13 construction jobs found in Ashby-de-la-Zouch

We’re looking for a hands-on Fitter to join our client, assembling bespoke timber garden buildings at customer locations. You’ll be responsible for constructing and fitting structures, carrying out carpentry work, installing roofs, and delivering a polished finish. Training will begin in the workshop before moving onto site-based projects. Main Duties: * Assemble and install timber garden buildings according to company specifications. * Interpret construction plans to build frames, walls, doors, windows, and roofs. * Undertake carpentry and joinery tasks, making adjustments on site as needed. * Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently (e.g., saws, drills, nail guns). * Fit roofing and ensure buildings are fully weatherproof. * Safely handle and move heavy materials, maintaining health and safety standards. * Apply finishes such as paint or sealants to complete the build. * Interact professionally with customers, representing the company...

What we need: Carrington West are looking for a reliable Site Agent with highways experience to work with our client, a major contractor on a National Highways scheme in the Midlands.    Working for a major contractor to National Highways covering a major highways scheme, you will be expected manage established site and contact systems to control the flow of engineering information between the company and client.   Responsible for the performance of Supervisors and Engineers under your control, you will continually appraise and develop their skills, whilst generating and reviewing H&S paperwork and identifying engineering discrepancies within the works information to resolve these issues to ensure works are constructed with the full agreement of the designer.   Responsibilities will include but not be limited to: ·Plan and oversee all aspects of a project from cradle to grave. ·Defining a project's scope and goals. ·Identify safe and unsafe working conditions....

Your new company My client is a part of a group that offers a range of services, including ecological consultancy. They were established over 40 years ago and have provided services to their clients nationally ever since. They work on a range of large scale infrastructure projects as well as conservation and others Your new role My client is looking for experienced Ecologists to work on a contract basis, outside IR35 regulations if required. Works can include: Ecological Clark of works (ECoW) Habitat Assessments Protected species surveys Botanical surveys Report writing BNG assessmentsWork can be located across the UK for a range of infrastructure and construction projects. Full and part-time seasonal contracts are available What you'll need to succeed Ecological experience CSCS Card Own PPE, Specialist equipment is desirable. Full driving licence and vehicle PTS (depending on project) Protected species licences are desirable. FISC qualification is also desirable....

Mechanical Technician / Laboratory Technician (Contract) Field-Based (UK Wide) £380 per day Ad Hoc / Project-Based Work – Open to LTD Contractors We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Mechanical Technician / Lab Technician to support a growing engineering services business delivering specialist maintenance and project work into laboratory, pharmaceutical and medical environments. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled contractor who enjoys varied, project-based work and is confident working across different client sites and technical environments. Roles & Responsibilities You will be supporting a range of laboratory engineering projects, including: Planned maintenance on general laboratory equipment Mechanical strip-down and reassembly of equipment Assisting with calibration activities (including temperature, pressure, weight, humidity and CO₂) Supporting UKAS-accredited calibration and temperature mapping projects Lab relocation work – decommissioning,...

Electrical Design Engineer (Contract) Location: Hybrid, with occasional on‑site attendance Contract: 6-12 months IR35: Inside IR35 (Umbrella or PAYE) Expenses: Business travel expenses covered Role OverviewWe are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer with proven experience in Primary substation design to support ongoing transmission and distribution projects. The role involves delivering high‑quality technical designs, ensuring compliance with UK standards, and contributing to project milestones within a fast‑paced engineering environment. Key Responsibilities * Produce detailed designs for primary substation systems * Develop equipment specifications, cable calculations, earthing designs, and interface documentation * Ensure designs comply with DNO/TSO standards, BS/IEC regulations, and project‑specific requirements * Support design reviews, technical assurance processes, and multidisciplinary coordination * Provide technical input across project stages from concept...

Renwables Site SupervisorMidlands£350/per day Are you an experienced Site Supervisor looking to take the next step in your career? Embrace the opportunity to join a leading M&E business specialising in Renewables / Solar PV Projects. We are seeking a dedicated Site Supervisor to be a key player for our clients team, based in Midlands.  Key Responsibilities  As a Site Supervisor, your primary responsibilities will include: Supervising subcontractors and ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of ground-mounted solar PV projects on-site. Working under the direction of the Project Manager, this role focuses on day-to-day site operations, quality control, and adherence to health and safety standards.   Skills and ExperienceMinimum 3–5 years in site supervision, preferably in renewable energy or large-scale solar PV projects. Proven ability to manage subcontractors and enforce safety standards. SMSTS certification essential; First Aid required. IOSH/NEBOSH...

Job title: Test Technician (Metrology) (B) Location: Wolverhampton Duration: 6 Months (rolling) Hourly rate: £21.88ph INSIDE IR35 (Via Umbrella Solutions) Heads are required to work 39hr working week. M - F, over alternating 2 shifts. Early shift 06:00 - 14:00 (M-T), 06:00 - 13:00 (F). Late shift 14:00 - 22:00 (M-T), 13:00 - 20:00 (F). POSITION DESCRIPTION: Use metallurgical & mechanical preparation and test equipment to assess components according to standard test processes, as required by engineering specifications or drawings. Carry out routine quality control testing for EDU, Battery and Frame Assembly. Perform teardowns of stators and frames, using destructive equipment, e.g. Bandsaws. Perform visual weld inspection testing and ultrasonic testing of spot welds. Use optical microscopes to measure welds, rivets and porosity content. Perform radiographic analysis of components. Support investigation of product quality issues with cross functional teams. Ensure...

Exciting Opportunity for a Highway Inspector in Nottinghamshire An excellent opportunity has arisen for a reliable and experienced Highway Inspector to join my client's highway maintenance team in Nottinghamshire. This is a key role responsible for ensuring the safe condition of the highway network, assisting with reactive maintenance works and statutory inspections in line with the Highways Act 1980. The ideal candidate will have experience in highway inspection and maintenance, with a strong focus on safety, record-keeping, and compliance. The main duties of the Highway Inspector include: ·Inspecting, investigating and ordering necessary works to maintain the highway network safely. ·Conforming to relevant legislation, policy and codes of practice for highway maintenance. ·Maintaining accurate records for inspection, maintenance and to support statutory defence in case of legal claims. ·Investigating third-party insurance claims, providing inspection records, and attending...

Job Title: Weights Engineer Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire Rate: £33.88ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £25.26ph on a PAYE basis Employment Type: Contract (Currently financed until March 2027) Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week Reference: J(phone number removed) Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: An On-Cycle (i.e. programme delivery) Weights Engineering role requires assisting with, or ownership of the attribute for the programme, encompassing (but not limited to): * Lead the coordination of vehicle weight data across all functional owners. * Own programme‑level weight targets, including setting, balancing, and reporting status to Integration and senior teams. Utilisation of set control models to determine the mass and loads of all buildable derivatives on the programme Lead resolution of key mass related issues, including loads, distribution, and target gaps. * Calculate (where appropriate) vehicle mass properties from geometry & first...

Job Title: Industrial Engineer Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire Rate: £27.21ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £20.35ph on a PAYE basis Employment Type: Contract (Currently financed until March 2027) Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week Reference: J(phone number removed) Job description: Job Title: Industrial / Manufacturing Engineer. As an industrial engineer you will have responsibility of presenting the statistical data required to plan, monitor & by analysis challenge, the labour requirements across the Production facilities. The scope of delivery is during the strategy phase of vehicle development, ensuring that the programmes deliver to their timings and HPC targets and then continue to deliver efficiency targets. This is achieved through having a comprehensive understanding of the Production operating parameters, the deployment of the Industrial engineering QOS, benchmarking activities, Design for Assembly (DFA) analysis in the virtual world, allocation...

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 highways and drainage experience to join the project team supporting works in Northamptonshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the UK’s largest infrastructure programmes, supporting the delivery of key highways and drainage packages on a nationally significant project. The Role As Site Engineer, you will support the delivery of highways and drainage works across the project. You will be responsible for setting out, quality assurance, and ensuring works are delivered in line with project specifications, programme requirements, and safety standards. Key Responsibilities Setting out and overseeing highways and drainage works on site Monitoring construction activities and ensuring works are delivered to specification Carrying out as-built surveys and maintaining accurate engineering...

Senior Planning Engineer – Pharmaceutical Projects Location: Macclesfield - Hybrid Working Rate: £(Apply online only)pd Duration: 12 months + We’re currently supporting a well-established engineering organisation delivering complex capital projects across highly regulated industries. Due to continued growth within the pharmaceutical sector, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Planning Engineer to support the successful delivery of major engineering and construction programmes. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the planning and scheduling of technically challenging projects within GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environments, working with multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and on schedule. The Role As a Senior Planning Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and managing detailed project schedules across a portfolio of pharmaceutical engineering projects. Working closely with project...

About this Position: This role is suited to an engineer with an automotive or powertrain background who will support the preparation, coordination and evaluation of engine testing activities. Working closely with multiple departments and technical specialists, the position plays a key part in ensuring test readiness, assessing results against defined criteria, and contributing to solutions for technical and build-related issues. Job Responsibilities: * Coordinate with internal departments to prepare engines for testing * Organise parts requiring modification to meet test requirements * Liaise with relevant teams to plan and support testing activity * Analyse test results and assess them against procedural pass criteria * Work with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to propose solutions for failed tests * Produce engineering reports to justify test outcomes and approvals * Present results and reports at...