Greg Storey

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting a Mechanical Package Manager to join the Lead Contractor on the new build Plastic Recycling Facility based in Runcorn for 6 months (Outside IR35)

The Mechanical Package Manager position comes with a day rate from £400.00 to £475.00 per day. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

• Oversee all mechanical work packages (e.g. shredders, conveyors, extruders, piping, and rotating equipment) from design through to commissioning and handover.

• Collaborate with civil, electrical, process, and automation teams to ensure integrated design and installation across disciplines.

• Review and approve mechanical design documents, drawings, and specifications; ensure compliance with project standards and UK regulations.

• Attend site regularly during installation and commissioning phases to monitor progress, quality, and resolve technical issues.

• Track progress of packages against key project milestones; proactively address delays and risk to ensure delivery on schedule.

• Ensure all mechanical works are planned and executed in line with Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations and company standards.

• Monitor mechanical package budgets, manage variations and change control, and support the project QS team with cost forecasting.

• Provide regular updates to the project manager and client, maintain accurate documentation and ensure traceability.
• Experience working in the Waste to Energy Industry is an essential requirement

• Coordinate mechanical commissioning activities, support functional testing, and assist in troubleshooting and resolving punch list items.

   

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Mechanical Package Manager position:

• Runcorn, UK
• £400.00 to £475.00 per day
• Immediate start date
• 6 months

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