Plater/Fabricator Opportunities
Job Title: Plater / Fabricator
Vacancies: Multiple opportunities available
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Compensation: £35, + Benefits – Gross OTE £50,
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF
At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Plater/Fabricator at historic Devonport Royal Dockyard – home of the biggest naval base in Western Europe and a vital support for the Royal Navy for over years.
At Babcock we have a true culture of opportunity – with business contracts that last decades and structured career development pathways that can take you in all kinds of directions; you will grow, develop, and achieve more than you ever thought possible. There has never been a better time for you to join Babcock.
Plater/Fabricator Opportunities
As a Plater/Fabricator, you’ll have a role that’s out of the ordinary. We have opportunities for Plater/Fabricators to work on a wide range of projects. You’ll be at the heart of our submarine maintenance programme, working on some of the most advanced marine technology in the world. This is your chance to contribute to national defence while developing your skills in a dynamic and highly specialised environment. You’ll be part of a constructive production team, supporting the repair, maintenance and modification of the UK’s fleet of submarines and warships.
What you’ll do:
1. Perform structural repairs to steel hulls and decks using burning and grinding techniques
2. Fabricate and assemble plate and steelwork using specialist tools and equipment
3. Translate engineering documents into fabrication plans
4. Cutting, shaping and assembling steel plates and components
5. Installing and joining plate, steel and structural materials
Please note that the successful candidate will be required to pass a targeted medical questionnaire and/or medical examination as a condition of employment for this role.
There is an opportunity for Optimised Working Patterns (OWP) within this role. Whilst OWP is not guaranteed; it involves a 4-week shift cycle consisting of either day/back shift or day/night shift. If you would like to know more about OWP please contact the Recruitment Team.
What you’ll need:
6. Proven experience in structural steel repair and fabrication
7. Skilled in using fabrication tools and workshop machinery
8. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
9. Experience in marine engineering or similar sectors (e.g. Royal Navy, RFA, commercial shipbuilding)
10. Strong understanding of safety and quality standards in heavy engineering environments
11. Indentured Apprenticeship or Level 2 qualification in fabrication, structural steel, or sheet metal work (Essential)
Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) clearance for this role.
Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at