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Mechanical Fitter

Posted: 01/10/26
Recruiter:CONTRACTS CONSULTANCY LTD
Reference:3186964873
Type:Contract
Disciplines: Engineering
Salary:£25 - £35 Hourly
Location:Oxford, Oxfordshire
Description:

Role Overview

CCL Global is seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters to support a major UK Nuclear engineering programme.

Working alongside Mechanical Technicians and other Fitters, you will provide hands-on mechanical assembly, maintenance and modification support across complex engineering equipment and systems.

Location: Oxfordshire Full-time onsite
Contract: Until June 2027 (inside IR35)
Security Clearance: BPSS

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the maintenance, improvement and modification of mechanical components and equipment.
  • Assemble and prepare components in accordance with engineering drawings and technical documentation.
  • Carry out hands-on mechanical engineering and assembly activities to a high standard of accuracy.
  • Read and interpret engineering and assembly drawings.
  • Follow approved processes, procedures and safe systems of work.
  • Undertake general mechanical fitting activities with minimal supervision.
  • Work carefully with complex, sensitive and potentially fragile equipment.
  • Liaise with technicians and other engineering teams to ensure activities are completed to schedule.
  • Support the preparation and maintenance of documentation covering equipment installation, maintenance and testing.
  • Maintain appropriate quality, safety and engineering standards throughout all activities.

Essential Requirements

  • Recognised engineering apprenticeship or equivalent, supported by a relevant engineering qualification.
  • Practical mechanical fitting, assembly or maintenance experience.
  • Ability to accurately read and interpret engineering/assembly drawings.
  • Good understanding of quality assurance procedures and documentation.
  • Experience working under Written Safe Systems of Work and/or Method Statements.
  • Able to complete tasks independently while working effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Competent with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.

Desirable Experience

  • Experience with vacuum systems and vacuum technology.
  • Knowledge of mechanical cooling systems.
  • Previous experience working with complex scientific, industrial or high-integrity engineering equipment.

Please note: This is a fully onsite position with no hybrid working available.

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