Boatyard Operator: Hands-on Marine Operations

Marine Resources Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A marine recruitment agency is seeking a Boatyard Operative to join their operations team in Gosport. This hands-on role involves assisting with boat lifting and launching, operating machinery, and maintaining the site. Ideal candidates should have experience in a marine environment, possess good communication skills, and be comfortable working outdoors. The position offers a competitive salary, ongoing training, and a genuine long-term career opportunity in the marine industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and development

Uniform and PPE provided

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a boatyard, marina, shipyard, or a similar environment.
• Positive, reliable, and safety-conscious mindset.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with lifting, launching, making ready, and manoeuvring of vessels.
• Operating machinery like hoists and cranes.
• General upkeep of the yard and customer service.

Skills

Experience in boatyard/marina

Safety-conscious approach

Good communication skills

Flexibility around working hours

Physically fit

Education

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Forklift

Boat hoists

Mobile cranes

Job description

A marine recruitment agency is seeking a Boatyard Operative to join their operations team in Gosport. This hands-on role involves assisting with boat lifting and launching, operating machinery, and maintaining the site. Ideal candidates should have experience in a marine environment, possess good communication skills, and be comfortable working outdoors. The position offers a competitive salary, ongoing training, and a genuine long-term career opportunity in the marine industry.