Composites Manufacturing Apprentice - Portland

SUNSEEKER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

Portland (DT5 1BL)

Closes in 5 days (Monday 31 March)

Posted on 5 March 2025

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Summary

In this position, you will play a pivotal role in the manufacturing of Composite components from Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP). From large moulds such as boat hulls and decks, to small moulds such as locker lids, you will learn traditional wet-lay-up GRP techniques and advanced closed moulding GRP infusion processes.

Wage
£15,704 a year

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Apprenticeship is currently as follows and is subject to change: Year 1. £7.55 per hour irrespective of age Year 2. £8.60 per hour (Aged 18-20 £10.00) (Aged 21 and over £12.21) On completion up to £14.00 per hour, plus overtime if available

Training course
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
Hours
7.00am - 3.30pm (five days a week), 8.30am to 5.00pm (block release - full week of study).

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 1 September

Duration

2 years

Positions available

8

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

In this position, you will play a pivotal role in the manufacturing of Composite components from Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP). From large moulds such as boat hulls and decks, to small moulds such as locker lids, you will learn traditional wet-lay-up GRP techniques and advanced closed moulding GRP infusion processes.

The role requires applicants who are searching for a labour intensive, team-based and, hands-on position. You will learn other aspects of Marine manufacture including, health and safety, production systems and quality measures.

Duties will include:

  • Wet lay up laminating using hand tools such as brushes and rollers
  • Cutting dry GRP materials
  • Measuring and mixing chemicals such as resins and gel coats
  • Finishing and repair work
  • Trimming Vacuum infusion
  • Planning lay up operations
  • General housekeeping and application of LEAN tools such as 5S

Where you’ll work

Osprey Quay
Portland
DT5 1BL

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

BOURNEMOUTH AND POOLE COLLEGE, THE

Your training course

Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Your training plan

Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:

ST0420 (HC) https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/lean-manufacturing-operative-v1-2

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

  • English (grade 4 or above)
  • Maths (grade 4 or above)

GCSE in:

  • 4 GCSE including English and Maths (grade 2 or above)

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

  • Attention to detail
  • Timekeeping

Other requirements

Once shortlisted, the candidate will be asked to apply to the Bournemouth and Poole College to attend an academic interview.

About this company

Sunseeker founders dreamt of building a new kind of yacht. Breaking boundaries in early design, we’ve revolutionised the motor yacht industry since our conception in 1967. We've always set our sights on the top of the ladder, using our passion and drive to trailblaze with innovation and energy. Technical and design excellence is fundamental to the very fabric of being a leading yacht manufacturer. Company record-breaking new product development investments will double the Sunseeker range to 22 models by the end of 2023. Expert hands and extraordinary attention to detail. Passed from generation to generation, these are the most valuable skills required to make a Sunseeker. In an era of digital production and automated assembly, we stay committed to creating hand-built, hand-finished boats. With a workforce of c.2000 Team Members, the hustle and bustle of our Shipyards and workforce creates a place like no other. With long serving employees and over 150 apprentices in training, our Sunseeker family gives a true reflection of our local community

https://www.sunseeker.com/careers (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

22 days holidays plus bank holidays A generous company pension scheme Company sick pay Overtime when available (for those 18 or older) Private medical insurance, dental care and an extra 3 days holiday after four years service.

After this apprenticeship

  • The opportunity for a permanent contract with private medical insurance, dental care and an extra 3 days holiday
  • Promotion opportunities and further education options also exist on the completion of training

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BOURNEMOUTH AND POOLE COLLEGE, THE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000307587.

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Closes in 5 days (Monday 31 March)

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Company’s application instructions

Apply to https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/Sunseeker/Job/JobDetail?JobId=1762