Boatbuilder

Building boats such as yachts, workboats and superyachts, and refitting and repairing existing boats.

Typical duration

3y 6m

Training funded

Fully funded

Route

Engineering and manufacturing

Standard ref

ST0059

Role overview

The Boatbuilder apprenticeship covers the construction, repair and fitting-out of wooden, steel, aluminium and GRP (glass-reinforced plastic) vessels for leisure and commercial use. Apprentices develop skills in hull construction, joinery, mechanical installation and marine finishing. It leads to specialist roles in boatbuilding yards, refit companies and marine engineering.