Careers

WORKING WITH PREMIER MARINAS 

Marina Manager - Swanwick Marina 

Premier Marinas owns and operates nine leading South Coast marinas and is seeking to recruit an experienced commercial manager for Swanwick Marina. With over 5,000 berths combined, Premier Marinas strives to be the finest marina operator in the UK, providing first class boat storage services and quality boatyard facilities at all its marinas. Swanwick Marina is located on the River Hamble and with phase 2 of the marina reconfiguration and renewal being undertaken in the forthcoming months this is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate.

The Marina Manager is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the marina. Responsibilities include financial performance, marina and dry stack occupancy, berth utilisation and boatyard operation plus the maintenance of onsite facilities, plant and equipment.     

Candidates must have the ability to communicate effectively and to delegate appropriately; have experience in H&S and be able to demonstrate compliance with relevant laws and regulations.    

The team at Swanwick Marina are committed to providing its berth holders and tenants with the highest standards of customer care, as such this full time position will require some weekend working to support this ethos.   

The management of the Swanwick team is key to the success of the marina and candidates must have a proven track record of coaching and mentoring to improve performance. Experience of developing, motivating and empowering a team to deliver outstanding levels of customer service is vital for this role.

Experience

Essential:    

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience of managing and leading a team within the leisure sector

• Proven leadership skills

• Evidence of having increased the profitability of revenue lines

Desirable:

• Experience of managing multiple marinas or facilities

If you consider you have the key skills and knowledge to succeed in this role please apply in writing to Tracey Jefkins, Head of HR, Premier Marinas Ltd, Swanwick Marina, Southampton, SO31 1ZL or at careers@premiermarinas.com. Applications should be supported by a current CV and covering letter describing why you are applying for the role along with your salary expectation. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Closing date for applications is Friday 27th September 2019. Successful applicants will be contacted and invited for interview within 2 weeks of the closing date. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. A copy of our Applicant Privacy notice can be found on our website.

 Boatyard Operative - Chichester Marina

The position of ‘Boatyard Operative’ has become available at Premier Marinas’ Chichester Marina. This is a great opportunity for a customer focused individual, with a flexible work ethic, to join a fast paced team on a busy marina in a great location within Chichester Harbour.

 Candidates must be able to demonstrate:

• Ability to understand and deliver excellent customer service
• Flexibility and adaptability to both marina and boatyard operations
• Ability to learn and use computer software systems
• “A can do” attitude and flexible approach to team work
  

This role includes working outdoors in all weathers and will require some weekend and bank holidays working. Previous experience of plant operation and boat handling would be a major advantage but training, where required, will be given. A full diving license is essential.

If you would like to be part of a team delivering excellent customer service and believe you have the key skills and knowledge required please apply in writing to Tracey Jefkins, Head of HR, supported by a current CV and covering letter describing why you are applying for the role along with your salary expectation. Email address: careers@premiermarinas.com

Closing date for applications is 30^th August 2019. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Our Applicant privacy policy is available on our website.

Lock Keeper - Chichester Marina

Premier Marinas Ltd are seeking to recruit  a Lock Keeper to work at our prestigious Chichester Marina. The successful candidate will be joining a dedicated team who work hard to provide the highest levels of customer service and satisfaction. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following in order to qualify for consideration:

• Proven customer service or customer facing experience

• Must have a “can do” attitude

• The ability to work alone and as part of a team

• Be able to stay calm under pressure

• Be computer literate

• Be able to swim

The following would be advantageous but not essential; experience of boat handling and a local knowledge of Chichester Harbour sailing area and cruising grounds. You will be working as per duty rota to include nights, weekends, Bank/Public holidays on a 4 on 4 off 12 hour shift pattern.

Applications should be made in writing with a covering letter outlining why you would be a suitable candidate, along with a current CV to Tracey Jefkins, Head of HR, Premier Marinas Ltd, Swanwick Marina, Southampton, SO31 1ZL or at careers@premiermarinas.com. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Successful applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks of the closing date. Our Applicant Privacy notice is available on our website.

Closing date for applications Friday 30^th August 2019 for interviews before Tuesday 10^th September 2019. 

Marina Operative - Chichester Marina

Premier Marinas are seeking to recruit a customer focused, outgoing individual with a passion for delivering the highest level of customer service at our Chichester Marina. As the face and personality of the marina you will play a vital part in how we are viewed by berth holders and visitors to our site. You must have pride in yourself, the quality of your work and your place of work.

The role will be demanding at times and therefore the personal qualities we are looking for are:

• Strong & confident interpersonal skills
• Professional friendly manner
• Ability and willingness to work on your own initiative and to be proactive
• Reliable with a  strong sense of responsibility
• Calm, polite and able to work under pressure
• Comfortable working outside and near the water

You will be working as per the duty rota which will include working some weekends and bank holidays.

Applications should be made in writing with a covering letter explaining why you would be a suitable candidate, along with a current CV to Tracey Jefkins, Head of HR, Premier Marinas Ltd, Swanwick Marina, Southampton, SO31 1ZL or at careers@premiermarinas.com. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Successful applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Closing dates for applications Friday 30^th August 2019.