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Carpenter / Boat Builder

Job details
Posting date: 22 July 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 21 August 2025
Location: Corpach, PH33 7JL
Remote working: On-site only
Company: HIJOBS
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 302564

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Summary

A Carpenter / Boat Builder is required to join our small but busy team at Mallaig Boatyard Ltd, Corpach Slipway. The Boatyard provides repair and maintenance services to fishing, passenger and aquaculture vessels up and down the West Coast of Scotland.

The position is offered on a full time permanent basis, minimum 40 hours per week, 08:30-17:00, Monday to Friday, with the ability to work overtime.

We are seeking an experienced Carpenter / Boat Builder to join our team. You will be responsible for repairing and fabricating various structures according to specifications, ensuring high standards of quality and safety are met.

The successful applicant should also:

· Have recognised qualifications in carpentry/boat building,

· Have previous experience as a carpenter/boat builder,

· Be able to operate hand tools and machinery relevant to the role,

· To be able to read and interpret instruction,

· Excellent attention to detail,

· Liaise proactively with providers, colleagues and management,

· Self-motivated, working with minimal supervision,

· To be able to work independently and as part of a team,

· Excellent timekeeping and work ethic,

· Full UK driving licence,

Other benefits:

· 28 days holiday per annum,

· Auto enrolment on to a pension scheme after probationary period,

· Pay negotiable, depending on experience,

· Car sharing / transport available if travelling from Mallaig.

Immediate start is available for the right candidate.

This is an amazing opportunity to work in a varied and interesting roll in the beautiful Highlands of Scotland.

If you are interested in this position, please send in your CV and cover letter to mallaigboatyard@gmail.com

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