Shipyard Plater & Fabricator – Hull & Structures

Babcock International; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and engineering company in Plymouth is seeking a Plater/Fabricator to perform structural repairs and fabrications for naval projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in structural steel repair and the ability to interpret engineering drawings. This full-time role offers competitive compensation and generous benefits, including professional development opportunities and a matched pension scheme.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to a Digital GP

Employee share scheme

Payment of Professional Fees

Be Kind Day for volunteering work

Excellent development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in structural steel repair and fabrication.
• Skilled in using fabrication tools and workshop machinery.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience in marine engineering or similar sectors.
• Strong understanding of safety and quality standards in heavy engineering.
• Indentured Apprenticeship or Level 2 qualification in fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural repairs to steel hulls and decks.
• Fabricate and assemble plate and steelwork.
• Translate engineering documents into fabrication plans.
• Cutting, shaping and assembling steel plates.
• Installing and joining plate and structural materials.

Skills

Structural steel repair and fabrication

Using fabrication tools

Interpreting engineering drawings

Marine engineering experience

Safety and quality standards

Indentured Apprenticeship or Level 2 qualification

Job description

A leading defense and engineering company in Plymouth is seeking a Plater/Fabricator to perform structural repairs and fabrications for naval projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in structural steel repair and the ability to interpret engineering drawings. This full-time role offers competitive compensation and generous benefits, including professional development opportunities and a matched pension scheme.