Boat Builder - Fleet Services
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Location: Wapping Marine Workshop, London
Salary: £46,985 starting salary, rising to £49,670
Full-time | Permanent
SLR Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Boat Builder to join a specialist marine team based at Wapping Marine Workshop in London.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a unique fleet of operational vessels supporting the Metropolitan Police Marine Policing Unit.
You’ll be working on a wide variety of vessels, including RHIBs, Targa patrol vessels, jet-powered craft and other specialist marine assets, with no two days necessarily being the same.
The Role
* GRP repairs and structural reconstruction
* Vessel modifications and upgrades
* General boat building and maintenance
* Hull repairs and inspections
* Supporting vessel enhancement and fleet development projects
* Quality assurance inspections
* Assisting with sea trials and testing
* Working to relevant marine and safety standards
* Working as part of a close-knit specialist marine team
About You
We’re looking for someone with solid boat building / marine engineering experience who takes pride in producing high-quality workmanship.
* GRP / composite repairs
* Structural boat building and repairs
* Vessel maintenance and modifications
* Marine construction or outfitting
* Reading technical drawings
* Working with specialist marine tools and equipment
Most importantly, you’ll be practical, reliable and confident working as part of a team, with a genuine interest in marine engineering and boat building.
Why Join?
* Work on a diverse fleet of operational vessels
* Get involved in complex repairs and modifications
* Work on high-profile marine operations
* Access manufacturer and specialist marine training
* Develop your skills within a specialist workshop environment
* Benefit from an excellent pension and annual leave package
* Be part of a team supporting frontline policing and emergency operations
Salary & Benefits
Starting salary: £46,985, made up of:
* £43,976 basic salary
* £2,009 location allowance
* £1,000 non-pensionable allowance
The basic salary will increase annually up to £49,670.
Location
Wapping Marine Workshop, London
The workshop is a dedicated marine maintenance facility supporting the Marine Policing Unit and carries out vessel maintenance, structural repairs, modifications, inspections and fleet support.
If you're an experienced Boat Builder looking for a new challenge and would like the opportunity to work on a truly unique range of operational vessels, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today or get in touch with SLR Recruitment for more information
Location: Wapping Marine Workshop, London
Salary: £46,985 starting salary, rising to £49,670
Full-time | Permanent
SLR Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Boat Builder to join a specialist marine team based at Wapping Marine Workshop in London.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a unique fleet of operational vessels supporting the Metropolitan Police Marine Policing Unit.
You’ll be working on a wide variety of vessels, including RHIBs, Targa patrol vessels, jet-powered craft and other specialist marine assets, with no two days necessarily being the same.
The Role
* GRP repairs and structural reconstruction
* Vessel modifications and upgrades
* General boat building and maintenance
* Hull repairs and inspections
* Supporting vessel enhancement and fleet development projects
* Quality assurance inspections
* Assisting with sea trials and testing
* Working to relevant marine and safety standards
* Working as part of a close-knit specialist marine team
About You
We’re looking for someone with solid boat building / marine engineering experience who takes pride in producing high-quality workmanship.
* GRP / composite repairs
* Structural boat building and repairs
* Vessel maintenance and modifications
* Marine construction or outfitting
* Reading technical drawings
* Working with specialist marine tools and equipment
Most importantly, you’ll be practical, reliable and confident working as part of a team, with a genuine interest in marine engineering and boat building.
Why Join?
* Work on a diverse fleet of operational vessels
* Get involved in complex repairs and modifications
* Work on high-profile marine operations
* Access manufacturer and specialist marine training
* Develop your skills within a specialist workshop environment
* Benefit from an excellent pension and annual leave package
* Be part of a team supporting frontline policing and emergency operations
Salary & Benefits
Starting salary: £46,985, made up of:
* £43,976 basic salary
* £2,009 location allowance
* £1,000 non-pensionable allowance
The basic salary will increase annually up to £49,670.
Location
Wapping Marine Workshop, London
The workshop is a dedicated marine maintenance facility supporting the Marine Policing Unit and carries out vessel maintenance, structural repairs, modifications, inspections and fleet support.
If you're an experienced Boat Builder looking for a new challenge and would like the opportunity to work on a truly unique range of operational vessels, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today or get in touch with SLR Recruitment for more information