Austal’s Apprenticeship program is designed and purposed to develop a sustainable core workforce of journeypersons with the full body of on-the-job and trade knowledge necessary to fill vital workforce gaps.
If relocation is part of this adventure, it also has the potential of being very stressful. Austal offers generous Relocation Assistance Packages to qualifying candidates upon hire to alleviate anxiety associated with relocating. Customized to your individual needs, these plans are designed to make your family’s move comfortable and seamless as you begin your new position with Austal. Ask your Austal Recruiter for more details.
Aluminum ship construction is unique, therefore Austal offers post-hire, paid training programs custom designed to enhance your existing skills and increase your pay while actively working on our cutting edge programs. These individualized, one-on-one training curriculums are taught by instructors well versed in our unique requirements and procedures, and dedicated to building our workforce as well as our vessels. Those who complete training and successfully obtain their ABS Certification achieve a great sense of pride in craftsmanship and an ongoing commitment to first time quality.
Enhances existing aluminum welding skills for certification in A Class Aluminum CV Welding.
Designed for entry level TIG welders, prepares for certification in 6G copper nickel and stainless steel.
Experienced TIG welders skill enhancement for certification in 6GR copper nickel and stainless steel.