Semi-skilled/Skilled Traditional Shipwright - Arctic Shipyard Ltd

Arctic Shipyard Ltd; Cowes; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Arctic Shipyard Ltd in Cowes seeks an experienced Shipwright to undertake wooden vessel repair, maintenance and restoration, with a focus on traditional carpentry.

The role covers planking, framing, decking, joinery and interior fitting across wooden, steel and GRP hulls, working with a small team in a busy shipyard environment.

Qualifications

• Previous shipwright or marine carpentry experience required.
• Good practical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a small team.

Responsibilities

• Wooden shipwright and marine carpentry work.
• Repair, maintenance and restoration of vessels.
• Planking, framing, decking and joinery.
• Interior fitting of wooden, steel and GRP vessels.
• Work alongside other trades and support general shipyard operations.

Skills

Shipwright

Marine carpentry

Woodworking

Education

Formal woodworking qualifications desirable

Job description

Arctic Shipyard Ltd is looking for an experienced Shipwright to join our team in Cowes. The role will involve a variety of repair, maintenance and restoration work, with a particular focus on wooden vessels.

6-month fixed term contract with the opportunity for the role to become permanent.

Main Duties

• Wooden Shipwright and marine carpentry work.
• Repair, maintenance and restoration of vessels.
• Planking, framing, decking and joinery.
• Interior fitting of wooden, steel and GRP vessels.
• Working alongside other trades and supporting general shipyard operations when required.

About You

• Previous shipwright, boatbuilding, marine carpentry or relevant woodworking experience is required. You should have good practical skills, attention to detail and be able to work both independently and as part of a small team.

Formal qualifications are desirable, but practical experience and proven ability are equally important.