Port Worker (Boatyards)

Ongoing Full-time, Paynesville

Gippsland Ports is a provider of waterway management, dredging, marine infrastructure and asset management services along the Gippsland coast from Anderson Inlet to Mallacoota. We also operate boatyards at Lakes Entrance and Paynesville, offering vessel lifting and slipping facilities and a full range of repair and maintenance services.

We currently have a vacancy for an ongoing full-time position of Port Worker (Boatyards) based in Paynesville.  The position assists with performing quality maintenance, repairs and services on commercial and recreational vessels.

Applicants with experience in vessel repair, including the professional application of marine coatings and finishes, spray painting, and fibreglass repairs, are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants with relevant transferable skills and professional experience are also encouraged to apply, even if they do not have marine industry experience.

Enquiries about this position should be directed to the Boatyards Services Manager, Kayne Heller on 0438 652 108.

To be considered for the above position, candidates are encouraged to address the key selection criteria found within the relevant position description.

For full position descriptions and application details, please visit our website www.gippslandports.vic.gov.au/employment.php  or phone on Jaine Watt, Human Resources Coordinator on (03) 5150 0500.

Applications for this position close on Sunday 25 October 2026.