Elite Marine Technician for World-Class Sailing Programs

Royal Yachting Association; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36 days holiday (pro rata for part‑tim

Birthday Day Off

10% RYA pension contribution

Free life insurance

Discounts platform for retail, travel,

Two paid volunteering days per year

Free on-site electric vehicle charging

Social events

RYA membership

Job summary

The Royal Yachting Association, based in Hamble near Southampton, seeks a Marine Technician to maintain the fleet of support boats, trailers and vehicles to high standards. You will undertake mechanical and fibreglass repairs, safety checks, and stock management, supporting athletes and events across the UK and overseas.

Key responsibilities include servicing RIBs, outboard engines and trailers, keeping maintenance records, and ensuring equipment readiness.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and servicing boats, marine equipment and/or vehicles.
• Strong knowledge of RIB, outboard motor and trailer maintenance.
• Knowledge of vehicle servicing and maintenance.
• Experience carrying out preventative maintenance and maintaining accurate records.
• Good practical skills, including metalwork and welding.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative to solve problems.
• Good communication and teamworking skills.
• IT literacy, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Powerboat Level 2 qualification (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service the RYA fleet of support boats, trailers and vehicles to world-class standards.
• Carry out mechanical, fibreglass hull and tube repairs.
• Conduct routine inspections, safety checks and preventative maintenance.
• Support the management of maintenance stock levels and workshop operations.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment are fully operational and ready for deployment.
• Assist with the decommissioning and disposal of end-of-life equipment.
• Carry out maintenance work at events and training venues in the UK and overseas when required.
• Support the upkeep of the RYA Boat Store facilities.
• Perform maintenance, servicing and repairs on RIBs, outboard engines, trailers and associated equipment.
• Undertake vehicle maintenance activities and coordinate repair requirements where necessary.
• Monitor and report equipment defects and maintenance needs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Racing and Performance departments to ensure equipment availability.
• Support the operation of the workshop and wider facilities.
• Work independently while maintaining high standards of safety, organisation and attention to detail.

Skills

Boat maintenance

RIB maintenance

Outboard maintenance

Trailer maintenance

Vehicle maintenance

Preventative maintenance

Record keeping

Metalwork

Welding

Problem solving

Independence

Communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Driving licence

Powerboat Level 2

Education

Powerboat Level 2

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Yamaha Level 1 or Level 2 Technician qualification

Job description

The Royal Yachting Association, based in Hamble near Southampton, seeks a Marine Technician to maintain the fleet of support boats, trailers and vehicles to high standards. You will undertake mechanical and fibreglass repairs, safety checks, and stock management, supporting athletes and events across the UK and overseas.

Key responsibilities include servicing RIBs, outboard engines and trailers, keeping maintenance records, and ensuring equipment readiness.