18 operations manager jobs found

Manufacturing Adviser / Manufacturing Consultant Contract Lengths – 9 Months Location: Cambridge / Ipswich / East Anglia (Hybrid & Site-Based) Hourly Rate: £25 per hour / Ltd Company / Outside IR35 Help Manufacturing Businesses Improve Productivity, Efficiency and Growth This company is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Adviser / Consultant to support ambitious manufacturing and engineering businesses across the Cambridge and Ipswich region. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing professional who enjoys working directly with business leaders to identify improvement opportunities, increase productivity, optimise processes and deliver measurable operational improvements. About the Role Working with a portfolio of manufacturing SMEs, you will help businesses improve operational performance through practical, commercially focused advice and implementation support. You will work closely with senior leadership teams, operations managers and...

Delta V Systems Engineer – Contract – Remote Location: Remote This is an excellent opportunity to join a major client, supporting the successful operation of a major energy plant. The role will be supporting the DCS and Instrumentation assets and the successful engineer must be highly proficient in all aspects of Emerson Delta V. This is a wide ranging role, potentially long term role, and can be based remote with access to client systems. This role is outside IR35. Role & Responsibilities * Expertise in Emerson Delta V is essential. * Role will be taking on a number of tasks including, but not limited to, merging Delta V databases. * Responsible for creating procedures, checks and balances before and after the implementation of the database merge. * Identification of potential database conflicts ahead of scheduled merge. * Engineer will have remote access to standalone simulator to aid with migration and progression of works. * Supporting the DCS and...

Engineering Planner or Maintenance Coordinator   Days Monday - Friday.   The Engineering Planner / Engineering Maintenance Planner   Working with a market-leading manufacturer on contract for 12 months PAYE and Outside IR35 options available £200 - £300  per day Location 12 Months Ealing The Engineering Planner/ Engineering Maintenance Planner will work closely with Site Engineering Manager and Engineering Team Leaders, to maximize the performance of engineering operations and will be responsible for the work planning of the maintenance team and contract labour, including shutdowns and PPMs. Main duties of Engineering Planner/ Engineering Maintenance Planner:   ·The leadership of the maintenance shutdown coordination, establishing best engineering practices ·Control and populate the engineering shift plan for all engineering personnel across all disciplines including contractors ·To chair weekly scheduling meetings for planned activities ·Control, populate and...

Site Manager   Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Project Type: Major Infrastructure / Fencing Works Duration: Long-Term Opportunity Employment Type: Freelance (Outside IR35)   We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to oversee fencing works on a major infrastructure project in Aylesbury. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the safe and efficient delivery of site operations, ensuring works are completed to programme, quality standards, and client requirements.   Key Responsibilities ·Manage day-to-day site activities and workforce. ·Coordinate subcontractors, plant, materials, and logistics. ·Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. ·Monitor project progress and report to senior management. ·Conduct site inspections, toolbox talks, and safety briefings. ·Maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. ·Ensure works are delivered in accordance with programme and specification....

Position: Commissioning Engineer Location: West Midlands (Birmingham/Coleshill Area) Rate Guide: £475.00 Per Day (Outside IR35) Our client is a Tier 1 D&B Contractor operating predominantly in the water industry who have been awarded a programme of work to deliver non-infrastructure water and wastewater projects for Severn Trent Water and they are recruiting for an EICA Commissioning Engineer to help deliver these projects. This role will be based on sites in the South of the Severn Trent Water region, including Coleshill, Minworth and other projects in the area around Birmingham. Reporting to the Commissioning Manager, you will be managing all commissioning activities ensuring work is undertaken safely in accordance with Company procedures, specifications and good working practices. Key responsibilities will include: Carry out Commissioning Engineers R&R's and deliver schemes in a safe compliant manner. Review and monitoring of MEICA related Project risks. Attend...

Project Engineer / Manager | Pharma | Devon | Contract | Outside IR35 We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer / Manager to lead CAPEX projects focused on dust extraction and related engineering improvements. The successful candidate will also spearhead the planning and delivery of a site-wide improvement programme focused on DSEAR compliance within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This opportunity will suit someone who is comfortable working with both internal stakeholders and external contractors within a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment. Strong technical knowledge is essential, but equally important are excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. With established contractors already in place, a strong pipeline of work, and continued long-term investment across the site, this is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team and deliver meaningful projects with the support of experienced internal resources. Key...

Astute's Power Team are partnering with a Leading EPC Contractor within the Energy Sector. We are currently recruiting for a HV Electrical Commissioning Engineer to join their Open Cycle Gas Turbine project based in Stewartby, Bedfordshire. The HV Electrical Commissioning Engineer position comes with a day rate from £550.00 to £575.00 per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Lead and coordinate all high-voltage (HV) commissioning activities associated with the 298MW OCGT plant, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient delivery in line with project milestones. Execute detailed HV commissioning plans, switching schedules, and energisation procedures, aligned with the overall project commissioning strategy and grid connection programme. Supervise and manage pre-commissioning and commissioning of HV systems, including GIS/AIS switchgear, power transformers, generator step-up (GSU) transformers, protection & control systems, and grid interface...

Infinity Employment are seeking Quality Engineers to work on behalf of our Industry leading client, specialising in providing Engineering Solutions to various sectors. You will be responsible for fully supporting the Quality Manager in maintaining company quality expectations through compliance to company policies, system procedures, work instructions and specifications. Driving improvements, the Quality Engineer will ensure the timely completion of 8D investigations and be the first point of contact for any quality escalations. This contract will be based in Worcestershire for a 6-month contract, highly likely to be extended. Must have experience within a manufacturing environment. For the right candidates, more contracts will follow. £25-£30 p/h LTD (Outside IR35) * Mon – Friday 40 hours based on site. * £25-£30 p/h LTD (Outside IR35) Key Responsibilities * Provide day-to-day quality support to production and lineside operations * Assist manufacturing teams with...

Job Title: Civil Design Engineer (Infra / Non-Infra) Salary: Contract: up to £60 per hour (outside IR35) Permanent: £45,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience) Location: Leeds Type: Contract or Permanent (hybrid working available) About the Role: Our client is seeking a Civil Design Engineer with experience across either infrastructure or non-infrastructure water projects to support delivery within the Yorkshire Water framework. This is a varied role covering both clean and wastewater projects, ranging from network and pipeline upgrades through to treatment works and facility-based civils. You will be involved across the full design lifecycle including feasibility, optioneering, detailed design, and construction support. About the Client: Our client is a well-established engineering consultancy operating within the UK water and infrastructure sector. They are delivering long-term secured work across key utility frameworks, with a strong pipeline of both network and...

NES Fircroft are currently recruiting for a Site EHS Advisor for our client, who are a global, industry leader in energy technology, working on several major substation and grid upgrade projects across the UK.   Site EHS Advisor   Location: Argyll, Scotland Duration: 12 months   Outside IR35   Role   Site EHS Advisors are responsible for providing primarily operational EHS support to the Site Manager and the site organization. They are expected to provide visible, strong, and active EHS leadership within the project, acting as champions for zero harm, environmental protection, a sustainable future, and wellbeing.   Key Responsibilities & Duties   Formally and publicly accept the role to provide visible, strong and active EHS leadership within the project, acting as a champion for zero harm, environment, sustainable future and wellbeing. Additionally, in regard to the project execution phases they will:   Dispatch Phase   • Verify hazardous substances and...

Mechanical Project Engineer Based in Dagenham £450 Day Rate Outside IR35 6 Month Rolling Contract The Role We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to deliver CAPEX projects from concept through to commissioning at our industrial site. Working as part of a collaborative engineering team, you will manage the full project lifecycle while overseeing contractors, ensuring technical excellence and maintaining the highest safety standards. This role will support the delivery of an annual £4–6 million CAPEX programme as part of a wider long-term investment strategy. Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Project Engineer Manage projects from concept, design and budgeting through to commissioning and handover. Develop project scopes, schedules and cost estimates. Coordinate and manage contractors, including tendering and on-site performance. Lead mechanical engineering activities, particularly pipework modifications, pumps and valves. Ensure compliance with...

Mechanical Design Engineer   6 month contract  Rate: £38.00 - £42.00p/h Middlesborough / Darlington / Hartlepool / Sunderland SolidWorks / PDM I am currently recruiting on behalf of a key client-based Teesside who are globally recognised engineering and manufacturing business operating across several high-profile industries including defence, marine & offshore. Due to a new project win, they are looking for experienced Mechanical Design Engineers & Draughtsman to join their team on an interim basis for an initial 3–6-month contract. For this position, you will be required to conduct the following daily duties: 3D modelling in SolidWorks - designing enclosure modifications, bespoke brackets, manifolds and internal component layouts Supporting, updating and maintaining existing 3D models and engineering drawings Finalising and issuing manufacturing drawings to the required standard Defining and applying appropriate tolerances across all designed components Attending...

Electrical Commissioning Engineer -  Water & Wastewater Treatment Location: Birmingham Rate: £475 p/d (Outside IR35/LTD Company) Duration: 12 Months+ Sector: Water/Wastewater Are you a Commissioning Engineer looking for a new role in the Water/Wastewater sector? This role is looking for an experienced contractor to join a patch of 3 projects in the Birmingham region Your Responsibilities: ·Conduct comprehensive commissioning activities on clean and Wastewater sites. ·Manage instrumentation and panel operations with precision and efficiency. ·Interpret complex technical documentation and execute various low voltage electrical tasks. ·Demonstrate proficiency in fault-finding, diagnostics, and modifications, ensuring optimal performance. ·Collaborate with Systems Integrators for seamless commissioning and system modifications. ·Provide training sessions and support to internal teams and clients as needed. ·Uphold strict health, safety, and quality standards,...

Site Engineer   Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Project Type: Major Infrastructure / Fencing Works Duration: Long-Term Opportunity Employment Type: Freelance (Outside IR35)   We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join our team on a long-term fencing package within a major infrastructure project based in Aylesbury. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys being involved in both the technical and operational aspects of project delivery.   Key Responsibilities ·Interpret and work from engineering designs and construction drawings. ·Carry out setting out activities and maintain accurate site records. ·Produce and manage as-built information. ·Support the day-to-day planning, coordination, and delivery of works. ·Liaise with site management, subcontractors, and client representatives. ·Ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to specification. ·Assist with progress reporting and programme management.   Requirements...

Contract Project Manager Location: Bristol (Hybrid - 4 days onsite) Rate: £430 - £475 per day Duration: Initial 6-month contract IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Start Date: ASAP We are supporting an innovative engineering organisation in Bristol operating within a safety-critical software environment within the aerospace and regulated engineering sector. The role requires a Project Manager with demonstrable experience delivering regulated or safety-critical software / engineering programmes, ideally within environments influenced by aerospace, defence, or similar high-assurance industries. This is a delivery improvement role focused on strengthening project governance, planning discipline, risk management, reporting standards, and delivery visibility across complex technical software development workstreams. You will be working closely with engineering and technical teams operating within structured lifecycle and assurance frameworks, where delivery confidence, traceability, and...

Quantity Surveyor  – Outside IR35 | Remote (UK Travel Required) Contract | Leading Global Power & Energy Projects We’re seeking an experienced Contract Manager to join a major engineering organisation driving some of the UK’s most complex infrastructure and energy projects. This is a remote role with UK site visits, operating Outside IR35 As a Contract Manager, you will oversee a portfolio of contracts and project assignments, ensuring full adherence to established contract and claims management frameworks. You’ll act as a trusted advisor to project teams, providing clarity, leadership and commercial precision across all contractual matters. Key Responsibilities: Manage an assigned portfolio of contracts or project-specific agreements, ensuring compliance with contract and claims management methodologies. Provide leadership and expert guidance to cross‑functional teams on all contract-related matters. Build effective contract strategies aligned with company policies,...

Project Design Engineer (Water Industry) Contract | Outside IR35 |Remote The company is a specialist engineering consultancy providing innovative solutions across the UK water sector. They deliver integrated hydraulic modelling, MEICA and civil engineering design services for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Their senior-led team supports Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors with practical, buildable and value-engineered solutions. The Opportunity Due to continued growth, they are seeking experienced Project Design Engineers, Mechanical Project Designers, Electrical Project Designers and Civil Project Designers to support the delivery of water and wastewater projects across the UK. These are opportunities operating outside IR35, suitable for professionals who can lead multidisciplinary design packages from concept through detailed design. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and coordination of multidisciplinary design solutions. Manage project design...

Fleet Engineer - Rail Midlands £350 - £450 per day (outside IR35) TXM Recruit are seeking for a Fleet Engineer to play a critical role within a major rail client, providing effective Fleet Engineering and technical support to depot production and third-party maintainers. The Fleet Engineer plays a key role in maintaining and enhancing vehicle maintenance programmes and technical documentation. This position provides daily engineering support across the fleet, leads technical investigations, and drives engineering improvements to enhance safety, reliability, performance, and whole-life cost efficiency. Key Accountabilities Ownership of Fleet Engineering activities and vehicle maintenance documentation to ensure that the client’s fleet are maintained to the highest standards to meet safety, compliance, reliability, availability and customer outcomes. Ensure that adequate measurement exists for both train safety and fleet technical performance.  Set up and monitor suitable...