Plater Welder

Venatu Consulting Ltd; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Venatu Consulting Ltd is seeking a skilled Plater Welder for an established engineering and fabrication team. The role offers competitive hourly pay, consistent weekday daytime shifts, and an opportunity to work with metal fabrication and welding to high standards.

You will read drawings, prepare plates, fabricate and weld components, and ensure quality while adhering to health and safety procedures. Strong teamwork and independent work ability are valued.

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Practical experience in metal fabrication and welding.
• Commitment to high quality workmanship and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Measuring and preparing metal plates for fabrication.
• Plating, fitting and assembling metal components per drawings.
• Carrying out MIG welding where required.
• Using fabrication tools safely and effectively.
• Inspecting work to meet quality standards.
• Maintaining a clean, safe working environment.
• Following health and safety procedures.

Skills

Reading drawings

MIG welding

Fabrication experience

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Education

Welding qualification

Job description

Job title: Plater Welder

Location: Not specified

Salary or rate: £16 to £19 per hour, depending on experience

Contract type: Not specified

Hours or shifts: Monday to Friday, day shifts

About the role

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Plater Welder to join an established engineering and fabrication team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Plater Welder seeking competitive hourly pay, consistent weekday working and a day shift pattern.

As a Plater Welder, you will be responsible for fabricating, assembling and welding metal components to the required specifications. You will need to be confident reading engineering drawings, working with a range of materials and producing high quality work while maintaining excellent health and safety standards.

This Plater Welder position would suit someone with previous experience in metal fabrication, welding and plate work who takes pride in their workmanship and can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Key responsibilities

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and fabrication specifications.


• Measuring, marking out and preparing metal plates and components for fabrication.


• Plating, fitting and assembling metal components in line with technical drawings.


• Carrying out welding duties, including MIG welding where required.


• Using fabrication tools and equipment safely and effectively.


• Inspecting completed work to ensure it meets the required quality standards.


• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.


• Following all relevant health and safety procedures throughout the fabrication and welding process.

Skills and experience required

Essential:

• Previous experience working as a Plater Welder or in a similar fabrication role.


• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.


• Practical experience in metal fabrication, plating and welding.


• Good attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, high quality work.


• A reliable, hardworking and safety conscious approach.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable:

• Experience working within an engineering or manufacturing environment.


• Experience using a range of fabrication tools and equipment.


• A relevant welding or fabrication qualification.

What is on offer

• Competitive pay of £16 to £19 per hour, depending on experience.


• Monday to Friday working pattern.


• Day shifts, offering a consistent working routine.


• An opportunity to use and develop your skills as a Plater Welder.


• The chance to work within an engineering and fabrication environment.