Plater / Fabricator

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 March 2026
LOCATION
Aberdeen
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
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SKILLS

Welding Fabrication Engineering Drawings Heat Exchanger Pressure Vessel HSE Procedures Quality Standards Teamwork

FULL DESCRIPTION

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is hiring a Plater/Fabricator in Aberdeen Altens. The role involves fabrication, assembly, and repair of heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and pipework, adhering to engineering drawings and quality standards. Responsibilities include stripping and re-assembly, fabrication using various materials, and general workshop tasks. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in welding and fabrication, experience in a medium to heavy fabrication background, and excellent communication skills.

Role Purpose

*The purpose of this role is to support the delivery of high-quality fabrication and maintenance work across heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and associated pipework. The role involves carrying out precise fabrication, assembly, and repair activities in line with engineering drawings, quality standards, and HSE procedures. Working with a range of materials and complex specifications, the individual will contribute to the efficient operation of the workshop through technical skill, attention to detail, and teamwork.*

Accountability

  • Responsible for stripping and re-assembly of heat exchangers and pipework for maintenance
  • To undertake the fabrication of pressure vessels of various diameters and thickness between 10 and 80mm
  • Carry out fabrication on pipework as per engineering drawings with tight tolerances
  • To undertake work utilizing different materials including stainless steel, duplex, super duplex and carbon steel
  • Carry out general workshop day to days tasks as and when required
  • Adhere to all workshop HSE and quality procedures
  • To undertake work independently and as part of the team

Requirements

  • Time served with a Level 3 qualification in welding and fabrication
  • Experience working in a medium to heavy fabrication background
  • Be able to interpret and read engineering drawings with a good understanding
  • Demonstrate an excellent attitude towards company HSE and Quality
  • Heat exchanger and pressure vessel experience
  • Forklift truck qualification preferred but not essential
  • Excellent communication skills and good attention to detail
  • Willingness to learn from others and share best practice
  • Confident to engage with all levels of the business
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