Job Title: Fabricator / Plater
Location: Devonport, Plymouth
Pay Rate: £19.45 – £24.31 per hour (dependent on experience and shift)
Job Type: Full-Time, Contract
Security Clearance: Required (UK Nationals only)

About the Role:

We are recruiting experienced Fabricators / Platers on behalf of a prestigious client based in Devonport, Plymouth. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on critical defence infrastructure within a world-class naval engineering environment.

As a Fabricator / Plater, you will be responsible for the fabrication and installation of structural components, supporting the maintenance and refit of naval vessels and submarines. You will work from engineering drawings and technical specifications, ensuring high standards of safety, accuracy, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Interpret and work from engineering drawings and technical plans
Mark out, cut, shape, and assemble structural steel components
Carry out plating and fabrication tasks using a range of tools and machinery
Operate safely in confined spaces and adhere to all health and safety procedures
Work as part of a team to meet project deadlines
Carry out quality checks and rectify any issues in fabrication processes
Support welding and other metalwork operations as required
Requirements:

Proven experience in fabrication and plating, ideally in shipbuilding, marine, or heavy industry
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Fabrication & Welding (preferred)
Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings
Strong understanding of health & safety requirements, including working in restricted areas
UK Security Clearance (or willingness to undergo clearance process) – UK Nationals only
Desirable:

Previous MOD or dockyard experience
Confined space and working at height certification
Benefits:

Competitive hourly rate: £19.45 – £24.31 (depending on experience and shift pattern)
Long-term contract opportunities
Potential for overtime and shift enhancements
Working on high-profile, nationally important projects
Apply today to be part of a skilled and dedicated team contributing to the UK’s defence infrastructure

Job Types: Temporary, Fixed term contract

Rate of Pay

£21.88 per hour

Job ID – Fabricator/Welder