Plater Supervisor

General information

Reference

Function

Onshore – Asset

Job title

Plater Supervisor

Job description

We are currently seeking candidates for 2 year fixed term positions at Hinkley Point C location. We would be looking to deploy in January and March 2026. 

This role will be responsible for supervising a team of platers to ensure the safe, high-quality, and efficient delivery of fabrication and plating activities in accordance with nuclear safety culture and project requirements at site.

Key Deliverables:

• Champion safety, quality, and productivity within the team, ensuring compliance with all site and nuclear safety standards. 
• Allocate tasks and set team members to work, delivering pre- and post-job briefings and checking understanding. 
• Monitor and inspect work to ensure it meets technical specifications, safety, and quality requirements. 
• Manage team performance, motivation, and discipline, including timekeeping and welfare. 
• Liaise with other teams and supervisors to coordinate activities and resolve technical or logistical issues. 
• Ensure the team's logistical needs are met, including timely provision of drawings, materials, and work instructions. 
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment, controlling materials, waste, and equipment. 
• Provide mentoring and support to team members to develop their capability and understanding. 
• Report progress, hazards, incidents, and non-conformances promptly to the Plater Superintendent and relevant stakeholders. 

Profile

Qualifications and Work Experience:

Essential: Level 3 Apprenticeship OR Level 3 Diploma in Plating, Fabrication, Welding, Structural Steelwork, Shipbuilding 
Essential: ACE Card Level 3 in Plating (or equivalent) 
Essential: CCNSG Safety Passport 
Essential: Completion of ILM Level 3 Certificate C&BE (within 6 months of start date upon demonstration of enrolment) OR Completion of Nuclear Engineering Construction Supervisor (NECS) within 4 weeks of start date upon demonstration of booking and CMI Level 3 (following completion of NECS) 
Essential: LATS, SSSTS, IOSH Managing Safely (as required by site) 
Essential: Experience working on site delivering to safety and quality specifications within the technical area of plating/fabrication. 
Essential: Experience supervising a team, with an understanding of the different capabilities required to deliver the activity.  
Desirable: Connected Competence )

Job Specific Knowledge:

Essential: Technical competence in plating/fabrication processes and standards. 
Essential: Understanding of nuclear safety culture and site-specific requirements. 
Essential: Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations relevant to fabrication activities.

Skills:

Essential: Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications 
Essential: Effective communication and engagement skills 
Essential: Attention to detail and commitment to safety 
Essential: Problem-solving and decision-making abilities. 
Essential: Ability to build effective relationships and create a positive team environment.

Socio-professional category

Employee / Technician / Supervisor

Contract type

2-Fixed Term

Large displacement

No

Job location

Europe, United Kingdom, Angleterre, South West England

Location

  Somerset

Candidate criteria
Minimum level of education required

7- Others

Minimum level of experience required

All levels of experience

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