Sheet Metal Worker

Job Title\: Sheet Metal Worker

Location\: Portsmouth Naval Base. Onsite

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Referral Bonus\: £1000

Grade\: GG06

Requirements\: Modern Apprenticeship / Trade Papers must be provided when submitting your application

You’re expected to have completed 12 months in role prior to applying for an advertised vacancy and you should also discuss the internal opportunity with your line manager to ensure sustained business continuity and to further support your career development.

We know there may be exceptional individual circumstances that impact this, in the first instance please discuss this with your line manager.

If you don’t feel you can talk to your line manager, you can contact your HRBP.

PLEASE NOTE\: Should you be invited for interview; you acknowledge that the Recruitment team will contact you and your line manager regarding your application for this opportunity.

Job Description\:

As a Sheet Metal Worker, you will play a key role in developing and optimising CNC profiling processes across waterjet, plasma and laser cutting equipment. Combining traditional sheet metal and fabrication skills with modern manufacturing technologies, you will produce accurate profiles, material kits and technical information that support safe, efficient and high-quality production within a demanding marine environment.

Working from engineering drawings, specifications and CAD data, you will create and modify machine programmes, determine effective manufacturing methods, and support fabrication activities where required. Collaborating closely with production, planning and engineering teams, you'll help solve manufacturing challenges while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Core duties\:

• You will produce material kits and profiled components using waterjet, plasma and laser cutting equipment
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to determine effective manufacturing methods and material requirements
• You will conduct dimensional inspections and quality checks, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards
• Reverse engineer existing components where required, developing accurate and practical manufacturing solutions
• Support workshop fabrication activities, applying expertise flexibly to meet changing production demands

Essential Skills\:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification in Fabrication, Sheet Metal, Engineering, or a related discipline
• Experience in sheet metal, fabrication, or engineering manufacturing environments, producing high-quality components
• CNC machining and programming experience, including interpreting engineering drawings and creating machine programmes
• Considerable problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop practical manufacturing solutions from technical information and reverse-engineered components

The Ship Fabrication Team\:

The Ship Fabrication Team plays a vital role in manufacturing, fitting and repairing steel and aluminium components for naval vessels. Working alongside welders, engineers and planners, the team delivers high-quality solutions in a fast-paced environment, with structured training, development opportunities and clear pathways into specialist, supervisory and leadership roles.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive\:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date\: 20th November 2026