WE’RE ALWAYS ON THE LOOK OUT FOR GOOD PEOPLE TO JOIN OUR LOCAL TEAM.
Would you like to be a part of a team that makes the best wake & ski boats in the world?
We have a variety of roles to suit different work preferences and strengths – there is sure to be something to suit you!
The skills and attributes that we look for include:
Enthusiasm, the willingness to learn and a can-do attitude
Fit, healthy and enjoy physical work
An eye for detail and the desire to do quality work
Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
The ability to work well in a team
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Technician Roles Available:
There are many different departments and areas that come together to make a complete boat. Below is an example of these different departments, along with an explanation of the opportunity and the candidates we tend to be on the lookout for. To apply, scroll down to the bottom of the page. Please tell us which role you’re interested in, along with attaching a recent resume. We look forward to discussing the opportunities further with you!
Spray Painter / Gel Coat Applicator
Gel coat application is one of the most important steps in making any Malibu or Axis boat & it takes a team of meticulous applicators to create the perfect finish. Key components of this work include:
Spraying/application of gel coat product to boat hull and deck moulds
Line and panel taping of boat moulds
Cleaning and waxing of boat moulds
To be successful you will have:
previous spray-painting experience (automotive painting experience a plus)
an eye for detail and pride yourself on producing high quality work
Laminator / Fibreglass Technician
Fibreglass Lamination is an important process in the initial stages of boatbuilding. It takes a team of meticulous applicators to get the finish just right. The lamination roles involve the spraying/application of lamination resins and fibreglass into boat molds, along with the setting of structural boat components into base hulls and decks.
To be successful you will need to have an eye for detail and like working in a team.
Upholsterer / Interior Assembly
This work involves the fitting of our custom-made vinyl outer layers ('skins') to various cushion, dash and interior panel components.
To be successful in this role you will:
have an eye for detail and a focus on quality
be able to use hand and power tools
have good hand-eye co-ordination
Interior / Structural Technician
In this role you will be using specialised machinery and tools to make the internal structures and panelling of the boats, such as the frameworks and housings for seating, engines and speakers.
To be successful in this role you will:
be able to use hand and power tools or have the aptitude to learn quickly
have good hand-eye co-ordination
Final Assembly
The roles in final assembly are involved in “putting the boats together”. Split into several workstations and utilising modern manufacturing practices, activities include mechanical fit-out and the installation of interiors and other finishing-touches.
Valued skills include:
Prior mechanical or assembly experience is useful
Experience in using hand and power tools is required (even on a hobby basis)
Good hand-eye co-ordination and an eye for detail
Workplace Health & Safety
Malibu takes staff health and safety seriously, along with your own health and safety. To work with us you must be willing to undergo a medical test as part of your application. This includes a physical assessment, along with a drug and alcohol screening.
Physical Requirements
In general, the physical requirements to perform duties across a given department may include:
Sanding, cutting with scissors and/or a razor knife, rolling, sweeping and cleaning duties, lifting and using electric hand tools, standing and walking for extended periods, grasping and pulling/pushing.
Physical Requirements will depend on the role being undertaken, and will be discussed with you during the application process.