Lowestoft · On-site
Caudwell Marine is an innovative start-up engineering company, financially backed by John Caudwell, entrepreneur, business leader and philanthropist. We are developing a revolutionary patented outboard motor and Vessel Control System for launch in 2025.
As a growing and dynamic team, we are passionate about bringing this cutting-edge technology to market. At Caudwell Marine, every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of our product. With a collaborative and hands-on approach, we foster an environment of mutual support, where each person’s expertise drives the success of our ambitious plan.
Reporting to the Boat Operations Supervisor you will be operating as a Skipper in command of the vessels to support our Validation Testing of Caudwell Marines Diesel Outboard Drive System. In addition, you will be required to carry out necessary activities to ensure the smooth operation of our workshop and Alicat testing facility.
Responsibilities:
To assist with vessel testing as required
Ensure that everyone is always safe on our vessels and ensure that anyone on board knows and adheres to safety protocols
Be competent at close quarter manoeuvring and ensure that the vessels are secured when not in use
Ensure that maritime laws and local regulations are always followed
All other duties and activities reasonably requested to achieve Company goals
Travel to other facilities or customers if required
Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with Caudwell Marines Health and Safety Policy, ensuring that any Health and Safety issues are highlighted in the first Instance and operate on a ‘zero tolerance’ basis
Previous experience of Small, Medium Enterprise (SME)
Demonstrated ability to ‘roll your sleeves up’ and personally get things done as part of a small team
Ability to read and understand technical manuals
Personal Attributes:
Must be Dependable, Positive, Flexible and Effective in the workplace
Must demonstrate a Continuous Improvement mindset that can be applied to the Product, Working Practices and Facility
Must be a proven self-starter who welcomes a challenge
Must be able to work flexible hours and overtime as required
Team player, comfortable with supporting, and accepting support from, colleagues
High energy to drive results with enthusiasm and pace
Determination to achieve the best possible business results.
Qualifications:
Skipper
Must have relevant experience as a skipper ideally on ribs/tenders of circa 12m
Powerboat Advanced (essential) – commercially endorsed
Yachtmaster (preferred) – commercially endorsed
VHF Short Range
First Aid
Clean driving licence and own transport
Medical ENG/1 or ML5
Personal Survival Techniques
Telehandler licence would be an advantage.
Clean driving licence and own transport
Additional Details:
Location: Lowestoft
Job type: Contract
Operating a 2-shift system of AM Shift: 06:00-13:30 and PM Shift: 13:45 – 20:45 or 13:45 – 23:30 (flexibility will be required)
Candidate needs to be flexible to maintain and manage testing requirements.
5-day working week, with flexibility to work weekends on an as-needed basis
Disclaimer:
Caudwell Marine operates a Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for recruitment agencies, which is currently not under review. Agencies not on our PSL are kindly requested to refrain from submitting speculative CVs or contacting our hiring managers or employees directly regarding recruitment matters.
Please note that any CVs submitted by non-PSL agencies, whether speculative or otherwise, will be treated as unsolicited.
Caudwell Marine Ltd
Skipper - Contract
Contract
Lowestoft · On-site
Negotiable
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