Plater

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Sheet Metal Worker / Plater to carry out fabrication, assembly and installation tasks within a heavy engineering environment.

You will interpret drawings, work with hand tools, maintain safety standards and contribute to apprentices' development while adapting to evolving practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in sheet metal fabrication and related trade practices.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication and installation drawings.
• Strong hand skills for assembly and fabrication tasks.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and tolerances.
• Strong SHE risk awareness and safety commitment.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and work from fabrication and installation drawings.
• Perform sheet metal fabrication, assembly, and fitting using hand tools and techniques.
• Follow manufacturing processes and comply with SHE requirements.
• Collaborate with supervisors and other trades to resolve production issues.
• Maintain quality standards and work within specified tolerances.
• Support apprentices by sharing trade knowledge and best practices.
• Adapt to evolving technologies, drawings and industry practices.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

Reading drawings

Hand skills

Quality awareness

SHE awareness

Problem solving

Education

Recognised trade papers / apprenticeship certification

Job description

Sheet Metal Worker / Plater - Govan

We are looking for experienced Sheet Metal Workers to carry out fabrication, assembly, and installation activities within a heavy engineering environment, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret and work from fabrication and installation drawings.
• Perform sheet metal fabrication, assembly, and fitting activities using a range of hand tools and techniques.
• Follow manufacturing processes and maintain compliance with safety, health, and environmental (SHE) requirements.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and other trades to resolve practical production issues.
• Maintain quality standards and work within specified tolerances.
• Support the development of apprentices by sharing trade knowledge and best practices.
• Adapt to evolving technologies, drawings, and industry work practices.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Good knowledge of sheet metal fabrication and associated trade practices.
• Understanding of quality standards and work tolerances.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication and installation drawings.
• Strong hand skills for assembly and fabrication tasks.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Strong SHE risk awareness and commitment to safe working practices.
• Effective communication, reliability, and practical problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications:

• Recognised trade papers/apprenticeship certification.
• Relevant safety certifications, such as SHE induction, COSHH awareness, Working at Height, or equivalent