Rigger improver

Navantia UK is a new force in British industry, supporting the UK’s defence, energy and maritime ambitions. We’re doing this by creating state‑of‑the‑art sovereign defence capabilities, investing in the UK to modernise industrial facilities, and bolstering the nation's energy security. Established in 2022, Navantia UK is a subsidiary of Navantia SA, a Spanish state‑owned company with over 300 years of naval shipbuilding history. In January 2025, Navantia UK completed the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four historic facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish. By combining Harland & Wolff’s proud heritage and facilities with Navantia’s global expertise, Navantia UK is well‑positioned to strengthen Britain’s defence, maritime and energy industrial capabilities, supporting jobs and economic growth across the UK.

Job Description

Navantia UK is looking for a safety‑first, motivated individual to join our Methil Shipbuilding Yard as a Rigger Improver. This is a hands‑on opportunity to build a career in rigging while gaining industry‑recognised skills and certifications, supporting major operational projects.

What You’ll Do

• Learn and apply rigging techniques, lifting methods, and safe equipment use
• Support qualified riggers with lifting, moving, and positioning loads
• Assist with setup and dismantling of lifting operations
• Inspect and prepare rigging gear and lifting equipment
• Follow all health & safety procedures and use PPE correctly
• Communicate effectively within the team using signals/radio where required

What You’ll Bring

• A strong commitment to safety
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Physical fitness and readiness for outdoor/manual work
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism

Desirable (but not essential)

• Experience in construction, engineering, or industrial environments
• Familiarity with lifting equipment or tools
• Basic mechanical or technical aptitude
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced heavy fabrication environment
• Reliable and proactive approach to work

What You’ll Gain

• Structured training and development
• Opportunity to achieve recognised certifications
• Experience working on large‑scale fabrication projects
• A clear pathway to becoming a competent, certified rigger

Navantia UK is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We encourage applications from people of all gender identities and backgrounds.

Apply now to start building your future in rigging.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. To ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, we commit to a fair and unbiased recruitment process at every stage. This includes ensuring hiring managers are aware of legislation, providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, and actively seeking to eliminate any form of discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

• Competitive base pay
• Company pension
• 31 days holiday
• Life assurance
• Health Care Cash Plan

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role online, please contact us at people.skills@harland-wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.

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