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20 x Plater/Fabricators Needed for Major Project in DevonPosition: Plater / Fabricator (Shipbuilding) x 20Contract Type: CISContract Length: Long term programme, estimated 6 to 8 years overallLocation: Appledore, North DevonStart Date: March 2026 (second intake planned for June 2026)Rate: £27.00 – £40.50 per hourAccommodation and Travel allowance: £401.67 per weekWe require experienced Platers who can work to high standards in a heavy engineering shipyard environment. You should be confident working from drawings, fitting steel and platework to tolerance, and supporting production on large new build vessel sections.A trade test will be required as part of selection (details To confirm). BPSS security clearance will be conducted, so you will need a valid right to work in the UK and be able to pass BPSS checks.Pay rate:Days£2,230.92 to £2,463.80 per week (58.5 to 64.25 paid hours, depending on OT)Includes lodge (£355.67 per week) and travel (£46.00 per week) allowancesDay core rate: £27.00 per hour CIS for the first 40 hours per weekDay overtime rate: £40.50 per hour CIS (paid after 40 hours, 1.5x day rate)Nights£2,587.32 to £2,820.20 per week (58.5 to 64.25 paid hours, depending on OT)Includes lodge (£355.67 per week) and travel (£46.00 per week) allowancesNight core rate: £35.91 per hour CIS for the first 40 hours per week (1.33x day rate)Night overtime rate: £40.50 per hour CIS (paid after 40 hours, OT is paid at the day overtime rate)Working pattern:Monday – SaturdaySite access and certifications:Valid CSCS Card or CCNSG Safety PassportRelevant trade certification or apprenticeshipExperience and capability:Experience in heavy engineering, shipbuilding, or structural fabricationFitting and assembling steel and platework to acceptable tolerancesAssisting to create steel frames and unit builds, plus supporting refit and repair operations where requiredAbility to work from engineering drawingsConfident using hand tools and preparation tools safelyExperience with overhead cranes and lifting equipmentComfortable working at heights and in confined spacesClearance and eligibility:BPSS clearance check to be conductedRight to work in the UK requiredProject timeline:The programme is expected to run for around 6 to 8 years, with the first intake starting March 2026 and a second intake planned for June 2026.Apply NowIf you meet the criteria and want to be considered, apply now with your CV and confirm your availability for March 2026. Please also confirm your preference for days or nights.We will review applications as they come in, and if your experience looks relevant, we will be in touch shortly.