Plant Mechanic - Sizewell; FTC)

Plant Mechanic - Sizewell (2 Year FTC) Job Location City:
Leiston Country/Region:
United Kingdom Contract Type:
Fixed Term Contract Pole: TRAVAUX PUBLICS (AP003) Full/Part Time:
Full Time Remote/Onsite:
On-site/Office based Travel Requirements:
Occasional travel Requisition

As part of Bouygues Construction's Public Works division, VSL International participates in the construction of major technical structures and guarantees their structural safety and durability: transport infrastructure (bridges, tunnels), industrial and energy production structures, and commercial buildings.

• Structural systems and technologies
• Civil engineering
• Foundations and soil engineering
• Preservation, structural repairs, renovation and optimization of structures.

VSL has 4,000 employees at 25 locations worldwide (Asia and Oceania, Middle East, Europe, Latin America, Canada).

Sizewell C (SZC) is at the heart of the UK’s clean energy revolution. This ground-breaking nuclear power plant project in Suffolk will play a vital role in delivering a sustainable future. Backed by EDF and the UK Government, Sizewell C is a once-in-a-generation project with significant opportunities to innovate, grow, and deliver excellence.

We are responsible for a range of specialist civil and construction works as part of the Geotechnical Subcontract Alliance (GSA), supporting the delivery of major infrastructure and civil engineering works for the project.

We are seeking an experienced Plant Mechanic to join our Plant Department. This role can be based either within the main workshop or on active construction sites and is responsible for the assembly, inspection, maintenance, servicing, and repair of heavy construction plant and machinery.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, availability, and safe operation of heavy plant used across civil engineering and construction activities.

Previous geotechnical or ground engineering experience is not required. Experience working with heavy plant and machinery within civil engineering or construction environments is the primary requirement.

• Conduct daily inspections of heavy plant and equipment, identifying faults, defects, abnormal wear, leakages, unusual noises, or other issues requiring corrective action.
• Perform mechanical inspections in accordance with plant maintenance schedules, checklists, and company procedures.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and servicing activities on heavy construction plant and associated equipment.
• Dismantle, repair, replace, and reassemble defective mechanical components and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records and logs of inspections, maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment performance.

• Participate in the mechanical assembly, commissioning, mobilisation, and dismantling of cranes, excavators, drilling rigs, and other heavy construction plant.
• Support the installation and setup of construction equipment for site operations.
• Assist with the assembly, testing, maintenance, and dismantling of auxiliary equipment including pumps, batching plants, and associated systems.
• Ensure all mechanical works are completed safely and in accordance with company procedures and manufacturer requirements.

• Perform mechanical servicing and repairs on cranes, excavators, drilling rigs, pumps, and other heavy construction equipment.
• Carry out preventative maintenance on smaller plant, tools, pumps, and ancillary equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and identify appropriate repair solutions to minimise equipment downtime.
• Carry out repairs and component replacements using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, maintenance documentation, equipment drawings, and manufacturers' instructions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on plant reliability, maintenance standards, and operational efficiency.

• Support the safe operation and maintenance of heavy construction plant in both workshop and site environments.
• Adhere to all health,…