Join Our Team as a Fabricator – Plater!
Location: Glasgow – Govan and Scotstoun (On-site, attendance at a recruitment day in Glasgow required)
Salary: £38,662.00 (with an additional shift allowance of 33% potentially applicable)
Your Mission:
As a Fabricator – Plater, you will play a crucial role in the design and construction of world-leading Naval Ships. Your expertise will help us deliver high-quality and innovative solutions that support the security and defense of nations around the globe.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Interpreting engineering drawings with precision
* Marking off materials for fabrication
* Preparing plates using various methods, including Oxy-fuel gas cutting and hand grinding
* Assembling ship structures such as shells, decks, bulkheads, frames, and longitudinals
* Fitting, fairing, and tack welding steelwork using fairing aids
* Fabricating ship items like seats, ladders, false flooring, and panels
* Outfitting ships with hatches, watertight doors, equipment seats, and false flooring
* Forming materials using machine tools, including rolling, flanging, and cutting machines
Your Skills and Experience:
* Modern Apprenticeship certificate (Trade Papers) and minimum SVQ 3 or equivalent
* Current knowledge and experience in fabrication
* Understanding of manufacturing processes
* Ability in tack welding
* Proficiency in Oxy-fuel and/or plasma cutting
* Clear understanding of SHE and risk assessment
* Comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights
* Safety certifications (e.g., SHE Induction, Risk Assessment, Working at Height)
* Background in a major construction or manufacturing environment
Benefits:
We offer a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, and a wide range of flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits. Enjoy perks like a green car scheme, private health plans, shopping discounts, and potential eligibility for an annual incentive!
About the Fabricator Team:
At BAE Systems, we are at the forefront of designing and building naval ships. Our Fabricator team is dedicated to delivering Type 26 frigates to the Royal Navy, and we work various shifts to ensure the timely delivery of vital security products and services.
Why Choose BAE Systems?
This is your chance to make a real difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and rewards integrity. We empower our employees to reach their full potential and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, we encourage you to discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.
Important Note: Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality and residency may affect your eligibility for certain positions. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.
Closing Date: 4th February 2026
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so don’t wait—submit your application as soon as possible!
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