Plater - Renfrew

Altrad Services A/S; Renfrew; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Altrad is seeking a Plater to support mechanical activities across operations and asset management projects. The role includes bench fitting, marking off, grinding, and inspection, with safe, efficient delivery to high quality standards.

You will work in a heavy engineering facility alongside welders and other trades, supporting site and off-site fabrication as required. You will be part of a multi-skilled team, using hand and power tools, operating workshop equipment, and ensuring compliance

Qualifications

• Bench fitting, marking off, grinding, setup and fabrication experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience with lifting operations and overhead crane usage.
• Knowledge of engineering codes, standards, and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Willingness to undertake site-based work.

Responsibilities

• Safely use hand and power tools for bench fitting and assembly.
• Mark off regular and irregular shapes.
• Tack weld and cut using cutting equipment.
• Fabricate rigs, fixtures and test specimens with a multi-skilled team.
• Operate workshop equipment like band saws and guillotines.
• Inspect with QA tools to meet quality standards.
• Deliver work to project schedules and safety standards.
• Carry out lifting operations safely with overhead cranes.
• Provide practical support to operations and asset teams.
• Maintain housekeeping and equipment care.

Skills

Bench fitting

Mark off irregular shapes

Grinding

Read engineering drawings

Inspect with QA

Quality assurance

Lifting operations

Teamwork

Communication skills

Health and safety

Tools

Band saws

Pedestal drills

Guillotines

Overhead cranes

Hand tools

Power tools

Industrial workshop machinery

Job description

About The Role

Altrad are currently looking to recruit a Plater to support mechanical activities across operations and asset management projects. This role requires experience in hands‑on fabrication and mechanical fitting support, providing a varied opportunity within a dynamic engineering environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for bench fitting, lay up of jigs and fixtures, marking off, grinding, and inspection activities., while delivering work safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Proven experience of working in a heavy engineering facility or mechanical site environment alongside welders and other mechanical trades is essential.

Key Deliverables:

• Safely use hand and power tools for bench fitting, marking off, and assembly tasks.
• Ability to mark off regular and irregular shapes.
• Ability to tack weld and use of cutting equipment.
• Work as part of a multi skilled team to fabricate rigs, fixtures and test specimens.
• Operate workshop equipment including band saws, pedestal drills, and guillotines.
• Use inspection equipment and tools to ensure all work meets required quality standards.
• Deliver work in line with project schedules, deadlines, and quality expectations.
• Carry out lifting operations safely, including the use of overhead cranes where required.
• Provide practical and technical support to operations and asset management teams.
• Support mechanical fitting activities on site as required.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, equipment care, and workplace organisation.
• Follow all health and safety legislation, company procedures, and operational standards.
• Stop and report any work that does not meet required company standards within the work area.

Key Requirements/Qualifications:

• Proven experience with bench fitting, marking off, grinding, setup and fabrication activities.
• Set up mark off of pipe specimens, flanges and bolting / tensioning equipment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of relevant engineering codes, standards, legislation, and company procedures.
• Basic commercial awareness relating to engineering project work.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a proactive and practical approach.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Competent in the safe use of hand tools, power tools, and small industrial workshop machinery.
• Experience with lifting operations and overhead crane usage.
• Understanding of quality assurance processes and inspection procedures.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.
• Willingness to undertake site‑based work when required.

About Us

At Altrad, our people create endless opportunities.

We are the leading provider of support services transforming our nations critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.

With over 16,000 talented people across our region, we provide the full spectrum of critical services including consulting, design, engineering, construction, asset life optimisation through to decommissioning, for industries both onshore and offshore.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high‑impact projects within a leading organisation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.

As an employer, we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our people.

Inclusivity Statement

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you require any adjustments at any stage - including interviews or assessments, please let us know. We’re happy to discuss what would help you take part fully.