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Sails & Rigging

Apprentice Sailmaker

North Sails

Sailmaking, Apprenticeship,
October 27, 2022
Location
Auckland
Preferred employment option
Fulltime

Position Description

North Sails looking to fill the role of Apprentice Sailmaker/ Sailmakers Assistant at our Auckland, New Zealand loft. The Sailmaker Assistant helps with detailing sails during the layout stage of production, sewing seams and detailing to sails. Working as part of a small close knit team you will have options to expand your skills and knowledge.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Sewing different types and weights of nylon, polyester, laminate and molded fabrics/textiles
  • Applying patching and reinforcements to spinnakers
  • Cleaning and maintaining your machines
  • Patching and preparing items to be sewn to sails
  • Checking your work against other products
  • Cleaning your work areas

Qualification Requirements

  • Experience in commercial sewing is a bonus (can provide training for the right candidate)
  • Work efficiently and accurately
  • Attention to fine details
  • Work under pressure and tight deadlines
  • Team friendly
  • Must have a valid work Visa or be a NZ Citizen.
  • Good written and spoken English
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Apply by
Sep 29, 2022
Role:
Apprentice Sailmaker
September 29, 2022 12:00 AM
September 29, 2022 12:00 AM
Pacific/Auckland
Applications for this role close today. Please view the role on this link: https://www.nzmarinejobs.com/marine-jobs/wgvmi0qp78hl8x0nz7cxcmwt
North Sails
North Sails
Auckland
North Sails is the largest sailmaker in the world, with lofts and manufacturing facilities in 29 countries. Founded in 1957 by Lowell North in a San Diego, CA garage, North’s growt
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