Silvers Marine (A division of GSS Plant Ltd) have an exciting role available as
Boatyard Manager in the Helensburgh area.
We are looking for a proven experienced leader, to take on the role of boatyard manager Candidates must have extensive knowledge of vessel construction & repairs, plant and lifting experience from the marine sector. You should ideally hold health and safety qualifications including ISOH and have a passion for delivering first class service to a loyal customer base and to seek new and additional opportunities for growth.
Main duties include:
- To be responsible for day-to-day operation of the Boatyard and Storage Operation; to ensure the effective and efficient running of repairs and lifting operations ensuring excellence in customer service and experience at all times.
- To prepare estimates for vessel repairs for customers including private leisure vessels and small commercial craft, including liaising with on-site contractors and assessing and inspecting vessels for repair estimates in the Yard or Outport.
- To liaise with customers on progress of works, updating costs and estimates and coordinating and managing contractors.
- To be accountable for the financial performance of the boatyard operation and run the Boat Yard effectively, correctly and profitably.
- To ensure that all daily, weekly and monthly checks are carried out and recorded as per company policies and procedures. Ensuring all defects are reported and resolved in a timely manner.
- To ensure all legal, HSE and company policies including financial polices are being adhered to.
- To lead and oversee and be accountable for all boatyard administration to ensure all records are maintained accurately.
- To assist with the lifting, slipping & launching of boats within the boatyard and storage operations when required.
- To hold weekly staff meetings and undertake appraisals and on-going performance monitoring and management where necessary.
- To recruit staff as required ensuing the business is employing customer focused, flexible, smart and positive individuals, while also being responsible for disciplinary matters should the need arise.
- To coach staff to monitor customer’s satisfaction while constantly improving the customer experience ensuring excellence in customer service at all times.
- To formulate Boatyard budgets and pricing policy. To accurately and weekly forecast site activity and create offers to drive activity to meet your revenue targets.
If you think you have the ability to succeed in this role and would like to join our team and take part in a new challenge, we would like to hear from you. Please apply now to [email protected] for further information, we look forward to hearing from you.
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
