12 jobs found in Tavistock

Job Title:Welder - MMA Location: Devon, UK Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Contract (Umbrella PAYE) Clearance: Security Clearance Required (British Citizens Only) We are currently seeking experienced MMA Welders for an exciting and ongoing project based in Devon. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-profile engineering project with competitive pay and consistent hours. Role Details: Dayshift: £36.50/hour Backshift: £42.00/hour Basic Hours: 50 hours/week Overtime: Available Weld Test: Required and paid Contract Type: Umbrella PAYE digs Provided Requirements Of Welder Must be a British Citizen - essential due to security clearance requirements Strong experience in MMA welding Currently coded or previously coded in MMA Ability to pass a weld test All contractors must obtain Security Clearance before a start date is confirmed If you meet the above criteria and are available, we're looking to move quickly - please get in touch so we can arrange your weld test

Site Engineer Location: Plymouth - Devonport Project (full-time site based) Rate: c£400 per day (Umbrella PAYE) Contract: Contract role Hours: 45 hrs per week (approx. 07:30-17:00) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support works on the Devonport project, operating within a live MOD environment. Reporting to the WRB / Building Lead, you will assist with engineering compliance, setting out, quality control, and day-to-day site engineering activities. BPSS security clearance required (can take up to 8 weeks). Candidates must have lived in the UK for the past 5 years and hold a NATO or MISWG passport. Key Responsibilities Assist with as-built drawings and drawing registers Setting out works within tolerances from site control Support quality checks, inspections, and surveys Record testing of workmanship and materials (RC, drainage, piling, etc.) Provide engineering support and resolve technical queries Maintain calibration records for survey...

Section Engineer - Devonport (MOD Project) Location: Plymouth - Devonport (100% site-based) Rate: c. £450 per day (Umbrella PAYE) Contract: Contract role Hours: 45 per week (approx. 07:30-17:00) The Role We're looking for a hands-on Section Engineer to join a major, long-term construction programme at Devonport. Working within a live MOD environment, you'll be embedded on site, reporting directly to the WRB / Building Lead, providing essential engineering, setting-out and technical support to keep works moving safely and accurately. This is a proper site role-ideal for someone who enjoys being close to the work, solving problems in real time, and driving quality on a complex, regulated project. BPSS clearance required (can take up to 8 weeks). Applicants must have 5 years UK residency and hold a NATO or MISWG passport. What You'll Be Doing Managing and updating as-built drawings and drawing registers Setting out works and maintaining tight dimensional control Providing...

Electrical Package Manager 12-Month Contract | Up to £550/day (Umbrella PAYE) We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Package Manager to join a major project on a long-term contract basis. This is a full-time, site-based role starting ASAP, offering a competitive daily rate and stable contract duration. Key Details Contract Length: 12 months Rate: Up to £550 per day (Umbrella PAYE) Start Date: ASAP Location: On-site, full time Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week Role Overview As Electrical Package Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of the electrical package, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will coordinate subcontractors, manage interfaces with other packages, and act as a key point of contact for electrical delivery on site. Key Responsibilities Manage and oversee the electrical works package from installation through to commissioning Coordinate...

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Are you ready to take your IT skills to the next level? Our client, a leading player in the utilities sector, is on the lookout for a dynamic 3rd Line Support Engineer to join their team for a temporary contract of 6 months. If you're passionate about technology and eager to solve complex technical challenges, this is the opportunity for you! Role: 3rd Line Support Engineer Duration: 6 Months (extension options) Location: Plymouth (Fully Remote) Rate: £500 per day (umbrella) Key Responsibilities: As a 3rd Line Support Engineer, you will: Collaborate closely with the User...

We’re partnering with a world renowned manufacturer, the UK’s largest provider of engineering solutions and a global leader in production, service and maintenance. With over 70,000 employees across 60 countries, this is your chance to join a high-performing team delivering cutting-edge technology that powers systems worldwide. Roles Available Electronics Assembler * Hand assembly of PCBs and electronic components * Coil winding and loom preparation – wiring, crimping, wire-stripping * Rack and cubicle assembly and wiring * Soldering (Surface Mount & Through-hole) and conformal coating * Following technical drawings, schematics, and production instructions * Using both manual and automated test equipment (Fluke meters, multimeters) Test Operative * Assembly and testing of electrical/electronic components * Visual inspections of electronic and light mechanical systems * Use of semi-automatic test...

Job Title: Electrical Assembly Operative / Wireperson Location: Clevedon, North Somerset Salary: £13.75 PH Hours: Based around 08:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 25 days holiday + Bank holidays ( accumulative ) ASAP start   An exciting opportunity has arisen for a number of Semi-skilled Wirespersons to join a leading manufacturing company based in Clevedon, Bristol, specialising in vacuum and exhaust-management systems to the semi-conductor industry.  As a Semi-skilled Wiresperson your duties will include:  General assembly work  Understanding of production processes  Crimping  Soldering  Preparing wiring looms  Working from drawings and build documentations  Assisting the Control Panel Wirespersons with any other duties   An ideal Semi-skilled Wiresperson will hold the following skills and experiences:  Have experience of wiring  Be competent at soldering and the use of other associated tools  Will be experience within a manufacturing production background  You will also need to be able to...

Job Title: Sem-Skilled Mechanical Fitter Location: Clevedon, North Somerset Salary: £13.85 PH Sector: Manufacturing / Engineering Hours: 08:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 25 days holiday + Bank holidays ( accumulative ) An exciting opportunity has arisen for Semi Skilled Mechanical Fitters to join a Leading manufacturing company based in Clevedon, Bristol, specialising in vacuum and exhaust-management systems to the semi-conductor industry. Ideal candidates will come from a hands-on, “on-the-tools” background, including experience in roles such as mechanical fitter, maintenance technician, fabricator, automotive or vehicle mechanic, toolmaker, CNC operator, or similar practical engineering positions. As a Mechanical Fitter your duties will include: Prepare pump frames by fitting sections, brackets, and other components. Assemble mechanical sub-assemblies according to engineering drawings, specifications, and standard operating procedures. Build and assemble sub-components, including...

Example Recruitment Group is currently recruiting on behalf of a national heating contractor operating within the private sector. They require self-employed heating engineers for an ongoing installation contract in the Exeter area. They are able to offer part-time or full-time work on an ongoing basis with consistent guaranteed work all year round. Rates: circa £300-£400.00 per day based pricework Materials: Supplied and delivered to site Work Type: Boiler installations incl. swaps, conversions/upgrades Wiring: Completed by a qualified electrician Waste/Scrap: Collected and disposed of from site Contract Length: Ongoing Payment terms: Weekly pay one week in hand Contract requirements: * Van (plain or sign written) * Gas Safe Registration * In date ACS Qualifications * Calibrated Flue Gas Analyser * Powerflush machine * £2m Public Liability Insurance * Clean DBS Check To apply for this vacancy please use an up-to-date CV and one of our team will be in touch

Microbiology / Molecular biology Lab Assistant MUST BE ALREADY LIVING LOCAL TO EXETER Location: Starcross - EX6 8PF Length: Initially Until end March 2026 Hours: Tue - Sat, 8am to 4pm with flexibility - 37 hours a week Rate: £13.15 p/h (£19.73 p/h for Sat) We have a temporary position available in South Exeter. You would be part of a team performing routine microbiology and molecular biology work on environmental samples. As an Assistant Scientist you will be expected to assist in the delivery of the analytical service to defined time, cost and quality targets by extracting and analysing environmental samples. These are temporary posts, you will be involved in the analysis of water & wastewater using a variety of microbiology and molecular testing methods. Though full training is provided the role requires candidates to have a scientific background, through education or work experience. They are looking for someone who enjoys being busy. The work can be high intensity at times,...

We are seeking an experienced Solar Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a 25MW ground-mounted solar farm in Exmouth, Devon. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the project site, managing Mechanical, Electrical, and Civils subcontractors to ensure the project is delivered safely, on time, and to specification. Key Responsibilities: Overall management of the solar farm construction site Coordination and supervision of Mechanical, Electrical & Civils subcontractors Ensuring H&S compliance across the site Managing programme, quality, and daily site activities Acting as the main point of contact for site operations Essential Requirements: Proven experience as a Solar Site Manager on ground-mounted solar projects of 10MW+ Strong understanding of solar construction methodologies Experience managing multi-discipline subcontractors Right to work in the UK Rate: £300-£400 per day, dependent on Solar Site Manager experience ersg are an equal...

Mobile Electrical Maintenance Engineer Location: Truro & surrounding Cornwall area Contract: 3‑month temporary assignment with a view to permanent employment Overview We are recruiting a Mobile Electrical Maintenance Engineer to support commercial sites across Truro and the wider Cornwall region. This role is primarily focused on electrical building services maintenance, covering both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive fault‑finding. You will ensure electrical systems remain safe, compliant, and fully operational while delivering a professional, customer‑focused service. This is a 3‑month temp‑to‑perm opportunity, offering long‑term stability for the right engineer. Key Responsibilities Electrical Maintenance & Compliance Deliver planned preventative maintenance on electrical building services equipment, including lighting, emergency lighting, distribution boards, motors, and control systems. Respond to reactive electrical faults, diagnose issues,...