Plater

NRL; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

On-site health services

Accommodation allowance and retainers

Job summary

NRL is seeking experienced Platers for the Hinkley Point C project in Somerset. This permanent role offers long-term security, competitive benefits, and the chance to contribute to one of the UK’s largest infrastructure programmes.

Ideal candidates have proven plating and assembly experience in safety-critical settings. Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, fabricating structural steel, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Qualified via NVQ, City & Guilds, Apprenticeship or time-served (minimum 5 years’ verified experience in your trade).
• Holder of a valid CCNSG Safety Passport or willingness to obtain one.
• Proven experience in fabrication and assembly within a high-risk or regulated environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications to fabricate and assemble structural steel and components accurately.
• Mark out, cut, shape, and prepare metalwork to exact tolerances using appropriate methods and tools.
• Assemble and install fabricated components to meet project schedules and quality requirements.
• Conduct inspections to verify compliance with safety and technical standards.
• Maintain detailed records of work completed for quality assurance purposes.
• Support a positive safety culture by participating in toolbox talks, pre-job briefs, and hazard reporting.

Skills

Reading drawings

Fabrication experience

Safety compliance

Regulated environment

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds/Apprenticeship

Job description

Job Title - Plater Summary

We’re looking for experienced Platers to work on the prestigious Hinkley Point C nuclear new build project in Somerset. This is a permanent opportunity offering long-term job security, excellent benefits, and the chance to be part of one of the UK’s largest infrastructure programmes. Ideal for skilled fabricators with proven experience in plating and assembly within high-spec, safety-critical environments.

Salary

Rates in line with the ECSA agreement with overtime premiums.

Location and Working Pattern

• Hinkley Point C, Somerset - fully site-based
• Monday-Thursday: 07:00-17:00
• Friday-Sunday: 06:45-15:13
• 10 days on / 4 days off rotation
• Approx. 50 hours per week + overtime options
• Accommodation allowance and retainers available
• Additional daily bus and park-and-ride allowance provided

Client Overview

Our client is a key partner delivering fabrication and mechanical services on highly regulated projects. With a reputation for outstanding safety and compliance, they play a critical role in this landmark development.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications to fabricate and assemble structural steel and components accurately
• Mark out, cut, shape, and prepare metalwork to exact tolerances using appropriate methods and tools
• Assemble and install fabricated components to meet project schedules and quality requirements
• Conduct inspections to verify compliance with safety and technical standards
• Maintain detailed records of work completed for quality assurance purposes
• Support a positive safety culture by participating in toolbox talks, pre-job briefs, and hazard reporting
• Keep work areas clean, safe, and well-organised at all times
• Liaise with supervisors, QA/QC teams, and other trades to resolve technical queries effectively

Must-have Requirements

• Qualified via NVQ, City & Guilds, Apprenticeship or time-served (minimum 5 years’ verified experience in your trade)
• Holder of a valid CCNSG Safety Passport or willingness to obtain one
• Proven experience in fabrication and assembly within a high-risk or regulated environment
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards

Nice-to-have Skills

• Connected Competence credentials (Plating discipline)
• Prior experience in nuclear or major infrastructure projects

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates plus overtime premiums
• Employer pension contribution (5%)
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
• On-site medical and occupational health services
• Long-term project opportunities (expected 2+ years)
• Travel, accommodation allowance, and periodic leave arrangements (subject to eligibility)
• Daily park-and-ride and bus allowance
• Opportunity to gain prestigious experience on a UK nuclear new build project

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.