Dorset Council
Seasonal Harbour Assistant - Lyme Regis
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Seasonal Harbour Team Member
Are you looking for a flexible role and be part of a lovely team that provides excellent customer care to our customers in Bridport & Lyme Regis Harbours? If you are, then a great opportunity has arisen to join the Harbours seasonal team.
Reporting to the Harbour Master
The role will be varied and interesting. The post holder will need to be motivated and flexible in their approach to work, confident in using their own initiative and able to prioritise daily tasks.
What You Will Be Doing
This is a flexible, Zero hours role, typically around 20 to 30 hours a week, where you’ll be part of a welcoming and supportive team working along Dorset’s beautiful coastline.
- Spend your time outdoors
- Meet a wide range of people
- Enjoy a varied and active role
Training can be provided for the right person, and weekend and bank holiday hours are included in your overall pay.
You’ll support the Harbour Master and team with the day-to-day running of Bridport (West Bay) and Lyme Regis Harbours. This includes:
- Helping harbour users
- Collecting harbour dues
- Delivering fuel
- Maintaining slipways and steps
- Inspecting harbour areas
- Assisting during busy periods or poor weather
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The work is shaped by tides, the weather, and boat activity, so no two days are the same.
About You
You’ll be someone who:
- Is reliable and confident using their own initiative
- Enjoys working outdoors in all weathers
- Has some knowledge of small boats and harbour activity
- Can communicate clearly and tactfully with the public
- Is happy to work weekends, evenings, and bank holidays
- Holds a valid driving licence
- Ideally has RYA Powerboat Level 2 and VHF Marine Radio (or is willing to train)
- Knows the local area around Bridport and Lyme Regis
Further Information
- 2 positions available mainly based at Lyme Regis Harbour, with work also at Bridport Harbour
- Closing date: 13th September
- Interviews week commencing: 21st September 2026
For an informal discussion about the post please contact James Radcliffe, Harbour Master, on 01308 426021 or email [email protected]
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