Salary up to £28,000 – Apply by 14th May 2026
Ready to build a career where no two days are the same?
Littlehampton Harbour Board are recruiting for a Marine Operations Assitant and Coxswain to join our team! You’ll play a key role in keeping our marine operations safe, efficient and dynamic.
About the Role
As a Marine Operations Assistant – Coxswain, you’ll be part of a skilled, friendly marine team supporting a wide range of harbour activities.
You’ll lead the maintenance of our vessels, equipment and berths; act as coxswain/crew during operations afloat; and support safety-critical inspections. You’ll also take part in our rostered weekend Duty Officer system – ensuring smooth harbour operations and responding to incidents when needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as coxswain / crew for all LHB vessels
- Maintain, repair and replace harbour equipment, berths, infrastructure and vessels
- Inspect and maintain lifting equipment, life saving appliances, and ensure that vessel coding requirements are met
- Act as a weekend Duty Officer between April and September. Responsible for managing the weekend duty team and being on-call to respond to incidents. Weekend duty is shared on a rotational basis.
What You’ll Bring
- An STCW Certificate of Competency and a commercially endorsed powerboat qualification (or equivalent)
- Full UK driving licence
- A team-focused attitude and strong communication and planning skills
- Experience with planned maintenance systems
- Currently hold, or be able to pass, an ENG1 Medical
- Living within (or willing to relocate to within) 1 hour’s commute of Littlehampton Harbour
Why Join Us?
We invest in our people – high-quality training, continuous professional development, and a genuinely supportive team environment. Benefits include:
- Salary up to £28,000 (depending on experience)
- 37.5 hours per week
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Generous pension contribution
Closing Date: 14th May 2026
How to Apply
Please email your CV and covering letter to:
