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Mechanical Operations Assistant Oxfordshire | Full-Time Onsite Up to £35 per hour (Umbrella) Contract until August 2027 Ceto Talent is recruiting for a Mechanical Operations Assistant to join a busy engineering team supporting maintenance, assembly and operational activities within a highly technical environment. This is a practical, hands-on role working alongside Mechanical Technicians and Fitters, supporting the upkeep, improvement and installation of specialist equipment. About You * Experience within a mechanical, electrical, industrial or engineering environment. * Awareness of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices. * Experience working to Method Statements or Safe Systems of Work. * Comfortable carrying out hands-on engineering and maintenance support activities. * Good written and verbal communication skills. * Competent IT skills. * Able to work independently and as part of a team. Key Responsibilities * Supporting Mechanical Technicians and Fitters with maintenance and modification activities. * Assisting with assembly, installation and engineering support tasks. * Moving, storing and managing materials and equipment safely. * Maintaining clean, organised and safe work areas. * Carrying out routine checks on tools and equipment. * Supporting testing, maintenance and documentation activities. * Liaising with other teams to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently. * Following site safety procedures and reporting hazards. Desirable * Experience within engineering workshops, industrial facilities or construction environments. * Exposure to maintenance, assembly or mechanical fitting activities. * Experience handling engineering materials, tools and equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a practical engineering background looking to join a long-term project and develop their experience within a specialist technical environment. Please note: Full-time onsite working is required. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK