Mechanical Fitter

Contracts Consultancy Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

CCL Global in Oxfordshire is seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters to support a major UK nuclear programme. You will provide hands-on mechanical assembly, maintenance and modification across complex equipment, reading engineering drawings and following approved processes onsite.

This fully onsite contract (until June 2027, inside IR35) requires an apprenticeship or equivalent, practical fitting and the ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team, with_BPSS_ security clearance

Qualifications

• Recognised engineering apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Experience in mechanical fitting, assembly or maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Understanding of QA procedures and documentation.
• Experience with Safe Systems of Work or Method Statements.
• Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and modify mechanical components and equipment.
• Assemble components per drawings and documentation.
• High-accuracy hands-on mechanical assembly.
• Read and interpret engineering/assembly drawings.
• Follow safe systems of work and approved processes.
• Work independently while collaborating with technicians.
• Document installation, maintenance and testing activities.
• Uphold quality and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Reading drawings

Quality assurance

Safe Systems of Work

Teamwork

Communication

MS Office

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

Job 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