Fambridge Yacht Haven are looking for someone to join our enthusiastic team, a young person who wants to work in our fun and exciting sector who enjoys working outdoors and spending time by the water.

We’re based in North Fambridge and specialise in the berthing, lifting and storage of vessels of all types at our 220 berth marina in Essex. The role is varied and will cover all areas of our marina operation from customer service to boat handling and industrial operations. Marinas and boatyards support the marine industry by providing services to boat owners and commercial operators, apprenticeships are a fantastic way to kickstart your maritime career.

We’ve an excellent track record with 2 previous apprentices successfully gaining the Marina & Boatyard Operative Level 2 qualification together with Power Boat L2, First Aider + forklift and marine travel lift operator certificates.

A bit about us...

Fambridge Yacht Haven is a family-owned marina in North Fambridge on the banks of the River Crouch. Our peaceful, village location is a unique place to our staff and customers alike.

Part of the Yacht Havens Group with marinas and locations around the UK and Netherlands, we have been family-owned since we began in 1972 and still run by subsequent generations today. You could say we’ve got saltwater in our veins!

We take pride in our marina, ensuring it provides all the facilities for boat owners and the local market, as well as protecting the area for generations to come. In recent years, we’ve installed environmental wash down, partnered with a local business to ensure we have zero waste to landfill, we’ve even been known to rent space for an Apple TV film and feature in Top Boy 2!

Marina and Boatyard Operative Apprenticeship

To be part of our team, you must be passionate, approachable and take pride in your work. You’ll be dealing with customers face-to-face in the boatyard, on the pontoons, in the office, via email and on the phone.

As part of this role, you will complete the Level 2 Marina and Boatyard Operative Apprenticeship scheme in partnership with the Marine Society & Sea Cadets.

More information & apply

• You will be assisting with boatyard and Marina operations both ashore & afloat.
• You must be happy to work weekends during the summer season.
• You will assist with all other duties as per both Boat Yard Operative & Haven Master positions.
• Training and qualification to operate boat handling plant & equipment will be provided.
• You must be positive, outgoing, confident and be prepared to work outdoors all-year round.

For more details and to learn about how to apply for the apprenticeship, please contact danyal(at)fambridgeyachthaven.com or call 01621 740370.