Steel Erector

Recruitment Helpline Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Workplace pension

On site parking

Company events

Job summary

Recruitment Helpline Ltd is seeking an experienced Steel Erector to join a busy construction project in High Wycombe, with travel to various locations. This 6-month fixed-term contract offers a competitive salary and potential extension.

The role requires reading fabrication drawings, coordinating with site teams, and maintaining high safety standards. CSCS is required; IPAF/CPCS and welding skills are a bonus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a steel erector on commercial or industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of structural steel installation and site safety.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual handling duties.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Full UK driving licence and own transport essential.
• Welding would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Erect structural steel frames, beams, and columns from fabrication drawings.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings and site plans.
• Coordinate with site supervisors, crane operators, and fabrication teams.
• Install bolted connections, bracing, and secondary steelwork.
• Operate lifting equipment and power tools safely.
• Maintain high standards of site safety and housekeeping.
• Adapt to changing project requirements and assist with on-site problem-solving.

Skills

Steel erection

Read drawings

Site safety

Team coordination

Driving licence

Education

CSCS card

IPAF/CPCS advantageous

Job description

Job Description

Steel Erector (Minimum 6-Month Fixed Term Contract) with potential to be permanent

Salary: £34,000 £39,000 per annum

Position: Steel Erector

Contract Length: Minimum 6 months (to cover absence due to illness)

Location: High Wycombe, travelling to various project locations

HOURS: 08:00-17:00 Monday Thursday & 07:00 16:00 Fridays

We are seeking an experienced Steel Erector who can not only deliver high-quality on-site installation work but also take responsibility for managing day-to-day activities on site. This 6-month fixed-term role is to provide cover while a permanent team member is recovering from illness but could be extended. The successful candidate must be capable of working independently, coordinating tasks, and ensuring smooth progress across multiple stages of steel erection.

Key Responsibilities

• Erect structural steel frames, beams, and columns, and associated components
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings and site plans
• Work collaboratively with site supervisors, crane operators, and fabrication teams
• Install bolted connections, bracing, and secondary steelwork
• Operate lifting equipment, hand tools, and power tools safely
• Maintain high standards of site safety and housekeeping
• Adapt to changing project requirements and assist with on-site problem-solving

Requirements

• Proven experience as a steel erector on commercial or industrial projects
• Strong understanding of structural steel installation and site safety
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling duties
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings
• CSCS card required; IPAF, CPCS, or slinger/signaller qualifications advantageous
• Comfortable working at height and in varying weather conditions
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively within a team
• Full UK driving licence
• Own transport essential
• Ability to weld would be advantageous

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• A guaranteed 6-month contract with a reputable structural steel company
• Opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting projects
• Supportive team environment
• Overtime pay
• Workplace pension
• On site parking
• Company events

If you are practical, dependable, and enjoy a hands-on role within a busy construction-focused environment, we would like to hear from you.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.