Mechanical Technician/machinist

7 days ago

Didcot, United Kingdom Science and Technology Facilities Council Full time

Science and Technology Facilities Council

Mechanical Technician/Machinist

**Salary**: £27,938 - £34,709 per annum (plus annual role-based allowance of £2,000 (dependent on qualifications and or experience)

Benefits: 30 days holiday + 8 bank holidays + 2.5 privilege days + exceptional defined average salary pension + excellent work life balance

Contract Type: Open Ended

Location: Science and Technology Facilities Council, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire.

Hours: Full Time (We understand the importance of work-life balance, and are happy to discuss the possibility of flexible working with applicants)

About us

Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) is one of Europe's largest research organisations and part of UKRI (United Kingdom Research & Innovation). Through combining world-class facilities with some of the world's most talented staff, we're drivingground-breaking advances in science and engineering.

**About the Role**

As a trusted member of the manufacturing facilities you will be working with design teams and project leaders to fulfil their design manufacturing requirements

You will have varied workload where you will work both effectively and safely as part of a team, and on your own with mínimal directional supervision.

One of the main focus of the role will be producing precision components to meet mechanical designs drawing specifications.

There will be daily use of conventional and CNC machines with a requirement to use hand inspection tools.

You will also be able to problem solve associated manufacturing issues and collaborate closely with colleagues at all levels, advising on best practise & recommending ways of overcoming manufacturing obstacles.

Finally, there is a requirement for you to support the training of apprentices and less experienced staff.

**Essential**:

- Certified relevant Apprenticeship or significant work experience.
- Understanding of Health and Safety regulations in the workplace.
- Proven track record in producing machined components to drawing or CAD Model.
- Good Interpersonal skills, particularly communication, listening, and problem-solving.
- Strong sense of conduct, responsibility, and reliability.

Employee Benefits
- 30 days holiday (in addition to 10.5 bank holidays and privilege days).
- Flexible working hours.
- An excellent defined average salary pension scheme.
- Employee shopping/travel discounts.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We ask some of the biggest questions in the universe, to answer some of the biggest challenges in the world. Together, our scientists, technologists, engineers and businesssupport team explore the unknown across every field you could think of. And they turnwhat they find into work that changes the world around us.

What could you achieve with the world-leading facilities and experts of one of Europe's largest research organisations by your side? Join us and discover what's possible.

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