Tax deductions for boat builders and shipwrights

Boat builders and shipwrights construct, fit out and repair boats and ships.

Employment Profile

Average weekly pay:          $1,150 
Employment size:               4,500  
Future growth:                    Moderate                
Skill level                             Certificate III or IV

Typical tax deductions include:

• Motor vehicle travel to and from work if having either shifting workplaces (working at more than one site each day before returning home) or transporting bulky equipment.

• Motor vehicle travel between job sites, to pick up materials, or attending training courses.

• Phone and internet – work %.

• Dogs, when used at worksites to guard the tools against theft. The purchase cost of the dog and training fees are not deductible as they are capital costs. In contrast, vet bills and pet food bills may qualify as a tax deduction.

• Protective clothing including safety-coloured vests, steel-capped boots, gloves, and overalls.

• Compulsory work uniform branded with the employer’s logo.

• Sun protection costs including sunglasses and sunscreens.

• Union fees, licences, registrations and subscriptions.

• Courses, seminars and self-education expenses.

• Computers, tools and equipment.

• Home office running expenses.

• Overnight travel expenses visiting clients or attending different workplaces.

Tax Strategies we can assist you with.

Self education expenses
Sunglasses, sunscreens and cosmetics
Computers, tools, equipment and other assets
Protective clothing
Compulsory work uniform
Logbook for motor vehicles
Tax deductible dogs
Phone and internet
Home office running expenses
Overnight travel expenses