Boatmaster Apprentice: Hands-On Vessel Testing & Mastery

Thales; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is offering a 2026 Vessel Master Apprentice role in Turnchapel. The apprentice will support integration testing and maintenance on vessels while working towards a Boatmaster Level 3 Apprenticeship. Benefits include comprehensive training, a permanent role from day one, and covered tuition fees for further education. The ideal candidate should have 5 GCSEs including English and Maths, and is passionate about engineering.

Benefits

201 hours annual leave

Company Pension

Health Care Cash Plan

Life Insurance

Discount Portal

Performance-related pay uplifts

80 Hours Volunteering

Responsibilities

• Support both harbour and sea integration testing on vessels.
• Assist the engineering team with basic vessel maintenance tasks.
• Provide support during ad-hoc water-based trials conducted.
• Gain knowledge of maritime autonomous systems through hands-on experience.

Education

5 GCSEs grade 9-4 (A-C) including English and Maths

Job description

A leading technology company is offering a 2026 Vessel Master Apprentice role in Turnchapel. The apprentice will support integration testing and maintenance on vessels while working towards a Boatmaster Level 3 Apprenticeship. Benefits include comprehensive training, a permanent role from day one, and covered tuition fees for further education. The ideal candidate should have 5 GCSEs including English and Maths, and is passionate about engineering.