Job Description
Norshipis a Northern Australian based privately owned and operated company with a long and successful history in; Ship Repair; Heavy Industry; Engineering; Repair & Maintenance and In Service Support. Norship operates across Northern Australia from locations in Cairns and Darwin.
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Norship has continued to grow into the highly respected Marine and Engineering services business that it is today, with a trusted reputation for delivering superior service, reliability, quality and specialist marine repair, engineering, in service support and maintenance and repair solutions.
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Norship takes pride in having supported Northern Australian Maritime & Heavy Industries and the broader Far Northern community for more than 40 years. As a proud member of the Varley Group, we offer the stability, resources, and opportunities that come with being part of one of Australia's leading privately owned companies
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Norship is looking for Mechanical Engineers and Naval Architects at an early stage in their career—from final-year undergraduate through to approximately 5–6 years' experience.
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This is a hands-on engineering role within a shipyard environment, supporting vessel repair and maintenance. It is not a management position—we are seeking individuals who are eager to learn, contribute, and develop strong practical engineering capability.
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A key differentiator of this role is direct access to highly experienced engineers and exposure to real-world engineering problems from day one. Candidates will gain hands-on experience that is not typically available in consultancy or office-based roles.
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We place robust emphasis on attitude, work ethic, and coachability.



Candidates who are motivated to learn and develop under experienced guidance will thrive in this environment.
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We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and value different pathways into engineering, provided there is a strong foundation and a willingness to learn.
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Duties will & responsibilities
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Support vessel repair, maintenance, and upgrade activities within an active shipyard environment
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Assist with the assessment, diagnosis, and resolution of mechanical and structural issues on a range of vessels
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Contribute to engineering investigations, including root cause analysis of equipment and system failures
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Work closely with experienced engineers and trades personnel to deliver practical, fit-for-purpose engineering solutions
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Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to support project execution
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Assist in the development of repair scopes, work instructions, and technical reports
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Conduct on-site inspections, measurements, and condition assessments of shipboard systems and structures
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Provide engineering support during vessel docking, refit, and maintenance periods
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Liaise with internal teams to support timely and efficient project delivery
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Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
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Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within the shipyard and engineering processes
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Actively engage in learning and professional development, building practical engineering capability under guidance from senior engineers
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Applicants must pass pre-employment Drug & Alcohol testing.
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📌 Mechanical Engineers/ Naval Architects (Queensland)
🏢 G H Varley Pty
📍 Queensland