Boatyard Operative
Location: Gosport, Hampshire
Salary: Dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 39 hours per week, with occasional weekend and out-of-hours work
The Opportunity
We're recruiting for a Boatyard Operative to join an established marine operation based in Gosport, Hampshire. This is a varied, hands-on role within a busy boatyard, supporting the safe movement, storage and maintenance of vessels, as well as the general upkeep of the site. You'll be involved in day-to-day boatyard operations, operating machinery and equipment, and helping ensure customers receive a professional and friendly service.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the lifting, launching, recovery and manoeuvring of vessels.
- Support the safe storage of boats ashore using cradles, blocks and stands.
- Carry out high-pressure washing and general vessel maintenance tasks.
- Assist with boat towing and pontoon movements when required.
- Operate boat hoists, mobile cranes, boat transporters, forklifts and tow boats, subject to relevant training and authorisation.
- Complete daily equipment checks and report any faults or safety concerns.
- Carry out general site maintenance, keeping pontoons, walkways, storage areas and buildings clean, safe and tidy.
- Provide a friendly and helpful point of contact for customers, visitors and contractors.
- Record vessel movements, maintenance activities and incidents using computer-based systems.
- Work closely with the wider boatyard team to ensure the smooth running of daily operations.
What We're Looking For
Ideally, you'll have experience working within a boatyard, marina, shipyard or marine leisure environment, alongside a practical and safety-conscious approach to work.
You’ll also need:
- A reliable, positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
- The ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- A reasonable level of physical fitness and confidence with manual handling.
- Flexibility to work occasional weekends and out-of-hours shifts.
- A willingness to learn, undertake training and develop new skills.
- Basic mechanical or technical aptitude.
- A full UK driving licence would be beneficial, as would existing qualifications such as forklift, crane, slinger/signaller, PB2, VHF or first aid certification.
- Previous experience operating boatyard machinery is advantageous, but training can be provided where required.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
- Full-time, permanent employment.
- Uniform and PPE provided.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Potential for career progression within the marine industry.
- The opportunity to work alongside an experienced team in a hands-on marine environment.
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