46 engineering jobs found in Sutton-in-Ashfield

We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Technician to join a busy Fleet Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled technician looking for an immediate start within a professional workshop environment. The Role As part of the Fleet Services team, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing and inspecting a diverse fleet of vehicles, including: * Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) * Light Commercial Vehicles * Municipal Vehicles * Electric and Hybrid Vehicles Key Responsibilities * Service, maintain and repair HGVs and other fleet vehicles * Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults * Prepare vehicles for MOT inspections and safety checks * Carry out welding, fabrication and body repair work as required * Respond to vehicle breakdowns and repair accident-damaged vehicles * Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation * Ensure high standards of workshop housekeeping and health &...

Mechanical Fitter The Role We are looking for an experienced and qualified Mechanical Engineer/ Fitter to join our Nottingham based team, supporting wastewater treatment projects nationwide. This is a hands on, site based role where you'll work across sewage and wastewater treatment sites throughout the UK, installing, commissioning and maintaining specialist water filtration and mechanical systems. The role involves regular working away from home, including overnight stays, along with occasional work within workshops across the UK. If you enjoy practical engineering work, on site problem solving and travelling as part of a close knit engineering team, this role offers genuine variety and long term career potential. ________________________________________ What You'll Be Doing - Installing, commissioning, setting up and testing water filtration and mechanical systems on wastewater and sewage treatment sites - Carrying out site inspections, fault finding and surveys to...

Project Manager – Groundworks & Civil Engineering Location: Nottingham (Long Eaton area) Rate: £350 per day (Freelance) or Permanent Package Available Duration: Immediate Start | 8-Week Project with Follow-On Work Secured We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the groundworks package on a new build school project located near Long Eaton, Nottingham. The project is currently progressing through the slab and drainage phase following completion of the structural steel frame, with approximately 8 weeks remaining to complete this stage of works. This role offers excellent continuity, with a second school project already secured and starting immediately afterwards, providing a strong pipeline of work. Responsibilities: * Managing the slab and drainage package through to completion * Coordinating site activities, subcontractors and programme delivery * Working closely with the Tier 1 Main Contractor and project stakeholders * Ensuring health &...

Project Manager – Groundworks | Derby | Immediate Start My client, a well-established and growing groundworks and civil engineering contractor, is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee a significant groundworks scheme in Derby. Due to a strong pipeline of secured work and continued business growth, this is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Project Manager looking for a long-term position with a contractor that can offer stability and genuine career progression. The role is available for an immediate start, with ongoing work and future projects guaranteed upon successful delivery of the current scheme. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management of the project, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, within budget, and in accordance with agreed programmes. My client is looking for an individual who can confidently lead site teams, manage subcontractors, liaise with clients, and drive projects through to successful...

NuTrade Recruitment are a Recruitment company that works with various M&E Contractors across the UK We are working with an electrical engineering company who are based in the UK and has an electrical installation project in Delhi, India in 2027 The work will be on a food process site, installing metal conduit, trunking, ladder rack, tray, pulling in cables, terminating control panels, motors, star/stop etc THE JOB WILL START IN January 2027, we are just collating CVs, and someone will be in touch closer to the time You will need * IPAF * Gold JIB card - Electricians * ECS card and at least an NVQ level 2 for improvers * Valid UK Passport * At least 12 months of experience working on industrial sites * Experience working on conveyor systems * Able to work away for 4 consecutive weeks away from home * No pending criminal convictions * Experienced in a similar working environment THE JOB WILL START IN January 2027 Rates * £350 per day...

Freelance Site Engineer – Commercial Construction Projects South Yorkshire | £330 Per Day | Freelance Contract | Up to 2 Years' Work Available We Are Footprint are recruiting on behalf of one of our key clients, a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor, for an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to support a portfolio of commercial construction projects across South Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Engineer based in or around Sheffield who is looking for long-term freelance work, with the potential for up to two years of continuous work for the right candidate. The Role Working as part of a well-established site team, you will be responsible for the engineering and setting out requirements across multiple commercial build projects, ensuring work is delivered safely, accurately and to programme. Key Responsibilities * Setting out and surveying works on site * Producing and maintaining accurate site records * Quality assurance and quality control checks *...

Location - Sheffield  Requirement: 5 days per week on site Status: Inside IR35 Rate: Depending on experience (discussed upon application) Contract Length: 12 months Role Overview This is an excellent opportunity to join an established project team delivering significant highways and infrastructure works in Sheffield. We are particularly keen to speak with experienced Sub Agents who have a strong background in highways construction, utilities coordination, and the successful delivery of self-delivered projects. Working closely with the Project Manager and wider site management team, the successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of key sections of the works, ensuring activities are delivered safely, to programme, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The role will involve leading and coordinating a team of Site Engineers, providing technical guidance, mentoring and support, while maintaining a visible presence on site and...

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Residential Site Engineer to join our growing team on a large-scale residential development. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accurate setting out and delivery of infrastructure and housing plots, with a particular focus on roads and sewers works. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive engineer who has experience working within residential groundworks, infrastructure, or housebuilding projects. Key Responsibilities * Carry out all site setting out duties for residential developments. * Set out roads, sewers, drainage systems, foundations, plots, and associated infrastructure. * Ensure works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, and programme requirements. * Interpret and manage engineering drawings, specifications, and survey information. * Conduct site surveys and maintain accurate records of as-built information. * Liaise with site managers, subcontractors,...

Job Title: Civil Operatives (Groundworkers) - National Grid Substation Project Location: Long Lane, Whiston, Rotherham (GGP Project) Start Date: 22nd June 2026 Duration: Until 28th August 2026 Hours: 45 Hours per Week Rate: £27.00 per hour Positions Available: 2 Contract Type: Temporary We are currently recruiting for 2 experienced Civil Operatives/Groundworkers to join a major National Grid substation project in Rotherham on behalf of a leading energy infrastructure contractor. This is an excellent opportunity for operatives with previous substation experience who are competent in excavation, ducting, drainage, and associated civil works within a high-voltage environment. Duties will include: Surface water, foul water, and oily water drainage installations HV & LV ducting works and draw pit installations Installation of HV & LV precast troughs Excavation works and safe digging practices Blinding and concrete placement to foundations Reinstatement of excavations,...

Civils Construction Manager The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Civils Construction Manager to oversee the delivery of a complex civils package on a live operational manufacturing site in Rotherham. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a strong site presence, exceptional contractor management skills, and the ability to safely deliver high-risk civils activities within a regulated environment. The successful candidate will take ownership of all civils works from mobilisation through to completion, ensuring delivery to programme, specification, quality standards, and health & safety requirements. Scope of Works The project includes: * CFA Piling * Sheet Piling * Excavation Works * Contaminated Soil Removal * Reinforced Concrete Slabs * Reinforced Concrete Ground Beams * Coordination of Follow-On Civils Activities Key Responsibilities * Lead all day-to-day civils activities on site. * Manage subcontractors...

Quantity Surveyor (NEC / Rail & Civils) South Yorkshire or Kent (Hybrid / Flexible) Up to £500 a day (Inside IR35)  Certain Advantage is hiring for a Quantity Surveyor based either in South Yorkshire or Kent, or predominantly remote in the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing specialist engineering contractor delivering complex geotechnical and structural projects across the UK. This role is a 6-month initial contract (likely to be extended) with a hybrid, flexible working model and requires very minimal travel.  Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with strong NEC competency, looking to work on varied projects, from major rail schemes to complex structural and geotechnical assets, where your confidence to manage variations, push back on clients, and protect commercial positions will make a direct impact? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business unit within a major environmental and engineering group. The Company We are...

Artisan Recruit are currently looking for experienced TIG Welders experince working aling side pipefitters to join our workshop team in Swadlincote. This is an initial 8-week temporary assignment with the potential to become permanent for the right candidates. The Role Working within our workshop, you will be involved in the fabrication, fitting and welding of stainless steel pipework systems. Candidates should be comfortable carrying out both welding and pipefitting duties as part of the role. Requirements * Proven TIG welding experience on 316 stainless steel pipework * Knowledge within process, food, beverage or pharmaceutical environments * Experience working with SCH10 and SCH40 stainless steel pipe * BPE (pharmaceutical-grade) experience highly desirable * Orbital welding experience would be advantageous * Ability to read and interpret engineering and fabrication drawings * Ability to pass in-house welding qualification tests * High standards of workmanship and attention to...

Nelson Permanent Placements are currently recruiting for Pipefitters to join our client who are a market-leading Engineering Contractor working in their workshop in Swadlincote As a Pipefitter you will be required to fit Stainless Steel Process Pipework to a high standard. * Sheet Metal Fabrication and Reading from technical drawings. Pipefitter/Welder Requirements: * 2-3 years’ experience as a Pipefitter (within Food & Bev/Dairy, Oil & Gas or Petrochemical). * Experience of workshop prefab * Read drawings and cut pipe to suit * Proven knowledge in Sch Stainless steel Pipefitting * You must have your own gear, PPE, overalls and tools including grinders for prepping How to Apply: Please send your CV to the email address detailed below. Should you wish to discuss other opportunities in your area, you are welcome to contact our friendly recruitment team. This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd. The services of Nelson Permanent...

Hays Civil Engineering are working with a leading Tier 1 contractor to recruit an experienced General Foreman for a major pipeline infrastructure project in North Leicestershire. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering key utilities infrastructure within a long-term programme of works. Your new role As General Foreman, you will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme requirements. You will play a key role in coordinating teams on site and driving productivity across pipeline construction activities. Key Responsibilities Supervising site teams including operatives, subcontractors and plant Managing daily site activities on pipeline and associated civils works Ensuring all works are carried out safely and in line with HSE standards Delivering works in line with programme and productivity targets Conducting briefings, toolbox talks, and...

Site Agent - Pipeline ProjectNorth Leicestershire | Temporary Hays Civil Engineering are working with a leading Tier 1 contractor to recruit an experienced Site Agent for a major pipeline infrastructure project in North Leicestershire. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nationally recognised business delivering key utilities infrastructure as part of a long-term investment programme. Your new role As Site Agent, you will take overall responsibility for the safe, timely and commercially compliant delivery of pipeline works on site. You will be the key point of contact for operational delivery, ensuring standards, programme milestones and client expectations are met. Key responsibilities Managing day-to-day site operations on pipeline and associated civils works Leading site teams including engineers, supervisors and subcontractors Ensuring work is delivered in line with programme, budget, and quality expectations Maintaining high standards of health, safety and...

Tunnelling Electrician - TBM (Herrenknecht) Location: North East England Rate: Up to £400 per shift Contract: Temporary to Permanent Shift Pattern: Rotating Days and Nights We are recruiting experienced Tunnelling Electricians to join a major infrastructure project in North East England, working on a Herrenknecht Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM). This position offers long-term project work with the opportunity to secure permanent employment following a successful temporary assignment. Role Overview As part of the TBM maintenance team, you will be responsible for maintaining the safe and efficient operation of tunnelling equipment through planned maintenance activities, fault diagnosis, and breakdown response. Key Responsibilities Carry out electrical maintenance and fault-finding on Herrenknecht TBMs and associated backup systems. Diagnose and repair faults on motors, drives, PLC-controlled equipment, conveyors, pumps, and ventilation systems. Undertake planned preventative...

Tunnelling Electrician - TBM (Herrenknecht) Location: North East England Rate: Up to £400 per shift Contract: Temporary to Permanent Shift Pattern: Rotating Days and Nights We are recruiting experienced Tunnelling Electricians to join a major infrastructure project in North East England, working on a Herrenknecht Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM). This position offers long-term project work with the opportunity to secure permanent employment following a successful temporary assignment. Role Overview As part of the TBM maintenance team, you will be responsible for maintaining the safe and efficient operation of tunnelling equipment through planned maintenance activities, fault diagnosis, and breakdown response. Key Responsibilities Carry out electrical maintenance and fault-finding on Herrenknecht TBMs and associated backup systems. Diagnose and repair faults on motors, drives, PLC-controlled equipment, conveyors, pumps, and ventilation systems. Undertake planned preventative...

Project Manager - Utilities (Shaft Sinking / AMP8 Framework) Location: North West (United Utilities Framework) Salary: Competitive + Package (DOE) Job Type: Permanent ________________________________________ About the Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex water and wastewater infrastructure schemes as part of the United Utilities AMP8 framework. This is a key permanent role for a candidate with a proven background in shaft sinking, deep excavation, and major civil engineering works, looking to take ownership of high-value projects within a secure long-term programme. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities * Lead the successful delivery of shaft sinking and associated utilities projects from inception through to completion * Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget * Manage project teams, site managers, subcontractors, and supply chain partners * Maintain full compliance with United...

Site Manager - Utilities (Shaft Sinking / AMP8) Location: North West (United Utilities Framework) Salary: Competitive + Package (DOE) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent About the Role We are looking for an experienced Site Manager to support the delivery of AMP8 projects across the United Utilities framework. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in shaft sinking, deep excavations, and complex civil engineering works within the water sector. You will play a critical role in ensuring successful project delivery, maintaining compliance with United Utilities standards, and driving high levels of safety, quality, and efficiency on site. Key Responsibilities Lead site operations on shaft sinking and associated civil engineering works as part of AMP8 delivery Ensure compliance with United Utilities standards, specifications, and processes Manage and coordinate subcontractors, site teams, and supply chain partners Deliver works safely, on programme, and within...

My client are a national civil engineering contractor who are currently seeking a Site Manager to help deliver a large civils and infrastructure package. Site Manager Responsibilities: * Toolbox talks * Day to day management and running of the site. * Client Liaison. * Health and safety compliance. * RAMS * Ordering Materials. Site Manager Requirements: * Black or Gold CSCS * SSSTS or SMSTS * Previous experience managing large civils packages. The next steps to apply for the role! Click the apply button and send your CV