Apprentice Outboard Motor Mechanic

Port O’ Call Boating – Warana, Sunshine Coast

Port O’ Call Boating is looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Marine Mechanic to join our team at our Warana workshop on the Sunshine Coast.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is mechanically minded, enjoys working with boats and engines, and wants to build a long-term career in the marine industry.

About the Role

Working alongside experienced marine technicians, you will receive hands-on training across a wide range of marine mechanical work, including:

• Servicing and repairing 2-stroke and 4-stroke outboard motors
• Assisting with engine diagnostics and fault finding
• Outboard motor installation and rigging
• Steering, control and electrical system installation
• Routine and logbook servicing
• Water pump, fuel system and ignition system maintenance
• Boat and trailer inspections
• Trailer bearing, hub and braking system servicing
• General workshop duties and equipment maintenance

You will gain practical experience working on a variety of outboard motor brands, with particular exposure to Tohatsu outboards.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine interest in boats, outboard motors and mechanical work
• Is reliable, punctual and willing to learn
• Takes pride in producing quality work
• Has good attention to detail
• Can follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Has good communication skills
• Is comfortable using hand and power tools
• Has a current driver's licence, or is working towards obtaining one
• Is physically capable of carrying out normal workshop duties

Previous mechanical experience is helpful but not essential. School leavers and applicants looking to begin a career in the marine industry are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

• A recognised apprenticeship with practical, hands-on training
• Experience servicing and repairing modern outboard motors
• Training from experienced marine technicians
• Varied work across engines, boats, trailers, electrical systems and rigging
• A friendly, established marine workshop
• Opportunity to develop into a qualified Marine Mechanic
• Long-term career opportunities within the marine industry

About Port O’ Call Boating

Port O’ Call Boating is an established marine business located in Warana on the Sunshine Coast. We specialise in outboard motors, boat packages, marine servicing, boat trailer servicing, spare parts and marine accessories.

Our workshop services customers throughout the Sunshine Coast and surrounding areas, while our online marine parts business supplies customers Australia-wide.

Apply Now

If you enjoy working with your hands, have an interest in engines and boating, and are keen to learn a skilled trade, we would like to hear from you.

Please send your resume and a short cover letter outlining why you would like to become a Marine Mechanic.

Port O’ Call Boating
Warana – Sunshine Coast, QLD

Start your career in the marine industry with Port O’ Call Boating.

To be eligible for an apprenticeship or traineeship you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have full working rights.