Shift Technician
| Posting date: | 27 November 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 December 2025 |
| Location: | Preston, Lancashire, PR4 0XJ |
| Company: | Rullion |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | CR/354363_1764244956 |
Summary
Job title: Shift Technician
Job Type: Contract
IR35 Status: Inside
Start date: Asap - Subject to being onboarded/security cleared
Duration: 12 Month Contract
Pay rate: £25-£28 per hour shift depending
Hours of work: 8 &12.5 hour shifts patterns
Location: Preston
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate, monitor, and maintain plant equipment in accordance with strict safety and regulatory standards.
- Perform routine inspections, troubleshooting, and corrective maintenance to ensure plant reliability.
- Accurately record operational data and report any anomalies promptly.
- Work collaboratively with engineers and other team members to support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Adhere to all nuclear safety, environmental, and quality assurance requirements.
Essential Requirements:
- Technical qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Process Engineering.
- Previous experience in a regulated or high-hazard industry (nuclear, chemical, power generation preferred).
- Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Ability to work shifts, including nights and weekends, as part of a rotating schedule.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Be able to wear full personal protective equipment, including respiration protection.
- Required to undertake a disclosure and barring service (DBS) check
- Required to become monitored workers under the ionising radiations regulations
Desirable:
- Knowledge of nuclear safety culture and regulatory frameworks.
- Experience with plant control systems and instrumentation.
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Company information:
This contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.
Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.
We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.