Mechanical Technician - Nuclear

Mechanical Technician – Nuclear Outage Project

UAE

Contract Assignment | Nuclear Outage Project | 2026

We are currently seeking experienced Mechanical Technicians to support a major nuclear outage project in the UAE.

This is an excellent opportunity for skilled mechanical professionals with proven nuclear outage experience to join a critical maintenance team within a world-class nuclear power generation environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance, inspection, testing, repair, and troubleshooting activities during outage operations.
• Maintain and repair pumps, valves, rotating equipment, and associated plant systems.
• Execute work scopes in accordance with approved procedures and quality requirements.
• Support outage planning and execution activities as required.
• Identify and report equipment defects and maintenance issues.
• Complete maintenance documentation accurately and efficiently.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, engineers, and other technical personnel.

Essential Requirements

• Previous outage experience within an operational Nuclear Power Plant environment.
• Strong mechanical maintenance experience.
• Experience working on nuclear primary-side systems and equipment.
• Knowledge and experience of:
  • Feedwater (FW) Systems
  • Cooling Water (CW) Systems
  • Reactor Coolant Systems (RCS)
  • Air Operated Valves (AOV)
  • Motor Operated Valves (MOV)
• Strong technical competency within mechanical maintenance activities.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong understanding of nuclear safety and quality standards.

Working Conditions

• 8 hours per day, 6 days per week.
• Pre-outage working schedule of approximately 40–48 hours per week.
• Outage periods may require increased working hours, with overtime available where applicable.
• Accommodation, meals, and transportation provided on site.
• Shared accommodation provided.

Contract Details

• Assignment duration of approximately 2 months.
• Potential for extension based on project requirements.
• Mobilisation anticipated from September 2026.

Apply now to be considered for this exciting international nuclear outage opportunity.