Mechanical Commissioning Tech - 6-Month Contract

Progressive; Reading; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem £100/day umbrella

Job summary

Cavendish Nuclear is recruiting Mechanical Commissioning Technicians for a major defence and nuclear programme at AWE Burghfield. You will execute commissioning activities on critical mechanical systems, ensuring testing, verification, and handover meet project specs and strict safety standards.

Working in a multidisciplinary team, you will support a regulated commissioning programme, with day shifts transitioning to nights.

Qualifications

• Eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC).
• CSCS or ECS card required prior to commencement.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, and mechanical schematics.
• Experience in mechanical commissioning, maintenance, installation, or testing in regulated industries.

Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning activities per approved procedures and schedules.
• Carry out inspections, testing, and functional verification of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Support commissioning walkdowns, system turnovers, and handover activities.
• Accurately complete commissioning records, test documentation, and QA paperwork.
• Maintain adherence to safety, permit-to-work, and nuclear quality standards.

Job description

Cavendish Nuclear is recruiting Mechanical Commissioning Technicians for a major defence and nuclear programme at AWE Burghfield. You will execute commissioning activities on critical mechanical systems, ensuring testing, verification, and handover meet project specs and strict safety standards.

Working in a multidisciplinary team, you will support a regulated commissioning programme, with day shifts transitioning to nights.