Location: Southampton
Contract: PAYE / Umbrella
Shift Patterns: Earlies: Mon-Thu: 06:00-14:15 | Fri: 06:00-12:00 | Lates: Mon-Thu: 14:15-22:30 | Fri: 12:00-18:00
Pay Rates: Earlies: PAYE £22.23 per hour | UMB £25.94 per hour | Lates: PAYE: £25.94 per hour | Umbrella: £35.66 per hour
Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK, adhere to ITAR restrictions, and be able to obtain Baseline Security Clearance (BPSS).
The Opportunity
Due to a production ramp‑up, we're recruiting 10 Skilled Composite Laminators to join a high‑performance aerospace manufacturing team. Roles are available on both earlies and lates, working in a modern, automated cleanroom environment producing precision composite components to demanding aerospace standards.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Laminator (Lay‑Up Operator), you'll manufacture high‑quality composite components using manual lay‑up techniques with carbon fibre, glass and honeycomb core materials.
This role involves physical activity. Candidates must be comfortable with manual tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out composite lay‑up of aerospace panels to tight tolerances
Work safely and efficiently to meet production and customer requirements
Read and follow work instructions, specifications and technical drawings via PC
Complete route cards accurately to maintain component traceability
Liaise with Quality and Engineering to support production delivery
Hold and use an Approved Operator (AO) stamp where applicable
Support scrap reduction and continuous improvement initiativesWhat You'll Need to Succeed
You'll work as part of a multi‑disciplined team, taking ownership of quality, traceability and right‑first‑time build.
Essential:
Proven, recent hands‑on experience in composite laminating
Experience working with carbon fibre and similar composite materials
Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail
Ability to read and understand technical documentation
Good knowledge of health & safety in manufacturing or cleanroom environments
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Reliable, punctual and self‑motivated approachDesirable:
Background in Aerospace, Formula 1 or Motorsport
NVQ Level 3, time‑served apprenticeship or equivalent industry experience
What's My Next Step?
If you're an experienced composite laminator available for earlies or lates, apply now to be considered
Salary description
£22.23 - £35.66 per hour