Fibreglass Laminator –Come Build Something Awesome with Hooker Boats!
Hooker Boats | Cairns, QLDFull-Time | $38–$45 per hour + super, depending on skill & experienceLove boats?
Know your way around fibreglass?
We want to hear from you.Hooker Boats is looking for an experienced Fibreglass Laminator to join our team in Cairns.We build quality boats, and we're looking for someone who knows that fibreglass isn't just something you "have a go at" after watching a five-minute YouTube video!
If you have solid experience in fibreglass boat building, know how to get the best out of a gelcoat spray gun and fibreglass chopper gun, and take pride in producing a quality finish, you could be exactly who we're looking for.About the RoleThis is a full-time position working as part of the Hooker Boats manufacturing team.You'll be involved in the production of our boats from the ground up, working with fibreglass, resins and composite materials to help create strong, quality finished boats that are built for the water.We're looking for an experienced laminator who can hit the ground running and doesn't need to be taught which end of the spray gun points at the mould!
Key ResponsibilitiesFibreglass laminating and composite boat buildingApplying gelcoat using a gelcoat spray gunOperating a fibreglass chopper gun applicatorPreparing moulds and surfaces for productionCutting, fitting and applying fibreglass materialsMixing and working with resins and composite materialsEnsuring laminates meet required quality and strength standardsMaintaining a clean, organised and safe work areaWorking efficiently to production schedulesWorking as part of a team to produce high-quality Hooker BoatsWhat We're Looking ForExperience is essential.We're looking for someone who:Has proven experience as a fibreglass laminator, preferably within boat building or compositesIs experienced using gelcoat spray guns and fibreglass chopper gunsUnderstands fibreglass,



resin systems and composite manufacturingTakes pride in their workmanship and attention to detailCan work independently while also being a team playerHas a good work ethic and reliable attitudeIs safety consciousCan work efficiently in a production environmentIsn't afraid to get their hands dirty!
What's On Offer?
$38–$45 per hour, depending on skill and experienceFull-time employmentWork with an established and passionate boat-building teamThe opportunity to build some seriously good boatsA hands‐on role where your skills actually make something you can see, touch and eventually take fishing!
Cairns location and a great lifestyle outside of workApprentice Opportunity – Composite Technician Certificate IIIWant to get into the boat-building industry?
Hooker Boats also has an opportunity available for an Apprentice Composite Technician – Certificate III in Technical Composites.If you're mechanically minded, practical, keen to learn and would rather build something with your hands than spend all day behind a desk, this could be your opportunity to start a career in the composites and marine industry.You'll learn the skills involved in composite manufacturing and boat construction while working alongside experienced tradespeople and becoming part of the Hooker Boats team.No previous fibreglass experience?
That's okay for the apprentice position — we're looking for the right attitude, willingness to learn and someone who is ready to get stuck in.Why Hooker Boats?
At Hooker Boats, we don't just build boats — we build them properly.We're a hands‐on team that takes pride in what we produce.
You'll be working alongside people who know their stuff, in an environment where hard work, a valuable attitude and a bit of humour are appreciated.If you're an experienced laminator looking for your next opportunity — or you're ready to start your career in composites — we'd love to hear from you.Think you've got what it takes?
Bring your skills, your work ethic and your sense of humour.We'll supply the fibreglass.
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