Backshift Plater

Posted 19 March 2026
Salary Up to £21.14 per hour
LocationRichmond
Job type Contract
Discipline Engineering
ReferenceBBBH23017_1773933931

Job description

🔧 Plater (Backshift) - Richmond Area

We are currently recruiting experienced Platers for an immediate start in the Richmond area. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a long-term role within a well-established structural steel environment.


📍 Role Details

  • Position: Plater - Structural Steel Fabrication

  • Location: Brompton-on-Swale, Richmond


💷 Pay & Contract

  • Rate: £21.14 per hour (PAYE)

  • Contract: Temp to Perm (12-week transfer)

  • Excellent opportunity for long-term stability


Hours & Overtime

  • Backshift:

    • Monday - Thursday: 2:30pm - 11:00pm

    • Friday: 2:30pm - 8:30pm

    • Total: 40 hours per week

  • Overtime (Saturday):

    • Paid at 1.5x hourly rate


🎁 Benefits

  • 31 days holiday (including bank holidays)

  • Gym membership 💪

  • Employee Assistance Programme 🤝


🛠️ Key Responsibilities

  • Plate structural steel (5mm-100mm) in a production environment

  • Interpret and work from engineering drawings

  • Safely operate overhead cranes and lifting equipment

  • Use grinders and consumables in line with HAVS regulations


Skills & Experience Required

  • Time-served Plater or equivalent qualification (trade test required)

  • Experience within structural steel or heavy engineering

  • Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

  • Skilled in overhead crane use and slinging techniques


📞 Apply Now

If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply with your CV or contact our office and ask for George.

🚀 Immediate starts available - don't miss out!