NSW Marine Industry Careers Guide

Do you want a career in the boating industry?

The boating industry values people with a wide range of backgrounds and with diverse skills, and can offer the opportunity to work with local, national and international companies.  In such a dynamic and diverse industry there is no end to the opportunities available; from small craft construction to super yachts and beyond; from engines to sails; from boat building to fit out and repair and maintenance; from marine equipment to marine electronics; from sales and marketing to management; from marina services and management to marine tourism.
 
The Boating Industry of NSW as developed a Marine Industry Careers Guide to help you identify the types of jobs available to you and the training you can get to help you pursue a career in the industry. Click here to download the guide. If you would like a copy to be sent to you, email training@bia.org.au with your name and address, or call (02) 9438 2077 and request a copy.

 
Starting out
If you have a passion for boats and boating, this careers guide is your first port of call in deciding on a career path that will suit your interest and abilities.  Talk to your careers advisor or marine teacher, your family and friends, and approach marine businesses in your area.  Always keep an eye on ‘jobs vacant’ sections in industry press and on the internet.

Click here to view Jobs Vacant listings placed by BIA members. You can also place a ‘Job Wanted’ notice specifying your area of interest.  Click here to list a notice on the BIA website.


BIA Boating Cadetship
Are you about to leave school and want to get into the boating industry?  The BIA Boating Cadetship Program could be just the thing to kick-start your career.  Click here to find out more.

Apprenticeships and Traineeships
Click here to find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.