Shipwright

osition: Shipwright  
Job ID: 1378/15
Location: Gosport
Rate/Salary: £21 - £25p/hour 
Type: Contract

HSB Technical Ltd is a leading specialist recruiter across Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy, and Aerospace sectors. We connect skilled professionals with reputable clients in the UK and internationally. Visit our website or LinkedIn to learn more.

Typically this person will be An experienced composites professional with infusion knowledge, working on marine vessels or similar composite structures. This role is well suited to candidates from both the marine industry and the wind turbine/blade manufacturing sector, where transferable infusion skills are highly valued.

Key Responsibilities of: Shipwright / Infusion Technician

• Carry out resin infusion processes on composite structures (GRP) 
• Perform laminating and ship repair tasks to a high standard 
• Work on both internal and external areas of vessels 
• Prepare moulds, materials, and vacuum systems for infusion 
• Undertake finishing tasks including trimming, sanding, painting, varnishing, and paint mixing/matching 
• Replace and fit components such as skimming fittings on vessels 
• Work with a variety of materials including GRP, and occasionally steel, aluminium, and wood 
• Interpret and work from technical drawings 
• Complete all tasks in line with experience, training, and safety standards 
• Assist with slipping and launching vessels when required 
• Use workshop machinery and hand tools competently

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience with resin infusion processes 
• Experience in laminating and marine repair work 
• Background in marine, boatbuilding, or wind turbine/blade manufacturing 
• Confident in paint matching and mixing 
• Good level of carpentry skills 
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings 
• Experience working with high-quality materials and finishes 
• Strong understanding of composite materials and processes

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.