General Laborer – Shipyard Operations
Locations: East River Shipyard and Lunenburg Shipyard
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Us
East River Shipyard and Lunenburg Shipyard are working shipyards serving commercial and recreational vessels throughout Nova Scotia. Our teams provide vessel services, maintenance, and operational support in a fast-paced marine environment. We are currently seeking dependable and hardworking General Labourers to support day-to-day shipyard operations.
Position Overview
General Labourers assist the shipyard service team with a variety of physical and operational tasks to help ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This position is well suited for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, working outdoors, and being part of a team environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist with general labour tasks throughout the marina and shipyard
- Support vessel service operations and shipyard activities
- Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment from trucks and vessels
- Transport materials and tools to and from work areas
- Maintain cleanliness of vessels, docks, piers, and work areas
- Sort and organize materials such as lumber, metals, and equipment
- Assist with yard maintenance and operational support tasks
- Maintain and store tools and equipment properly at the end of the workday
- Follow safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Perform other general duties as required to support shipyard operations
Qualifications
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in marine services, shipyard work, construction, or general labour considered an asset
- Experience handling tools, equipment, or heavy materials is beneficial
- Ability to perform physically demanding work and lift materials as required
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Preferred Skills
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Good time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work safely and efficiently under deadlines
- Basic understanding of marine or shipyard operations is considered an assetWork Environment
- Outdoor shipyard and marina environment
- Physical labour including lifting, carrying, and moving materials
- Working around vessels, docks, and marine equipment
- Safety training and required PPE provided
- Equipment operation experience
- Fork lift certification
- Fall arrest certification please
Work Environment
- Outdoor shipyard and marina environment
- Physical labour including lifting, carrying, and moving materials
- Working around vessels, docks, and marine equipment
- Safety training and required PPE provide
* salary based on experience and qualifications
Pay: $18.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:
- East River, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Labour: 1 year (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
