194 jobs found in Abingdon

Redline has an extraordinary opportunity for a Contract Experimental Physicist - Ultra High Vacuum based in Didcot Oxfordshire, with a specialist scientific Start-up company who are at the forefront of groundbreaking energy research. This contract will not accept candidates operating via a PSC, therefore you will be required to work via an Umbrella company. This is a great opportunity to work with technology that you will not find anywhere else in the UK. This is experimental technology and you will be joining in their R&D phase as they are researching different ways they can use their technology. You will be responsible for setting up and running experiments using table top vacuum chamber which will test emissions from cold Plasma. Key skills required for the Contract Experimental Physicist - Ultra High Vacuum position based in Didcot, Oxfordshire: - Experience with Ultra High Vacuums - Background in Chemistry - Experience working in a start up environment - For more...

An opportunity has arisen for a Project Manager with experience in Bridges / Structures and Highways Engineering to join a client in Oxford. Your main duties include delivering high-profile highway and transport projects across the area, liaising with various stakeholders, managing a multi-disciplinary contractor and design consultant team (highway, bridges and structures) as well as holding budget responsibilities and negotiating funding and income. One of the main projects you will be in involved in is a high-value major bridge replacement scheme.   This is a full-time contract position. The rate on offer is £475 - £500 per day - negotiable for the right candidate. Flexible working arrangements and working from home opportunities are available.   Working within the Highways team your main duties include: ·Delivering major transport, highways and transport infrastructure projects ·Reviewing design drawings and overseeing cost control ·Managing contract administration and...

An opportunity has arisen for two Officers/Engineers with experience in Highways Maintenance and Drainage to join a client in Oxfordshire. Your main duties include assisting with the delivery of highway maintenance and drainage schemes across the area, liaising with relevant stakeholders and contractors as well as overseeing patching and surfacing and carrying out site visits for quality control.   This is a full-time contract position. The rate on offer is £40 - £45 per hour + expenses - negotiable for the right candidate and dependant on experience. Flexible working arrangements are available.   Working within the Highways team your main duties include: ·Assisting with the delivery of highway maintenance and drainage schemes ·Planning and executing surfacing, patching, drainage and highway improvement projects ·Carrying out site visits across the area to ensure quality control ·Liaising with members of the public, stakeholders, emergency services and contractors...

Duct Fitter - I am currently looking for 2 x Duct Fitters to join a contract in Oxford. Duties for the Duct Fitter will include :- * Upgrading existing ducting across the building * Inspecting ducting for damage and identifying defects * Working to drawings to complete ducting installation * Assembling duct work The rate of pay for the Duct Fitter is £240 a day based on working 8 hours. You must have a CSCS Blue Skills Card, your own tools and to be able to get to and from the site every day. TXM Recruit is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any specific requirements or require assistance or reasonable adjustments to be made for you during the selection or application process due to disability or a long-term health condition, we will do our best to assist you

MEICA Commissioning Engineer | Clean Water Projects | Affinity Water Region Tired of the same old AMP talk? This is one of those rare commissioning roles where you’re trusted to deliver, not micromanaged. You’ll be working on clean water treatment and network upgrade projects within the Affinity Water region, helping to bring essential infrastructure to life across the region. If you like getting hands-on with complex systems, solving problems under pressure, and seeing results that make a real impact on communities, this one’s worth reading. 💡 The Role You’ll take ownership of the full commissioning process — from off-site testing to integration into live water assets. Reporting to a Commissioning Manager who understands the challenges first-hand, you’ll coordinate on-site activities, ensure safety, and make sure every system is delivered to spec and on time. Key responsibilities: • Lead day-to-day commissioning activities and support delivery teams on site • Produce accurate...

️ MEICA Lead x 2 – Major AMP8 Scheme | Oxfordshire | Winsor Corridor Outside IR35 | £475–£550 per day | Long-Term Project Tier 1 Contractor | Major Water Infrastructure Scheme Some freelance roles are there to fill a gap. This one is there because the project genuinely needs someone strong enough to lead it. A leading Tier 1 contractor has secured a major AMP8 water scheme in the Oxfordshire region and is looking for a MEICA Lead to take ownership of delivery across a complex live project environment. They’re looking for someone who can do more than sit in progress meetings and update spreadsheets. They need somebody who understands how MEICA packages actually come together on site and someone comfortable managing technical issues, driving subcontractors, coordinating commissioning activities, and keeping momentum when programmes tighten up. You’ll be heavily involved from delivery through to completion, working alongside senior operational teams on one of the region’s key AMP8...

Chemistry Laboratory Technician (Operator) 24-25k South East ABJ6515 TEMP - 6 months – on site An excellent opportunity for an early-career Chemistry Laboratory Technician / Lab Operator to join a dynamic and supportive team within a modern laboratory environment. This role is ideal for someone with a background in chemistry or manufacturing who is looking to develop hands-on experience in formulation, blending, and analytical testing. As lab technician you will play a key role in supporting laboratory operations while gaining exposure to wider technical and technology teams in a global setting. As a Laboratory Technician / Lap Operator in an industrial manufacturing setting, you will support day-to-day lab activities, including formulation and blending work, coordinating tests, and preparing samples for dispatch. This is a fantastic opportunity to build practical lab skills while developing your knowledge in performance testing and analytical science. You’ll also have the...

Redline has an extraordinary opportunity for a Contract Experimental Physicist - Superoxide based in Didcot Oxfordshire, with a specialist scientific Start-up company who are at the forefront of groundbreaking energy research. This contract will not accept candidates operating via a PSC, therefore you will be required to work via an Umbrella company. This is a great opportunity to work with technology that you will not find anywhere else in the UK. This is experimental technology and you will be joining in their R&D phase as they are researching different ways they can use their technology. You will be responsible for setting up and running experiments looking into reaction rate & attachment and detachment of Superoxide, working with plasma that comes from the air. Key skills required for the Contract Experimental Physicist - Superoxide position based in Didcot, Oxfordshire: - Experience with Superoxide - Background in Chemistry - Experience working in a start up...

Senior Project Manager Oxfordshire with Hybrid working 3 days a week in the office PAYE: £243.86 – £257 per day Umbrella: £325.02 – £342.54 per day We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Project Manager to lead a major bridge rebuilding project. This is a pivotal role, acting as the principal representative of the client and ensuring successful delivery from concept through to completion. The Role As Senior Project Manager, you will take full ownership of the project lifecycle—overseeing planning, design, procurement, and construction phases. You will ensure the project meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental responsibility while maintaining strong collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, contractors, engineers, and local authorities. Clear communication, proactive problem-solving, and effective stakeholder engagement will be central to your success in this role. Key Responsibilities Oversee procurement processes and manage project...

Redline has an extraordinary opportunity for multiple a Contract Vacuum Instrumentation Engineer based in Oxfordshire, with a specialist scientific company who are at the forefront of groundbreaking scientific experiments. This contract will not accept candidates operating via a PSC, therefore you will be required to work via an Umbrella company. This is a great opportunity to work with technology that you will not find anywhere else in the UK. The company is currently undertaking the biggest project in their history, worth around £500 million and they need you to come on board and help them make it a success. You will be responsible for inspection, testing, commissioning of the state of the art vacuum systems which are part of a bigger machine. Key skills required for the Contract Vacuum Instrumentation Engineer based in Oxfordshire: - Practical experience and ability with vacuum or general physics instrumentation and electronics, interfacing, debugging and fault-finding. -...

JOB DESCRIPTION Tooling Administrator Schedule: Hybrid - 3 days/week office 2 days remote The Tooling Administrator will directly contribute to the production of the vehicle, collaborating with a team of tooling engineers and sourcing managers to ensure the highest quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery of tooling required for scaling production. The Tooling Administrator will partner with tooling engineers and sourcing managers to develop dashboards and reports, as well as coordinate with suppliers to monitor timing reports for the manufacturing of tooling for the company platform. Responsibilities: * Provide comprehensive documentation support for the tooling department. * Liaise with suppliers to collect and transfer data to the reporting systems in Google Docs. * Develop dashboards for presentations and reports to the tooling team and departmental management. * Contribute to the automation of the tooling workflow, identifying process efficiencies and...

Quality Inspector (Contract) Location: North Oxfordshire We're looking for a Quality Inspector to join a fast‑paced engineering and manufacturing environment on a contract basis. This is an opportunity to contribute to industry‑leading projects focused on innovation, sustainability and high‑performance production standards. The Role You will play a key role in ensuring that all incoming and internally manufactured components meet specification and quality requirements. Working within the inspection facility, you'll perform goods‑receiving checks, carry out detailed inspection work, and manage non‑conforming materials through to resolution. What You'll Be Doing Inspect incoming goods and in‑house manufactured components to engineering drawings and inspection standards Identify, document and communicate non‑conformances to relevant teams Quarantine and manage non‑conforming parts, including sorting, labelling and storage Assist with stock sweeps and containment activities when...

Are you ready to make a difference through your technical skills? A leading company in the FM industry is hiring a Plumber/Mechanical Engineer in Berkshire. This role is fundamental to ensuring the efficiency and safety of our systems, making every day varied and impactful. The Role As the Plumber/Mechanical Engineer, you'll: • Undertake emergency and planned repairs and maintenance, ensuring effective responses. • Maintain accurate records of all work conducted and report faults promptly. • Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including Health & Safety regulations. You To be successful in the role of Plumber/Mechanical Engineer, you’ll bring: • Relevant experience in plumbing or mechanical engineering. • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • A proactive approach to maintenance and repair tasks. What's in it for you? This role offers the chance to contribute to significant projects in a supportive environment where teamwork is valued. The...

Are you an experienced Contract Technical Customer Support & Repairs Technician with a background in Electronics and Defence? We're offering a potential long-term opportunity (8 Month initial term) to support a Berkshire-based customer in delivering critical support and repair activities on advanced electronic systems. This role has an indicative OUTSIDE IR35 determination therefore we can accept candidates who would like to operate through their own PSC. You will work alongside a multi-disciplined engineering team supporting sophisticated electronic products used within defence and industrial environments. This role is perfect for a hands-on and proactive technician who can fault find to component level, support customers directly, and ensure products are repaired, tested, and returned efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality and service. Key Skills required - Contract Technical Customer Support & Repairs Technician - Electronics/Defence, Berkshire:...

Role An experienced Site Agent is required on a contractor basis to support a major package of HS2 earthworks and drainage works in the Calvert (Bicester) area. This is a key site-based role with a strong emphasis on RAMS, site documentation, plant management and day-to-day control of works on a nationally significant infrastructure project.Working within an established site team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring works are delivered safely, compliantly and efficiently, in line with HS2 standards and programme requirements. Key Responsibilities Preparing, reviewing and managing RAMS, Task Briefings and Permit-to-Work documentation Ensuring all works are delivered in line with HS2 safety, quality and environmental standards Day-to-day site leadership of earthworks and drainage activities Plant management, including tracking what plant is on site, availability, usage and coordination with suppliers. Monitoring productivity and ensuring plant and labour resources are fully...

Job Title: Civil Engineer - Water Rate: £35 to £45 per hour (Outside IR35) Location: Thames Valley Type: Contract | Outside IR35 | Hybrid working About the Role: Our client is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with strong UK water sector experience to support the delivery of complex infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. This is a contract opportunity operating outside IR35, offering long-term project stability and hybrid working. You will provide hands-on technical expertise across the full project lifecycle, supporting design, coordination, and delivery on critical water industry schemes. About Our Client: Our client is a well-established UK engineering consultancy with a strong presence in the water sector. They are recognised for delivering technically robust, sustainable solutions and for working collaboratively with contractors, clients, and stakeholders across major programmes. Key Responsibilities: Project Delivery Support and deliver water sector...

Senior Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineer Leading Engineering Solutions Provider | Hybrid | Long-term Contract | Outside IR35 | Competitive Rate | Current SC Clearance Required | Electrical Infrastructure Experience Essential The Opportunity We're recruiting a Senior Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer to join a leading defence engineering solutions provider. You'll deliver EC&I design across complex defence infrastructure projects, bringing substantial experience in electrical systems design from either critical infrastructure environments (datacentres, utilities, healthcare facilities) or defence and nuclear backgrounds. Contract Details: Outside IR35 | Competitive rate | Hybrid working (2 days on-site every fortnight) | 9-day working fortnight | Current SC clearance essential This role suits experienced EC&I professionals who understand how to design robust electrical systems in demanding, highly-regulated environments....

Job title: Senior Engineering Manager Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start date: ASAP Duration: 12 Months Location: Reading Hybrid/Remote Working: 2-3 days onsite, home working rest of the week Hours of work: 37 hours per week Role information: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Engineering Manager to lead the delivery of complex facility design projects within a secure, regulated environment. This role will act as the primary engineering representative on projects, ensuring designs meet business needs, functional performance goals, and lifecycle requirements. You will oversee engineering activities from initial concept through to project handover, maintaining the Design Intent and Design Information Configuration throughout. Act as the lead engineering representative for allocated projects, ensuring delivery against requirements, safety standards, schedule, quality, and value for money. Serve as the main point of contact for all engineering matters. Ensure...

We have an excellent opportunity for a skilled and detail-oriented Electrical Quality Engineer to join our Client within the nuclear sector. This is a critical role ensuring that all electrical systems, installations, and components meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance required in a highly regulated environment. Security Clearance is required for this role - Candidates should be British Citizens with full British Passport and not have worked outside the UK for the past 5 years. The successful Candidate will play a key role in maintaining nuclear safety standards, supporting quality assurance processes, and ensuring full compliance with statutory regulations and industry codes. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Perform inspections and verification of electrical installations in line with project specifications and regulatory standards Ensure compliance with nuclear industry quality standards, including ISO 9001 and site-specific procedures Review...

We have a new opportunity for al Electrical AP based with our Client in Reading, Berkshire. ROLE OVERVIEW The overarching responsibility of the AP is to manage and co-ordinate Electrical safety against the approved project procedures. This will include day to day co-ordination of the Electrical AP's, provide due governance and management to meet the Nuclear Licence Conditions, QMS and Project Delivery processes and procedures. Security Clearance is required for this role - Candidates should be British Citizens with full British Passport and not have worked outside the UK during the past 5 years This is an on-site role with occasional travel. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES You are responsible to your Manager, for the execution of your individual job responsibilities. You will: Support your Manager and the staff under your control Maintain a good working relationship with Contractors, the Client, and associated personnel. Manage and control your section of the work...