Head Technician

Head Technician - Boat Maintenance

Le Boat, part of Travelopia, is the world’s leading provider of inland waterway boating holidays. Operating 37 bases in 9 countries, we manage a fleet of 950 charter boats. Join us in Chertsey, Surrey to lead our dedicated technical team.

Position: Head Technician (Boat Maintenance)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Permanent
Line Manager: Base Manager

As an experienced mechanic, the Head Technician will manage the technical team tasked with maintaining the boat fleet at an optimal level. Responsibilities include scheduling, overseeing repairs, workshop operations, equipment management, and fleet planning.

• Supervise corrective and preventive maintenance of boat engines, covering mechanical, electrical, carpentry, and laminating tasks.
• Inspect boat condition, ensuring the fleet sails in top shape.
• Manage workshop operations and maintain safety standards.
• Handle equipment, tools, diesel stock, boat supplies, and gas bottles.
• Assist the Base Manager in fleet management, planning, and sourcing spare parts.
• Supervise boat operation instructions for customers.
• Resolve technical issues during the season.
• Oversee winterizing and repair work during the off‑season.
• Ensure safety equipment is used by the team.
• Contribute to achieving base objectives.
• Lead day‑to‑day maintenance and support customers on call.

• Technical studies or hands‑on experience in diesel engines, hydraulic systems, water pumps, HVAC repair, or general maintenance.
• Previous boat maintenance experience.
• Ability to read and follow specifications and installation instructions.
• Knowledge of marine diesels and proficient systems.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Passion for boating.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Fluency in English plus French, Dutch, or German.
• Full eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Referral program.
• Access to Travelopia group benefits.
• Seasonal schedule:
  Winter (Nov–Mar, Mon–Fri), Summer (Apr–Oct, Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat; off days on Sun, Tue–Thu).
• Duty call‑out technician rota as required.

Join the market leader and become part of the No.1 provider of houseboat vacations in Europe and Canada. Apply now and steer your career toward new horizons.