L3 Boatbuilding Apprenticeship

Summary

With this apprenticeship you will acquire all the practical skills required to become a multi-talented boatbuilder. You will also be able to understand and interpret a production plan and drawings, helping you turn any concept into reality.

Annual wage: £13,937 a year
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Training course: Boatbuilder (level 3)
Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.00am - 4.00pm. Friday 8.00am - 2.30pm
35 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 15 September
Duration: 4 years
Positions available: 8

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

With this apprenticeship you will acquire all the practical skills required to become a multi-talented boatbuilder
You will also be able to understand and interpret a production plan and drawings, helping you turn any concept into reality
Refitting and repairing existing boats
Each apprentice will get an introduction into all relevant boatbuilding skills however they will be able to select areas they wish to specialise

Where you’ll work

MYLOR CREEK BOATYARD

MYLOR BRIDGE

CORNWALL

TR11 5NS

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

CORNWALL MARINE NETWORK LIMITED

Your training course

Boatbuilder (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Prepare the work area
Maintain safe, clean and efficient work methods and environments
Identify and minimise hazards and risks in the workplace
Select, use, maintain and store equipment, tools and materials
Follow and maintain work procedures, method statements and production records
Make the most efficient and effective use of resources, time and materials
Prepare for meetings and discussions
Use appropriate listening, questioning, recording and presentation techniques
Use appropriate marine terminology
Use estimating techniques to support discussions
Review and verify designs and plans
Finalise time and cost of the work to be done
Identify and source equipment, machinery, tools and materials
Make, produce and use jigs and templates as required
Set up tools and machinery
Manufacture or repair components to the required specification
Move components using the appropriate safe methods
Check components for robustness, fit and tolerances
Analyse problems with machinery, equipment,
tools and material, proposing/implementing solutions where appropriate
Move, shape and manipulate components to achieve best fit
Select and use appropriate methods for holding materials and components in place during assembly, and for the connecting, fixing and assembly of materials and components
Safeguard materials and components during assembly
Select suitable methods of repair that are effective and maintain original construction
Select suitable methods for fault finding and analysis
Make repairs whilst safeguarding the integrity of components and the surrounding area
Identify, mark, store and organise dismantled parts for reassembly
Determine the order and work methods
Install and fix components using the most appropriate method and material
Ensure that joins are suitably made and treated
Position and fit items
Finalise fit out for deck hardware
Check joins are sealed and fit for purpose
Prepare surfaces, treat suitably and ensure are free from defects and protected
Soften or suitably finish edges
Assess quality of work
Assess fixtures and fittings for quality and stability
Contribute to the commissioning of the boat as required
Assemble required documentation
Brief recipients verbally with necessary documentation

Your training plan

Cockwells Training Academy are offering the opportunity to undertake a 4-year Level 3 Boatbuilding Apprenticeship. During the Apprenticeship you will gain City & Guilds level 2 and 3 qualifications
Cornwall Marine Network are providing high quality apprenticeship training at the Cockwells Training Academy, offering fantastic opportunities for enthusiastic individuals to join a highly skilled team of craftsmen and women in the role of an Apprentice Boatbuilder
Functional Skills in English and maths if required
Delivery method and location of training to be confirmed

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths and English (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Physical fitness

Other requirements

Would involve working outdoors and some heavy lifting. Travel between sites in Mylor Bridge and Ponsharden

About this company

With over 25 years’ boatbuilding experience Cockwells is a reputable global brand and a growing company. Mylor Creek Boatyard, Mylor Bridge, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 5NS

After this apprenticeship

Become a qualified boat builder, laminator and fabricator.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CORNWALL MARINE NETWORK LIMITED

Carol Churcher

carol.churcher@cornwallmarine.net

07375924249

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000287517.

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Closes on Friday 23 May

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