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2026 Plater Demand at Barrow in Furness We are recruiting experienced Platers for a major shipbuilding project in Barrow-in-Furness. Duties Fabrication, assembly, and installation of ship structures Marking off materials Working on shells, decks, bulkheads, frames, and longitudinal Outfitting items including ladders, seats, flooring, and panels Operating rolling, flanging, and cutting machinery Preparing vessels for launch and sea trials Requirements Apprenticeship Certificate (or equivalent) Ability to read fabrication and installation drawings Strong SHE and safety awareness Safety certifications (SHE, COSHH, Working at Height) Good communication skills Additional Information Full SC clearance required prior to start (6 8 weeks) Trade test required (burning, grinding, tacking, marking up) Own PPE required for test (boots & overalls) Shift pattern starts after trade test Random drug testing may apply A full rate card is available on request Local PAYE - 20.10 Non Local PAYE - 28.10

Job Title: Welder Days & Nights Available 7.30am-4pm (Lots of overtime available) 6pm-6am Nights Location: Nottingham Pay: Up to 20.00 - Depending on shift and exper site ience The company A engineering company that specialises in designing and manufacturing products for the construction sector. They are looking for platers / fabricators to join their team working on current projects. The candidate Be either apprentice trained or time served Have experience working with thick gauge mild steel Ability to read engineering drawings without supervision Attitude to get the work done to a excellent standard Using a overhead crane would be desirable Willing to assist in busy areas when needed Must be able to do multi-runs To Apply To apply for the Welder Positions position, please click the button below and one of our experiences consultants with be in contact.

Job Title: CNC Plasma Operator Location: Nottingham Salary: Up to 36,000 per annum Shift: Nights (Mon-Thurs) 6pm Start Company Overview: An engineering company that specialises in designing and manufacturing products for the construction sector. They are looking for platers / fabricators to join their team working on current projects. The CNC Plasma role: Setting and operating CNC plasma cutting machine Loading plates onto machine Quality checking work Changing tools and settings when needed Responsibilities: CNC plasma machine setting and operating. Working independently whilst maintain standards and project requirements. Responsible for cleaning and maintaining CNC machine and all associated equipment and machining area. Previous Experience: Previous experience in a similar CNC Plasma cutting role to setter level. Experience in manufacturing environment. Able to use a wide variety of measuring equipment such as verniers and callipers. To Apply: To apply for the position, click the button below and one our qualified consultants will be in touch.

we are looking for experienced Platers / Fabricators to join a major long-term defence project. This is high-impact, heavy-industry work at the forefront of UK shipbuilding. You'll be part of an established fabrication team, building and shaping large, complex steel structures. Salary: 38,622 + up to 33% shift allowance + overtime Shift Patterns: Mon-Thurs days or nights, or a 3-day compressed weekend shift (Fri-Sun) Responsibilities: Heavy fabrication and plating of structural steel sections. Forming, cutting, burning, and shaping plate to tight tolerances using heavy workshop equipment. Assembling, aligning, and tack-welding structural units, bulkheads, foundations, and outfitting components. Reading and working from complex technical and fabrication drawings. Fitting a variety of ship structures, including bulkheads, deck structures, penetrations, supports, and access systems. Using oxy-acetylene cutting gear, grinders, plasma equipment, and other fabrication tools safely and effectively. Ensuring all work meets strict defence, safety, and quality standards. What you'll bring: Recognised Trade Papers/ Modern Apprenticeship Certificate essential (L3 SVQ/NVQ or L3 C&G) Strong background in heavy fabrication, shipbuilding, offshore, oil & gas, or large-scale industrial engineering. Solid knowledge of SHE, COSHH, and general site safety regulations. Comfortable working in confined spaces, at height, and in a busy industrial environment. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and pride in delivering high-quality fabrication work. Security requirements: All applicants must have lived in the UK for the past 3 years minimum and be willing to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) screening.