24 engineering operations support jobs found

Job Title: Civils Supervisor (Freelance) Location: Inverness Start Date: May 2026 Duration: Ongoing Role Overview: We are currently seeking an experienced Civils Supervisor for a freelance, ongoing role based in Inverness. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic project team, overseeing civil engineering works with a strong focus on quality, safety, and environmental compliance. Key Responsibilities: Supervise day-to-day site operations across civil works Ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to specification Manage site teams, subcontractors, and coordinate activities effectively Maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance Oversee and support peat handling operations in line with best practice Conduct site inspections, reporting, and documentation as required Liaise with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders Requirements: Proven experience working as a Civils Supervisor Demonstrable experience in peat handling and...

Project Engineer Role: Project Engineer (Water Industry) Location: Dover, Kent Rate: £400 - £480 per day Duration: Ongoing Freelance Start Date: Immediate The Opportunity Are you ready to play a key role in the AMP8 cycle? We are seeking a high-caliber Project Engineer with either a Mechanical or Civils background to join a major water treatment project in Dover. This is a critical position within a high-pressure, high-reward environment. We need a specialist who understands the unique rigors of the water sector and can drive the delivery of essential infrastructure upgrades. With an immediate start available, you will be integrated into the project team to oversee complex engineering workstreams. Key Responsibilities Compliance & Standards: Ensure all works meet the stringent specifications of the water authority and environmental regulations. Site Coordination: Act as the technical bridge between the design team and site operations to resolve complex engineering...

Site Agent Role: Freelance Site Agent (General Civils) Location: Rye, East Sussex Rate: £450 - £500 per day (PAYE) Duration: Ongoing Contract Start Date: Immediate The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Site Agent to lead an ongoing general civil engineering project in Rye, East Sussex. This is a high-profile freelance contract offering a top-tier day rate for a candidate capable of hitting the ground running. With an immediate start available, you will take operational responsibility for the site, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on time, and to the required technical specifications. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership: Manage daily site operations, including subcontractors, labor, and plant coordination. Health & Safety: Maintain rigorous safety standards (RAMS), ensuring full compliance with CDM 2015 regulations. Technical Oversight: Interpret drawings, manage the RFI process, and ensure quality control across...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Development and Production Test Engineer – Electronic / Electrical subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.     Experience specifically required: Must have significant experience with measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. Electronic Component level fault finding CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. RF and microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage. Environmental testing would also be an advantage. High Voltage training/awareness. SAP Beneficial The department are keen to hear from candidates from a background with either RF / Microwave skills or candidates that have strong Test, Diagnostics, Repair Engineering skills. Hourly Rate: £36.00ph (Umbrella).  Time and a quarter Overtime rate for hours worked over 37 hours Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Development...

Job Title: Resource Controller/Stores Person Base Location: Fareham Working Pattern: Temporary - 9 months, Full Time, Monday – Friday. Typical hours are 07:30 – 15:30 PAY: PAYE/UMB What will I be doing in this role?  Coordinate and optimise resources for street lighting operations, ensuring timely delivery of maintenance and upgrade projects. Support field teams and liaise with stakeholders to maintain high service standards and compliance. In a  typical day, you could expect to be; • Ordering and managing stock for lighting components and materials • Conducting regular stock checks and maintaining inventory records • Scheduling and allocating resources to support maintenance teams • Liaising with suppliers and contractors to ensure timely deliveries • Updating internal systems and reports to track usage and performance What do I need to be successful in the role? • A valid forklift licence is essential • Strong organisational and time management skills with the...

Site Agent – Heavy Civils Infrastructure Guildford £400 per day ltd 12 Month Contract I am currently recruiting for an experienced Site Agent to support the delivery of a major heavy civils infrastructure scheme in Guildford. This is a 12-month contract opportunity with a leading main contractor delivering complex infrastructure works. The project involves significant civil engineering elements and requires strong site-based leadership and technical capability. Key Responsibilities: Management of site operations Overseeing subcontractors and direct labour Driving programme, quality and health & safety performance Managing short-term planning and site coordination Ensuring works are delivered in line with design and specification Reporting progress to the Project Manager Requirements: Proven experience as a Site Agent on heavy civils infrastructure projects Background working with a Tier 1 or established main contractor Strong knowledge of structures, drainage,...

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join a £multi‑billion transformation programme in Essex. This role is ideally suited to professionals who have successfully delivered complex construction projects within live operational environments, with project values in the region of £100 million. You will play a pivotal role in steering the programme through its delivery phase-from advanced enabling works through to construction and fit-out-ensuring seamless integration with wider programme objectives and live airport operations. The programme is being deliver ed under the NEC form of contract, requiring strong commercial, delivery, and stakeholder management expertise. This opportunity is perfect for candidates with experience in major rail station upgrades, airport projects, large regeneration schemes, or stadium developments. Key Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day delivery activities, ensuring alignment with programme objectives and...

Earthworks Supervisor Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire £250 - £270 per day Contract | Ongoing Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 16:30 | Weekend availability We are currently recruiting for an experienced Earthworks Supervisor for an ongoing project in Aylesbury. This is an excellent opportunity to join an earthworks and remediation contractor working on the preparation of ground ahead of groundworks for a new residential development. This Earthworks Supervisor role will suit someone with strong site leadership experience and a solid background in earthworks, remediation or civil engineering environments. You will play a key role in keeping the site organised, safe and running to programme. The Role As Earthworks Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day site activity, coordinating labour and plant, and ensuring site logistics and traffic management are delivered effectively. You will support the wider site team in maintaining productivity, compliance and safe working...

General Foreman – Major Infrastructure Project Location: Birmingham / West Midlands Rate: Negotiable (DOE) + Package / Lodge Available Job Type: Contract Red Sky Personnel are working alongside a well-established civil engineering contractor self-delivering works on one of the UK’s largest infrastructure schemes. Due to continued project growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced General Foreman to support the delivery of works on a major infrastructure package in the Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading contractor working on a nationally significant project involving complex civil engineering and infrastructure works. The Role The General Foreman will oversee day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme and quality requirements. Key responsibilities will include: Supervising gangs and subcontractors across earthworks and groundworks activities Managing daily site operations to...

We are recruiting for an experienced Freelance Site Agent to join a major, high-value infrastructure scheme in the Midlands. This flagship project forms a critical part of a wider regional development programme and involves extensive civil engineering works, with a strong focus on large-scale earthworks and complex drainage systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and technically strong Site Agent to take ownership of key packages, drive programme delivery, and play a vital role in a long-term infrastructure project of national significance. Role Overview As Site Agent, you will be responsible for managing a defined section of works, with particular emphasis on earthworks (bulk excavation, remediation, and material management) and drainage (both surface and deep drainage systems). You will lead site teams, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure that all activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme and budget requirements. You will act...

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Engineer to support the delivery of a marine civils package on a major infrastructure project. This is a fast-paced, site-based role offering the opportunity to work on complex coastal and marine works within a challenging environment. Senior Engineer Roles & Responsibilities: * Supporting the delivery of marine civils works, including sheet piling operations * Working closely with the Site Agent and Project Manager * Managing QA documentation, ITPs, and as-built records * Carrying out site inspections and quality checks * Coordinating subcontractors and supervising site engineering teams * Monitoring progress on site and assisting in resolving technical and engineering issues Senior Engineer Requirements: * Previous experience working as a Senior Engineer on civil engineering projects * Experience in marine civils, coastal, or marine infrastructure, with sheet piling preferred * Strong setting...

We are seeking an experienced Senior Commissioning Engineer to support commissioning activities on rail infrastructure works at Birmingham New Street Station. The role will involve overseeing the testing, commissioning, and handover of electrical and mechanical systems within a live operational rail environment, ensuring compliance with rail standards, safety procedures, and project requirements. The successful candidate will coordinate commissioning activities, manage commissioning documentation, and provide technical leadership to commissioning teams and subcontractors. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage commissioning activities across electrical and mechanical systems within the station environment. Develop and review commissioning plans, test procedures, and method statements. Coordinate commissioning schedules with construction teams, subcontractors, and project management. Supervise commissioning engineers and technicians on site. Ensure all commissioning activities...

Project Engineer (IRATA Level 1 Technician) Location: Dartford Rate: £(Apply online only) per shift Shift Pattern: Nights - Sunday to Thursday (20:00-06:00) Contract Duration: 20 April 2026 - 2 October 2026 The Role We are currently seeking an IRATA Level 1 Technician / Project Engineer to support works at Dartford This is a night-shift position working on a major highways and structures asset, overseeing rope access activities at height. The role involves supervision and inspection duties associated with rope access painting and structural inspection works, operating at heights of (Apply online only) metres. Key Responsibilities Oversee and support rope access activities on site Supervision of painting works to cable trays Inspect structural elements and identify defects on the bridge Ensure all works are carried out safely and in accordance with site and industry standards Liaise with site management and report findings as required Project Environment Major...

Facilities Project Engineer Location: Stafford (On-site) Pay Rate: Up to £22.00 per hour Contract Length: 6 Months (Full-Time) Shift: Monday - Thursday, 06:45 am - 04:30 pm (Flexibility for overtime required) The Role Are you a proactive Engineer with a background in construction or infrastructure? We are looking for a Facilities Project Engineer to join our team in Stafford. You will own and manage a variety of facility improvement projects, focusing on site infrastructure, machinery, and health and safety upgrades. This is a dynamic role where you will be responsible for taking projects from initial scope through to final handover, ensuring every milestone is met with precision and a safety-first mindset. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery: Lead building and systems projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards. Safety & Compliance: Develop and review project documentation, including scopes, technical drawings, permits,...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor Location: Dewsbury Sector: Civil Engineering | Highways & Rail 12 month Contract - £400 - £450 per day (CIS or LTD Company) We're working with a civil engineering contractor to recruit a Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support delivery across two live infrastructure projects - a major relief road scheme (4 days per week) and a rail project (1 day per week). This role requires a commercially strong QS with hands-on experience in deep drainage and heavy civils, capable of operating independently across multiple workstreams. The Role You'll be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of both projects, with a primary focus on the relief road scheme, ensuring strong cost control, subcontract management and NEC contract administration. The role will involve close collaboration with site teams, Project Managers and the supply chain to ensure works are delivered efficiently and commercially sound. Key Responsibilities Full commercial...

Based in Kettering NN16 A leading, established and highly successful provider of mechanical and electrical installation services to commercial and industrial buildings seek the solid appointment of a skilled Mechanical Project Engineer from an M&E / Building Services electrical installation projects background. Those with M&E installations experience in commercial and or industrial environments are of serious interest as a Mechanical Project Engineer or similar. We are looking to make an immediate appointment for an important ongoing project. Candidates highly sought after are those naturally from an M&E / Building Services background, ideally with direct working experience in the project delivery of mechanical installations you would expect to find in commercial and industrial settings. Those with any hospital / healthcare buildings Mechanical services installation are highly sought after; this is not essental for the role though. You will be responsible for supporting...

Job Title: Mechanical/Electrical Fitter (National Grid Sites – GIS & SF6 Specialist) Location: Various National Grid Sites (UK-wide travel required) Reports To: Site Supervisor / Project Manager To carry out installation, maintenance, and refurbishment of high-voltage equipment on National Grid sites, with a particular focus on Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) and SF6 gas handling. The role requires strict adherence to safety, environmental, and quality standards while ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with industry regulations. Key Responsibilities Perform mechanical and electrical fitting activities on high-voltage equipment at National Grid substations. Install, maintain, and overhaul Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) systems Carry out SF6 gas handling, including: Filling, topping up, and reclaiming SF6 gas Leak detection and reporting Gas quality testing and monitoring Ensure all SF6 handling complies with F-Gas regulations and environmental standards....

Site Manager - Externals & Yard Slabs Major Construction Project | Externals / Groundworks Package Our client, a leading main contractor delivering major, logistics‑heavy construction projects, is seeking an experienced Site Manager to take full ownership of the externals and yard slabs package on a high‑profile scheme. This is a hands‑on, delivery‑focused role suited to a decisive Site Manager who is comfortable taking control of large‑scale groundworks packages in a live construction environment. The Role As Site Manager, you will act as the single point of responsibility for the external works package, taking over day‑to‑day control from the engineering function and driving safe, high‑quality delivery to programme. You will lead all aspects of the groundworks and concrete yard slabs works, coordinating subcontractors, plant, logistics, and temporary works while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance. Key Responsibilities Full management...

Panel wirers required on contract or temp – perm basis to support a growing team of wirers working for an established business operating in the industrial and commercial electrical sector. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation, this company is expanding their engineering team to support the development of an exciting new product range. Offering competitive pay and overtime opportunities, and a supportive work environment, this is an outstanding opportunity for a skilled Panel Wirer to make a real impact Hours: Days Monday to Friday (Early finish Friday) Location: Telford What You Will Do: Fit and wire electrical components within sheet metal enclosures, panel boards, and switchboards. Interpret and work from schematic drawings to wire components accurately. Install electrical components onto back plates and external covers. Assemble and fit copper busbar systems with precision. Collaborate with a dedicated team to meet production goals and maintain high-quality...

Condition Surveyor (Building & M&E) – North West Council £28.33 per hour Umbrella / £22.65 PAYE 37 hours per week Temporary Contract Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for a Condition Surveyor (Building & M&E) on behalf of a Council based in the North West. This is an  The successful candidate will work within the Capital Programme team, carrying out condition surveys across a varied property portfolio, identifying defects, prioritising remedial works and supporting the wider asset management strategy. The role is field based and will involve travelling across the North West, so applicants must be able to manage their own workload and work independently. Responsibilities Undertake detailed condition surveys of educational and operational buildings Assess building fabric, mechanical and electrical elements and identify defects Recommend appropriate remedial works, priorities and estimated costs Input survey findings and condition data into the...