TECHNICAL SALES PERSON - SOUTH, UK

JOB DESCRIPTION

A specialist marine power, systems and equipment supplier We are UK distributors for Caudwell Axis Drive, TRAC stabilisers, thrusters and hydraulic systems, Maxwell windlasses, and Lombardini Marine engines and main dealer for Avon/Zodiac, Simpson Davits, MAN, Perkins Sabre, ZF and Kohler.

We are committed to continuing our expansion and have a requirement for a Technical Sales Person to join our team and take responsibility for selling Lombardini Marine engines, Avon/Zodiac RIBS and Inflatables and Simpson Davits.

To be successful in this role you will need to be self motivated and driven to succeed, proven in marine equipment sales and have a technical background. Have a desire to deliver excellent customer service at all times and be able to work under pressure individually or as part of a team.  The role will be varied and interesting, whilst concentrating on three key products there will also be opportunity to sell other engine and related products from our comprehensive range.  The roll includes the inevitable administration duties, you must comply to company procedures, have attention to detail, be a good communicator, team player and computer literate.

SALARY

On request

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/technical_sales_person_south_uk.htm

TECHNICAL RACING SENIOR ADMINISTRATOR - SOUTH, UK

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking an enthusiastic Administrator to provide comprehensive support to our Technical Department with respect to the sail racing technical needs of the Association.

The successful candidate will need to have a good understanding of and interest in small craft racing as the role involves liaising with our customers on measurement and certification.  They will be computer literate, with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.  They will have the ability to work on their own initiative and prioritise a heavy workload with minimum supervision in a small and busy team.

Closing date for applications: Monday 19 October 2009

Interview date: Thursday 29 October

SALARY

Salary £17,850 pa, rising to £19,840
35 hours per week
Range of benefits including free parking, pension scheme, free life insurance, 23 days annual leave plus public holidays.

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/NEW_TECHNICAL_RACING_SENIOR_ADMINISTRATOR__SOUTH_U.htm

TECHNICAL SALES

JOB DESCRIPTION

This pioneering company has developed the product in the Grandprix race sector and is now in the process of rolling out the technology to the Superyacht market and the broader race/cruise markets. Whilst expanding into new markets the business wants to consolidate and maintain its cutting edge position in the grandprix race sector and is looking for a technical sales representative to focus on developing existing/creating new relationships in this area. Specifically this role will be working with syndicates involved in Americas Cup, Volvo, French Open classes, multihulls and maxi's

The successful candidate will be a dynamic individual with a solid design/engineering background and capable of communicating effectively with professional sailors on the design/development of their rigging systems. You will be an experienced racing sailor with good trade connections and an understanding of the marine rigging/mast industry.

Key responsibilities
- Be the main sales contact for key grandprix race syndicates
- Achieve specified annual sales targets
- Handle sales negotiations
- Act as liaison between customers, Engineering and R&D department to ensure continued development of our grandprix race products to satisfy client expectations and maintain our market leading position in this market

Qualities
- Energetic, dynamic
- Design / engineering, marine industry background
- Experienced international sailor
- Sales experience
- Computer Literate (inc CAD)
- Based Valencia
- Willing to travel
- Preferably EU passport

SALARY

Basic (depending on experience) plus performance related pay

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/technical_sales__vacancy_filled.htm

TECHNICAL SALES ENGINEER

JOB DESCRIPTION

A well educated, personable ,Technical Sales Engineer required for Poole based metal fabrications company. Established for over 20 years making a range of products that are well known in the industry. The position is to back up the Managing Director who does not have the time to follow up all enquiries and leads and to travel to meet all customers.

Some travel would be required to all parts of the UK and possibly Europe. Knowledge of AutoCAD and Solidworks would be an advantage. A good working knowledge of the industry and its people would be beneficial. Estimating skills, whilst not vital, could be useful, the candidate must be computer literate in the usual Microsoft packages.

We offer a friendly, small, office environment with a good team spirit. This position would suite someone who really enjoys boats, possibly fairly fresh out of college and keen to move on up the industry. Alternatively the candidate may be someone who has many years experience of the industry who just fancies a change ?

Our products range from Superyacht stainless steel deck equipment to fuel and water tanks for most of the UK's leading Powerboat Builders. We also produce architectural tube, fittings and railway carriage equipment in stainless steel.

We exhibit at several boatshows every year at which the candidate may well be required to assist. A flexible approach to working hours would be needed, as and when required.
Above all we work hard and play hard, this position has come about as we are actively expanding, and it has good prospects for the right person.

SALARY

Negotiable, depending on experience.

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/technical_sales_engineer__vacancy_filled.htm

TECHNICAL COMPOSITE SUPERVISOR

JOB DESCRIPTION

Due to ongoing development our client are seeking an experienced Technical Supervisor working for an established company.

The company is the specialist composite division of one of the largest dedicated composite components building materials manufacturer in the UK.

They provide quick and effective solution to composite component manufacture; in closed mould, resin infusion, vacuum bagging and traditional hand laminate techniques.

As a supplier to leading UK and international brand name companies in the Marine, Home Improvement and Construction markets, they have developed skills within both high quality precision tool production and volume component manufacture.

You will be joining a large fully equipped R & D facility for mould design and production and over 45,000 sq ft of production space dedicated exclusively to composite manufacture.

The main tasks of the Technical Supervisor to effectively and efficiently control and supervise the production and maintenance of all patterns, plugs, moulds and prototype components and to assist fully in the development and introduction of new production processes and procedures

As part of the company’s supervisory team the Technical Supervisor will be responsible for:
Technical matters as well as staff discipline, direction, health & safety, appraisals and working procedures,
The role will answer to the R&D Technical Director and work side by side with the shop floor Foreman as part of a close knit team.
The role would initially be part office based part practical.

Outline of Main Tasks:

Ensure research and development or mould replacement / maintenance projects are carried out in accordance with company operating practices.

Efficiently organise the R&D workshop daily activities, and to ensure that the correct materials, equipment and tooling are used to achieve the required specifications.

Work closely with the R&D / Technical Director on all aspects of the R&D remit with regular and accurate reporting where required.

Ensure that the R&D team is fully conversant with the company’s quality standards for product manufacture and that they are complied with.

Ensure that all finished products are timely and appropriately handed over to the relevant department, and to ensure that the relevant staffs in that department are aware of the correct procedures associated with these items.

Desired Skills and Experience:

Well developed and thorough composite materials & processing knowledge
Computer Literate - MS Word / Excel / Project / Outlook
Basic AutoCAD Skills
Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements and their implementation
Good supervisory skills and a good team worker
Able to establish effective relationships with customers and suppliers

SALARY

An attractive salary is on offer; the range being very dependant on the skills and experience the individual brings to the company.

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/technical_composite_supervisor.htm

TECHNICAL AND PERFORMANCE SUPPORT MANAGER - HAMPSHIRE, UK

JOB DESCRIPTION

Applicants for this position must have a reasonable technical knowledge of yachts and yachting equipment, together with experience of managing budgets. The applicant must have excellent communication and organisational skills and be committed to work within a team enviroment.  Some commercial experience would be an advantage.

It is essential that applicants are computer literate and have a wide experience in using Microsoft packages - Project, Excel, Outlook, Word etc

SALARY

Depending on experience

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/NEW_TECHNICAL_AND_PERFORMANCE_SUPPORT_MANAGER__HAM.htm

SUPERYACHT REFIT PROJECT MANAGER - MALLORCA

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our client is a specialist Superyacht management company offering the highest quality of owner support in all aspects of Superyacht new build, operational management, refit and consultancy. The company is growing steadily and needs a Project Manager to take over the refit operations and grow the business in this rapidly expanding refit centre.

Reporting to the Managing Partner and as a key member of a small core team you will be responsible for directly managing a number of refit projects simultaneously with appropriate support, and for developing and growing the refit business. Projects are likely to encompass all aspects of engineering; mechanical. electrical, electronic, hydraulic and the yachts employ comprehensive services; power generation, desalination, air conditioning and piped services, navigation and communication equipment. In addition Superyachts are furnished with superlative quality furniture, fixtures and fittings, with high quality woods, furnishings and materials. The refits involve intricate planning and diplomacy and require the management of a complexity of specifications, trades and sub-contractors under time pressures.

You should be professionally qualified with wide ranging experience and a proven track record in managing large and small scale, complex and intricate, mostly engineering, projects for demanding clients with very high standards - quality is paramount. Accustomed to run simultaneous projects you must be self-reliant and motivated and able to plan, organise and subcontract work as well as projecting the company in the quest for growth. The successful candidate will have highly developed interpersonal skills allowing them to relate professionally and sensitively to owner's, captains and crew as well as contractors and dock personnel. Computer literacy and financial competence are required and a good working knowledge of English and Spanish are essential.

Candidates with a proven track record of Superyacht refits would be preferred. However suitably qualified and experienced candidates in the field of project management in the manufacturing and processing industries are encouraged to apply.

SALARY

For discussion from EUR65,000 plus bonus depending on experience

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/superyacht_refit_project_manager_mallorca.htm 

TECHNICAL / SALES PERSON

JOB DESCRIPTION

A composite and coating company are searching for a technical / sales person to join their expanding team.

SALARY

To be discussed

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/technical__sales_person__vacancy_filled.htm

SUPERYACHT SALES

DESCRIPTION

Out client is the market leading composite standing rigging manufacturer in a rapidly expanding market. This pioneering company has developed the product in the Grandprix race sector and is now in the process of rolling out the technology to the Superyacht and broader race/cruise markets. Future Fibres was first into the Superyacht market based on its proven system. The benefits of composite over traditional rod rigging are significant and the majority of the superyacht industry has already bought into the fact that this is the future for this sector. The company’s aim therefore is to become a long term, dominant player in this sector.

The successful candidate will be a dynamic individual with solid marine industry background, good trade connections (designers, shipyards, project managers) and an understanding of the superyacht industry. He/she will be an effective communicator / negotiator with sales experience - particularly large contract negotiations. The business is squarely in the middle of the marine industry however, the culture of the organisation is anything but, therefore, we are not looking for your ‘average’ sales professional.

Key responsibilities

- Be the main sales contact for key superyacht projects
- Achieve specified annual sales targets
- Handle sales negotiations and attend client meetings
- Maintain relationships with key influencer groups: Designers, shipyards, project managers, Skippers
- Maintain up to date information on global superyacht order book plus retrofit opportunities
- Act as liaison between customers, engineering and R&D departments to ensure continued development of our clients superyacht products to satisfy their client expectations and maintain our clients market leading position in this market

Qualities

- Energetic, dynamic team player
- Confident sales professional
- Excellent communicator and relationship builder
- Eye for detail, quality and service
- Experienced sailor and knowledge of masts/rigging
- Computer Literate
- Based Valencia
Worldwide, regular travel

SALARY

An excellent package is on offer to the successful candidate. Further details will be available on successful application

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/superyacht_sales.htm

SUPERYACHT BUILD AND REFIT PROJECT MANAGER - £45,000 OTE - UK

JOB DESCRIPTION

You will be responsible for directly managing one large or a number of smaller new build and/or refit projects simultaneously with appropriate support, and for developing and growing  business footprint.
Projects will encompass AV, IT, communications, navigation and security solutions. They will involve intricate planning and diplomacy and require the management of a complexity of specifications, supervision of up to 20 ANT technicians and sub-contractors under time pressures and attending meetings with clients and shipyards.

You should be professionally qualified with wide ranging experience and a proven track record in managing large and small scale, complex and intricate, mostly leading edge technology electrical engineering, projects for demanding clients with very high standards - quality is paramount.  Accustomed to run simultaneous projects you must be self-reliant and motivated and able to plan and organise work as well as projecting the company in the quest for growth. The successful candidate will have highly developed interpersonal skills allowing them to relate professionally and sensitively to owners, captains and crew as well as contractors and shipyard personnel. Computer literacy and financial competence are required and a good working knowledge of English is essential.  Knowledge of MS Project would be an advantage.

Candidates with a proven track record of Superyacht AV and electrical engineering and project management would be preferred.  However, suitably qualified and experienced candidates in the field of project management in the manufacturing and processing industries are encouraged to apply.

SALARY

For discussion, but from £45,000 OTE depending on experience

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/superyacht_build_refit_project_manager_uk.htm

STRUCTURAL DESIGNER / ENGINEER WITH SMALL CRAFT EXPERIENCE - HAMPSHIRE, UK

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our design team is looking for a Naval Architect or a person with similar education for a job in the UK branch.  You will be a member of an enthusiastic team working in close cooperation on all aspects of yacht development.  The position available will mainly involve structural design and drafting with opportunities to get involved in other areas of general design as and when the development schedule allows.

Our expectations
.    Education in Naval Architecture/Engineering.  YPD, Ship Science or similar.
.    Experience in analysis of GRP structures, production of laminate descriptions and detailed work drawings. 
.    Minimum 18 months design office experience.
.    Must be AutoCAD proficient.
.    Preferably experience with modelling in 3D CAD systems (We use Unigraphics NX). 
.    Attention to detail and a practical approach to problem solving.
.    Experience with designs in materials such as wood, GRP, steel and aluminium.
.    Knowledge of yachts and sailing is a 'must'.  Preferably you are a keen sailor like most of the members of the team.
.    Occasional travel to our Danish site may be required.

We offer
.    An exciting and challenging job in a growing international company.
.    Colleagues with commitment and a job in an informal atmosphere.
.    Experience of all aspects of yacht development throughout the design process.

Please send your CV and covering letter when applying for the position

SALARY

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/structural_designer_engineer_hamble_uk.htm

SPAR RIGGER AND SALES - NORTHAMPTON, UK

JOB DESCRIPTION

Due to further expansion, an opportunity to join the UK's fastest growing dinghy specialist. The ideal candidate should be confident in dinghy mast work, splicing and swaging. Or be able to demonstrate accuracy, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. A good knowledge of dinghies would be an advantage.

For the appropriate candidate this role could be extended into new and used boat sales, whilst still overseeing the rigging department.

SALARY

Dependent on experience

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/SPAR_RIGGER_SALES_NORTHAMPTON_UK.htm

SOUTHERN AREA MANAGER - SOUTH, UK

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking to recruit a dynamic and enthusiastic person to the UK sales team to work on the strategically important Southern region, taking in some of the country's greatest sailing area's and therefore strongest marine business opportunities.

The successful candidate would be based on or near the South Coast, as the region covered by this position spans across the country below the M4 corridor. 

A successful track record in sales would of course be a distinct advantage as would an interest in Sailing, but an ability to manage your time and work on your own initiative, coupled with a determined and enthusiastic approach is essential.

Extensive UK Travel and some time spent away from home are a key part of this job, and should be considered when applying; however the successful candidate will gain a rewarding position working with a respected brand within the marine industry.

SALARY

Tailored to experience

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/SOUTHERN_AREA_MANAGER__SOUTH_UK.htm

SOUTH WEST SALES MANAGER - SOUTHAMPTON - BOURNEMOUTH, SOUTH WEST UK

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are the leading UK manufacturer for braided ropes and cords and one of the most recognised names in the UK leisure marine industry. Supplying a full range of UK manufactured products we are looking to maintain the existing customer base while developing new markets outside the traditional leisure marine focus.

The Position:

* To maintain regular contact with a database of existing customers.
* To retain these customers, increase sales volume and maximise cross selling opportunities.
* To build a rapport and provide a first class customer experience.
* To increase customer size and turnover through quoting and closing deals for new customers.

The person:

* Previous business to business sales experience,
* You will be self motivated and able to work on own initiative.
* You should have a positive outlook and be able to deal with a large range of people and situations.
* You should be capable of overcoming objections and closing sales.
* Previous experience of the marine industry would be an advantage, but is not essential.
* Proven experience of achieving sales targets
* Flexibility to stay away on business where required

SALARY

Market rate depending on experience. Salary will be made up from a basic and OTE. Company car, Laptop, Phone included as part of package.

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/south_west_sales_manager_southampton_bournemouth.htm

SKIPPERS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Marine Resources has recently become involved with a massive marina development project in Qatar. We are working along side the top people involved in the project to source some of the best people in the industry to join their team in Qatar.

Candidates must be experienced Skippers and hold a minimum of RYA Yachtmaster (Power) commercially endorsed.

A fantastic package and prospects are offered to successful candidates!

SALARY

A fantastic package and prospects are offered to successful candidates!

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:
http://www.marineresources.co.uk/skippers__vacancy_filled.htm

SKIPPER

JOB DESCRIPTION

Urgently required to deliver a 54ft yacht back from Antigua to Lymington leaving approx 7th May. Must be Commercially Endorsed Yacht Master.

SALARY

Negotiable daily rate plus expenses

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/skipper__vacancy_filled.htm

SERVICE TECHNICIANS – WARRANTY & REPAIR – CONTRACT POSITION

JOB DESCRIPTION

A leading manufacturer of production line yachts operate a service centre in the South of France. They currently have a larger number of yachts throughout the Med and Atlantic coast that require various aspects of warranty work including servicing; boat repair and installation.

Current pending issue is replacing all windows seals.

This will initially be a 3 month contract with potential of becoming a full time position.

Candidates will have sound knowledge of production line yachts; previous experience in yacht repair; servicing and installation.

SALARY

Monthly rate to be confirmed
All expenses covered including travel; accommodation and food.

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/service_technicians_contract_france.htm

SKIPPER

JOB DESCRIPTION

A qualified skipper is required to run a Beneteau 57 for a 1 year contract to oversee the final build stages, conduct sea trials in La Rochelle and then sail the boat around the Med and onto the Caribbean.

The ideal candidate may have worked within a similar position before or as a mate and wishes to take on their first full time skipper’s role.

All applicants must have relevant RYA qualifications.

SALARY

£18,000 - £20,000 per annum

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/skipper__vacancy_filled1.htm

SERVICE MANAGER

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our client is the market leading composite standing rigging manufacturer in a rapidly expanding market. Their service department is entering a period of rapid growth as they develop a global service infrastructure to support the increasing volume of their products in the market. They are looking for a dynamic individual to lead this young department and take responsibility for managing day to day service operations both in the workshop and co-ordinate activities off site.

The successful candidate will be a dynamic, effective manager. He/she must have good organisational skills and capable of communicating effectively with high profile clients. Quality and service must be at the heart of this individual’s work ethic and an understanding of mast and rigging plus time spent in the Superyacht industry would be an advantage

Key responsibilities

- Manage day to day activities of the in-house service department
- Co-ordinate activities of the Superyacht Service Programme
- Liaise with service centres around the world
- Liaise with sales department re service work and client relationships
- Co-ordinating / consolidating service schedules and forecasting resource requirements
- Ensure all service work is completed on time and on budget
- Responsible for estimating, invoicing and negotiating final prices with clients
- Update and maintain service records
- Update and maintain service manuals
- Attend new build stepping and dressing as required
- Attend any service/repair issues off site as required
- Run and maintain test bed (include test log)

Qualities

- Energetic, dynamic
- Good organisational and management skills
- Fluent English – Spanish an advantage
- Good computer skills (Word/Excel) – database an advantage
- Prepared to travel
- Based Valencia

SALARY

An excellent package is on offer to the successful candidate. Further details will be available on successful application

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/service_manager.htm

SERVICE MANAGER

JOB DESCRIPTION

Golden Arrow Marine is a specialist marine power and systems supplier and is part of the growing Salterns Marina Ltd group, as a result of staff progression within the group we have a vacancy for a Service Manager. We are UK distributors for Lombardini Marine, TRAC stabilisers and thrusters, and Maxwell windlasses. We are also main area dealers for MAN, Perkins Sabre, ZF Marine and Kohler. Based at Saxon Wharf, Southampton the Service Manager is responsible for the total day to day running of our busy workshop and currently 8 service engineers.

To be successful in this role you must have a desire to deliver excellent customer service at all times and able to work under pressure. Have good communication and personnel management skills and the ability to get engineers to deliver consistently high standards of work. Providing quotes and costing for jobs together with monitoring work in progress is a significant part of this role so engineering and workshop control experience is preferable. An understanding of business commerce and budget setting is required reporting to the Management board with engineer efficiency and sales figures. You must also be computer literate and a team player able to assist other members of the company when required with your experience and knowledge.

SALARY

On request

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/service_manager__vacancy_filled.htm

SENIOR SKIPPER

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Ellen MacArthur Trust requires a highly experienced commercial skipper, for a six month contract (April 2009-End September 2009).
In 2009 the Ellen MacArthur Trust will sail Round Britain with stopovers in 20 key ports. The voyage will be made up of 20 legs with a total of over 100 young people recovering from cancer and leukaemia sailing on board. Each leg will be linked to the Hospital where the young people on board were treated including a visit to talk to the medical staff, those currently in treatment and their families about the voyage. The trip is a unique opportunity for the young people now in recovery to communicate with those in treatment.

The successful candidate will have a commercially endorsed Ocean Yachtmaster and have extensive experience skippering commercial yachts. They must have a genuine interest in working with children and be comfortable in the corporate environment. This will be a high profile event and the voyage is expected to last four months. It is essential to have good communication skills and to be able to work as an integral part of a small team.

We will be running a selection weekend in October.

SALARY

Salary package will reflect the experience we are looking for.

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/senior_skipper.htm

SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE (UK & OVERSEAS)

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are the leading manufacturer of Sailing Yacht Ropes in the UK and seek an enthusiastic, highly motivated, UK and Overseas Sales Person to develop the Marine Sales Division and become a key member of the organisation.

Based at our prestigious site in Malvern, Worcestershire, you will need to be extremely sales focused with experience in Sales Management and also ideally from a manufacturing background with an interest in sailing.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Manage and develop the existing sales support team, ensuring that they meet key objectives and remain highly motivated.
Work with senior managers in the delivery of shared objectives and prioritise the commercial effectiveness of the full sales and service department.
Develop both new and existing markets
Focus on increasing brand awareness and product direction
Develop existing sales processes which will generate sustainable growth
Work with and develop an effective tele-sales function
Help develop sales & pricing strategies
Work to enhance existing products or develop new ones
Be responsible for enhancing existing relationships and growing new ones
Evaluate competitor activity and develop appropriate responses
Enhance existing sales reporting

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES:
Experience in a sales management role in similar industries (manufacturing or marine)
Must be willing to travel (UK and overseas)
Highly competitive personality
Excellence at selling to large and small clients
Proven leadership capabilities
Target and deadline driven
Flexibility to travel domestic and foreign

DESIRABLE QUALITIES:
Degree educated
Proven ability to work as part of a Management Team
Strong IT awareness
Creative talents and an understanding of marketing principles
Foreign languages
Evidence of inheriting a sales team and gaining respect early on is desirable

SALARY

The position will command a competitive salary together with a company car, mobile, laptop etc... and benefits based on target earnings.

For further information and to apply please click on the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/senior_sales_executive_uk__overseas__vacancy_fille.htm