Morson Barrow

Morson Barrow Morson International is a specialist technical and engineering recruitment company for the engineeri

Morson International is a specialist technical and engineering recruitment company for the engineering industry, and was recently named as the UK’s No.1 Technical Recruiter in the definitive industry publication, the Top 250 Report. Morson International delivers exceptional personnel to a diverse client base across the world, and develops bespoke, innovative recruitment solutions across all sectors.

16/04/2026

Flux Core Welders
Morson are recruiting Welders on behalf of our prestigious defence client, for a 12-month initial contract, on site in Barrow-In-Furness (Cumbria). We are currently taking on application for anyone interested. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry

Salary:
Local contractors
3 on 4 off PAYE: £24.18 (excluding holiday pay per hour) UMBRELLA: £32.21
Overtime: £30.15 - £50.98

Job Description:
• Welding different materials (carbon & stainless steel & aluminium)
• Welding using different welding processes i.e., Manual Metal Arc, Metal Active Gas, Metal Inert Gas, Automatic & Semi-Automatic Machine Welding (Submerged – Arc & KAT) & Resistance Welding (Stud Welding)
• Welding butts and fillets to a high standard
• Main process – FCAW / MAG – using ceramic tiles
• Self-verification on all welds
• Adhering to all SHE related standards associated with welding, including fume control

Your Skills and requirements:
• Modern Apprenticeship certificate also known as Trade Papers (you will be required to provide papers)
• Ceramic Tile Welding Knowledge
• Knowledge and experience in Welding and use of associated equipment
• Flux core arc welding experience
• Deposit welds that pass both visual and NDE examinations
• Materials experience of welding carbon steel thickness 4-10mm range
• Clear understanding of SHE and Risk Assessment awareness
• Background in major construction / manufacturing environment
• Welding with MCAW consumables
• Welding aluminium with MIG process
• Welding with automated equipment

Benefits:

- Favourable 3-on-4-off shift pattern
- Opportunities to go permanent
- Provide security for our country and allies for decades to come

Full rate card available on request. Interested applicants which are pass the screening call with the hiring manager will need to attend a trade test (2 days). Candidates will be offered the position based on the trade test result.

Most importantly successful candidates will be required to gain security clearance before eligible to start on site (we will help you with all paperwork)
If interested, please get in touch: [email protected] with your updated CV & Apprenticeship papers.

08/04/2026

Ready to Level Up Your Career? Join The team at BAE Systems (Barrow-In Furness)

Local Mechanical Fitters required!
We’re not just offering a job — we’re offering a mission/Opportunity
If you’re passionate, driven, and ready to make an impact, we want you to join the team.
What’s in it for you?
✨ A role where your experience matters.
✨ Play a crucial role in the UK’s defence and global trade.
✨ Building next-generation submarines.
✨Flexible/ popular shift patterns catering to work/personal life

The Role: Mechanical Fitters
Installation of mechanical systems, components and equipment on vessels.
Work safely at all times, complying with Health and Safety and other relevant regulations and guidelines.
Follow the relevant instructions, drawings and any other Quality Standards/specifications.
Use the appropriate methods and techniques to manufacturer and install mechanical systems and ancillary equipment.
Check the completed activity to ensure that all operations have been completed to meet the required Quality Standards/specification.
Use associated tools and equipment safely and effectively

Apprenticeship qualifications required
Rate card available on request
📅 Apply today — your future self will thank you.
Contact me directly on: [email protected]

07/04/2026

We are Recruiting!
Pipefitters – Shipbuilding / Heavy Industry
Barrow-in-Furness | 12-Month Contract (Likely Extension)
Morson Talent is recruiting time-served Pipefitters for a major shipbuilding client in Barrow. This is a long-term opportunity working on complex, high-value marine and heavy industrial projects.
The Role
Manufacture, fabrication & installation of small and large bore pipe spools
Working in the Pipe Shop and onboard ship
Preparing and fabricating pipework ready for installation
Working with various materials to tight tolerances
Requirements
Time-served Pipefitter (trade papers required)
Previous shipbuilding, marine, or heavy industry experience preferred
Strong understanding of SHE processes, PPE & RPE
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Experience with datum, imperial measurements & shock clearance
Cutting and preparation of non-target material pipework
Pay & Shifts
3 on / 4 off days
Locals: £24.12 PAYE | Non-locals: £32.12 PAYE
3 on/ 4 off Nights
Locals: £28.14 PAYE | Non-locals: £36.14 PAYE
Umbrella rates available
Minimum 37 hours per week
Overtime available (not guaranteed)
33 days holiday incl. bank holidays
Security Clearance required before starting
Apply Now
Attach your up-to-date, task-specific CV detailing your pipefitting experience. I’ll be in touch to discuss further.
Morson Talent is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.

02/04/2026

Job: Electrician
Location: Barrow-In-Furness (Cumbria), United Kingdom
Salary & Shifts: Range of payrates based on shift patterns, full breakdown below

Contract length: 12 months (extensions available)
Contracted hours: 37 hours (overtime available)
Rate card: Available on request

Morson are partnered up with a prestigious defence client (leader in the Defence and Security sector) in search for skilled electricians. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential.

What is expected from me?

As a qualified electrician you will have an important role within the business to stay professional throughout your contract delivering to the highest standard ensuring Safety, Health and Environmental regulations are followed.

Job Description

- Installation of all types of cables (multi-core, single core and co-axial) & electrical systems (junction boxes, fuse panels, consoles, transformers, switches etc.)

- Technical systems diagnostics: Confident using schematics for fault finding and testing with multi-meters and insulation resistance testers.

Requirements

- Qualifications & Compliance: Holds a full Engineering Modern Apprenticeship, trade papers.

- Understanding of electrical installation drawings

- Must be comfortable working in confined spaces and or at height

- Safety certification i.e. SHE Induction, COSHH Awareness, working at height etc

- Background in marine, Oil and Gas, major construction / manufacturing environment

Benefits

- Build your portfolio by working on advanced defence project

- Provide security for our country and allies for decades to come

- Permanent opportunities with leader in the defence and security sector

Next steps

- If interested in finding out more information regarding the role, please email your CV to [email protected] and one of the team members will be in touch to discuss the role further.

31/03/2026

Morson is on the lookout for time served Platers to join an exciting long-term project on behalf of our client in Barrow – with 12-month contracts and strong potential to extend.

What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for people who know their craft and take pride in their work:
Marking-off skills (datums & centrelines)
Assembly, fairing & alignment of major components
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Experience cutting steel (band saws, plasma, etc.)
Installation & alignment of key components (e.g. hull penetrations, seating, casings)

Pay & Shifts
3 on / 4 off days
Locals: £24.12 PAYE | Non-locals: £32.12 PAYE
Nights
Locals: £26.73 PAYE | Non-locals: £34.73 PAYE
Umbrella rates available
Minimum 37 hours per week
Overtime available (not guaranteed)
33 days holiday incl. bank holidays
Additional:
Trade test & Security Clearance required before starting

Qualifications:

Served and approved Apprenticeship

Apply Now:
Send your up-to-date, task-specific CV and apprenticeship certs to [email protected]. I’ll be in touch to discuss further.
Morson Talent is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.

20/03/2026

Mobile Crane Operators

BAE Systems Barrow

12-month contract

Please email [email protected] with updated CV & Mobile Crane ticket (CPCS, NPORS or NVQ equivalent) if interested

Full SC clearance will need to be obtained
Rates provided upon application

17/03/2026

Slingers

BAE Systems Barrow

12-month contract

Please email [email protected] with updated CV & Slinger ticket (CPCS, NPORS or NVQ equivalent) if interested

Full SC clearance is extremely advantageous

Rates provided on application

17/03/2026

Good Morning and Happy Tuesday!



I am actively recruiting for a Confined Space role at BAE Systems in Barrow in Furness.



The role is a 12 month contract with starts subject to security clearance and an Interview.





It is a standard 37 hours a week with a possibility of overtime.



If this is something you would be interested in please email me your CV and confined space certificate/card to [email protected]



Please only apply if you have the relevant experience and qualification.

13/03/2026

🚛 HGV Class 1 Logistics Drivers Needed – BAE Systems Barrow 🚛

A great opportunity has opened for HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers to work at BAE Systems in Barrow-in-Furness on a 6-month contract.



📍 Location: Barrow-in-Furness
⏰ Hours: 37 hours per week



Role Details:
• Start and finish your shift at the Barrow site
• Delivering and collecting goods from other sites
• No overnight stays required

Requirements:
✔ Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
✔ Digital Tachograph Card
✔ Up-to-date CV
✔ Must be able to obtain security clearance

📩 If you’re interested email your CV to [email protected] and licence details.

📞 For more information call: 0161 707 1516

08/01/2026

NEW ROLE
Fork Lift Truck Driver
BAE Systems Barrow
12 month contract
Please email [email protected] with updated CV, FLT License & Driving Licence if interested
Rates provided on application

07/01/2026

Morson is currently recruiting experienced Joiners to join our team, working on behalf of a prestigious client KAEFER at the Barrow Shipyard. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure long-term work on a high-profile project.

Role details:

Pay rate: £19.04 per hour (PAYE)

Contract length: 12 months

Start dates: Immediate and April starts available

If you’re a skilled Joiner looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to work on a major shipyard project, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now by emailing your CV and certificates to [email protected]

Or call 0161 707 1516 for more information.

06/01/2026

Morson are looking to recruit Pipefitters for our client in Barrow. These contracts are initially 12 months with a strong likelihood of extension.
Successful candidates must be time served and able to provide trade papers on application, ideally with previous experience with shipbuilding/marine/heavy industry.
Our client will review plumber applications on the basis that candidates provide in detail the pipework you have carried out. All candidate skillset needs to be transferrable to an industrial industry.
Pipefitters are involved in the manufacturing and installation of small & large bore pipe spools using different materials. Located in the Pipe Shop and on ship, fabricating and preparing pipework in the Pipe shop ready to be installed on the ship.
Key understanding of the SHE Processes and Policies.
Use of appropriate extraction & ventilation as well as PPE & RPE.
Skills:
• Reading/understanding technical drawings
• Working to datum
• Working to imperial measurements
• Understanding of shock clearance requirements
• Cutting and preparation of Non target material pipework
Shifts can vary. Predominant shift patterns 3 on 4 off and nights:
3 on 4 off - Locals: £24.12 PAYE Non locals: £32.12 PAYE (Umbrella rates also available)
Nights - Locals: £26.73 PAYE Non locals: £34.73 PAYE (Umbrella rates also available)
No less than 37 hours worked. Overtime available but not guaranteed
33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
Full rate card available on request
Successful candidates will be required to gain Security clearance before eligible to start on site.
If you are interested, please send your up to date, task specific CV to [email protected] in the first instance and I will call you to discuss further

Address

Suite 5 Furness Gate Furness Business Park Peter Green Way
Barrow In Furness
LA142PE

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+441229811188

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