Join Our Team as a Fabricator – Plater!
Location: Glasgow – Govan and Scotstoun (On-site, must attend a recruitment day in Glasgow)
Salary: £38,662.00 (with an additional shift allowance of 33% applicable)
What You'll Be Doing
As a Fabricator – Plater, you will play a crucial role in our mission to deliver world-class naval ships. Your responsibilities will include:
* 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
To thrive in this role, you should possess:
* A Modern Apprenticeship certificate (Trade Papers) and a minimum SVQ 3 or equivalent
* Current knowledge and experience in fabrication
* An understanding of manufacturing processes
* Tack welding ability
* Oxy-fuel and/or plasma cutting skills
* A clear understanding of SHE and risk assessment
* Comfort in working in confined spaces and at heights
* Safety certifications (e.g., SHE Induction, Risk Assessment, Working at Height)
* A background in a major construction or manufacturing environment
Note: Please attach a copy of your qualifications when submitting your application.
Why Join Us?
At BAE Systems, we offer more than just a job; we provide a pathway to a fulfilling career. Here’s what you can expect:
* A competitive pension scheme
* Employee share plans
* An extensive range of flexible, discounted health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits
* Eligibility for an annual incentive
About the Fabricator Team
Join a team that is at the forefront of designing and building world-leading naval ships. Your work will directly contribute to the security and defense of nations around the globe. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, innovative solutions, and we’re looking for talented individuals like you to help us achieve our goals.
Our Fabricator team operates on a variety of shifts, including days, backs, nights, and weekends, ensuring that we meet our commitments to delivering vital security products and services.
Why BAE Systems?
This is your chance to make a real difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and rewards integrity and merit. We are committed to empowering you to fulfill your potential. 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 March 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!
#LI-PM1
#LI-Onsite