Description
Be a tradie in the Navy ensuring ships are kept in peak working order, by maintaining auxiliary systems and welding the ship’s hull and structural fittings. Whether you already have a trade, you're an apprentice, or you have no experience at all, you'll be paid from day one.
As a Fabricator (known in the Navy as Marine Technician – Hull), you'll gain all the skills needed with extensive on-the-job trade training and get a Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication, with opportunities to obtain further qualifications (up to and including a Diploma). You may also be able to use your existing qualifications and be eligible for recognition of prior learning.
You’ll enjoy a competitive salary package, career stability, opportunities for continuous progression, and an adventurous lifestyle, all while making a difference to Australia.
Your duties include, but aren’t limited to maintaining:
Auxiliary systems
Freshwater generation plants
Stabilisers
Air compressors
Ship’s hull and structural fittings
You’ll enjoy a competitive salary package, career stability, opportunities for continuous progression, and an adventurous lifestyle, all while making a difference to Australia.
Benefits:
Competitive salary
Job security
Superannuation of 16.4% - 4.4% over the Australian average, meaning you can retire with more
Free medical and dental care
Get paid to train from day one - no experience required
Become a homeowner: get help to buy a home
Cheaper living: rent allowance or subsidised rental
Career progression and development opportunities
Travel and adventure
Free fitness facilities
Support for your family: subsidised healthcare, free access to on-base gyms and pools, family and community programs, resources for school transitions
Delicious chef made meals at sea
Balance of shore and sea postings
Salary:
Upon completion of your initial military and employment training, you’ll enjoy a salary package starting from $90,919.
Period of Service requirements:
General Entry Sailor roles now have an Initial Minimum Period of Service (IMPS) between 2 and 3 years for all applicants.
Eligibility:
For this role, you must be at least 17 at the time of enlistment, an Australian Citizen, and have passes in Year 10 English and Maths.
If you are not an Australian Citizen please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page to confirm you meet the requirements for a career in the ADF.
How to Apply:
Click ‘Quick Apply’ to express your interest and speak with a recruiter. An ADF Careers team member will call you within 5 business days.
Ready to apply now? Visit the link below to view the full position description and submit your application today.
https://www.adfcareers.gov.au/jobs/navy/fabricator
