Fabricator/Plater

Matchtech; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking skilled Fabricator Platers for a Glasgow onsite role in a leading shipbuilding and manufacturing environment. You will fabricate and assemble large-scale steel structures, interpreting complex drawings and ensuring high quality while working with experienced teams.

The position requires a Modern Apprenticeship Certificate / Trade Papers and recognised fabrication qualifications; there is a regular shift pattern with day and night options, plus potential weekend work.

Qualifications

• Modern Apprenticeship Certificate / Trade Papers required.
• SVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent.
• Fabrication experience in construction, shipbuilding, manufacturing or heavy engineering.
• Strong fabrication techniques and core manufacturing process knowledge.
• Experience tack welding to required quality & safety standards.
• Safe operation of oxy-fuel and/or plasma cutting equipment.
• Commitment to safe systems of work, risk assessments & SHE.
• Experience in confined spaces / at height with safety certs.

Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings, mark out materials, prepare plate with oxy-fuel cutting and grinding.
• Assemble large steel structures including shells, decks, frames and longitudes with proper tack welding.
• Fabricate components such as ladders, hatches, flooring, doors, panels and supports.
• Form and shape materials using rolling, flanging, guillotines, croppers and mechanical saws.
• Maintain quality to engineering specs and safety standards.
• Adhere to health, safety and environmental requirements across manufacturing conditions.

Skills

Fabrication experience

Interpreting drawings

Tack welding

Safety awareness

Confined spaces safety

Oxy-fuel cutting

Plasma cutting

Education

Modern Apprenticeship Certificate / Trade Papers

SVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent

Tools

Oxy-fuel cutting equipment

Plasma cutting equipment

Job description

Fabricator - Plater

Location: Glasgow Onsite

Salary: 40,016 per annum + 33% shift allowance where applicable

Shift Patterns:

• Days: Monday to Thursday, 07:00 - 16:30


• Nights: Monday to Thursday, 20:30 - 06:00


• Weekends: Friday to Sunday, 07:00 - 19:30

Important: Applicants must be able to attend a recruitment day in Glasgow for a trades test.

Essential Requirement

A Modern Apprenticeship Certificate / Trade Papers must be provided as part of your application and presented in person during the recruitment process.

The Opportunity

We are seeking skilled Fabricator Platers to join a leading shipbuilding and manufacturing environment in Glasgow. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the construction of complex, high-quality engineering projects while working alongside experienced teams in a safety-focused and collaborative setting.

You’ll play a key role in the fabrication and assembly of large-scale steel structures, using your technical expertise to deliver work to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings, mark out materials, and prepare plate using methods such as oxy-fuel cutting and hand grinding


• Assemble large steel structures, including shells, decks, bulkheads, frames, and longitudinals, ensuring accurate fitting, fairing, and tack welding


• Fabricate structural and outfitting components including ladders, hatches, flooring systems, doors, panels, seats, and support structures


• Form and shape materials using specialist machinery, including rolling, flanging, guillotines, croppers, and mechanical saws


• Maintain quality standards and ensure all work is completed in accordance with engineering specifications


• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental requirements while working across a range of manufacturing conditions

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Modern Apprenticeship Certificate / Trade Papers (required)


• Relevant mechanical qualification such as SVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent


• Proven fabrication experience within construction, shipbuilding, manufacturing, or heavy engineering environments


• Strong understanding of fabrication techniques and core manufacturing processes


• Experience carrying out tack welding to required quality and safety standards


• Competent in the safe operation of oxy-fuel and/or plasma cutting equipment


• Commitment to following safe systems of work, risk assessments, and SHE principles


• Experience working in confined spaces and/or at height, supported by relevant safety certifications


• Ability to accurately interpret engineering and technical drawings

The Team

You’ll be joining a team of skilled Fabricator Platers working on complex engineering and shipbuilding projects. Working in teams of 6-12, you will use your technical training and practical fabrication expertise to produce high-quality steelwork that supports nationally significant programmes and projects.

Why Apply

• Competitive salary with additional shift allowance where applicable


• Long-term career opportunities within a major engineering and manufacturing environment


• Ongoing training and development opportunities


• Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement


• Opportunity to work on large-scale, technically challenging projects


• Excellent employee wellbeing and support programmes

Security Requirements

Successful applicants will be required to meet applicable security screening requirements, including achieving Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. Some positions may require higher levels of security clearance, which can be subject to residency and eligibility criteria.