Deck-to-Hull Composite Boatbuilder - Winchester

Red Chilli Recruitment; Winchester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Winchester-based contractor role seeking an experienced composite boatbuilder with strong deck-to-hull joining expertise. Work focuses on bonding, finishing, and assembly of small GRP marine craft in a busy boatbuilding programme.

Initial contract is a minimum 3 months with a strong likelihood of extension to 1–2 years. Limited Company contractors considered; start ASAP for suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• Hands-on boatbuilding experience in marine composites or related environment.
• Strong experience with deck-to-hull joining and GRP/composite construction.
• Understanding of bonding, finishing, and alignment for marine assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Joining and bonding decks to hulls.
• Preparing mating surfaces prior to bonding.
• Adhesive bonding and composite joining techniques.
• Laminating and reinforcing deck-to-hull joints.
• Grinding, trimming, fitting and finishing.
• Checking alignment and fit before final bonding.
• Working with GRP/composite components.
• Supporting resin infusion and general composite boatbuilding activities.
• Reading basic drawings and build instructions.
• Ensuring a high standard of finish and build quality.

Skills

Deck-to-hull joining

GRP/Composite construction

Structural bonding

Wet lay-up

Resin infusion

Trimming & fitting

Marine finishing

Job description

Winchester-based contractor role seeking an experienced composite boatbuilder with strong deck-to-hull joining expertise. Work focuses on bonding, finishing, and assembly of small GRP marine craft in a busy boatbuilding programme.

Initial contract is a minimum 3 months with a strong likelihood of extension to 1–2 years. Limited Company contractors considered; start ASAP for suitable candidates.