Steelworker
CV-LibraryBarrow in Furness, CumbriacontractPosted: 2 July 2026
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We are recruiting experienced Steelworkers (Platers/Shipwrights) to join a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation working on large-scale, complex projects in a highly regulated environment.
The Role
You'll be involved in the fabrication, assembly, installation, and manufacture of steel structures and components, working from engineering drawings to deliver high-quality products while maintaining the highest safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Fabricate, assemble, and install structural steel components.
* Carry out marking out, plate preparation, burning, drilling, grinding, and fitting activities.
* Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
* Operate a range of fabrication tools and equipment safely and effectively.
* Perform quality checks to ensure work meets required standards.
* Work collaboratively to deliver projects safely, on time, and to specification.
About You
* Time-served Steelworker, Plater, Shipwright, or equivalent engineering trade.
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
* Experience in steel fabrication, structural assembly, and heavy engineering.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
* Experience with plate forming, burning, alignment, fitting, and structural assembly is desirable.
* Confident working within a safety-critical, quality-driven manufacturing environment.
* Strong team player with excellent attention to detail and commitment to health and safety
What's on Offer
* Competitive pay rates.
* Long-term opportunities on major engineering programmes.
* Overtime and shift work available.
* Excellent career progression and ongoing training.
If you're an experienced Steelworker or Plater looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you
We are recruiting experienced Steelworkers (Platers/Shipwrights) to join a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation working on large-scale, complex projects in a highly regulated environment.
The Role
You'll be involved in the fabrication, assembly, installation, and manufacture of steel structures and components, working from engineering drawings to deliver high-quality products while maintaining the highest safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Fabricate, assemble, and install structural steel components.
* Carry out marking out, plate preparation, burning, drilling, grinding, and fitting activities.
* Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
* Operate a range of fabrication tools and equipment safely and effectively.
* Perform quality checks to ensure work meets required standards.
* Work collaboratively to deliver projects safely, on time, and to specification.
About You
* Time-served Steelworker, Plater, Shipwright, or equivalent engineering trade.
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
* Experience in steel fabrication, structural assembly, and heavy engineering.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
* Experience with plate forming, burning, alignment, fitting, and structural assembly is desirable.
* Confident working within a safety-critical, quality-driven manufacturing environment.
* Strong team player with excellent attention to detail and commitment to health and safety
What's on Offer
* Competitive pay rates.
* Long-term opportunities on major engineering programmes.
* Overtime and shift work available.
* Excellent career progression and ongoing training.
If you're an experienced Steelworker or Plater looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you