The Rolex SailGP Championship is the most exciting racing on water, where anything can happen in short, adrenaline-fueled battles between national teams at iconic stadium destinations worldwide. Top athletes fly in identical high-tech F50 catamarans faster than the wind, at speeds approaching 60mph. Founded in 2018, SailGP is one of the world’s fastest-growing sports and entertainment properties, now in its fifth season. SailGP is a global organization with defined values that shape the culture of its team – deliver quality, break boundaries, make an impact, stand together and strike a balance. SailGP Technologies began as the high performance design, engineering and manufacturing arm of SailGP and has led the way in high-performance applied innovation. Our constantly evolving design, composites engineering, software and data expertise is rooted in decades of experience at the forefront of cutting-edge sail racing. Previously established and located in New Zealand since 2001, SailGP Technologies relocated to Southampton, UK in Spring 2024 at our new state of the art facility. Summary SailGP is one of the world’s fastest growing sports leagues combining cutting-edge technology, elite performance, and spectacular global events. Our On-water Operations Team plays a critical role in the SailGP Tour, from ensuring on-water incident response to off-shore communication with our vessels. We’re looking for technically skilled, hands-on individuals to join the team in a unique dual role: working both onsite at our SailGP Technologies facility in Southampton and travelling worldwide as part of the SailGP Tour. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong trade or mechanical experience who wants to apply their skills in a fast-paced, high-performance sporting environment. Relevant Skills and Experience: If any of the skills or experiences below resonate with you, we encourage you to reach out and explore the opportunities within our On‑Water Operations Team. Whether you bring technical expertise, hands‑on operational experience, or a passion for working on the water, we’d love to connect and discuss how you could contribute to our growing team. Background in On-Water Operations from Boat handling experience and ability to operate a RIB independently. RYA PB2 level (or equivalent). Proficiency in operating VHF radio. Basic deckhand competency and experience working on RIBs. Hands-on experience with the build and pack down of race boats. Competency working around heavy machinery and cranes Hands-on experience with power tools and heavy machinery. Competency working on docks and around water. Ability to monitor dock layouts and ensure safety regulations are met. Ability to follow directions from the Managers onsite and provide course condition updates. Adaptability to changing weather conditions and race boundaries. About you: We’re not looking for decades of experience, but you’ll need to bring a strong foundation of technical trade skills, the right mindset, and a willingness to learn. Strong communication skills with numerous priorities. Positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to work hard and deliver wherever required. Comfortable and confident On-Water and with Seamanship A team player – personable, professional, and able to represent SailGP well. Flexible and happy to travel extensively as part of a global sports tour. A positive can-do attitude: prepared to work hard and deliver, wherever needed. Roles may include but not limited to: Course Marshall - R esponsible for the setup and control of the racecourse and exclusion zone boundary, including positioning and verifying all boundary markers in line with race management requirements Communication Lead - This role is a critical part of the on-water rescue team, responsible for managing clear and effective communication between the assigned rescue asset, Race HQ (Tiny), and Event Control. Markset Junior - A Markset Junior is responsible for supporting the build, preparation, deployment, and recovery of race marks and associated equipment. Chase Junior - The Chase Team Junior supports the On-Water Operations team by assisting with the setup and pack-down of chase boats, ensuring vessels are clean, fuelled, and operationally ready, and helping manage equipment preparation and stowage. Dock Assistant/Communication Lead - The Dock Assistant / Comms Lead 3 is a dual-role position supporting both dockside and on-water operations, responsible for the preparation and setup of the dock and associated equipment, working closely with the Fleet Ops Assistant during setup and pack down, supporting flubber operations, and managing “touch-and-go” dock activity outside of sailing hours to ensure safe and efficient vessel movements. The role also deploys with the Rescue fleet during live operations to act as Comms Lead 3, maintaining clear and effective communication between on-water teams, race management, and safety assets while supporting coordination and response during on-water incidents. What we offer: A rare opportunity to combine high-end engineering with global sporting events. Time split between the SailGP Technologies facility and international Tour events. The chance to learn from industry experts and grow across multiple disciplines (hydraulics, machining, composites, and more). Be part of a world-class team delivering one of the most exciting sports on the planet. Location: Southampton, UK with frequent international travel to SailGP Events. SailGP is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion.