Job Title: Fabricator - Plater
What You'll Be Doing
Interpreting engineering drawings
Marking-off materials
Plate preparation using various methods (oxy-fuel gas cutting, hand grinding)
Assembling ship structures including shell, decks, bulkheads, frames, and longitudinals
Fitting, fairing, and tack welding steelwork using fairing aids
Fabricating ship components such as seats, ladders, false flooring, and panels
Outfitting ship items including hatches, watertight doors, equipment seats, and false flooring
Forming material using machine tools (rollers, flanging machines, guillotines, croppers, mechanical saws)
Skills and Experience Required
Modern Apprenticeship / Trade Papers (SVQ Level 3 or equivalent required)
Proven experience in fabrication
Understanding of manufacturing processes
Ability to tack weld
Oxy-fuel and/or plasma cutting experience
Strong understanding of SHE principles and risk assessments
Ability to work in confined spaces and at height
Relevant safety certifications (SHE induction, working at height, risk assessment, etc.)
Background in a major construction or manufacturing environmentPlease ensure you attach copies of your qualifications when applying.
Benefits
A competitive benefits package is offered, which may include:
Pension scheme
Employee share plans
Flexible, discounted health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits
Green car scheme
Private healthcare options
Shopping and lifestyle discounts
Eligibility for an annual incentive (role-dependent)
About the Fabricator Team
You will be joining a team responsible for producing large-scale marine and structural components critical to major engineering projects. The environment is fast-paced, innovative, and focused on delivering high-quality work.
The team operates a variety of shift patterns, including day, back, night, and weekend shifts.
Working Environment
This is an opportunity to work in a modern, forward-looking engineering environment that values:
Inclusive culture
Diversity of thought
Integrity and merit
Personal and professional developmentIf you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process (e.g., due to dyslexia, autism, anxiety, or other conditions), please inform the recruitment team.
Security Requirements
Some roles may be subject to security and export control restrictions.
Applicants may need to meet baseline security checks and-in some cases-higher-level national security vetting, which can require 5-10 years of continuous UK residency.
Closing Date: 21st December 2025
The vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received, so early submission is encouraged