Details:
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Location: SO45 Calshot Hampshire
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Composite Laminator and Boat Builder (Carbon Fibre)
Location: Southampton / New Forest Area
Contract Type: Contract
Rate: Competitive (DOE)
About the Role
Our client, based near Southampton and the New Forest, is seeking experienced Composite Laminators and Boat Builders to join their team on a contract basis. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-performance marine projects, manufacturing and assembling advanced composite structures using carbon fibre and other composite materials.
The successful candidates will have a strong background in composite lamination and carbon fibre boat building, with experience in wet lay-up and pre-preg carbon fibre processes.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare moulds, tooling, and materials for composite manufacture.
* Perform wet lay-up laminating of carbon fibre, fibreglass, and core materials.
* Carry out pre-preg carbon fibre lay-up, debulking, vacuum bagging, and curing processes.
* Undertake vacuum bagging, resin infusion, and structural bonding operations.
* Assemble and fit composite structures, bulkheads, decks, interiors, and marine equipment.
* Read and work from engineering drawings, build specifications, and work instructions.
* Trim, finish, and inspect composite components to ensure quality standards are met.
* Identify and rectify defects where necessary.
* Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with project requirements.
Essential Requirements
* Previous experience as a Composite Laminator, Boat Builder, or Composite Technician.
* Proven experience working with carbon fibre composites.
* Strong wet lay-up experience.
* Experience working with pre-preg carbon fibre materials.
* Knowledge of vacuum bagging, resin infusion, and structural bonding techniques.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
* Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
* Marine, aerospace, motorsport, defence, or high-performance composite industry experience.
* Experience with oven or autoclave curing processes.
* Composite repair and finishing experience.
* Relevant trade qualifications within composites, marine engineering, or boat building.
What Our Client Offers
* Competitive contract rates.
* Opportunity to work on prestigious marine and composite projects.
* Friendly and professional team environment.
* Potential for ongoing contract opportunities.
If you are an experienced Composite Laminator or Boat Builder with carbon fibre, wet lay-up, and pre-preg experience, we’d like to hear from you