Ship Fitter & Fabricator - Marine Steel Structures

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Ship Fitter / Fabricator for a key role based in Govan, Glasgow. You will support fabrication, assembly, installation and outfitting of large steel structures within a marine and heavy engineering environment, delivering high-quality workmanship with a strong emphasis on safety.

You will read engineering drawings, assemble decks and shell sections, operate fabrication equipment, and work with supervisors and trades to resolve production challenges

Qualifications

• Experience with fabrication and installation of steel structures.
• Familiarity with reading engineering drawings and specs.
• SHE induction and safety certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Mark off and prepare materials in line with drawings and specs.
• Assemble and install steel structures, decks, bulkheads, frames, and shell sections.
• Fit, align, and fair steelwork using appropriate tools.
• Fabricate and install structural and outfitting components such as platforms, ladders, flooring, and doors.
• Operate fabrication machinery (rolling, flanging, cutting, drilling).
• Carry out plate prep, grinding, cutting, pressure testing and fitting.
• Support launch, docking, commissioning and testing activities.
• Collaborate with supervisors and other trades to resolve production challenges.
• Assist in mentoring apprentices and sharing trade knowledge.

Skills

Fabrication drawings

Heavy engineering

SHE awareness

Ship fitting

Quality standards

Hand skills

Communication

Education

Trade papers / apprenticeship

Safety certifications (SHE induction, COSHH, Working at Height)

Job description

JAM Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Ship Fitter / Fabricator for a key role based in Govan, Glasgow. You will support fabrication, assembly, installation and outfitting of large steel structures within a marine and heavy engineering environment, delivering high-quality workmanship with a strong emphasis on safety.

You will read engineering drawings, assemble decks and shell sections, operate fabrication equipment, and work with supervisors and trades to resolve production challenges