Job Description
Mechanical Technician - Contract Opportunity
Abingdon 12-Month Contract Inside IR35
Are you an experienced Mechanical Technician looking to work on cutting-edge engineering projects in a highly advanced technical environment?
We're seeking a hands-on Mechanical Technician to support major shutdown and maintenance programmes on complex mechanical systems within a world-class engineering and research facility. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly skilled team delivering critical installation, maintenance and upgrade work across vacuum, cooling, pressurised and electro-magnetic systems.
As a Mechanical Technician your duties will include
* Supporting large-scale shutdown and intervention activities
* Carrying out mechanical assembly, maintenance, fault finding and repairs
* Assisting with installation and commissioning of new systems
* Producing maintenance and testing documentation, work packs and safe systems of work
* Supporting complex engineering projects including cooling systems and in-vessel works
* Supervising fitters, contractors and junior craft personnel where required
* Maintaining high safety standards and supporting continuous improvement initiatives
* Working within regulated environments and adhering to CDM Regs
Experience required
* Recognised Mechanical Apprenticeship or equivalent
* Level 3 NVQ in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
* Experience within an industrial mechanical assembly and maintenance environment
* Strong understanding of safe systems of work, RAMS and method statements
* Ability to work independently on technically challenging tasks
Desirable Experience
* Vacuum systems experience
* Exposure to cooling or pressurised systems
* Basic understanding of electrical/mechanical interface work
* Knowledge of modern manufacturing techniques
This role would suit someone from sectors such as energy, nuclear, aerospace, defence, manufacturing, heavy engineering or advanced R&D environments.
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