Senior Composite Technician - Boat Builder
We are recruiting on behalf of Australia's most awarded luxury motor yacht manufacturer for highly experienced and dedicated Senior Composite Technicians to join their talented team.
Our client is a global leader in the boat manufacturing industry, delivering innovative designs, exceptional performance, and uncompromising quality to customers worldwide. They are seeking hard-working professionals with a passion for continuous improvement.
This permanent opportunity offers the chance to build your career with a company that values loyalty and craftsmanship, working on exciting new models at the forefront of luxury yacht manufacturing.
Skills & Experience Required
- Experience in Resin Infusion processes and implementing advanced composite technologies
- Extensive experience operating a Gelcoater and/or Chopper Gun
- Extensive experience in gelcoat repairs, sanding, buffing, and polishing
- Experience in all aspects of detailing and buffing
- Excellent hand tool skills and machinery experience
- Flexibility to move within lamination areas and multi-task
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and work well within a team environment
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude and pride in workmanship
Lamination: Open Moulding
- Read and interpret technical drawings
- Prepare moulds, including applying release agents
- Perform gelcoat taping and assemble additional parts
- Laminate fiberglass components to lamination schedules (flybridges, hardtops, hulls, decks, and small parts)
- Perform in-line inspections to minimize quality issues
- Install structural materials including wood, aluminium flat bar, foam, and core mat
- Handle hazardous chemicals such as catalyst, resin, gelcoat, and structural adhesives
Lamination: Closed Moulding
- Read and interpret technical drawings
- Perform mould care, preparation, upkeep, and repair activities
- Laminate fiberglass components to lamination schedules (flybridges, hardtops, and small parts)
- Pack pre-cut digital kitted composite fabrics into moulds
- Install vacuums and feed lines, and apply vacuum bags
- De-mould parts
- Perform in-line inspections to minimize quality issues
