Marine Technician

Le Boat, part of the Travelopia group, is Europe and Canada's leading provider of self-drive boating holidays on inland waterways, with a fleet of more than 900 charter boats. It is looking for a hands-on Marine Technician to join the team at Marina Wolfsbruch in Brandenburg, Germany, starting as soon as possible on a permanent, full-time contract. The role reports to the Base Manager and keeps the fleet safe, reliable and ready for guests.

The role:

• Carry out preventive and reactive maintenance on the boat fleet
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems, including diesel engines, pumps, batteries, hydraulics and plumbing and water systems
• Complete minor GRP and cosmetic repairs and general boat maintenance
• Prepare, commission and decommission boats at the start and end of the season
• Manage spare parts and keep stock levels adequate
• Handle emergency repairs and technical call-outs when needed
• Help with boat preparation, fuelling, watering and other work around the harbour and yard, and support guests with boat handovers and technical questions

Working hours: November to March, Monday to Friday. April to October, Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday with rotating days off. A rota for technical stand-by and emergency cover may apply during the season.

What's on offer:

• Salary in line with experience, with an annual salary review
• Annual performance-related bonus
• Additional pay for Sunday working
• Training and development opportunities
• Le Boat work clothing
• Employee referral scheme with rewards
• Travelopia group benefits, including holiday discounts
• Company closure over Christmas

• Experience as a marine technician, boat technician, mechanic or similar hands-on technical role
• Good knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience with marine diesel engines is an advantage
• Practical, solution-focused and organised way of working
• Customer-focused, able to work independently and in a team
• Passion for boats or experience in the boating or marine industry is highly desirable
• Team leader experience is an advantage
• Driving licence required