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As part of our sustained growth strategy, we've developed a purpose‑built marine trades platform — a private, data‑driven closed ecosystem connecting contractors to high‑value opportunities long before they appear elsewhere. Get exclusive early access to fresh contract jobs and stay ahead of the competition.
The only network giving you direct, exclusive access to the marine industry's best contracts.
Tell us your trade, experience, certifications, availability and right to work. Upload your CV.
Once approved, you unlock the full vacancies board and receive direct messages when a role matches your profile.
We handle contracts, compliance and payments. You stay connected to a growing pipeline of quality roles.
Ten specialist marine trades. One platform. Exclusively for verified contractors.
Register to unlock full vacancy details, locations, rates and apply directly.
These roles are posted exclusively on this platform. Register free to see full details and get matched directly by our team.
Onboard People specialises exclusively in recruitment for the luxury yacht and marine trades sector. Working across the UK and Europe, we supply outstanding contractors to the shipyards and projects that demand the highest standards of craftsmanship.
A more diverse approach to sourcing trade talent is essential for the marine industry's continued growth.
Roles posted here first
Marine trades only
Networks others don't have
Dedicated consultants always
With industry expertise and a people first approach, our team is ready to connect you with the right opportunities and deliver the best possible recruitment service.
Register to access exclusive marine trades vacancies — for contractors only.
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Your data: we store your details and CV to match you with relevant marine trades vacancies, for as long as your profile stays active. You can permanently delete your data at any time — from your portal once logged in, or by emailing zoe.callard@onboardpeople.co.uk.
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Let us know if you're currently open to new contracts. Switching this off tells our team you're not looking right now — you can switch it back on any time.
Know a great tradesperson looking for work? Refer them to Onboard People — when they register and go on to work with us, you're rewarded for bringing them in.
Referral reward: £100 per successful referral, paid once your referral has been placed by Onboard People and has completed 6 consecutive worked weeks. Terms may vary by role — contact us with any questions.
Don't have a CV ready? Fill this in using our template — it saves as you go, and you can generate a clean, print-ready version any time.
You can permanently delete your profile, CV and message history from Onboard People at any time, without needing to contact us. This cannot be undone.
Checks every approved contractor against every open vacancy and sends any missing match notifications.
£100 per referral, paid once the referred contractor has been placed and completed 6 consecutive worked weeks.