Fabricator

Fabricator (Composite Manufacturing) 📍 Plymouth

🕒 Full Time, Permanent
📈 Multiple Positions Available

About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for Fabricators to join a growing manufacturing team in Plymouth, supporting the production of high-quality composite components using advanced fabrication techniques including lamination, vacuum infusion, and composite manufacturing processes.

This role is ideal for individuals with composite manufacturing experience or those looking to develop specialist skills within a structured and safety-focused engineering environment. You'll work on complex, high-value products while receiving ongoing training and development opportunities.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing moulds, materials, and consumables for production activities
• Carrying out composite fabrication processes including hand lay-up, wet lamination, and vacuum infusion
• Using hand and power tools to trim, drill, fit, and finish composite components
• Assembling composite parts and sub-assemblies in line with engineering drawings and specifications
• Preparing surfaces for painting and coating through sanding, filling, masking, and cleaning
• Working to production schedules while maintaining exceptional quality standards
• Following all health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures
• Maintaining accurate production records and documentation
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing operation
• Ensuring a clean, organised, and efficient working environment

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in composite fabrication, laminating, GRP, fibreglass manufacturing, or a similar environment
• Knowledge of composite materials, resins, reinforcements, and associated consumables
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Experience using hand tools, trimming equipment, and measuring tools
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements within a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills

What's On Offer

• Permanent employment with a competitive salary
• Structured training and development programmes
• Opportunity to gain specialist composite manufacturing skills
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and processes
• Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture
• Career progression opportunities within a global engineering organisation
• Involvement in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives

Apply Today If you have experience in composites, laminating, GRP, fibreglass fabrication, manufacturing, or a similar production environment and are looking for your next permanent opportunity in Plymouth, we'd love to hear from you.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.