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Bootswerft Winkler is a family-owned business that has evolved into a modern and visionary manufacturing company over the past 95 years. Our customers receive comprehensive service for their yachts, from minor repairs and modifications to complete refits or new constructions. We work with all types of boat-building materials and handle painting, equipment, engines, masts, and all technical aspects. Therefore, we are currently looking for:


Technician (m/f/d), Yacht Technician (m/f/d), Boat Builder – Technical (m/f/d)

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performing inspections, maintenance, repairs, and new installations of systems and technical facilities (including water, climate, heating, toilet, and steering systems) on yachts and boats
  • Identifying defects and creating detailed technical solution proposals with corresponding documentation
  • Proper commissioning and winterizing of supply systems and equipment

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

  • A completed technical education or relevant experience in one of the following fields: heating technology, sanitary technology, indoor air technology, refrigeration technology, or similar roles
  • Preferably knowledge in mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electronics
  • Class B driver’s license
  • Willingness to learn new skills – the range of tasks is diverse
  • Responsibility, independent and reliable work style – you maintain a clear overview, even in challenging situations
  • A strong service and quality orientation – we aim to deliver quality together
  • Flexibility and improvisation skills

WE OFFER YOU

  • A permanent employment contract
  • A dedicated and young team that supports each other not only at work but also at company events
  • A company-owned sailboat for the water sports enthusiasts among our employees
  • Fair compensation
  • Flexible working time models
Boat Transporter (m/f/d)

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Planning and organizing the transport team
  • Hoisting and positioning masts with the crane
  • Launching and retrieving boats and yachts
  • Independently maintaining the transport equipment
  • Internal transportation of yachts, boats, and special components
  • Loading and unloading goods with a forklift, as well as performing various crane tasks

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

  • Basic technical knowledge
  • Class B driver’s license
  • Responsibility, independent and reliable work style – you maintain a clear overview, even in challenging situations
  • A strong service and quality orientation – we aim to deliver quality together
  • Flexibility and improvisation skills
  • A completed vocational training and/or several years of experience in the following professions:
    • Agricultural Machinery Mechanic
    • Agricultural Service Specialist
    • Crane Operator
    • Dock Worker
    • Or similar roles

WE OFFER YOU

  • A permanent employment contract
  • A committed and young team that supports each other not only at work but also at company events
  • A company-owned sailboat for the water sports enthusiasts among our employees
  • Fair compensation
  • Flexible working time models
Warehouse & Procurement Employee (m/f/d)

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Acceptance, inspection, and storage of goods
  • Order management, supplier analysis
  • Comparison of supplier prices and conditions
  • Procurement of special parts
  • Provision of tools and materials for the workshop and assembly
  • Maintenance of the inventory management system

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

  • Knowledge of general warehouse management
  • Proficient use of computers
  • Responsibility, independent, and reliable working style – you always keep track, even when things get hectic
  • A strong service and quality awareness – because we want to deliver quality together
  • Flexibility and improvisational skills

WE OFFER YOU

  • A permanent employment contract
  • A committed and young team that sticks together not only at work but also at company events
  • A company-owned sailing boat for water sports enthusiasts among the employees
  • Fair compensation
  • Flexible working time models

Unleash Your Potential – Apply Now with Us!

Are you looking for a new career challenge in a dynamic and inspiring environment? Then you’ve come to the right place! We offer not only exciting tasks and responsibilities but also the opportunity for personal and professional growth.

We look forward to getting to know you!

BOOTSWERFT WINKLER

Lesumbroker Landstraße 191
28719 Bremen

Hans Stützle

Since 2021, head of the guild

Elected by the Boat Builders / Shipbuilders / Sailmakers Guild North-West

Raban Heimann

Boat Builder

1st National Winner in 2022

 

German Craftsmanship Competition
PLW – Profis leisten was

Saskia Meier

Boat Builder

Award winner of the 2025 Brede Prize in Gold as one of Bremen’s best female journeymen in a male-dominated profession.

Chamber and State Champion in the Training Profession in 2024.

Specialization: New Construction, Repair and Refitting.

Lina Heinze

Boat Builder

Chamber and State Champion in the Training Profession 2020

 

Specialization: New Construction, Repair, and Refitting

Jan-Hendrik Dankowski

Boat Builder

Chamber and State Champion in the Training Profession 2016

Specialization: New Construction, Repair, and Refitting

FREDERIKE RUPP

Boat Builder

Chamber and State Champion in the Training Profession 2014

Specialization: New Construction, Repair, and Refitting

In 2019 and 2022, Bootswerft Winkler GmbH & Co. KG Bremen received a certificate of honor in recognition of outstanding achievements in vocational training. Awarded by the Kreishandwerkerschaft Wesermarsch.