Boatyard Services Manager
Gippsland Ports is a provider of waterway management, dredging, marine infrastructure and asset management services along the Gippsland coast from Anderson Inlet to Mallacoota.
We are currently seeking a dynamic, commercially focused and appropriately experienced person to provide operational and service leadership for Gippsland Ports Boatyard services. This position will lead day‑to‑day operations at Paynesville Boatyard and provides oversight of Bullock Island Boatyard and remote slipway sites, to ensure safe, customer‑focused and coordinated service delivery of these commercial facilities, including commercial performance, business development, safety and environmental compliance.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong commercial acumen, high customer service values, excellent knowledge of the marine repair industry, experience in managing a large operational workforce and relevant qualifications and/or equivalent skills and experience.
Enquiries about this position should be directed to Tom Weatherall, Executive Manager Infrastructure and Operations on 0439 562 015 or (03) 5150 0500.
To be considered for this position, candidates must address the key selection criteria found within the position description.
For a full position description and application details, please visit our website www.gippslandports.vic.gov.au/employment.php or phone Jaine Watt, Human Resources Coordinator on 0417 489 936.
Applications close Sunday, 26 April 2026
Gippsland Ports
Paynesville VIC 3880
Gippsland Ports manages some of Australia’s most iconic waterways, stretching from Anderson Inlet to Mallacoota. They are responsible for the essential infrastructure and safety services that support our local fishing, tourism, and boating industries. From maintaining jetties to environmental management, the team plays a vital role in keeping Gippsland’s 1,400 square kilometers of ports safe and accessible for the community. Joining Gippsland Ports means building a career that directly impacts the region's future. The team is known for its resourceful "can-do" attitude and a culture focused on safety and collaboration. It is a unique workplace where professional growth is matched by a great regional lifestyle, perfect for those who are passionate about our local maritime environment and serving the community.
