Laminator – HMS Victory in Portsmouth

The Laminator will play a critical role in the HMS Victory Project, ensuring a continuous and efficient flow of glued laminated timber components used in the conservation. They are responsible for preparing timber, managing the glueing process, and balancing the needs of plank and futtock production while upholding the highest standards of health and safety. This role is a key part of the ongoing restoration of HMS Victory and provides the opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant heritage project. The successful candidate will be integrated into the broader shipwrights’ team and expected to participate in collaborative problem‑solving and general conservation work if needed.

What you can bring:

• Rigorously follow all health and safety protocols related to chemical adhesives, including proper use of PPE, and maintain a clean, organised, and compliant laminating booth.
• Maintain clear, proactive communication with both the shipwrights team and project management, providing updates and adapting to changes in project priorities.
• Monitor the quality of laminated timber, ensure high standards are met, and take responsibility for cleaning and maintaining equipment and workspaces.
• Ability to read technical drawings and lamination plans for planking and other structures production.
• Experience in woodworking, boatbuilding, or timber preparation.
• Prior experience in a laminating or adhesive-based production environment.
• Understanding of traditional and modern shipbuilding processes is a plus.
• Independently manage time, meet production deadlines, and assess workload to support accurate project planning and scheduling.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to be part of a friendly and diverse workplace within a unique heritage environment.
• Group pension plan with Royal London (6% employer contributions, 2% employee contributions and death in service benefit).
• 25 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays) pro rata for part time employees, increasing to 30 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays) after 5 years’ service, pro rata for part time employees, with the option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Enhanced maternity/adoption and paternity pay.
• Flexible working.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free admission to other national museums and attractions within the reciprocal agreement.
• Discounts at our shops and cafes.
• Free and discounted tickets for family and friends.
• A range of other benefits including cycle to work.
• Paid reservist leave.

We want you to succeed and showcase your skills and experiences, so if you are invited to interview, we will share our interview questions with you ahead of time. If you would like to have an informal discussion regarding the role, or ask any questions, please contact Saul Hoffmann, Lead Shipwright, on email saul.hoffmann@royalnavymuseums.org.uk.

All applicants are asked to apply by 31st May 2026. The selection processes will be held on site shortly after.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to the application process because of a disability, please contact the People team on recruitment@nmrn.org.uk for support.

This post requires a DBS check as a requirement of working on the naval base, as well as the right to work in the UK. Please note we cannot currently sponsor work visas.