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An initiative of the Boating Industry Association of Victoria (BIAV). Our objective is to bridge the gap between industry demand and available skilled workers by providing training, education, employment opportunities and a pathway to the industry.
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Marine Mechanic
Marine Mechanic
Marine Mechanic
Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology
- Type: Apprenticeship
- Code: AUR30520
- Length: 3ys
- Campus: Kangan Docklands
The Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology (AUR30520) will equip you with skills in maintenance, repair, and diagnostic testing of marine engines. It will provide you the knowledge and skills to gain employment work
Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology
- Type: Apprenticeship
- Code: AUR30520
- Length: 3ys
- Campus: Kangan Docklands
The Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology (AUR30520) will equip you with skills in maintenance, repair, and diagnostic testing of marine engines. It will provide you the knowledge and skills to gain employment working with boat engines and other mechanical equipment in the retail service and repair sector in the marine industry.
If you are enrolling in this course as part of an apprenticeship, you must have employment in the relevant industry before commencing the course.
Marine Trimming
Marine Mechanic
Marine Mechanic
Certificate III in Auto and Marine Trimming Technology
- Type: Apprenticeship
- Code: AUR32320
- Length: 3yrs
- Campus: Holmesglen Chadston
The primary goal of this certificate program is to equip apprentices with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in automotive and marine trimming. This includes working with materials like upholstery, leath
Certificate III in Auto and Marine Trimming Technology
- Type: Apprenticeship
- Code: AUR32320
- Length: 3yrs
- Campus: Holmesglen Chadston
The primary goal of this certificate program is to equip apprentices with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in automotive and marine trimming. This includes working with materials like upholstery, leather, vinyl, and fabrics.
Participants will learn various aspects of the trade, including the fabrication and installation of upholstery for vehicle and marine interiors. They will become adept at working with materials like leather, vinyl, and fabrics, as well as understanding patterns and templates for cutting and shaping.
The program places a strong emphasis on hands-on experience. Apprentices will gain practical expertise in fabricating and fitting interiors for vehicles and boats. This includes tasks such as sewing, cutting, and moulding materials.
There is a consistent demand for skilled automotive and marine trimmers, as the automotive and marine industries continue to grow and evolve.
The AUR32320 Certificate III in Automotive and Marine Trimming Technology is nationally recognized and adheres to industry standards and accreditation requirements.
In summary, this program offers a thorough and practical education in automotive and marine trimming, preparing apprentices for a successful career in this specialised field.
Boat Building
Marine Mechanic
Boat Building
Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction
- Type: Apprenticeship
- Code: MEM30719
- Length: 4yrs
- Campus: GoTafe Broadmeadows
Whether you have sailing in your blood or have recently found a passion for shipbuilding, marine craft construction is an excellent career for anyone who loves building things with their hands.
Learn to fix and build compone
Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction
- Type: Apprenticeship
- Code: MEM30719
- Length: 4yrs
- Campus: GoTafe Broadmeadows
Whether you have sailing in your blood or have recently found a passion for shipbuilding, marine craft construction is an excellent career for anyone who loves building things with their hands.
Learn to fix and build components and assemble boats. Our expert trainers will support students both in class and in the workplace and give them the technical know-how to shine in this specialist field.
The skills participants will gain with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of marine craft construction work, including undertaking manufacturing and repairs of boats in fiber-reinforced plastics, timber and metal and marine/boat yard operations, fitting out of internal and external components of vessels and installation of engineering drive systems.
This course is delivered as an apprenticeship.
Enhancing Education and Industry Skills Outcomes
Objective
The boating industry hinges on a skilled workforce, and one of our primary challenges is the prevalent skill shortages. While the industry encompasses numerous professions, trades, and roles, our focal point needs to be on new apprentices in marine mechanics, marine trimming, and boat building. Boating Careers aims to raise awareness about the diverse roles and lifestyles within the marine sector, ranging from top executives in major marine manufacturing to hands-on roles like boat yard workers, boat club operations, fishing charter skippering, and various trades through apprenticeships.
Recognising the existing gaps in course provisions, Boating Careers aims to address these shortcomings and preparing the industry for future demand. This is a long-term initiative of the BIAV. The boating industry requires a skilled workforce if it is to thrive as prescribed in this plan. Skill shortages are one of the biggest challenges facing our industry and whilst there are a plethora of industry related professions, trades and roles, the area where BIAV should be able to have the most impact, is in the apprenticeship aspects of the industry. For that reason, we will emphasise apprenticeships in marine mechanics, marine trimming, and boat building as priorities.
At the same time, it will be important to build awareness and promote the many and varied roles and lifestyles that can be played out through a marine related career. This can of course range from a CEO of a major marine manufacturing business, to training people how to handle a powerboat, to working at a boat club, to skippering a fishing charter, and through to the various trades, through apprenticeships. There are some shortcomings in terms of course provision as this plan commences, and a skills shortage has been identified in many areas. This plan will aim to address this and better prepare the industry to meet the demand that is expected in the industry in coming years. This is a long-term initiative by the BIAV.
