Your New Company:
Join one of the world’s leading aerospace and defence organisations and play a key role in shaping the future of advanced engineering and national security. Operating across global markets, this organisation delivers cutting-edge solutions spanning maritime, air, land, space, and cyber domains.
Based at the Govan and Scotstoun shipyards in Glasgow, you’ll be part of a highly skilled workforce working on complex, large-scale engineering projects that truly make a difference. This is an opportunity to contribute to critical defence programmes while building a career with purpose, stability, and long-term progression.
Your New Role:
As a Sheet Metal Worker, you will be responsible for manufacturing and installing high-quality sheet metal components across a range of projects. This includes ventilation systems, furniture, and structural fittings within a shipbuilding environment.
Key responsibilities include:
*Interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications
*Measuring, cutting, shaping, and assembling sheet metal components
*Fabricating items such as lockers, cabinets, and ventilation systems
*Using a variety of hand and power tools to complete precision work
*Ensuring all work meets strict quality and safety standards
*Working collaboratively within a team to deliver installations safely and efficiently
*Maintaining compliance with SHE, COSHH, and other safety regulations
You’ll be working across a variety of shift patterns including days, nights, or weekends, depending on operational requirements.
What You’ll Need to Succeed:
To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate strong technical expertise and a commitment to quality craftsmanship.
Essential requirements:
*A recognised Modern Apprenticeship, Trade Papers, or SVQ/NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)
(Certificates must be provided at application stage)
*Experience in Construction, Manufacturing, Marine, or Engineering Environments
*Ability to interpret engineering drawings accurately
*Strong understanding of fabrication processes and sheet metal work
*Knowledge of safety standards including SHE, COSHH, and PUWER
*High attention to detail and commitment to "right first time" quality

Desirable:
*Experience in HVAC manufacturing/installation
*Experience working at height or in confined spaces
*Background within large-scale industrial or marine projects

What You’ll Get in Return:
*Competitive hourly rate.
*Flexible shift patterns to support work-life balance
*Opportunity to work on high-profile, cutting-edge defence projects
*Long-term career development with a globally recognised organisation
*Access to training, upskilling, and progression opportunities
*Supportive and inclusive team environment
*Comprehensive benefits package focused on wellbeing, financial security, and lifestyle


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