Welder/Plater Chargehand
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Welder/Plater Chargehand
Severfield
Hinkley Point C
Vacancy Summary
THIS IS A 6 MONTH CONTRACT
APPLY HERE: Job details - Welder/Plater Chargehand
At Severfield, we’re creating better ways to build for a world of changing demands.
Our competitive advantage is our people, and we’re always looking for talented individuals to join us as we continue to transform skylines across the UK & Europe. A career at Severfield presents the opportunity for you to develop, grow, and to feel part of something special, after all, we are all in it together!
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Welder/Plater Chargehand to join the team, working on Hinkley Point C. This is a temporary, 6-month contract.
Our Nuclear & Infrastructure division has extensive experience in the specialist, highly regulated nuclear, transport (road and rail), process industries and power and energy sectors. Providing award winning design teams, utilising state-of-the-art design software and Tekla detailing facilities to offer customers value engineering. This gives a mix of proven success along with modern, innovative design and fabrication ideas to be able to provide a quality, specialised service to a growing market. They continue to set the bar high in their highly regulated market!
Vacancy Details
In the Welder/Plater chargehand position you will lead a team of operatives on-site, ensuring all installation works are completed safely, accurately, and efficiently. Working in close coordination with site management, you'll be responsible for supervising activities, reviewing documentation, and acting as a key link between the workforce and leadership.
Other responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Lead a team of welders and platers, ensuring work is carried out to design and safety standards
Provide technical advice and support on-site, proposing solutions where needed
Review and approve technical and safety documentation
Ensure all installations align with project designs and processes
Manage task delivery to meet time and budget constraints
Supervise contractors and maintain a high-performing, safety-first team
Ensure compliance with NNB permit-to-work processes
Attend site coordination meetings as required
Act as Incident Controller (IC)
Act as Trauma and Medical Immediate Care (TMIC) responder
Key Skills & experience:
HPC site experience (desirable)
Data input familiarity (e.g., permits, progress tracking)
Strong leadership and team supervision abilities
Safety- and quality-driven mindset, leading by example
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Technical welding/plating knowledge and attention to detail
Problem-solving and decision-making skills
One of the following:
Level 3 Pipe Welder Apprenticeship Standard (ST0851)
Equivalent apprenticeship in welding discipline
Diploma in: Welding Engineering Construction Pipework, Plate or Both - SCQF L7
Plus:
• BS EN ISO 9606 Coded Welding Qualification
Plus, one of the following:
• LATS
• SSSTS
• IOSH Managing Safely
Desirable Qualifications:
• VT – CSWIP certificate
• TMIC trained (First Aid at Work)
• IC trained (Incident Controller)
• Permit Acceptor certified
What We Offer
At Severfield, we’re all about doing the right thing, so as you’d expect, we offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.
We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets to apply. We value the unique perspectives that come from different life experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, religion, or faith. At Severfield, we believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success, and we are eager to hear from all who want to contribute to our dynamic workplace.
We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.
We look forward to receiving your application!
About Us
Severfield is the largest structural steelwork Group in the UK and among the biggest in Europe. We have been involved in the UK’s highest profile structural steel projects and we have the design and engineering capabilities to deliver the UK’s largest, most complex projects.
Today, with multiple sites in the UK, Europe, and our joint venture in India, we have an annual capacity to produce around 300,000 tonnes of fabricated steelwork.
APPLY HERE: Job details - Welder/Plater Chargehand
For this role you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. As a project, we do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
The HPC Jobs Service supports local people into exciting, long-term careers across our Project.
Welder/Plater Chargehand
Severfield
Hinkley Point C
Vacancy Summary
THIS IS A 6 MONTH CONTRACT
APPLY HERE: Job details - Welder/Plater Chargehand
At Severfield, we’re creating better ways to build for a world of changing demands.
Our competitive advantage is our people, and we’re always looking for talented individuals to join us as we continue to transform skylines across the UK & Europe. A career at Severfield presents the opportunity for you to develop, grow, and to feel part of something special, after all, we are all in it together!
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Welder/Plater Chargehand to join the team, working on Hinkley Point C. This is a temporary, 6-month contract.
Our Nuclear & Infrastructure division has extensive experience in the specialist, highly regulated nuclear, transport (road and rail), process industries and power and energy sectors. Providing award winning design teams, utilising state-of-the-art design software and Tekla detailing facilities to offer customers value engineering. This gives a mix of proven success along with modern, innovative design and fabrication ideas to be able to provide a quality, specialised service to a growing market. They continue to set the bar high in their highly regulated market!
Vacancy Details
In the Welder/Plater chargehand position you will lead a team of operatives on-site, ensuring all installation works are completed safely, accurately, and efficiently. Working in close coordination with site management, you'll be responsible for supervising activities, reviewing documentation, and acting as a key link between the workforce and leadership.
Other responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Lead a team of welders and platers, ensuring work is carried out to design and safety standards
Provide technical advice and support on-site, proposing solutions where needed
Review and approve technical and safety documentation
Ensure all installations align with project designs and processes
Manage task delivery to meet time and budget constraints
Supervise contractors and maintain a high-performing, safety-first team
Ensure compliance with NNB permit-to-work processes
Attend site coordination meetings as required
Act as Incident Controller (IC)
Act as Trauma and Medical Immediate Care (TMIC) responder
Key Skills & experience:
HPC site experience (desirable)
Data input familiarity (e.g., permits, progress tracking)
Strong leadership and team supervision abilities
Safety- and quality-driven mindset, leading by example
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Technical welding/plating knowledge and attention to detail
Problem-solving and decision-making skills
One of the following:
Level 3 Pipe Welder Apprenticeship Standard (ST0851)
Equivalent apprenticeship in welding discipline
Diploma in: Welding Engineering Construction Pipework, Plate or Both - SCQF L7
Plus:
• BS EN ISO 9606 Coded Welding Qualification
Plus, one of the following:
• LATS
• SSSTS
• IOSH Managing Safely
Desirable Qualifications:
• VT – CSWIP certificate
• TMIC trained (First Aid at Work)
• IC trained (Incident Controller)
• Permit Acceptor certified
What We Offer
At Severfield, we’re all about doing the right thing, so as you’d expect, we offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.
We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets to apply. We value the unique perspectives that come from different life experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, religion, or faith. At Severfield, we believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success, and we are eager to hear from all who want to contribute to our dynamic workplace.
We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.
We look forward to receiving your application!
About Us
Severfield is the largest structural steelwork Group in the UK and among the biggest in Europe. We have been involved in the UK’s highest profile structural steel projects and we have the design and engineering capabilities to deliver the UK’s largest, most complex projects.
Today, with multiple sites in the UK, Europe, and our joint venture in India, we have an annual capacity to produce around 300,000 tonnes of fabricated steelwork.
APPLY HERE: Job details - Welder/Plater Chargehand
For this role you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. As a project, we do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.