GRP Laminator & Fairing Technician

Location: Marsa, Malta
Engagement: Permanent or short-term project assignment
Pay: Competitive and dependent on experience; permanent salary or project rate to be confirmed

About the Role

ANT Recruitment is supporting an established Malta-based yachting services group with a pipeline project requiring experienced GRP laminating, fairing and finishing capability. You will complete structural and cosmetic composite repairs and prepare yacht surfaces to a high-quality marine finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out GRP laminating, repair and reinforcement work on yachts and leisure craft
• Assess damaged areas and prepare substrates for safe, durable repairs
• Mix and apply resins, catalysts, fillers and fairing compounds accurately
• Complete hand lay-up, bonding, patch repairs and localised mould work as required
• Shape, sand and fair repaired surfaces to the correct profile
• Prepare surfaces for primer, paint or gelcoat finishing
• Complete cosmetic finishing and snagging to a high visual standard
• Use materials efficiently and maintain accurate job and time records
• Follow technical instructions, method statements and health-and-safety controls
• Protect vessels and surrounding work areas throughout each project
• Work collaboratively with painters, carpenters, upholsterers, electricians and mechanical technicians

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrable hands-on experience in GRP laminating, composite repair, fairing or yacht finishing
• Sound knowledge of resins, fibreglass materials, fillers, abrasives and curing processes
• Ability to produce smooth, accurate surfaces ready for final coating
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work safely with appropriate PPE and dust or chemical controls
• Reliable team-working and communication skills
• Availability to work on site in Malta

Desirable Experience

• Previous work on yachts, motorboats or marine refit projects
• Gelcoat repair, spray-finishing or paint-preparation experience
• Vacuum bagging or other composite-production experience
• Recognised trade, composites or marine qualification
• Valid driving licence
• Current right to work within the EU, enabling faster mobilisation

Package and Support

• Permanent and short-term project options will be considered
• Competitive terms based on experience and the selected engagement route
• EU-based candidates are preferred for faster placement; other suitably qualified applicants may also be considered
• Potential longer-term opportunities within a growing marine services group

Apply

Please submit your CV and, where available, examples of previous GRP or finishing work to hugo@antrecruitment.net.

ANT Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.