Testing Technician – Nuclear Outage Project
UAE
Contract Assignment | Nuclear Outage Project | 2026
We are currently seeking experienced Testing Technicians to support a major nuclear outage project in the UAE.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly skilled outage team responsible for the testing, inspection, verification, and commissioning support of safety-critical plant systems within a world-class nuclear power generation environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform testing, inspection, and verification activities on mechanical plant systems and equipment during planned outages.
* Execute functional testing in accordance with approved procedures, work instructions, and quality requirements.
* Support post-maintenance testing to verify equipment performance prior to returning systems to service.
* Assist with commissioning and recommissioning activities following maintenance and inspection work.
* Record, review, and accurately document test results and inspection findings.
* Identify, report, and support the resolution of equipment defects, test failures, and non-conformances.
* Work closely with Mechanical, Operations, Electrical, I&C, QA/QC, and Engineering teams to complete testing activities.
* Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with outage schedules.
* Maintain compliance with nuclear safety standards, site procedures, and regulatory requirements.
* Follow Permit to Work, Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO), radiation protection, and Foreign Material Exclusion (FME) requirements at all times.
Essential Requirements
* Previous outage experience within an operational Nuclear Power Plant environment.
* Proven experience as a Testing Technician, Mechanical Technician, or Commissioning Technician within the nuclear industry.
* Experience supporting testing and verification of mechanical plant systems following maintenance activities.
* Knowledge of Reactor Coolant System (RCS), Feedwater (FW), Cooling Water (CW), and associated plant systems.
* Experience testing Air Operated Valves (AOV), Motor Operated Valves (MOV), pumps, rotating equipment, and mechanical systems.
* Strong understanding of mechanical maintenance principles, inspection techniques, and functional testing procedures.
* Ability to interpret technical drawings, procedures, and test documentation.
* Experience completing quality records, test reports, and outage documentation.
* Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Strong commitment to nuclear safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.
Working Conditions
* 8 hours per day, 6 days per week.
* Pre-outage working schedule of approximately 40–48 hours per week, depending on project requirements.
* Increased working hours may be required during outage periods, with overtime available where applicable.
* Accommodation, meals, transportation, and single occupancy accommodation provided.
Contract Details
* Assignment duration of approximately 2–3 months.
* Potential for extension based on project requirements and performance.
* Mobilisation anticipated from August 2026