As a Plater on the submarine refit programme, you will carry out high integrity fabrication, structural work, and steel preparation tasks on complex naval platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Fabricate, assemble, fit and install structural steelwork components to engineering drawings and technical specifications
- Mark out, cut, burn, form and straighten plate and structural sections using oxyfuel, plasma, grinders and related tools
- Carry out structural repairs, renewals and modifications on submarine hulls, frames, bulkheads, decks and internal structures
- Work to tight tolerances in confined spaces and submarine compartments
- Use jigs, fixtures and templates to ensure accuracy and repeatability
- Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, weld symbols and technical documentation
- Collaborate with welders, mechanical fitters, pipefitters and NDT teams to meet project targets
- Adhere to all MOD, dockyard and safety regulations, including confined space and hotwork controls
- Conduct self inspection to ensure work meets required standards before handover to QA/NDT
- Support problem solving activities and contribute to efficient workflow during refit phases
Required Experience
- Previous submarine or warship refit/repair experience
- Experience working with high grade naval steel and pressure bearing structures
- Structural alignment, modular build or hull integrity experience
- Confined space competency and experience working in secure defence environment
Security Clearance
You must be eligible for SC clearance to be considered for this role.
- If you already hold SC, a transfer can be arranged through UKSV.
- If you do not currently hold SC, you will be taken through the SC process once selected and approved.
Shifts & Rotation
This role operates on a full rotating shift schedule, cycling through days, backs and weekend coverage. The rotation includes:
- Mon-Fri - Day Shift
- Mon-Fri - Back Shift
- Mon-Sat - Day Shift
- Sun-Thu - Back Shift
- Regular weekends off are built into the rotation
Rate
Umbrella
- £32.50 - Day Shift
- £40.00 - Back Shift
- £41.00 - Sunday & Weekday Night Shift
- £44.50 - Sunday Back/Night Shift
PAYE
Holiday pay can be accrued or advanced, depending on worker preference.
- £24.27 plus £2.93 holiday pay - Day Shift
- £29.87 plus £3.60 holiday pay - Back Shift
- £30.61 plus £3.69 holiday pay - Sunday & Weekday Night Shift
- £33.23 plus £4.01 holiday pay - Sunday Back/Night Shift
