Mechanical Fitter

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.