Plater/Fabricator

Matchtech; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Glasgow is seeking skilled candidates with a heavy engineering background for fabrication roles. Responsibilities include reading complex drawings, fabricating structural steelwork, and maintaining high safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a background in ship repair or oil & gas, and hold an SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication. The role offers competitive rates with opportunities for overtime.

Benefits

Holiday pay

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Time served Apprenticeship or SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication.
• Proven experience in fabrication, plating, and structural steelwork.
• Safety conscious with knowledge of health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Read and work from complex engineering drawings.
• Fabricate and install structural steelwork to required tolerances.
• Cut, shape, and prepare materials using hand and power tools.

Skills

Fabrication skills

Ability to work from engineering drawings

Health and safety knowledge

Teamwork

Education

SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication

Job description

Overview

Suitable candidates will come from a heavy engineering background - ideally ship repair, oil and gas or offshore.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and work from complex engineering drawings and specifications
• Fabricate, assemble, and install structural steelwork and components to required tolerances
• Cut, shape, and prepare materials using a variety of hand and power tools
• Carry out plating, fitting, and welding operations as required
• Ensure work is completed to the highest safety and quality standards
• Work independently and as part of a team to meet project deadlines
• Follow all site safety procedures

Candidate Requirements

• Time served Apprenticeship or SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication
• Previous background in marine, oil & gas or offshore
• Ability to work directly from engineering drawings
• Proven experience in fabrication, plating, and structural steelwork
• Safety conscious with a good knowledge of health & safety regulations
• Ability to work flexibly, including overtime

Rates and Hours

40 hours per week standard, overtime is available and currently being worked (3 afternoons and a Saturday morning).

PAYE: £17.17/h plus £2.07/h holiday pay (can be accrued or advanced) or Umbrella co/CIS: £23/h

Overtime (x1.5) - PAYE: £25.76/h plus £3.11/h holiday pay or Umbrella/CIS: £34.50/h

Contract

The current contract is running until Christmas 2025