Welder

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious opportunity in Plymouth for skilled Welders to join a major engineering project at Devonport Dockyard. This 26-week contract requires proficiency in marine fabrication, with a competitive rate of £21.88 p/hr plus overtime and travel allowance. Ideal candidates will hold a Level 3 qualification and have experience in marine or heavy engineering.

Qualifications

• Experience in marine or heavy engineering environments.
• Prior experience with Royal Navy ships, submarines, or commercial vessels is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Welding, cutting, and assembling metal components on ships and marine vessels.
• Delivering critical structural repairs and modifications.

Skills

Welding

Cutting

Assembling metal components

Education

Relevant Level 3 qualification

Job description

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Welder – £21.88 p/hr + OT + Travel allowance | Plymouth | 26-Week Contract

Join one of the UK’s most prestigious engineering projects at Devonport Dockyard in Plymouth. We’re looking for skilled Marine Fabricators to support major Warship and Submarine programmes, delivering critical structural repairs, modifications, and fabrication work.

This 26-week contract offers £21.88 p/hr (inclusive rate), with a 35-hour workweek (Mon–Fri, early finish Fridays). The successful candidate will be responsible for welding, cutting, and assembling metal components on ships and marine vessels according to technical specifications and safety standards. If you’re time-served, hold a relevant Level 3 qualification, and have experience in marine or heavy engineering environments, we want to hear from you. Prior experience with Royal Navy ships, submarines, or commercial vessels is highly desirable but not essential.

This is a great opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance.

Candidates will need to go through SC clearance or BPSS.