Group
Occupation

399931 Boat Builder and Repairer

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

399931 Boat Builder and Repairer

Builds, repairs and modifies boats.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Specialisations

  • Rigger (Boat)
  • Yacht Builder

Skill level: 3

Main tasks

  • Reads, analyses and interprets technical drawings and plans for boat construction
  • Builds and repairs boats using various materials such as wood, fibreglass, carbon fibre, metal, glass, reinforced plastic and Kevlar
  • Modifies boat designs and structures to meet customer requirements
  • Installs and fits out boat interiors including cabinetry, fixtures and fittings
  • Completes rigging fit out of new boat builds
  • Repairs and replaces damaged or worn-out boat parts and components to ensure the boat is seaworthy
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