Plater Fabricator

Are you an experienced Plater, ready for your next adventure? RSW are seeking experienced Platers to join their client in the Somerset area. Excellent pay rates... RSW are offering a competitive pay rate and an exceptional benefits. The Role Play a pivotal role in building the UK's clean energy future. Collaborating effectively to deliver complex piping and cabling systems. Translate engineering documents into fabrication plans, selecting necessary tools and equipment. Cut, shape, and assemble steel plates and components. Install and join plate and structural materials. Perform burning, grinding, and other fabrication tasks. Complete tasks set by supervisors and ensure work meets or exceeds contract specifications. Working Pattern & Package 10/4 shift rotation 10.5-hour days Daily Travel Allowance – distance dependent £28.18 per hour plus overtime at 1.4 / 1.8 (ECSA Agreement) 10% hourly bonus 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Accommodation allowance £355.67 per week and monthly periodic travel Aligned with HPC ECSA Agreement Qualifications NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication or an equivalent Time-served / apprentice trained (essential) CITB/CCNSG Operatives Test (essential) HPC Main Site | Permanent Mark out and fabricate complex stainless steel framework and liner plates to tight tolerances Read, interpret and work directly from detailed engineering and CAD drawings Carry out fabrication, assembly & fit-up in accordance with approved fabrication procedures Support on-site installation activities, including alignment and adjustment of fabricated components Interface with Supervisors, Construction Management and Engineering to resolve fabrication and installation issues Inspect, maintain and correctly use tools, equipment and calibrated measuring devices Complete quality documentation and support QA records for all works carried out Maintain high standards of housekeeping and site discipline in line with nuclear safety requirements Operate safely and effectively within a live, multi-discipline, safety-critical construction environment Working to 0.5 mm tolerances on a Nuclear New Build project. This is not an environment for generalists learning on the job. We require experienced Platers who understand the work and the standards expected HSE / QHSE Responsibilities Work strictly in accordance with RAMS, Method Statements and Permit to Work systems Ensure work is only undertaken where safe systems, controls and authorisations are in place Be familiar with and comply with site permits and access requirements Attend and actively participate in HSE briefings, training and site meetings Lead and contribute to Toolbox Talks and POWRA’s as required Carry out area safety inspections and equipment compliance checks Promptly report all incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions Demonstrate a strong safety culture, challenging unsafe acts and conditions where observed Experience & Skills Time-served / apprentice-trained Plater (NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication or equivalent) Extensive experience in heavy fabrication and site-based construction environments Proven capability fabricating and installing complex stainless steel and carbon steel structures Strong ability to read, interpret and work from detailed engineering and CAD drawings Experienced in fit-up, alignment and on-site adjustment of fabricated components Sound understanding of fabrication processes, tolerances and quality requirements Confident completing quality documentation and supporting QA / inspection records Strong working knowledge of RAMS, Permit to Work systems and site controls Used to working safely around cranes, MEWPs, lifting operations and heavy plant High standard of housekeeping and site discipline in safety-critical environments Able to identify constructability or quality issues and raise them through site channels Adaptable to changing work fronts, priorities and programme demands Reliable, safety-focused team player with clear and effective communication skills