153 jobs found in Didcot

An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Senior Transport Planners to come and join our busy client in Oxford.   This is a full-time contract position. The rate on offer is £45 - £50 per hour + expenses - negotiable for the right candidate. Flexible working and working from home options are available.   The main duties of the Senior Transport Planner are:   ·Lead the development, commissioning and implementation of transport planning projects and studies, including those conducted by external consultants, taking responsibility for their day-to-day management as required in accordance our client's Project Management guidelines. ·To provide input into the preparation of strategic plans and local development frameworks and assessment of strategic development sites ·To advise on the strategy and infrastructure implications of Transport Assessments presented in support of development proposals and in particular any strategic transport modelling. ·To liaise with...

QC Microbiology Technologist (12-Month Contract) Location: Berkshire Sector: Biopharmaceuticals Overview We are supporting a leading biopharmaceutical organisation based in Berkshire in the search for a QC Microbiology Technologist on a 12-month contract. This role will play a key part in supporting product quality through microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, and ensuring compliance with GMP standards. Key Responsibilities * Perform microbiological testing to support product qualifications, routine analysis, and environmental monitoring programmes * Accurately record and document all results in accordance with GMP and cGMP requirements * Review test data, identify any deviations or trends, and escalate concerns to QC Management where appropriate * Maintain high laboratory standards, including housekeeping, equipment maintenance, and inventory management * Support the qualification of media, reagents, and microbiological methods * Ensure all...

Administrator / technical clerk – Quality – Oxon – 6 months FTC This role is a 6month FTC and would suit either * an experienced technical administrator/clerk or, * an engineer seeking their first steps into Quality Engineering who has some understanding of Quality Systems paperwork. We are a precision supplier of parts to the aerospace and defence industries. We hold some cool IP and have a keen order book for low-volume, complex parts. What you will do: * Provide administrative support for the Quality department. Specifically, this entails completing and recording data on FAIRS, ISIR, PPAP and APQP documents. * Ensuring legible and on-time completion of documents. * Working with data providers, communicating needs and timing. * Turning data into information and finished documents * Recording and archiving. * Maintain timing plans and keep stakeholders updated of progress and data required What you will need: Either, * Administration experience...

This is a newly created Interim position due to ongoing site expansion and significant investment at a manufacturing facility. Our client is an international, market-leading FMCG business known for delivering high-quality products and engineered solutions globally. This role is offered under a fixed term contract initially, and will play a critical part in setting up and developing engineering processes, maintenance strategies, and operational structure, ensuring the site is equipped to scale efficiently as it continues to grow. What's in it for you as Head of Engineering? Salary £75,000 pro rata (initial 6-month contract) Strong likelihood of extension or permanent opportunity Highly competitive holiday allowance Competitive pension and comprehensive benefits package Monday to Friday working hours Opportunity to work within an international market leader Key role in driving the site towards World Class Manufacturing standards High level of autonomy and influence within the...

Install Electrician - Reading, Berkshire I'm working with a busy electrical installation company who work within commercial & industrial environments mainly. They have long term work in the West Berkshire area (Reading) which will lead up to the end of the year. They have a healthy pipeline of work and would be open to a long term contract assignment providing individuals have the right skill set. My client requires a flexible worker that can expect duties around containment, wiring field equipment such as lighting, fire alarms, BMS and more. Successful individuals will hold a skills card to gain access to site, electrical qualifications (18th edition, AM1 & AM2 for example), hold current security clearance or have no reason to believe a security check will be an issue. - Long term contract - Paying up to £280.00 a day - Based on one large site in the Reading area - ASAP starter - 7:30 - 16:30 If you're looking for an immediate start please get in contact. All the best

Key points: Deliver a stable, secure, and fully supported Windows 11 environment. Minimise operational disruption during the migration. Provide onsite technical support to resolve issues quickly and improve user experience. Ensure all devices meet Windows 11 compliance requirements. Capture insights and feedback to refine deployment processes and training materials Ability to resolve technical issues as briefed. Capable of hardware moves, floor walking support, USB‑based imaging, and other project‑related tasks. GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

We are looking for a skilled Plumber with water treatment and Legionella experience to join a leading company in the South East. This is a mobile role, covering multiple client sites, offering a mix of reactive maintenance, PPMs, and water treatment compliance work. Plumber Location: Mobile – South East Region Pay rate: £24-27ph Type: Temp to Perm (Van and tools can be provided) Key Duties of a Plumber: * Carry out reactive maintenance on plumbing and water systems * Perform Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPMs) across client sites * Conduct water treatment and Legionella checks, including remedial works as required Requirements of the Plumber: * NVQ or City & Guilds Level 3 in Plumbing * ACoP L8 Legionella awareness / certification * Mobile and flexible – able to travel across the South East region Compliance needed: * Successful candidates will need an enhanced DBS or BPSS check * Ideally, candidates will have current or previous clearance in...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for X2 Data Centre Engineers on a 12 Month Contract, based in Reading. Role Summary We are seeking 2 x Data Centre Engineers to support installation, commissioning, and decommissioning activities within a live data centre environment in the Reading area. The role requires hands-on experience with Nokia and Virgin Media infrastructure, rack installation, structured cabling, and fibre deployment. Key Responsibilities * Installation of 1U, 22U, and 40U cabinets * Installation and positioning of data centre racks and cabinets * Installation, testing, and decommissioning of fibre optic cabling * Commissioning and decommissioning of network and telecoms equipment * Working with Nokia and Virgin Media hardware and infrastructure * Cable management, labelling, and documentation * Rack build and equipment mounting * Patch panel installation and patching activities * Working within live data centre environments...

Project Manager – DV / SC Cleared Hybrid | 9-Day Fortnight | Task-Based Contract | Reading Active DV or SC (DC) clearance required Day Rate / Hourly rate is flexible (DOE) The Role We are seeking a security-cleared Project Manager to support the concept and initiation phases of complex Government projects. You’ll work at the earliest stage of the lifecycle — shaping ambiguous problems into structured proposals, developing business cases, and guiding projects through Portfolio Entry and early governance controls. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys strategic thinking, investigative problem-solving, and bringing clarity to high-impact initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead pre-concept investigations and define scope, schedule and cost parameters Develop business cases and initiation documentation Support Portfolio Entry and early lifecycle governance Ensure structured handover into delivery teamsExperience Required Essential Active DV or SC clearance Experience...

We are looking for a Fabric Engineer to join the team of an established FM company in the Reading area. This role is offering a temporary position and the opportunity to gain experience in a reputable, recognised company. Fabric Engineer Monday to Friday/ 40 hours Temp Reading £24-26ph paid weekly via umbrella As a Fabric Engineer, you will be: * Carrying out ppm works and maintenance * General maintenance such as painting, mastics, basic plumbing etc * Basic electrical works such as changing a light bulb etc * Responsible for reactive and breakdown repairs If this role is of interest, please apply directly to this advert

Job Title: Electrical Supervisor Location: Reading Employment Type: Contract - until December 2026 About the company: Our client is a thriving contractor in the building services industry, specializing in electrical & mechanical solutions & working with many key, blue-chip clients. Position Overview: They are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to join their team based on a new-build office block project at an MOD base near Reading - Electrical Value of £8 million. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in 'cradle to grave' electrical installations on commercial or public buildings, up-to-date qualifications, and the ability to coordinate electrical projects effectively. Any experience as an authorised person (AP) is advantageous. The successful candidate will be required to control areas of energisation and isolations. Responsibilities: Supervision and Coordination: * Oversee electrical installation project from 'cradle to grave', ensuring...

Electrical Technician Full time - Contract Aldermaston Do you have experience in electrical installation, maintenance and testing? Are you qualified to City & Guilds Level 3 with 18th Edition certification? Are you currently SC Cleared? Then this could be the role for you! Benefits you'll get: •£38.17ph CIS • Excellent Overtime What will you be doing? • Installing, modifying, maintaining and repairing electrical systems and equipment • Carrying out testing, trials and inspections (EMIT) • Working from drawings and schematics to ensure compliance with regulations • Completing and maintaining technical documentation • Supporting project delivery across installation, operations, and decommissioning tasks Where will you be doing it? • You'll be working with, a trusted partner to the nuclear industry for over 40 years that provides engineering, installation, decommissioning and consultancy services across the full nuclear project lifecycle. What you'll need: •...

Electrical Tester - We are currently looking for a Electrical Testers to to join a long term project in Aldermaston. Project expected to run until December 2026. The work will consist of testing all installations on a brand new build of a large social hub, within an MOD base. Hours: 07:00AM - 04:30PM - 45 hours per week. Pay: £33.80 per hour (CIS or Ltd) Requirements * JIB Gold card or equivalent * IPAF * 291 Test & Inspection * No spent or unspent criminal convictions. * Experience testing on large commercial/industrial projects Due to the nature of the site. All successful candidates will require a medical, D&A test, and clean DBS check prior to them entering the site. We expect the turnaround on this to be 1-2 weeks. Long term work expected to run until December 2026. If you are a qualified Electrician looking for new work, please apply or contact Matt Bees at TXM Recruit

Our client are a leading manufacturer providing specialist solutions to a variety of industries such as aerospace, power generation, rail and oil and gas industries. They are looking for a meticulous Quality Engineer to join their team on a 12 month contract. Quality Engineer FAIRS 12-month contract Monday – Thursday 8am-4:30pm, Friday 1:30pm finish Towcester Main Duties/Responsibilities Produce and submit Last & First Article Reports to customers and validate incoming supplier reports Ongoing Inspection Support for Towcester products including inwards and outwards. Monitor and escalate, where necessary, internal product quality issues Lead cross functional problem-solving teams in line with the company standard processes to ensure effective and robust corrective action is implemented Responsible for release of Product in accordance with EASA Form 1 Requirements (CAA Part 21 and 145), FAR 145 and Certificate of Conformity of all products from the business site, including...

Position: IMS Core Engineer Location: Reading and customer offices as required Salary: On Application Duration: Ongoing Hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–5:30pm Overview of an IMS Core Engineer As an IMS Core Engineer, you’ll be part of a specialist technical team responsible for testing, validating, and supporting mission critical communication solutions. This role is key to ensuring the performance, availability, and reliability of IMS Core services across Core, RAN, and Application layers. You’ll work closely with test, support, and delivery teams to ensure systems meet customer expectations, contractual milestones, and service level agreements. Responsibilities of an IMS Core Engineer • Provide technical expertise in IMS Core and MCX, supporting the definition and execution of test strategies for all network elements and software releases. • Define and execute Functional, Performance, Accessibility, and Compatibility testing to agreed project timelines. • Perform end-to-end testing,...

Electrician ACTIVE DV CLEARANCE REQUIRED Buckinghamshire - commutable from: Oxford, High Wycombe, Watford, Luton, Reading, Aylesbury Rate negotiable ~£350pd - £450pd DOE 9 months initially Days based Are you an experienced Electrician with active DV clearance, looking for an immediately available, long-term contract role? My client needs an experienced Electricians to carry out refurbishments on secure sites. You will be working as part of a team, installing metal trunking, conduit, containment, cabling, and some maintenance works. Due to the nature of the work, candidates need to hold an active DV clearance. This is a great opportunity for any DV Cleared Electrician to join a company on a long-term contract basis. The Role: * Electrician * Days based in Buckinghamshire * Rate negotiable but around £300pd - £450pd DOE * Working on secure sites carrying out installations and refurbishments The Candidate: * Active DV Clearance * Experienced Electrician * Immediately...

Metrology Engineer - 6-Month Contract Location: Oxfordshire Working Arrangement: Minimum 80% onsite About the Company An innovative company, established in 2021, is dedicated to commercialising next-generation electric motor technology and intellectual property for the emerging electrification aerospace market. Their technology leads the way in delivering hybrid and all-electric propulsion solutions across Urban Air Mobility (UAM), Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), and General Aviation (GA). Operating from a state-of-the-art 39,000 sq ft facility in Oxfordshire, the company's ultra-high-performance, low-weight axial-flux motors and power electronics are smaller, lighter, and more robust than competing technologies. The site includes advanced engineering labs, custom test and validation facilities, and full-scale manufacturing capability. The Opportunity *We're looking for an experienced Metrology Engineer to join the team on a 6-month contract. *This role has been created due to...

TEMP AND TEMP TO PERM OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE 8.00am - 5.00pm MONDAY TO FRIDAY Our client, a specialist manufacturing provider based in High Wycombe, is seeking Assembly Technicians to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a quality-driven environment, contributing to the assembly of innovative products used across major projects throughout the UK and internationally. This role is available on a temporary and temp-to-perm basis, offering long-term potential for the right candidate Key Duties: * Assembling bespoke product systems to specification * Reading and interpreting basic technical drawings * Supporting project delivery and meeting production deadlines * Providing technical assembly support to internal teams * Maintaining quality standards across all builds * Following health and safety procedures at all times Key Requirements: * Strong attention to detail and quality-focused approach * Good communication skills and...

Carmichael UK is working with a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering major infrastructure works on the HS2 project. We are currently seeking an experienced Site Engineer with a strong background across earthworks, drainage, and structures to support delivery on a key section of the project in Buckinghamshire. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure programmes, contributing to the successful delivery of multiple civil engineering packages. The Role As Site Engineer, you will play a key role in the delivery of earthworks, drainage, and structures works, ensuring activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with project specifications and programme requirements. Key Responsibilities Setting out and overseeing earthworks, drainage, and structural works on site Monitoring construction activities to ensure compliance with design and specifications Carrying out as-built surveys and maintaining accurate engineering...

Carmichael UK is working with a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering major infrastructure works on the HS2 project. We are currently seeking an experienced Section Engineer with earthworks and drainage experience to support delivery across a key section of the project in Buckinghamshire. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure programmes, contributing to the successful delivery of large-scale earthworks and drainage packages. The Role As Section Engineer, you will support the management and delivery of earthworks and drainage works, ensuring activities are carried out safely, on programme, and in line with project specifications and quality standards. Key Responsibilities Oversee the delivery of earthworks and drainage packages including bulk earthworks, cut & fill, and surface/deep drainage Supervise site engineers and coordinate subcontractor activities Ensure works are delivered in line with programme, quality, and...