Laminator

We’re looking for a skilled Laminator to support the safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacture of composite components used in marine vessels.

You’ll play a key role in producing, repairing, and finishing GRP and composite structures—including hulls, decks, and internal fittings—ensuring all work meets stringent technical and quality standards.

Working closely with engineering, operations, and quality teams, you’ll help deliver products on time while maintaining a strong focus on safety, precision, and continuous improvement.

• Fabricating GRP components using hand lay-up, wet lay-up, vacuum bagging, and related techniques
• Preparing moulds, applying release agents, and ensuring surfaces are lamination-ready
• Mixing and applying resins, gelcoats, and catalysts to specification
• Trimming, cutting, drilling, and finishing composite components
• Repairing and modifying GRP structures, including structural and cosmetic work
• Ensuring correct fibre orientation, resin ratios, and laminate thickness
• Safely operating hand and power tools (sanders, grinders, rollers, etc.)
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and compliant working environment
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet production deadlines and standards
• Completing work orders accurately and on time
• Inspecting equipment and carrying out preventative maintenance
• Troubleshooting technical issues to minimise downtime
• Supporting, training, and mentoring team members where required

• Proven experience in GRP/composite fabrication (ideally in the marine sector)
• Strong knowledge of fiberglass and composite manufacturing techniques
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and lay-up schedules
• Experience with hand lay-up and wet lay-up (vacuum infusion or RTM desirable)
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Understanding of safe handling of resins, chemicals, and composite materials
• Physically capable of manual handling tasks

• NVQ / City & Guilds in Composite Manufacturing, Marine Engineering, or similar
• Experience with plug and mould making
• Knowledge of carbon fibre and epoxy systems
• Background in boatbuilding or marine repair
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• You take ownership of your work and follow through on commitments
• You communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with others
• You stay organised and manage your time to meet deadlines
• You approach challenges proactively and develop practical solutions
• You maintain professionalism and respect in all interactions
• You ensure accuracy and quality through careful attention to detail

• Work on cutting-edge marine technology and high-performance vessels
• Be part of a fast-growing, ambitious company disrupting the industry
• Have a direct impact on the quality and performance of innovative products
• Collaborate with a highly skilled, driven, and supportive team
• Develop your skills in advanced composites and modern manufacturing techniques
• Opportunity to grow with the business as it scales
• Be in an environment that values speed, quality, and continuous improvement

• 25 days holiday per year, plus paid bank holiday
• After two years’ consecutive service, one additional day’s annual leave up to a maximum of five additional days annual leave
• Holiday buy/sell, up to five days per calendar year
• Flexi working, core hours 10:00 to 15:00, subject to departmental requirements
• Private Medical Insurance with optional family cover
• Pension scheme with a 5% employer contribution, there is no cap on the employee contribution level
• Life assurance 3x salary
• Group Income Protection 3x salary, subject to eligibility
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing mental health and wellbeing support
• Professional membership reimbursement

Due to the nature of our work many of our roles require a UK nationality and the ability to obtain a security clearance.  Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet the requirement of right to work in the UK and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to Government security checks.

Kraken Works Limited is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and offers equal opportunities to all.  Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.