Careers

Join the Approved Boats Team

Join the Approved Boats Team Today to Connect with the Best in the Marine Industry!
Approved Boats recognise that even the best can get better and to continue our growth, we need enthusiastic, talented, and highly-motivated Team Members. If you are looking for a career with an exciting, innovative, world-class company, send your CV to info@approvedboats.com

Current Vacancies

Crewed Motor Yacht Captain & Chef Couple

Location: Southampton, UK
Contract type: Seven Month Fixed Term, Live-aboard (opportunity for extension)
Reports to: Charter Manager
Further details available here: https://www.approvedboats.com/charter-careers/

Boat Valeter

Approved Boats are currently looking to recruit an experienced and well-organised boat valeter for an immediate start. The successful candidate will be experienced in valeting to a showroom standard and will carry out all aspects of valeting at a busy site where we pride ourselves on achieving the highest levels of customer satisfaction. This is a physically demanding role where you will be responsible for ensuring that all vessels are cleaned to the highest standard. This is a permanent, full time position working in a small, highly motivated team.

Overview:
The Valeter responsibilities include cleaning the interior and exterior of boats
Maintain clean and presentable boats and equipment on the sales areas and ready boats for delivery to the new owner.

Responsibilities:

• Perform final finish/detail on deliveries, in-stock and service boats, including cleaning windows, upholstery, canvas, bilges, fibreglass and wood
• Use of high speed buffers and polishers to properly detail the exterior surfaces
• Removing dust, grease and oil from exterior surfaces of boats and trailers
• Knowledge of proper products for safe detailing of vessels properly including but not limited to cleaners for various surfaces, degreasers, and waxes
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of the offices to ensure a professional work environment conducive to selling
• Assist with the setup of boat shows and other off-site promotional events
• Promote a positive work attitude – exceed customer expectations
• Work safely at all times
• Timely completion of work
• Ability to work well with others

You will require a full driving licence and be prepared to work overtime when necessary at peak times. In return we offer good rates of pay, entry into the company pension scheme and good working conditions.

Interested? Does your experience match our requirements? If so, don’t delay apply today!

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Southampton
Experience: VALETING: 1 year (Required)
License or certification: FULL DRIVING LICENCE

Sales Consultant

Approved Boats are searching for a Sales Professional to help us meet demand during this exciting time as our industry continues to grow at an increasingly faster pace. To meet the demand and to maintain the Approved Boats reputation for excellence, we are seeking a talented, dedicated and energetic individual that is experienced in a retail operation of consultative sales and motivated for success.
Our offer is simple; excellent compensation & benefits packages, premium brand product lines for every customer, and cutting edge tools to provide you with the support you need to reach new heights in your career. If you have achieved excellence in your sales career and are ready to go even further, we invite you to get in touch.

Keys to Success:

• Acquire full knowledge of complete product line, features and accessories available for purchase
• Show products on and off-site displays or shows, and demonstrate boats on the water
• Oversee the delivery of each unit sold
• Introduce customers to the dealership team to emphasise the quality and efficiency of dealership’s service operations
• Professionally lead and support customer events and boat shows
• Set up and participate in boat shows and other off-site promotional events
• Maintain a professional and clean workspace for customer viewing
• Project a professional and knowledgeable image at all times

You will require a full driving licence, be prepared to work overtime when necessary at peak times and attend boat shows in the UK and abroad. In return we offer good rates of pay and commission, entry into the company pension scheme and good working conditions.

Interested? Does your experience match our requirements? If so, don’t delay apply today!

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Southampton
Experience: SALES: 1 year (Required)
License or certification: FULL DRIVING LICENCE

Brokerage Consultant

Approved Boats are searching for a Brokerage Consultant who will produce profit through the brokerage of used boats by demonstrating the scope, presence and professionalism of approved Boats in the marine industry. The Brokerge Consultant must recognise that business is built on customer satisfaction and devote themselves to exceeding the customer’s expectations.

Keys to Success:

• Enthusiastically embrace the Approved Boats values
• Develop long-term relationships with customers
• Conduct all activities in an ethical, legal and professional manner representing Approved Boats values
• Secure listings for the brokerage department boats that represent a quality product at a reasonable price for which Approved Boats is noted
• Market and advertise the listings to best represent the product in the appropriate marketplace
• Be familiar with the market on daily basis for what boats are available and what they are selling for
• Bring buyer and seller together in price and terms on a timely basis, in a manner that meets the requirements of both parties
• Acquire full knowledge of complete product line, features and accessories available for purchase
• Implement daily program to improve selling principles, including prospecting for new customers and follow-up on customers previously contacted.
• Diligently inputs and maintains accurate and comprehensive customer and prospect information into the company’s prospecting tools and utilises data on a consistent basis to generate sales
• Accurately compute and quote sales price, including tax, trade-in allowance, and communicate the requirements for financing the purchase
• Project a professional and knowledgeable image to all customers
• Oversee the delivery of each of their units sold
• Introduce customers to the dealership team to emphasise quality and efficiency of dealership’s service operations
• Set up and participate in boat shows and other off-site promotional events
• Maintain a professional and clean workspace for customer viewing
• Demonstrate basic Seamanship skills
• Foster team building and inter-company member support
• Monthly sales goals are accomplished
• G.P.% is accomplished
• Timeliness/accuracy of paperwork
• Follow-Up with sold clients
• Follow-Up with prospects

You will require a full driving licence, be prepared to work overtime when necessary at peak times and attend boat shows in the UK and abroad. In return we offer good rates of pay and commission, entry into the company pension scheme and good working conditions.

Interested? Does your experience match our requirements? If so, don’t delay apply today!

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Southampton
Experience: SALES: 1 year (Required)
License or certification: FULL DRIVING LICENCE

Trainee Sales Consultant

Approved Boats are searching for a Trainee Sales Professional to help us meet demand during this exciting time as our industry continues to grow at an increasingly faster pace. To meet the demand and to maintain the Approved Boats reputation for excellence, we are seeking a talented, dedicated and energetic individual that is experienced in a retail operation of consultative sales and motivated for success.
Our offer is simple; excellent compensation & benefits packages, premium brand product lines for every customer, and cutting edge tools to provide you with the support you need to reach new heights in your career. If you have achieved excellence in your sales career and are ready to go even further, we invite you to get in touch.

Keys to Success:

• Acquire full knowledge of complete product line, features and accessories available for purchase
• Show products on and off-site displays or shows, and demonstrate boats on the water
• Oversee the delivery of each unit sold
• Introduce customers to the dealership team to emphasise the quality and efficiency of dealership’s service operations
• Professionally lead and support customer events and boat shows
• Set up and participate in boat shows and other off-site promotional events
• Maintain a professional and clean workspace for customer viewing
• Project a professional and knowledgeable image at all times

You will require a full driving licence, be prepared to work overtime when necessary at peak times and attend boat shows in the UK and abroad. In return we offer good rates of pay and commission, entry into the company pension scheme and good working conditions.

Interested? Does your experience match our requirements? If so, don’t delay apply today!

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Southampton
Experience: SALES: 1 year (Required)
License or certification: FULL DRIVING LICENCE

Trainee Brokerage Consultant

Approved Boats are searching for a Brokerage Consultant who will produce profit through the brokerage of used boats by demonstrating the scope, presence and professionalism of approved Boats in the marine industry. The Brokerge Consultant must recognise that business is built on customer satisfaction and devote themselves to exceeding the customer’s expectations.

Keys to Success:

• Enthusiastically embrace the Approved Boats values
• Develop long-term relationships with customers
• Conduct all activities in an ethical, legal and professional manner representing Approved Boats values
• Secure listings for the brokerage department boats that represent a quality product at a reasonable price for which Approved Boats is noted
• Market and advertise the listings to best represent the product in the appropriate marketplace
• Be familiar with the market on daily basis for what boats are available and what they are selling for
• Bring buyer and seller together in price and terms on a timely basis, in a manner that meets the requirements of both parties
• Acquire full knowledge of complete product line, features and accessories available for purchase
• Implement daily program to improve selling principles, including prospecting for new customers and follow-up on customers previously contacted.
• Diligently inputs and maintains accurate and comprehensive customer and prospect information into the company’s prospecting tools and utilises data on a consistent basis to generate sales
• Accurately compute and quote sales price, including tax, trade-in allowance, and communicate the requirements for financing the purchase
• Project a professional and knowledgeable image to all customers
• Oversee the delivery of each of their units sold
• Introduce customers to the dealership team to emphasise quality and efficiency of dealership’s service operations
• Set up and participate in boat shows and other off-site promotional events
• Maintain a professional and clean workspace for customer viewing
• Demonstrate basic Seamanship skills
• Foster team building and inter-company member support.
• Monthly sales goals are accomplished
• G.P.% is accomplished
• Timeliness/accuracy of paperwork
• Follow-Up with sold clients
• Follow-Up with prospects

You will require a full driving licence, be prepared to work overtime when necessary at peak times and attend boat shows in the UK and abroad. In return we offer good rates of pay and commission, entry into the company pension scheme and good working conditions.

Interested? Does your experience match our requirements? If so, don’t delay apply today!

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Southampton
Experience: SALES: 1 year (Required)
License or certification: FULL DRIVING LICENCE

Marine Service Technician

Approved Boats are currently looking to recruit an experienced and well-organised Marine Service Technician for an immediate start. The successful candidate will be experienced in carrying out all aspects relating to the service and maintenance of boats both afloat and ashore. This is a physically demanding role where you will be responsible for ensuring that all vessels are maintained to the highest standard. This is a permanent, full time position working in a small, highly motivated team.

Overview:
The Marine/Service Technician is responsible for the repair and overhaul of boats, machinery and trailers.

Responsibilities:

• Examine boat and discuss the nature and extent of damage or malfunction with the service adviser or customer
• Perform diagnostics and repair of all types of marine engines and transmissions/drives/generators
• Perform mechanical repair work such as: – remove engine, transom or outdrive – disassemble unit and inspect parts for wear – overhaul or replace carburetors, blowers, generators, distributors, starters, pumps, electrical and fuel systems – rebuild parts such as engine cylinder blocks – rewire ignition system, lights and instrument panel – replace and adjust lights – install and repair accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, waste systems, and electronic equipment.
• Operate a hydraulic jack or hoist as needed
• Advise customers and/or warranty/insurance companies as to necessary repairs
• Complete repair work within the established time-frame
• Ensure all warranty work is completed according to manufacture’s and Approved Boats guidelines
• Safely operate Approved Boats and customer vessels during diagnostic water testing operations
• Maintain Approved Boats tools in good condition and according to guidelines
• Set up and participate in boat shows and other off-site promotional events
• Maintain a professional and clean workspace for customer viewing

You will require a full driving licence, be prepared to work overtime when necessary at peak times. In return we offer good rates of pay and commission, entry into the company pension scheme and good working conditions.

Interested? Does your experience match our requirements? If so, don’t delay apply today!

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Southampton
Experience:
License or certification: FULL DRIVING LICENCE