Job Title: Fabricator Plater
Salary: £38,662 plus 33% shift allowance where applicable
Shift Pattern: Days Mon-Thurs, 07:00-16:30, Nights Mon-Thurs 20:30-06:00, Weekends Fri-Sun, 07:00-19:30
Modern Apprenticeship / Trade Papers must be provided when submitting your application
Join BAE Systems and youll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, youll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. Youll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.
Assemble ship structures including shell, decks, bulkheads, frames and longitudinals ensuring all components are accurately fitted, faired and tack-welded
Fabricate ship items such as seats, ladders, false flooring, panels, hatches, watertight doors, equipment seats and flooring systems
Form materials using machine tools, including rolling, flanging and cutting equipment such as guillotines, croppers and mechanical saws
You are required to hold a Modern Apprenticeship certificate also known as Trade Papers (you will be required to provide these papers on application and in person) and relevant mechanical qualifications (e.g., Demonstrating up-to-date fabrication knowledge and hands-on experience in construction or manufacturing environments
Understanding and applying core manufacturing processes and completing tack welding to required safety and quality standards
You will follow SHE principles and risk-assessment requirements in all working conditions
Youll have experience of working safely in confined spaces or at height, supported by relevant safety certifications
The Fabricator Team:
BAE Systems designs and builds world-class naval ships and our Fabricator Platers play a vital role in delivering the Type 26 frigates. Working in teams of 612, youll apply SVQ3-level training and marine fabrication experience to produce high-quality steelwork that supports essential defence projects.
Youll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to whats most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. Were committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.