Boatyard and Marina Operations

Who is This Course Suitable For?

Those wanting to work in a supervisory or management role within a boatyard or marina would benefit greatly from this course.

Duration:

12 – 18 months

Modules:

10 in total

Cost:

Diploma: £2,950

Certificate: £2,150

Recognised by:

University of Portsmouth

Course Structure

About the Course

From a small sailing yacht to container vessels, the Boatyard and Marina Operations course covers all aspects of working in a boatyard or marina. So, from best practices to understanding high-risk operations such as hot works, it aims to give students the understanding to operate across this sector. Importantly, course authors are experts through both knowledge and experience, and have seen when things go right as well as very wrong.

Studying and training for this Diploma is a great way to boost your career prospects. Many students study to develop themselves in their existing role.

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Course Structure

The Boatyard and Marina Operations training course consists of 10 modules. All students are required to successfully complete and pass the module assignments. Diploma students will also be required to sit and pass a final examination.

1. Introduction to Boatyard and Marina Operations

Types of Boatyards and Marinas

Boatyard Operations

Base Marina Operations

Managing Risks in a Boatyard and Marina

Processes and Procedures

Surveying a Boatyard or Marina

Marinas and Boatyards around the World

2. Types and Descriptions of Vessels

Basics of Design

Definitions of The Principal Dimensions

Merchant Ship Types

Multi-Hulls

Why Boats are Designed the Way They Are

Types of Vessel

Sailing Boats

Sails and Rigging

Motorsailers

Power Boats

Inland Waterways Vessels

Mechanical Propulsion Devices

Materials and their use in Construction

Additional Equipment – The Inventory

Technical Standards

Basic Operational Knowledge

3. Yacht Boatyard and Marina Operations

Lifting and Slipping Yachts

Storage Ashore

Mast Movements

General Repairs to Yachts & Superyachts

Storage and use of Hazardous Materials

Electricity Supply

Water Supply

Boat Movements and Sea Trials

4. Commercial Vessel Boatyard Operations

Lifting and Slipping Vessels

Health & Safety

Storage Ashore

Boat Movements and Sea Trials

Hot works

Storage and use of Hazardous Materials

Water Supply/Waste Water

Boat Movements and Sea Trails

5. Project Managing Refits and Builds

Project Planning

Preparing Quotations

Financial Management

Management of the Project

Quality Assurance and Control

Change Orders

Use of Subcontractors

6. Legal Aspects Associated With a Boatyard or Marina

Introduction To English Law And The National Legal System

The Law of Contract

The Law of Tort (Negligence)

Liability in Contract and Tort

Responsibilities

Maritime Law

International Marine Law

Government Control of Shipping

Yacht/Boat Refit or Repair

Sale And Supply of Goods

Trade Descriptions

Marine Insurance

Pollution

7. Policies and Procedures

Safety Management System

Permit to Work Systems

Emergency Procedures

Health and Safety

General Security

ISPS Code

Environmental Threats

Risk Assessments

Fire prevention

Housekeeping

8. Boatyard and Marina Development

Understanding the Requirements

Boatyard Design

Marina Design

High Risk Areas

Infrastructure development

Weather and climate considerations

9. Running A Successful Boatyard or Marina

The Business Plan

Business Set-Up

Accounts and Finance

Financial Planning Tools

Sales and Marketing

Business Analysis – Swot Analysis

Business Risks

Personnel

Customer Communications, Ethics And Client Relations

10. Accidents and Incidents – Prevention and Cure

Occupational Health & Safety Legislation

Legalities and Responsibilities

Risk Assessment

Safety Management Systems

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Accidents, Health Hazards and First Aid

Yacht & Small Craft Hazards

Working Together

Useful Information

Career Pathway

Career Path:

Develop from a relatively junior position in a boatyard or marina into management.

Salary

Dependent on the size of the marina or yard, but you could see earnings of up to £70-80k as a senior manager in a large marina.

Duties

Duties include all management aspects of a marina or boatyard, taking responsibility for both safety and profitability.