GCMarine provides exceptional marine berthing structures to the residential and commercial sectors, specifically, pontoons, marinas, jetties & boardwalks. We have positioned ourselves with a vibrant team culture and enjoy all the benefits the industry has to offer! We are looking for a self-motivated, experienced, and passionate Coxswain to work as part of our Piling Team to assist with our expanding workload!

The position…

You will be required to operate vessels of various sizes whilst "pushing" our piling barges to site and then maneuverer them into position for piling work. Working as part of a two (2) person team, Marine Pile Installation and assisting an experienced excavator operator to install various type of piles is fundamental to this role. Additionally, maintaining the vessels and / or piling barge to ensure safe, productive and effective operations will also be a requirement of the job.

Additionally, from time to time you will also be required to "push" pontoons and gangways from boat ramps to customers properties and become part of the Installation Team whereby you will install the pontoon, gangway and accessories for our customers to a very high standard. Being competent in the operation or hand, battery and power tools is also fundamental to the role.

When not doing any of the above, you will be required to assist other Team Members in the manufacture of different types of berthing structures, mainly pontoons and the installation of concrete abutment blocks. This includes minor steel fixing, concreting, carpeting and detail work. You don't need any previous experience for this work as we will teach you the ropes.

NOTE:



Please do not apply for this role if you have just obtained your Coxswain Ticket as this role requires someone with experience and who has the confidence to maneuver work boats and barges through tight waterways/canals and marinas.

This position offers a 4-day, 38 hour work week Monday to Thursday with the possibility of overtime as required either on those for days or on a Friday.

Take charge of and operate vessels, specifically relating to piling work or pontoon installation, with a focus on workplace health and safety guidelines

Installation of piles for marina projects predominately in SEQ and from time to time further afield including interstate

Piles will consist of spun concrete, steel tube, timber and cast in-situ concrete PVC

Installation of HDPE piles sleeves to be installed over steel or concrete piles

Liaise with contractors and GCMarine management to co-ordinate onsite, relocation activities

Everything and anything to do with the manufacture and installation of marine berthing systems

You will have and be…

Current and up-to-date Grade 3 Coxswain ticket or higher - Must have requirement

Mechanical minded for maintenance and minor repair work

The ability to read and understand plans for the purpose of installing piles, concrete abutment blocks and / or pontoons

Current Drivers License

Enthusiasm, experience, and confidence.

Confidence in your ability to move work boats and barges within the busy waterways from location to location

First-rate communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at varying levels

Self-motivated with an excellent interpersonal and professional skills

The ability to get yourself to work and / or the job site on time

Well presented to proudly represent the GCMarine brand

Australian citizenship required for this position

We're looking for a passionate, proactive, and hardworking team member who will be rewarded with a tailored remuneration plan, as well as the bonus of being part of an exciting and growing industry brand!

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📌 Coxswain / Piling Barge Operator (Queensland)
🏢 GCMarine
📍 Queensland