Annual Salary between $78,800 to $90,866 plus superannuation and income protection
Become part of a team responsible for the maintenance and construction of marine structures, buildings and associated civil works.
Infrastructure Maintenance Team Member
About Us
At GeelongPort our success depends on us taking shared ownership. We support each other by sharing resources and navigating challenges, taking responsibility to build a culture of teamwork where everyone can feel they belong.
With over 100 years of maritime history and experience behind us, GeelongPort is a critical enabler for the Victorian economy supporting more than 1,800 jobs and contributing to the economic and social fabric of the Geelong region.
Based at Corio Quay in North Geelong, we value partnering with our customers and community to deliver a safe and sustainable port that drives growth and prosperity for Geelong and the regions we connect to.
As Victoria’s Premier bulk port, GeelongPort manages 12 million tonnes of cargo and $7 billion of trade annually with over 600 vessel visits per year. Shipping activity is linked to key agricultural trades that underpin food production, construction inputs to support Victoria’s building industry and 50 per cent of the state’s fuel needs.
GeelongPort provides employees with essential support through all stages of life, by offering:
- 16 weeks paid primary and 4 weeks paid secondary parental leave.
- Multiple initiatives in place to promote career development and further your career opportunities.
GeelongPort is proudly a WORK180 endorsed Employer for all women.
About the role
Reporting to the Infrastructure Team Manager, you will be part of a team responsible for the maintenance and construction of marine structures, buildings and associated civil works in line with safety and quality procedures.
Key duties and responsibilities will include:
- Maintain marine structures including pile repairs and replacement, concrete repairs, timber componentry replacement, quick release hook maintenance
- Maintain wharf buildings including basic carpentry, painting, general maintenance & ad hoc repairs as required
- Construct marine structures, buildings and civil infrastructure
- Operate plant and equipment including cranes, forklifts, earth moving equipment, tip trucks, workshop tools & equipment
- Compliance to company HSEQ policies and procedures at all times
- High focus for meeting customer’s expectations
This role will offer you exposure to all aspects of GeelongPort’s operations. GeelongPort will allow you to diversify your experience, with exposure to the maritime industry.
About your experience
Ideally you will be a trade qualified Boilermaker with experience working within the building and construction industry, but not mandatory. You will have a strong commitment to safety in the workplace, sustainability and the environment.
Essential skills for the role include:
- A solid commitment to safety in the workplace
- Strong commitment to sustainability and the environment
- Trade qualified
- Competent in the use of workshop equipment and tools
- Ability to develop & maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders
- Proficient written & communication skills
- Strong work ethic
- Able to work autonomously
- Proactive approach to resolving issues through lateral thinking
- Computer skills
Other desirable skills, licences & competencies include:
- MR or HR Licence
- Coxswains Certificate
- High Risk Work Licence
- Forklift (LF)
- Non-Slewing Mobile Crane (CN)
- Elevated Work Platform (WP)
- Dogging (DG)
- Basic or Intermediate Scaffold (SB or SI)
If you don't match the experience above 100%, or are unsure if this is right for you, that’s ok! We would still love for you to apply.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to building a workforce that represents the diverse society in which we live and work. We recognise the increasing importance of flexible work arrangements and family friendly work practices to enable and maintain a diverse, adaptive and high performing workforce.
GeelongPort is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation.
Closing Date
Applications close on 4 December 2023.
Next Steps
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