Jobs - People wanted
The adverts below are for staff wanted at RYA Recognised Training Centres. The adverts use information supplied to the RYA by the advertisers. The advertiser is solely responsible for ensuring that the content of the advertisement is compliant with all applicable laws and regulatory standards.
Marine Society and Sea Cadets, Weymouth
Job title Assistant Head of Inshore Boating
Location Weymouth National Boat Centre, Barrack Road, Weymouth, Dorset DT4 8TZ
Job type Full time / Permanent
Salary £35,600 gross per annum
Job description
The Assistant Head of Inshore Boating is instrumental as part of a team working to support volunteers and colleagues across the UK, with a focus on our five activities of dinghy sailing, paddlesport, powerboating, rowing and windsurfing. The post will require experience of dealing with people of all ages/backgrounds, in the management of delivering activities, equipment/facilities and supporting the development of instructors.
We are looking for a passionate practitioner, with a background in delivering both on and off the water, and in-depth experience of operating procedures and governing documentation. Experience of working with young people is essential.
How to apply
Website: Assistant Head of Inshore Boating - MSSC
Closing date: 06 December 2024 (may close early if right candidate is found)
Marine Society and Sea Cadets, Gosport
Job title Marine Engineer - TS Jack Petchey
Location Operating from Gosport, but sailing around the UK and near-continent
Job type Full time / Permanent
Salary £33,000 gross per annum
Job description
The primary purpose of the Marine Engineer is to deliver the maintenance and safe operation of all machinery on board the vessel. Responsibility spans the hull, structure, main and auxiliary machinery, electrical and electronic systems, fuel, water, LP air and hydraulics, and the planning and execution of off-season maintenance periods. A comprehensive level of advice and support to the onboard Engineer is provided by our two, office based, Engineering Technical staff.
Applicants should have the requisite experience and should ideally have completed an approved engine course. They should also either hold a current Seafarer Medical Certificate or be willing to obtain one. The ability to work effectively with young people as well as the permanent and relief crew members is essential. Ship system familiarisation, child safeguarding and any necessary sea safety course refresher training will be given to the successful applicant.
How to apply
Website: Marine Engineer - TS Jack Petchey - MSSC
Closing date: 23 November 2024
Marine Society and Sea Cadets, Gosport
Job title Bosun – TS Royalist
Location Fort Blockhouse, Gosport, PO12 2AB
Job type Full time / Permanent
Salary £27,600 gross per annum
Job description
The ideal applicant will have experience of square rig sailing, general seamanship and maintenance of sailing vessels. The Bosun is primarily responsible for care and management of all upper deck equipment, spars, sails, yards, berthing wires, ropes, fenders, awnings, flags, fittings on deck and aloft. Mainly employed on the foredeck, the Bosun must have the ability to lead and manage a team and to work effectively with young people.
The successful applicant will be required to become a uniformed member of the Sea Cadet Corps and to undertake an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check. The post holder will be responsible to the Commanding Officer TS Royalist, through the Sailing Master.
How to apply
Website: Bosun - TS Royalist - MSSC
Closing date: 31 October 2024
Marine Society and Sea Cadets, Gosport
Job title First Lieutenant – TS Jack Petchey
Location Fort Blockhouse, Gosport, PO12 2AB
Job type Full time / Permanent
Salary £32,500 gross per annum
Job description
The primary purpose of the 1st Lieutenant on board the Marine Society’s Power Vessels is to act as the Second in Command of the TS Jack Petchey. You will be supporting the Commanding Officer to deliver high quality sail training experiences to cadets aged between 12-18.
The vessels travel throughout the UK and near continent between March and November each year. You will be responsible for ensuring the safety, discipline, morale, welfare and day-to-day employment of permanent crewmembers, embarked personnel and cadets is appropriately managed. You will also act as the vessel’s Training Officer and Safety Officer.
How to apply
Website: First Lieutenant - Jack Petchey - MSSC
Closing date: 31 November 2024
Marine Society and Sea Cadets, Weymouth
Job title Instructor
Location Weymouth National Boat Centre (WNBC), Dorset, DT4 8TZ
Job type Full time / Permanent
Salary £27,000 gross per annum
Job description
The Instructor is instrumental in facilitating and delivering life changing, positive experiences for young people. They will work within the team to support both volunteers and young people whilst providing high quality delivery. The post will require experience of dealing with people of all ages/backgrounds, in the delivery of activities, and equipment/facilities maintenance.
How to apply
Website: Instructor - Weymouth - MSSC
Closing date: 04 November 2024
Sunsail Agana Sailing and Power School
Job title Flotilla Skipper
Location Sunsail Agana Marina, Agana Marina, Dr. Franje Tudmana 5, 21222 Marina, Croatia
Job type Seasonal
Start date Season takes place between March and November (start and end date would depend on applicant availability)
Job description
Join the Sunsail team in Agana, Croatia as a Flotilla Skipper!
Delivering daily briefings and discovering new sailing areas this is a fantastic opportunity to build your sailing knowledge. You will focus on managing our fleet of flotilla yachts and ensuring a safe, enjoyable sailing experience for our guests. You'll be the face of the company and lead your crew efficiently promoting teamwork and overseeing their duties, assisting where needed.
Smooth operations on the yachts, Ports of call, and the home base assisting with any additional operational requirements.
If you're ready to lead an exciting sailing adventure, apply today!
How to apply
Email: yachts.recruitment@thlmarine.com
Website: Global Careers
Sunsail Lefkas Marina
Job title Flotilla Skipper
Location Lefkas Marina, East Shore Lefkada, Greece
Job type Seasonal
Start date Season takes place between March and November (start and end date would depend on applicant availability)
Job description
Join the Sunsail team in Lefkas, Greece as a Flotilla Skipper!
Delivering daily briefings and discovering new sailing areas this is a fantastic opportunity to build your sailing knowledge. You will focus on managing our fleet of flotilla yachts and ensuring a safe, enjoyable sailing experience for our guests. You'll be the face of the company and lead your crew efficiently promoting teamwork and overseeing their duties, assisting where needed.
Smooth operations on the yachts, Ports of call, and the home base assisting with any additional operational requirements.
If you're ready to lead an exciting sailing adventure, apply today!
How to apply
Email: yachts.recruitment@thlmarine.com
Website: Global Careers
Sunsail Agana Sailing and Power School
Job title Cruising Instructor
Location Sunsail Agana Marina, Agana Marina, Dr. Franje Tudmana 5, 21222 Marina, Croatia
Job Type Seasonal
Start Date Season takes place between March and November (start and end date would depend on applicant availability)
Job description
Sunsail is seeking enthusiastic Cruising Instructors to join our Sailing Schools in Agana Marina, Croatia!
Share your sailing expertise and passion for teaching!
You'll work alongside our yacht master instructor to deliver RYA courses from Start Sailing to Competent Crew and Day Skipper.
We are looking for someone with Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective teaching. You must hold a Commercially Endorsed RYA Cruising Instructor certificate. Experience managing lessons with a proactive approach to problem solving and a strong customer focus are essential. We offer a competitive salary, shore accommodation, travel, and more.
Apply today to embark on an exciting teaching journey and the next step in your career.
How to apply
Email: yachts.recruitment@thlmarine.com
Website: Global Careers
Windermere School
Job title Director of Sailing
Location Windermere
Job Type Part Time
Start Date TBC
Salary £32,148.83 pro rata, 0.6-0.8 FTE
Job description
Director of Sailing at Windermere School
We are looking for a Director of Sailing to work as part of our Outdoor Education team at Windermere School.
This key role involves managing and delivering our sailing programme, fostering a passion for sailing among pupils, and maintaining high standards of safety and instruction. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in sailing, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to outdoor education. Accountable To Head of Outdoor Education.
Essentials:
- Passion to develop a youth sail racing team
- RYA Race Coach level 2
- RYA Dingy Instructor
- Ability to work four to five days a week, including Saturdays, with occasional Sundays. Variation to
day commitments negotiable in discussion with Head of Outdoor Education - Ability to coach one evening per week
Benefits:
- Generous private pension contribution
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Single person accommodation available
To apply please visit our website and complete an application form. For an informal chat please ring Paul Platt on 015394 46161 ext 264
How to apply
Email: anoorman@windermereschool.co.uk
Phone: 01539 446164
Website: Director of Sailing | Windermere School
Joint Services Adventurous Sail Training Centre
Job title Sailing Instructor
Location Main base for the job: JSASTC, Haslar Road, Gosport. Hampshire, PO12 2AQ
Job Type Full Time / Permanent
Salary £28,300
Job description
We are looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working in a team, responsible for providing on water training ranging from Competent Crew to Yachtmaster, depending on the qualifications held.
Sailing Instructors are required to deliver training on water for up to 20 working weeks a year. Time Off in Lieu is provided in line with Civil Service policy. For the remainder of the year, instructors will deliver shore-based activities working a 37-hour week as well as manage boat maintenance alongside engineering staff.
Essential Qualifications: YMO qualified with MCA Commercial Endorsement. In-date seafarers medical. RYA First Aid certificate, VHF Operators licence.
How to apply
Email: Kevin.Williams170@mod.gov.uk
Phone: 023 92 765611
Website: Army – Sailing Instructor (SI) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK
Horizons (Plymouth)
Job title Senior Instructor
Location Plymouth
Job type Full-time / Seasonal
Start date 01 April 2024 (Approx)
End date 31 October 2024 (Approx)
Salary £23,000 - £25,000 dependant on experience
Job description
Horizons (Plymouth) is looking for an enthusiastic RYA Senior Sailing Instructor to become a key part of our senior delivery team. They will work closely with our Operations Manager to deliver opportunities for our participants to engage in all of the RYA small boat scheme as well as powerboating and motorboating.
This role offers the chance to be part of a busy, fun and varied activity programme, working in the historic naval port of Plymouth. Although we currently only have a small team of 2 paid staff, we also have a team of 60 volunteers to help deliver our programmes. The Senior Instructor will need to be comfortable managing a team of volunteers and previous experience in working with Young People and those with additional needs would be very desirable.
How to apply
Email: lois@horizonsplymouth.org
Website: https://www.horizonsplymouth.org
Phone: 07712 657610
Kintyre Seasports
Job title Senior Instructor – development opportunity
Location Campbeltown, Argyll, PA28
Job type Full-time / Permanent / Seasonal
Start date By 31 March 2024, date negotiable
Salary Between £22,000 and £25,000 P.A. (depending on experience)
Job description
Kintyre Seasports is a ground-breaking charity based on the shores of Campbeltown Loch. We connect community organisations, watersports clubs and education providers and deliver health and well-being, education, and employability opportunities in the form of Changing Lives programmes; as well as non-profit commercial tourism to help cover costs and generate economic benefit. The project is actively supported by RYA Scotland.
We are looking for a capable and enthusiastic Senior Instructor with sailing and paddlesport qualifications to help us take the next step in expanding the project. The SI will primarily deliver sailing and paddlesports instruction, and, depending on qualifications, other courses and activities, working with volunteers in community projects and gaining experience in other disciplines. This is a unique opportunity for personal and professional development, with year round employment on the beautiful Kintyre Peninsula, and a relaxed and efficient working environment
How to apply
Email: jamie@kintyreseasports.co.uk