Shipyard Sheet Metal Worker — Contract, Glasgow

HSB Technical; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

HSB Technical is seeking a Sheet Metal Worker for ongoing contract work at Scotstoun Shipyard, Glasgow. You will fabricate, fit, and assemble sheet metal components for shipbuilding projects, ensuring workmanship aligns with engineering drawings and industry standards.

The role involves reading technical drawings, using hand and power tools, and performing cutting, bending, and welding tasks while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship or relevant engineering qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds).
• Proven experience as a sheet metal worker, ideally within shipbuilding or heavy engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Strong awareness of health & safety requirements within shipyard environments.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication and installation of sheet metal components in line with engineering specifications.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics.
• Working with a variety of hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment.
• Performing fitting, cutting, bending, and welding tasks as required.
• Ensuring all work is carried out to safety, quality, and production standards.

Skills

Reading drawings

Health & safety awareness

Fabrication techniques

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds in engineering

Job description

HSB Technical is seeking a Sheet Metal Worker for ongoing contract work at Scotstoun Shipyard, Glasgow. You will fabricate, fit, and assemble sheet metal components for shipbuilding projects, ensuring workmanship aligns with engineering drawings and industry standards.

The role involves reading technical drawings, using hand and power tools, and performing cutting, bending, and welding tasks while upholding safety and quality standards.