The second apprentice at Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour has passed his final assessment with flying colours after completing the course in record time.
George Dunsdon began work on the Beaulieu River as a Marina Operative and completed his apprenticeship in just over a year.
Harbour Master Wendy Stowe said: “His Level 2 Marina & Boatyard Operative course usually takes two years to complete, so we are really proud of George for finishing in record time and earning outstanding results.”
George follows in the footsteps of the Beaulieu River’s first apprentice Oli Rickard, who won the ViewHR Award for Apprentice of the Year in the 2024 New Forest Brilliance in Business Awards.
Wendy added: “The independent examiner gave exceptional praise for the quality of service, facilities and overall experience we provide at Beaulieu. He has only ever awarded top marks to a small number of apprentices, and George and Oli are two of them.”
The British Marine examiner praised George’s positive, professional, “start the day with a smile” attitude towards customers, helping in small ways to exceed their expectations.
Awarding a merit, he said: “I was impressed by the way George conducted himself throughout and his calm approach to work instilled confidence in those around him. This was an excellent assessment.”
Both apprentices are now using their skills to offer a quality service for up to 500 berth and mooring holders, as well as more than 10,000 visitors who stay at Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour each year.
