Severfield
Coatings Operative (HPC)
16 days ago
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
Bridgwater, UK
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
9 October 2026
What they need
Vacancy Summary
At Severfield, we’re creating better ways to build for a world of changing demands.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Coatings Operative (HPC) to to work on the Hinkley Point C project.
Our competitive advantage is our people, and we’re always looking for talented individuals to join us as we continue to transform skylines across the UK & Europe. A career at Severfield presents the opportunity for you to develop, grow, and to feel part of something special, after all, we are all in it together!
Nuclear & Infrastructure – Our Nuclear & Infrastructure division has extensive experience in the specialist, highly regulated nuclear, transport (road and rail), process industries and power and energy sectors. Providing award winning design teams, utilising state-of-the-art design software and Tekla detailing facilities to offer customers value engineering. This gives a mix of proven success along with modern, innovative design and fabrication ideas to be able to provide a quality, specialised service to a growing market. They continue to set the bar high in their highly regulated market!
Vacancy Details
The purpose of this role is to apply protective coatings to the correct specification and using the correct products.
Main duties :
- Check steel adequate from blast profile and surface cleanliness for the application of protective products.
- Check wet pool thickness.
- Check specification to ensure correct product and masking details and overcoat periods.
- Apply coatings use correct equipment.
- Demask steel after applying coating.
- Clean line and equipment.
Qualifications :
One of the following -
- OPITO Level 1 Blaster\Sprayer
- Train the Painter - Protective Coatings Applicator
- ICATS Protective Coatings Applicator
- ECITB Skills Test Alternative / Skills Test Number: TICA-A01 / TICA-P01
Experience :
- Minimum 2 years' experience in similar industry
What We Offer
At Severfield, we’re all about doing the right thing, so as you’d expect, we offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.
We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets to apply. We value the unique perspectives that come from different life experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, religion, or faith. At Severfield, we believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success, and we are eager to hear from all who want to contribute to our dynamic workplace.
We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.
We look forward to receiving your application!
About Us
Severfield is the largest structural steelwork Group in the UK and among the biggest in Europe. We have been involved in the UK’s highest profile structural steel projects and we have the design and engineering capabilities to deliver the UK’s largest, most complex projects.
Today, with multiple sites in the UK, Europe, and our joint venture in India, we have an annual capacity to produce around 300,000 tonnes of fabricated steelwork.
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Acting on behalf of our clients, our project portfolio includes world-class stadia, bridges, national infrastructure, as well as shaping city skylines across the UK and further afield.
Benefits
Looking after our employees means both their physical and mental wellbeing. We’re proud to offer a range of benefits including:
25 days holiday
Minimum 7% employer pension contributions
Employee assistance programme (EAP)
Employee benefits scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Save as you earn
Free onsite parking (role specific)
Business health insurance
Job Reference: SUKIE00798
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