Boat Builder
Marine Resources
Full Time | Permanent | Norfolk
I’m currently working with a well-established British yacht manufacturer, known for producing high-end, bluewater sailing yachts. This is a business where traditional craftsmanship meets modern engineering, and they’re looking to bring in an experienced Boat Builder to support continued growth at their Norfolk site.
This is a hands-on role where you’ll be involved in both interior and exterior build, contributing to the full lifecycle of the yacht. It’s ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their work and takes pride in high-quality finishes.
The Role
Working as part of an experienced production team, you’ll be responsible for manufacturing and fitting a wide range of components across luxury sailing yachts. You’ll be working from technical drawings and specifications, ensuring everything is built and installed to a high standard.
The role covers a mix of joinery, structural work, and final fit-out, so it would suit someone with a broad boatbuilding background or a strong trade skillset within marine.
Key Responsibilities
Fitting sailing hardware including winches, cleats, clutches and tracks
Installing bulkheads and structural components
Epoxy lay-up of sub-assemblies
Manufacture and installation of cabin sole bearers and sole boards
Cladding and finishing of interior bulkheads
Building and fitting bespoke boat furniture
Basic upholstery work on interior panels
Manufacture and fitting of cabin doors
GRP/fibreglass fitting and structural work
Installation of hull windows, hatches and deck fittings
Teak deck and deck gear installation
Fairing, finishing and snagging of composite modules
General quality checks and testing
About You
You’ll ideally come from a boatbuilding or marine background, with experience across timber and/or GRP construction. That said, candidates from related trades (joinery, composites, carpentry) with the right attitude are also encouraged to apply.
You should be comfortable working from technical drawings, confident using hand and power tools, and have a good understanding of health and safety on site.
Attention to detail is key here, along with a proactive mindset and the ability to work well within a team.
What’s on Offer
Competitive hourly rate
25+ days holiday including bank holidays, plus Christmas shutdown
Pension scheme
Early finish on Fridays
Flexible working options
Cycle to work scheme
Employee assistance programme
Retail and travel discounts
Safety footwear allowance
Enhanced sick pay
This is a great opportunity to join a respected name in the marine industry and be part of building some genuinely impressive yachts.
If you’d like to hear more, feel free to get in touch on (phone number removed)
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