4 day working week Monday - Thursday 07:00 - 17:00
Overtime opportunities available at enhanced rates
Positions available across five site locations in Plymouth
At Princess Yachts, we build some of the world’s finest luxury motor yachts through exceptional craftsmanship, teamwork, and attention to detail. We are looking for practical, hands-on individuals to join our Composites team as GRP Repairers.
The role involves repairing complex GRP joints, rectifying cosmetic and structural damage, and laminating to the highest standards to ensure the quality and integrity of our products.
Main responsibilities:
- Follow all health and safety regulations and wear the appropriate PPE provided.
- Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment in line with 5S principles.
- Carry out complex moulding repairs as required.
- Form profiles and shapes to specification.
- Repair surface blemishes and defects.
- Buff finishes to a high-quality standard.
- Repair distortions, holes and scratches.
- Complete complex tracking and inlay tracking repairs.
- Undertake complex split repairs.
- Carry out complex structural fibreglass repairs.
- Complete mould repairs and TPM activities.
- Work independently and as part of a team, including carrying out warranty issues.
- Make technical cosmetic and structural decisions with minimal guidance.
- Create splash moulds as required.
- Ensure work is completed to company quality standards and within project deadlines.
- Collaborate with other departments to support efficient workflow and project completion.
Knowledge and experience:
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in GRP repair, composite manufacturing, aerospace composites, fibreglass production.
- Ability to complete tasks with minimal guidance
- Strong knowledge of laminating manufacturing methods, including open and closed moulding production techniques (desirable)
- Extensive range of experience of hand and air power tools
- Ability to read and follow drawing instructions for completion of product
- Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work
- Team player, ready to adapt to any production line and transfer skill set depending on business requirements
Upon successful appointment, you will receive guidance and training through our dedicated Learning & Development Centre.
Company benefits:
- 4 day working week, with opportunities for enhanced overtime available
- On-site canteen facilities
- Career pathway opportunities
- Long service benefits from 5 years onwards
- Partnerships with Plymouth Argyle, Plymouth Albion, Exeter Chiefs and Theatre Royal for employee opportunities
We established our home in Plymouth, on the edge of the English Channel, in 1965. Today, a highly skilled team come together at our shipyards to create something remarkable.
From designers to engineers, and carpenters to metalworkers, each of them possesses a mastery of their individual craft. And each one is completely focused on the details for which they are responsible.
By crafting every detail, we can perfect every detail. So our customers can enjoy the perfect experience.
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