NSG Environmental Ltd has been delivering work programmes in the nuclear industry for over 40 years. Traditionally in the areas of decommissioning and waste management, NSG now has a broad customer base and provides a wide spectrum of services across the nuclear project lifecycle, ranging from expert consultancy support, R&D and engineering design to rekit and refurbishment, site installation services and high-hazard physical decommissioning works, amongst others. This work is delivered at NSG’s own offices and purpose-built facilities and nuclear sites across the UK. The delivery and management of these projects and programmes of work is carried out by a skilled workforce composed of both white-collar and blue-collar personnel in technical, administrative, and physical roles.
Our core values of Passion, Integrity, Challenge and Collaboration drive performance and ensure we add significant value. If joining us as a member of staff, we will support your professional development in an exciting and challenging work environment that will enable you to use, develop and hone your technical expertise in a supportive and collaborative working environment.
All applicants must be eligible DV Security Level Clearance. Please only apply if you have DV or you are eligible to obtain DV clearance and are happy to go through the process.
The Role
To competently perform plant operations, installations, handling, assembly, dismantling and other activities on equipment or within the site/workshop environment, and as instructed by Supervisor/Site Supervisor.
Key Objectives
Study & Training
- Review skill levels and update them as necessary to competently carry out the tasks required of a Technician. This will include:
- Basic Health & Safety [British Safety Council level 2 or IOSH managing safely]
- Lifting and Slinging qualification
- 5S Standards
Project Delivery and Operations Support
- Carry out tasks as required for specific projects including the assembly / installation / maintenance / operation and / or dismantling of
- general plant and equipment
- development / test rigs
- Complete and maintain as necessary all associated records and documentation
Internal Communication and Liaison
- Contribute to the development of business by internal referral and communication of appropriate information and intelligence
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Advanced apprenticeship / NVQ Level 4 or BTEC - Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in a relevant mechanical engineering discipline - Essential
- GCSE at 'C' grade or above in English, Mathematics, Science or technical subject - Desirable
- CSCS card for relevant trade - Desirable
- Level 2 Health & Safety in the Workplace or equivalent - Relevant training will be provided if required
Experience & Knowledge
- Manufacture and fitting of mechanical parts & assemblies - Essential
- Familiar with site / factory work environments - Essential
- Lifting & Slinging experience - Essential
- Work experience within engineering, science or construction environment - Desirable
- Used to dealing with confidential and commercial information - Desirable
- Familiar with QSHEW operating procedures and requirements etc. - Desirable
Skills & Abilities
- Able to organise and prioritise own work - Essential
- Able to read and write messages, interpret and carry out instructions - Essential
- Maintain simple records and documents in a readable format - Essential
- Use of hand tools for assembly - Essential
- Understands and can work to mechanical engineering drawings - Essential
- General Workshop equipment such as pedestal grinder, drill, bandsaw - Essential
- Welding – Gas & Electric ability - Desirable
- Pipe Fitting- Swagelok - Desirable
- Appointment of AWE Mechanical isolations NP(M) - Desirable
- Ability to communicate with a wide range of colleagues at all levels and with external stakeholders and contractors - Desirable
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 / 14001 & 45001 - Desirable
Package - Staff only
Overtime – 37.5-60hours per week – Time and half
Overtime – 60+ hours per week or Sundays – Double time
Life Assurance 3x Salary
Pension – Company contributes 5% Individual contributes 4%
Discretionary bonus
187.5 hours per year holiday allowance
Professional memberships covered
NSG Environmental are a Disability Confident Committed Employer
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26-012 Mechanical Technician employer: NSG Environmental Ltd
NSG Environmental Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety and compliance in the nuclear sector. Employees benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring personal and professional growth while contributing to meaningful projects that have a positive impact on the environment. Located across various UK sites, the company fosters a collaborative atmosphere where innovation and teamwork are highly valued.
