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Mechanical Technician

Ref no. BHN587104
Location Kent, England
Start date ASAP
Job type Contract 7 Months +
Job status Closed

Job summary

Our client is currently on the look out for 3 Mechanical Technicians, please call Brad Taylor on 07796008840

Key skills required for this role

Level 3 Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Site Experience(Will consider Industrial) CSCS, BPSS

Important

Welding - Gas & Electric Ability, Pipe fitting, Assembly

Job description


Our client, a prominent player in the nuclear sector, is seeking three Mechanical Technicians to join their team on a contractual basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on nuclear site projects, fulfilling essential mechanical, electrical, and pipefitting duties.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform plant operations, installations, handling, assembly, dismantling, and other activities as instructed by the Supervisor/Site Supervisor
  • Carry out tasks for specific projects, including the assembly, installation, maintenance, operation, and dismantling of general plant equipment and development test rigs
  • Complete and maintain all necessary records and documentation

Job Requirements:

  • NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering
  • Experience in nuclear site environments (Industrial Expereince Considered)
  • welding skills
  • Proficiency in assembly and pipefitting
  • Knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering practices

Experience & Knowledge:

  • Manufacture and fitting of mechanical parts and assemblies
  • Experience in site or factory work environments
  • Lifting and slinging experience
  • Exposure to engineering, science, or construction environments (desirable)

Skills & Abilities:

  • Proficient use of hand tools for assembly
  • Understanding of mechanical engineering drawings
  • Experience with general workshop equipment like pedestal grinders, drills, and bandsaws
  • Welding (gas and electric) skills (desirable)
  • Pipe fitting skills, particularly with Swagelok (desirable)
  • Appointment of AWE mechanical isolations NP(M) (desirable)

Qualifications:

  • Advanced apprenticeship/NVQ Level 4 or BTEC (essential)
  • NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in mechanical engineering (essential)
  • GCSE 'C' grade or above in English, Mathematics, Science, or a technical subject (desirable)
  • CSCS card or affiliated scheme card for the relevant trade (essential)
  • Level 2 Health & Safety in the Workplace or equivalent (desirable, training provided)
  • Triple Bar certification (essential)


If you are a skilled Mechanical Technician with experience in the nuclear sector and meet the above requirements, we encourage you to apply now.

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