Careers
Every great voyage begins with the people who bring it to life.
The Privilège team
Since its creation nearly 40 years ago, Privilège has been, above all, a fantastic human adventure. The determination of men and women passionately committed to a grand project: making the Privilège brand synonymous with luxury and long-distance cruising catamarans. This adventure has been built around encounters and long-term loyalties, with a fantastic team of collaborators – top-notch professionals completely dedicated to realising the dreams of their clients. Clients with whom we build beautiful relationships and sometimes feel like part of the same family.
40 years
of expertise
1 production
site in les Sables d’Olonne
130
employees
86%
Gender equality index
Why become a Dream Shaper?
1. Shape extraordinary journeys
Every Privilège catamaran is built for owners who dream of exploring the world. By joining our team, your work becomes part of adventures that span oceans and create lifelong memories, working in high-end catamarans regarding the nautical industry. We create tailor-made yachts designed around the unique vision of each owner. Every detail matters, and every contribution has a lasting impact. Our catamarans are designed for long-range cruising and demanding owners. This commitment to quality challenges us every day to push our standards further.
2. Be part of a human-sized team
At Privilège Marine, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We value close relationships, mutual trust and the sharing of knowledge across all departments. As a human-sized shipyard, we believe that talent thrives when people are trusted. At Privilège Marine, every team member has the opportunity to take initiative, contribute ideas and make a real impact. Whether in the workshop, the design office or support functions, autonomy and collaboration are key drivers of our success.
3. Roots in a legendary sailing destination
Located in Les Sables d’Olonne, France, home of the Vendée Globe and one of the world’s most iconic sailing hubs, Privilège Marine is deeply connected to the ocean. Here, maritime culture is part of everyday life. Joining Privilège Marine means working at the heart of a region where innovation, craftsmanship and a passion for sailing have shaped generations of boatbuilders.
4. Connected to the world
Every Privilège catamaran is built for owners with unique dreams and international ambitions. Our clients come from across the globe, bringing diverse cultures, perspectives and sailing projects. Working at Privilège Marine means being part of a company with a global reach, where every yacht connects us to new destinations, new stories and new horizons.
Meet our
Dream Shapers
Discover the craftsmanship of our workshops and meet some of our Dreams Shapers, who share their passion with you.
Our professions
Designing and building a long-distance cruising catamaran and maintaining a second-to-none after-sales service is a labour of love – and teamwork! It involves many talented people from a range of professional sectors coming and working together in harmony.
Composite Technician
The technician builds the structure of catamarans using processes and materials that ensure durability and safety at sea.
Mechanic
The mechanic installs the propulsion and steering systems used to maneuver the boats and ensures their commissioning.
Plumber
He installs and connects plumbing and heating equipment and ensures its commissioning.
Electrician
He routes wiring harnesses and installs electrical panels and equipment. He commissions the catamaran’s various electrical systems.
Carpenter
He handles the interior fit-out of the catamarans, combining refinement with technical expertise.
Deck Fitter
He installs and secures all navigation, maneuvering, and exterior equipment on our catamarans.
Woodworker
The woodworker crafts the wood paneling and interior fittings inside the catamarans, optimizing production methods.
Gelcoat Repair Technician
The gelcoat repair technician repairs gelcoat imperfections and corrects and adjusts composite parts.
Design Office
The Design Office focuses on 11 areas of expertise: interior fittings, exterior equipment, fluid systems, electrical rigging, composites, propulsion, parts lists, standards and certifications, as well as tooling and continuous improvement.
Methods
The Methods team supports production and support services in ensuring the reliability of the tasks to be performed. It analyzes and optimizes technical production solutions, thereby contributing to the improvement of processes and industrial performance.
Purchasing
The Purchasing team identifies and selects products and suppliers in accordance with the company’s purchasing strategy. They ensure the right balance between cost, availability, and performance of the purchased products.
Procurement
The Procurement team ensures the timely availability of materials needed for boat manufacturing, while optimizing inventory levels.
Scheduling
The role of scheduling is to ensure the proper implementation of the production plan by planning and managing the flows upstream and downstream of production.
Warehouse Clerk – Forklift Operator
They ensure the availability of the parts needed for boat manufacturing. He is responsible for inventory management, receiving and shipping goods, as well as coordinating storage activities.
Quality
The quality team works in the areas of supplier quality, composites, boat layout, fluids, and onboard systems. It performs quality checks throughout the manufacturing process and implements corrective actions.
After-Sales Service
The After-Sales Service handles customer complaints and provides technical support after delivery.
Sales
The Sales Department drives boat sales growth, either directly or through a network of business partners.
Customer Service
The Customer Service Department manages customer projects from configuration through to boat delivery, in accordance with quality, timeline, and cost objectives.
Marketing
The Marketing Department contributes to expanding the brand’s reach in France and internationally.
Accounting & Finance
The Accounting Department manages the company’s financial transactions.
Human Resources
The HR team provides guidance and supports management in their daily tasks.
Their testimonial
Jessica, carpenter fitter
“My main mission is to help deliver the boat on time, while making our customers’s dream come true! To do this, I carry out the interior outfitting of the boats right up to the finishing touches, including installing the ceilings, dressing the partitions, as well as dressing the panels in fine wood species. Then I assemble the furniture on the boat, and fit the threaders to create a beautiful finish. What I like about my job is the variety of tasks, and the fact that we’re trusted to work at our own pace, all on top-of-the-range, customized boats. It’s a job where you don’t hesitate to take the initiative, to give ideas, while being rigorous, meticulous, and acting as if it were your own boat!”
Marine, composite operator
“Being a composite operator means building the composite structure of the boats, going through the mold preparation, the lamination of the first fabrics, the draping, and through the infusion, which is a very important stage, where we see the quality and the outcome of our previous work. What I like about my job is being able to organize my work, the autonomy I’m given within a structured organization, and the trust I’m given. Being a composite operator, apart from being manual and physically fit, also means knowing how to adapt, and having the desire to learn. There are so many different tasks, and the same thing you’ve just done won’t be done again until a month later on a new boat. I see my development at Privilège Marine as an adventure!”
Gender Equality Index
With a professional equality index measured at 93/100 for the year 2025, the company is highlighting its commitment to placing women and men on an equal footing. We fully intend to continue our efforts in this regard. The criteria used in calculating the Index are: The gender pay gap: 35/40 The gap in individual pay increases between women and men: 35/35 The percentage of female employees who received a pay increase in the year following their return from maternity leave: indicator cannot be calculated. Number of employees of the underrepresented gender among the 10 highest earners: 2/10
Your journey starts here
Whether you are an experienced professional or looking for your next challenge, we are always interested in meeting talented people who share our passion for the sea, craftsmanship and innovation. We are hiring in various fields: shipbuilding, engineering, production planning, supply chain, support services, and more…Share your application and we will get back to you as soon as possible/
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