Plater / Structural Steel Fabricator – Backshift Pay: £21.67 per hour (including 20% shift allowance) Overtime: Up to £32.51 per hour Hours: Monday to Thursday, 2:30pm – 11:00pm; Friday, 2:30pm – 8:30pm Job Type: Full-time Job Description TK Recruitment is seeking an experienced Plater / Structural Steel Fabricator to join an established structural steel fabrication business in Brompton-on-Swale, North Yorkshire. This position offers an enhanced hourly rate for candidates looking to work a regular afternoon/backshift pattern within a busy heavy engineering environment. The role involves fabricating large structural steel assemblies, working with heavy plate and producing accurate components from engineering drawings. Key Responsibilities * Fabricate and assemble heavy structural steelwork, including beams, columns and supporting structures. * Interpret detailed engineering drawings and fabrication specifications. * Work with structural steel plates ranging from 5mm to 100mm. * Carry out marking out, fitting, alignment and assembly. * Use grinders, fabrication tools and associated workshop equipment. * Perform heat straightening and dimensional corrections where necessary. * Safely operate overhead cranes and handle heavy steel sections. * Inspect finished assemblies for accuracy and quality. * Work efficiently to production deadlines while maintaining high safety standards. Candidate Requirements * Strong previous experience in structural steel plating or heavy fabrication. * Experience working with heavy plate, beams and columns. * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings without supervision. * Competent in marking out, fitting and assembling structural steel. * Familiarity with overhead cranes and lifting operations. * Good understanding of fabrication processes and workshop safety. * Time-served experience or relevant fabrication qualifications preferred. * Ability to pass a practical plating trade test. Shift Pattern and Pay * Monday to Thursday: 2:30pm – 11:00pm * Friday: 2:30pm – 8:30pm * Basic hourly rate: £21.67, including the shift allowance. * Weekday overtime: £32.51 per hour. * Saturday overtime may also be available. Why Apply? * Competitive enhanced backshift pay. * Consistent weekday shift pattern. * Established structural steel manufacturing environment. * Opportunity to work on substantial structural steel fabrication projects. * Overtime opportunities. Apply Now If you are an experienced Structural Steel Plater looking for a higher-paying backshift position, apply today with your updated CV. TK Recruitment