Marine Mechanic

Job No: 291643
Location: Fremantle, WA

  • Work on commercial and private vessels across WA’s most stunning coastal locations
  • $55/hr + FIFO uplift + travel, meals, and full accommodation covered
  • Join a growing, close-knit team with opportunities to progress
  • Enjoy varied hands-on work with autonomy and job security

About Jetwave Quayside

Jetwave Quayside is a dynamic and growing business operating along Western Australia’s beautiful coastline. With a strong reputation in marine operations, we provide mechanical and technical support to a diverse fleet of commercial vessels across Fremantle, Dampier, Exmouth, and the Pilbara region.

Our team is small, tight-knit, and committed to doing high-quality work — offering the chance to grow with us as the company expands. We provide real opportunities for hands-on tradespeople to develop their careers in marine mechanics while contributing to a business that values initiative, versatility, and hard work.

Whether servicing vessels in Fremantle or flying out to remote breakdowns, we’re proud to deliver reliable service with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and client satisfaction.

For more information, please visit our website: https://jetwavequayside.com.au/

About the Opportunity

Jetwave Quayside is looking for a full-time Marine Mechanic based in Fremantle, WA.

You’ll be responsible for diagnosing and repairing fleet vessels and shore-based assets across local and remote sites.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Performing mechanical diagnostics and repairs to fleet vessels and shore-based assets
  • Conducting preventative maintenance and vessel docking works
  • Troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and diesel engine issues
  • Servicing and maintaining jet units and outboard engines
  • Fault finding and repairing 24V electrical systems
  • Responding to vessel breakdowns across the Pilbara, North West, and Perth ports
  • Maintaining documentation through Helm & Simpro Portals
  • Upholding HSE policies, procedures, and marine safety standards
  • Participating in both local and FIFO scopes of work (uplift applies for remote work)

About You

To qualify, you will need a Mechanical Trade Certificate with extensive diesel engine experience. A minimum of 2-3 years post-trade experience is strongly preferred.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

  • Marine experience
  • Hydraulics and fitter knowledge
  • Hands-on experience with outboard engines and jet units
  • 24V electrical troubleshooting
  • White Card (Construction Induction Safety Certificate)
  • Valid Australian Driver’s Licence
  • Willingness to travel at short notice and work autonomously in the field

As our ideal candidate, you will be a proactive problem-solver who thrives in hands-on environments and enjoys client-facing work. You’ll need to be adaptable, technically competent across multiple systems, and capable of managing complex breakdowns solo while on-site.

This is a role for someone who enjoys variety, takes ownership, and values being part of a professional, practical, and down-to-earth team.

About the Benefits

In return for your expertise and commitment, Jetwave Quayside offers:

  • A competitive hourly rate of $55/hour
  • Uplift pay when travelling to remote locations
  • All FIFO travel, accommodation, and meals fully covered
  • Company car for local Perth work
  • Laptop and phone allowance
  • Relocation assistance considered for the right candidate (with a 12-month commitment)
  • A collaborative, tight-knit team culture with casual social events
  • Career development opportunities for those ready to take initiative

If you’re ready to step into a challenging, rewarding marine mechanic role with the support of a team that values your skills — Apply today and join Jetwave Quayside!

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Who We Are

Jetwave Quayside, a member of the Jetwave Group, is a leading family-owned business in Western Australia that specialises in marine engineering, trade services, and quayside support.

With a strong reputation for excellence and reliability, we provide tailored solutions in blast and paint applications, protective coatings, asset integrity management, fabrication, mechanical services, and hydraulic system and component repairs.

Driven by a commitment to excellence, we uphold core values of integrity, innovation, safety, collaboration, customer satisfaction, professionalism, environmental stewardship, adaptability, and community engagement.

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