Job Description

VACANCY HIS3275

PLATER/ WELDER

A vacancy has arisen for a Plater/ Welder to join our Engineering team.



The role of Plater/ Welder exists to support the manufacturing, construction, and maintenance of metal structures, components, and machinery.This role operates nationally, and the post holder must therefore be flexible with willingness to travel.

The role briefly encompasses the following duties: -

Prepare and cut steel and metal plates using oxyfuel, plasma cutters, and hand tools


Clean, strip, degrease, and preheat metals prior to fabrication


Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications


Measure and mark out plate and structural steelwork accurately


Shape, form, and join metal plates and structural steel


Assemble components using lifting equipment, tack welding, and fasteners


Perform welding tasks ensuring strength and durability


Inspect welds and structures for defects and quality compliance


Follow health, safety, and environmental regulations


Report hazards, defects, and non-conforming materials


Maintain welding and cutting equipment


Manage tools and ensure proper care and security


Record fabrication processes, inspections, and material usage


Complete documentation related to welding and plating tasks


Collaborate with engineers and team members


Minimise downtime and material waste to improve efficiency

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills/experience/ attributes:-



A solid understanding of welding equipment and welding accessories.


Proficiency in MIG, TIG, MMA, and FCAW welding techniques.


Ability to use oxyfuel cutting, plasma cutters, and grinding tools.


Must be able to read interpret blueprints, welding process specifications and welding symbols.


Must be able to operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments using processes.


Must have the ability to weld in all positions with quality.


Must be able to read tape measure, pressure gauge, level and square.


Ability to operate a Pendant Controlled Overhead Crane would be advantageous.


Forklift Truck licence & IPAF certificate would be advantageous although training can be provided).


Time served craftsman.


Flexible approach to work & location of work.


Willingness to travel


A strong team player.


Ability to work independently and on own initiative.


Good communication skills, both with colleagues, other contractors and clients


Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines culture.


Full UK driving licence.

What we do:

As an established contract management Company, Hargreaves Industrial Services provides high standard, professional services to our clients within industrial sectors both within the UK and abroad.





Our core services include:


Design & Build multidisciplinary (civils, structures and MEICA) turnkey projects


Cradle to grave EPC schemes


Front End Engineering Design (FEED) studies



As a Company we pride ourselves on our service delivery and professional 'can do' attitude and we are always looking for committed, keen, professional people to join us. If you are interested in a rewarding career with us in this role, you should submit your CV to our HR Department quoting reference

REF. HIS3275

via e-mail to his.recruitment@hsgplc.co.uk. If you require a copy of this vacancy in an alternative format such as large print or audio description, please email his.recruitment@hsgplc.co.uk.

Closing date: 14

th

September 2025