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Skilled Trades Opportunities Across UK Defence Programmes

Since 2004, we’ve partnered with BAE Systems to support major maritime and defence programmes across the UK, placing thousands of engineers and tradespeople into long-term opportunities. From next-generation warships to nuclear-powered submarines, these are career-defining projects helping shape the future of UK defence.

Skilled Trades in Demand

Due to continued investment across major defence programmes including Astute, Dreadnought and Type 26, demand for skilled tradespeople is growing across BAE Systems’ UK maritime sites.

We're currently looking to speak with qualified:

Welders / Pipe Welders
Pipefitters
Mechanical Fitters
Fabricators / Platers
Electricians
Marine Painters / Sprayers
Scaffolders & Slingers
Thermal Insulation Engineers

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Opportunities across the UK

We're supporting BAE Systems with skilled Trades helping to deliver leading defence programmes across the UK:

Glasgow: Type 26 City Class Frigate

Barrow-in-Furness: Dreadnought Class Submarines

Portsmouth: Type 26 River Class Destroyer

Why Choose JAM?

We Pay You Weekly

Many agencies pay every 2 weeks, at JAM we pay you weekly.

Long-Term Contracts

We offer long-term contracts on major defence programmes.

Roles Across the UK

Opportunities for qualified tradespeople across multiple UK sites.

Dedicated Support

Dedicated contractor care team to support you throughout the process.

Trusted Partner since 2004

We've worked with BAE Systems since 2004.

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What You’ll Need to Apply

To help us quickly submit your application to BAE Systems, please have the following documents ready. Having these prepared in advance will help speed up the application process.

Trade certificates / qualifications

Proof of address

Passport or proof of nationality

Up-to-date CV

We connect brilliant people with organisations that are shaping the future.

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If you're looking for a new Trades role or if you have questions about working for BAE Systems, drop us a message using this form and our Trades team will get in touch.

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