Job summary

Our client, a renowned organisation in the marine sector, is seeking experienced Boatbuilders to join their team on a permanent basis.

Key skills required for this role

Boatbuilding experience

Important

Composite experience

Job description

he All-weather Lifeboat Centre, located in Poole, is our client's in-house boat building facility, which integrates every stage of the lifeboat build, repair, and refit under one roof. With a full schedule of Lifeboat Refits lined up, it's an opportune moment to join the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Constructing, installing, modifying, and maintaining marine structures and equipment for all lifeboat classes
• Working with epoxy composite construction and repair
• Vessel strip down and assembly
• Deck fit-out and the assembly of components
• Fabricating composite parts

A multi-skilled attitude and proficiency in epoxy laminating would be highly beneficial. You will have access to a clean, organised, and safe work environment with all tools, materials, and PPE provided to undertake your work effectively.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to work to engineering drawings and standardised work safely and efficiently
• Experience in boat production, marine refits, repairs, and working with epoxy composite materials
• Relevant City and Guilds or NVQ level 3/BTEC qualifications, a time-served apprenticeship, or equivalent experience
• Capability to work as part of a multi-disciplined team to ensure lifeboats are built and refitted on time and within budget, meeting stringent quality standards

Benefits:

• Salary £30000-£34000
• Performance-related pay scheme annually reviewed
• 26 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Time off in lieu available
• Half day on Fridays and flexible working opportunities
• Outstanding pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health and dental cash plan

If you are an experienced Boatbuilder with a passion for the marine industry and a commitment to quality, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's dynamic and dedicated team in Poole.