Mechanical Commissioning Technician

TieTalent; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical Commissioning Technician for a critical infrastructure project in Cumbria. Successful candidates will ensure the safety and efficiency of mechanical systems, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and apply their expertise in a challenging environment. Essential qualifications include project commissioning experience and an ONC or equivalent in a mechanical discipline. This role has a contract duration of 4 months with a potential extension.

Qualifications

• Time-served or equivalent qualification in a mechanical discipline.
• Proven experience in project commissioning within mechanical systems.
• Ability to meet client security requirements.
• IOSH Working Safely (or equivalent).
• Relevant trade card.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to meet client security requirements (BPSS, P4 pass).

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety as the highest priority following safety procedures.
• Carry out mechanical commissioning and testing activities.
• Record commissioning data in line with project requirements.
• Assist in implementing and tracking First-Off Builds (FOBs) and Technical Queries (TQs).
• Perform testing activities for third-party witnessing.
• Apply and remove Temporary Commissioning Aids as required.
• Record commissioning data in line with project requirements.
• Use completions management systems to track commissioning progress and handovers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and contribute to design reviews.

Skills

Project commissioning experience

Mechanical discipline qualification

IOSH Working Safely

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Stakeholder coordination

Education

ONC or equivalent

Time-served mechanical

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Commissioning Technician role at TieTalent. Location: Cumbria. Contract: 4 months (likely extension thereafter). Rate: Negotiable (DOE). Sector: Nuclear Decommissioning & Clean Energy.

A nationally significant environmental engineering programme is seeking a Mechanical Commissioning Technician to join the team delivering one of the UK's most complex and important infrastructure projects. This long-term decommissioning initiative will ensure the safe processing and storage of legacy materials, supporting environmental protection for decades to come.

Working closely with the Commissioning Engineer, you will play a hands-on role in preparing, testing, and bringing mechanical systems into operation. This includes process systems, vessels, pumps, and associated plant equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain safety as the highest priority, following nuclear, radiological, conventional, and environmental safety procedures.


• Carry out mechanical commissioning and testing activities across all project stages.


• Support the preparation of commissioning test documentation.


• Assist in implementing and tracking First-Off Builds (FOBs) and Technical Queries (TQs).


• Perform testing activities for third-party witnessing.


• Apply and remove Temporary Commissioning Aids as required.


• Record commissioning data in line with project requirements.


• Use completions management systems to track commissioning progress and handovers.


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and contribute to design reviews.

Skills & Experience Required

• Time-served or equivalent qualification in a mechanical discipline (e.g., piping, process equipment, or similar).


• ONC or equivalent (or working towards qualification).


• Proven experience in project commissioning within mechanical systems.


• IOSH Working Safely (or equivalent).


• Relevant trade card.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.


• Ability to meet client security requirements (BPSS, P4 pass).

This role offers the chance to be part of a landmark UK infrastructure programme, applying your mechanical expertise in a challenging and rewarding environment.

If you are interested and keen to find out more, please apply now with your updated CV and reach out to Tom Johnson at Certain Advantage.