Shipbuilding
Careers for Tradespeople in the Marine and Shipbuilding sector
You may have decided you want a new challenge. If you have a qualification or trade and are looking for a change of job, it might just be that the shipbuilding marine sector could provide the next step in your career. Often with tradespeople, they are simply looking for a reliable flow of work. Well,…
Read MoreShipyard labour onsite quickly – how SLR can help meet project deadlines
We know that our shipbuilding and marine clients need skilled tradespeople on site quickly. The marine sector is unique and working alongside someone who can not only meet the peaks and troughs in labour demand but also manage the payroll side is the support our clients need. Projects running on time and on budget. Whilst…
Read MoreJobs for industrial painters and blasters in the Marine sector
Shipbuilding and marine refits require a whole host of skilled tradespeople to fulfil projects. One of those incredible trades is industrial painters and blasters. We have dealt with lots of contracts over the years where industrial painters and blasters are massively in demand. Let’s focus in this blog on what they do, and how critical…
Read MoreContract work for welder fabricators in the marine sector
Whether building or repairing a ship, welder fabricators in the marine industry carry out an incredibly important job. They build a metal structure that provides the strength to withstand the pressure of the ocean which is no small feat! It can’t be overstated just how important this skilled trade is to the shipbuilding and marine…
Read MoreHow to write a marine and shipbuilding cover letter
You’ve spotted some contract work in a UK shipyard that would be perfect. You need to do is complete the application and come up with a cover letter and that gets you the interview. But where to start? At SLR, we’ve helped candidates in the marine sector for years to secure the work they want…
Read MoreFlexible shipyard skilled labour to manage peaks
We know that demand in shipbuilding changes with the tide and you need a workforce that meets those shifts. If you are a Project Manager or Production Director in a busy shipyard, the key to staying on track with projects is having labour that can be adjusted up and down to match peaks and troughs…
Read MoreContract work for industrial painters and blasters
Industrial painters and blasters are incredibly sought-after in the shipbuilding and marine refit sector. It means the candidates we have on our books are never short of work. Add in SLRs strategic location in Portsmouth one of the U.K.’s biggest naval ports, we keep our industrial painters and blasters very busy! Roles with good rates…
Read MoreJobs for welder fabricators in shipbuilding and refits
The shipbuilding and marine sector have lots of opportunities for welder fabricators. We know they want a steady flow of contract work in a shipyard that comes with digs and good rates of pay. The welder fabricators in our network are not afraid of hard work. In fact, we know most of them would welcome…
Read MoreHow to write a CV for shipbuilding work
Many of us spend hours putting together our CVs, carefully listing our experience and qualifications but the reality is marine recruitment agencies or hiring managers will want to pick out key information on your CV quickly. We understand that could make you worried about what to include, so here are some guidance and tips on…
Read MoreWhy some shipbuilding jobs require security clearance
Much of the shipbuilding in the UK is carried out for defence purposes and is therefore highly sensitive. To safeguard these projects and ensure naval shipping plans are not compromised, many levels of Project Managers, Production Directors and skilled tradespeople must be subject to background checks. Holding current security clearance is undoubtedly advantageous in shipbuilding,…
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