62 jobs found in Burnham-on-Sea

The Automotive maintenance division of Questech currently have an exciting new position, located in Bristol as an MOT Tester. THE ROLE: To conduct MOT inspections, issue MOT documentation, ensure security of MOT certification process and implement the MOT scheme in compliance with Vehicle & Operator Services Agency (VOSA) or (DVSA) and company requirements. THE DUTIES: * Perform the test to the standards laid down by DVSA/VOSA per their instructions contained in the current Tester's Manual', 'The MOT Testers Guide', 'VTS Device User Guide' and any other supplementary information e.g. Special Notices. * To take sufficient time to correctly inspect the vehicle (there is no upper or lower time limit - the duration of the test will depend on the age and type of vehicle submitted for the test). THE HOURS: You will work 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday. Saturdays may be required. THE RATE OF PAY: You will earn an hourly rate of between £20 - £28 per hour depending on...

The Automotive maintenance division of Questech currently have an exciting new Contract position, located near Bristol for an MOT Tester. This would be a 3 month role suitable for an M.O.T Tester with experience testing on Class 4/7 vehicles. THE ROLE: To conduct MOT inspections, issue MOT documentation, ensure security of MOT certification process and implement the MOT scheme in compliance with Vehicle & Operator Services Agency (VOSA) or (DVSA) and company requirements. THE REQUIREMENTS: * A valid class 4 MOT testing licence * A full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points THE HOURS: You will work Monday - Friday 07:00 till 16:00 THE RATE OF PAY: £28 per hour umbrella or LTD working outside of IR35 £23 per hour PAYE If you believe that you are the perfect candidate for the role, please apply with Questech today. Questech Automotive Recruitment provide you with a specialist consultant who specialises in supporting Mechanics like yourself with finding the...

Handyperson Torrington | Full Time | Temporary | Competitive Introduction Acorn by Synergie are recruiting a reliable and skilled Handyperson to join a factory team in Torrington. This role is key to supporting the upkeep and maintenance of machinery and equipment, helping ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Key Duties: Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on factory machinery. Identify faults and carry out troubleshooting. Assist with equipment inspections and preventative maintenance schedules. Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Report major issues to senior maintenance staff. Requirements: Practical experience with tools and mechanical equipment. Basic understanding of machinery maintenance. Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Good attention to detail and awareness of safety procedures. What We Offer: Hands-on role in a supportive team environment. Opportunity to develop practical skills and...

Position: Qualified Vehicle Technician Location: Worcester, UK Type: Full-time, Temporary Contract Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday (minimum 8 hours a day), with the possibility of additional weekend work Hourly Rate: £22.00-£24.00 per hour Company Overview: Recruitment Boutique are automotive recruitment specialists, dedicated to connecting top talent with well-established workshops. We are currently seeking a Qualified Vehicle Technician to join our client's team on a temporary contract basis in Worcester. At Recruitment Boutique, we're all about connecting exceptional talent with unparalleled opportunities in the ever-exciting Automotive Industry. Job Responsibilities: · Work in a dealership environment and adapt to a fast-paced workshop setting. · Conduct inspections and routine services on vehicles. · Complete vehicle repairs in a professional and safe manner, following dealer standards. · Communicate effectively with various departments across the dealership. · Work...

SW-007-GenOp-243 General Operative £18 - £20 per hour Long term contract Working for a Maintenance Contractor Based around Southampton Due to contract wins, our client is looking to increase their in-house workforce with a General Operative. This role is similar to a General Operative position but does not require the same level of qualifications or experience. You will be supporting day-to-day repairs, maintenance, and specialist cleaning works across domestic properties. **You must hold a full UK driving licence as a company vehicle will be supplied for this role** Key Responsibilities * Carry out minor handyman and general maintenance tasks * Support trades on damp, mould, and preservation works * Undertake cleaning of gutters using an automated gutter hoover system * Carry out three-stage mould wash treatments * Assist with and complete basic painting and decorating * Complete small-scale repairs such as: *...

Position: Qualified Vehicle Technician Location: Reading, UK Type: Full-time, Temporary Contract Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday (minimum 8 hours a day), with the possibility of additional weekend work Hourly Rate: £22.00-£24.00 per hour Company Overview: Recruitment Boutique are automotive recruitment specialists, dedicated to connecting top talent with well-established workshops. We are currently seeking a Qualified Vehicle Technician to join our client's team on a temporary contract basis in Reading. At Recruitment Boutique, we're all about connecting exceptional talent with unparalleled opportunities in the ever-exciting Automotive Industry. Job Responsibilities: · Work in a dealership environment and adapt to a fast-paced workshop setting. · Conduct inspections and routine services on vehicles. · Complete vehicle repairs in a professional and safe manner, following dealer standards. · Communicate effectively with various departments across the dealership. · Work...

CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – WOKINGHAM Position: Vehicle Technician Location: Wokingham, Berkshire Rate: £24.00 Per Hour (Outside IR35) CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – THE ROLE: We are currently looking for fully qualified Vehicle Technicians to work at our client’s workshop on an ongoing contractual basis. You will be responsible for carrying out service, maintenance and repair work on a wide range of motor vehicles. The contract is outside IR35 and the rate on offer is £24.00 per hour. CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – SKILLS REQUIRED: * Qualified to Level 3 NVQ/City & Guilds or similar in the relevant disciplines. * Experience carrying out repair and service work to a variety of vehicles. * Ability to diagnose and rectify a wide range of mechanical & electrical vehicle faults. * Knowledge of health and safety practices in the workshop. * UK Driving License and possess your own tools. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to...

POSITION DESCRIPTION: This role supports the product creation process from concept through end of life, focusing on the detection and resolution of Squeak & Rattle and Water issues across vehicles, systems, and components. As part of the current car team, you will lead issue investigation and resolution to improve customer satisfaction, working cross‑functionally across design, manufacturing, durability fleet, and warranty. Using structured problem‑solving tools such as 8D, you will drive issues to closure, implement robust solutions, and support continuous improvement through physical vehicle testing on rigs and on test tracks. Key Responsibilities * Lead issue resolution using 8D problem solving * Manage work transparency using Agile tools (e.g. JIRA) * Deliver clear technical updates and reports to stakeholder Skills: * Automotive/Engineering degree or equivalent automotive experience preferred * Demonstrable problem-solving experience e.g. Root Cause Analysis, 8D...

Expleo is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer (Weights Engineering) to support one of our premium automotive clients on a 12‑month contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of next‑generation vehicle programmes within a world‑class engineering environment. Location: Gaydon, UK Contract: 12‑month contract About the Role As a Senior Mechanical Engineer within the On‑Cycle Weights Engineering team, you will own and drive the vehicle mass attribute throughout the programme lifecycle. Working with cross‑functional teams, you will ensure weight targets are understood, balanced, and achieved, while maintaining full transparency at all programme gateways. This role is ideal for an engineer with strong analytical capability, excellent data management skills, and a passion for delivering technically robust, compliant, and competitive vehicles. Key Responsibilities Lead coordination of vehicle weight data across functional...

A contract position Outside IR35 Hybrid working in Warwickshire Senior Design Engineer (Driveline and Transmissions) for a contract position. Proven Mechanical Design experience on Automotive Transmission and Driveline Components is essential. Key Responsibilities: Designing mechanical components through concept, definitive, and detail design phases. Conducting detailed mechanical design work including 3D modelling, basic stress calculations, FMEA's, 2D layouts, 2D detailing, and tolerance stacks. Agreeing design approaches with the project Chief or Lead Designer. Creating 2D drawings for manufacture or purchase, assembly drawings, and bills of materials. Ensuring design meets system and component specifications, along with fit and function within other systems. Collaborating with manufacturing and process engineers to ensure products are designed for manufacture and assembly. Reporting progress on assigned tasks to the project management teams, chief designer, or engineering...

Job Title: AssemblerLocation: Aldershot Rate: £14 per hour PAYE Hours: Monday to Friday : 8am - 16:30pm Job Type: Contract  We are seeking a skilled Assembler to join a growing team. This is a hands on role where you will be responsible for assembling components to a high standard. Key Responsibilities of the Assembler: Assemble and wire electro-mechanical products following technical drawings and specifications. Maintain a clean and safe working environment.The successful Assembler will have the following skills & experience: Previous Experience in electro-mechanical assembly or similar role, including soldering.  Ability to read and interpret technical drawings. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Good manual dexterity and problem-solving skills. Crimping and wiring experience How to Apply: If you are interested in this opportunity please click apply or contact Lucy at Orion Reading today for more information. Due to the volume of applications we...

£12.21 per hour (£26,984k annually) plus weekly bonus (OTE around £35k) Monday to Sunday rota (permanent weekends required with 2 days off in the week) 8am-5.30pm We are currently recruiting for a Motor Vehicle Technician Inspector to work for one of our well-known clients based in Camberley. Our client is a leading name in the Motor Auctioning industry who are now looking to add a number of Inspectors or Technicians to their team due to growth. Working for this client will provide applicants with a wealth of opportunity to grow and develop new skills and will see you being part of one of the largest Motor Vehicle Inspection operations in the UK. The site has free on-site parking. Role The role of a Motor Vehicle Technician Inspector will see you carrying out a number of checks on vehicles due to be sold prior to their auctioning slot. Your role will be to carry out specific mechanical point checks and tests to ensure the information provided at auction is correct and that an...

£12.21 per hour (£26,984k annually) plus weekly bonus (OTE around £35k) Monday to Sunday rota 8am-5.30pm We are currently recruiting for a Motor Vehicle Technician Inspector to work for one of our well-known clients based in Camberley. Our client is a leading name in the Motor Auctioning industry who are now looking to add a number of Inspectors or Technicians to their team due to growth. Working for this client will provide applicants with a wealth of opportunity to grow and develop new skills and will see you being part of one of the largest Motor Vehicle Inspection operations in the UK. The site has free on-site parking. Role The role of a Motor Vehicle Technician Inspector will see you carrying out a number of checks on vehicles due to be sold prior to their auctioning slot. Your role will be to carry out specific mechanical point checks and tests to ensure the information provided at auction is correct and that an accurate assessment of the vehicle’s condition can be...

We are currently seeking experienced Quality Engineers to support our customer based in the West Midlands. This role plays a key part in the product creation process from concept through end‑of‑life, with a strong focus on identifying, analysing and resolving Squeak & Rattle and Water ingress issues across vehicles, systems, and components. Location: West Midlands Contract Length: 12 Months As part of the Current Car Team, you will lead issue investigations and drive robust resolutions that enhance customer satisfaction. You will work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams across design, manufacturing, durability fleet and warranty, applying structured problem‑solving methodologies to deliver effective, permanent solutions. The role also involves hands‑on physical vehicle testing, both on rigs and test tracks. Key Responsibilities Lead issue resolution using 8D problem‑solving methodologies Manage work transparency using Agile tools (e.g. JIRA) Deliver clear, concise...

Paint Polisher - Birmingham Hours: Full-Time Shift: Night Shift - 10:00pm to 6:00am Pay: £14.00 - £14.50 per hour DOE About the Role We are recruiting an experienced Paint Polisher to join a fast-paced automotive and plastics manufacturing environment in Birmingham. This role focuses on preparing and finishing painted components to the highest standard, ensuring all products meet strict quality requirements. Key Responsibilities 🔧 Polishing painted automotive or plastic components to a high-quality finish. 🧽 Performing de-nibbing, sanding, flatting, buffing, and machine polishing. 🔍 Inspecting surfaces for paint defects, imperfections, or contamination and correcting them. 🎨 Collaborating with the Paint Technicians to maintain consistent finishing standards. 📦 Achieving production targets while ensuring excellent attention to detail. 🧼 Maintaining tools, polishing equipment, and a clean working environment. Requirements Previous experience as a Paint Polisher is...

Paint Technician - Birmingham Hours: Full-Time Shifts Available: Afternoons: 2:00pm - 10:00pm Nights: 10:00pm - 6:00am Pay: £14.00 - £14.50 per hour DOE About the Role We are seeking an experienced Paint Technician to join a well-established plastics and automotive components manufacturer in Birmingham. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in spray painting, surface preparation, and maintaining high-quality finishing standards in a fast-paced production environment. Key Responsibilities 🎨 Spray painting plastic and metal components to required specifications. ✔️ Surface preparation, including sanding, cleaning, masking, and priming. 🔍 Quality checking finished products to ensure smooth, defect-free finishes. 🛠️ Mixing and adjusting paints to match colour and finish standards. ⚙️ Operating and maintaining spray booths, tools, and equipment. 📦 Working efficiently to meet production targets and customer requirements. 🧼 Maintaining a clean, safe, and...

Our client, a Defence and Security supplier is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join them on a contract basis at their site in Maidenhead. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold the sole British nationality and current SC Clearance 6-month initial contract £60 p/h Umbrella, inside IR35 Fully onsite in Maidenhead due to the nature of the role Job Description: Design, develop, test, and document mechanical assemblies through the full product lifecycle. Deliver robust mechanical solutions using company engineering tools and processes. Create and review mechanical documentation: design packs, analysis reports, plans, and procedures. Define and analyse mechanical performance and functional behaviours. Optimise designs for various manufacturing methods (machining, moulding, extrusion, sheet metal, casting). Perform tolerance analysis for precision parts and complex assemblies. Produce designs compliant with MIL‑STD, DEF‑STAN, EMC, TEMPEST, and environmental...

Expleo is seeking an experienced EV Charging Systems Validation Engineer to support a leading automotive client in delivering world‑class electric vehicle charging systems. This is a fully on-site role based in Coventry, working at the heart of an advanced engineering environment. You will play a key role in validating charging systems, vehicle communication protocols, and HV components across multiple platforms. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in hands‑on testing, problem-solving, and working in fast‑paced automotive programmes. Required Skills & Experience Hands‑on experience with EV charging systems, power electronics, or HV electrical systems. Strong understanding of CAN/LIN communication, Ethernet, and automotive diagnostic tools (Vector CANoe, CANalyzer, etc.). Knowledge of charging protocols: CCS (Combo), NACS, CHAdeMO, GB/T, Type‑2, Type‑1. Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, schematics and system requirements. Experience with oscilloscopes,...

Position: Qualified Vehicle Technician Location: Slough, UK Type: Full-time, Temporary Contract Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday (minimum 8 hours a day), with the possibility of additional weekend work Hourly Rate: £22.00-£24.00 per hour Company Overview: Recruitment Boutique are automotive recruitment specialists, dedicated to connecting top talent with well-established workshops. We are currently seeking a Qualified Vehicle Technician to join our client's team on a temporary contract basis in Slough. At Recruitment Boutique, we're all about connecting exceptional talent with unparalleled opportunities in the ever-exciting Automotive Industry. Job Responsibilities: · Work in a dealership environment and adapt to a fast-paced workshop setting. · Conduct inspections and routine services on vehicles. · Complete vehicle repairs in a professional and safe manner, following dealer standards. · Communicate effectively with various departments across the dealership. · Work...

Motorsport / Automotive Mechanics Wanted ASL Technical are proud to be working with a renowned UK-based luxury automotive brand who are seeking experienced Mechanics from motorsport, automotive dealership, or specialist performance car environments. This is your chance to join their expanding team on a contract basis and play a key role in building ultra-exclusive vehicles engineered for unrivalled driving experiences. What you’ll do: Assemble prototype and development sports cars with precision. Record build data accurately, including torque and serial number details. Follow Standard Operating Procedures while suggesting improvements to enhance efficiency. Support safety initiatives and ensure timely issue resolution. Maintain high standards of housekeeping in the workshop. What we’re looking for: NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Vehicle Repair, or HND in Automotive/Engineering. 3+ years’ experience in motorsport, OEM, or high-performance/low-volume manufacturing....