Mechanical Engineer - Tunnels & Power

  • Construction Jobs
  • New Cross, Greater London
  • Sep 28, 2020
Permanent Construction

Job Description

My client is a World Leading Construction Company. They have just commenced work on a £400m project in South London and are recruiting for Mechanical Engineers with experience of working on Power and Tunnelling Projects. Mechanical Engineer Main purpose of role: Support planning, procurement, on site assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance of mechanical systems to ensure the tunneling works and temporary works on the project are safe and fit for purpose Key Responsibilities and Duties: Plan, design, procure, install, maintain and supervise mechanical systems on the project including TBM’s, rolling stock, ventilation, conveyor and gantry systems Provide comprehensive, accurate and complete Mechanical design that meet the industry standards Identify interface between individual systems, understand relationship between systems and highlight potential clash and ensure overall system is developed to meet expectations Participate in daily on-site inspections Ensure mechanical activities are undertaken in line with company Quality standards and procedures Prepare Risk Assessments and Method Statements in a timely manner to undertake mechanical works Carrying out defect/breakdown analysis, ensure corrective tasks are completed in a timely manner and prepare lessons learnt reports to promote continuous improvements Provide assistance to site engineers in matters regarding the Mechanical systems Develop programmes and ensure that the Mechanical works are completed to programme taking consideration for other works that may impact/be impacted by the works Liaise with Project Team to review and discuss designs and developments Liaise with Procurement team and ensure that required spare parts and consumables are ordered and available Support mechanical teams Prepare required reports on defects, issues, breakdowns, damages etc Ensure all permits required are in place Ensure staff is using the correct PPE, tools and machinery before starting a task Manage the Team, Materials and quality of work Ensure tunnelling works are carried out to agreed budgets and timeline Assist with preparation of cost estimates for project design and construction Work in conjunction with engineers to solve project design problems Forecasting of labour, materials, design, equipment to ensure smooth workflow during the tunnelling works Implement maintenance schedules for all equipment and ensure that maintenance is carried out and records are maintained Ensure that adequate spare parts are in place to avoid unnecessary non-productive time during the tunnelling works Liaise with suppliers for spare parts Maintain responsibility for the storage, filing and archiving of documents relevant to your mechanical tasks Provide advice and guidance on design and operational issues Report to Mechanical Engineering Manager Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Relevant Degree Qualification in Mechanical Engineering Experience working in the mechanical engineering and tunnelling field Exceptional technical and problem-solving skills and reasoning ability Ability to build and maintain lasting and positive relationships Data acquisition and interrogation skills General (All Employees) Carry out all work in accordance with health and safety and any other legal requirements Manage the performance of all employees assigned to you in accordance with legal requirements and procedures as required) Attend and engage fully in any learning and development activities that are deemed appropriate by the JV Assist with recruiting new team members in your Team as required by the JV Participate and engage fully in appraisal/performance review processes run by the company and constantly work to improve your individual, your team and the wider group’s performance Create and maintain positive and collaborative relationships with colleagues, clients and sub-contractors Drive efficiency on the project and always work towards ensuring KPIs are delivered as per client expectations Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures as required) Take on additional projects and undertake reasonable duties as required by the JV