Boatyard Operative

Marine Resources Limited; Gosport; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform and PPE provided

Training and development opportunities

Career progression

Job summary

Marine Resources Limited is seeking a Boatyard Operative in Gosport, Hampshire. This hands‑on role supports vessel movement, storage, and maintenance, with duties including operating machinery and assisting customers in a busy boatyard environment.

Ideal candidates have boatyard/marine experience, enjoy practical work, and are willing to develop their skills within the marine industry. Full‑time, permanent position with training opportunities and progression potential.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates have a practical, safety‑conscious approach and experience in marine environments.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather and to perform manual handling.
• Flexibility for weekend and out‑of‑hours shifts.
• Full UK driving licence is beneficial; forklift/crane certs are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lifting, launching, recovery and manoeuvring of vessels.
• Support 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 as trained.
• Complete daily equipment checks and report faults or safety concerns.
• Carry out general site maintenance, keeping pontoons, walkways and buildings clean and safe.
• Provide a friendly, helpful point of contact for customers and contractors.
• Record vessel movements and maintenance in computer systems.
• Work with the boatyard team to keep daily operations running smoothly.

Skills

Manual handling

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Willingness to learn

Basic mechanical aptitude

Tools

Forklift

Crane operation training

PB2

VHF

First aid certification

Job description

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

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.

This would suit someone with previous experience in a boatyard, marina, shipyard or similar marine environment who enjoys practical work, takes pride in doing things properly and is keen to develop their skills within the marine industry.

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.

Interested?

If you have a practical background and are looking to build your career within the marine industry, we’d be keen to hear from you.