Key Responsibilities
Workshop & Production Management
· Plan, schedule, and oversee all fit-out and assembly activities
· Oversight of the scheduling & planning of the service unit workload
· Supervise the installation of electrical, engineering and deck fit components
· Allocate work to technicians and ensure efficient resource utilisation
· Monitor progress against project timelines and budgets, reporting variances to management
· Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
· Attend Management meetings to provide updates and/or feedback
People Management
· Lead, mentor and develop a team of marine electricians, engineers, deck fitters and apprentices
across both the fit-out and service areas.
· Conduct performance reviews, training and competency assessments
· Maintain high levels of motivation, safety awareness, and craftsmanship
· Track and validate project hours booked to relevant build or task code
· Client interaction and the ability to communicate with our client base
Quality & Standards
· Accountable to ensure all fit-out and servicing work meets required technical specifications,
drawings, quality and customer standards
· Responsible enforcing quality assurance (QA/QC) processes, inspections, and testing
· Maintain ISO 9001, marine, aerospace or relevant industry certifications and compliance standards
· Provide feedback to ensure technical drawings and documentation are kept updated
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
· Enforce strict health and safety standards in the workshop, including PPE use and safe handling
· Conduct risk assessments, COSHH compliance, and toolbox talks
· Ensure a clean, safe, and well-organised workshop environment
Invoicing, Materials & Equipment
· Oversee inventory control of parts, materials and consumables
· Ensure workshop tools and equipment are maintained and serviceable
· Liaise with suppliers for procurement of raw materials and consumables
· Oversight of client invoicing for completed tasks or projects
Customer & Project Liaison
· Work closely with managers, technicians and clients to understand technical requirements
· Provide technical advice on processes when required
· Engage with clients to update on progress or confirm delivery timeframes
· Ensure projects are delivered to specifications, on time and within budget
Skills & Qualifications
Essential:
· Proven experience in workshop management or senior supervisory role
· Strong technical knowledge of boat manufacturing processes as well as commercial awareness of
potential clients
· Experience of Outboard and Inboard Marine Engines (Mercury, Yamaha, Mercruiser, Yanmar)
· Understanding engineering drawings, technical specifications, and tolerances
· Excellent leadership, organisational and problem-solving skills
· Excellent IT Skills with a good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel & manufacturing software
· Strong focus on quality, safety, and efficiency
Desirable:
· Experience in marine, automotive, aerospace, or industrial applications
· Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 45001, or other industry quality standards
· Formal training in composites or engineering (NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC, or equivalent)
· Formal training in marine engineering (NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC, or equivalent)
· First Aid, Health & Safety, or supervisory qualifications
Personal Attributes
· Hands-on leadership style with strong team-building ability
· Attention to detail and commitment to high standards of workmanship
· Proactive, adaptable and solutions driven
· Strong communicator, able to work across teams and with clients
· Commercially aware with an understanding of cost control and productivity
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
· Weekly report of progress against plan, identifying any discrepancies
· Weekly report on staff utilisation
· Weekly report on billable hours vs total resource hours
· Tracking of job cards completed vs outstanding
· Compliance with safety, quality and environmental standards
· Efficiency of labour and material usage
· Team performance and retention. (This includes staff reviews and skills matrix input)
· Relevant quality stages QA/QC are captured and documented
· Customer satisfaction and repeat business
Working Hours
· Monday – Thursday: 07:00 – 16:30
· Friday: 07:00 – 13:00
· Flexible hours as required/ requested
Salary
· £50,000 salary