jetties, floating boardwalks, pedestrian bridges and other marine infrastructure.
For more than 40 years, we have delivered projects ranging from high-end residential pontoons through to major government and commercial infrastructure throughout Australia.
As our business continues to grow, we are seeking an experiencedDesigner / Draftspersonwho enjoys solving engineering challenges, producing high-quality fabrication drawings and seeing their designs become reality.
This is an opportunity to join a collaborative design team where your work directly contributes to projects that are built—not simply filed away.
The Role
Working closely with our Senior Designers, Engineers, Project Managers and Manufacturing team, you'll be involved throughout the design process—from concept development through to fabrication and construction documentation.
Using Autodesk Inventor, Vault and Forma, you'll produce detailed 3D models, fabrication drawings and manufacturing documentation for a diverse range of marine infrastructure projects.
Every project is different, providing an interesting mix of residential, commercial and government work that will continually challenge and develop your technical skills.
Key Responsibilities
You'll be responsible for:
Producing high-quality 3D models and detailed fabrication drawings using Autodesk Inventor
Developing working drawings from engineering concepts, sketches and client requirements
Preparing tender,



approval and construction documentation
Producing accurate shop drawings for manufacturing and installation
Completing quantity take-offs and assisting with estimating requirements
Supporting manufacturing and project teams by resolving design queries
Working collaboratively with Engineers, Project Managers and Production staff to ensure designs are practical, efficient and buildable
Maintaining drawing standards and document control using Forma.
About You
· You enjoy turning engineering concepts into practical, buildable solutions
· You're naturally organised, detail-focused and enjoy working on technically challenging projects where quality matters
· You communicate well with both technical and non-technical people and enjoy working collaboratively across design, manufacturing and project teams
· Most importantly, you're looking for a long-term opportunity where you can continue developing your career while contributing to projects you can genuinely be proud of.
Skills & Experience
We're looking for someone with experience in many of the following:
Essential
Minimum 3 years' experience in mechanical or structural drafting
Advanced Autodesk Inventor skills
Experience producing fabrication/shop drawings
Strong understanding of manufacturing or construction processes
Excellent attention to detail




Ability to interpret engineering concepts and produce practical manufacturing documentation
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Highly Regarded
Autodesk Vault experience
Experience with BIM 360/Forma
Structural steel or aluminium fabrication experience
Marine, civil or infrastructure projects
Knowledge of Australian Standards
Practical workshop or fabrication experience.
Why Join Marine Structures?
This is much more than a drafting role.
You'll have the prospect to work on some of Australia's most interesting marine infrastructure projects while being part of a growing company that genuinely values innovation, teamwork and continuous improvement.
We offer:
Competitive salary package
Stable, family-owned Australian business with more than 40 years of success
Diverse mix of residential, commercial and government projects
Modern design software and technology
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Professional development and career progression opportunities
Versatile working arrangements after the qualifying period
The opportunity to see your designs manufactured and installed on real projects across Australia.
Employer Questions
Please include answers to the following in your application:
What interests you about joining Marine Structures?
How many years' experience do you have using Autodesk Inventor?
Tell us about a project where you developed fabrication or shop drawings that were successfully manufactured.
Have you worked within manufacturing, structural steel, aluminium or construction environments?
What is your expected annual base salary?
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