83 jobs found in Trowbridge

An expanding manufacturer of complex engineered components has a new vacancy for an experienced Production Manager to join the company on an interim basis. A key leadership role, you will responsible for ensuring production targets are consistently achieved while fostering a high-performance culture and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the business. The successful candidate will bring proven experience within a fast-paced precision engineering environment, together with a strong track record of improving operational processes, developing employees, and increasing overall efficiency and productivity. The Role Lead site production operations to meet company targets & improve efficiency. Instil a positive culture with a right first-time attitude. Direct and coordinate manufacturing operations to meet production schedules, cost targets, and quality standards. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement lean manufacturing practices. Manage budgets,...

Quality Manager – Manufacturing (Hands-On) About the Company We are working with a well-established, globally recognised manufacturing business supplying engineered products into a range of industrial sectors. The site operates in a fast-paced production environment with a strong focus on quality, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction. The Role This is a hands-on Quality Manager position where you will take ownership of site quality while remaining close to the shopfloor. You’ll play a key role in: * Driving product quality and process improvement * Reducing defects, scrap, and rework * Supporting production teams with real-time quality issues * Embedding a strong quality-first culture This is not a purely desk-based or compliance role — we are looking for someone who is comfortable being visible on the shopfloor and actively involved in problem-solving. Key Responsibilities * Manage day-to-day quality control activities within a manufacturing...

We are recruiting an Assembly Operative for our reputable client on a temporary basis. Role: Assembly Operative Location: Melksham Pay Rate: £15.86 per hour Shift: Weekend night shift Hours: Paid for 38 hours while working 36 hours Key Responsibilities as an Assembly Operative: Operating machinery Loading and unloading machines Monitoring production processes to ensure quality standards are met Carrying out basic quality checks and reporting defects Requirements for the Assembly role: Good attention to detail Able to work independently and as part of a team Reliable and punctual What's Offered for the Assembly Operative role: Competitive hourly rate of £15.86 Paid for 38 hours while working 36 hours Consistent weekend schedule of 3 days per week Full training provided

My client is looking for ongoing Assembly staff, with good hand dexterity and attention to detail for immediate start. The ideal candidate would have experience but not essential as full training will be given You would be working on a three week shift pattern:- 06.00-14.00 Monday to Thursday 06.00-12.00 Friday, 14.00-22.00 Monday to Thursday, 12.00-18.00 on Friday 22.00-06.00 Monday to Thursday and 18.00-00.00 on Friday. This is an ongoing position that could lead to full time permanent work. There is a canteen serving hot/Cold food. Large Car Park The salary is £15.34 hour on a three-shift rotation pattern. There is also an opportunity to earn a bonus once trained. Weekly paid

Site Engineer Civil Engineering Bath, Somerset Run Resourcing Ltd is currently looking to recruit a Site Engineer on behalf of a Tier one contractor. The Site Engineer is required to support a road improvement contract starting in May. The road is built above vaults, cellars and concrete slabs that were laid during the 1940s and have deteriorated over time along with the road’s foundations. They are now being replaced to ensure the road’s long-term safety and resilience. This will involve concrete works to support the vaults, new road construction, service diversions and improvements to footpaths. Suitable candidates will be required to hold current qualifications/training to include CSCS as minimum. For further information please send an updated cv or contact Danny Mayhew to discuss in more detail. Run Resourcing Ltd acts solely as a recruitment intermediary and does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information provided by the hiring company....

QC Microbiology Technician - Swindon Opportunity: This is a brand new position that has been created due to expansion. My client is a global pharmaceutical manufacturing company are looking to recruit an experienced Microbiologist where you will be carrying out high volume microbiology testing on finished drug products. Duties and responsibilities include: * Conducting QC Microbiology testing on finished drug products. * Supporting the QC Scientist’s on microbiology testing. * Maintaining the microbiology laboratory. * Maintaining stock levels and preparation of logbooks. * Maintenance of lab equipment to include but not exclusively: Switching on VLF Class II cabinet Boiling water / bead baths, Media preparation (pH testing of media, autoclave waste & sterilisation of equipment). * Maintenance of weekly stock culture isolates. * Washing Micro Glassware and use of glass washer. * Conducting In-process sampling testing when required. * Collective Environmental...

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Rate: £200-£250 per day Umbrella Contract: Initial 3-Month Contract A major highways maintenance programme is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support a busy commercial team delivering planned and reactive infrastructure works across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to high-volume maintenance contracts while working alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors on live operational projects. This role would suit someone with strong commercial administration and subcontractor management experience who thrives in a fast-paced infrastructure environment and is confident managing cost reporting, applications, and contract support activities. Key Responsibilities ·Support Quantity Surveyors with day-to-day commercial management activities ·Agree subcontractor applications and support payment processes ·Prepare and submit client applications and billing information ·Identify and manage contract variations ·Support cost...

Streetworks Inspector Site Based £30 per hour 6-Month Contract Vehicle Provided for Business Use   An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Streetworks Inspector to support a busy highways network management function during a sustained period of project and utility activity. This role will focus on monitoring live and completed streetworks activity, ensuring compliance with NRSWA legislation, safety standards, and reinstatement specifications across the highway network.   This is a hands-on inspection and enforcement role suited to someone with strong highways and streetworks experience who is confident dealing with utilities, contractors, and the public in a fast-paced operational environment.   Key Responsibilities ·Carry out inspections of live and completed streetworks sites. ·Monitor compliance with NRSWA 1991 and Traffic Management Act 2004 requirements. ·Issue defect notices and enforcement actions where required. ·Inspect reinstatements in line...

Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Engineer Chippenham £43,000 – £46,000 (DOE) 6 Months contract Monday – Friday (flexible hours, early finish Friday possible) The role would suit experienced MES / Manufacturing Execution System Engineers who have genuine hands-on experience implementing or supporting an MES platform (Aegis FactoryLogix, Siemens Opcenter, or Critical Manufacturing) within an electronics manufacturing environment. It is essential that you have worked extensively with PCB/PCBA production data including Gerber, ODB++, BOM structures and ECAD-to-MES integration. Candidates with rail, aerospace or high-reliability sector experience will have a significant advantage. You will be responsible for the configuration, maintenance and continuous improvement of the site MES, ensuring seamless flow of accurate manufacturing data from design release through to the SMT and assembly lines in a safety-critical production facility. The Role: * Configure and maintain the MES...

Facilities Engineer Certain Advantage are hiring for a Facilities Engineer based in Solihull. This role is an initial 10-month contract is required to be onsite fulltime. Role Overview The role involves end-to-end project ownership, from concept definition through to final handover, ensuring delivery meets technical, safety, quality, and operational requirements. Your responsibilities Define robust delivery plans with minimised disruption to production operations. Define solutions to deliver required capabilities for throughput and quality for new and modified facilities. Manage Contractors in strict accordance with the businesses Control of Contractors procedures. Document and resolve issues using appropriate problem-solving methodologies and tool sets. Manage projects from concept through to final handover and acceptance, including management of timing, risks & issues. Co-ordinate the support and input of all relevant stakeholders to achieve detailed project scopes,...

Pertemps Technical are recruiting for Skilled Mechanical Fitters on behalf of an industry-leading manufacturer of advanced packaging machinery. About the Role: You’ll be assembling and fitting precision machinery from detailed technical drawings, ensuring high build quality and attention to detail throughout the process. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone experienced in special-purpose machinery builds. Location: Bristol, UK - BS14 Full-Time | Day Shifts T2P Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00 Overtime Available Start Date: ASAP £18 P/H DOE ( £37,000 per annum ) Key Responsibilities: * Assemble and fit bespoke packaging machinery * Work from mechanical engineering drawings * Perform precision fitting, alignment, and testing * Collaborate with engineers to resolve build issues * Maintain quality and health & safety standards * Measurement and allignment techniques * Workshop mechanical assembly * Build, test and commissioning of packaging machinery *...

Are you ready to play a key role in shaping next-generation naval combat systems? Do you have hands-on experience with electric propulsion systems in surface combat vessels? Can you translate complex defence requirements into practical engineering solutions? The Opportunity A leading engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Combat Systems Engineer to support high-profile maritime defence programmes, working on advanced surface fleet capabilities within a collaborative, hybrid working environment. We would also welcome applications from these industries Defence, aerospace, shipbuilding, offshore energy, subsea engineering This role would suit candidates working in these roles Marine Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Naval Architect, Combat Systems Engineer, Propulsion Engineer, Systems Engineer, Defence Engineer, Power Systems Engineer, Ship Design Engineer, Maritime Consultant Your duties and responsibilities will be Interpret client capability needs and...

Major Projects Construction Claims & Disputes Quantity Surveyor Overview An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Construction Claims & Disputes Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial and finance functions on complex infrastructure and major construction programmes based near Bristol. This role will focus on contractual cost recovery, commercial analysis, dispute resolution, and financial reporting across large-scale projects. Working closely with project delivery, commercial, and finance teams, you will play a key role in maximising contractual entitlement, supporting claims preparation, and managing commercial disputes under NEC forms of contract. The successful candidate will combine strong quantity surveying and commercial management expertise with excellent analytical, contractual, and stakeholder management capabilities. Commercial Claims & Disputes Lead the preparation, analysis, and substantiation of construction claims and contractual...

An opportunity has arisen with my client for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join them on a 6 -month contract. As the Principal Mechanical Design Engineer you will develop products to meet customer's needs. You will perform a range of engineering activities including progressing developmental designs into production environments and working with suppliers on technical queries. Role: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Pay: £40 -£50 per hour via umbrella Location: Stevenage or Bristol Contract: 6months Hours: Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week Security Clearance: Security Cleared however can start on BPSS, UK Eyes only Carry out Mechanical Design and proving activities as part of a wider team for prime and variant products, of both piece parts and assemblies. Support/liaise with manufacturing, resolving manufacturing problems & defects. Support to functional & environmental testing and trials. Liaise with suppliers/purchasing to resolve any technical...

Job Title: Senior Engineer - Civils Type: Contract Location: Bristol Rate : Dependant on experience Job Reference: JHSERC I am looking for a senior engineer with a good civils background, to deliver civil engineering technical excellence for civil engineering works associated with projects in the south west Role You will have previous experience working in a similar role within rail civils work from a senior engineer perspective. This role would suit a civil engineer. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Ensure the civil engineering on allocated company contracts are technically compliant with the relevant Group, client & company standards. Act as the civil engineering technical contact and liaison with clients and sub-contractors in order to resolve technical issues. Ensure integration of design, installation and testing and that the end product meets the client specification and has technical integrity. Carry out project risk assessments. Attend...

Highway Engineer - Contract £30 per hour | 6-Month Contract | Hybrid Working - Predominantly Site Based A great opportunity has arisen for an experienced Highway Engineer to support a busy programme of highways maintenance and surface dressing works. This is a delivery-focused, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working on-site, managing schemes independently, and driving works through from assessment to completion. You will play a key role in preparing and delivering maintenance schemes across the highway network, ensuring works are accurately scoped, packaged, and supervised to a high standard. Key Responsibilities ·Deliver highways maintenance and surface dressing schemes on-site ·Prepare and coordinate upcoming surface dressing programmes ·Visit and assess approximately 200 sites for patching works ·Measure works and produce structured contractor work packages ·Supervise works on the highway network to ensure quality and compliance ·Manage your own workload...

Data Management Engineer – Aerospace (Windows command line and scripting) Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our prestigious aerospace manufacturing client for a Data Management Engineer who can offer experience in working on data management projects, working with documents and data within google drives, and skilled in working with Windows Command Line and scripting. Any previous experience of Python programming and Google workspace / sites management experience would be highly desirable. This is a contract position to start ASAP initially until 31st Dec 2026 requiring 3 days onsite in Bristol. Support Data management implementation (e.g. network attached data containment) Support data improvement projects (e.g. site pages, documentation) Ensure the control and management of the produced data within the operational domains Support preparation of data governance guideline documents and other required communication materials.Essential Skills : Windows command line...

Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a talented and experienced Combat Systems Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This is a unique opportunity to work on mission-critical projects that help protect and secure national interests. Key Responsibilities: Designing, developing, and implementing combat systems within various defence projects Conducting in-depth analyses and assessments of system performance and capabilities Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated system solutions Providing technical guidance and expertise to support ongoing project developments Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements Preparing detailed technical documentation and reports Participating in testing, evaluation, and validation of combat systems Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of emerging technologies and advancements in the field Job Requirements: Significant experience in the...

Human Factors Engineer required fror long term contact assignemtn based in Bristol 3 days on site rest from home Skillset/experience required: * Member of the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF) * User Interface design & use of User Interface prototyping tools such as Axure * Implementing Human Centred Design processes * Application of Human Factors Integration & Human Factors Engineering in a Defence context * Knowledge of defence standards (00-251) * Conduct of core HF activities including task analysis, requirements development, user trials and Experimentation. * Application of physical ergonomics and use of CAD software such as Jack or RAMSIS * Good understanding of Systems Engineering and disciplines that interact with Human Factors (Supportability, Training, Systems) including definition and verification of HF requirements. * MS Office, DOORS * Ability to generate technical reports * Good planning skills * Customer focused * Effective...

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer for a 12 Month contract based in Derby (hybrid). Job description - the role What you'll do: Support the repair and overhaul of engine components within external supply chain partners Develop, improve, and standardise repair processes across machining, coating, welding,...