Boat Builder - Fleet Services in Wapping, Greater London

Boat Builder – Fleet Services

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.