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Boatyard Manager
Reference: BHN580392
Job details
- Start date: ASAP
- Employment type: Permanent
- Date published: 25 November 2024
Job description
We're on the lookout for an experienced leader with a passion for excellence, a customer-focused mindset, and the skills to ensure smooth operations, drive financial success, and motivate a high-performing team.
Suitable candidates will have a proven background in the management of Lifting operations and plant equipment. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your existing experience and develop a career within the marine industry.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Managing daily operations of the boatyard and dry stack, ensuring top-tier customer service.
- Driving financial performance and profitability for the boatyard.
- Overseeing maintenance, insurance inspections, and ensuring compliance with HSE and company policies.
- Developing and leading a motivated, flexible team to deliver exceptional service.
- Handling boat lifting operations and supporting the team as needed.
- Managing budgets, pricing policies, and creating strategies to meet revenue targets.
- Fostering strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
What We're Looking For:
- Proven experience managing businesses with a turnover exceeding £1M.
- A skilled operator of plant equipment with a strong focus on health and safety (IOSH qualification preferred).
- A natural leader who inspires teams, builds relationships, and ensures customer satisfaction.
- Results-driven with a proactive approach to identifying and capitalizing on new opportunities.
- A customer service champion with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
What's In It For You?
- Salary: £45,000 per year
- Hours: 40 hours per week (Mon-Fri), however flexibility will be required as weekends and earlier/later start times will be worked in line with the tide times and covering for the team. Weekend work will be taken back as time off in lieu.
- Annual Leave: 23 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
- Benefits:
- Westfield Health Cash Plan.
- Pension
- Group Life Assurance.
- Staff discounts on lodge holidays and berthing.
- Cycle to Work Scheme and Mortgage Advice.
- Employee Assistance Programme and more.
- Career Development: On-the-job training leading to industry-recognized qualifications.
A full job description is available.
If you're an experienced manager with a passion for excellence and ready to lead marina operations to new heights, we'd love to hear from you.
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