Platers Wanted - Hinkley Point C Nuclear New Build Project
We are currently seeking experienced Platers to join our team on the prestigious Hinkley Point C Nuclear New Build Plant. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity to work on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Proficient in using fabrication drawings to develop fabrication plans and select appropriate tools and equipment.
Fabrication shop assembly experience, including burning and grinding.

Strong plating skills, including cutting, preparing, shaping, fabricating, and assembling plate and steelwork.

Experience with skin casing, duct work, hangers,and supports - fabrication and repair.
Ability to work from task-specific instructions, including method statements and task plans.
Familiarity with Quality Assurance processes.
Competent in interpreting engineering drawings.

Requirements:

Level 3 Apprenticeship in Plating, Fabrication, Welding, Structural Steelwork, Shipbuilding, or Metalworking
OR Minimum Level 3 Diploma in the same fields
OR Minimum Level 6 (if awarded in Scotland)
OR ACE Card - Level 3 in Plating
OR Chinese Diploma in Welding and Fabrication

Route B - Experience-Based:

Pass a Competency-Based Interview with a Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Minimum 5 years of verified experience in a plating role

Hours & Pay:

Standard working hours: 38 hours/week, Monday - Thursday
Overtime available and paid at enhanced rates
Generous nightshift uplift
Weekly Pay

Benefits:

Accommodation allowance (tax-free if mortgage/tenancy agreement held elsewhere)
One paid trip home per month
Milestone bonus payments
Long-term project stability with opportunities for development and progression

Start Date: Immediate starts available

If you're a qualified Plater ready to work on a nationally significant project and meet the training/qualification requirements above - we want to hear from you.

YOU MUST BE A UK RESIDENT AND ABLE TO PASS UK SECURITY VETTING TO BE CONSIDERED

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