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We are looking for a Mechanical Fitter to join our Waste Operations team at NWS! As a Mechanical Fitter you will support Maintenance Delivery activities across the site. You will maintain and improve plant performance in line with production demands and regulatory/ statutory requirements. Salary for this role is GBP37,934.00 with the opportunity to earn up to GBP39,830.00. Additional salary progression is also available dependent on performance in role. Applications are invited from fully qualified individuals with a recognised Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship. Internal Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Craft Team Member Deliver Maintenance work activities as instructed by the Team Leader. Complete job cards in accordance with site standards to ensure that good quality maintenance history is recorded. Identifying and assist in delivery of plant and process improvements. Ensure all Maintenance tasks are covered by an appropriate safe system of work and worked to at all time. Check, fully understand and use MI #39;s (Maintenance Instructions) for all relevant maintenance activities highlighting any issues to the Team Leader. Ensure appropriate workplace standards are maintained and the correct tools and equipment is used in the right way. Actively participate in team briefs and LFE reviews taking personal action to resolve any issues or shortfalls in the workplace. Comply with area standards and expectations of behaviour and performance. Deliver personal targets as defined by the Maintenance Team Leader. Attend all planned training arranged To maintain competence and SQEP status in relation to requirements for air fed suit working To maintain competence and SQEP status in relation to requirements for confined space working To have a working knowledge of plant and process isolations suite of documents. To be appointed as Nominated person (mechanical) to carry out nominated person duties in accordance with relevant procedures. To be able to read understand follow drawings to carry out identification and isolations of plant equipment (including Red Lined drawings). To carry out fault finding and proof testing on mechanical equipment Nominated Roles: Nominated Person (mechanical) Classified Person Monitored Worker Knowledge, Skills and Experience Essential Must have served and successfully completed a relevant, recognised Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship. Must have the ability to work in the active area using PVC, Respirator and be able to work in confined spaces. Must provide evidence of being able to work effectively and flexibly as part of a team. Self-motivated with a professional attitude, who must have commitment to achieving company values. Demonstrable ability to communicate key information with customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders. Must have a good knowledge and understanding of working with extract fans, compressors, pumps, valves, gearboxes and hydraulic systems Desirable Currently hold or be able to work towards nominated persons PPE I. Experience of carrying out pipe fitting when required. Be able to carry out simple welding tasks To hold PCN level 1 or 2 in Visual and Dye Penetrant NDT certification. For those on RWM terms, this role is a 8-6. Who are we? Simply put, our job is to secure a safer future for us all. We do this by managing and disposing of the UK #39;s nuclear radioactive waste safely and securely for generations to come. We have a critical role in the biggest multi-decade clean-up project in Europe. As part of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) group, we provide permanent answers for nuclear waste. Nuclear Waste Services builds on the work delivered at the Low-Level Waste Repository (LLWR) site and the Geological Disposal Facility (GDF) programme, maintaining these key activities whilst also adding further essential services for customers in the nuclear energy, defence, industrial, medical, and research sectors. Maintaining and developing this knowledge and experience is key to securing and developing our unique nuclear waste capabilities for the UK and the rest of the world If you join Nuclear Waste Services, you #39;ll be part of a team that brings together some of the most brilliant minds from around the UK, working across many specialisms - scientific, engineering, safety, operations, commercial, community engagement, and regulatory - to name a few. We want Nuclear Waste Services to be a great place #x200B; to work where people are respected, included and can perform at their best. We do this by living our Nuclear Waste Services values; #x200B; #x200B; #x200B; #x200B; #x200B; #x200B; #x200B; We are action orientated #x200B; #x200B; #x200B; #x200B; #x200B; #x200B; #x200B;- We deliver for our customers, partners, and people safely securely. We are collaborative and inclusive - We have greater success when we work together. We are ambitious - We are problem solvers who embrace and act upon new challenges. #x200B; #x200B; #x200B; #x200B; #x200B; We act with integrity - We are trusted to build a safe, secure and sustainable future What #39;s in it for you? On appointment to NWS you will receive 25.5 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and you can accrue up to 13 extra days leave Rewarding performance (annual bonus scheme) We offer a generous pension scheme through CNNP learning and development support payment of relevant annual professional subscriptions Employee Assistance Programme Financial advice assistance Flexible working Extended family-friendly policies Cycle to work scheme We welcome flexible and agile working practices Flexible working requests can be submitted from day 1 of employment Equal Opportunities We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, included and able to perform at their best. At Nuclear Waste Service we are committed to creating a workplace that is diverse and inclusive. We value the diversity of our people and actively seek to have a workforce that represents the rich diversity of the communities we support. Currently we are underrepresented in some areas, and would particularly welcome applicants from Women, Black, Asian and Ethnic Minorities, LGBTQ+ and candidates who have a disability. In promoting equal opportunities, Nuclear Waste Service welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We select people according to their abilities and our needs. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all of the essential criteria for the vacancy. Please note: Nuclear Waste Services reserves the right to close the vacancy early. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this role, please email
