boat builder

Contract Boatbuilder – Composite Boats Winchester Minimum 3-month contract | Strong potential for 1–2 years’ ongoing work Limited Company contractors considered We are looking for an experienced Composite Boatbuilder to join a busy boatbuilding programme in the Winchester area. This is initially a minimum 3-month contract, but there is a strong possibility of the work continuing for 1–2 years for the right person. The key requirement for this role is someone who is genuinely experienced in joining decks to hulls and understands the practical build and assembly of small composite boats. These are relatively small craft, so we need someone who is comfortable working accurately and independently across the full deck-to-hull bonding and finishing process. The role You will be involved in: * Joining and bonding decks to hulls * Preparing mating surfaces prior to bonding * Adhesive bonding and composite joining techniques * Laminating and reinforcing deck-to-hull joints * Grinding, trimming, fitting and finishing * Checking alignment and fit before final bonding * Working with GRP/composite components * Supporting resin infusion and general composite boatbuilding activities where required * Reading basic drawings and build instructions * Ensuring a high standard of finish and build quality What we are looking for You must have previous hands-on experie...