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Apprentice Marine Engineer (September 2025 Intake)

Sunseeker International Ltd • Level 3 • Poole, England, United Kingdom • 2m ago

About Sunseeker International

Sunseeker International is a global icon in the manufacture of luxury motor yachts, building market leading products since 1967.

Based and manufactured in Poole on the south coast of England, Sunseeker is one of Dorset’s largest private employers and is represented on every continent by a global network of distributors. Never settling for second best, it’s this spirit of excellence that has driven Sunseeker to its leading position in the marine industry today.

Role overview

As an Apprentice Marine Engineer you will learn how to install a wide variety of mechanical systems, from the hydraulic systems that operate garage doors and rudders. Installing to a fine tolerance the engines, gearboxes, propulsion systems, fuel systems and everything in between. You will learn fundamental engineering skills and develop outstanding problem-solving abilities. Working alongside experienced professionals, you'll be building an engine room that is best in class.

Please note, this role may not be suitable for you if you are looking for a servicing and maintenance apprenticeship.

Salary: £7.55 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

Installing prop shafts and propellers
Installing gearboxes
Prepare and install engines
Insulate engine room
Installing stabilisers and trim tabs
Installing bow and stern thrusters
Building and installing high-pressure fluid systems such as fire suppression systems
Building and installing complex hydraulic systems
Installing plumbing systems

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) - essential
Is available to commence employment in September 2025
Has ambition to work in a fast paced construction environment within a factory setting (note: this apprenticeship is not based on the water)
Is able to provide some examples of your interest in engineering. 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 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)
The opportunity for a permanent contract with private medical insurance, dental care and an extra 3 days holiday after four years. Promotion opportunities and further education options also exist on the completion of training.

Our pay rates

Grading pay through the Apprenticeship is currently as follows and is subject to change:

Year 1. £7.55 p/h irrespective of age
Year 2. £8.60 p/h (Aged 18-20 £10.00), (Aged 21 and over £12.21)
Year 3. £10.70 p/h (Aged 21 and over £12.21)
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. You must be available to start on Monday 1 September 2025.