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Iron Worker jobs and day rates

Iron workers erect structural steel and metalwork at height. Rigging, bolting-up and working from MEWPs are daily business.

Typical day rate

£180 to £260

Broad UK range. Varies by region, experience and site; London and specialist work usually pay more.

What the work involves

  • Erecting structural steel frames
  • Bolting up, plumbing and lining steelwork
  • Slinging and signalling steel lifts
  • Installing secondary steel and metal decking

Cards and tickets

Blue CSCS card with NVQ Level 2 in Steel Erecting. IPAF and a slinger/signaller ticket are usually expected.

Demand right now

Solid demand on industrial sheds, commercial frames and infrastructure.

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