Plater | UEC ME

• Location Lancaster Approach,North Killingholme,Immingham, DN40 3JZ
  ,United Kingdom
• Job Category Plater, Plater Jobs, Engineering Jobs

Company: UEC Mechanical Engineering Ltd
Position:
Plater (Grade
5)
Location/Site:
Immingham
Contract Type:
Full-Time, Fixed Term

Start Date:

Mid-November 2026
Expected End Date:
May 2027

Hours:

38 basic hours per week, 44 scheduled hours per week
Pay:
In line with NAECI Agreement

UEC Mechanical Engineering Ltd is recruiting experienced and qualified Platers to join our team on a fixed-term contract, supporting ongoing engineering and project activities.

The successful candidates will be responsible for the fabrication, preparation and assembly of structural metal components, ensuring all work is completed accurately and in accordance with engineering drawings, technical specifications and quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for skilled Platers with a strong engineering background to contribute to an established industrial engineering project.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and fabrication instructions.
• Mark out metal plates and components accurately in preparation for cutting, drilling and shaping.
• Cut, drill and shape metal components to the required dimensions and specifications.
• Assemble structural metal components using appropriate techniques, including bolted connections.
• Use hand tools, grinders and polishing equipment to prepare and finish fabricated components.
• Ensure all fabricated components meet the required quality and dimensional standards.
• Maintain a high standard of workmanship and attention to detail throughout all plating activities.
• Work in accordance with site health and safety procedures and project requirements.

• Proven experience working as a Plater within an engineering or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of plating, fabrication and metal assembly techniques.
• Ability to confidently read and interpret engineering and technical drawings.
• Relevant NVQ qualification in plating, fabrication or a related engineering discipline.
• Practical training and hands-on experience in plating activities.
• Valid Safety Passport.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• IOSH qualification or relevant safety training.
• Previous experience working on large-scale industrial or engineering projects.
• Experience working to strict project specifications and deadlines.
• Contract:
  
  Fixed Term – Mid-November 2026 to May 2027.
• Working Hours:
  
  38 basic hours per week, with 44 scheduled hours.
• Grade: G5.
• Pay Rates:
  In accordance with the applicable NAECI