47 jobs found in Abergavenny

Our client BAE Systems, a leading player in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Product Development Engineer for a 12-month contract based in Glascoed. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support the design and development of defence products. Working four days a week on site, with Fridays off, you will be involved in a wide range of engineering activities across the entire product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Supporting the product design and systems engineering activities for both new and legacy products Conducting and managing product and process design, development, testing, manufacturing, and evaluation activities Ensuring safety remains the highest priority in all working practices Planning, executing, and reporting on product trials in a safe and suitable manner Applying effective Engineering Governance throughout the product development lifecycle, supporting design reviews from concept to disposal Maintaining and configuring Engineering...

Hours and Salary * Fixed Term Contract Maternity Cover to end of December 2026 * Monday - Thursday, 8:00am to 4:30pm * Friday, 8:00am to 1:30pm * Up to £36,000 Scope of Responsibilities The External Supply Chain Planner Lead is responsible for executing ERP-driven supply plans with external suppliers, ensuring material availability to meet production needs while proactively managing risks, capacity constraints, and schedule adherence. This role focuses on the tactical and operational dimensions of supplier management (not commercial negotiation) and plays a critical part in ensuring supply continuity, performance monitoring, and alignment with the production plan. Key Responsibilities and Duties ERP Supply Plan Execution * Interpret and action MRP outputs to create, adjust, and expedite purchase orders and supplier schedules. * Resolve discrepancies between ERP plans and supplier commitments. * Lead order error resolution for supply base. * Monitor...

We are currently seeking an experienced Site Supervisor for an initial 3‑month contract, with a strong likelihood of extension subject to client satisfaction. About the Role The successful candidate will have proven experience working on structured cabling projects, including both copper and fibre installations. You will be responsible for supervising a small team of engineers, ensuring that all works are completed to a high standard and delivered on time. Key Responsibilities * Oversee day‑to‑day site activities * Manage and support a team of engineers * Ensure project deadlines and milestones are met * Maintain high standards of health and safety on site * Coordinate with project managers and clients as required * Ensure quality control and adherence to installation standards Requirements * Strong background in structured cabling (copper & fibre) * Previous experience in a supervisory or lead engineer role * Excellent communication and...

Engineering/Test Technician  Initial 6-month contract – high likelihood for extension (or made permanent) A global company at the forefront of its tech sector are looking for an Engineering Technician to join their hardware test and validation team in Cardiff. The successful candidate will be responsible for test operations, which validate products developed by the engineering teams prior to production/industrialisation. You will perform manual test operations and use automated test processes including, but not limited to, jigs and fixtures, interfaces and graphical user interfaces to support product validation processes and to improve tests. This contract would be suitable for an apprentice trained, or experienced, electronics technician, a recent electronics graduate, or an individual working towards a HNC would also be considered

BMSL are looking for Process Electricians for a project in the Llantrisant area. 6 months work Contract Rate: £27.00 p/hr Duties will include the following. * Wiring RIO to instrument * RIO installation * Instrument installation * Wiring process skids * Control panel installation * Panel terminations * Controls cable installation If you would like to discuss the position further, please apply with your CV

Job Description: Test Engineer (Electromechanical) Location: Clevedon Contract: 12–24 months minimum (strong extension potential) This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of a recruitment agency working in partnership with a global manufacturer of specialist equipment for the semiconductor and electronics sector. Due to a sustained increase in orders driven by advanced technology and a strong market position, the business is expanding and investing heavily in its site. This growth is creating long-term contract opportunities for skilled engineers. Salary & Shifts (PAYE) Early Shift: £21.98 – £25.01 per hour Monday to Thursday 06:00 – 14:00 Friday 06:00 – 11:30 Late Shift: £23.89 – £25.17 per hour Monday to Wednesday 14:30 – 00:30 Thursday 14:30 – 00:00 No Fridays Additional Options: Fixed early, late or day shifts available Overtime: 1.75x weekday overtime 2.0x weekend overtime Contractor Benefits Annual pay reviews Contractor incentive schemes Annual bonus schemes 25 days...

Machine / Production Operatives Location: Clevedon Contract: Initially 6 months (long-term opportunity / potential to go permanent) Pay: £14.65ph + 17% shift allowance + holiday + pension. Shifts: Rotating Monday to Thursday: 05:50-14:00 & 13:50-22:00 Fridays: 05:50-11:20 & 11:10-16:40 – EARLY FRIDAY FINISH! This exciting role is working for global engineering company with numerous sites in the UK. It’s a hands-on role within a busy engineering production environment, supporting the manufacture of precision components. You will be operating machinery, carrying out quality checks, and ensuring production runs safely, smoothly, and to a high standard. Why apply? This is a great opportunity to expand your skills on high-precision machinery while working for a respected, long-standing manufacturer. The role offers a competitive salary with shift allowance, holiday, and pension benefits. Key Responsibilities * Operating engineering machinery including CNC machines,...

Buyer Operational Buyer required for an ongoing contract at an engineering manufacturing company in Clevedon. This is a hybrid role with 3 days working onsite and 2 days per week working from home. Pay rate is £16.50 per hour to £18.00 per hour (PAYE). Responsible for Ensuring continued supplier performance (on time delivery, cost and quality). Raising purchase orders Reacting to MRP system messages to expedite, defer or cancel open order lines. Issuing RFQs, drawing releases, analysing quotes and setting up new part replenishment profile. Resolve issues relating to accuracy of deliveries, quality rejects, invoice queries, overdue orders and production shortages. Identifying savings opportunities through benchmarking, value engineering & optimising replenishment methods. Working with Engineering to manage obsolete and replacement parts. Raising temporary permits (concessions) and engineering changes. Requirements Minimum 3 years’ experience in Procurement / Purchasing...

Are you a CNC Operator looking for an exciting opportunity? Do you have a cnc or precision background or machine operation background looking to get into the sectors? Does a great company that provides you with routine but flexibility tick your boxes? Then get in touch! Kingston Barnes has an exciting opportunity for a CNC Operator for one of our clients on a temp to perm basis The Company: With the company's success continuing to grow steadily, they are looking at expanding the work force on site in order to maintain production levels. They are a market leader within a highly profitable industry and are looking forward to another successful year within this marketplace. The business has shown consistent growth as a first Tier supplier and is constantly developing new systems to maintain their competitive advantage in existing markets. The successful CNC Operator will receive support and development which will provide you with an excellent opportunity to further yourself and...

Machine Operator x4 (12-Week Temp to Perm) Location: Clevedon Salary: £28,243 + 17% Shift Premium (£33,044) (£18.16 per hour) Hours: 35 hours per week (rotating shifts) A leading global precision engineering manufacturer is seeking four Machine Operators to join their established site in Clevedon. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent role after an initial 12-week temporary period within a high-spec, regulated manufacturing environment. The Role You will be working within a busy engineering environment, supporting production and ensuring work is completed to a high standard, safely and efficiently. Key Responsibilities: Operating engineering machinery (CNC, manual lathes, milling machines, polishing equipment) Setting up machines and tooling Reading and working from engineering drawings Carrying out quality checks and measurements Working to production targets and deadlines Maintaining a clean and safe working environment (5S) Following...

Operational Buyer – Ongoing Contract Location: Clevedon (Hybrid) Pay Rate: £16.50 – £18.00 per hour Company: BMR Solutions Ltd (on behalf of our client) BMR Solutions are hiring an Operational Buyer for a leading engineering business in Clevedon. This is a great opportunity to step into a fast-paced, high-tech environment on an ongoing contract with hybrid flexibility. The role You will take ownership of a supplier portfolio, driving on-time delivery, cost control, and quality performance while supporting production and supply chain continuity. Key responsibilities * Raise and manage purchase orders across multiple systems * Act on MRP signals to expedite, defer, or cancel orders * Issue RFQs, analyse quotes, and support new part set-up * Resolve supplier issues including delays, quality, and invoice queries * Prevent shortages and keep production running smoothly * Identify cost-saving opportunities and support continuous improvement * Work with Engineering...

Shipping & Export Administrator (Ongoing Contract) Clevedon (On-site) £16.50 per hour Agency: BMR Solutions BMR Solutions are working in partnership with a leading advanced manufacturing business in Clevedon to recruit a Shipping & Export Administrator on an ongoing contract basis. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where you’ll play a key part in ensuring the smooth and compliant shipment of systems, upgrades and spare parts worldwide. You’ll act as a central coordination point across the factory, supporting logistics, calibration, and stock visibility. The Role * Ensure all systems, upgrades, and spares are shipped daily in line with business requirements * Liaise with shipping partners to secure capacity and meet deadlines * Coordinate and support the calibration process across the site * Continuously review and improve processes in collaboration with internal teams * Track systems held in offsite storage and support customer communication *...

Warehouse Team Leaders (Electrical & Mechanical Based) 📍 Clevedon 💰 £23.84 – Days - X1 – 06:00 – 14:00pm shift 💰 £25.91 – Lates X1 – 14:30pm – 00:00pm shift  📄 Full Time, ongoing 🏭 Manufacturing / Production / Electrical / Mechanical 🚀 About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for two experienced Team Leaders to join one of the UK’s leading and rapidly expanding manufacturers based in Clevedon. This innovative organisation specialises in advanced manufacturing solutions for microelectronic devices, including semiconductors and display technologies, and is a global leader in environmental technology that reduces harmful emissions. 🔩 Key Responsibilities Lead a team of up to 15 within electrical and mechanical assembly Act as a first-line decision maker on the shop floor Oversee day-to-day manufacturing activities Ensure product quality and on-time delivery targets are met Support, train, and develop team members, including performance reviews Work...

PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING: **Recognising the RESTRICTED nature of the work suitable candidates will be eligible for BPSS baseline level of security clearance** Our client, a world leader in aerospace and defence manufacturing, is looking for an individual to assist the Security Management team at their site in Bristol This role will help deliver a robust Security framework that protects the client from the prevailing threat environment, however they are NOT looking for a Security Guard but someone with a demonstratable interest in security The role has a specific focus on driving physical security and security systems projects to successful completion. The role requires hyper-responsive stakeholder communication and timely issue resolution, troubleshooting areas for remedial action, development and varied security administrative and process adherence support across the Filton site and wider UK function where applicable Duties: You will work directly in support of the Head of...

Tasks include: • Designing repairs and Allowable Damage Limits (AOL's) for composite and/ or metallic damage through to repair of major structural components. • Interrogating published documentation relating to release of the aircraft to service. Typically, the work will involve liaison with Fatigue & Damage Tolerance, Static Stress, Aerodynamics, M&P and Authoring teams, and will also appropriate Airbus departments internationally. In addition, all team members are expected to support initiatives for change management to improve team efficiency with particular emphasis on methods and process. You will also be able to demonstrate: • Excellent communication skills. • Robust engineering understanding (preferably aeronautical based). • Knowledge of aircraft structures (composite and/ or metallic). • Ability to read and interrogate engineering drawings and associated documentation (SRM, AMM... ). • Manage technical queries to identify the most practical,...

Instrumentation and Controls Engineer (Training on Hydrogen) Filton, Bristol £35-£60 per hour DOE Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 12-months * YOU MUST BE ABLE TO TRAVEL INTERNATIONALLY TO EUROPE, THE USA AND CANADA WITHOUT RESTRICTIONS * Are you an Electrical or Controls Engineer who is looking for a new long term contract on an exciting new hydrogen project where you will receive full training on the company's hydrogen systems? This is an amazing opportunity for an engineer with experience working on gas piping and control systems who wants to join the exciting and rapidly growing hydrogen sector on a new project. This company are working alongside one of the largest aerospace companies in the UK to help build a brand new hydrogen project at one of their sites. The role will be based in Filton Mon-Fri with international travel to Canada for initial training required. There will also be the opportunity for wider travel across Europe and the US. This is an ideal position...

Site Manager (Hydrogen Project) Filton, Bristol £35-£60 per hour DOE Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 12-months * YOU MUST BE ABLE TO TRAVEL INTERNATIONALLY TO EUROPE, THE USA AND CANADA WITHOUT RESTRICTIONS * Are you a Site Manager who is looking for a new long term contract on an exciting new hydrogen project where you will receive full training on the specifics of the company's hydrogen systems? This is an amazing opportunity for a Site Manager who wants to join the exciting and rapidly growing hydrogen sector where they will gain great experience on a rapidly growing sector at an international company. This company are working alongside one of the largest aerospace companies in the UK to help build a brand new hydrogen project at one of their sites. The role will be based in Filton Mon-Fri with international travel to Canada for initial training required. There will also be the opportunity for wider travel across Europe and the US. This is an ideal position for a Site...

Fuel Systems Engineer Certain Advantage are hiring for a Fuel Systems Engineer based in Filton on a hybrid basis. The role will entail engineering activities associated with continued product development. The successful individual will need to have a background in aerospace engineering with a good knowledge of the associated regulations, system design principles and verification & validation. Your responsibilities: Equipment qualification – Support the review of new Equipment Design Evolution Sheets from supplier, Specification updates and qualification of equipment due to scope creep of requirements in service Production Support – Support queries from the various production lines on items such as test failures and improvement projects Development modifications support – Work on providing inputs to modifications required for the development of the system including engineer variant changes, performance changes and changes related to equipment updates Problem...

Aerospace R&T Manufacturing Engineer Certain Advantage is hiring for a Manufacturing Engineer based in the Filton area. This role is on a contract basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with a Manufacturing business that operates in the Aerospace sector. They design, manufacture and deliver industry-leading commercial aircraft, and a separate Space and Defence division. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for an Aerospace R&T Manufacturing Engineer—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Development and delivery of an industrial plan for wing research. Working with the jigs and tooling team, and component suppliers. Generation and validation of manufacturing capability documentation. Working across the design and...

LEAD FEM Engineer Certain Advantage is hiring for a Lead FEM Engineer based in the Filton area. This role is on a contract basis and is hybrid-based. The Company We’re working with a Manufacturing business that operates in the Aerospace sector. They design, manufacture and deliver industry-leading commercial aircraft, and a separate Space and Defence division. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Lead FEM Engineer—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-orientated and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Support the development of GFEM and DFEM projects across all Programmes Analyse and Validate FE and Stress data Deliver digital solutions to optimise Wing structure enablement processesThe Individual We’re looking for people who can show: Educated to degree level in Aerospace Engineering...