Plate fitters, Meyer Turku Oy, Turku
Tiivistelmä työpaikkailmoituksesta:
The Plate Fitter role at Meyer Turku Oy is a permanent, full-time (40 h/week) position at Meyer Turku Shipyard in Turku, Finland requiring shift work.
You will manufacture and assemble steel structures and ship blocks from technical drawings, including measuring, cutting, fitting, tack welding and verifying alignments.
Candidates must have plate fitting or similar steel assembly experience, be able to read technical drawings, follow safe working practices, and work at heights, outdoors and in confined spaces while communicating in Finnish or English.
Apply with CV by 8 November 2026 and expect interviews, qualification verification, a medical exam and a negative drug test as part of the hiring process.
Tämä tiivistelmä on luotu tekoälyn avulla.
We are looking for Plate Fitters for the Meyer Turku Shipyard in Turku, Finland. The employment contract will be made directly with Meyer Turku Oy , and StaffPoint will support you throughout the recruitment process. You will have the opportunity to help build some of the world's most impressive cruise ships as part of a community of more than 2,000 professionals.
Summary
Employer: Meyer Turku Oy Location: Meyer Turku Shipyard, Turku, Finland Employment Type: Permanent employment Working Hours: 40 hours per week, willingness to work shifts required Start Date: As soon as possible Application Deadline: 8 November 2026 Number of Positions: 2
Job Description
As a Plate Fitter, you will manufacture and assemble steel structures and ship blocks in accordance with technical drawings, quality requirements, and production schedules.
Your responsibilities include:
Reading technical drawings and work instructions
Measuring, marking, cutting, bending, and fitting steel plates
Assembling steel structures and ship blocks and verifying alignments and tolerances
Tack welding and oxy-fuel cutting as part of the fabrication process
Identifying and reporting deviations, quality issues, and safety risks
Collaborating with welders, supervisors, and designers
The work is performed in production halls, around the shipyard area, and outdoors in varying weather conditions. The role includes working at heights and in confined spaces while always using the required personal protective equipment.
What We Expect from You
Experience as a plate fitter, ship plate fitter, steel structure assembler, or in a similar role
Ability to read technical drawings and work within specified tolerances
Experience in steel plate processing, structural assembly, and the use of measuring equipment
Safe working practices and a careful, proactive approach to work
Ability to work independently and as part of a production team
Readiness to work indoors and outdoors, at heights, and in confined spaces
Ability to communicate in either Finnish or English regarding work-related matters
Relevant education in metalwork, manufacturing technology, or shipbuilding supports success in the role; equivalent competence may also be demonstrated through work experience.
The following are considered an advantage:
Experience in shipbuilding or shipyard environments
Experience in ship block construction
Tack welding and oxy-fuel cutting skills
Valid safety and professional certifications
What We Offer
Direct employment with Meyer Turku Oy and the opportunity to work at the forefront of shipbuilding
A challenging and varied plate fitter position alongside experienced professionals
A work community where everyone’s contribution is essential to achieving shared goals
Wellbeing and sports benefits, as well as support from the shipyard’s own occupational healthcare center
How to Apply
Submit your application and CV no later than 8 November 2026 .
In your application, please describe:
The types of steel structures or ship blocks you have assembled
The materials, material thicknesses, and measuring tools you have worked with
Your experience in tack welding and oxy-fuel cutting
Your earliest possible start date
We review applications on an ongoing basis and make hiring decisions as soon as suitable candidates are found.
The selection process includes:
StaffPoint interview
Meyer Turku interview
Verification of qualifications
Medical examination and drug test
Shipyard access permit and onboarding process
The selected candidate must provide a negative drug test result and be assessed as fit for the position in the occupational health examination.
Contact Information
Siiri Tietäväinen Recruitment Consultant siiri.tietavainen@staffpoint.fi +358 44 420 4427
About Meyer Turku and StaffPoint
Meyer Turku Oy builds some of the world's most advanced and energy-efficient cruise ships, car ferries, and special-purpose vessels. The company holds approximately 17% of the global cruise shipbuilding market. Its largest customers include Royal Caribbean and the Finnish Border Guard.
Meyer Turku employs more than 2,000 professionals at the Turku shipyard, where ships have been built since 1737. Its subsidiaries include: Piikkio Works Oy , a cabin manufacturing facility in Piikkiö, Shipbuilding Completion Oy , providing turnkey solutions for ship public spaces, ENG’nD Oy , a shipbuilding and offshore engineering company located in Rauma
Meyer Turku continuously strives toward more sustainable shipbuilding. The company has identified five UN Agenda 2030 Sustainable Development Goals where it can make a significant impact through its operations and cooperation with customers and partners.
StaffPoint is a Finnish HR services company and acts as Meyer Turku’s recruitment partner in this hiring process.
Contact:
Meyer Turku
Meyer Turku Oy rakentaa maailman uudenaikaisimpia ja energiatehokkaimpia risteilyaluksia, autolauttoja ja erikoisaluksia. Turun telakalla on rakennettu laivoja vuodesta 1737 lähtien.
Meyer Turun telakalla työskentelee yli 2 000 ammattilaista ja telakalla on yli 450 eri ammattia. Jokaisen työpanosta tarvitaan yhteisen päämäärän saavuttamiseen.