Plater Welder

Posting date:	09 May 2025
Salary:	£16 to £18 per hour
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	08 June 2025
Location:	S43 3YN
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Thorn Baker Recruitment
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	138169-1121

Summary

Thorn Baker are currently seeking an experienced Plater Welder with a strong background in structural steel to join our clients growing team in Staveley, Chesterfield. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you will be involved in a variety of projects within the structural steel sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
  
• Fabricate and assemble one off or small batch structural steel pieces.
  
• Weld steel parts to exact specifications.
  
• Perform quality checks to ensure finished work meets safety and quality standards.
  
• Work with minimal supervision, ensuring a high standard of workmanship.
  

  Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Plater Welder, particularly within the structural steel industry.
    
  • Strong knowledge of welding techniques, materials, and processes.
    
  • Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
    
  • Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and stick welding techniques.
    
  • Knowledge of health and safety standards in a workshop environment.
    
  • Ability to work effectively both individually and as part of a team.
    
  • A valid welding certification (preferred but not essential).
    

    Benefits:

    • Pay £16ph whilst on probation, this could increase to up to £18ph once permanent dependant on skills.
      
    • Temp to permanent opportunity
      
    • Monday to Thursday 6:00am - 16:30pm, Fridays off
      
    • Friendly, supportive working environment.
      

      If you are a skilled Plater Welder with structural steel experience looking for your next opportunity in Staveley, Chesterfield, we would love to hear from you!

      Please submit your CV and I will give you a call back to discuss.

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