Marine Park Jobs: June 2026
Your monthly splash of opportunities around the Sound
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Fancy swapping the office for the ocean? Each month we round up our favourite jobs 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
National Marine Aquarium Life Support Systems Engineer
‘Do you want to be part of the team responsible for keeping one of the Southwest’s top tourist attractions running smoothly and efficiently? The National Marine Aquarium at Plymouth is owned and run by the Ocean Conservation Trust (OCT), an organisation that focusses on habitat restoration and behaviour change. We are recruiting a Life Support Systems Engineer to work within the National Marine Aquarium, maintaining livestock and building services.’
‘This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and purpose-driven Multimedia Content Officer to join our passionate and committed team. Reporting to the Marketing & Communications Manager, you will develop and deliver the photography, videography and own the organic social media content plans and activities across the breadth of OCT’s work.’
Plymouth Active Leisure’s – Tinside Lido
Food and 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.’
Plymouth City Council
Natural Environment Assistant Team Leader
‘Plymouth City Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Natural Environment Assistant Team Leader to support the delivery of high-quality frontline environmental services across the city.’
National Trust
‘We’re looking for a Project Officer to support, help deliver, shape and lead on aspects of our growing Programmes in Plymouth City. The role is ‘embedded’ within Plymouth City Council, working alongside and reporting to Laura Jones, the Programme Manager. Together we work with many teams across the City, the National Trust and partners.’
The Marine Biological Association
‘You will play a key role in delivering a strategic and operational HR service to the organisation, working in partnership with senior leaders and managers to provide high-quality advice, support change management, manage employee relations cases and implement HR solutions that align with business objectives.’
Laboratory Technician (Apprentice Level 3)
‘Join the Marine Biological Association as a Laboratory Technician Apprentice! You’ll develop practical scientific and technical skills while supporting cutting-edge research projects focused on understanding ocean health and the impacts of climate change. Gain hands-on experience in the use of scientific equipment and maintenance, laboratory techniques and health and safety. This opportunity is ideal for those passionate about science and practical learning.’
Plymouth Marine Laboratory
‘This role reports to the Operations Manager of PML Applications. The role will provide practical, technical support to design, install, maintain and operate bespoke marine testing hardware, as well as providing assistance for other marine environmental consultancy projects within the business as required, and subject to suitable training.’
Plymouth Yacht Haven
‘We are seeking a full-time Boatyard Operator / Bosun to join our team at Plymouth Yacht Haven, winner and runners up of the UK Marina of the Year title in recent years.’
‘A highly customer-focused role, the Night Haven Master is responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the marina overnight, ensuring our customers can fully enjoy all the facilities while keeping everything running seamlessly behind the scenes. It’s no exaggeration to say that during the summer months, the night can be as busy as the day!’
Princess Yachts
‘We are seeking skilled and experienced Carpenters to join our team, where you will be responsible for installing furniture, fittings, plumbing, and other key components to ensure every boat is built to the highest standards.’
Yealm Community Electric Transport (YCET)
‘YCET ( Yealm Community Electric Transport ) are looking for paid Ferry Skippers to run the Electric Ferry / Water Taxi service on the River Yealm. We run a service across the Yealm and to Yachts from April to October. The hours will be initially between 10 am and 4 pm but we plan to run over longer hours during the peak summer months.’
Rockfish Plymouth
‘Join us to work with the freshest seafood, and grow your career within a business with fantastic culture and really care about our people, the seafood, the communities and our guests.’
Keep an eye on this blog each month, share it with someone who needs a nudge, and if you land a role from our list, we’d love to hear your story. See you out on (or in) the water.
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.