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Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative, digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20 000 employees work every day to help Framatome's customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy. Visit us at www.framatome.com, and follow us on Twitter: @Framatome_ and LinkedIn: Framatome.
Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%).
Reference number
2026-27376
Publication date
8/18/2026
Job details
Category
P - PRODUCTION - P4 - Manufacturing Management and generalist
Job Opening Title
Plater
Job type
Fixed term
BU description
Energise Your Career with Framatome UK – Powering a Safer, Smarter Nuclear Future
Framatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world's nuclear fleet. With 22,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services — all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.
Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we're driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is already over 500 strong — and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry.
Now's your chance to join a company that's shaping the energy transition — where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come.
Job description
What are we hiring for?
We are seeking a Plater to join our team in Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater to ensure product is delivered in line with the documented procedures and standards.
What will you be doing?
Within this position you will be responsible for:
- Adhering to weld procedures, relevant quality procedures and assist with quality records and documentation
- Cutting, shaping and joining plate metal
- Maintaining equipment and small tools for assembly / welding / calibration
- Working from detailed engineering drawings
- Be suitably familiar with the contents of this Risk Assessment and Method Statements and Permit to Work
- Attending any HSE training, meetings, etc. as requested.
- Attending, participate in and periodically lead Toolbox Talks.
- Ensuring that tools, equipment and materials brought into and used in the area are fully checked and are compliant with HSE requirements.
- Ensuring that no work is carried out unless supported by the relevant specific Method Statements, Risk Assessments and Work Permits.
- Ensuring that all incidents and near misses are reported
Profile
What are we looking for?
- Be time served / apprentice trained
- Experience in fabrication of Stainless-steel equipment
- Read and understand detailed CAD drawings
- Used to working in a production and engineering environment
- Experience of supervising site activities and subcontractors
- Knowledge of current Health & Safety regulations
- Team working ability
- Works calmly under pressure
- Has a questioning attitude
- Challenges what is considered unacceptable behaviours
Training and development expectations:
- Level 3 Apprenticeship in Plating, Fabrication, Welding, Structural Steelwork or Shipbuilding
- Time served / apprenticeship trained
- CITB Operatives Test
- CCSNG & NVQ Level 3 ACE Card (Blue)
- City & Guilds Medium Confined Space Level 2 (desirable)
- NVQ Level 3 Occupational Work Supervision (desirable)
Benefits
Job location
Job location
United Kingdom, Bridgwater
Job location (site)
Bridgwater (UK)
Job family
Standard
Applicant criteria
Minimum level of education required
Non-Degree Program
Minimum level of experience required
Early career
Employment level
Non cadre
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