Apprentice Coach Builder

About the Role

SeaLink K'gari Tours and Marine, are seeking a confident and dedicated Coach Builder Apprentice ready to commence a foundation in the automotive manufacturing industry.

This apprenticeship is a fantastic way to gain the skills, knowledge and experience in the production of bus, vehicle, vessel and trailer and components manufacture. Upon completion, you will obtain the qualification of Certificate III in Automotive Manufacturing Technical Operations - Bus, Truck and Trailer.

Based at our Urangan workshop, you will work with and learn from a great team of qualified tradespersons who take pride in the delivery of fleet building and maintenance. The team's main goal is to deliver a fully operational fleet of vehicles to provide our guests an amazing experience across the beautiful Island of K'gari.

This apprenticeship is a permanent basis, working 76 hours per fortnight including the periodical attendance at an independent educational institute. Our ideal candidate is living in Hevery Bay or its surrounds, is willing to commute from time to time and has a positive 'can do' attitude.

Key Role Requirements

• Actively follow all Workplace Health & Safety procedures and practices consistent with legislative requirements and regulations
• Provide automotive manufacturing, installs and repairs on buses, plant & equipment, vessels and a range of different vehicles
• Fabrication of panels
• Perform welding, cutting of metals and other materials
• Install automotive systems, components and accessories
• Paint vehicle chassis and panels

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Keen interest in automotive manufacturing of vehicles, trailers, vessels, busses
• Keen interest in welding and metal fabrication
• Keen interest in workshop operations and associated tools and equipment
• Good communication written and verbal
• Team player with a willingness to learn and develop
• QLD Driver's licence preferred or willingness to obtain
• Demonstrated ability to engage in physical work

The Benefits - conditions apply

• $1,000 SeaLink Employee Travel Allowance to help you explore Australia
• Exclusive Discounts: 25% off resort dining, bars, retail and spa
• Employee Training Programs
• Recognition Programs
• Free K'gari Explorer Tours on K'gari
• Free travel to K'gari on barges

About Us

K'gari is a World Heritage listed island off Australia's Eastern Queensland coast, is the world's largest sand island, stretching over 120km. With cool towering rainforests to walk through and explore, over 100 freshwater lakes to swim in, including the iconic Lake McKenzie and Lake Wabby, and an amazing beach highway, where else would you rather be.

SeaLink K'gari is part of SeaLink Marine & Tourism, one of Australia's largest marine and tourism businesses with 11 business units across six states and territories, connecting our customers to many of Australia's most beautiful island destinations and brilliant experiences.

With globally recognised brands such as SeaLink, Captain Cook Cruises and Kingfisher Bay Resort we are a team who go beyond what others will do and are invested in supporting the communities and customers we serve.

SeaLink Marine and Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia's largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, USA, Singapore, London and the Channel Islands.

How to Apply

Click APPLY to complete an application including your current resume and a cover letter identifying why you are the right fit for this position.

Applicants for this position will be required to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position, as each application will be considered on its merits.

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.