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Reinforcement fixing for concrete structures: interpret drawings, cut/bend/position bars, tie safely, and deliver clean quality checks.

Construction & Trades Mid Sponsorship: possible, but employer-dependent Updated: —
CV required: candidates without a CV are not considered.
Work eligibility: non-UK candidates must have the right to work in the UK, or apply only where the employer can legally sponsor and the role meets UK visa salary rules.
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Pay snapshot (UK, gross / brutto)

Metric Typical value What it means in practice
Market-reported average £21.98/hour A reference point for budgeting; actual offers vary by region, project, and overtime.
Common advertised site rates ~£25/hour Often seen on large builds and time-critical programmes (still varies heavily).
Illustrative annual (40h/week) ~£45,718/year Calculated from £21.98/hour × 40 × 52 (gross, before tax/NI).

Salary is shown as gross (brutto). Final take-home depends on tax status, deductions, and your contract type.

UK work conditions (practical essentials)

  • Paid holiday: statutory baseline is 5.6 weeks (28 days for a 5-day worker). Employer policy may be higher.
  • Breaks: if working more than 6 hours, you normally have the right to an uninterrupted 20-minute rest break.
  • Safety culture: site induction, PPE rules, toolbox talks, and stop-work authority are standard on most builds.
  • Site access: many sites require CSCS (or accepted equivalent) before entry.

This is general guidance for candidates; site rules and contracts can add stricter requirements.

How MaViAl matches you to UK demand

  1. CV screening: we verify your rebar scope (slabs/beams/columns), tying speed, and drawing/BBS confidence.
  2. Site-fit check: tickets/CSCS, toolbox discipline, PPE readiness, and English for safety briefings.
  3. Offer alignment: shift pattern, location, accommodation logistics (if applicable), and start date readiness.
  4. Onboarding: role expectations, site behaviour standards, and documentation checklist.
Next step: Submit your CV via the CV page. We will assess it against current UK demand and client requirements for reinforcement steel fixing.
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What you will do (rebar-focused, not generic)

This role is judged on two things: safe production speed and dimensional accuracy.

  • Interpret drawings, tags, and bar bending schedules (BBS) to set out reinforcement correctly.
  • Cut, bend, position, and tie rebar for slabs, beams, columns, walls, and foundations.
  • Install spacers/chairs, maintain cover, and keep cages stable before concrete pour.
  • Use hand tools and (where allowed) powered tying tools while controlling pinch/cut risks.
  • Coordinate with formwork and pour teams so reinforcement is ready, checked, and protected.

Quality checkpoints (the items that get inspected)

  • Correct bar diameter/shape/mark against schedule.
  • Laps/couplers installed to drawing intent; cages secured and not “floating”.
  • Cover maintained using correct spacers; no missing chairs on edges.
  • Hazards controlled: capped ends, tidy deck, clear access routes.

Requirements (written for real shortlisting)

Essential
  • English CV with projects, dates, and rebar scope (mandatory).
  • Hands-on steel fixing experience (slabs/beams/columns; cages; spacers/cover).
  • Ability to read reinforcement drawings and/or BBS at working speed.
  • Safety discipline: PPE compliance, tidy working area, manual handling awareness.
Strong advantages
  • CSCS (or accepted equivalent) already in place for faster mobilisation.
  • Experience on large commercial/civil projects with formal QA checks.
  • Comfort working at height / on decks and around lifting operations.
  • Ability to lead a small gang or mentor improvers (if required).
Day-one readiness checklist
  1. CV + documents prepared for onboarding.
  2. PPE basics ready (site may specify exact standard/colour).
  3. Ability to follow a safety briefing and report hazards clearly.
Short candidate portrait: You move confidently through drawings, keep rebar neat and to cover, and you do not trade speed for unsafe shortcuts.

A realistic day on site (steel fixing)

  1. Start: induction/toolbox talk, confirm pour sequence and critical areas.
  2. Set-out: check drawings/BBS, mark zones, prep bars and accessories.
  3. Fixing: tie cages, maintain cover, coordinate penetrations and openings.
  4. Pre-pour: final checks, secure loose sections, cap hazards, housekeeping.
  5. Handover: communicate readiness and issues to supervisor/engineer.

Safety & compliance (what sites enforce)

  • Manual handling: use aids and plan lifts; rebar bundles can be high-risk if rushed.
  • Sharp edges & impalement: keep ends controlled and protected; never leave exposed hazards.
  • Working at height: follow edge protection rules; keep access routes clear.
  • Tools: cut/bend/tying tools used only as permitted; maintain and store safely.

UK sites may stop work immediately for unsafe behaviours; safety compliance is not optional.

Sponsorship note (kept practical)

  • Some employers can sponsor, but it is not automatic for every project or region.
  • Sponsored roles must meet UK salary rules (generally the standard threshold or the occupation going rate, whichever is higher).
  • If you already have the right to work, mobilisation is usually faster.

This page is not legal advice. Rules can change; final eligibility depends on employer sponsorship capability and your circumstances.

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FAQ

Do I need a CSCS card to work as a steel fixer in the UK?
Many UK sites require CSCS (or an accepted equivalent) before you can start. The card type depends on your competence level and the site’s access rules.
What experience should I show on my CV for steel fixing?
Show project types (commercial/civil), your rebar scope (slabs/beams/columns), whether you work from BBS, and the safety standards you followed (inductions, PPE, checks).
Is pay usually hourly or salary?
Steel fixing is commonly offered as an hourly gross rate, with overtime depending on programme and contract. Always confirm hours, weekend expectations, and deductions before accepting.
What makes a steel fixer “site ready” in the UK?
CSCS (where required), a clear English CV, correct PPE, and the ability to follow safety briefings and communicate hazards. Site readiness is as important as tying speed.