Posted 02 August, 2026
GRP Operative
AWD Online
Cambridge, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
GRP OperativeThis is an excellent contract opportunity for experienced hands-on GRP, fibreglass and composites professionals to work on a major project in Cambridge, with strong hours, competitive rates and an 11-day work pattern.If you have hands-on experience with resin, glass fibre, laminating, moulds, joints, pipework, ductwork or fibreglass repairs, please apply now.If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: GRP Laminator, Fibreglass Laminator, Composite Laminator, Laminator, Fibreglass Operative, GRP Pipework Installer, GRP Ducting Installer, Composite Repair Technician, Vehicle Body Builder, Boatbuilding Laminator** Multiple Positions Available Immediate Starts **SALARY: £23.45 per Hour basic, £32.83 per Hour OT1 and £42.21 per Hour OT2, with an approximate 11-day gross wage of £3,168.40 including bonus + Benefits (Bonus payment will be discussed)LOCATION: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, East of England - Accommodation / travel allowance provided where applicableJOB TYPE: Full-Time, 5 Month Contract (Approx.)WORKING HOURS: 11-day rotation / 106 hours per fortnightJOB OVERVIEWThis is an excellent opportunity for a GRP Operative with practical experience in resin, glass fibre, laminating, GRP ducting, GRP pipework or related fibreglass work.As a GRP Operative, you will prepare and laminate site joints using resin and glass fibre on GRP ducting and pipework, working to site specifications on a major project in Cambridge.The GRP Operative will join a contract assignment lasting approximately 5 months, with the next available site induction and an 11-day working pattern.If you have hands-on experience with resin, glass fibre, laminating, moulds, joints, pipework, ductwork or fibreglass repairs, please apply now.APPLY TODAYReady to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review.DUTIESYour duties as the GRP Operative include:Prepare Site Joints: Prepare GRP ducting and pipework joints ready for laminating in line with project requirementsCarry out Laminating Work: Use resin, glass fibre and hand lay-up / wet lay-up techniques on GRP ducting and pipeworkWork on Ducting and Offtakes: Support work on 600mm and 400mm main ducting, with smaller offtakes down to 100mmFollow Site Specifications: Complete work accurately, safely and consistently to the required site standardsSupport Pipework Installation: Work with pipework set in pre-installed supports, ensuring joints are prepared and finished correctlyUse Transferable Skills: Apply relevant experience from GRP pipework, GRP ducting, fibreglass laminating, mould making, vehicle body building, marine work, composite repairs, tanks, linings, panels or enclosuresCANDIDATE REQUIREMENTSPrevious hands-on experience with GRP, fibreglass, resin, glass fibre, laminating, moulds, joints, pipework, ductwork or composite repairsExperience in GRP pipework, GRP ducting, hand lay-up, wet lay-up, fibreglass laminating or similar practical workAble to prepare and laminate joints to site specificationsReliable, practical and able to work effectively as part of a site-based project teamAvailable quickly for the next available site inductionAble to work the required 11-day rotation and contract durationHOW TO APPLYTo be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs 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-C14997Full-Time, Contract Construction & Trades Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, East of 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-IN-SPJTPBN1_UKTJ
