Mechanical Technician/machinist - Didcot, United Kingdom - Science and Technology Facilities Council

Science and Technology Facilities Council

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Didcot, United Kingdom

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**Science and Technology Facilities Council

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

Contract Type:
Open Ended (permanent)

Location:
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.

STFC's Manufacturing Facility provides advanced technology and engineering in support of STFC's funded activities and other high-profile international projects. We offer expertise in conceptual design and simulation, from prototyping and manufacture, tobuild, testing, installation, and commissioning.

At the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) you will be part of a community of experts who are driving science and technology forward.

Our incredible diversity of research, technology and engineering projects truly fire the imagination and leadto real-world solutions which shape societies and transform lives.

We give you the flexibility, freedom, and the world-class facilities to focus on what you do best and playing your part in achievements that will give you lifelong pride.

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.

About you

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 problemsolving.
Strong sense of conduct, responsibility, and reliability.

Desirable: