Plater Fabricator
BAE Systems
Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Job Title: Plater Fabricator
Location: Portsmouth Naval Base
Salary: £34,640 plus overtime and shift allowance
Who we are:
Working for a world recognised defence organisation refit and maintenance of all serving vessels. Such as QEC and Type 45 Destroyers. This team is responsible for the constructive aspects of the maintenance, e.g. new components and structural repairs, of the British Naval Fleet.
As the world has evolved, so has the way we work. Our working approach, will enable you to have flexibility with your working hours, depending on your role and location. This could include accruing hours as well as flexibility around start and finish times, ensuring you can balance life at work, on site and life at home.
What you ll be doing:
To be trade competent, measured at a minimum of 60% skilled against MS_ Constructive competencies
Carry out a Trade specific point of work risk assessment before every task, detailed by Team Leader
Abide by all Risk Assessments, BAE polices and the law
Ensure all tools and equipment that are used are suitable, fit for purpose and in date for any inspection required
Attend all training courses, Tool Box Talks and briefings where possible
Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers, managing their expectations and needs. Mentoring allocated apprentices
Report all accidents, incidents and near misses via the appropriate reporting tool
Your skills and experiences:
Have completed an appropriate trade apprenticeship, naval equivalent qualifications, or qualifications (NVQ in Trade)
Experience in fabrication
Be competent in using a wide range of hand tools and equipment
Relevant Industry Experience Marine, Oil & Gas, Heavy Construction, Rolling Stock
Ability to work at heights and confined spaces
What we offer:
As well as a competitive salary of £34,640 plus overtime and shift allowance, BAE Systems also offers a number of benefits including:
Pension
Employee share plans, green car scheme
Private health plans
Shopping discounts
Annual incentive
We want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in the recruitment process, please speak to us about any adjustments.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Closing Date: 21st May 2025
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