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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 environmentWhat 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 skillsWhat'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 initiativesApply 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