Contract Full time

Plater

IRS Recruitment

Wallsend, Tyne and Wear, NE28 6HS

£23.81 - 26.02 per hour

Posted: 14 May 2026 (2 weeks ago)

Closing date: 13 June 2026

Ref: J11870

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About the Role

IRS Recruitment is seeking an experienced Plater for a long-term contract position based in Wallsend, Tyne and Wear. This role involves heavy steel fabrication and structural work on large-scale projects, with potential for permanent employment. Candidates must have proven experience in heavy steel fabrication and structural steelwork, and either hold a valid CSCS card or be willing to obtain one. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £23.81 to £26.02 and is full-time on a contract basis. Various shift patterns may be available; applicants should state their preference when applying.

Plater(s) - Ready for Your Next Opportunity?
IRS Recruitment have urgent opportunities available with our long-standing client on major long-term projects based in Wallsend, Tyne and Wear - and we want to hear from you today!
We're currently looking for experienced Plater(s) to join the team working on heavy steel fabrications and large structures right here in the Northeast of England.
For the right candidates, these roles offer excellent long-term prospects and could lead to permanent positions.
What We're Looking For:
Proven experience in heavy steel fabrication and structural work
. Hold or be willing to obtain a CSCS qualification.
Shift Patterns Potentially Available:
(Please tell us your preferred shift when applying - we'll do our best to accommodate, but cannot guarantee.)
Dayshift:
Mon-Thu: 7am-4pm
Fri: 7am-3.30pm
42 hours per week
Backshift:
Mon-Thu: 4pm-1am
Fri: 4pm-12 midnight
42 hours per week
Excellent PAYE Rates with the potential of increased pay rates, if additional training offered and accepted:
Dayshift:
£21.50/hr - First 38 hours worked & approved
£27.95/hr - Overtime (over 38 hrs worked & approved)
£32.25/hr - Saturday hours worked & approved
£43.00/hr - Sunday & Bank Holiday hours worked & approved
Backshift:
£23.81/hr - First 38 hours worked & approved
£30.95/hr - Overtime (over 38 hrs worked & approved)
£35.72/hr - Saturday hours worked & approved
£47.62/hr - Sunday & Bank Holiday hours worked & approved
Overtime available!
Ready to take the next step?
Don't miss out - click APPLY now or call our friendly team on 01609 777777 to find out more.