Marine Park Jobs: August 2026
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Fancy swapping the office for the ocean? Each month we round up top jobs picks in, on and around Plymouth Sound – from deck-side roles and dive teams to behind‑the‑scenes heroes keeping our waterfront buzzing.
If you love this place as much as we do and want your day job to come with sea views, salty air and a proper sense of pride, these top picks are a great place to start.
The Ocean Conservation Trust
Lead Biologist (Short deadline: 05/08/26)
‘An opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to join our team as a Lead Biologist/Diver. The Lead Biologists oversee our three exhibition areas and are responsible for maintaining high standards and developing not just the displays, but also protocols for improving care and husbandry techniques.’
Life Support Systems Engineer (multi-skilled)
Join the Ocean Conservation Trust as a Life Support Systems Engineer, responsible for the operation, maintenance and compliance of critical LSS and building services across the National Marine Aquarium. You’ll ensure systems meet statutory requirements, deliver against service levels, and keep all areas safe, reliable and fit for purpose. Working to high technical standards, you’ll support both the visitor experience and our mission to connect people with our Ocean.
Plymouth Active Leisure
‘We are seeking a highly creative, commercially minded, and digitally skilled Multi-media Manager to lead the promotion of our leisure facilities, activities, events, memberships, and community programmes.’
Food & Beverage / Event Assistant
‘We are looking to recruit a new Food & Beverage Assistant for Tinside who is a confident communicator, comfortable in a fast-paced service
focused role. They will be a proactive problem solver and team player, who builds a fun and relaxed environment that makes guests feel at home.’
‘To take responsibility for an events-focused kitchen, supporting the delivery of high-quality food for diverse, formal and informal occasions including hot and cold buffets, sit – down dinner events, private functions and receptions. The Chef de Partie will work closely with the Food & Beverage manager and General Manager to ensure flexible / smooth service, efficient prep, strong food safety standards, consistent quality presentation, working well in a team and kitchen operations. Supporting prep and shifts available for day to day operations of the Café.’
‘Plymouth Active Leisure is looking for a motivated and passionate lifeguard to join our dynamic life guarding team. If you’re enthusiastic about helping keep people safe in and around the water and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all visitors, we’d love to hear from you.’
Swimming Teacher – Life Centre
‘Plymouth Active Leisure is looking for a motivated and passionate Swimming Teachers to join our team at the Plymouth Life Centre. We are committed to delivering high quality swimming lessons that inspire confidence, safety, and enjoyment in the water. We provide lessons for all ages and abilities following the Swim England Learn to Swim Framework.’
Babcock International Group
From marketing communications and digital learning to marine mechanics and welders, Babcock is recruiting across a wide range of specialisms to create ‘a safe and secure world together’.
Princess Yachts
‘Working as part of a dedicated team, you’ll play a key role in assembling major moulds, canopies and small mould components, both internally and externally, ensuring every yacht is built to the highest standards of quality, safety and performance.’
‘Join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in the construction of high-quality luxury yachts! You’ll be responsible for installing furniture, fittings, basic plumbing, and other key components, ensuring every luxury yacht is built to the highest standards.’
Bonne Santé
‘We are looking for passionate, customer experience driven front of house staff to join our amazing, bar & restaurant within the heart of the Plymouth Barbican.’
‘We’re looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Bar & Restaurant Supervisor who is ready to take the next step in their hospitality career. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy, award-winning independent venue in the heart of Plymouth’s historic Barbican.’
BLOCK – Royal William Yard
‘We are excited to start recruiting for a General Cleaner to join us at BLOCK Plymouth. The successful candidate will be somebody who is passionate for consistently achieving our impeccable standards and that can balance interacting with our members whilst getting the job done.’
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Disclaimer: While we take great care in selecting and sharing these opportunities, Plymouth Sound National Marine Park takes no responsibility for the recruitment process, employment conditions or any changes to the roles listed above.