Plater/Fabricator in PL1

Energy Jobline ZR; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided by client

Long-term contract opportunity

Shift enhancements

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is recruiting experienced fabricators to join a major UK submarine refit programme on-site in Plymouth. You will perform high-integrity fabrication, repairs and steelwork installation on naval platforms, working with high-grade naval steels and tight tolerances.

The role offers long-term contract opportunities with accommodation and the chance to work on critical defence assets, with progression through rotating shift patterns and safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy structural fabrication for naval/defence projects.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Awareness of confined-space and safety procedures in a defence environment.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, fit and install structural steelwork per drawings/specifications.
• Mark out, cut, burn, form and straighten plates using oxy-fuel/plasma and grinders.
• Carry out repairs, renewals and modifications to submarine hulls and internal structures.
• Work to tight tolerances in confined spaces and compartments.
• Use jigs and templates to ensure accuracy and repeatability.
• Collaborate with welders, fitters, pipefitters and NDT to meet targets.
• Ensure compliance with MOD/dockyard safety procedures and controls.
• Self-inspect completed work prior to QA and NDT inspection.

Skills

Fabrication experience

Reading engineering drawings

Welding symbols interpretation

Confined-space awareness

Team collaboration

Tools

Oxy-fuel cutting

Plasma cutting

Grinders

Jigs/Fixtures

Job description

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

• 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.

• 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.