Maritime Deckhand Instructor

Maritime InstructorFull-time | £28,500 per year | Cowes, Isle of Wight | Start date ASAPFlying Fish is looking for a motivated Maritime Instructor to join our friendly team in Cowes.Flying Fish is a maritime training provider based in Cowes on the Isle of Wight. We help people begin and develop successful careers in the maritime and superyacht industries through professional, practical and engaging training. Our courses combine internationally recognised qualifications with real-world industry knowledge, giving our students the skills, confidence and support they need to take their next step. We are a friendly, close-knit team that takes pride in delivering high-quality training and creating a positive experience for every student. This is a varied, hands-on role combining practical instruction, student mentoring and equipment maintenance. You will deliver training both on and off the water, helping students develop the skills and confidence they need to begin careers in the maritime and superyacht industries.You will work closely with our Operations Manager and wider instructor team to deliver safe, engaging and professional training.The roleYour responsibilities will include:Delivering RYA courses and Flying Fish bespoke training, including:RYA Powerboat Level 2Personal Watercraft trainingYacht maintenanceRopeworkDelivering MCA-approved courses, subject to your qualificationsDelivering presentations about the maritime and superyacht industriesMentoring and supporting students throughout their trainingAssisting with the maintenance of our RIBs, yachts and training equipmentHelping maintain high standards of safety, instruction and customer serviceWorking patternThis is a full-time position working an average of five days per week across a rolling two-week rota. This is a full-time role based on a rolling two-week rota. Weekend work is required, but we aim to provide every other weekend off. About youWe are looking for someone who has:A positive and professional attitudeExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsA good understanding of ITThe ability to inspire, motivate and support studentsRelevant experience within the maritime industryTeaching experience and instructor qualifications are desirable, but not essential for someone with appropriate maritime experience and a positive attitude towards career development.Desirable qualifications and experience include:Teaching or coaching experienceKnowledge of the superyacht industryRYA Powerboat InstructorRYA Personal Watercraft InstructorRYA Marine Radio (VHF) InstructorRYA Yachtmaster Power with Commercial EndorsementRYA Yachtmaster Theory InstructorWhat we offerA genuinely friendly small team; we are supportive, straightforward and good funReal opportunities to develop and grow within the companyAn additional day of annual leave for your birthdayCompany social eventsFull training and supportInterested in joining the Flying Fish team? Please apply with your CV and a short covering letter telling us about your maritime experience and why you would be a great fit for the role.Please send to luke.beasley@flyingfishonline.com