Job Description

Boatyard Hand/Travel Lift Operator Trainee

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Boatyard Hand & Travel Lift Operator Trainee

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Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club | Newport, Sydney's Northern Beaches

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Looking for more than just a job? This could be the start of a highly skilled and sought-after career in the marine industry.

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The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (RPAYC) is looking for a motivated, practical and enthusiastic person to join our qualified Boatyard team as a Boatyard Hand & Travel Lift Operator Trainee.

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This is an exciting opportunity to learn on the job, receive paid specialist training and develop valuable skills in professional boatyard operations and vessel handling.

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For the right person, we will provide training to become a Travel Lift Operator, including learning to safely lift, stand and launch vessels using our 50-tonne Travel Lift. These are specialised skills that can provide a strong foundation for a rewarding, long-term career in the marine industry.

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Learn While You Work

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You don't need to arrive with years of boatyard experience. We are looking for someone with the right attitude, a willingness to learn and an interest in building a career.

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Working alongside our experienced Boatyard team, you will receive practical, hands-on training and develop skills across:

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Operation of our 50-tonne Travel Lift, following appropriate training.

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Safe vessel handling and boatyard operations.

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Sanding and application of marine coatings.

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Vessel polishing and detailing.

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Boatyard equipment, maintenance and operational procedures.

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Marine environmental practices and Work Health and Safety (WHS).

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As your skills and experience grow, so will your responsibilities.

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A Career with Real Potential

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The marine industry needs skilled, capable people,



and specialist experience in vessel handling and Travel Lift operations can open the door to opportunities within boatyards, marinas and marine facilities.

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At RPAYC, you will have the opportunity to:

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Receive paid, on-the-job training.

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Train to operate a 50-tonne Travel Lift.

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Develop specialised and transferable marine industry skills.

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Learn from an experienced professional Boatyard team.

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Work with a wide variety of boats and marine operations.

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Gain experience at an award-winning marine facility.

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Obtain Marina Industry Association (MIA) Travel Lift accreditation.

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About You

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We are looking for someone who is:

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Motivated, reliable and keen to learn.

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Practical and comfortable with hands-on work.

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Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

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Committed to high standards of safety and environmental responsibility.

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Keen to develop new skills and take on greater responsibility.

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Have NSW Powerboat licence or willing to obtain.

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Previous boating experience is an advantage, but your attitude, work ethic and willingness to learn are just as important.

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Work Somewhere Different

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Located on the shores of beautiful Pittwater at Newport on Sydney's Northern Beaches, the RPAYC Boatyard is an award-winning facility recognised by the Marina Industries Association (MIA) for excellence.

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You'll be joining a supportive team in a unique waterfront workplace while developing practical skills that can take your career well beyond an entry-level role.

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Working Hours

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Monday to Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, with additional hours as required.

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If you enjoy boats, like working with your hands and are looking for an prospect to learn a specialised skill and build a career with real prospects, we want to hear from you.

📌 Boatyard Hand/Travel Lift Operator Trainee (New South Wales)
🏢 Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club
📍 New South Wales