OUTBOARD MARINE MECHANIC

Tasks and responsibilities:

studying plans and specifications, and preparing templates and scale plans for fabrication and cutting of hull sections

marking reference points and lines on dry docks and slipways

checking position and functioning of slipway apparatus

assembling shells of boats and erecting hull sections of ship

erecting and preparing launching platforms, conducting pre-launch tests and supervising launching procedures

installing masts, frames, decking, fittings, machines, shafts and safety equipment

building and installing structures such as cabins, machine mountings, propeller supports and rudders

determining repair requirements and procedures

may make hull moulds and fabricate and repair vessels using materials such as aluminum, wood, glass, reinforced plastics, carbon fibre, Kevlar, fiberglass and concrete

Requirements

Minimum experience as an Outboard Marine Mechanic for 3-5 years

Benefits