Marine Senior Operative
CompanyEast Suffolk Council
Location
Lowestoft, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At4/13/2026
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Occupation TypeMarine and waterways transport operatives
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
Sponsorship EligibilityIneligible for Sponsorship
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Description
Job Description
We currently have an opportunity to join East Suffolk Council's Coastal Property team as Marine Senior Operative.
The role
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Marine Senior Operative to oversee the effective day-to-day delivery of services at Oulton Broad Yacht Station, Mutford Lock and Road Bridge, while proactively identifying and developing new business opportunities across these areas.
What You Will Need
You will have extensive previous experience in a related field of work and experience of supervising staff. Boat handling and mooring of craft and a Boat Handling qualification is essential, with the ability to interpret synoptic charts and have excellent communication skills.
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t meet all of the essential requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
Why work for us?
East Suffolk Council is a great place to work and there are lots of benefits our employees can access. To find out more about why we are so proud of East Suffolk Council, take a look at our video and hear why our employees think it is such a great place to work (YouTube).
Here are some of the main benefits:
- East Suffolk Council
- Location: Oulton Broad Yacht Station, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR33 9JS
- Salary: £31,537 - £34,434 per annum
- Hours: 37 hours per week
- Contract: Permanent
We currently have an opportunity to join East Suffolk Council's Coastal Property team as Marine Senior Operative.
The role
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Marine Senior Operative to oversee the effective day-to-day delivery of services at Oulton Broad Yacht Station, Mutford Lock and Road Bridge, while proactively identifying and developing new business opportunities across these areas.
What You Will Need
You will have extensive previous experience in a related field of work and experience of supervising staff. Boat handling and mooring of craft and a Boat Handling qualification is essential, with the ability to interpret synoptic charts and have excellent communication skills.
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t meet all of the essential requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
Why work for us?
East Suffolk Council is a great place to work and there are lots of benefits our employees can access. To find out more about why we are so proud of East Suffolk Council, take a look at our video and hear why our employees think it is such a great place to work (YouTube).
Here are some of the main benefits:
- Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 25 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays)
- Local government pension scheme
To find out more
For an informal discussion regarding this post, please contact Paul Rice by emailing paul.rice@eastsuffolk.gov.uk
Closing date: 11.30 pm, 27 April 2026.
Interview date: Week commencing 11 May 2026.
How To Apply
Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (Word) .
Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement template (Word) . Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification. Please use the template provided (other formats will not be accepted).
Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.
For more information, check out the How to Apply section of our career site.
About Us
East Suffolk Council is an exciting place to work and a great place to make a real difference to people’s lives, delivering vital services to a quarter of a million people across East Suffolk.
We hugely value our staff and know that in order for us to remain successful, it is essential for us to recognise talented employees, developing and retaining them within the organisation. We are therefore committed to investing in our staff and providing first-class support to ensure a positive culture and rewarding careers.
To find out more about why we are so proud of East Suffolk Council and to hear why our employees think it is such a great place to work, take a look at our video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSWedQksWt0