Boat Builder Apprenticeship -AB Composites

Job Posted: 3 July 2026

• Contract Term: Apprenticeships
• Location: East Cowes, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: £8.00 per hour
• Industries: Apprenticeships Engineering Marine

Here at The Isle of Wight College, we are proud to partner with a wide network of dynamic employers across a diverse range of industries. An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as a Boat Builder apprentice at AB Composites in East Cowes.

Are you passionate about boats and looking to start a hands-on career in Boat Building? 

AB Composites is a specialist marine composites company in East Cowes. The company designs, manufactures, repairs and refurbishes high-quality composite boats and marine components, working with a range of advanced materials and traditional boatbuilding techniques.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an experienced team and learn from skilled professionals while working on a variety of exciting marine projects.

Rather excitingly and owing to apprentice success, AB Composites are now seeking a motivated and Apprentice Boat Builder to join their friendly team.

About the Role:

As an apprentice, you'll learn from experienced boat builders and gain valuable, practical skills in composite construction, lamination, fitting, and finishing. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who’s keen to build a career in the marine industry and work on high-quality, custom projects.

What We're Looking For:

·         A genuine interest in boat building and marine craftsmanship

·         Good attention to detail and a strong work ethic

·         Willingness to learn and work as part of a team

·         Reliability and punctuality

·         Good hand skills

·         Attention to detail

·         Working well both within a small team of qualified boatbuilders and independently

·         Excellent Communication skills

What You'll Gain:

• On-the-job training in advanced composite techniques
• Experience working in a professional boat building environment
• A pathway into a skilled trade and potential for career development

Apprenticeship Standard:

·     Boat Builder Apprenticeship Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard

·     Duration of Apprenticeship will be between 42 – 35 months

·     Functional Skills in Maths and English are required and if not previously achieved GCSE grade 4/C or above – this is mandatory requirement for this Level 3 apprenticeship

·     There is a requirement to complete off the job training for 6 hours per week, time spent either learning something new, other courses or any support work that is not in your usual role will also be counted

·     Attendance at CECAMM, The Isle Of Wight College as part of the apprenticeship

Working Week:

·         Up to 40 hours per week

·         Monday – Friday

·         07:30am – 4:00pm or

·          08:00am – 4:30pm (dependent on candidate)

Wage:

·         £8.00 per hour

Please do not contact the company directly, all applications should be made through www.isleofwightjobs.com

Additional information below:

The current National Minimum Wage (NMW) rate for apprentices is £8.00 per hour. For more information visit: www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates

Once qualified and dependant on needs of the business at the time of apprenticeship completion, there may be the potential to grow within the company and become a part of a skilled workforce.

So, if this sounds like the next step you want to take with your career, then please apply with a cover letter and CV telling us why you feel you would be the ideal person to take on this brilliant opportunity!!