Foreman - Yacht Finishing & Fiberglass Specialist
1 week ago
**Foreman - Yacht Finishing & Fiberglass Specialist**:
- Full-time | $29-$38/hour + Benefits | Delta, BC_
**Lead with your craft. Grow with our team.**
West Bay Shipyards is looking for an experienced **Fiberglass & Finishing Foreman** to lead our coatings crew. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone skilled in fiberglass repairs, fairing, gelcoat, and polyurethane topcoats - ready to step up and guide a team.
You’ll work on some of the finest yachts in the Pacific Northwest, where precision and craftsmanship matter. If you’ve got the skills and the drive, this is your opportunity to turn experience into leadership and be part of a family-owned yard with long-term stability.
**What You’ll Do**
- Perform fiberglass repairs and new part fabrication (polyester, epoxy, vinylester)
- Carry out fairing on yacht hulls and components (epoxy & polyester systems)
- Handle gelcoat repairs, color matching, and blend spray work
- Oversee sanding, priming, polishing, and surface prep
- Lead and mentor a team of technicians; delegate tasks effectively
- Manage inventory, materials, and job site organization
- Ensure quality control, safe practices, and a clean work environment
**What We’re Looking For**
- 10+ years in yacht, marine, or composite finishing (fiberglass, paint, coatings)
- 5+ years in a foreman/leadership role
- Strong knowledge of fairing, gelcoat, and polyurethane systems
- Experience with high-end finishing products (Awlgrip, Alexseal, etc.)
- Detail-oriented and committed to delivering luxury-quality finishes
- Tech-friendly (comfortable using tablets for reports/inventory)
- Valid driver’s license preferred
**Why Work With Us?**
- **Competitive Pay**: $29-$38/hour + overtime
- **Full Benefits**: extended health, dental, vision, life insurance
- Paid time off & company events
- On-site parking, casual dress code
- Work with a skilled crew on high-end yacht projects
- Long-term career growth with a stable, family-owned shipyard
**Work Environment**
- Indoor paint bays and outdoor yard work
- Yachts ranging 50-110 ft.
- PPE provided (except steel toe boots); full safety training included
**Schedule**
- Monday-Friday, 8-hour day shifts
- Overtime available
**About West Bay Shipyards**
West Bay Shipyards is a family-owned luxury yacht refit facility in Delta, BC, proudly operating since 1967. We specialize in top-tier yacht repairs and refits, known for our uncompromising attention to detail and craftsmanship. Our culture values honesty, pride, and teamwork - and we treat employees like family.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $29.00-$38.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
**Benefits**:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
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