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Connecting People in Marine and Energy Recruitment

About Us

At SLR Recruitment, we are proud to embody the spirit of female empowerment in every aspect of our work.

Driven by our commitment to integrity and honesty, we stand by our promise to deliver exceptional results, every time.

We are the bridge between shipbuilders, marine refit employers, and skilled tradespeople, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Situated strategically on the south coast, SLR has cultivated strong relationships with UK shipyards, providing them with the skilled workforce they need.

With 17 years of experience and a team of 7 dedicated professionals, we understand the critical importance of labour supply during peak contract periods. This is where we shine. Shipbuilding and refit trades are not just our business; they are our passion. Our deep-rooted knowledge and expertise enable us to navigate the complexities of the industry with ease.

Sectors

Our in-depth knowledge of the recruitment processes within each of the following sectors sets us apart from generic recruitment consultants. By understanding the unique needs of each sector and fostering long-lasting, trusting relationships with firms both large and small, we offer the most effective recruitment journeys for employers and prospective employees alike.

We understand the unique demands of the marine sector, offering expert recruitment services for shipbuilding, logistics, and offshore operations.

We tailor our recruitment approach to the needs of local sectors, fostering strong relationships with organisations of all sizes to create successful pathways for both employers and candidates.

Specialising in nuclear technology and energy, we offer insights and guidance to meet the industry’s unique needs.

Our Specialities

To find out how a marine recruiter can help your shipbuilding projects or find you work, get in touch with us today.

  • Slingers
  • Industrial Cleaners
  • Fire Watch Personnel
  • Marine Engineers
  • Project Supervisors
  • Project Managers
  • Mechanical Fitters
  • Marine Electricians
  • Industrial Painters
  • Blasters – Grit/Shot/Slurry/UHP
  • Fabricator Welders
  • Platers

Latest Job Offerings

Luxury Sales Consultant

Call Centre & Customer Service | Customer Service | Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time

We’re looking for a confident, organised and outgoing Sales Consultant to join a luxury footwear and jewellery boutique in the heart of Southsea.

Electrical Tester

Electrical | Engineering | Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time

Electrical Testers Needed!

Assistant

Admin / Secretarial / Office Support | Executive Assistant | Hampshire | Part-time

Assistant for MMO Application & Grant Funding – South Coast Seaweed

Handyperson

Hampshire | Maintenance / Handypeople | Permanent / Full Time | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment are looking for a reliable and skilled Handyperson to join the team of a large dynamic local company.

Electrician

Electrician | Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment are looking for a reliable and experienced Electrician to join a large local company.

Skilled Labourer

Labourer | Permanent / Full Time | Surrey | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment are looking for a Skilled Labourer. If you’re hands-on, safety-conscious, and ready to get stuck in – we’d love to hear from you

Supervisor

Permanent / Full Time | Services - Other | Surrey | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment are searching for a Supervisor who is motivated to get the job done whilst working for a company who values their employees

Mobile Working Electrical Supervisor

Electrician | Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment are working with a local company on the lookout for an experienced, hands-on Electrical Supervisor to join their mobile team

Carpenter Multi-Trade Operative – Woking

Carpenter / Cabinet Maker | Permanent / Full Time | Surrey | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment has an ideal opportunity for someone with solid carpentry experience (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent) to work for a local company

Regional Electrician

Electrician | Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment are looking for a reliable and experienced Regional Electrician to work for an exciting local company who value their employees

Multi-skilled Carpenter

Carpenter / Cabinet Maker | Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment are looking for a skilled and motivated Multi-Skilled Carpenter to join a team working on the Isle of Wight

Multi-skilled Plumber

Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Plumbing | Trades & Services

SLR Local are recruiting a reliable and multi-skilled Plumber to join a vibrant company’s team on the Isle of Wight.

Working Foreman – Carpentry Multi Trade

Carpenter / Cabinet Maker | Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment are looking for a skilled and reliable Working Foreman (Carpenter/Multi-Trade) to join a local company’s Isle of Wight team

Mobile Roofers Mate

Permanent / Full Time | Surrey | Trades & Services | Trades - Other

SLR Local Recruitment are looking for a reliable and hands-on Roofer’s Mate to join a local company’s mobile maintenance team.

Plumbing Assistant

Berkshire | Permanent / Full Time | Plumbing | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment are proud to be working with a local company who supports the Royal Household across the Windsor Estate

Door Entry Engineer

Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Trades & Services | Trades - Other

SLR Local Recruitment are working with a local company looking for a Door Entry Engineer.

Electrician

Electrician | Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Trades & Services

SLR Local are excited to be partnering with a large local company who value their employees and are looking for an Electrician

Bathroom/Wet Room Fitter

Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Plumbing | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment are looking for an experienced Bathroom/Wet Room Fitter.

Painter & Decorator

Hampshire | Painting | Permanent / Full Time | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment are proud to be working with a large local company who are looking for a Painter & Decorator to join their team.

Carpenter

Carpenter / Cabinet Maker | Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment are looking for a skilled and reliable Carpenter to join a local company’s maintenance team.

Plasterer

Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Trades & Services | Trades - Other

SLR Local Recruitment are looking for plasterer to work with an excellent large local company that will value you.

Carpenter/Plumber

Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Plumbing | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment are looking for a skilled and reliable Multi-Skilled Operative to join the Portsmouth City Council maintenance team

Groundworker

Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Trades & Services | Trades - Other

SLR Local Recruitment are looking for a skilled and reliable Groundworker to join a team for a large local company in Fareham

Labourer

Building & Construction | Hampshire | Labourer | Permanent / Full Time

SLR are proud to be working with a large local company who care about their employees and are looking for a Labourer.

Estimator

Building & Construction | Estimating | Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time

Estimator required for an exciting permanent role with excellent benefits package working for dynamic company.

Painter and Decorator

Berkshire | Painting | Permanent / Full Time | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment is proud to be working with a large local employer who care about their employees and are looking for a Painter & Decorator

Container Operations Team Leader

Freight Forwarding / Shipping | Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Transport / Logistics / Drivers

SLR Recruitment are delighted to be working with renowned shipping client Geest Line in the search for a Container Operations Team Leader!

Carpenter – University of Southampton

Carpenter / Cabinet Maker | Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment Ltd are proud to be working with a large local employer who care about their employees and are looking for a Carpenter

Plumber – University of Southampton

Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time | Plumbing | Trades & Services

SLR Local Recruitment are proud to be working with a large local employer who care about their employees and are looking for a skilled Plumber.

Industrial Painter – Portsmouth Dockyard

Contract or Temp | Hampshire | Painting | Trades & Services

SLR Recruitment are urgently seeking 10 experienced Industrial Painters for ongoing work at Portsmouth Dockyard.

MMA Welders

Contract or Temp | Devon | Trades & Services | Welder / Metalworker

SLR Recruitment are looking for MMA Welders for a long term contract in Devonport!

Quantity Surveyor

Engineering | Hampshire | Maintenance | Permanent / Full Time

SLR Local Recruitment are excited to be working with a local dynamic company to find a Quantity Surveyor.

Contracts Manager

Building & Construction | Contracts Manager | Hampshire | Permanent / Full Time

Contracts Manager. experienced in construction (building services) and refurbishment projects upto £5m.

Phil Clements – 15-02-23

What our clients say

A very friendly and easy to use agency, took the time to come and see the working environment first to make sure the right candidates were selected, They worked tirelessly to help us fill our vacancy with the right person.

Caroline Tyler – 15-02-23

What our clients say

I can't think of a business owner and team of people who care more about the community of Portsmouth! Sarah is committed and an expert in the marine refit and shipbuilding sector

Christian Scarboro –

What our clients say

I would like to say how friendly and efficient the staff are at SLR and  give a special mention for Tatum who helped us through a challenging time. She dealt with the situation with professionalism and passion and she is a credit to your organisation.

Latest News

Careers for Tradespeople in the Marine and Shipbuilding sector

Shipyard labour onsite quickly – how SLR can help meet project deadlines

Jobs for industrial painters and blasters in the Marine sector

Contract work for welder fabricators in the marine sector

How to write a marine and shipbuilding cover letter

Flexible shipyard skilled labour to manage peaks

Contract work for industrial painters and blasters

Jobs for welder fabricators in shipbuilding and refits

How to write a CV for shipbuilding work

Why some shipbuilding jobs require security clearance

The Importance of an Industrial Painter and Blaster in Shipbuilding

What does a shipyard welder fabricator do

How to find the right skilled tradespeople for your shipbuilding project

Shipbuilding News in the UK

Why SLR is the marine recruiter for your shipbuilding project

Finding skilled labour for shipbuilding projects

Helping shipbuilding candidates with applications

Shipyard Contracts Manager vs Project Manager

How we help shipbuilders hit key project milestones

The difference between a shipyard contract manager and project manager

What jobs are there in shipbuilding?

Helping shipyard production directors hit project deadlines

Shipbuilding and marine recruitment – getting the right labour

How to get the job

What Is a Cover Letter Meant to Say?

What Makes a Good CV Stand Out?

Benefits of using LinkedIn

Building future opportunities for Portsmouths young people

SLR participates at the Shaping Portsmouth Conference 2023

What are your career options after leaving the military

Portsmouth strengthens ties to Halifax Nova Scotia

Why Hughes and Salvidge partnered with SLR to support women in Portsmouth

SLR partners with Biscoe Law at the Inspirational womens awards

Interview with our MD on the Inspirational woman of Portsmouth awards

SLR supporting Shaping Portsmouth and National Apprenticeship Week

Happy new year from the SLR team

What’s ahead for the SLR team in 2023

Security clearance- what opportunities are there in shipbuilding?

BAE Systems awarded £4.2 billion contract to build Royal Navy ships

Spotlight on our clients – Tamar Crossings

Opportunities for industrial painters with SLR

The History of Barrow-in-Furness shipyard

How SLR supports the city of Portsmouth

Paying a candidate what they’re worth

T32 frigates create opportunities at Barrow-in-Furness

The advantages of holding security clearance in marine recruitment.

What sets SLR apart from other larger recruiters

Industrial cleaner: a path to progression in the marine sector

The history of Cammell Laird shipyard

How do we identify the most placeable candidate?

SLR becomes a patron of Shaping Portsmouth

How an industrial cleaning role can open the door to opportunity

The power of local networking for marine recruitment

SLR expands and moves into a new office space

Supporting women in shipbuilding

A busy period in Portsmouth Dockyard opens up opportunity

Spotlight on job roles within shipbuilding

Project deadlines how we support our shipbuilding clients

Leaving the armed forces – career transition

Is security clearance an asset in job hunting – your questions answered

Ensuring your shipbuilding project has the right staff

How we connect skilled tradespeople to opportunity

How hard is it to transition from military to civilian work

Shipbuilding – a thriving growth sector in challenging times

What transferable skills can ex services use in shipbuilding

Why SLR stands apart in marine recruitment

Will I be supported as I seek employment in civilian life?

Why do clients use SLR for shipbuilding staff?

Is Security clearance an asset in civilian work?

SLR: bridging the gap between clients and candidates in marine recruitment

How to ensure your shipbuilding project is delivered on time

Why transitioning from the Armed forces can be challenging

How SLR Builds Relationships with Clients in the Marine Sector

The History of Falmouth shipyard

BAE Plans for Shipbuilding in Glasgow

The Importance of Contributing to our Local Community

What SLR Does For Its Candidates

Transitioning From the Armed Forces: How SLR Helps To Start Your Civilian Career

SLR Visits the Seawork Exhibition 2022 Southampton

Spotlight on the SLR Team

Are you looking for your What Next?

The Importance Of Cammell Laird To UK Shipbuilding

What Are The Advantages of Security Clearance When Job Hunting

The History of Shipbuilding in Portsmouth

The Latest Jobs At SLR – A Range Of Opportunities

Why Security Clearance Can Help You In The Shipbuilding

Next Steps In Your Career After Military Life

Meet The SLR Team Specialist Marine Recruiters

Playing our part in restoring the D day landing craft

Job Opportunities in Portsmouth as Griffon Hover Works Wins £25M Contract

SLR Current Live Vacancies

Providing Qualified Tradespeople to the Shipbuilding Industry Quickly

Huge Investment into UK Shipbuilding by the Government

Supporting our forces people whilst serving and beyond

How hard is it to find work after the military?

How SLR helps ex services succeed in civilian careers

Do employers like ex-military?

Are there jobs for people with security clearance?

Transitioning from the Forces: Opportunities in Shipbuilding

Will I be supported as I seek employment in civilian life?

How SLR helps the shipbuilding sector

What does a marine recruiter do?

How do I get a job outside of the military?

Getting a civilian job after a military career

Why You Can Trust SLR to Help Ex-Services

Questions on resettlement and career transition when leaving the military

How can I be successful after the military?

What are the current vacancies at SLR

Leaving the armed forces can be an emotional time

Why specialist marine recruitment is the best choice for ex services

How we help ex services start their civilian career

Shipbuilding opportunities at Cammell Laird shipyard 2022

How To Gain Security Clearance For Work And How To Keep It

Adjusting to civilian life after a military career

Do Employers Like Ex-Military Personnel?

Jobs in Ship Refitting and Building: What Work Is Involved

The Process To Getting Security Cleared For Work

Specialist Recruitment Agency: Why They Are Worth It.

The boom in the shipbuilding industry in the UK

A Day In The Life Of A Marine Recruiter

Why security cleared personnel are so sought after

National Shipbuilding Strategy: Naval Shipbuilding in the UK 2022

UK shipyards poised for the return of the cruise industry

How to make sure you don’t lose your security clearance

The common challenges for a personnel recruiter in the marine industry

The busy refit and shipbuilding industry

What You Can Expect From The Recruitment Process?

Why security cleared personnel are so sought after

How to find the best recruiting agency for your military transition

First steps to getting a job when you leave the forces

How to Complete Your Application to Show Experience and Gaps

What Is Security Clearance?

The busy refit and shipbuilding industry

The Benefits of Subcontracting for Work

The importance of good communication when seeking work