Job Description

Job Title:

Plastic Welder

Company:

Laker Vent Engineering Ltd

Location:

Chester

About Us:

Laker Vent Engineering Ltd is a mechanical contractor operating within the engineering construction industry. We specialise in the installation of highly regulated process piping systems, serving blue chip clients across the Power & Energy, Pharmaceutical, and Petrochemical industries.

Role Overview:

We are currently seeking an experienced Plastic Welder to join our team on a chemical manufacturing site. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the installation, welding and testing of HDPE/PVDF/PVC piping systems and be capable of delivering work to the highest standards in line with QAQC requirements and technical specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

Installation, welding and testing of HDPE/PVDF/PVC piping systems Interpret and work from technical drawings including Isometric Drawings (Iso's), P&IDs, etc. Deliver installations to the highest quality standards and in compliance with QAQC protocols.

Qualifications

Level 3 Trade Apprenticeship or equivalent. CCNSG Safety Passport, CSCS or equivalent certification.

Requirements

Proven experience in a similar role within a highly regulated industry. DBS check will be required before employment commences.

Rates

PAYE (NAECI Categorised Rates 2025) Grade 5 Basic: 22.44/hr OT1: 31.42/hr - above 38 hours

Working Hours

43 Hours Monday-Thursday: 9.5 hrs/day Friday: 6 hrs Overtime available

Benefits

25 days holiday plus 8 statutory holidays (pro-rata) Access to the Health Assured employee assistance programme Full ECIA welfare benefits package Opportunities for further training and development
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 22.44-31.42 per hour

Expected hours: 43 per week

Work Location: In person