153 jobs found in Abingdon

Technical Support Engineering Advisor -Contract Our successful client is looking for an enthusiastic Technical Support Engineering Advisor to join their friendly, proactive team. What you’ll do as a Technical Support Engineering Advisor: * Handle technical customer calls confidently and clearly. * Read engineering drawings and identify required parts. * Work with Bills of Materials, spares, and place orders. * Support the manufacturing-to-supply process. * Take a proactive approach to problem-solving. What you’ll need as a Technical Support Engineering Advisor: * Some experience in a technical/engineering support role * Knowledge of manufacturing processes * Ability to interpret engineering drawings * Confident communication skills and a willingness to learn * A positive, can-do attitude If this Technical Support Engineering Advisor role sounds like a suitable opportunity for you, please...

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Engineering Team Leader to join an engineering department in a modern, clean FMCG environment in Tewkesbury. LOCATION: Tewkesbury Industrial Estate PAY: £20.51 + OT of x1.25 above 40 hours HOURS: Week 1: Mon-Sat 06:00-14:00 (6 shifts), Week 2: Mon-Fri 13:45-21:45 (5 shifts) DURATION: Temp to Perm after 12 weeks What You Will Be Doing Support the Engineering Manager in delivering departmental goals Supervise, train and mentor Engineers, utilising team skills effectively Coordinate and deliver planned preventative maintenance schedules Repair and test electrical and mechanical plant equipment Lead effective fault finding and resolution for high-speed automated machinery Assist with departmental paperwork, records and compliance requirements Mentor Apprenticeship candidates as appropriate Deputise for the Engineering Manager and cover for Engineers when required Participate in equipment breakdown call-out rotaWhat You Will Bring...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for an Engineering / Manufacturing Technician – Rotating Machinery on 6 month rolling contracts based in Warwickshire. Role Summary We are seeking a skilled and motivated Engineering Technician to support the manufacturing of high-performance rotary power units. This role combines hands-on technical assembly with engineering support responsibilities, ensuring products are built to specification, quality standards, and Lean manufacturing principles. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and driven by continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities · Read and interpret technical drawings and standardized work instructions. · Build and Assemble rotor components including shafts, laminations, cores, windings, bearings, and housings according to engineering specifications. · Perform gas brazing and induction brazing of copper components, ensuring proper joint integrity, alignment, and quality standards · Perform...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for an Engineering / Manufacturing Technician – Rotating Machinery on 6 month rolling contracts based in Warwickshire. Role Summary We are seeking a skilled and motivated Engineering Technician to support the manufacturing of high-performance rotary power units. This role combines hands-on technical assembly with engineering support responsibilities, ensuring products are built to specification, quality standards, and Lean manufacturing principles. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and driven by continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities · Read and interpret technical drawings and standardized work instructions. · Build and Assemble rotor components including shafts, laminations, cores, windings, bearings, and housings according to engineering specifications. · Perform gas brazing and induction brazing of copper components, ensuring proper joint integrity, alignment, and quality standards · Perform...

Engineering Project Manager 6 Month initial Contract Work Location: Stevenage Overview of department:   The role sits within the Electronics Engineering department. They are growing, dedicated and we work as a team to deliver projects. You will be managing detailed design of electronics products such as printers, small thermostats ect.   Responsibilities: Your role as a Senior Engineering Project Manager (SEPM) is to deliver our most complex and priority projects to time, cost and quality; to drive the design, development and delivery of our highly complex electronic sub-systems, from concept through into full production. This is a fantastic opportunity to be a senior member of the project management team; someone who will contribute to our delivery strategy.   Skillset/experience required: Someone with drive, passion and commitment who has: Experience of Project Management best practice: Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Compliance Management, Configuration Management...

The Company: My client is one of the largest independent providers of property maintenance services in the UK, providing both Planned Preventative and Reactive Maintenance to thousands of clients across tens of thousands of locations around the UK. They provide, Mechanical & Electrical, Fabric, Air conditioning and Combustion, maintenance, and installations to commercial & retail environments. They are national specialists in planned and responsive maintenance and all of there services are based on `self delivery`, which means that they employ only the best, fully qualified in-house technicians and engineers to maintain quality standards. Due to sustained period of growth, we are recruiting for a qualified Electrical Maintenance Engineer to work on a static commercial site in Oxford, you will be required to work Monday-Friday 8am-5pm on a temporary basis for a year. Essential skills: * Experience commercial, industrial and domestic installation and maintenance. *...

Job Title: Mechanical Supervisor Location: Oxford Contract: Self-Employed – 8 Months Start Date: ASAP Rate: £240 – £275 per shift (DOE) Hours: Out-of-Hours (OOH) Requirement: Enhanced DBS (essential) Experience in Mechanical Supervisor (Essential) Mechanical Supervisor Role We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to lead retrofit works across school projects in Oxford. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on, client-facing professional who thrives on responsibility, autonomy, and delivering high-quality mechanical works in live environments. Working on education facilities, you’ll play a key role in maintaining and upgrading critical building services systems — primarily within plant rooms and heating systems — ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. If you’re a seasoned professional with a plumbing, pipefitting, or HVAC background and are ready to take ownership on site, this role offers strong earning potential and...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for Senior Industrial Relations Advisor on a 6 Months Contract, based in Midlands & Berkshire Role Summary The Senior Industrial Relations Advisor will lead the organisation’s engagement with Trade Unions and drive strategic industrial relations initiatives to support business objectives, mitigate risk and maintain a constructive employee relations climate. Key Accountabilities Strategic Industrial Relations Leadership * Provide expert advice to senior leadership on industrial relations strategy, risk management, and compliance. * Analyse labour market trends and anticipate potential challenges to inform proactive strategies. * Align union engagement with organisational transformation and change programmes. Industrial Relations Strategy * Define and implement the long-term industrial relations strategy to support organisational objectives. * Establish frameworks for proactive engagement with trade unions and...

Mechanical Project Supervisor - Oxford - 55 week project. c£300 a day - Gold SSSTS needed. Working at the Oxford Science Park on a new build commercial project - Science labs and classrooms, you will supervise the installation of heating and chilled water. QA intensive site so a good degree of H&S knowledge is required. Purely commercial Mechanical install, no sanitary ware. Please apply online or call James Sampson (phone number removed) --- 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

Blocktech MEP is looking on behalf of their client for Pipefitters for a project based just outside Oxford for an initial 8-month contract. The project is a large-scale project based inside already constructed warehouses. You will be working on and need experience in both Stainless Steel & Carbon Steel. Stainless Steel will be crib up to 4 inch and below. Then 4 Inch and above up to 8 Inch is with Victaulic connections. On Carbon above 2 inch all Victaulic connections. Contract Details: * 8:00 to 17:00 * £23 Per hour * £160 a week Travel/Hotel Allowance. (See Terms Below) * 1.5 for Saturdays and Double for Sundays (Currently not available) * Provisional start date of 09/02/2026 * 6 to 8 month contract (Potential of phase 2 for good performers.) Notes: Travel or Hotel Allowance is only paid if a full Monday to Friday week is completed and if the registered address of the fitter is over 25 miles from the project location

Example Recruitment Group are currently recruiting on behalf of a national heating contractor operating within the private sector. They require self-employed heating engineers for an ongoing service & repair contract in the Oxford, Wantage & Abingdon areas. Contract Details: Location: Oxford, Wantage & Abingdon Work Type: Annual Service Visits (safety check), Landlord gas safety records, and repairs. Work Load: 6-8 pre-booked appointments per day Commitment: Minimum of set 3 days per week. Up to 5 days available plus optional weekends and evening call out available at enhanced rates. Contract Length: Ongoing (no end date) Payment terms: Weekly one week in arrears. Rates: * Annual Service Visit (Safety check): £30.00 per appliance * Landlord: £30.29 per property * Repairs: £60.00 per completed property (full van stock and parts supplied) * Linked Repair: £45.00 (plus service rate if repair required during service) * Long Duration: £180.00 Optional out-of-hours...

Mechanical Technician – Contract We are currently recruiting a Mechanical Technician to support installation, assembly and commissioning activities within a high-technology engineering environment. This is a hands-on contract role ideal for a practical Mechanical Technician with strong mechanical skills and a flexible approach to site work. The Mechanical Technician will assist with mechanical assembly of equipment, on-site installation, and commissioning support, working alongside experienced engineers and technicians. This role suits a Mechanical Technician who enjoys varied work and contributing to engineering projects from build through to completion. Key Duties * Mechanical assembly of components and systems * Installation of mechanical equipment on site * Assisting with commissioning and functional checks * Inspection, handling and preparation of mechanical parts * Working to engineering drawings, procedures and quality...

Example Recruitment Group Ltd is partnering with a leading national heating contractor to recruit experienced, self-employed Gas Engineers for long-term installation work across the Berkshire & Oxfordshire area. They can offer both part-time and full-time opportunities with consistent, guaranteed workloads throughout the year. What’s on Offer * Earnings: approx. £400–£500 per day (price-work based) * Materials: fully supplied and delivered to site * Work Type: boiler installations, including swaps and system upgrades/conversions * Wiring: completed by a qualified electrician * Waste/Scrap: collected from site * Contract Length: ongoing * Payment: weekly pay (one week in hand) Requirements * 2 years’ experience as a qualified heating engineer * Van with bulkhead (plain or sign-written) * Gas Safe registration * In-date ACS qualifications * Calibrated flue gas analyser * Powerflush machine * £2m public liability insurance * Clean...

Join Client as an Operations Scientist 1 (Contract) Role Overview As an Operations Scientist 1, you will provide vital scientific support to our manufacturing operations. Your primary focus will be on process monitoring, technical investigations, and STARS test support to ensure our sensor products meet the highest quality standards. Contract Length: 12 Weeks Location: Witney (Technical Services) Salary: £32,500 per annum (pro-rata) Work Pattern: Office Hours, 37.5 hours per week Projected Start Date: 16 February 2026 Core Responsibilities Scientific Testing: Perform testing according to protocols while adhering to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP). Data Analysis: Analyze experimental data, evaluate results, and form technical conclusions. Documentation: Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and write clear, technically correct reports. Collaboration: Participate in experimental design discussions and present findings to the wider team. Compliance: Ensure all work...

Highways Supervisor required for a contract opportunity based in Berkshire, covering planned term maintenance across the area.   You will be an experienced and dynamic Supervisor, with experience of report writing, a strong understand of term maintenance projects as well as civils and permitting knowledge.   A mix of in-house and subcontract labour management will be required here alongside overseeing multiple locations and sites.    An SMSTS/SSSTS, CSCS and First Aid ticket is required here. The schemes will be Civils focussed within the Highways sector, so it is essential that you have a background covering similar works as a supervisor.   For more information, please click APPLY NOW or Call Jay Cochrane on (phone number removed).   FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this job technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for jobs very similar to this one at...

Technical Administrator -Contract Our successful client is looking for an enthusiastic Technical Administrator to join their friendly, proactive team. What you’ll do as a Technical Administrator: * Handle technical customer calls confidently and clearly. * Read engineering drawings and identify required parts. * Work with Bills of Materials, spares, and place orders. * Support the manufacturing-to-supply process. * Take a proactive approach to problem-solving. What you’ll need as a Technical Administrator: * Some experience in a technical/engineering support role * Knowledge of manufacturing processes * Ability to interpret engineering drawings * Confident communication skills and a willingness to learn * A positive, can-do attitude If this Technical Administrator role sounds like a suitable opportunity for you, please get in touch today

Principal Safety Assessment Specialist Location: Reading Contract: 18-Month Contract Security Clearance: DV Required (SC Cleared Candidates Considered) We are recruiting for an experienced Safety Assessment Team Lead to join a highly regulated and security-sensitive environment based in Reading on an 18-month contract. *** Due to the nature of the work, this role requires DV clearance. Candidates who currently hold SC clearance and are eligible to upgrade will also be considered. Applicants must hold British Citizenship (dual nationals may also be considered). *** The Role You will lead a team of Safety Assessment Specialists responsible for the production, review, and governance of nuclear safety documentation and safety justifications. This is a senior technical leadership role requiring strong experience in safety case development within a regulated environment. You will take ownership of safety documentation, ensure compliance with management system requirements, and...

Our client, a leader in the water sector, is currently seeking a Civil Site Supervisor/Manager to join their team on an immediate contract basis in Silchester. This role is ideal for those with a strong background in civil engineering and a passion for overseeing projects in the water industry. Key Responsibilities: Supervising and managing all on-site civil engineering activities Ensuring that project specifications and deadlines are met Coordinating with stakeholders and subcontractors to ensure seamless project execution Implementing and enforcing safety protocols on site Maintaining accurate records of site activities and progress Reporting project status to senior management Identifying and mitigating any potential issues or delays Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations Job Requirements: Experience in civil engineering, specifically within the water sector Proven track record in site supervision and management Strong understanding of civil construction...

Commissioning Engineer – Defence Sector We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support and deliver complex commissioning activities within the defence sector. This role ensures commissioning activities meet all applicable national legal requirements, technical specifications, and applied standards, while providing commissionability input throughout concept, detailed design, and construction phases. This is an appointed role under internal governance procedures and requires formal appointment as a Risk Assessor. The Role As Commissioning Engineer, you will support the development and delivery of the commissioning strategy and act as a key interface between engineering teams and sub-contractors. You will ensure commissioning activities are delivered safely, compliantly, and to the required technical and quality standards in a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Support the development and implementation of the Commissioning Strategy. Act as a...

Quality Engineer (QA/QC) – Nuclear Defence Project 12-Month Minimum Contract | Hybrid Working | Live SC Clearance Required Hours: Minimum 8 hours per day We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quality Engineer (QA/QC) to support a high-profile Nuclear Defence programme. This role requires a strong background in regulated environments, with a clear understanding of nuclear quality standards, compliance, and documentation control. This is a minimum 12-month contract opportunity operating under a hybrid working arrangement. Active SC Clearance is essential. Role Overview You will provide comprehensive QA/QC support across the full project lifecycle — from initial kick-off through to final completion and release. The role will ensure all quality activities are delivered in strict accordance with nuclear industry regulations, defence standards, and QC1 requirements. Key Responsibilities * Review, assess and formally accept procedures and documentation in line with...