GRP Finisher / Composite Repair Technician / Refinishing
| Posting date: | 29 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £14.38 per hour + Overtime + Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 June 2025 |
| Location: | Plymouth, South West England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | AWD online |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | AWDO-P13460 |
Summary
GRP Finisher / Composite Repair Technician with previous experience in a similar GRP Repairer / Composite Finisher / Refinishing / Car Body Finishing / Laminating / Fibre Glass / Glass Reinforced Plastic Repairing role, with strong knowledge of GRP materials, tools, and repair techniques is required for a well-established company based in Plymouth, Devon, South West England.
SALARY: £14.38 per hour (plus opportunities for overtime at enhanced rates)
LOCATION: Plymouth, Devon (PL1) – Fully Site-Based
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: Day Shift (over 4 days), 38 hours, Monday to Thursday 07:00 – 17:00
** Multiple Positions Available **
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a GRP Finisher / Composite Repair Technician with previous experience in a similar GRP Repairer / Composite Finisher / Refinishing / Car Body Finishing / Laminating / Fibre Glass / Glass Reinforced Plastic Repairing role, with strong knowledge of GRP materials, tools, and repair techniques.
Working as a skilled and detail-oriented GRP Finisher / Composite Repair Technician you will be responsible for carrying out high-quality repairs and refinishing work on Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) components used in the manufacture of yachts.
As a GRP Finisher / Composite Repair Technician you will be required to identify damage or defects to a range of yacht components/products and determine the appropriate repair methods. Applicants must use their knowledge in hand and power tools for grinding, sanding, cutting, and polishing when determining the appropriate repair process.
DUTIES
Your duties as a GRP Finisher / Composite Repair Technician will include:
• Carry out complex repairs on mouldings and mould tools, including, preparation, laminating and finishing, to a high standard
• Identify damage or defects and determine the appropriate repair method
• Use hand and power tools for grinding, sanding, cutting, and polishing
• Mix resins and hardeners accurately and apply them according to specifications
• Ensure work is completed to company quality standards and within project deadlines
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
• Follow all health and safety regulations and wear appropriate PPE
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure efficient workflow and project completion
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
• Extensive previous experience in a similar role, i.e. GRP Repairer / Composite Finisher / Refinishing / Car Body Finishing / Laminating / Fibre Glass / Glass Reinforced Plastic Repairing
• Strong knowledge of GRP materials, tools, and repair techniques
• 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
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P13460
Full-Time, Permanent Construction and Trades / Manufacturing Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Plymouth, Devon, South West England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.
awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk
SALARY: £14.38 per hour (plus opportunities for overtime at enhanced rates)
LOCATION: Plymouth, Devon (PL1) – Fully Site-Based
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: Day Shift (over 4 days), 38 hours, Monday to Thursday 07:00 – 17:00
** Multiple Positions Available **
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a GRP Finisher / Composite Repair Technician with previous experience in a similar GRP Repairer / Composite Finisher / Refinishing / Car Body Finishing / Laminating / Fibre Glass / Glass Reinforced Plastic Repairing role, with strong knowledge of GRP materials, tools, and repair techniques.
Working as a skilled and detail-oriented GRP Finisher / Composite Repair Technician you will be responsible for carrying out high-quality repairs and refinishing work on Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) components used in the manufacture of yachts.
As a GRP Finisher / Composite Repair Technician you will be required to identify damage or defects to a range of yacht components/products and determine the appropriate repair methods. Applicants must use their knowledge in hand and power tools for grinding, sanding, cutting, and polishing when determining the appropriate repair process.
DUTIES
Your duties as a GRP Finisher / Composite Repair Technician will include:
• Carry out complex repairs on mouldings and mould tools, including, preparation, laminating and finishing, to a high standard
• Identify damage or defects and determine the appropriate repair method
• Use hand and power tools for grinding, sanding, cutting, and polishing
• Mix resins and hardeners accurately and apply them according to specifications
• Ensure work is completed to company quality standards and within project deadlines
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
• Follow all health and safety regulations and wear appropriate PPE
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure efficient workflow and project completion
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
• Extensive previous experience in a similar role, i.e. GRP Repairer / Composite Finisher / Refinishing / Car Body Finishing / Laminating / Fibre Glass / Glass Reinforced Plastic Repairing
• Strong knowledge of GRP materials, tools, and repair techniques
• 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
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P13460
Full-Time, Permanent Construction and Trades / Manufacturing Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Plymouth, Devon, South West England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.
awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk