Sheet Metal Worker

Engineering
Glasgow
September 15, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Position: Sheet Metal Worker

Job ID: 3456/2

Location: Scotstoun Shipyard, Glasgow

Rate/Salary: Local (within 39 miles) – £27.84/hr/£36.92 (Umbrella)

Non-local (outside 39 miles) – £38.70/hr/£47.78 (Umbrella)

Type: Contract ongoing

The below job description will outline this position of: Sheet Metal Worker.

Typically, this person will carry out fabrication, fitting, and assembly of sheet metal components for shipbuilding projects, ensuring high-quality workmanship in line with engineering drawings and industry standards.

Duties and responsibilities of the Sheet Metal Worker:

  • -Fabrication andinstallation of sheet metal components in line with engineering specifications
  • -Reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics
  • -Working with a variety of hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment
  • -Performing fitting, cutting,bending, and welding tasks as required
  • -Ensuring all work is carried out to safety, quality, and production standards

Qualifications and requirements for the Sheet Metal Worker:

  • -Time-served apprenticeship or relevant engineering qualification(NVQ/City & Guilds)
  • -Proven experience as a sheet metal worker, ideally within shipbuilding or heavy engineering
  • -Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings
  • -Strong awareness of health & safety requirements within shipyard environments

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