Instrument Craftperson

CompanyWestinghouse Electric Company

LocationSalwick, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/16/2026

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Occupation Type

Other skilled trades not elsewhere classified.

Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled

Sponsorship EligibilityIneligible for Sponsorship

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Description

Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow. At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.

As an Instrument Craftperson deploy instrument craft skills in the delivery of essential scheduled compliance and routine maintenance, along with breakdown maintenance, in support of plant operations.

You will report to the Maintenance Supervisor and be located at Springfields Fuel Site.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure safe working practices are followed and any unsafe behaviours displayed within the team are challenged
Attendance/active participation at daily tool box/safety talks
Deploy seconds out for safety and human performance tools for every job
Ensure all Permit To Work documents meet the required standard before signing on to them
Ensure all craft work performed is following the required standards
Ensure all accidents, near misses and safety improvements are reported the day they occur

Take pride in the tidiness of your work area, workshops and storage locations

Complete scheduled and breakdown tasks while promptly reporting any delays or inefficiencies to the maintenance supervisor.

Highlight any inaccuracies in maintenance instructions and risk assessments

Ensure the status of plant and equipment is communicated to the team coordinator and supervisor at the end of each day

Report the use of plant spares to the team coordinator to allow re-ordering

Active participation in the work management systems and processes

Participation in Human Performance Event Investigations

Attend the annual Safety Workshop, participation in safety improvement activities

Qualifications

Engineering qualification(s) ONC/L3 Maintenance Craftperson or equivalent experience·
Recognised craft engineering apprenticeship for Electrical / E&I craft status
Knowledge of good maintenance systems and methods in the respective core trade·
Working knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC systems (preferably), software and hardware·
Working knowledge of SIL rated equipment, maintenance and testing·

Working knowledge of safe systems of work

An understanding of Electrical Systems, associated hazards and basic safety requirements·

Hands on experience with computers and software packages for maintenance

Demonstrated skill in identifying issues and determining appropriate corrective actions.

Integrity to report human error promptly and escalate·

Why Westinghouse?

We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals.

Below is an example of what employees in the UK can expect:

Attractive remuneration
Great benefits for your convenience and safety:

Peer-to-peer recognition program.
Life insurance
Pension plan
Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members

Learning and development opportunities.

We encourage our employees to participate in community service events and other team-building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.

You can learn more about Westinghouse by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com .

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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