Naval Mechanical Fitter – Onsite Contract

Babcock International Group; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Babcock, a defence and engineering firm, is recruiting for a Mechanical Production Support Operative at Devonport. The role focuses on maintaining and supporting naval platforms, with hands-on work across ships, submarines and factory settings.

The position requires mechanical experience, ability to read drawings, and a strong emphasis on safety. 35 hours weekly on-site, 6-month contract, with SC security clearance consideration.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical fitting, maintenance and production support on naval/marine platforms or equivalent industrial environments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Solid understanding of health and safety practices in high-risk settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in mechanical assembly, maintenance and repair of components on naval vessels and factory sites.
• Support production teams with tooling, materials and technical guidance.
• Carry out inspections, fault diagnosis and basic testing of mechanical systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and engineering standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, managers and quality teams to resolve production issues.

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Maintenance

Production support

Read drawings

Health and safety

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Propulsion systems

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Babcock, a defence and engineering firm, is recruiting for a Mechanical Production Support Operative at Devonport. The role focuses on maintaining and supporting naval platforms, with hands-on work across ships, submarines and factory settings.

The position requires mechanical experience, ability to read drawings, and a strong emphasis on safety. 35 hours weekly on-site, 6-month contract, with SC security clearance consideration.