Mechanical Supervisor – Wilton
Altrad are currently looking for an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to join the team for a Maintenance Event, overseeing the Intercooler Lens Ring replacement scope.
This is a technically demanding role requiring previous experience supervising mechanical maintenance activities on pressure systems, with particular emphasis on lens ring joint assembly, inspection and controlled bolting activities.
Key Deliverables:
- Supervise and coordinate Mechanical Fitting activities to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with project requirements.
- Lead the execution of the Intercooler Lens Ring replacement scope, ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with engineering specifications, approved procedures and client standards.
- Supervise the safe dismantling, inspection, refurbishment and reassembly of intercooler flange connections incorporating lens ring joints.
- Ensure correct inspection, handling, installation and protection of lens rings, sealing faces and associated pressure-retaining components.
- Verify correct bolt-up sequences, tightening methods and controlled bolting techniques are applied throughout the scope.
- Ensure flange faces, sealing surfaces and associated components are inspected and accepted before assembly.
- Coordinate interface activities between Mechanical Fitters, Rigging teams, Inspection personnel and Client Representatives.
- Allocate work scopes and monitor performance and productivity of personnel under your control.
- Plan, organise and execute work activities within the assigned scope to achieve safety, quality and productivity objectives.
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with permits to work, risk assessments, method statements and company procedures.
- Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings, Safety Connect sessions and site-specific safety communications.
- Promote hazard awareness and reinforce Focus2Zero principles, including the use of error prevention tools and identification of error traps.
- Monitor compliance with Critical Task procedures and ensure they are correctly implemented and administered.
- Support Resident Engineers, Section Engineers and other Supervisors in delivering operational requirements.
- Ensure traceability of materials, consumables and plant equipment used within the work scope.
- Coordinate the estimation, ordering and deployment of mechanical consumables, tools and equipment.
- Monitor progress and provide accurate performance and productivity reporting as required by the contract.
- Ensure quality standards are achieved by implementing quality procedures and resolving workmanship issues in conjunction with Quality Engineers.
- Complete all required contract administration and reporting activities accurately and on time.
- Conduct post-job assessments and performance reviews in line with project requirements.
- Support the sharing of lessons learned and best practices through company improvement processes.
- Coach, mentor and develop Mechanical Fitters, Chargehands and other team members.
- Manage first-line disciplinary, grievance and performance management matters in accordance with company procedures.
- Maintain effective communication with site management, engineers, customers, subcontractors and regulatory representatives.
Key Requirements / Qualifications:
- General secondary education or equivalent.
- Completed a recognised Mechanical Fitting Apprenticeship or equivalent vocational qualification.
- NVQ Level 3, ACE Card or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Fitting.
- Valid CCNSG Safety Passport.
- IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification.
- ECITB Supervisory Management Training Development (SMTD) Modules as required.
- NVQ/SVQ/QCF Level 3 or above in Supervisory Management is desirable.
- Minimum three years' experience at Advanced Mechanical Fitter level.
- Minimum one year's experience in a Chargehand or supervisory role.
- Significant experience supervising mechanical maintenance activities within industrial environments.
- Previous experience supervising lens ring joint installation, pressure boundary reassembly or controlled bolting activities is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of pressure-retaining flange assemblies, lens ring sealing systems, flange face inspection and mechanical joint integrity.
- Experience supervising work within the oil & gas, petrochemical, thermal power generation, manufacturing, pharmaceutical or nuclear sectors.
- Sound understanding of Human Performance principles and behavioural safety programmes.
- Strong knowledge of permit to work systems, risk assessment processes and safe systems of work.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, mechanical assembly procedures and work instructions.
- Completion of Human Performance and project-specific training requirements where applicable.
Key Competencies:
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, supervise and develop teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all levels.
- Strong commitment to safety leadership and promoting a positive safety culture.
- Ability to manage workloads, priorities and resources effectively.
- Adaptable and responsive to changing project requirements and operational demands.
- Strong understanding of mechanical joint integrity and quality assurance requirements.
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrates accountability, professionalism and attention to detail.
- Strong focus on quality, productivity and contract performance.
- Ability to coach and mentor team members to support ongoing development and competence.
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- Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation at the forefront of the nuclear industry.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.
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