At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Our Opportunity

Opportunity for a Shipwright to join our team based in Garden Island. You will be responsible for our day to day dock operations within our site and provide extensive trade skills within the group. In addition, you will support our Platform Services business within a multi resources team operation in various environments.

Great chance for someone with general labour skills to advance their career by working in the only dedicated dock team on the East Coast.

Responsibilities

The manufacture and docking cradle for vessels

Carry out docking & undocking of vessels in the graving dock safely.

Provide and maintain Support of the Ship Repair Services

Willingness to undertake multi skilled activities in all aspects of ship repair.

Comply with instructions given for own safety and health and that of others, in adhering to safe work procedures

About You

Certificate 3 Marine Craft Construction preferred

Possession of Boat licence, Coxswain ticket

EWP ticket

Forklift ticket

Confined Space ticket

Working at height ticket

Able to read drawings and line off

General experience in working within either a naval or industrial environment

Experience of docking set-ups or slipping of vessels and reading ships drawings

Good to Know

You’ll get an email acknowledgement after you’ve applied, Thales strives to provide a personalised experience for all suitable applicants.