Plater - Day Shift

The Opportunity
Wolviston Management Services are proud to be supporting a leading business within the steel sector, as they look to strengthen their team with experienced, time-served Platers. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced, heavy engineering environment offering stable hours, competitive shift uplifts and a strong benefits package.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Fabrication and plating of structural steel, working with plate thicknesses from 5mm to 100mm
• Carry out heat straightening and associated heavy engineering tasks
• Interpret and work accurately from engineering drawings
• Operate overhead cranes and lifting equipment safely and effectively
• Use grinders and associated consumables correctly, in line with HAVS regulations
• Work to production targets to ensure deadlines are consistently met
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ)
• Follow all safe operating procedures in line with company requirements
• Support and engage fully in training and development activities
• Carry out additional reasonable duties as required

Skills & Experience Required

• Time-served Plater or equivalent qualification (trade/skill test required)
• City & Guilds / NVQ in Plating (Structural Steel) is essential
• Proven experience working within heavy engineering and structural steel environments
• Excellent understanding of plating codes, standards and production processes
• Competent in the use of overhead cranes and slinging techniques
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Able to work effectively under own initiative and as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
• Full understanding of health & safety and safe working behaviours
• Positive, motivated approach with a focus on quality and continuous improvement

If you're an experienced Plater looking for a long-term opportunity within a well-established structural steel environment, this role offers stability, strong benefits and the chance to work on challenging, high-quality projects.