129 jobs found in Burnley

Project Engineering Consultant Position Type: Contract Location: Cheshire Categories: Project Management, Engineering PM Group requires an Project Engineer with chemicals manufacturing experience to lead a client team in Cheshire. Responsibilities * Working alongside existing client engineers, managers, and directors. * Leading the multidisciplinary project team through all stages of the projects from engineering to construction to commissioning and handover. * Ensuring that the projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in-keeping with industry standard best practices. * Deliver engineering projects in a safe, efficient, and timely manner, ensuring that all work carried out meets the requirements of the business and complies with relevant legislation in force at the time. * Ultimately accountable for a multi-million-pound portfolio of capital projects for the sustenance and expansion of the Chemical Site. * Review and manage safety and regulatory requirements...

Press Brake Operator – Aerospace Location: Burnley Pay Rate: £16.45 per hour (PAYE) | £21.70 per hour (Umbrella) | Shift Pattern TBC Morson is assisting are recruiting for an experienced Press Brake Operator to join a well-established Aerospace manufacturing client based in Burnley. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a high-precision, regulated environment producing components for the aerospace sector. Key Responsibilities: Setting and operating CNC and/or manual press brake machines Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications Producing components to tight tolerances and quality standards Carrying out first-off inspections and ongoing quality checks Working in line with aerospace procedures, health & safety, and quality requirements Essential Requirements: Proven experience as a Press Brake Operator Ability to read and understand complex engineering drawings Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality Experience...

Manufacturing Engineer Type: 12-month contract (rolling)** Rates: PAYE £27.17 + £3.95 holiday pay OR Umbrella £36.27 Location: Burnley (Full-time onsite) Hours: Standard 37 hrs/week Morson is currently recruiting an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join Safran Nacelles at their Burnley site. This is an excellent opportunity to support a world-class organisation, playing a key role in defining, validating and improving assembly manufacturing processes across a fast-paced and technically challenging environment. Role Overview As a Manufacturing Engineer in the assembly team, you will support the development of robust, compliant and efficient manufacturing processes from engineering definition through to industrial validation. The role combines technical leadership, hands-on process design, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure quality, cost and delivery objectives are consistently achieved. Key Responsibilities Process Definition & Development Define and...

Welder Bacup Temp to Perm Pay rate - £15.90 Monday to Thursday 6am to 5pm Good Transport links across Greater Manchester and Lancashire Search recruitment are looking for an experienced welder/fabricator to join our industry leading manufacturing client based in Bacup. The successful candidate must have Mig and Tig welding experience and be able to weld on a variety of metals. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to join a business that continues to grow. Duties of this role will include: Welding and Fabricating Supporting in the machine shop where necessary Cutting and drilling Grinding and polishing General labouring around the factory. Adhering to all health and safety while on site.The successful welder must: Be hardworking Have a minimum of 2 years experience Be comfortable working on their own Be experienced welding on aluminiumIf you are interested in this role for a welder please apply today or send an email to James.Mellon @(url removed) Search is an...

We are recruiting for a Welder/Fabricator to join a client's team in Rossendale on a temporary-to-permanent basis. The role involves MIG welding and fabrication work, producing high-quality metal components from technical drawings within a well-equipped manufacturing environment supporting the aerospace sector. Who This Job Would Suit This role would suit an experienced MIG welder or welder-fabricator who is confident working from engineering drawings. It is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on manufacturing work, values a well-organised workplace, and prefers a four-day working week with long weekends. Key Responsibilities Carry out MIG welding to a high standard Fabricate components from technical drawings where required Assemble metal parts for trailer dolly production Ensure work meets quality and safety standards Maintain a clean and organised work area Benefits Four-day working week (Monday to Thursday) Excellent canteen and breakout facilities All PPE and...

Instrument/Electrical Maintenance Technician Location: Clitheroe Contract: 12‑month contract Pay: £24 per hour Overview We are seeking an experienced Instrument/Electrical Maintenance Technician to join a leading chemical company at their Clitheroe site. This role forms part of an established multi‑discipline Maintenance Team supporting several key production plants. You will help maintain safe, reliable, and efficient plant operation through both reactive maintenance and scheduled preventative maintenance activities. The site is a large, diverse industrial environment with substantial annual investment, offering a broad range of technical challenges and development opportunities. Key Responsibilities Respond to plant breakdowns, diagnosing and resolving instrumentation or electrical faults. Record all maintenance activities within the CMMS, ensuring accurate, detailed, and timely updates. Support the Maintenance Team Leader in delivering an effective and compliant...

Production Operatives – Rochdale – January 2026 Start Dates! Type: Ongoing Temporary Contract Hourly Rate: £12.65  Location: Rochdale Working Hours: Mon – Wed: 8:00am – 4:30pm Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm Friday: 7:00am – 3:00pm Permanent opportunities available for the right candidates! **Applicants will be contacted in December / January with interviews taking place in January 2026** Join a Growing Team! We’re currently recruiting Assembly & Production Operatives to join a forward-thinking and progressive manufacturing business based in Rochdale. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a company that truly invests in its people and infrastructure. Whether you're looking to build on your existing skills or start a new path in composite manufacturing, full training will be provided – making this a great step for individuals from production, manufacturing, or even painting/decorating backgrounds. What You'll Be Doing: Preparing, cleaning, and stripping moulds...

Powder Coater  📍 Location: Rochdale, OL11 💷 Pay Rate: £12.75 per hour 🕗 Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm Friday: 8:00am – 3:30pm 📄 Type: Temporary to PermanentWe are currently seeking an experienced Powder Coater to join a well-established manufacturing company specialising in precision-engineered components. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for a long-term position within a supportive and quality-driven environment. The Role: You’ll be responsible for powder coating small metal items and components, ensuring a high-quality finish that meets production and customer standards. Duties include: Preparing and coating a range of small parts and components. Operating powder coating equipment safely and efficiently. Inspecting finished products for quality and consistency. Maintaining a clean and organised work area.The Ideal Candidate: ✅ Previous experience in powder coating or a similar finishing role. ✅ Strong attention to detail and commitment...

Example Recruitment Group are currently recruiting on behalf of a national heating contractor operating within the local authority sector. They require self-employed heating engineers for a long-term social housing contract in Rochdale. Contract Details: Location: Rochdale Contract: Council Work Type: Installations Commitment: Minimum of set 3 days per week Contract Length: Ongoing Payment terms: Weekly one week in arrears. Rates: Combi Swap (No Flush) £272.00 Combi Swap (Flush) £340.00 Conversion (No Flush) £408.00 Conversion (Flush) £459.00 Vertical Flue Run £25.50 4 Rad System £510.00 5 Rad System £544.00 6 Rad System £578.00 7 Rad System £612.00 8 Rad System £646.00 Additional Rad (System) £34.00 Condensate Pump £12.75 Gas Pipework Per M £6.80 Remove Gas Fire £25.50 Patching Horizontal £25.50 Vertical Flue Roof Work £34.00 Key Benefits: * Local work * Weekly pay – no chasing invoices * Flexible workload (3 days per week minimum)...

Electrical Design Engineer  5 positions  Supporting Typhoon & F35 fast jet programmes  12 month contract  Hybrid working - Salmesbury or Prestwick  £47.12 per hour Umbrella  CATIA V5 and Aerospace design (military or civil aircraft) is essential Role Description (GTI Description) A brief summary of the role purpose and the field, suggested 3-5 bullets/statements. ? Would you like to play a key role in supporting our design and development programmes, developing your design skills and capabilities whilst working in an agile and collaborative business environment? We currently have a vacancy for an Electrical Design Engineer. ? Design Engineers are responsible for the design and integration of the various structures and systems which result in a certifiable integrated air vehicle, ensuring a safe product is developed, built for reliability and ease of maintainability. ? As a Design Engineer, you will be working with other Design Engineers to support the overall...

Job Title: Fabricator Welder Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and reliable Fabricator Welder to join our production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for fabricating and welding metal components to a high standard, following technical drawings and safety procedures. This role operates on a rotating shift pattern. Working Hours Shifts may include: 6:00am - 2:00pm 2:00pm - 10:00pm 10:00pm - 6:00am Flexibility to work any of the above shifts is required. Key Responsibilities Fabricate and weld metal components according to engineering drawings and specifications Perform MIG and TIG welding to a high quality and consistent standard Set up, operate, and maintain welding and fabrication equipment Inspect completed work to ensure accuracy, strength, and finish Follow all health and safety procedures at all times Maintain a clean and organized work area Work independently or as part of a team to meet production targets Requirements Minimum of 1 year...

Employment Solutions have an exciting opportunity for a Manual Vertical Borer within a rapidly growing engineering company specialising in precision Engineering. Based in Bolton The role will involve overseeing smooth machining operations, promoting cross-training across the workshop, and supporting the development of team members to enhance overall productivity and skill levels. Machine Operation: Setting up and operating large capacity vertical boring machines. Technical Work: Interpreting complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and work orders to produce precise, large-scale components. Machining Processes: Carrying out, facing, edging, and boring operations, along with setting up PCDs (Pitch Circle Diameters) for flange tapping. Quality Control: Conducting self-inspection of finished parts using precision measurement equipment to meet, or exceed, specified tolerances. Maintenance: Maintaining a clean and organized work area, adhering strictly to health and safety...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit 2x Plastics / Chemical Operators. Hourly Rate: £24.78ph, after 12 weeks the rate increases to £26.12ph.  Overtime hours (over 37 hours) are at normal hourly rate plus 50% Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter). Plastics / Chemical Operators Job Description: This involves working with small hand tools and masking tape, manually applying protective resin coatings to assembled circuit boards. Excellent Dexterity is a must have, and any experience working with small brushes, either in their personal time or professional life, would be an excellent skillset. The Plastics operator will be responsible for the carrying out of manufacturing and self-certification tasks within the deployed business, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives. Specific...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Systems Engineer / Architect subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Your base site can either be from the companies Bristol, Stevenage or Bolton office.  This role will be a hybrid position – 3 days per week onsite and 2 days remote.      Hourly Rate: £60 - £85 (Umbrella).      Contract Duration: 6 Months initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Missile Electronic Architect Job Description:   Electrical Architects/Engineers are involved in all aspects of missile development, from the early concept studies to series production and in-service support. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to build on their engineering experience. Responsibilities: You will be responsible for the electrical architecture and requirements for missiles and/or their associated launcher systems with duties including: Specifying/determining system electrical requirements interface definitions...

Part-time Finance Assistant, Bolton Based **Temp to perm** Start ASAP. £14-£15 per hour DOE ** 20 hours per week over 4 days ** Duties… * Purchase ledger * Sales ledger * Credit Control * Processing petrol receipts and petty cash Previous accounts experience is essential. Knowledge of Profit 4 by OGL would me a massive advantage but not essential. Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those successfully shortlisted for the role will be personally contacted. Follow FORREST RECRUITMENT LTD on LinkedIn for updates, recruitment information, new vacancies and more

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Wiring Operator on an initial 12 month contract and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: Hourly Rate: £28.35ph for the first 12 weeks and then £29.70 after week 12 (Umbrella).  Overtime Rates of 'time and a half' for all hours worked over 37 hours per week.   Electrical Wiring Operator Job Description: An exciting opportunity for a Skilled Electrical Wiring Operator to join our Calibration and Maintenance team for a 12-month period in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive Manufacturing environment. We are seeking a Skilled Wire Operator to join our Calibration & Maintenance Team, to fault diagnose and repair bespoke cabling to drawing specifications. Fault finding and subsequent repair of cable assemblies. Carry out surface mount repair on CCAs. Maintain and repair test/measuring equipment to...

Manufacturing Engineer (Assembly and Integration) Bolton £35 per hour initially 12 months 1-stage interview Mon-Fri Certain Advantage is working in partnership with a large engineering company that operates within the aerospace industry and is currently seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer. As a key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing.   What will you be doing? Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEAs, FAIs etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process. Route card changes as a result or rework activities. Management of Configuration Control by the embodiment of Design Modifications into the Manufacturing Instructions. Support the Non-Conformance Process using SAP.  A couple of things you should know: Formal...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Fitter on initial 12 month contracts and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Mechanical Engineering/Manufacturing qualifications essential. Significant mechanical fitting experience required – the work is at a fine detailed level, so any experience with intricate work would be beneficial.   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: Hourly Rate: £28.35ph for the first 12 weeks and then £29.70 after week 12 (Umbrella).  Overtime Rates of 'time and a half' for all hours worked over 37 hours per week.   Mechanical Fitters Job Description: The Mechanical Fitter will be responsible for carrying out manufacturing and test tasks within the mechanical department, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives. Certify the product in line with the product...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Inspector subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.    Experience with inspecting the work of other people is essential – not just the inspecting of their own. Must have had significant recent experience of this – major part of their role.   Hourly Rate: £28.35 rising to £29.70 after 12 weeks. Overtime Rates of 'time and a half' for all hours worked over 37 hours per week. Contract Duration: 12 Months initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter. Mechanical Inspector Job Description: Certify the product in line with the product certification procedure Examining for correct assembly Examining the finish of all parts to detect faulty finishing or painting, deterioration of surfaces etc. Inspect for physical damage Intermediate inspection checks non product certification Monitor product certification operators Check and complete all paperwork associated with the manufacturing...

Quality Inspector We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Quality Inspector to join our Bingley based client for a 6-month contract (possibility of extension) Working Monday to Thursday 7am – 4pm with a 1pm finish on Fridays Key Responsibilities * Perform accurate measurements using inspection equipment such as micrometres, calipers, verniers, shadow graphs, thread wires and gauges, plug gauges, surface testers, CMM machines, and other measuring tools. * Inspect products and materials and reject any items that do not meet quality standards. * Raise non-conformance reports (NCRs) and ensure proper containment and control of non-conforming components or products. * Provide clear and accurate feedback to the shop floor regarding manufacturing errors or quality issues. * Review work orders, engineering drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs) to ensure all customer requirements are fully understood and met, including reports and testing requirements. * Maintain...