Job Description

Position: Laminator (Wet Lay)

Job ID: 2826/1

Location: Gosport

Rate/Salary: £21.00 per hour (Outside IR35 - Umbrella or Ltd Company)

Type: 6 Month Contract 

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping, Energy, Defence and Aerospace sectors. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of: GRP Wet Lay Laminator

Typically, this person will be responsible for carrying out high-quality GRP wet lay laminating work on a variety of marine craft, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

HSB Technical's client is a well-established and respected business operating within the marine industry.

Duties and responsibilities of the Marine GRP Wet Lay Laminator:

Carry out GRP wet lay laminating on marine vessels and components.

Read and work from engineering drawings and laminating schedules.

Prepare moulds and materials prior to laminating.

Apply resins, glass matting and reinforcement materials to specification.

Trim, finish and inspect completed laminates to ensure quality standards are met.

Carry out repairs and modifications to existing GRP structures where required.

Work safely in line with health and safety procedures.

Maintain a clean and organised working environment.

Work effectively as part of a production team to achieve project deadlines. Qualifications and requirements for the GRP Wet Lay Laminator:

Previous experience as a GRP Wet Lay Laminator within the marine, boatbuilding or composite industry.

Experience working with polyester and vinylester resin systems.

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and laminating specifications.

Good attention to detail with a focus on producing high-quality workmanship.

Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Positive attitude with a strong work ethic.

Right to work in the UK. Desirable but not essential:

Experience working on commercial or military marine craft.

Previous boatbuilding or shipyard experience.

Composite or laminating qualifications.

Abrasive Wheels or Manual Handling certificates. This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical who have been appointed to act as the recruitment consultancy for this role