17 skilled operative jobs found

Job Title Civil Technical Engineering Manager - Ancillary Works Location: London or Bristol (hybrid working), with regular travel to the Sizewell C site in Suffolk Contract: Inside IR35, ongoing Closing Date: 17 February 2026 ________________________________________ Job Purpose / Overview The Engineering & Technical (E&T) function is a fundamental part of the Civil Works Programme, responsible for defining and assuring the design, engineering, and technical requirements across the project. The team leads the full lifecycle of design delivery-from requirements definition through to final acceptance-while managing budgets, resources, and supply chain interfaces. It also ensures constructability and effective design coordination across Civil Works, Site Establishment, and Off-Site Infrastructure. As Civil Technical Engineering Manager - Ancillary Works, you will support the definition and validation of technical requirements and specifications, working closely with...

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Manufacturing Assembly & Integration Engineer Lead on an initial 12-month contract basis. As the Manufacturing Assembly & Integration Engineer your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Role: Manufacturing Assembly & Integration Engineer Pay: £32 - £35 per hour Umbrella rate Location: Bolton Contract: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week, 12 months IR35 Status: Inside SC Clearance: SC however can start on BPSS Responsibilities Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process using FMEA's, FAI's etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process. Route card changes as a result or rework activities. Management of...

Our client has an opportunity for a Conformance Manager/Quality Engineer to join them on a contract basis until November 2026. You will be Providing guidance and delegation of tasks to Product Quality Control and Quality Assurance Engineering personnel and co-operating with other functional departments. Role: Conformance Manager/Quality Engineer Location: Belfast - fully onsite Hours: 36 per week Clearance: BPSS required before starting Hourly Rate: £31.90 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 What you'll be doing: Providing guidance and delegation of tasks to Product Quality Control and Quality Assurance Engineering personnel and co-operating with other functional departments. Developing and maintaining Quality documentation and procedures. Collecting and analysing data on non-conforming products to enable corrective action to be taken. Supporting MRB/CAB activity. Preparing and maintaining Quality product, First Article Inspection Report, Inspection and MRB delegation plans....

Role: Assembly Operator Location: Ansty Park, Coventry Duration: 9 months Rate: £18.03/hour Inside IR35: PAYE Swing Shift- 6 am-2pm 2pm-10pm About our client: Our client is a global engineering company specializing in advanced aerospace and defence technologies. They are known for innovation, high-quality standards, and delivering complex solutions for critical programmes. The role: Operate assembly fixtures and associated machinery Set up and changeover of fixtures required for build plan. Guage and measure and record features on products in line with process standards. Maintain and carry out Safety, Quality, TPM and 5 s activity. Attend and support team improvement activity. Follow company policy and procedures. Flexible in working practices at all times. Fill in route cards and any other paperwork clearly as and when required, also updating MRP confirmations. Work at all times in an environment of continuous improvement Work as a team player at all times Inspect and...

Role: Resident Electrical Engineer Location: Devonport, Plymouth Duration: 12 months Inside IR35: Umbrella The purpose: Ensure the delivery of site Quality by managing, providing advice and support, and witnessing the installation and commissioning process through construction works in the submarine refit complex. Primary focus will be Electrical activity. You will be accountable to the Lead Construction Manager for day to day planning matters. You will assist the construction and Project team by providing advice and communicating with contractors and relevant internal stakeholders to resolve site issues/ Technical Queries during construction in line with contract timescales. You will ensure the contractor adheres to the Scope of works and Change requests. You will undertake and record inspections to ensure adherence to scope and integrated test plans. The post operates as part of the Major Infrastructure Projects Business Unit. Roles& responsibilities: Ensure the...

Job Title: Mechanical Craft Person Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start Date: Subject to clearance Duration: 12 Months Pay Rate: Up to £30.38 PAYE Location: Preston Hybrid/Remote Working: On site role Hours of work: 8 &12.5 hour shifts patterns (full time) About the Role: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Technician to join our team in the nuclear sector. This is a shift-based role, requiring flexibility and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational performance. Key Responsibilities: Operate, monitor, and maintain plant equipment in accordance with strict safety and regulatory standards. Perform routine inspections, troubleshooting, and corrective maintenance to ensure plant reliability. Accurately record operational data and report any anomalies promptly. Work collaboratively with engineers and other team members to support continuous improvement initiatives. Adhere to all nuclear safety, environmental, and quality...

Our global motorcycle manufacturing client is urgently looking to fill the following role: CNC Machinist - Mastercam - £23-£25/hr (Inside IR35) - Leicestershire Job Purpose: As a CNC machinist you will play a crucial role in the production process working alongside a skilled team of engineers and technicians, producing one-off and limited runs of prototype components to aid the wider team in the development of new models of motorbikes to bring to the global market. Your expertise in all aspects of machining techniques and attention to detail will ensure the quality and efficiency of our manufacturing operation. Key Responsibilities: - Read and understand engineering drawings and technical specifications to understand machining requirements. - Set up and operate CNC vertical machining centres, with CNC programming and process knowledge. - Experience operating conventional machinery including lathes, milling, and metal cutting machines. - Monitor machine performance and make...

Location: HYBRID with Aztec West, Bristol AND Supplier Visits AND Remote working. Status: Full time Contract position Mon - Fri **INSIDE IR35** Duration: 12 months (renewable) Reports to: Supplier Audit and CFSI Manager Morson Edge are delighted to present an opportunity for suitably qualified Supplier Lead Auditor to join our client's established team for work associated with a major energy infrastructure Project in Somerset. Job Purpose / Overview The Supplier Lead Auditor has responsibility for completing audits of the Project Supply Chain at locations throughout the world and on site (Somerset). The post holder is to plan, execute, report, manage audit findings and the analysis of audit results for input to the management reporting of the project. Using established audit processes, the Supplier Lead Auditor will deliver against the annual Supplier Audit Schedule. The Supplier Lead Auditor, by delivery of audit activities within the Supply Chain, provides confidence that...

Role: Civil Engineer Location: Flexible. Can be any office i.e. Glasgow, Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester, Bristol, Cardiff & Birmingham(3 days/week onsite) Duration: 6 months Rate: DOE Inside IR35: Umbrella Civil Engineer - Building Design Our client is one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms offering unparalleled opportunities for talented individuals in search of a rewarding career. Our client is looking for a civil engineer to support our Clients around the UK and overseas in a range of exciting and unique design and construction projects. This position will form part of our client's national Building Design Practice in a growing Civil Engineering team. The role will be non-location specific with the opportunity to work remotely or within any of our UK offices to reflect our flexible working practice. The role will offer a challenging and rewarding opportunity to apply knowledge, experience and problem-solving skills whilst providing good...

Refrigeration Engineer - Environmental Test Chambers Location: Cheltenham (on‑site) Duration: 12‑month contract Status: Inside IR35 Rate: negotiable on experience ur client is seeking an experienced refrigeration engineer to join a busy, dynamic facilities and maintenance team on a 64‑acre engineering campus in Cheltenham. You will be part of a 16‑person team that includes refrigeration engineers, electricians, plumbers, labourers and a gardener, supporting critical test and production facilities across the site. The Role Day‑to‑day maintenance and management of environmental stress screening (ESS) chambers Fault finding and diagnostics on environmental chambers and associated systems Programming chambers to support product testing, including temperature, humidity and other environmental profiles Planning and supporting preventative and corrective maintenance activities Working on additional equipment such as laser wire markers, vibration systems and other specialist...

Role: Commercial Manager Location: Basingstoke(2 days/week) Duration: 6 months Rate: competitive Inside IR35 Requires Active DV clearance About the Role: We are currently recruiting for an experienced Commercial Manager provide commercial and contracts advice and support within multi-disciplined Integrated Delivery Teams and Integrated Capture Teams. This will be a demanding role with responsibility for providing commercial and contracts support to a diverse portfolio of projects from initial opportunity identification through to contract completion. You will be a strategic thinker, supporting the overall business objectives for growth and innovation (UK and International) demonstrating an awareness and forethought beyond the task at hand with a three year planning horizon. What will I be doing: You will be responsible for all aspects of commercial and contractual support including customer bidding and contracting, advising on export and import control (in support of our...

Our client has an opportunity for a Surface Technology Specialist to join them on a contract opportunity until the end of January 2027. You will work on the development, qualification and technical support of the Surface Technologies used for Corrosion Protection, Tribology and other applications of Aircraft airframe. Role: Surface Technology Specialist Location: Filton, 60% onsite Hours: 35 per week Hourly Rate: £40 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance: BPSS required to start What you'll be doing: Developing and deploying Materials, Processes and Test Technologies for mature design and build Providing corrosion protection, sealing concepts and solutions to enable design, build and operation of aircraft Ensuring reactive support for improvement projects (performance improvement / cost and time reduction) Ensuring EHS (Environment Health and Safety) regulations (REACh) thanks to eco-efficient materials and processes Adapting existing corrosion protection and sealing...

Automotive Quality Assurance Officer Aylesbury (1 Day Office, 1 Day WFH, 3 Days Travelling) £25.00 - £30.00per hour (Inside IR35 / Umbrella Company) 3 - 6 Month Contract (+ Extension or T2P) Monday - Friday / Days (37.5hours per week) Are you a Quality Assurance Officer from an Automotive background with a C1 Driving Licence, looking for your next immediately available, days based, long term contract role with the view to go permanent? My client is one of the UK's leading companies that specialise in Servicing, Repair & Maintenance work of Ambulances & Blue Light Vehicles. Based in Aylesbury, this organisation works to ensure that all emergency vehicles in the Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Hampshire & Buckinghamshire are operating at the highest level. In this role you will be working as a Quality Assurance Officer to ensure my clients fleet operations comply with all statutory requirements, regulations, and internal policies while leading quality control inspections...

Assembly Technician, Ware, Stanstead Abbotts up to £15p/hr doe (Inside IR35 contract) Hours - Monday-Thursday 8-5. Fridays 8-2.30 (but could change in 2026) contract until 22/5/26 Responsible for assembling parts and components to build mechanical or electrical products. Read and interpret engineering drawings, assemble parts and components accurately, test the assembled components and report any faults. Ensure that the products meet quality and safety standards. This role also involves testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing any issues that may arise. The successful Assembly Technician must be able to work safely and efficiently with hand tools, power tools, machinery, and other equipment. They must also possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Duties and responsibilities Assemble components in accordance with technical drawings. Test completed assemblies for correct operation. Perform basic maintenance on machinery and equipment. Identify and...

Job Description: Paint Sprayer on Rolling Stock Vehicles Position: Paint Sprayer Location: Milton Keynes Rate: £28.29 per hour on Earlies/Afters or £32.33 per hour on Nights (Role is Inside IR35)  Hours: Earlies: 06:00-16:00 / Afters: 12:00-22:00 / Nights: 22:00-06:00 Summary: A Paint Sprayer is responsible for applying paint and other finishes to vehicles, Vehicle components, machinery, equipment, and various surfaces using spray guns. This role involves ensuring a high-quality finish, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety protocols. Key Responsibilities: - Surface Preparation: - Cleaning, sanding, and masking surfaces prior to painting. - Ensuring surfaces are properly primed and free of defects before application. Painting and Finishing: - Mixing paints to achieve desired colours and consistencies. - Applying paint, varnish, or other finishes using spray guns or other applicators. - Achieving uniform coverage and thickness according to...

World Class Defence Organisation based in is currently looking to recruit 2x Tooling Design Engineer subcontractors.   This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer who has Tooling and Creo experience.  Previous experience of working in the defence or aerospace industry would be great.   Rate: £50.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Bolton or Stevenage – depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be a mix of onsite and remote working Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Tooling Design Engineer Job Description:   You will be part of a high performing team. You will be creating Tooling solutions on a wide variety of projects. This is a critical role collaborating with wider multi-disciplinary teams to understand...

World Class Defence Organisation based in is currently looking to recruit 2x Tooling Design Engineer subcontractors.   This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer who has Tooling and Creo experience.  Previous experience of working in the defence or aerospace industry would be great.   Rate: £50.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Bolton or Stevenage – depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be a mix of onsite and remote working Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Tooling Design Engineer Job Description:   You will be part of a high performing team. You will be creating Tooling solutions on a wide variety of projects. This is a critical role collaborating with wider multi-disciplinary teams to understand...