56 engineering jobs found in Desford

Painter & Decorator - Wanted - Immediate Start! Leicester Based | Salary: DOE Permanent, Full-Time Are you an experienced Painter & Decorator? Regional Recruitment are recruiting for a Painter & Decorator to join a professional and growing decorating company. This is a customer-facing, field-based role requiring a reliable, hardworking individual who can work independently and as part of a wider team. You will be responsible for carrying out painting and decorating works at customer sites, maintaining high standards of workmanship, cleanliness, safety, and customer satisfaction. What's on Offer: • Regular work with a reputable and professional company • Supportive management and clear communication of work schedules • The opportunity to work on a variety of domestic and commercial projects • Training and further professional development Qualifications Essential: • Minimum 5-6 years experience working as a Painter & Decorator • Good knowledge of painting and...

PSR Solutions are recruiting for a Site Engineer Location: Leicester Salary: Competitive I am currently looking for an experienced Site Engineer for my client, a successfully main contractor. Our client is providing work opportunities for an initial period of 12 months with more opportunities thereafter for a site engineer. The role will include a Site Engineer reporting directly into an Engineering Manager, conducting QA/Checking, setting out for a commercial scheme inclusive of groundwork's. Site Engineer Responsibilities: Setting out for foundations, earthworks, steel frame, drainage, 278 works etc Measurements & Calculations Interpretation of technical drawings Maintaining line & level control QA where required Could be opportunity to work on multiple sites CSCS card Ability to use AutoCAD would be a great asset. Must be able to use Robotic/GPS equipment Remuneration Our client is providing exceptional pay rates for a Site Engineer dependant on the specified...

General Labourer - Wanted - Immediate Start! Leicester Based | Salary: 16.00 per hour CIS Temporary - Full-Time Are you an experienced General Labourer? Regional Recruitment are recruiting for a reliable and hardworking General Labourer to join a professional and growing construction company. This is a site-based role requiring a reliable, motivated individual who can work independently and as part of a wider team. You will be responsible for assisting tradespeople, moving materials, maintaining site cleanliness, and supporting the smooth running of construction projects whilst maintaining high standards of health, safety and workmanship. What's on Offer: Supportive management and clear communication of work schedules The opportunity to work with a reputable and professional construction company Immediate start available Qualifications Essential: CSCS Card Previous experience working on construction sites Good understanding of health & safety Ability to follow...

PROJECT ENGINEER Project Engineer – Groundworks & RC Works 📍Locations: Leicester 🕒 Duration: 12 weeks Start Date : 24/08/2026 We are seeking experienced Project Engineers/ Senior Site Engineer to join our team and deliver a multi-disciplinary civil engineering project in Leicester. The project involves groundworks and reinforced concrete (RC) works and offers the opportunity to work on a high-value, technically challenging development. Key Responsibilities * Manage site works to high standards of safety, quality, and performance in accordance with project procedures and standards. * Lead “setting to work” briefings with a focus on safe and quality-driven execution. * Direct and prioritize daily site activities in line with project requirements. * Prepare and review method statements, risk assessments, and QA documentation. * Carry out limited setting out duties as required. * Supervise site engineers and manage sub-contractors effectively. *...

The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer / Setting Out Engineer to join a major civils and groundworks contractor delivering two large distribution centre buildings in Hinkley, Leicestershire. The overall project value is approximately £18 million and will involve extensive groundworks, foundations, drainage, reinforced concrete and external infrastructure. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an experienced project team and work on a large-scale commercial development. The Role You will provide day-to-day engineering and setting out support across the project, working closely with the Site Manager, Project Manager and groundworks teams. Key Responsibilities * Setting out foundations, drainage, concrete works and external works. * Reading and interpreting engineering drawings. * Checking levels, coordinates and dimensions. * Providing engineering support to site teams and subcontractors. * Maintaining accurate QA and as-built...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Water Infrastructure - Long term contract opportunity Location: Tamworth (4 days office-based) Rate: (Apply online only) per day Outside IR35 I'm working exclusively with a large, well-established global consultancy that is expanding its commercial capability in the UK's water sector. They are supporting a major regional water supplier through the close-out of AMP7 projects and the delivery of a significant AMP8 capital investment programme, and are now looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their client-side team in Tamworth. This is a client facing position requiring strong commercial skills, excellent NEC knowledge and the ability to provide fast, accurate and pragmatic solutions to contractual and commercial challenges across a live framework. The Role The Senior Quantity Surveyor, will operate in a client-facing capacity, supporting both the resolution of legacy projects and the delivery of new capital works....

Job description PSR Solutions are recruiting for a Senior Design Manager in Rugby to work on a new build commercial scheme. Location: Rugby Salary: £350 - £500 per day My client is a main contractor specialising in multi-million new build projects. They are currently seeking a freelance Senior Design Manager for a commercial scheme in Rugby. As Design Manager on this project, your duties and responsibilities will include: Attending and contributing to design meetings Liaising with clients, architects and external consultants Managing site audits and creating proactive risk assessments Ensuring sub-contractor compliance with client specifications Ensuring project completion in line with programme Value engineering/ resolving technical and design issuesRemuneration Our client is providing exceptional pay rates dependant on the individuals experience. What to do next: If you would like to know more about this position, please call Andy Ward on (phone number removed). Our...

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Civils & RC Structures Location: Derby, DE21 7HX Rate: £450–£500 per day Contract: Outside IR35 Role Overview We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a project based in Derby. The successful candidate will have a strong commercial background within civil engineering, groundworks, reinforced concrete (RC) and concrete structures. This role requires someone capable of taking commercial ownership of their packages and working closely with the project and site teams to ensure works are delivered within budget and contractual requirements. Key Responsibilities * Take commercial responsibility for civils, groundworks and RC packages. * Manage project costs, budgets and commercial performance. * Prepare and manage valuations, applications for payment and variations. * Produce accurate cost forecasts and CVRs. * Identify, assess and manage commercial risks and opportunities. *...

Job Title: Soldering Operative Location: Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire Duration: Ongoing Contract Responsible for assembling and soldering electronic and electrical components working to engineering drawings, work instructions and quality standards. The role involves preparing components, carrying out precision soldering, inspecting finished work and ensuring products meet safety and performance requirements. Key Requirements: * Experience in hand soldering and electronic assembly. * Ability to read technical drawings and work instructions. * Strong attention to detail and quality standards. * Good manual dexterity and practical skills. --- Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website

Job Title: Welder  Welder – Stainless Steel TIGLocation: Derby Rate: £19.00 - £20.00 per hour (Outside IR35) Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm Duration: 12-Month Contract We are looking for 2 Welders to join a busy engineering and manufacturing business in Derby on a long-term project. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Welder with strong TIG welding skills who is looking for consistent work, overtime opportunities, and a secure contract with a substantial workload. The successful Welder will be working primarily with stainless steel, producing box section frame assemblies for an ongoing customer project. The business has a significant pipeline of work and is looking to strengthen its welding team with skilled TIG professionals who can hit the ground running. The RoleAs a Welder, you will be responsible for: TIG welding stainless steel frames Working from engineering drawings Bench welding in a production environment Producing high-quality box section...

CSCS Labourer - Groundworks Project - Derby We are currently looking for a reliable and hardworking CSCS Labourer to join our team on a busy groundworks project in Derby. Location: Derby Start Date: Immediate Duration: Ongoing Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday Responsibilities: Assisting groundworkers with daily site operations Moving materials and keeping the site clean and organised Loading and unloading deliveries General labouring duties as directed by the site supervisor Adhering to all site health and safety regulations Requirements: Valid CSCS Card (essential) Previous labouring experience, ideally on groundworks or civil engineering projects Good work ethic and reliability Ability to work as part of a team Full PPE What We Offer: Competitive hourly rate Weekly pay Ongoing work for the right candidate Opportunity to work with an experienced groundworks team If you're available to start immediately and meet the above requirements, we'd love to hear from...

Do you have experience working in quality inspection?   If so, this position could be perfect for you! Our client is a global, leading precision component manufacturer primarily operating in the Aerospace sector. They manufacture precision engineered parts for aerospace customers (mainly precision fabrication and machining) and are looking for a Quality Inspector to join their growing team. The ideal candidate will have experience inspecting a range of machined and fabricated components.   Quality Inspector   3 Month Contract Rate Dependent Experience Day Shift Derby   Quality Inspector Job Description To carry out 1st off Inspection / Receipt Inspection / Inspection and Calibration activities as required to support operations. Running CMM programmes; analysing and recording results and making quality decisions. To support the internal non-conformance process; raising rejects and ensuring all containment is captured. To liaise closely with Engineering to ensure the smooth...

Are you an experienced M&E Design Engineer in the rail sector looking for an autonomous role with genuine flexibility and career progression?   Rate: £400 - £450 Outside ir35 Duration: Initial 3-month contract with likely extensions   Location: Fully remote   This is an opportunity for a proactive, mid-level designer to join a busy team, offering a remote-first setup and a clear path to gaining your CRE status. You will be responsible for producing a variety of M&E designs for station projects, including lighting plots, report writing, and Sisscoms.   The role requires you to take initiative and work autonomously, managing interdisciplinary discussions and driving projects forward without the need for hand holding.   For candidates close to CRE level, dedicated mentorship is available to help you achieve that sign-off faster than in a larger company.   Please note, this role is initially full time with the expectation of 3 - 5 days worth of work a week past 3...

My client are a national civil engineering contractor who are currently seeking a Site Manager to help deliver a Water Treatment Works (WTW) project in Solihull, with an immediate start available. This is an 18-month project, offering long-term work for an experienced Site Manager with a strong water background. Site Manager Responsibilities: * Toolbox talks * Client liaison * Stakeholder liaison * Health and safety compliance * Ordering materials * Managing day-to-day site operations * Supervising subcontractors and site teams * Managing the delivery of works on the WTW * Ensuring works are delivered on programme and to specification * Managing RAMS, permits and site documentation * Overseeing quality control, inspections and site records * Working closely with the Project Manager to maintain programme and project delivery Site Manager Requirements: * Black or Gold CSCS * SMSTS * Previous experience managing WTW projects is essential...

Are you an experienced Senior Site Engineer with a strong background in groundworks and reinforced concrete (RC) frames? Keyman Personnel is currently working with a leading groundworks and RC frame contractor who is looking for a skilled and reliable Senior Site Engineer to join a high-profile project. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to take a senior role on site, working alongside an established project team and playing a key part in the successful delivery of major construction works. The Opportunity As a Senior Site Engineer, you will be responsible for the accurate setting out, surveying and engineering of groundworks and RC frame packages. You will work closely with the Project Manager, Site Manager and wider engineering team to ensure works are delivered safely, accurately, efficiently and in accordance with the design. Key Responsibilities * Lead and undertake setting out, levelling and surveying for groundworks and RC frame packages....

Experienced Site Fabricator / MIG Welder We are currently recruiting an experienced Fabricator / MIG Welder for an established manufacturing company. This is a full-time temporary role offering regular overtime. Duties & Responsibilities * Fabricate and weld structural steelwork including security doors, gates, grilles, handrails and staircases * Work accurately from technical engineering drawings. * Ensure all work meets safety and quality standards Requirements * Proven experience as a fabricator / welder * MIG welding experience essential * Ability to read and interpret technical drawings. Hours & Benefits * Monday to Friday – 7:30am to 4:30pm * Overtime paid at 1.5x after 40 hours * Regular overtime available. * Free parking * Temporary contract for up to 12 months

Electrical Estimator – Warwick Location: Warwick Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Package: Company Car or Car Allowance + Benefits Position: Permanent Elitehire Solutions are working with a well-established, medium-sized and growing M&E contractor who are looking to recruit an experienced Electrical Estimator to join their team based in Warwick. This is an excellent opportunity to join a solid business with a strong pipeline of work and genuine room for progression as the company continues to grow. The contractor delivers a range of commercial electrical projects, covering both new-build and refurbishment schemes across the Midlands. The Role As Electrical Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders for electrical projects from initial enquiry through to submission. Duties will include: * Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation * Preparing detailed electrical estimates and tenders * Producing...

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to join a well-established £50m turnover civils contractor working on a major infrastructure project in the Midlands. The project is water-biased, incorporating a range of heavy civils, reinforced concrete structures, drainage and below-ground infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Engineer with strong setting out and civil engineering experience to join a busy project team. The Role As Site Engineer, you will be responsible for providing technical and engineering support across the project, ensuring works are accurately set out and delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications and quality requirements. Key responsibilities will include: - Setting out and surveying of civil engineering works. - Working across water infrastructure and heavy civils packages. - Setting out RC structures, foundations, bases and concrete works. - Setting out drainage, ducting and underground...

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join a well-established £50m turnover civils contractor delivering a portfolio of major infrastructure projects across the Midlands. The successful candidate will be responsible for the successful delivery of a water-biased infrastructure project, with a strong focus on heavy civils and reinforced concrete structures. This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager with a strong civil engineering background who is comfortable managing complex construction packages from pre-construction through to completion. The Role As Project Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the delivery of the project, managing site teams, subcontractors, commercial performance, programme, health & safety and quality. You will be expected to provide strong leadership across a technically demanding scheme, working closely with the client, consultants, subcontractors and internal commercial and engineering...

ADT Driver (CPCS) Location: Birmingham or Coventry area Rate: £21.20 per hour - PAYE only Hours: 07:30 - 18:00 Project: HS2 A leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor is currently seeking an experienced ADT Driver to work on the HS2 project. Duties include: Operating an ADT safely and efficiently on site Transporting materials across site in line with site plans Supporting site operations in a live HS2 environment Working closely with site management, plant coordinators, and ground teams Carrying out daily plant checks and reporting defects Maintaining high health and safety standards at all timesRequirements: Blue CPCS Proven experience operating an ADT on major infrastructure or civils projects Strong understanding of site health & safety procedures Ability to work long shifts in a fast-paced environmentIf you are interested in this ADT Driver position based in Birmingham or Coventry area please apply and the team will be in touch. SkyBlue Solutions is an...