ABOUT US
Dongara Marine is a leading company in Western Australia’s boat building and maintenance industry. With a highly experienced management team and a skilled, diverse workforce, we deliver a full range of services including new vessel construction, repairs, modifications, and ongoing support for both commercial and government clients.
Following our recent move from Dongara to our purpose-built facility in Geraldton, we are continuing to grow and are looking to strengthen our team with several key roles.
We offer:
Competitive salary – your skills and experience will be rewarded with an attractive pay package
Job security – join a well-established and forward-thinking company with strong ongoing contracts
Work/life balance – we value our people and promote a healthy balance to ensure you perform at your best

ABOUT THE ROLE An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Carpenter to join our expanding team.
In this role, you will be involved in:

- Perform TIG welding of aluminium and stainless-steel components for new vessel construction, refits, repairs, and modifications.
- Manufacture, fabricate, fit-up, assemble, and install structural and mechanical vessel components in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and welding procedures.
- Interpret technical drawings, fabrication schedules, and work instructions to ensure accurate construction and compliance with quality standards.
- Fabricate and install marine pipework, handrails, brackets, supports, frames, hull components, fuel systems, water systems, hydraulic systems, and other vessel structures using pipe bending and fabrication equipment.
- Undertake mechanical repairs, maintenance, refurbishment works, and vessel docking activities as required.




- Conduct planned preventative maintenance and respond to equipment and vessel breakdowns in a timely and effective manner.
- Complete vessel fit-outs and assist with the installation and integration of onboard systems and equipment during new builds and refurbishment projects.
- Repair, modify, and maintain existing vessels and associated marine equipment while ensuring high standards of workmanship and structural integrity.
- Operate hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, workshop machinery, and fabrication equipment safely and efficiently.
- Inspect completed fabrication, welding, and assembly work to ensure compliance with marine industry standards, dimensional requirements, and quality specifications.
- Manage materials and resources efficiently to ensure projects are completed within required timeframes and budgets.
- Work independently and collaboratively with team members, supervisors, and other trades to support production and maintenance activities across the marine fleet.
- Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE), quality management systems, company policies, procedures, and relevant industry standards at all times.

ABOUT YOU:
Our ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:

- Trade qualification in Welding/Fabrication (Highly Desirable)
- 5 years trade experience in a similar role (Highly desirable)
- Elevated Work Platform (Desirable)
- Confined Space Entry (Desirable)
- Can work within a team.
- Can work unsupervised.
- Have good written and verbal communication skills.
- Meet strict deadlines.

Salary: $80,000 -$90,000
Dongara Marine believes that its greatest asset is its people and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, encourages applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Job Type: Full time

Pay: $80,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Education:

- Certificate I - IV (Preferred)

Experience:

- Welding: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Welder/Fabricator First Class (West End)
🏢 Dongara Marine
📍 West End