Plater Fabricator

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world-recognized defense organization dedicated to the maintenance and refit of the British Naval Fleet. This role offers a competitive salary along with overtime and shift allowances, and the flexibility to balance work and personal life. You will be part of a dynamic team responsible for ensuring the operational readiness of serving vessels. With a focus on safety and quality, you will utilize your trade skills in a supportive environment that values professional development and inclusivity. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to national defense while advancing your career in a respected industry.

Benefits

Pension

Employee Share Plans

Green Car Scheme

Private Health Plans

Annual Incentive

Qualifications

• Completed an appropriate trade apprenticeship or naval equivalent qualifications.
• Experience in fabrication and proficient in using hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform trade-specific risk assessments and follow safety protocols.
• Develop positive relationships with customers and mentor apprentices.

Skills

Trade Competence

Risk Assessment

Hand Tools Proficiency

Fabrication Experience

Industry Experience (Marine, Oil & Gas, Heavy Construction)

Ability to Work at Heights

Ability to Work in Confined Spaces

Education

Trade Apprenticeship

NVQ in Trade

Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

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Salary: £34,640 plus overtime and shift allowance

Who we are:

Working for a world recognised defence organisation – refit and maintenance of all serving vessels, such as QEC and Type 45 Destroyers. This team is responsible for the constructive aspects of maintenance, e.g., new components and structural repairs, of the British Naval Fleet.

Our approach:

As the world evolves, so do our working methods. We offer flexibility with working hours, depending on your role and location. This may include accruing hours and flexible start and finish times to help you balance work, on-site responsibilities, and personal life.

What you’ll be doing:

• Be trade competent, with at least 60% skill level against MS_Constructive competencies
• Perform a trade-specific risk assessment before each task, as detailed by the Team Leader
• Follow all risk assessments, BAE policies, and legal requirements
• Ensure tools and equipment are suitable, fit for purpose, and up-to-date for inspections
• Attend all training courses, toolbox talks, and briefings as possible
• Develop positive relationships with customers, managing expectations and needs, and mentoring apprentices
• Report all accidents, incidents, and near misses through the appropriate channels

Your skills and experiences:

• Completed an appropriate trade apprenticeship, naval equivalent qualifications, or NVQ in Trade
• Experience in fabrication
• Proficient in using a wide range of hand tools and equipment
• Relevant industry experience in Marine, Oil & Gas, Heavy Construction, or Rolling Stock
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces

What we offer:

Alongside a competitive salary of £34,640 plus overtime and shift allowance, BAE Systems offers benefits including:

• Pension
• Employee share plans and green car scheme
• Private health plans
• Annual incentive

We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance during recruitment, please discuss any necessary adjustments with us.

Note: Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions, which may limit eligibility based on nationality, previous nationalities, or place of birth. All applicants must meet at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Higher security vetting levels may require 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residency, depending on the role.