No sign-up fees. No subscriptions. No hidden charges. You only pay when a job is completed through the platform.
Posting a job, receiving quotes, and browsing contractors costs nothing. The only fee is a transparent platform fee on completed jobs.
Create your account and start posting jobs at no cost. There is no subscription, no monthly plan, and no listing fee.
You only pay when the job is done and you're satisfied. The platform fee is itemised clearly on every invoice.
The platform fee is the only fee Marine Connect charges. It's shown as a separate line item on every invoice so you always know exactly what you're paying.
| Job Value (Contractor Fee) | Platform Fee | You Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Up to $2,500 | 13% | Contractor fee + 13% |
| $2,501 - $10,000 | 11% | Contractor fee + 11% |
| $10,001 - $25,000 | 8.5% | Contractor fee + 8.5% |
| $25,001 - $75,000 | 6% | Contractor fee + 6% |
| Above $75,001 | 4.5% | Contractor fee + 4.5% |
All fees are inclusive of GST where applicable. The platform fee scales down as the job value increases, so larger jobs cost proportionally less.
A clear payment flow so you always know when you'll be invoiced and what for.
Describe what you need, and receive itemised quotes from vetted marine contractors. Browsing, comparing, and messaging are completely free.
No payment requiredChoose the contractor you're happy with and approve their quote through the platform. If parts or materials need to be ordered, a deposit covering just the parts cost may be requested.
Parts deposit only (if applicable)The contractor completes the job. If any variations are needed (hidden issues, extra scope), they'll send a variation quote for your approval before proceeding.
No payment during worksMarine Connect issues your final invoice with the contractor's fee and the platform fee shown as separate line items. Payment is due within 3 business days of the completion notice.
Final payment due