Plater/Fabricator

Matchtech Group; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accomodation provided by client

Long-term contract opportunity

Security clearance support

Job summary

Matchtech Group is recruiting experienced Fabricators for a major UK submarine refit programme. You will undertake high-integrity fabrication, structural repairs, modifications and steelwork installation on complex naval platforms.

This role offers an long-term project with accommodation and the chance to work on critical defence assets, with rotating shift patterns and competitive pay rates.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have demonstrable experience in submarine/warship refit, maintenance or repair.
• Experience with high-grade naval steels and pressure-bearing structures.
• Structural alignment, hull integrity or modular construction experience.
• Secure defence environments and confined-space working.
• Heavy structural fabrication, shipbuilding or defence projects.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and install structural steelwork per drawings and specs.
• Mark out, cut, burn, form and straighten sections using oxy-fuel, plasma and grinders.
• Carry out hull repairs, renewals and modifications.
• Work within tight tolerances in confined spaces and compartments.
• Use jigs and templates to ensure accuracy and repeatability.
• Read and interpret complex drawings, weld symbols and technical docs.
• Collaborate with welders, fitters and NDT personnel to meet targets.
• Follow MOD/safety procedures, including confined-space controls.
• Self-inspect completed work prior to QA and NDT inspection.
• Support problem-solving and improve workflow during refit phases.

Skills

Submarine/refit experience

Fabrication/steelwork

Read & interpret drawings

NDT coordination

Safety in confined spaces

Tools

Oxy-fuel cutting

Plasma cutting

Grinders

Job description

We are recruiting experienced Fabricators to join a major UK submarine refit programme. You will undertake high-integrity fabrication, structural repairs, modifications and steelwork installation on complex naval platforms.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term project offering attractive rates, accommodation, and the chance to work on critical defence assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, fit and install structural steelwork in accordance with engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Mark out, cut, burn, form and straighten plate and structural sections using oxy-fuel, plasma, grinders and associated fabrication tools.
• Carry out structural repairs, renewals and modifications to submarine hulls, frames, bulkheads, decks and internal structures.
• Work to tight tolerances within confined spaces and submarine compartments.
• Utilise jigs, fixtures and templates to ensure accuracy and repeatability.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, weld symbols and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with welders, mechanical fitters, pipefitters and NDT personnel to achieve production and project targets.
• Ensure compliance with all MOD, dockyard and site safety procedures, including confined-space and hot-work controls.
• Conduct self-inspection of completed work prior to QA and NDT inspection.
• Support problem-solving activities and contribute to efficient workflow throughout refit phases.

Required Experience

Candidates should possess demonstrable experience in one or more of the following:

• Submarine or warship refit, maintenance or repair programmes.
• Working with high-grade naval steels and pressure-bearing structures.
• Structural alignment, hull integrity or modular construction projects.
• Secure defence environments and confined-space working.
• Heavy structural fabrication, shipbuilding, marine engineering or defence-related projects.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain SC (Security Check) Clearance.

• Existing SC Clearance holders may be able to transfer their clearance through UKSV.
• Candidates who do not currently hold SC Clearance can be sponsored through the clearance process following successful selection.
• You may be able to start once BPSS has been issues and SC is underway.

Shift Rotation

This position operates on a full rotating shift pattern, including days, backs and weekend coverage.

Rotation includes:

• Monday to Friday - Day Shift
• Monday to Friday - Back Shift
• Monday to Saturday - Day Shift
• Sunday to Thursday - Back Shift

Regular weekends off are built into the rotation schedule.

Pay Rates

Umbrella

• Days: £32.50/h
• Backs: £40.00/h
• Sunday & Weekday Nights: £41.00/h
• Sunday Back/Nights: £44.50/h

PAYE

Holiday pay can be accrued or paid in advance.

• Days: £24.27/h plus £2.93 holiday pay
• Backs: £29.87/h plus £3.60 holiday pay
• Sunday & Weekday Nights: £30.61/h plus £3.69 holiday pay
• Sunday Back/Nights: £33.23/h plus £4.01 holiday pay

Benefits

• Accommodation provided by the client.
• Long-term contract opportunity.
• Competitive pay rates and shift enhancements.
• Opportunity to work on a nationally significant defence programme.
• Support with Security Clearance application where required.