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Senior Carpenter

On-site in Cartagena·Added 13 days ago

Still open when we checked on 1 Oct

Navantia

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Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Navantia doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Cartagena

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have senior-level experience

    Senior-level role.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

Nice to have

  • Occupational Risk Prevention.
  • Interpretation of drawings.
  • Wood Machining.

Education & certifications

Qualifications:

We will value the following Vocational Training degrees from the following knowledge families:

  • Intermediate Technician in Carpentry and Furniture
  • Intermediate Technician in Installation and Furnishing

Transport and Vehicle Maintenance:

  • Technician in Maintenance of Wood Structures and Furniture for Recreational Vessels

The following link is provided to consult equivalencies:Ciclos Formativos y Cursos de Especialización por Familias Profesionales - TodoFP | Ministerio de Educación, Formación Profesional y Deportes

The role

The company Navantia S.A., S.M.E. is issuing the indicated call for its Cartagena center.

What you'll do

  • Develop and coordinate wood carpentry work for the manufacture, installation, and assembly of beds, bases, supports, furniture, and other auxiliary elements, both in the workshop and onboard.
  • Plan and organize assigned tasks, optimizing the material and human resources necessary for their correct execution.
  • Manufacture carpentry elements through machining, assembly, finishing, storage, and dispatch processes, guaranteeing compliance with quality, safety, and environmental protection requirements.
  • Analyze, interpret, and review assembly and construction plans.
  • Verify and control the correct execution of carpentry work, resolving technical incidents and guaranteeing compliance with established specifications.
  • Record the work performed, detailing the activities developed, tools, and equipment used to facilitate quality controls and work traceability.
  • Manage and schedule the procurement needs for wood, tools, and materials associated with the activity, ensuring their availability in the appropriate time and quantity.
  • Manage the optimal maintenance of workshop machinery, as well as the correct sharpening of the blades, cutting discs, and saws specific to each machine.
  • Comply with and ensure compliance with occupational risk prevention, quality, and environmental regulations applicable to the work performed.

How you'll work

Entry level: Minimum E8

Contract type: Permanent

In the event that any candidate has problems with the platform, they must send an email to the address rrhh_portal@navantia.es mentioning their incident.

COMPLETING THE APPLICATION

To participate in the selection process, the following supporting documentation must be attached to the candidate profile:

  • ID (DNI)
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Employment history or negative employment history/negative affiliation report
  • Academic qualifications
  • Proof of training related to the position to be filled
  • Documentation proving the merits listed in Annex I of the call

Hiring process

The application period will end on 13/10/2026 at 12:00 hours.

At the following link: Bases personal fijo: GP3/GP4 Senior you will find the access requirements, documentation to be provided (mandatory), and other relevant information regarding the selection process.

About Navantia

Navantia is a Spanish state-owned shipbuilding company and a key player in the global defense and naval engineering sector. It designs, builds, and integrates a wide range of military and civilian vessels, including frigates, submarines, and offshore patrol vessels, as well as providing lifecycle support services for naval platforms. The company operates several shipyards across Spain and is a major contractor for both the Spanish Navy and international clients, positioning itself as a strategic partner in European defense programs.

Navantia's headquarters are in Madrid, with its main production facilities in the Bay of Cádiz (Puerto Real, San Fernando) and the Ría de Ferrol in Galicia. As a Spanish state-owned company, it offers international professionals the opportunity to work in a highly technical, engineering-driven environment with a strong focus on naval architecture, systems integration, and defense innovation. For international hires, the company provides a unique entry point into Spain's industrial and defense ecosystem, with roles often requiring security clearance and a high level of technical expertise.

Industry
Defense and Shipbuilding
Founded
1947
Employees
4,000–5,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Cartagena, Ferrol and 2 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • State-owned company: offers the stability and benefits of a public-sector employer, with a formal, structured HR environment.
  • International hires are common in engineering and project management roles, and English is often the working language in technical teams.
  • The company is a key player in the European defense industry, offering exposure to high-profile, long-term naval programs (e.g., F-110 frigates, S-80 submarines).
  • Relocation to Spain is typically required, as most roles are based at the shipyards in the Bay of Cádiz or the Ría de Ferrol, not in Madrid.
  • Given the nature of the work, roles may require EU citizenship or nationality and security clearance (SECRETO).
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