Steel Erector / Cladding Installer

Position Overview

You will install structural steelwork and external envelope systems safely and to specification, working as part of a site team to deliver projects on time and to quality standards. The role covers steel erection (positioning, bolting-up and final tightening) and cladding installation (insulated panels, built-up and rainscreen systems), including setting out, sealing and detailing to manufacturer guidelines. This is an Ireland-based role with regular travel to client sites; overtime and occasional weekend work may be required to meet programme.

• Steel erection: Position, align, plumb and level frames to drawings and lift/erection plans; install temporary works as required.
• Connections: Bolt-up and torque to specification (incl. HSFG where applicable); fit splice plates, bracing, cleats and secondary steel.
• Lifting operations: Coordinate with crane/telehandler crews; sling/attach loads correctly; use tag lines; follow the Appointed Person’s lift plan and exclusion zones.
• Cladding support: Install purlins/rails, flashings, trims, closers and masking; set out to gridlines and tolerances.
• Cladding systems: Install insulated composite panels, built-up twin-skin and rainscreen systems; ensure vapour/air seals, thermal breaks and correct fixings.
• Finishing & weathering: Apply sealants, tapes and fire-stopping; ensure continuity of weathering, airtightness and insulation.
• Drawings & QA: Read GA/detail/panel layouts and schedules; raise RFIs/TQs; complete ITPs, checksheets, photos and as-built records; support snag and close-out.
• Tools & housekeeping: Use and maintain mag drills, torque wrenches, riveters, nibblers and grinders; maintain tidy, safe work areas; protect finished work.
• HSE compliance: Work to RAMS and permits; attend daily briefings/toolbox talks; stop and escalate unsafe conditions; coordinate with interfacing trades (M&E, roofing, glazing, civils).

• 2+ years’ experience as a steel erector and/or cladding installer on industrial/commercial projects.
• Competent with drawings, levels and measuring tools; able to meet plumb/line/tolerance requirements.
• Proficient with power tools and access equipment; confident working at height and on MEWPs/scaffolds.
• Solid understanding of safe lifting, slinging and signalling; able to follow lift plans.
• Strong teamwork, communication and problem-solving; proactive on safety and quality.
• Full, clean driving licence and right to work in Ireland; willingness to travel and work overtime when required.

• Valid SOLAS Safe Pass (Ireland).
• CSCS/SOLAS tickets as applicable (e.g., Slinger/Signaller, Steel Erector, Mobile Tower).
• MEWP (IPAF) and Working at Height certification; harness inspection awareness.
• Manual Handling; Abrasive Wheels.
• CWPS/SIW if required by project; Confined Space awareness (desirable).

• Experience with Kingspan or equivalent panel systems; rainscreen cassette/rail systems.
• Telehandler ticket; Appointed Person / Lift Supervisor awareness.
• Fire-stopping installation experience with third-party certified systems.
• Occupational First Aid.

• Competitive hourly rate/salary with overtime opportunities.
• Paid travel/subsistence per company policy for away work.
• Quality tools, PPE and training; support with maintaining certifications.
• Opportunity to work on landmark industrial and commercial projects with a leading steel contractor.

ODS is a leading structural steel engineering and fabrication business serving industrial, commercial, offsite and modular sectors across Ireland and the UK. We deliver a full service from design and fabrication to finishing and on-site installation, operating under CE marking to EN 1090 and ISO-certified management systems.