Shipwright Apprentice

Using and maintaining hand tools Assisting fellow Shipwrights Repair activies such as cutting scarf joints, plank and timber frame repairs Working on hull and skin fittings

Training:

Boatbuilder Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

Training will take place both on the job at Birdham Pool Marina and off the job at Southampton College, attending on either a block or day release model You'll benefit from expert teaching and cutting-edge facilities at the College’s new Centre of Excellence for Maritime

Training Outcome:
To be a permanent employee of the business, forging a long and successful career as a Shipwright

Employer Description:
Tim Gilmore first began restoring, repairing and maintaining wooden boats from Dolphin Quay in Emsworth, 1996. After much hard work and dedication, the level of business steadily increased until he was able to employ a small team of talented shipwrights on a full time basis. This eventually led to the business moving to its current location in Birdham Pool, where they are able to offer a large, well equipped shed with full in-house facilities, as well as use of the neighbouring marina’s boatyard capabilities. Over the years, as traditional shipwrights, they have worked on many fine wooden vessels of different types and class, for customers who recognise and appreciate that often a lot of work is necessary to look after them as ‘custodians’ for future generations.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm. Tea break at 10.00am and 30 minutes for lunch at 1.00pm.

Skills:
Team working,Creative,Initiative,Physical fitness,Hand skills,Interest in Marine field,Enthusiasm,Punctual