Plater

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

• 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

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.

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

• -32.50 - Day Shift
• -40.00 - Back Shift
• -41.00 - Sunday & Weekday Night Shift
• -44.50 - Sunday Back/Night Shift

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