Steel Fixer

Carmichael UK; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Steel Fixer for a major long-term project in Plymouth. The role involves reading drawings, fixing reinforcement, and coordinating with formwork and concrete teams on-site.

Candidates should hold a Level 2 NVQ in Steel Fixing, CSCS Blue card, Safety Critical Medical, and BPSS clearance. Long hours with generous overtime available on a significant infrastructure project.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 NVQ in Steel Fixing.
• CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card is required.
• Safety Critical Medical is required.
• Recent experience as a Steel Fixer on construction or civil projects.
• Ability to read reinforcement drawings and schedules.
• Good understanding of steel fixing techniques.
• Able to work effectively in a busy site team.
• Must meet BPSS security clearance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Cut, bend and fix reinforcement steel per drawings and specs.
• Fix reinforcement, mesh and related materials on site.
• Read and interpret reinforcement drawings and schedules.
• Tie reinforcement with appropriate tools and methods.
• Install reinforcement for concrete structures, slabs, walls and foundations.
• Work closely with formwork, concrete and site teams.
• Ensure proper positioning before concrete pours.
• Use hand and power tools for steel fixing.
• Maintain high health and safety standards on site.

Skills

Draught interpretation

Teamwork

On-site safety

Education

Level 2 NVQ in Steel Fixing

Job description

Steel Fixer - Plymouth

Location: Plymouth

Duration: Long-term work

Basic Rate: £24.26 per hour

Overtime 1: £36.39 per hour

Overtime 2: £48.52 per hour

We are currently looking for experienced Steel Fixers to join a major long-term construction project in Plymouth.

Duties will include:

• Cutting, bending and fixing reinforcement steel in accordance with drawings and specifications
• Fixing steel reinforcement, mesh and associated materials
• Reading and interpreting reinforcement drawings and schedules
• Tying reinforcement using appropriate tools and techniques
• Installing reinforcement for concrete structures, slabs, walls and foundations
• Working closely with formwork, concrete and site teams
• Ensuring reinforcement is positioned correctly prior to concrete pours
• Using hand and power tools associated with steel fixing
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety on site

Competencies / Requirements:

• Level 2 NVQ in Steel Fixing
• CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card
• Safety Critical Medical
• Previous experience working as a Steel Fixer on construction or civil engineering projects
• Ability to read and work from reinforcement drawings and schedules
• Good understanding of steel fixing and reinforcement techniques
• Ability to work effectively as part of a busy site team
• Must be able to meet the project's BPSS security clearance requirements

Security Clearance Requirements

Due to the security-sensitive nature of the project, all successful applicants will be required to complete BPSS security clearance before starting on site.

Applicants must be able to provide the required documentation and information to successfully complete the vetting process, including proof of identity, right to work and employment/history checks.

Due to the project's security requirements, applicants must meet the required nationality eligibility criteria, including being a national of a NATO member country where applicable.

All offers and start dates will be subject to successful completion of the required security vetting and clearance process.

This is a long-term opportunity on a major infrastructure project in Plymouth, with excellent overtime rates available