Salary: £20.80 - 47.78 per hour
Reference: 260355SSE
Ready to Build Something Massive? Join the Shipyard Crew in Glasgow!
Morson is on the lookout for skilled Platers to join an exciting shipbuilding project in Glasgow — and this isn’t just any job. It’s your chance to help bring world-class vessels to life!
12-month contracts with strong potential for extension
Work on real ships, not just parts on a bench
What You’ll Be Doing
- You’ll be at the heart of the action — fabricating, assembling, and installing key ship components to the highest standards.
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Your day-to-day could include:
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Marking off materials
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Building ship structures (shells, decks, bulkheads & more)
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Fabricating items like ladders, panels & flooring
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Installing hatches, watertight doors & onboard equipment
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Using machinery for rolling, cutting & forming materials
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Preparing vessels for launch and sea trials
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Docking work, plate prep, pressure testing & fitting
What You’ll Need
- Ability to read fabrication & installation drawings
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Strong hands-on fabrication and assembly skills
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Knowledge of manufacturing processes
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Solid awareness of safety, health & environmental risks
Pay Rates (PAYE)
Days:
- Locals: £20.80/hr
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Non-locals: £28.80/hr
Nights:
- Locals: £27.66/hr
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Non-locals: £35.66/hr
Umbrella rates available (ask for full rate card)
What’s in It for You?
- Minimum 37 hours per week
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Overtime available (not guaranteed)
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33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Important Info
- Trade test & security clearance required
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Apply with an up-to-date, task-specific CV and apprenticeship papers and i will call to discuss further
Don’t just build a career — build ships. Apply now and get stuck in!
Morson is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
ME21 - Marine
