Workboat & Survey Support
Marine Projects & Surveys
Skippers & Crew with Survey Experience
Yacht Skipper & Crewing
General Skippering
Yacht Deliveries & Crew Services
Relief Cover, Long & Short Term Projects
1. Enquire
2. We confirm requirements
3. Certs shared, plan agreed
4. Mobilise, Deliver & Report
Safety comes first at Plymouth Marine Solutions. Our rigorous vetting process ensures every skipper and crew member we deploy is proven, professional, and prepared — with meticulous planning at the heart of every job.
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Plymouth Marine Solutions provides fully vetted freelance skippers and crew for deliveries, charters, relief work (short & long term) and short-notice cover across the UK. Our roster includes exclusively commercially qualified MCA Deck Officers and RYA Yachtmasters, selected for professionalism, experience, qualifications and a strong understanding of maritime regulations. Whatever the job we have the crewing solution for you. Before you commit, we’ll send you the Skippers/Crew certification, qualifications and experience so you know exactly who will be walking onboard.
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We offer operational support for every assignment with proper planning and coordination, keeping things smooth for you and your operations.​
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Qualified, vetted skippers & crew matched to your vessel and job
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Certificates provided upfront (COC'S, ENG1/ML5, STCW, GOC/VHF)
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Safety-first vetted crew
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End-to-end coordination: scheduling, logistics, documentation and communication.
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UK-wide availability with own transport
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Insurance clarity: skippers maintain appropriate cover or we confirm what’s covered by the vessel/client​​​
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Identity & right to work checks
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Certificate & Qualification checks
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Sea time / experience screening
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Safety culture / professionalism standard checks
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“Fit for job” matching (vessel & job type, area, complexity)
Our Vetting Process
Example Passage Plan - The standards expected from our vetted professional skippers
Our Recent Projects
Skipper for Workboat
Skipper required in Liverpool to assist with completing multi-beam and side-scan surveys as well as acting as a support boat for a USV.
Work included surveys of Liverpool Docks, Eastham Locks (Manchester Shipping Canal) and Liverpool 2 Container Terminal.
"Tom is an excellent skipper who maintains good communication while on the helm. He’s creates a positive atmosphere onboard and holds safety as paramount"​
Adam Gould (Hydrographic Surveyor )
Our Values
Safety First
Every decision starts with Safety - for people, vessels and the environment.
Professional Standards
Professional commercial level service, through meticulous planning and preparation.
Integrity
Honest service.
No Shortcuts
Protect the Ocean that supports us all. Day-to-day & through charitable giving.