Fabricator – Plater
// Role Summary
Join BAE Systems as a Fabricator – Plater in Glasgow, a crucial role in building world-class naval ships, including the Type 26 frigates. Contribute to defence projects by assembling and fabricating ship structures.
// Key Responsibilities
- Interpret engineering drawings, prepare plate, and assemble ship structures.
- Fabricate various ship items like seats, ladders, panels, and watertight doors.
- Operate forming machine tools and cutting equipment (oxy-fuel, plasma).
- Requires Modern Apprenticeship/Trade Papers and relevant mechanical qualifications.
- Experience in fabrication, construction/manufacturing environments, and safe working practices is essential.
- Must be able to attend a recruitment day in Glasgow.
// Role Specification
About the Role
Join BAE Systems and become a vital part of our team, contributing to the design and construction of world-class naval ships. As a Fabricator – Plater, you will play a key role in delivering advanced defence solutions, shaping a safer future. This role is based in Glasgow, Govan and Scotstoun, and requires an onsite presence.
What You'll Be Doing
- Interpret engineering drawings, mark off materials, and prepare plate using methods such as oxy‑fuel cutting and hand grinding.
- Assemble ship structures, including shell, decks, bulkheads, frames, and longitudinals, ensuring accurate fitting, fairing, and tack‑welding.
- Fabricate ship items such as seats, ladders, false flooring, panels, hatches, watertight doors, equipment seats, and flooring systems.
- Form materials using machine tools, including rolling, flanging, and cutting equipment such as guillotines, croppers, and mechanical saws.
- Follow SHE principles and risk‑assessment requirements in all working conditions.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
- You are required to hold a Modern Apprenticeship certificate, also known as Trade Papers (you will be required to provide these papers on application and in person), and relevant mechanical qualifications (e.g., SVQ3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
- Demonstrate up‑to‑date fabrication knowledge and hands‑on experience in construction or manufacturing environments.
- Understanding and applying core manufacturing processes and completing tack welding to required safety and quality standards.
- Demonstrate confidence and responsibility in operating oxy‑fuel and/or plasma cutting equipment.
- Experience of working safely in confined spaces or at height, supported by relevant safety certifications.
About BAE Systems
BAE Systems is a global powerhouse in defence, aerospace, and security. We pioneer progress and protect what matters most. At BAE Systems, you’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future for all. Our careers offer limitless possibilities, with lifelong learning, meaningful work, and a supportive culture where everyone can thrive.
The Fabricator Team
As a Fabricator Plater within the Fabricator Team, you will be integral to the production of Type 26 frigates. Working in teams of 6–12, you’ll apply your SVQ3‑level training and marine fabrication experience to produce high‑quality steelwork for essential defence projects.
Location and Requirements
This role is based in Glasgow, Govan and Scotstoun, onsite. You must be able to attend a recruitment day in Glasgow.
Security and Export Control
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.