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Job Title: Steel Erector
Location: Glasgow
Contract Duration: 6 Months
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Steel Erector to join our team on a 6-month contract in Glasgow. The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling, installing, and securing structural steel components for construction projects. This role requires expertise in steel erection techniques, adherence to safety regulations, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities- Assemble and install structural steel components, including beams, columns, and frameworks.
- Operate tools and equipment such as cranes, cherry pickers, and mobile elevating work platforms to position steel structures.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints to ensure accurate installation.
- Conduct pre-installation inspections to verify structural components meet project specifications.
- Secure structural steel components using bolts, welding, or other fastening methods.
- Perform post-installation inspections to confirm alignment and stability.
- Dismantle temporary supports and scaffolding after installations are complete.
- Adhere to industry safety standards, including working at height and manual handling guidelines.
- NVQ Level 2/3 in Steel Erecting or a related field.
- CCNG /CSCS
- Certification in operating MEWPs (IPAF 3a/3b) and working with scaffolding systems (PASMA).
- Proven experience as a Steel Erector, ideally in construction or heavy industry (minimum 2 years preferred).
- Strong knowledge of safety regulations, including LOLER, PUWER, and working at height protocols.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints accurately.
- CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card for Steel Erectors.
About Regional Recruitment Services – A Recruitment Agency in the Midlands.
This position is advertised by Regional Recruitment Services Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency that has been operating since 2008. We offer permanent, temporary and contract jobs within the Commercial, Construction, Industrial and Engineering sectors. To view all of our positions available throughout the United Kingdom, please visit our website ((url removed)).
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