Mechanical Technical Support

Theres never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector.

The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.

At UKNNL, youll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.

Were an organisation thats here to experiment and push the limits of whats possible.

So, if youre keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it.

Because at UKNNL, anything is possible.

Technical Support are responsible for providing Engineering support to the Infrastructure Compliance Engineering team to assist in delivering expertise in general plant, system, equipment reliability, configuration management or other specialised subject matter needed to satisfy the multi-faceted needs of the organisation.

Exciting news! UKNNL is piloting a 4-day work pattern for our Compliance Engineering Maintenance Team at the Central Site.

This work pattern is designed to provide our employees with greater flexibility, which in turn supports their work-life balance while maintaining our standards of service.

Main Responsibilities for Mechanical Technical Support: Responsible for development of pragmatic fit-for-purpose engineering solutions that meet the objectives of the organisation in a cost-effective manner.

Support maintenance activities by implementing and maintaining the technical basis of maintenance ( TBoM ) process, in addition they will assist with planning for complex maintenance activities based on insight and equipment experience .

Accountable to the Maintenance Delivery Manager for ensuring all maintenance tasks are clearly briefed, understood and are performed safely and on schedule to ensure safe operation of the facility .

Comply with legislative, regulatory and company procedures and standards e.g.

safety, quality, risk, security appropriate to the role .

Responsible for ensuring the delivery of work complies with all site requirements and plant and personnel are operating within the safety envelope .

Responsible for assisting in the production of any PMPs required within Compliance Engineering, this will include presenting at committee.

Supporting the Mech anical Team Leader in installation, modifications and commissioning of installed equipment, including identifying and assisting in delivery of plant and process improvements .

Responsible for producing appropriate Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) for any maintenance or breakdown tasks identified by the Team Leader .

Attend any forums as appropriate to keep abreast of best practice around other facilities, responsible for sharing and implementing any learning around their facility .

Essential Criteria for Mechanical Technical Support: Degree Qualified (Mechanical) or HND in an equivalent discipline.

Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of stated qualification.

Strong communications skills, ability to communicate key information with customers, suppliers and stakeholders .

Ability to demonstrate conservative decision making, even in pressure situations .

Demonstrable knowledge of operational & maintenance requirements .

Evidence of self-motivation with demonstrable levels of drive, energy and resilience .

Ability to interface on a technical level with Design and Capability teams .

Requirement to become appointed as Safety Supervisor .

Required to become PMP Manager .

Requirement to become appointed as Sub Contractor Supervisor .

Ability to obtain DV level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial, criminal record checks, interview plus 10 years of UK residency). xjlbheb

Desirable Criteria for Mechanical Technical Support: Hold IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent as a minimum qualification.

A thorough awareness of nuclear, conventional safety and security requirements applicable to their area of responsibility .

Ability to demonstrate supervisory experience for operations undertaken within a nuclear plant .

Good general safety case awareness with demonstrable knowledge of nuclear safety mechanisms (SM), safety related equipment (SRE) and Safety Features (SF) .

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