Marine Resources Recruitment Ltd

Are you a hands-on, organised, and customer-focused individual with a background in warehouse, logistics, or trade counter operations? We're working on behalf of a well-established engineering business in Paignton to find their next Warehouse / Trade Counter Manager - a vital position in a small but busy team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their day, takes pride in smooth operations, and is ready to step into a role with real ownership and impact. What You'll Be Doing: Managing the day-to-day running of the warehouse and trade counter Handling goods in/out, ensuring accurate deliveries and despatches Monitoring and maintaining stock levels and inventory systems Serving trade counter customers and advising on products (training provided) Supervising and supporting warehouse staff, including training Collaborating with internal teams to meet customer needs Keeping the warehouse clean, safe, and organised Ensuring health & safety and company policies are followed Who We're Looking For: Experience in warehouse, logistics, or trade counter roles Excellent organisational and time management skills Customer-focused with good communication abilities IT-literate with basic systems or stock control experience Forklift licence a bonus - or willing to train Self-motivated, dependable, and proactive Ex-forces, tradespeople, or practical/engineering backgrounds very welcome What's on Offer: Competitive salary (based on experience) Regular overtime available A supportive and friendly team culture On-the-job and in-house training A secure and growing business with long-standing industry reputation Marine Resources Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent and fixed term contract recruitment and as a recruitment business for the supply of contract workers. Please note that by applying for this job you accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.

Vice Principal - Sailing Centre Location: Southampton Salary: £40-50K DOE We are recruiting on behalf of our client, First Class Sailing, a leading sailing school, for an experienced and dynamic Vice Principal to oversee the day-to-day operations of their busy training centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and commercially minded professional with a passion for sailing, education, and team leadership. About the Role As Vice Principal, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the centre. You will play a key role in ensuring occupancy levels are met and that the highest standards of training, customer experience, and operational efficiency are achieved. While this is a predominantly shore-based leadership role, there will be opportunities to sail and teach if desired. Key Responsibilities Oversee the day-to-day operations of the sailing school, ensuring smooth booking, course delivery, and a high-quality student experience. Co-ordinate marketing and sales efforts, manage budgets, staffing, and resources effectively to meet business objectives. Lead and support a team of full-time and part-time staff and freelance instructors in line with company standards. Ensure that all training equipment is maintained to a high standard. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, safety protocols, and RYA training standards is maintained. Act as a key point of contact for students and instructors, resolving any issues that arise. Drive the development and growth of the centre, contributing to business strategy and customer engagement. About You Experienced Yachtmaster Instructor or similar background, with a passion for sailing and education. Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience in team coordination and HR responsibilities. Commercially minded with an understanding of budgets, sales, marketing, and customer service. Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive, hands-on approach. Knowledge of boat maintenance and refits. Enthusiastic, dependable, and committed to maintaining high standards. This is a unique opportunity to take on a leadership role in a thriving sailing school, helping to shape its future while maintaining an active connection to the world of sailing.