Bridge and wharf carpenter / marine construction professionals

We're adding carpenters to the crew for a busy summer of residential and civil marine work. The work is outdoors, often on the barge or over water, in a small crew.

Key responsibilities

Jetty, wharf, pontoon and boardwalk builds

Marine piling

Formwork and concrete

Timber, steel and FRP installation

Repairs and maintenance on marine structures

About you

Trade qualification in carpentry, or solid experience in bridge and wharf carpentry, formwork or marine construction

White Card and driver's licence

Reliable, safety-minded and careful with your work

Happy with early starts and travel within NSW

Useful if you have or are working toward: Dogging or rigging, Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal or higher, HR licence, C6 crane

About us

M&J; Marine Services is a family-owned marine and civil contractor based in Port Stephens.



Since 2018 we have built and repaired jetties, wharves, pontoons, seawalls and boardwalks across NSW for councils, state agencies, ports and private owners.

$45 to $55 per hour plus super, depending on experience and qualifications, above the Building and Construction General On-site Award

Casual for the first six months, then full time for those who perform, with a guaranteed 76 paid hours a fortnight

Steady work through summer, with busy weeks often running to 50 hours

Penalty rates for weekend and shift work

Training and ticket support, and the chance to learn the marine side of construction

Varied work, from private jetties to government infrastructure

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📌 Bridge and wharf carpenter / marine construction professionals (Newcastle)
🏢 M and J Marine Services
📍 Newcastle