75 jobs found in Trafford

Thrive Oldham are recruiting on behalf of Oldham council for an Motor Vehicle Mechanic. Job Purpose Undertake the maintenance and repair, to a range of vehicles and machines and plant equipment, to the required quality standards, in an efficient and cost effective manner. Key Tasks Undertake planned service and safety inspections of vehicles and equipment. Diagnose faults, recommend and undertake cost effective repairs Repair of vehicles/equipment as instructed. Carry out auto electrical repairs. Order spares at stores. Maintain a clean and tidy work area. Attend breakdowns and undertake vehicle / equipment recoveries. Occasionally collect spare parts from Suppliers. Manoeuvre vehicles as required. Complete time sheets, job sheets, service sheets and inspection reports in line with Council Policy, 'O' licence compliance and good practice. In exception undertake steam cleaning of vehicles prior to repairs including DOE/MOT preparation. Take vehicles to specialist...

CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – ROCHDALE Position: Vehicle Technician Location: Rochdale 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 work as part...

Mobile Trailer Technician (days) Winsford £19.75 per hour + overtime (x1.25/x1.5) Contract to permanent role   Certain Advantage is partnering with an automotive manufacturer to recruit an experienced Mobile Trailer Technician. You will take responsibility for the maintenance, repair, and MOT preparation of our double-deck trailer fleet. You’ll also liaise directly with customers at their premises, ensuring strong, professional relationships are built and upheld at all times.   Key Responsibilities: Conduct repairs and detailed inspections on trailers Receive returned rental units, assess condition, and resolve any identified defects Perform pre-MOT checks and present vehicles for testing Build and maintain effective working relationships with customers Undertake chassis servicing, MOT preparation, weight tests, and deck maintenance Carry out regular vehicle safety assessments Order necessary parts and materials when required Accurately complete, record, and verify all service...

HGV Technician / HGV Engineer / HGV Fitter / HGV Mechanic / HGV Contractor Location: Lancashire - Preston / Blackburn Area Rate: £32.00 per hour Shift: Monday - Friday / Days Shifts (6am - 6pm) Immediate Start Available - On-Going Work Our client is a specialist, reliable and reputable Commercial Vehicle Company based around the Lancashire area. They are seeking a passionate and dedicated HGV Technician to complete an ongoing contract / LTD position. This is open to Limited Company Contractors and is working Outside IR35. As a HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter you must hold the following: * NVQ / City and Guilds – Level 3 * Minimum of 5 years working on commercial vehicles * Experience working in a fast-paced and demanding customer environment * The ability to organise work on own initiative and work under pressure * Class 1 licence – Preferable not essential Benefits & Package * Great Hourly Rates * Weekly Pay - Every Friday * Limited...

We are currently looking for a Vehicle Technician. You will be working in Barnsley. Monday - Friday 07:30am - 17:15pm Temp Contract - Ongoing Pay rate - £18.35ph paye Job Purpose To undertake the service, repair and maintenance of vehicle, plant and equipment in accordance with legislative and health and safety requirement. To undertake vehicle testing in line with VOSA regulations. To ensure that all maintenance work undertake is completed effectively, efficiently and is of a high standard of quality. Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy, please apply to the job with your updated CV

Cooling Development Engineer (Contract) The client is seeking a Cooling Development Engineer to join their vehicle engineering team on a contract basis, supporting the design and validation of cooling systems for both battery electric vehicles (BEV) and diesel powertrains. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with PTC Creo and collaborate closely with senior engineers, with the potential to convert to a permanent position. Responsibilities: Support senior engineers in designing, analysing, and testing vehicle cooling systems. Develop 3D models and assemblies in PTC Creo for cooling components and sub-systems. Assist in thermal simulations and system validation activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including powertrain, vehicle integration, and manufacturing engineering. Document and communicate design changes, test results, and technical findings. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for system efficiency and...

CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – ROTHERHAM Position: Vehicle Technician Location: Rotherham (S60) Rate: £23.00 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 £23.00 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 work...

A leading global technology company in the energy sector is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Test Technician required to perform technical and mechanical quality control tasks to support production, assembly, and testing processes. You will contribute to maintaining high quality standards and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. Requirements Quality Control. Hands on experience in mechanical assembly, testing, or manufacturing environments. Familiarity with hydraulic, electronic, and mechanical systems. Responsibilities Perform technical duties across mechanical, electronic, and system-based projects. Conduct testing, measurements, and process controls on key production lines. Read and interpret engineering drawings and job documentation ( work orders, bills of materials). Troubleshoot and repair product or process issues. Maintain tools, machinery, and equipment to ensure operational efficiency. Support continuous improvement using modern manufacturing...

Mechanical Technician required to produce and assemble components including conduct tests, measurements, operations and process controls as part of a marine assembly systems manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have precision engineering maritime or aerospace production experience reading blueprints to identify components, perform production assembly, test and repair. Requirements Manufacturing experience in comparable high value low volume environment, ideally maritime, subsea or aerospace. Mechanical production using hand tools, automated machines and assemblies. Quality processes understanding, assembly, test, troubleshoot, repair, test. Other relevant skills include; Wire preparation, strip, crimp and termination. Manufacturing Systems tools maintenance and harness repair. Hydraulic machine operation and programming. Continuous improvement. Responsibilities Mechanical assembly of precision engineers high value projects. Prosecute test techniques as per cell...

Expleo are recruiting for a Validation Engineer to support our global automotive client, based in Bedfordshire, in their vision to deliver the most distinct and innovative range of road vehicles, all equipped with state-of-the-art technology, for a contract opportunity. If you have a background in Connected Car Test / Validation or Connected Car Development this could be the role for you! Responsibilities of the Validation Engineer include: * Perform end to end vehicle validation for connected car services * Ensure the test resources are available to complete validation tasks * Raise incident tickets in the incident management system and track them through to closure * Follow testing methods & procedures, to ensure robust validation of the complete telematics systems * Confirm vehicle level quality, function & reliability standards are maintained * Conduct root cause investigation Background and experience required for the Validation Engineer role include : * Practical...

Job Title: Paint Sprayer Location: Coventry, CV3 Pay Rate: £16.00 per hour Shift Pattern: B Shift * Monday - Thursday: 14:00 - 00:15 Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced Paint Sprayer to join our team in Coventry (CV3). The successful candidate will be responsible for spraying small automotive components, ensuring a high-quality finish in a production environment. Key Responsibilities * Spray painting small automotive parts to a high standard. * Prepare surfaces through masking, sanding, and cleaning prior to painting. * Ensure all painted components meet quality control and finish requirements. * Maintain spray equipment and work area in clean, safe working condition. * Follow job sheets, production targets, and deadlines with minimal supervision. Requirements * Previous experience in automotive or industrial paint spraying. * Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work. * Confident with masking, prepping, and...

Position: (phone number removed) Product design Engineer Location: Gaydon Position Type: Contract Inside IR35 Salary: £27.21 per hour umbrella inside IR35 About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM based in Gaydon who are seeking a Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer to join their team on a rolling contract basis working 40 hours per week Job Description Product Design Engineering focuses on designing and developing new or existing products, components, or assemblies including: Applying engineering principles to develop mechanical, electronic, or chemical products that meet customer technical/functional specifications as well as manufacturing cost/efficiency requirements Conducting mathematical modelling to determine if proposed designs are technically feasible Supporting and participating in the design, test, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototypes May also be involved with designing product specific manufacturing...

Position: (phone number removed) Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer Location: Gaydon Position Type: Contract Inside IR35 Salary: £27.21 per hour umbrella inside IR35 About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM based in Gaydon who are seeking a Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer to join their team on a rolling contract basis working 40 hours per week Job Description The Thermal CFD team provides specialized skills in fluid dynamics through computer modelling techniques. This covers full vehicle thermal analysis to ensure the components and systems are robust to their thermal environment. Supporting the Lead Engineers to managing their projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision.Essential Skills Required: An excellent understanding of thermal CFD analysis and thermal processes ideally using StarCCM+. Excellent report writing and communication skills. The ability to lead technical issue resolution with the...

Position: (phone number removed) Vehicle Package Engineer Location: Gaydon Position Type: Contract Inside IR35 Salary: £33.88 per hour umbrella inside IR35 About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM based in Gaydon who are seeking a Vehicle package Engineer to join their team on a rolling contract basis working 40 hours per week Job Description Creation of vehicle concept proposals in the form of vehicle architecture package layouts. Creation of outline component and system proposals to further the vehicle package development. Definition and development of detailed vehicle packages at the whole vehicle or package zone level. Tracking and monitoring resolution of all geometric issues within a package zone. Mediation and negotiation between CoC areas to develop solutions for geometric issues within a package zone. Skills: At least 2 years' experience in product development within vehicle integration or packaging role Experience of...

Position: (phone number removed) Suspension Engineer Location: Gaydon Position Type: Contract Inside IR35 Salary: £33.88 per hour umbrella inside IR35 About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM based in Gaydon who are seeking a Suspension to join their team on a rolling contract basis working 40 hours per week Job Description Reporting to the Axle Function & Integration Chapter Leader, this role requires an individual to lead the delivery of the design of the suspension/axle concept and associated CAD geometry to meet the agreed timing for multiple nameplates off a platform. Lead the development of the Axle CAD concept and integration of corner modules and axle links into subframes and rest of vehicle for all vehicles across a platform Skills: Essential: Mechanical Engineering based degree (MEng, BEng, MSc or BSc) or equivalent experience Experienced user of Catia v6 (Dassault Systèmes 3DEXPERIENCE) with a working knowledge...

Are you a Project Plant Engineer looking for your next opportunity? One of the world's largest automotive manufacturers, is currently recruiting for a Plant Engineer, with a focus on designing, communicating and implementing operational plans, for completing engineering-based projects. Based in Warwickshire, you will be supporting, a dedicated and multidisciplinary team, on a contract basis. Responsibilities of the Plant Engineer include: * Preparing designs, project controls and specifications, schedules, cost estimates, production, transportation, installation, testing and/or commissioning of new infrastructure, facilities, equipment * Monitoring progress and performance against the project plan * Taking action to resolve operational problems and minimise delays * Identifying, developing, and gathering the resources necessary to complete projects * Preparing engineering standards, designs and work specifications * Developing project schedules, budgets and forecasts *...

Vehicle Efficiency Attribute Leader Reference: (phone number removed) Umbrella Rate: £33.99/hr (Inside IR35) Are you ready to take the lead in shaping the future of vehicle efficiency? This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that is redefining the automotive industry. As a Vehicle Efficiency Attribute Leader, you will play a pivotal role in delivering innovative solutions that enhance driving range, energy consumption, and emissions, contributing to a modern luxury experience. This role offers the chance to collaborate with industry leaders, work on cutting-edge projects, and make a significant impact in a dynamic and inspiring environment. What You Will Do: • Support the Efficiency Product Owner in delivering key Vehicle Efficiency attributes, including driving range, energy consumption, fuel economy, and CO2 emissions. • Ensure attribute requirements align with system and sub-system specifications. • Cascade and arbitrate targets for energy nodes such...

Mechanical Fitters Required Near Rugby NN6. Up to £26ph. 8am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday. Immediate starts available. Interested candidates must have previous exprrience in mechanical fitting. The role will involve fitting and installing conveyor systems. Further information is available on request. If you are interested please send an up to date copy of your cv as soon as possible to avoid missing out to (url removed) Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

Expleo is seeking a talented Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Engineer to support a major automotive OEM on a contract basis. This role sits within the Thermal CFD team, providing specialist expertise in full‑vehicle thermal simulation and fluid‑dynamic modelling. About the Role As a CFD Engineer, you will apply advanced computational modelling techniques to analyse and optimise the vehicle's thermal environment. You'll play a key role in ensuring thermal robustness of components and systems through high‑quality simulations, model management and close collaboration with engineering teams. This position is ideal for an engineer with strong CFD skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work independently on complex simulation tasks. Key Responsibilities Support Lead Engineers in the delivery of thermal CFD projects, working independently on assigned tasks with minimal supervision. Manage and maintain CFD simulation models, ensuring completeness, accuracy and...

Expleo is seeking experienced and driven Vehicle Test & Validation Engineers to support one of the Midlands' most prestigious automotive manufacturers. This contract role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of vehicle development, contributing directly to the validation of next‑generation automotive technologies. Key Responsibilities:- Vehicle‑Level Testing Across Multiple Facilities Vehicle Level Testing Across Multiple Facilities Fault Identification & Resolution Programme Context Awareness Develop & Maintain DVPs Custodianship of Test Assets Data Analysis & Reporting Team Integration & Stakeholder Engagement Independence & Accountability Working Conditions:- Vehicle‑level testing across diverse test environments. Shift work including early/late shifts and weekend coverage to meet programme timelines. Flexibility to adapt to dynamic schedules and evolving operational needs. Skills Required:- Strong capability in vehicle‑level evaluation,...