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Mechanical Lead

  • Location: Heysham, LA3 2XF
  • Salary: Negotiable
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 28 days ago

  • Sector: Work at NRL
  • Contact: Nick Mitchell
  • Contact Email: nick.mitchell@nrl.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: +44 1524 865 555
  • Start Date: 30 September 2024
  • Expiry Date: 18 September 2024
  • Job Ref: V-174992

The NRL Group are currently looking for an experienced Mechanical Lead to oversee the delivery of a significant work package on a major power generation construction project in the South West.


What will the role consist of?

  • Execution of the designated works as per mechanical strategy

  • Creation of a detailed plan and sub schedule to ensure all works within the discipline are completed in accordance with the overall schedule;

  • Preparation and pre checks to ensure all materials are available and all required tools and equipment are available; 

  • Liaise with Engineering on all documentation required for site mechanical discipline work; 

  • Ensuring the highest quality of workmanship and adherence to the Site Quality Assurance Programme by the subcontractors and/or Self Performance of the discipline work; 

  • The management of the subcontractors and/or Self Performance appointed to install the works within the discipline to ensure that the works are completed on time and within budget;

  • Actively manage all subordinate personnel, subcontractors and/or Self Performance Mechanical resources to optimise the execution of the scope of the discipline works;

  • Thorough investigation and taking remedial action within the scope of the discipline works of all variances, deviations, non-conformances, extra works, claims, non-budgeted costs, etc., and coordination with the Site Contracts Manager and other site management to eliminate or minimise the cost impact to the project; 

  • Maintaining all records of progress within the scope of the discipline works;

  • Maintaining all quality records within the scope of the discipline works;

  • Managing and maintaining the creation of as-built documentation within the scope of the discipline works;

  • Coordination for access to all areas within the scope of the discipline works; 

  • Communicating directly with construction management and engineering to resolve and/or clarify any technical issues;

  • Coordinating with the Construction Manager and other disciplines on all issues affecting the scope of the discipline works and interfaces with other works;  

  • Assist with and provide input to the Construction Monitoring System (CMS);  

  • Action to ensure all punch list open items are cleared;  

  • Implementation within the discipline scope of works of site specific EHS plan and for providing subordinates with information about hazards, risks and elimination measures applicable to the site; 

  • Ensuring within the scope of the discipline works that subcontractors and/or Self Performance are in compliance with the EHS requirements at the site;

  • Implementation of the necessary EHS procedures within the scope of the discipline works to include review of method statements, risk analysis, safety walks, toolbox talks, etc.  

  • Closely monitor all activities which could have deleterious effects on the environment;

  • Action to ensure all subcontractors and/or Self Performance Mechanical resources maintain all work areas in safe and clean condition and all installed materials are adequately preserved and protected;

  • Control and approve timesheets of subordinate personnel and all Self Performance Mechanical resources;

  • Maintain a comprehensive and detailed logbook of all relevant events;

  • Preparation and submittal of detailed construction reports to site management;

  • Conducting assessments and reviews of subordinate personnel


Who are the NRL Group?

The NRL Group is proud to be certified™ as a Great Place To Work®, with a 97% satisfaction score from our colleagues. For over 40 years we’ve provided engineering recruitment, workforce solutions and contracting services, thanks to the talented people working across our businesses. Our focus on continuous improvement and innovation have earned us coveted industry awards, including the SIA’s Top 20 Largest Global Engineering Staffing Firms.

Looking after our colleagues is important to us, which is why we’re a Living Wage Employer, have a network of Mental Health First Aiders. We’re family-owned, with a strong moral compass guiding everything we do, creating a transparent workplace where everyone is valued equally and work together to strategically grow our business. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we welcome conversations about how we can personally support every colleague.


What we’re looking for:

  • Prior experience managing major construction projects/ mechanical scope of works in the power generation or other similar industry

  • Degree qualified or equivalent experience in mechanical or construction engineering

  • Excellent communication skills

  • IT skills including good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications


A wealth of benefits

Just some of the benefits you will be able to access when you join the NRL Group include:

  • 25 days holiday

  • Competitive pension scheme

  • Health Cash Plan medical expense allowance

  • Personal finance coach, health checks and tailored finance advice

  • Hybrid working environment (working from home and office)

  • Working hours flexibility

  • Long service awards

  • Benefits platform including wellbeing, cycle to work scheme, paid charity days and life assurance