Mechanical Technician

• Mechanical Technician
• Contract (Inside IR35)
• Up to £35.00 per hour (Umbrella PAYE)
• Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire (Full-Time Onsite)
• Duration: 12 Months

Ceto Talent are representing a leading UK-based organisation at the forefront of advanced energy and engineering research.

Overview

We are looking for a Mechanical Technician to support a major experimental engineering programme, with a focus on shutdown activities and ongoing system maintenance.

This is a hands-on role working on complex, high-spec mechanical systems within a highly regulated and safety-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support planned shutdown activities, including preparation and execution of mechanical works
• Carry out installation, maintenance, fault finding, and repair of mechanical systems
• Work across systems including vacuum, cooling, pressurised, and electromagnetic equipment
• Assist with large-scale installation programmes and specialist in-vessel works
• Support operational efficiency through maintenance and intervention activities
• Compile work packages, including safe systems of work and maintenance procedures
• Document processes for installation, testing, and maintenance activities
• Supervise mechanical fitters and junior personnel where required
• Provide support to Plant Responsible Officers (PROs) and wider engineering teams
• Maintain high safety standards, ensuring compliance with risk assessments and regulatory requirements
• Promote strong safety culture, housekeeping, and behavioural standards

Requirements

• Completed a recognised mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent
• Level 3 NVQ in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Experience within an industrial mechanical environment (assembly and maintenance)
• Ability to work independently within a complex, high-hazard environment
• Experience supervising technicians or craft labour

Desirable:

• Experience working with vacuum systems
• Basic understanding of electrical systems
• Knowledge of modern manufacturing techniques
• Experience working under formal safe systems of work (RAMS, method statements, risk assessments)

Please contact Jasmine White at Ceto Talent if you're interested to learn more.

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