Boatyard Supervisor

On behalf of our client, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Boatyard Supervisor to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a passion for marine operations, proven leadership ability, and a strong commitment to safety and efficiency to play a key role in the smooth, professional, and profitable running of a dynamic boatyard environment.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Assume responsibility for the highest standards of the site repair/maintenance, cleanliness, hygiene, presentation and employees’ service in accordance with F&S Marina’s standards.

• Assume responsibility for implementation of the daily boatyard schedule as agreed with the Marina Management, assigning and supervising the work of employees as required and ensuring completion of all routine inspections and tasks.

• Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct, ethics and integrity in all the boatyard and marina operations.

• Ensure compliance with the Marina’s applicable Terms and Conditions for customers, contractors and suppliers in all applicable areas of the facility.

• Build and maintain a healthy and professional relationship with the marina guests and residents, follow-up with Marina Supervisors, Attendants and Marina Reception staff accordingly.

• Manage implementation of the Marina’s Annual Maintenance Plan, ensuring all checks and inspections (inc. underwater), routine maintenance and servicing and respective record keeping are completed on time and, where possible, carried out by marina employees.

• Assist as requested by the Marina Management and the Senior Accountant, in the keeping of records relating to finances and general records of the marina, (such as the preparation and monitoring of the operational plans, cash sales, banking, and reconciliation of all relevant day-today marina records.)

• Ensure that the boat yard operations are in full compliance with the health and safety legislation, the Company’s health and safety policy and guidelines, and all safe operating procedures including all other statutory requirements relating to fire, navigation, life-saving, chemicals, lifting, and plant equipment – seeing that others also comply.

• Contribute as directed to the implementation of the Marina’s Staff Training Plan, conducting employee inductions, internal training and organization of external training courses. Monitor and evaluate employee performance and development according to company policy.

• Assume responsibility for the management of the boatyard and trailer boat park operations schedules – booking boatyard services, planning boatyard layout and launching dates, planning slipway launch and recovery schedules to ensure an efficient and profitable operation.

• Assume responsibility for safe operation of boat handling equipment and boatyard operations (e.g. travel hoist, trailer and forklift) operate high pressure cleaner, block and stand yachts, working alongside all qualified travel hoist operators.

• Ensure that all boatyard and trailer boat park services are correctly administered within the marina’s management system, accurately recording services provided and applying charges accordingly.

• Ensure that the boats in the boatyard and trailer boat park are at all times properly, safely and sufficiently stored, and that no equipment or any other item causes a hazard in these facilities.

• Clean buildings (including washrooms/ toilets when no cleaner is on duty) pontoons, quays, the marina site and workplaces in order to maintain a high standard of hygiene and appearance.

• Participate as directed in the promotion of the marina.

• Comply with the guidelines and procedures as set out in the Marina’s Integrated Management System (IMS) and all other F&S Marina’s policies and procedures.

• Comply with the marina regulations regarding dress and expected behavior, reflecting consistently F&S Marinas brand standards whilst offering a personalized service to all internal and external customers.

• Carry out all other duties for the smooth running of the marina and boat yard and assist the marina staff in such matters as may be reasonably required.

• Allocate work to direct reports, and in liaison with the Marina Management identify employees for training as per the organizations’ guidelines and conduct job performance reviews to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.

• Supervise direct reports in their day-to-day tasks and guide them in managing their performance by providing appropriate feedback and counseling.

• Ensure that all Marina employees comply with the Marina’s Health & Safety policy as well as all applicable Health & Safety legislation.

• Ensure that all the employees comply with the marina regulations regarding dress and expected behavior whilst reflecting consistently F&S Marinas brand standards.

• In liaison with the Marina Management ensure the smooth implementation of any disciplinary measure taken against an employee.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package based on experience.

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic marina/boatyard environment.

• Training and professional development programs.

• Career growth opportunities within the company.

• Health and safety-focused working environment.

• Company uniform and necessary protective equipment provided.

• Free car parking

• Being part of an internationally recognized yachting hub.

• Medical scheme after 6 months

• Provident fund after 6 months.

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in boatyard operations.

• Strong knowledge of yacht/boat lifting, launching, and storage procedures.

• Familiarity with HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) standards and safe working practices.

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to supervise and motivate a team.

• Good organizational and time-management abilities.

• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks effectively.

• Strong communication skills in English (additional languages an advantage).

• Competent in using maintenance and scheduling software.

• Hands-on, problem-solving approach and attention to detail.

• Valid driver’s license and flexibility to work weekends/holidays when emergencies.

Working Hours: Mon-Fri from 08:00am to 17:00pm