Leisure Boatbuilder & Maintenance Engineer

British Marinemember; Largs; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Power tools & work wear

Workplace pension

Job summary

British Marinemember is seeking a skilled Boatbuilder / Maintenance Engineer in Scotland to perform maintenance, repair, and refurbishment on a range of leisure boats. The role requires a multi-skilled approach, with duties including copper coating, vessel strip downs, and fit outs, working to deadlines.

You will typically repair polyester and gel coatings, assist with painting, polishing, and teak deck care, and contribute to a fast-paced workshop environment.

Qualifications

• City and Guilds or NVQ level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
• Experience with marine leisure craft (15’–65’).
• Able to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out modifications and repairs on leisure boats.
• Perform maintenance and repair work across boat systems.
• Paintwork repairs and refurbishing as required.
• Carry out vessel strip downs and fit outs.
• Carry out copper coating applications as needed.
• Polish and teaks deck cleaning and treatment.
• Assist with minor rigging and component servicing.

Skills

Boatbuilding

Maintenance

Paintwork

Teamwork

Education

City and Guilds/NVQ level 3

Tools

Power tools

Job description

British Marinemember is seeking a skilled Boatbuilder / Maintenance Engineer in Scotland to perform maintenance, repair, and refurbishment on a range of leisure boats. The role requires a multi-skilled approach, with duties including copper coating, vessel strip downs, and fit outs, working to deadlines.

You will typically repair polyester and gel coatings, assist with painting, polishing, and teak deck care, and contribute to a fast-paced workshop environment.