Mechanical Appointed Person

• Location: Reading, Berkshire
• Contract: 12 Months (Approx.)
• Working Pattern: Night Shifts 5x Days Per Week
• Rate: Up to £690 per night Outside IR35

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Appointed Person to join a major defence nuclear project. The successful candidate will work with supply chain partners to commission bespoke equipment and plant to strict nuclear safety standards on one of the UK's most complex infrastructure projects.

Main Duties

• Take responsibility for mechanical safety within the defined project boundary.
• Coordinate mechanical activities with the Work Authorisation & Permit Office (WAPO) and M&E Permit Office (PO).
• Plan and oversee mechanical lifting operations, ensuring compliance with LOLER and PUWER regulations.
• Produce and approve lifting plans, method statements and risk assessments.
• Ensure equipment within the appointed area is safe, inspected and properly maintained.
• Supervise mechanical teams and subcontractors to ensure safe and compliant working practices. Liaise with the Authorising Engineer Mechanical (AE(M)) regarding live working requests and safety controls.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting related to mechanical operations and safety compliance.

Essential Requirements

• Level 3 qualification in a mechanical discipline
• Appointed Person training
• SSSTS or SMSTS
• First Aid certification
• Strong knowledge of LOLER, PUWER and mechanical safety regulations
• Previous experience in high-risk environments such as nuclear, defence or heavy engineering

Please note that this role will require UK Security Clearance. If you are qualified and interested, please apply or email chloe.mogridge@carringtonwest.com