23 Sep 2026
Boat Builder
Boat Builder – Fleet Services
Location: Wapping Marine Workshop, London
Salary: £46,985 starting salary, rising to £49,670
Full-time | Permanent
SLR Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Boat Builder to join a specialist marine team based at Wapping Marine Workshop in London.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a unique fleet of operational vessels supporting the Metropolitan Police Marine Policing Unit.
You’ll be working on a wide variety of vessels, including RHIBs, Targa patrol vessels, jet-powered craft and other specialist marine assets, with no two days necessarily being the same.
The Role
We’re looking for someone with solid boat building / marine engineering experience who takes pride in producing high-quality workmanship.
Why Join?
Starting salary: £46,985, made up of:
Location
Wapping Marine Workshop, London
The workshop is a dedicated marine maintenance facility supporting the Marine Policing Unit and carries out vessel maintenance, structural repairs, modifications, inspections and fleet support.
If you’re an experienced Boat Builder looking for a new challenge and would like the opportunity to work on a truly unique range of operational vessels, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today or get in touch with SLR Recruitment for more information.
Location: Wapping Marine Workshop, London
Salary: £46,985 starting salary, rising to £49,670
Full-time | Permanent
SLR Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Boat Builder to join a specialist marine team based at Wapping Marine Workshop in London.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a unique fleet of operational vessels supporting the Metropolitan Police Marine Policing Unit.
You’ll be working on a wide variety of vessels, including RHIBs, Targa patrol vessels, jet-powered craft and other specialist marine assets, with no two days necessarily being the same.
The Role
- GRP repairs and structural reconstruction
- Vessel modifications and upgrades
- General boat building and maintenance
- Hull repairs and inspections
- Supporting vessel enhancement and fleet development projects
- Quality assurance inspections
- Assisting with sea trials and testing
- Working to relevant marine and safety standards
- Working as part of a close-knit specialist marine team
We’re looking for someone with solid boat building / marine engineering experience who takes pride in producing high-quality workmanship.
- GRP / composite repairs
- Structural boat building and repairs
- Vessel maintenance and modifications
- Marine construction or outfitting
- Reading technical drawings
- Working with specialist marine tools and equipment
Why Join?
- Work on a diverse fleet of operational vessels
- Get involved in complex repairs and modifications
- Work on high-profile marine operations
- Access manufacturer and specialist marine training
- Develop your skills within a specialist workshop environment
- Benefit from an excellent pension and annual leave package
- Be part of a team supporting frontline policing and emergency operations
Starting salary: £46,985, made up of:
- £43,976 basic salary
- £2,009 location allowance
- £1,000 non-pensionable allowance
Location
Wapping Marine Workshop, London
The workshop is a dedicated marine maintenance facility supporting the Marine Policing Unit and carries out vessel maintenance, structural repairs, modifications, inspections and fleet support.
If you’re an experienced Boat Builder looking for a new challenge and would like the opportunity to work on a truly unique range of operational vessels, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today or get in touch with SLR Recruitment for more information.
- Vessel modifications and upgrades
- GRP repairs and structural reconstruction
- Supporting vessel enhancement and fleet development projects