Job Description

Location: Poole
Pay Rate: £16.50ph
Full-Time | Permanent 

Role Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Marine Finishing Technician to join a busy and growing marine aesthetics team supporting high-end vessels and yacht projects. This is a hands-on role suited to candidates with experience in gelcoat finishing, machine polishing, detailing, and marine valeting who take pride in delivering a high-quality finish.

This opportunity would suit someone from a marine, automotive detailing, yacht refit, or finishing background who has strong attention to detail and enjoys working within high-end marine environments. Carpentry or joinery experience would also be highly beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

• Gelcoat repairs and finishing
• Machine polishing and buffing of marine surfaces
• Marine valeting and detailing of vessels
• Preparing vessels to a high cosmetic standard
• Supporting yacht refit and finishing projects
• Using polishing and finishing tools/equipment safely
• Maintaining clean and organised work areas
• Supporting additional finishing or carpentry tasks where required

What We’re Looking For

• Experience within marine finishing, gelcoat repair, polishing, or detailing
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Experience using machine polishers and finishing equipment
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Marine, automotive, or yacht industry experience beneficial
• Carpentry or joinery skills would be a bonus
• Positive attitude and reliable work ethic

Desirable Backgrounds

• Marine aesthetics
• Yacht refit or boatbuilding
• Automotive detailing or paint correction
• Composite or gelcoat finishing
• Joinery or carpentry within marine environments

If you are interested in working within a professional marine environment and have a strong eye for detail, we would love to hear from you.