21 general assistant jobs found

Job Title: Assistant Mechanical Engineer / Plumbing Improver (Temp to Perm) Location: Richmond (Primary Site) - with occasional travel to Weybridge Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Contract: Temporary to Permanent initially paid through Umbrella on £18 - 19 per hour starting salary will be around £28k - £32k About the Role We are recruiting for an Assistant Mechanical Engineer / Plumbing Improver to join a growing team on a newly mobilised site in Richmond. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on experience in plant rooms, hard services FM, or a commercial maintenance environment who is looking to develop their skills and build a long-term career. This is a temp-to-perm position with a strong likelihood of becoming permanent, offering structured training, mentoring, and upskilling alongside experienced engineers. You will be primarily based in Richmond, with occasional travel to a nearby site in Weybridge. Key Responsibilities Support qualified...

Holiday Relief Labourers - Montrose Montrose, Angus Holiday Relief / Temporary Cover Full-time, Monday to Friday KBM Resourcing are currently recruiting Holiday Relief Labourers for a busy industrial site in Montrose. This is an excellent opportunity for reliable and hardworking individuals looking for temporary work within a fast-paced yard and production environment. Key Responsibilities * De-capping steel pipes and tubular products * Assisting with general labouring duties across the site * Supporting operational and production staff as required * Maintaining a clean and safe working environment * Following site health and safety procedures at all times * Manual handling and moving materials when required Requirements * Previous labouring or yard experience preferred but not essential * Ability to work safely in an industrial environment * Good work ethic and willingness to learn * Physically fit and capable of manual handling duties *...

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Mate / Improver to join a well-established team based in Hebburn, working across a range of large commercial projects throughout the region. Requirements: * Valid ECS Card (essential) * Minimum 2 years' electrical experience * Full UK driving licence and own transport * Must live within approximately 10–15 miles of Hebburn / South Shields * Reliable, hardworking, and able to work effectively as part of a small team The Role: You will be assisting qualified electricians on a variety of large commercial sites, carrying out: * Installation and maintenance of temporary electrical supplies * Site cabins and welfare facility electrical works * General electrical support duties * Depot-based maintenance work in Hebburn * Making off armoured cable ends and associated electrical tasks The role offers a mix of site and depot work, providing excellent long-term opportunities for the right candidate....

Service Coordinator Location: Sheffield Temporary - potential to go permanent. Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm We are currently recruiting for a Service Coordinator to join our clients Sheffield's branch on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and customer-focused individual to play a key role in supporting our service operations and engineering teams. Key Responsibilities as a Service Coordinator: Handling reactive customer calls professionally and efficiently. Scheduling maintenance work, breakdown call-outs, return visits, commissioning activities, and additional service requirements. Ensuring the effective utilisation of service engineers. Maintaining accurate service records and updating information on the service management system. Processing engineer job sheets through Protean, from completion through to invoicing. Responding to customer enquiries regarding work carried out on site. Maintaining accurate customer records, contract...

Engineering Survey Opportunities – Major Infrastructure Project Location: Plymouth (Devonport Dockyard) Contract: Full-time / Long-term opportunities available Carmichael UK are working with a leading Tier 1 delivery partnership on a major infrastructure redevelopment project in Plymouth. We are currently recruiting for multiple Surveying professionals to support ongoing works on a high-profile site. This is an excellent opportunity to join a large-scale, complex project within a highly regulated environment, working across reinforced concrete, heavy civils, and machine-controlled operations. Roles Available Senior Surveyors Engineering Surveyor (Assurance) Engineering Surveyor (Machine Control) Key Responsibilities Across the above roles, responsibilities will include: Supporting and delivering site surveying activities across multiple work fronts Maintaining survey control networks and ensuring data accuracy across construction operations Carrying out quality...

Fabricator/Welder Our client, a leading engineering company, is seeking an experienced Fabricator/Welder to join their team on a contract basis. As an apprentice-trained fabricator welder, you will be responsible for carrying out general engineering tasks, assisting current welders to meet coded standards. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the manufacturing of large high tension cable connections. Key Responsibilities: Perform MIG/TIG Welding to a high standard Utilize MMA, Braising, and gas welding skills Work primarily on Mild Steel, and occasionally on other materials such as Stainless Steel Carry out additional fabrication tasks as required Job Requirements: Apprentice trained fabricator welder Significant experience in MIG/TIG Welding Experience in MMA, Braising, and gas welding is advantageous Ability to work with Mild Steel and other materials Strong fabrication skills Willingness to perform hand grinding and simple machine shop tasks This contract is...

Role: Production Picker Location: Ipswich, Suffolk Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:30 - 15:00 Pay: £13.50 - £14.00 p/hour + Overtime Contract: Temporary ongoing (potential for permanent contract) We are currently recruiting for a Production Picker to join a busy manufacturing business in Ipswich. This is a great opportunity for someone with warehouse and stock control experience looking for a long-term role with an early finish and overtime available. Production Picker Duties: Picking machine parts and components from the warehouse Reading and working from stock lists and pick sheets Managing inventory and maintaining accurate stock levels Carrying out regular stock checks and reconciliations Liaising with the manufacturing team to ensure parts are available when required Assisting with general warehouse duties as needed Maintaining accurate computerised stock records Ensuring a safe, clean, and organised working environmentWho are we looking for? Previous warehouse experience...

Do you enjoy working in a varied production environment where every day offers a different set of job responsibilities? As a Production Operative you will be working as part of a small dedicated team you will be work across several production areas to keep the manufacturing plant running smoothly and assisting the technicians and operators to organise and maintain daily operations. Production Operative – Wells-next-the-Sea – £39,500 6 month temp contract This role is paying one of the highest packages in the geographical area and would suit someone who is hardworking and career minded. Production Operative’s Key Responsibilities: ·       Provide operational cover for the site for production related jobs ·       Contributing to quality control across the shop floor, reporting on any quality inspection issues and keeping the production area safe and tidy at all times ·       Assisting with raw materials intake, weighing samples, allocating stock and bagging up products for...

Site Engineer - Water Wiltshire £350-£375/day (CIS) Start: ASAP Ongoing work available We are currently recruiting for a Site Engineer to join a major contractor on a project in Wiltshire. The scheme includes construction of reinforced concrete tanks, pipelines, ducting and associated civils works, forming part of wider AMP8 investment in the water sector. Role & Responsibilities • Setting out for civils works including RC structures, pipelines, drainage and ducting • Producing and maintaining accurate as-built records • Carrying out level checks and ensuring works are constructed to the correct line and level • Supporting QA processes including inspections, ITPs and documentation • Identifying and resolving drawing discrepancies, design clashes and site issues • Working closely with the Site Manager, General Foreman and subcontractors • Assisting with short-term planning and coordination of works • Ensuring works are delivered in line with drawings, specifications and...

Job title: Draughtsperson - Engineering Location: Birstall (4 days onsite) Contract length: 12 month initial contract Hours: Part time or Full time Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services, is seeking a Draftsperson. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining the Birstall drawings management system. A key focus of this role is ensuring that the site's CAD drawings across multiple Engineering disciplines are compliant with local legislative standards and adhere to good industry practices. This position involves collaboration with Project Engineers, Reliability teams, and other key stakeholders to produce and update necessary drawings. Key Responsibilities: * Generate detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings. * Manage the site drawings register, acting as the primary accountable person. * Maintain drawings to "As-built" status by conducting factory surveys. * Support the Engineering...

CNC Machinist Location: Burton Upon Trent Rate: £18.99 per hour (PAYE) | £25.89 Umbrella Contract: 6 Month Contract or Permanent Hours: 40 hours P/W • Monday – Thursday: 7:00am – 4:00pm • Friday: 7:00am – 1:00pm Overtime: Available The Opportunity Join a well-established rail engineering team working out of a brand new purpose built facility on critical components that keep the UK moving. This is a great opportunity for a skilled CNC Machinist looking for stability, great hours, and a long-term career path in a safety-critical industry. The Role You’ll be at the heart of precision machining, producing and restoring high-value rail components to tight tolerances and exacting standards. This is a hands-on, varied role where quality and attention to detail are key. Key responsibilities include: • CNC and manual machining (lathes & milling) • Working from engineering drawings and procedures • Precision inspection using metrology equipment • Fault finding and solving machining...

Job Title: High Level Technician (Rolling Stock) Job Location: Southwest London Hourly Pay Rate: £31.48 PAYE / £ 41.11 Umbrella Shifts: Minimum of 50 hours a week Shift Pattern: Panama . Days and nights Duration: On-going contract Start Date: ASAP Industries considered: Rail, Rolling Stock, RAF, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, Rolling Stock, Commercial/Industrial Electrics, Defence, Plant Engineering, SPM, HVAC, and Process Engineering Disciplines considered: Diesel Engine Fitter, Electrical Engineer / Mechanical Engineer, Mechanic, Avionic Technician, Aircraft Engineer, Marine Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, and Breakdown Engineer Client Summary: A world-renowned Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service and maintenance company and is the number one provider of rail solutions in the world. This prestigious company is also the largest rolling stock manufacturer and provider in the UK and...

We are seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters to join a major dismantle and decommissioning project in Milton Keynes. The recruitment focus is on the second intake, with a small number of ASAP start positions available for Monday. Role Overview: * Mechanical dismantling of industrial machinery * Strip-out work within a warehouse/industrial setting * Safe use of hand and power tools * Working as part of a large, coordinated team * Assisting with machinery relocation/removal Candidate Profile: * Proven Mechanical Fitter experience * Background in machinery dismantling/decommissioning * CSCS / CCNSG / IPAF / FLT / MEWP tickets advantageous

Our engineering client is looking for x3 Manufacturing Labourers to join their busy and growing team. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ideal for someone who enjoys practical, physical work. The role will involve supporting the production team with general labouring duties, including: * Assisting skilled operatives with day-to-day tasks * Carrying out general workshop and housekeeping duties * Keeping work areas clean, organised, and safe * Moving materials and components around site (lifting equipment provided) * Supporting with basic paperwork and job records when required Previous labouring or manufacturing experience is advantageous but not essential — a strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to get stuck in are key. If you’re based in or around Chichester and looking for a hands-on role, this could be a great opportunity. Assignment Type: Temporary Pay Rate: £13.40 per hour Hours:...

Our engineering client is looking for x3 Manufacturing Operatrives to join their busy and growing team. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a supportive manufacturing environment, ideal for someone looking to build practical skills. The role will involve supporting the wider production team with a variety of day-to-day tasks, including: * Assisting with basic hand assembly using simple tools * Supporting skilled operatives with ongoing work * General workshop duties and keeping the area organised * Completing basic paperwork and documentation * Helping move materials and components when required (lifting equipment provided) Previous manufacturing or hands-on experience is beneficial but not essential — a strong work ethic and willingness to learn are key. If you’re based in or around Chichester and looking to get started in a practical role, this could be a great opportunity. Assignment Type: Temporary Pay Rate: £13.40 per hour...

TXM Recruit are currently recruiting for a mobile Air Conditioning Engineer/HVAC Engineer to work for one of the UKs leading facilities companies on a plethora of their commercial contracts. The job will cover general weekly, monthly and quarterly checks, planned and unplanned maintenance duties as well as general fabric checks around the facilities Location – Across Kent and parts of London. * Salary – up to £55,000/Yr DOE. * Schedule - Monday to Friday 40 hours * Working hours – 8am to 4pm * On Call – 1 in 4 weeks on call. (negotiable) * Extra – Overtime available and training in commercial gas or electrics if wanted Your duties will be yet not limited to * PPMs on commercial HVAC systems * Diagnostics and fault finding * Repairs to cooling units and AHU’s * Rectifying faults found * Splits, VRF and more. * AC * Overdoor Heaters * HRU * Fan Coils * AHU Requirements * Full UK License – 6 points max. * F-Gas Cat 1 Qualified * City & Guilds...

Position: MMA Welder Location: Selby Hours: 10hrs paid Mon-Sun (you will usually work around 9 hours/day Mon-Fri and 6-7 hours/day Sat-Sun but be paid for 10 hours/day) Start Date: 27th May Duration: 10 weeks PAYE Pay Rates: Mon-Sun: £20.50/hr, including Holiday Pay Lodge Allowance: £50.00/day worked Gross Pay: £1785.00/week (including lodge allowance) The Role: Our client has a requirement for MMA Welders for a shutdown on a power station shutdown near Selby, immediate start for 10 weeks. Duties will include MMA welding on mild steel plate, channels, and brackets as well as assisting mechanical trades with general maintenance. Essential Requirements: - CCNSG card - Confined Space Entry certificate - Experience of MMA welding on large industrial sites (cement, power, refinery, steel) About Us: Integrate Engineering Resources Ltd provides a dedicated recruitment service to the Engineering Construction & Maintenance sectors. Our specialist recruitment activities...

Job Title: Caretaker Location: Marston Green Contract Type: Temporary Rate: £18 per hour via umbrella Requirements: Full UK driving licence, Enhanced DBS About the Caretaker Role: We are looking for a reliable and proactive Caretaker to provide support across local schools. This role involves general site management, planned and reactive maintenance, porterage, security, and acting as a key link between the school and support services. Key Responsibilities of the Caretaker: • Carry out general site management including litter picking, planned and reactive building maintenance, porterage, security, and reception duties. • Log all maintenance and cleaning tasks, proactively identifying and completing minor repairs where appropriate, and requesting assistance for tasks outside your skillset. • Unlock and lock school buildings, ensuring security at all times, including security patrols and checking doors and gates are locked. • Ensure all equipment used is in good repair and operated...

Position: Semi Skilled Fitters Location: Selby Hours: 10-12hrs/day paid, Mon-Sun Start Date: 27th May Duration: 10 weeks PAYE Pay Rates: Mon-Sun: £20.50/hr including Holiday Pay Lodge Allowance: £50.00/day worked Weekly Gross Pay: Approx £(Apply online only)/week The Role: Our client has a requirement for Semi Skilled Fitters for a shutdown on Drax power station. Duties will include working in confined spaces, assisting with maintenance and replacement of mechanical components across the site, including precipitator filter systems, general plant maintenance, removal and replacement of mechanical components. Essential Requirements: - CCNSG card - Confined Space Entry certificate - Experience using hand and power tools - Experience of working on large industrial sites (cement, power, refinery, steel) About Us: Integrate Engineering Resources Ltd provides a dedicated recruitment service to the Engineering Construction sector. Our specialist recruitment activities range across all...

Salary: £12.21 p/h Hours: Various Shifts available Contract: Temp to Perm Position Generation People is currently hiring for and working with several well-established companies based in Chesterfield, and due to this we are looking for a number of General operators and assemblers for various clients in and around Chesterfield. We are looking for someone who can work in a sometimes fast-paced environment and can produce a high standard of work, as our clients works in various sectors. Daily Duties for General Operatives include: * Assembly of products to bespoke designs and client specifications. * Working on the bench and/or operating various machinery * Quality checking own work * Operating various hand tools * Assisting with packing and despatch of completed products ready for delivery. * Adhering to health and safety procedures * Maintaining a clean workstation and production floor. * Any other associated duties within this role Candidate...