About this role
Fabricator - Plater Location: Glasgow | Onsite Salary: £40,016 per annum + 33% shift allowance where applicable
Shift Patterns:
Days: Monday to Thursday, 07:00 - 16:30Nights: Monday to Thursday, 20:30 - 06:00Weekends: Friday to Sunday, 07:00 - 19:30 Important: Applicants must be able to attend a recruitment day in Glasgow for a trades test.
Essential Requirement A Modern Apprenticeship Certificate / Trade Papers must be provided as part of your application and presented in person during the recruitment process.
The Opportunity We are seeking skilled Fabricator Platers to join a leading shipbuilding and manufacturing environment in Glasgow. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the construction of complex, high-quality engineering projects while working alongside experienced teams in a safety-focused and collaborative setting.
You'll play a key role in the fabrication and assembly of large-scale steel structures, using your technical expertise to deliver work to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities Interpret engineering drawings, mark out materials, and prepare plate using methods such as oxy-fuel cutting and hand grindingAssemble large steel structures, including shells, decks, bulkheads, frames, and longitudinals, ensuring accurate fitting, fairing, and tack weldingFabricate structural and outfitting components including ladders, hatches, flooring systems, doors, panels, seats, and support structuresForm and shape materials using specialist machinery, including rolling, flanging, guillotines, croppers, and mechanical sawsMaintain quality standards and ensure all work is completed in accordance with engineering specificationsAdhere to all health, safety, and environmental requirements while working across a range of manufacturing conditions What We're Looking ForEssential Skills & Experience Modern Apprenticeship Certificate / Trade Papers (required)Relevant mechanical qualification such as SVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalentProven fabrication experience within construction, shipbuilding, manufacturing, or heavy engineering environmentsStrong understanding of fabrication techniques and core manufacturing processesExperience carrying out tack welding to required quality and safety standardsCompetent in the safe operation of oxy-fuel and/or plasma cutting equipmentCommitment to following safe systems of work, risk assessments, and SHE principlesExperience working in confined spaces and/or at height, supported by relevant safety certificationsAbility to accurately interpret engineering and technical drawings The Team You'll be joining a team of skilled Fabricator Platers working on complex engineering and shipbuilding projects. Working in teams of 6-12, you will use your technical training and practical fabrication expertise to produce high-quality steelwork that supports nationally significant programmes and projects.
Why Apply? Competitive salary with additional shift allowance where applicableLong-term career opportunities within a major engineering and manufacturing environmentOngoing training and development opportunitiesSupportive team culture with a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvementOpportunity to work on large-scale, technically challenging projectsExcellent employee wellbeing and support programmes Security Requirements Successful applicants will be required to meet applicable security screening requirements, including achieving Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. Some positions may require higher levels of security clearance, which can be subject to residency and eligibility criteria.