Bench Joiner - Team Leader

Built on the foundation of over 20 million blue-water sailing miles and 75 circumnavigations, we pride ourselves on putting people first. As a growing business, we enable our employees to take ownership of their work and to be the best at what they do. Are you passionate about taking responsibility and having the ability to make a difference?

An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and proactive individual to assist the Joinery Manager in the joinery department, and to ensure the smooth running of the workshop. You will lead the team of employees and ensure that the construction of the joinery is maintained to the required Oyster standard.

The Bench Joiner Team Leader will report directly to the lead Joinery Manager in Southampton

Main Responsibilities of the Bench Joiner Team Leader Role

• To assist the Joinery Manager with day to day running of the workshop and perform management duties when the Joinery Manager is absent or out of office.
• Working closely with the CNC / Sawmill departments and to resolve any issues that can arise.
• Working closely with the Design department to ensure smooth running of the workshop.
• Provide training support and guidance to the apprentices with their tasks in the workshop.
• Provide encouragement to team members, including communicating team goals and identifying areas for new training.
• Answer team member questions, help with team member problems and oversee team member work for quality via the marking up and reassembly process and report back any issues that arise to maintain the required Oyster standard of all furniture.
• Be actively involved with the performance reviews of all team members in conjunction with the Joinery Manager. Provide accurate feedback and continually identify possible areas of improvement.
• To assist in the daily lockup of the Joinery Department if required.

The Person

 Essential:

• Robust boatbuilding construction knowledge
• Relevant City & Guilds Qualification or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills as well as ability to be self-motivated to keep up to date with new technologies
• Proven track record of motivating and developing others

Desirable:

• Experience of managing a fast-paced department
• Previous experience of working with Oyster Yachts

This job description is indicative of the range of current duties and responsibilities for the post, it is not comprehensive. It is inevitable that the duties will change to reflect organisational change and it is essential therefore that it is regarded with a degree of flexibility, so that changing needs and circumstances can be met.  All changes will be discussed with the post holder.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please contact the HR team at [email protected]