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A Shipwright builds and repairs ships and other maritime vessels. You might construct new vessels or fit out existing ships with cabins, decks, masts and other features. A Shipwright may specialise in a particular type of vessel or you may work in a particular maritime industry.
A Shipwright should have strong technical skills and may have to adapt their abilities to suit the needs of individual customers. It’s important you have strong attention to detail and can work with drawings and specifications. A Shipwright should be able to work as part of a team and communicate well with people from a range of backgrounds.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Shipwright.
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The MEM30719 Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction is part of a trade apprenticeship in boat building and is delivered under the guidance of a qualified tradesperson. Starting with the basics, you will learn technical drawing, CAD technologies, engineering measurements and computations, using hand and precision tools, as well as workplace safety and team communication. At the same time you will be engaged in actual boat construction while developing a full range of technical skills including precision assembly, soldering, mechanical and thermal cutting, using fillers and resins, and different types of welding. Enquire now for the list of study units, graduation competencies, and enrolment centres near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
In Australia, a full time Shipwright generally earns $1,200 per week ($62,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this field has remained stable in recent years. There are currently 810 people employed as a Shipwright in Australia, compared to 850 five years ago. A Shipwright may find work in areas of Australia where maritime activities are common.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Shipwright. This course will develop your skills with technical drawing, CAD technologies, engineering measurements and computations and using hand and precision tools.
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Here are some potential career pathways within maritime. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Maritime
Assistant Shipwright
$960 weekly pay
Coxswain
$865 weekly pay
Deckhand
General Purpose Hand
Second Engineer
Boat Builder
$1,200 weekly pay
Chief Cook
$1,050 weekly pay
Chief Engineer
$1,350 weekly pay
Engineer Watchkeeper
Marine Engineer
$1,600 weekly pay
Marine Mechanic
$1,250 weekly pay
Marine Surveyor
$1,440 weekly pay
Sea Captain
Ship Mate
Shipwright
Watchkeeper Deck Officer
Master Mariner
Naval Architect
$1,730 weekly pay
Ship Master
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