About Tydra
Tydra is an Australian marine technology business focused on developing innovative solutions for the future of boating and marine transport.
We’re looking for a Production Lead to help build Tydra’s watercraft from the ground up.
The Role
This is a hands on, build focused role within a small team.
You’ll be directly involved in the day-to-day production of Tydra watercraft, assembling, fitting, installing, testing and problem solving, while helping organise and improve how we build.
You’ll work closely with engineering and the broader team to deliver high quality watercraft.
What You’ll Do
- Take ownership of day-to-day production and build activities.
- Be hands-on across assembly, fitting, installation, fabrication, finishing and testing.
- Build watercraft and components alongside the team.
- Plan and coordinate build activities to keep projects moving.
- Work from drawings, plans, BOMs and technical documentation.
- Identify and solve production and build issues.
- Work closely with engineering to improve designs and build processes.
- Help establish efficient, repeatable production processes as Tydra grows.
- Maintain high standards of safety, quality and workmanship.
- Manage materials, tools and equipment required for builds.
- Support prototype builds, testing and on-water trials.
- Continuously look for better, faster and smarter ways to build.
- Take ownership of getting the job done from start to finish.
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing, production, fabrication, assembly or a similar hands-on environment.
- Strong practical skills and a genuine passion for building things.
- Comfortable being on the tools and actively involved in production every day.
- Able to read and work from drawings and technical documentation.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Practical, resourceful and able to work things out.
- Comfortable working across different disciplines and learning new skills.
- Able to work independently and take ownership.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Comfortable working in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.
Ideally, You’ll Also Have
- Experience in marine, automotive, manufacturing, engineering or a similar industry.
- Experience building boats, vehicles, complex products or assemblies.
- Mechanical, electrical or fabrication experience.
- Experience with prototype or low-volume production.
- Experience working with engineering teams.
- An interest in marine technology, electrification and innovation.
Why Tydra?
This is an opportunity to be one of the people actually building the product.
You’ll work hands-on across production, assembly, engineering, testing and continuous improvement, helping take Tydra watercraft from concept through to real-world use.
