Fabricator/plater in G14 0XN

Energy Jobline CVL; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

HSB Technical Ltd is seeking a skilled Fabricator/Plater in Glasgow on a contract basis. The role focuses on assembling, installing, and outfitting complex ship structures to high-quality standards, with strong drawing interpretation and SHE compliance required.

You will work hands-on in a production-driven maritime environment, coordinating with teams to deliver on time and to specification. The position emphasizes safety consciousness, teamwork, and the ability to work both independently and

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of fabrication and installation drawings.
• Experience in shipbuilding or heavy engineering.
• Clear SHE risk awareness.
• Practical fabrication and assembly skills.
• Ability to problem solve and adapt to changing work practices.

Responsibilities

• Comply with SHE regulations and safe working practices.
• Marking-off materials and interpreting fabrication drawings.
• Assemble ship structures including shell, decks, bulkheads, frames and longitudinals.
• Fit and fair steelwork using fairing aids.
• Fabricate ship components including seats, ladders, panels and flooring.
• Outfitting activities including installation of hatches and watertight doors.
• Operate rolling, flanging and cutting machinery; carry out plate prep with oxy-fuel cutting and grinding.
• Support ship docking, pressure testing, drilling and lock fitting activities; prepare vessels for launch and sea trials.
• Maintain quality standards and meet production targets; engage with supervisors and other trades.

Skills

Fabrication drawings

Shipbuilding knowledge

SHE awareness

Fabrication skills

Problem solving

Communication

Mentoring apprentices

Job description

Position: Fabricator - Plater
ID: (phone number removed)
Location: Glasgow
Type: Contract

Rates

• Local (within 39 miles) - £27.84/hr
• Non-local (outside 39 miles) - £38.70/p/h
• Night Shift: Local - £36.92/hr | Non-local - £47.78/ph
• Fri-Sun Shift: Local - £35.67/hr | Non-local - £46.52/hr

HSB Technical Ltd is a leading specialist recruiter across Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy, and Aerospace sectors. We connect skilled professionals with reputable clients in the UK and internationally.

Typically, this person will be: A skilled Fabricator/Plater with experience in shipbuilding or heavy steel fabrication, capable of assembling, installing, and outfitting complex ship structures to highquality standards.

You will have strong drawing interpretation skills, a clear understanding of SHE regulations, and the ability to work effectively within a production-driven maritime environment. You will be hands‑on, safety‑conscious, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team to deliver projects on time and to specification.

Key Responsibilities of Fabricator - Plater

• Comply with all SHE regulations and safe working practices
• Marking-off materials and interpretingfabrication drawings
• Assembly of ship structures including shell, decks, bulkheads, frames and longitudinals
• Fit and fair steelwork using fairing aids
• Fabricate ship components including seats, ladders, panels and flooring
• Outfitting activities including installation of hatches, watertight doors and equipment supports
• Operate rolling, flanging and cutting machinery (guillotine, cropper, mechanical saw)-Carry out plate preparation using oxy-fuel cutting and grinding
• Support ship docking, pressure testing, drilling and lock fitting activitiesPrepare vessels for launch and sea trials
• Maintain quality standards and meet production targets-Engage with supervisors and other trades to resolve shop floor issues

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Strong understanding of fabrication and installation drawings
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes within shipbuilding or heavy engineering
• Clear understanding of SHE risk awareness
• Practical fabrication and assembly skills
• Ability to problem solve and adapt to changing work practices
• Good communication skills and team-focused approach
• Coaching ability to support apprentices