Mechanical Craftsperson

As a Mechanical Craftsperson you will support the successful implementation of essential maintenance services following the company's strategy. You will use mechanical skills in delivering the necessary planned compliance and routine maintenance, and emergency maintenance that supports the operations of the plant.

You will report to the Operational Team Leader and be located at Springfields Fuels Ltd.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure safe working practices are adhered to and any unsafe behaviours displayed within the team are challenged

• Attendance/active participation at daily tool box/safety talks

• Use seconds out for safety and human performance tools for every job

• Ensure all Permit To Work documents meet the required standard before signing on to them

• Ensure all craft work performed is following the required standards

• Ensure all accidents, near misses and safety improvements are reported the day they occur

• Take pride in the tidiness of your work area, workshops and storage locations

• Complete scheduled and breakdown, highlighting any delays, and inefficiencies to the maintenance supervisor

• Highlight any inaccuracies in maintenance instructions and risk assessments

• Ensure the status of plant and equipment is communicated effectively to the team coordinator and supervisor at the end of each day

• Report the use of plant spares to the team coordinator to allow re-ordering

• Active participation in the work management systems and processes

• Participation in Human Performance Event Investigations

• Attend the annual Safety Workshop, participation in safety improvement activities

Qualifications:

• Engineering qualification(s) ONC/L3 Maintenance Craftperson or equivalent experience

• Recognised, time served mechanical/fitter apprenticeship

• Working knowledge of safe systems of work

• Working knowledge of hazardous content and pressure systems

• Working knowledge of practical problem solving and continuous improvement

• Use computers and software packages for maintenance

• Ability to identify issues and decide on required actions

• Integrity to report human error promptly and escalate accordingly

• Strong written, numerical and oral communication skills

Why Westinghouse? 

We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals. 

Below is an example of what employees in the UK can expect:

• Attractive remuneration

• Great benefits for your convenience and safety:

  • Peer-to-peer recognition program. 

  • Pension plan

• Learning and development opportunities.

• We encourage our employees to participate in community service events and other team-building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.

You can learn more about Westinghouse by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com. 

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.