Posted 10 August 2026
Job ref: 254825SSE
Plater
- Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, England
- Salary: £24.12 - 43.07 per hour
- Category
- Sector: Marine and Shipbuilding
- Contract type Contract
- Consultant: Sarah Snape
Ready to work on projects that are anything but ordinary?
Morson is on the lookout for time served Platers to join an exciting long-term project on behalf of our client in Barrow – with 12-month contracts and strong potential to extend.
What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for people who know their craft and take pride in their work:
- Marking-off skills (datums & centrelines)
- Assembly, fairing & alignment of major components
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
- Experience cutting steel (band saws, plasma, etc.)
- Installation & alignment of key components (e.g. hull penetrations, seating, casings)
Pay & Shifts
3 on / 4 off days
- Locals: £24.12 PAYE | Non-locals: £32.12 PAYE
Nights
- Locals: £26.73 PAYE | Non-locals: £34.73 PAYE
Umbrella rates available
- Minimum 37 hours per week
- Overtime available (not guaranteed)
- 33 days holiday incl. bank holidays
Additional:
- Trade test & Security Clearance required before starting
Qualifications:
Served and approved Apprenticeship
Apply Now:
Attach your up-to-date, task-specific CV. I’ll be in touch to discuss further.
Morson Talent is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.