AddressAbout Sunseeker International
Sunseeker founders dreamt of building a new kind of yacht. Breaking boundaries in early design, weve 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.
Role overview
In this trade you will learn the fundamentals of electrical power to build your ability to install electrical systems, such as: lighting, our stunning audio and visual systems, full engine-room electrical fit out, including power generation/management with AC and DC circuits, generator and battery power sources and, sophisticated navigation and radio systems that are critical to the safe operation of our vessels.
If you have an interest in electrical, electronic, computer or audio/video systems and enjoyed maths and physics at school, this is the trade for you.
Salary: £6.70 per hour in year one, rising to £15.55 per hour upon completion of training after year four, plus overtime
Employment Type: Four year fixed term training contract
Working Hours: 7:00am to 3:30pm
College Hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm (block release - full week of study)
Working Location: Sunseeker Shipyard, Poole, BH15 4AB OR Sunseeker Willis Way, Poole, BH15 3SZ, or Sunseeker West Quay Road, Poole, BH15 1JD
Example responsibilities include
- Drilling penetrations through bulkheads (making holes in walls)
- Fitting cable management and containment systems such as cable trays and trunking
- Running cable looms across the boat
- Installing electrical components. Everything from domestic appliances such as washing machines and ovens, to complex machinery, navigation computer networks and high end audio video systems
- Final fit of high end/luxury components such as luxury light fittings
- Inspection and testing of installed circuits and components
- General housekeeping and application of LEAN tools such as 5S
Our ideal candidate
- Holds 5 GCSEs (predicted or achieved) including English, Maths at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) or equivalent, such as a relevant level 1 (or higher) vocational qualification (NVQ, C&G, etc)
- Is available to commence employment in September 2024
- Has ambition to work in a fast paced construction environment within a factory setting
- Is able to provide some examples of your interest in electrical/audio/video/electronics. For example; work experience completed in this field, or home/college/school/club projects you have worked on
- Is able to provide some examples of extra curricular activity and achievements. For example; Sports club membership or other associations such as but not limited to Scouts, Guides, Cadets, Duke of Edinburgh, Charities or any other volunteering examples
Sunseeker Apprentices benefit from
Alongside the opportunity to work closely with our remarkable products, Sunseeker offers a comprehensive benefits package to Apprentices.
- Sunseeker provides a rewarding career starting with a four year fixed term training contract working towards a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Marine Electrical Engineering
- Paid block release to college
- 22 days holidays plus bank holidays
- A generous company pension scheme - 6% employer contribution
- Company sick pay
- Overtime when available (for those 18 or older)
- Canteen facilities
- 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
Our pay rate
Grading pay through the Apprenticeship is currently as follows and is subject to change:
- Year 1. £6.70 p/h irrespective of age
- Year 2. £8.60 p/h (Aged 18-20 £8.60) (Aged 21 and over £11.44)
- Year 3. £10.70 p/h (Aged 21 and over £11.44)
- Year 4. £14.00 p/h
- On completion up to £15.55 p/h plus options to earn up to £16.05 p/h with a discretionary and non-contractual Values uplift and regular team based performance payments.
There is no maximum age restriction or requirement for apprenticeship funding, however the pay grades remain the same. Any employment offers will be conditional upon; The Company receiving two acceptable references, proving your ongoing right to work in the UK and satisfactory evidence of your achieved qualifications. Key dates for assessment and interview processes to be confirmed , Sunseeker Shipyard Tour week commencing 1 July 2024. You must be available to start on Monday 2 September 2024.
