We are looking for an experienced Plater to join an established structural steel fabrication company in Brompton-on-Swale, North Yorkshire, on a temp to perm basis. The role involves working with heavy steel plate and structural components within an engineering workshop, producing accurate work to the required specifications.
There are two shift patterns available, with enhanced overtime rates and the opportunity to secure permanent employment following a successful temporary period. Candidates applying for the Plater role must successfully complete a practical plating trade test.
Pay Rates and Shift Patterns
Dayshift:
- Monday to Friday: 6:00am to 2:30pm. Basic rate of £18.06 per hour.
- Monday to Friday overtime: £27.09 per hour, calculated at 1.5 times the basic rate.
- Saturday overtime: 7:30am to 12:30pm, paid at £27.09 per hour, calculated at 1.5 times the basic rate.
Backshift:
- Monday to Thursday: 2:30pm to 11:00pm.
- Friday: 2:30pm to 8:30pm.
- Basic rate: £21.67 per hour, including the 20% shift allowance.
- Monday to Friday overtime: £32.51 per hour, calculated at 1.5 times the basic rate, including the 20% shift allowance.
- Saturday overtime: 7:30am to 12:30pm, paid at £27.09 per hour, calculated at 1.5 times the basic rate without the 20% shift allowance.
Plater Responsibilities:
- Prepare and assemble structural steel components to meet engineering specifications.
- Work with steel plate ranging from 5mm to 100mm thick.
- Apply heat straightening techniques to correct distortion and achieve the required shape.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings to ensure accurate fabrication.
- Use grinders and associated workshop equipment safely, following relevant hand arm vibration (HAVS) requirements.
- Operate overhead cranes and use suitable lifting and slinging techniques to move heavy materials.
- Inspect completed components to ensure dimensions and workmanship meet the required standards.
- Follow workshop health, safety, environmental and quality procedures.
- Maintain productivity and meet manufacturing deadlines without compromising quality.
- Work alongside colleagues, participate in training and assist with other reasonable workshop duties.
Plater Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Plater within structural steel fabrication is essential.
- Time served in plating or able to demonstrate equivalent practical experience and training.
- City and Guilds or NVQ in Structural Steel Plating, or an equivalent qualification.
- Experience working with heavy steel plate in a fabrication or heavy engineering environment.
- Confident interpreting technical drawings and understanding fabrication standards.
- Practical experience using grinders and relevant workshop tools.
- Knowledge of overhead crane operation and safe lifting and slinging practices.
- Good understanding of health and safety procedures, including safe equipment operation.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team, using initiative to resolve practical problems.
- Reliable, motivated and able to maintain high standards while working to deadlines.
Benefits of the Plater Position:
- Following a successful temporary period.
- 31 days' annual leave, including bank holidays, Gym membership, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension
This Plater vacancy is advertised by S&D Trade Recruitment, operating as an employment business and acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client. Please apply with your up to date CV or call Shelley in the office
