Plater
- Location
- Motherwell, United Kingdom
- Work mode
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Salary
- £18 / hour
- Posted
- 5 Nov 2026
Verified open 6 Nov 2026 · Source: Company careers page
About the role
Plater | Permanent | Volvo Construction Equipment | Motherwell
£18.07 per hour | 35 hours per week over 4 days
Escape Recruitment is working with Volvo Construction Equipment in Motherwell to recruit a time-served Plater on a permanent basis.
Following a recent resignation, Volvo has an urgent requirement for an experienced Plater to join its Structural department. This is a hands-on role producing steel components and structures from engineering drawings, with a focus on accuracy, quality and safe working.
The role
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Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
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Mark out, measure, cut, shape and prepare steel plates and sections.
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Assemble components using tack welding, bolting and other approved methods.
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Check dimensions, alignment, squareness and fit-up throughout fabrication.
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Identify and report material defects, drawing discrepancies and fabrication issues.
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Work closely with welders, fabricators and supervisors to meet production targets.
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Maintain safe working practices and support quality inspections and continuous improvement.
What you'll need
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A recognised, time-served background as a Plater.
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Proven experience in plating, heavy fabrication or structural steelwork.
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The ability to work accurately from engineering drawings.
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Experience using fabrication tools, machinery and measuring equipment.
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A sound understanding of health and safety within a workshop or industrial environment.
Familiarity with fabrication documentation and quality inspection procedures would be an advantage.
What's on offer
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Permanent employment with Volvo Construction Equipment.
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£18.07 per hour.
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35 hours per week, worked over 4 days.
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An opportunity to put your trade skills to work within an established manufacturing business.
Apply with your CV or contact Charlie at Escape Recruitment for a confidential discussion. Applications are being welcomed now due to the urgency of the requirement.
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