The Work
The role will involve heavy structural fabrication and assembly within a large industrial facility, including:
Fabrication and assembly of structural steel
Reading and working from engineering drawings and specifications
Marking out, cutting and forming steel
Fabrication of brackets, supports and structural components
Fitting and aligning components ready for welding
Checking dimensions and the quality of completed assemblies
Tack welding, grinding and preparation work where required
Working alongside Welders and other fabrication trades
Meeting quality, safety and production targets
Previous marine or shipbuilding experience would be beneficial, although candidates from strong heavy engineering and structural fabrication backgrounds will also be considered.
Example Weekly Earnings
60-hour week on days
Local worker gross earnings: £1,682.33
Eligible traveller lodging allowance: 6 days × £45 = £270.00
Travelling worker total gross earnings: £1,952.33
60-hour week on nights
Local worker gross earnings: £1,965.45
Eligible traveller lodging allowance: 6 days × £45 = £270.00
Travelling worker total gross earnings: £2,235.45
Travelling totals include the taxable lodging allowance for six days worked, subject to eligibility. All figures are gross before PAYE deductions and depend on the hours and shifts available.
Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 in a relevant trade or time-served experience
- Strong Plater / Fabricator / Steelworker experience
- Structural steel fabrication experience
- Ability to read and work from engineering drawings
- Ability to work to specifications and check dimensions accurately
- Heavy engineering, marine or shipbuilding experience preferred
- Good safety awareness and a reliable approach to work
- Able to work independently and as part of a team