Are you an experienced Fiberglass Composite Technician with experience on application, repair, and finishing of fibreglass and polymer-based coatings for swimming pools and associated structures?
Our client is seeking a skilledFiberglass Composite Technician to join its specialist team who combine technical trade skills in composites, resin systems, and spray application techniques with practical in office execution, ensuring high-quality, durable, and compliant finishes across new builds
Successful candidates will be based in our client's factory in Rutherford, NSW.
Key Responsibilities
Read and interpret technical drawings, production specifications, and mould documentation to determine fabrication requirements
Prepare moulds and surfaces for gel coating, composite lay-up, and lamination processes
Carry out surface preparation, polishing, and defect rectification of pool shells and composite parts
Apply gel coats, resins, fibreglass, and polyurethane materials using specialised spray equipment and hand lay-up techniques
Trim, grind, sand, polish, and finish composite products to specified dimensions, tolerances, and quality standards
Manufacture ancillary fibreglass and composite components associated with swimming pool production
Operate and maintain chopper guns, spray systems, rollers, grinders, and other composite fabrication tools and machinery
Perform fibreglass and composite lay-up, lamination, reinforcement, and fabrication of swimming pool shells and associated components
Conduct polyurethane and composite material application where required
Undertake mould maintenance, cleaning, and minor repairs to ensure ongoing production efficiency
Follow daily and weekly production schedules set by the Production Supervisor




Assist in process optimisation and continuous improvement of composite manufacturing methods and production workflows
Perform routine maintenance of tools, equipment, and work areas to support safe and efficient operations
Comply with workplace health and safety legislation, PPE requirements, and hazard control procedures within a composite manufacturing facility
Maintain a clean and safe manufacturing environment in accordance with company policies
Work independently and collaboratively within a production team environment Assist the development of new technologies and processes
Skills and Experience
Proven minimum 3 years' experience in fiberglass or composites
Strong measurement, sanding, and spraying skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work to tight tolerances.
Ability to work with various setting compounds (hand mix and premix).
High standard of trimming, drilling and grinding techniques
Ability to produce components without additional need for rectification.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Qualifications
MEM***** Certificate III in Engineering - Composites Trade (or equivalent work experience).
Experience in swimming pool, marine, or composite product manufacturing (highly desirable)
Experience with tools (e.g. guns, lamps, brushes and rollers, dremel or rotary tools etc).
First Aid - desirable
Inspect finished products, identify defects, and carry out repairs and rectification to meet manufacturing and quality requirement
Monitor material usage and ensure correct handling of resins, catalysts, and composite materials in accordance with technical and safety requirements
Follow structured production schedules and technical work instructions within a manufacturing environment
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📌 Fibreglass Composite Technician (New South Wales)
🏢 Working In Australia
📍 New South Wales