Steel Plater (4 day work week)

Steel Plater

Major Recruitment are working with a well-established engineering and fabrication business that has been supporting the UK's energy and infrastructure sectors for almost three decades, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced plater to join the team.

Renowned for their high standards of craftsmanship, flexibility, and commitment to safety, they provide design, fabrication, maintenance, and on-site engineering services across a range of industries, including Power Generation, Power Distribution, Cement and Steel Production, and Major Infrastructure Construction.

Their work contributes to some of the UK's largest and most recognisable projects, including major rail, energy, and water developments, working alongside leading national contractors and utilities providers.

This a Plater position. Candidates must have proven experience working as a Steel Plater. Ideally, candidates will be apprentice trained, with around 8 years' post-apprenticeship experience preferred, although this is not essential for the right candidate.

What's in it for You?

Excellent working hours - Monday to Thursday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM (long weekend)
Competitive rate of £17.94ph
Overtime at 1.5x: Friday 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM and Saturday 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM - £26.91ph
Double time: Saturday after 11:00 AM and all day Sunday - £35.88ph
Weekly pay
Long-term job security with a growing, reputable employer
Immediate starts available
Opportunity to work on high-profile UK projects that make a national impact
Supportive, family-run culture with strong team values
Career development and ongoing training opportunities
Free on-site parking and modern workshop facilities

The Role

As a Steel Plater, you'll be part of a skilled, close-knit team working at the company's Chesterfield site.

You'll be responsible for carrying out a wide range of plating work, producing high-quality steel structures and components for large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects across the UK.

The role involves working across structural steel and pipework, with material thicknesses ranging from 1.6mm to 50mm.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out all types of steel plating work
Work on both structural steel and pipework
Mark out, cut, position and fit steel plate accurately to specification
Work with materials ranging from 1.6mm to 50mm thickness
Read and accurately interpret a wide range of fabrication and engineering drawings
Take accurate measurements and ensure components are correctly aligned and positioned
Use a range of hand and power tools, including grinders, drills and cutting equipment
Prepare components for welding and final assembly
Work to required quality and safety standards
Maintain a clean, safe and efficient working environment
Work closely with the wider team to ensure projects are completed to a high standard and on time

About You

We're looking for an experienced Steel Plater who takes pride in their workmanship and has a strong understanding of plating and steelwork.

You'll bring:

Proven experience working as a Steel Plater
Experience working on both structural steel and pipework
Ability to work with plate thicknesses from 1.6mm to 50mm
Strong ability to read and interpret fabrication and engineering drawings
Experience with marking out, cutting, fitting and positioning steel plate
Ideally apprentice trained or with equivalent industry experience
Around 8 years' post-apprenticeship experience preferred, but not essential for the right candidate
Competence using hand and power tools
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Good understanding of workplace health and safety
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

How to Apply

If you're an experienced Steel Plater looking for a long-term opportunity with a reputable engineering and fabrication business, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your CV highlighting your relevant plating experience. If shortlisted, we'll be in touch within 2 working days.

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