Plater

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Structural Steel Plater to join our fabrication team, working on large-scale structural steel projects. The role involves marking out, assembling, and fitting structural steel components in accordance with engineering drawings and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

* Reading and interpreting engineering and fabrication drawings

* Marking out structural steel sections accurately

* Assembling and fitting structural steel components (beams, columns, frames, etc.)

* Tack welding components in preparation for full welding

* Working with heavy steel sections using overhead cranes and lifting equipment

* Ensuring work meets quality, safety, and dimensional tolerances

* Maintaining a clean and safe working environment

* Working independently or as part of a fabrication team to meet production targets

Requirements & Experience

* Proven experience as a Plater / Fabricator within the structural steel industry

* Strong ability to read and understand technical drawings

* Experience with heavy structural steel (not light fabrication)

* Confident in marking out and assembling complex steelwork

* Basic welding/tack welding experience preferred

* Understanding of health & safety procedures in a fabrication environment

Desirable Qualifications

* NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plating, Fabrication, or similar

* Overhead crane or slinger/signaller experience (advantageous but not essential)

Working Conditions

* Workshop-based structural steel fabrication

* May involve long hours, overtime, and shift work depending on project demands