Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Technician
Location: Culham, Oxfordshire - on site
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Daily Rate: £ 35/hr (Umbrella – Maximum)
IR35 Status: Inside IR35 

Primarily to support the Assembly Team during shutdown, including preparation for shutdown activities. Secondarily to support general mechanical tasks within the Systems Unit when required. Mechanical systems to include vacuum, cooling, pressurised and electro-magnetic. This shall include construction of new systems and maintenance of existing systems including fault finding, and repair. As a mechanical technician you would be expected to supervise mechanical fitters and other junior craft effort. The exact duties will be determined by the individual’s skills and experience.

• Perform maintenance, improvements and modifications by undertaking a wide range of works including large installation programmes during shutdowns and interventions to maximise the efficiency and availability of the system during operations as a team member.
• To document processes/procedures for the maintenance/installation/testing of equipment. Compiling work packages for work to be carried out, including writing safe systems of work.
• Support large scale/prestigious projects. Such as in-vessel works, centre column and TF circuits and cooling systems.
• Provide mechanical technician support to the Plant Responsible Officers (PRO) and their deputies. All mandatory training will be provided for these systems and activities.
• Set and maintain high levels of safety. Promote good behavioural safety to drive improvements
• in culture, working conditions and professionalism. Support activities which support safety, including monitoring documentation such as risk assessments, keeping areas tidy and under control. Practice continual improvements in safety practices and behaviours. Adhere to regulatory requirements when working on plant. Understand and practice Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
• Expected to work mostly without direct continuous supervision; however, given the high hazard and complex nature of the work aspects of the role may be supervised by personnel. Supervise contract staff, fitters and general workers on the any number of systems.

Experience Required:

• Must have served a recognised Apprenticeship or similar.
• Qualifications: Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Equivalent qualifications to those stated will be considered).
• Worked in an industrial setting, specifically mechanical assembly and maintenance, would be desirable.
• Experience of vacuum systems and understanding of electrical work, would be desirable.
• Knowledge of modern manufacturing techniques.
• Experience of working under a Written Safe System of Work/Method Statements/Risk Assessments.

Disability Confident

As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.

Armed Forces Covenant   

CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.

If you qualify for the above, please notify us on 0121 794 8181.

We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview.

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To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on 0121 794 8181