Explore the Marine Industry

DISCOVER CAREERS IN
THE MARINE INDUSTRY

Explore the diverse pathways that power Australia’s boating and maritime sector

The marine industry offers diverse and rewarding pathways from hands-on trades to high-tech innovation. Supporting Australia’s thriving boating and maritime sectors.

Marine Trades & Technical

Boatbuilding, marine mechanics, shipbuilding, advanced composite manufacture, electrical, welding, rigging, marine trimming, sailmaking, marine upholstery, and marine cabinet making.

These roles support the backbone of vessel construction, repair and maintenance across Australia.

Maritime Operations

Commercial crew, Superyacht crew, port operations, marina staff, surveyors, and operations officers.

These careers keep Australia’s maritime transport, superyacht, and commercial marine operations running safely and efficiently.

Marina Operations

Dockhands, berthing coordinators, guest services teams, maintenance personnel, and operational support roles.

These positions ensure marina environments operate reliably, coordinating vessel activity, maintaining facilities, and supporting seamless daily operations on the water.

Design, Innovation & Technology

Naval architecture, composites, CAD design, electrification, and sustainability-focused marine technology.

These careers drive innovation in vessel design, materials, and environmentally responsible marine solutions.

Business & Tourism

Brokerage and boat sales, marina management, retail, customer service, and charter operations.

These roles are essential to Australia’s vibrant recreational boating and marine tourism sectors.

Defence & Naval

Naval shipbuilding, defence engineering, technical specialists, maritime systems roles, and support personnel.

These careers support Australia’s defence maritime capability, ensuring vessels, systems, and operations are delivered with precision, reliability, and strength.

DOWNLOAD MARINE JOBS CAREER GUIDE

For a more detailed look at careers and jobs, download our Marine Careers Guide.

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Marine Industry
Careers Guide

The Marine Jobs Careers Guide is your all-in-one resource for navigating the marine industry. Inside you’ll find:

Full overview of industry sectors.

Entry pathways and training options including apprenticeships and traineeships.

Career snapshots and real stories.

Skills in demand across Australia.

Information on TAFE Courses and Registered Training Organisations.