Plater

Wolviston Management Services are proudly supporting our client – a well-established engineering and fabrication business in the search for an experienced Plater to join their skilled team on a permanent, full-time basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist fabrication company known for their high-quality work across sectors including materials handling, steelwork. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering precision-engineered components and assemblies to tight specifications.
 
The Role:
Working from technical drawings, you will be responsible for laying out, cutting, and assembling steel plate and structural components, ensuring all work meets quality and safety standards. This is a workshop-based position, operating across a range of fabrication and installation projects.
 
Duties Will Include:

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings to prepare and assemble plate components
• Marking out, cutting, shaping, and forming heavy plate and structural steel
• Operating flame cutters, saws, grinders and other fabrication equipment
• Assembling steel sections and preparing work for welding
• Working alongside welders and fabricators to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality
• Adhering to health & safety and quality control procedures at all times
• Supporting wider fabrication team with project deadlines and priorities

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Plater in a heavy fabrication environment
• Demonstrable experience working to engineering drawings and tight tolerances
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
• A safety-conscious, quality-driven approach with excellent attention to detail
• Overhead crane and workshop equipment experience beneficial

What’s On Offer:

• Dayshift pattern – Monday to Friday (40 hours/week)
• Long-term opportunity with a reputable, growing employer
• Supportive team environment and clean, well-equipped workshop

If you’re an experienced Plater looking for your next opportunity within a well-regarded fabrication business, we’d love to hear from you.