Yard Person

HSB Technical; Chichester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Yard Operative at Northshore Marina to support daily operations and enhance customer service. The role involves equipment operation, maintaining yard cleanliness, and ensuring safety protocols. Candidates should ideally have marina experience, a practical approach, and flexibility with working hours, including weekends. This is a permanent, full-time position with competitive salary and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Boat Club access

Training and development

Qualifications

• Previous marina or boatyard experience is preferred.
• Willingness to train on lifting and handling equipment.
• Good awareness of Health & Safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the Yard Manager with daily boatyard operations.
• Operate yard equipment to lift, launch, scrub boats.
• Assist with allocating boats to maximize yard space.

Skills

Marina or boatyard experience

Health & Safety awareness

Reliability

Team-focused approach

Flexibility with working hours

Job description

Position

Yard Operative

Job ID

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Location

Northshore Marina

Rate/Salary

Dependent on experience

Benefits

Competitive salary, Boat Club access, training and development

Type

Permanent, Full-Time

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors – visit our website for a list of our vacancies.

The below job description outlines the position of Yard Operative.

Typically, this person will support the daily operation of the marina boatyard, assisting with vessel movements, yard maintenance, and customer support while ensuring safe working practices at all times.

HSB Technical's client is a well‑established business within the marina and leisure boating sector.

Duties and responsibilities of the Yard Operative

• Support the Yard Manager with daily boatyard operations
• Operate yard equipment to lift, launch, scrub boats and step/unstep masts (training provided)
• Assist with allocating boats to maximise yard space
• Maintain cleanliness and general upkeep of the yard and equipment
• Complete routine equipment, safety and site checks
• Carry out basic boat maintenance, cleaning and repairs
• Provide a high level of customer service within the yard
• Follow all Health & Safety, fire and emergency procedures
• Report operational or safety concerns to the Yard Manager
• Undertake additional duties as required

Qualifications and requirements for the Yard Operative

• Previous marina or boatyard experience (preferred)
• Willingness to train on lifting and handling equipment
• Good awareness of Health & Safety practices
• Practical, reliable and team‑focused approach
• Flexible with working hours, including weekends

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd, who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.