207 jobs found in Biggleswade

TXM Recruit is working in partnership with an award-winning organisation on an exciting new project on a large static site near Shefford., on a long term temp-to-perm contract. The successful candidate will be required to complete carpentry and fabric repairs at a Large static site near Shefford.. Duties include but are not limited to: * Hanging doors. * Building fabric maintenance * Fitting kitchen units. * Skirting board replacements * Snagging Immediate start. Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week. Pay: £17.98 per hour PAYE - 12 week contract. Upon completion of 12 weeks, you will be offered a permanent position full-time with the company. £37,398.40 per annum. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS * NVQ trade qualification(s) in carpentry & joinery or equivalent. * CSCS Card (desirable) This position is suitable for someone looking or long-term career prospects and stability. To find out more information, please apply and a consultant from our...

Nicholas Howard are delighted to be recruiting for a Lead Electronics Engineer. Reporting to the Design Team Lead, the successful candidate’s responsibilities will include the following: - * Take responsibility for the design, development and support of mixed electrical / electronic solutions from concept to completion following a detailed phase-gate development process. * Define processes, specifications, and procedures that support the design and manufacture of the electrical/electronic hardware. * Provide technical review of supplier capabilities to facilitate source selection. * Facilitate the development of functional and physical design requirements to ensure complete integrated design architecture. * Design and development of electrical/electronic circuitry (includes, analogue, digital, microprocessor, FPGA design techniques and power electronics). * Analysis, test and evaluation of electronic/electrical circuits and components. * Electrical/Electronic...

Nicholas Howard are delighted to be recruiting for a Lead Electrical Engineer. Reporting to the Design Team Lead, the successful candidate’s responsibilities will include the following: - * To take responsibility for the design, development and support of mixed electrical / electronic solutions from concept to completion following a detailed phase-gate development process. * Define processes, specifications, and procedures that support the design and manufacture of the Electrical hardware. * Provide technical review of supplier capabilities to facilitate source selection. * Facilitate the development of functional and physical design requirements to ensure complete integrated design architecture. * Design and development of electrical circuitry (includes, power electronics, harnesses, 28V high current systems). * Analysis, test and evaluation of Electrical circuits and components. * Electrical circuit protection analysis. * The ability to produce technical...

Our client is currently seeking a full time Counter Balance driver to work from their depot in Bedford. This is not your typical Forklift role, you must also have a valid UK driving license with no more than 6 points as driving the company van on an adhoc basis will be required. This is a hands on role working in the manufacturing team, and use of power tools and basic understanding of either carpentry or metal works would be desirable. Monday to Friday 8.30 to 5 This job will be made permanent for the right candidate

Tooling Design Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire Contract (6 months), inside IR35, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday About the Role The Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including prototype design & build, development and integration of the build documentation and supporting requirements of full production build. This role will be required to provide technical support to the team in the design, development and implementation of industrial tools, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, performance requirements and ensure legislative compliance is adhered to. A thorough working knowledge of CAD...

Location: Melbourn, near Royston (SG8) Type of Work: Temporary Duration: 3 months initially, transfer to permanent staff for the right candidates Hours: 8am - 4.30pm, Monday to Friday (37.5 hour week) Moving to weekly shift rotations 13th July 2026 early / late shift (6am - 2:30pm and 1:30pm - 10pm on a weekly rotation) Salary: £17 per hour Job Reference: 36205 Polytec are looking for Manufacturing Technicians to complete assembly tasks for our client based in Melbourn, near Royston. Ideally you will have access to your own transport due to the shift pattern requirements. Responsibilities: * Assembling small plastic components Requirements: * Experience assembling small items * Attention to detail, good dexterity and an awareness of quality requirements * Cleanroom experience would be useful but full training will be given. You must be comfortable in lab PPE including hairnet, shoe covers, gloves and coat * Familiarity with a glovebox assembly would be beneficial Please contact...

We are recruiting for a talented Hardware Design Engineer to join our client's Test Equipment Hardware Design Capability team on a 6-month contract. Part of the Test Equipment Centre of Excellence (TE CofEx), this team designs, integrates, and validates innovative test system hardware solutions that support products throughout their lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects, ensure technical excellence, and help drive engineering success. Role: Test Development Engineer Pay: £50 per hour Via Umbrella Location: Stevenage Contract: Monday- Friday, 37 Hours per week, 6 Months Contract IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance: SC Required however can start on BPSS Essential Responsibilities Prepare specifications & develop designs in line with all quality and technical standards. Develop proposals for investigations & solutions, following investigation and analysis of technical issues. Carry out design appraisals to ensure all...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a number of Mechanical Systems Engineer / Architects on an initial 6 month contract.  The department can have the role based from either the Stevenage, Bristol or Bolton sites.   This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong background of working as a Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Systems Engineer, Mechanical Architect or has experience of Mechanical Systems Architecture.  A defence / aerospace background is ideal but not essential. DOORS experience would be great.    Rate: £60.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage, Bolton or Bristol depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: 3-4 days onsite needed. Will be 5 days onsite to begin with due to training needs Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)...

Industrial Electrician Location: Stevenage Contract: Mid July to Late October 2026 (Approx. 3.5 Months) Hours: 45 Hours per Week Rate: Up to £30 per hour (Umbrella) Inside IR35 We are currently recruiting for an experienced Industrial Electrician to support a major new-build chemical plant project in Stevenage. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy site installation team on a fixed-term contract, working on a high-profile industrial project. The Role You will be responsible for installing LV power and control cabling systems across the site, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards. Key duties include: * Installing LV power and control cabling systems * Cable pulling, dressing, glanding and terminating * Wiring into control panels, MCCs, junction boxes and process equipment * Carrying out modifications to cable ladder and cable tray containment systems * Working from electrical drawings and installation...

Goods Inwards Inspector Stevenage, Hertfordshire Initial 12 month contract.   Experience specifically required: Must have goods in inspection experience. Apprenticeship required.Hourly Rate: £28.71 plus Overate Rate  Key Responsibilities: Verify and accept procured products against contractual conditions, including undertaking first-off inspections. Read and interpret complex assembly drawings, checking dimensional tolerances, machined features, and surface finishes (detecting faults in painting, plating, or deterioration). Inspect components, including PCBs, ensuring the highest standards of workmanship. Identify non-conforming items, segregate defective products from good stock, and raise/maintain accurate defect reports. Complete all quality control paperwork associated with deliveries and maintain the product verification approval process through regular audits.What We Are Looking For: Apprenticeship/Qualifications: A formal technical engineering/craft apprenticeship (NVQ...

Role Title: Manufacturing Engineer Location: Stevenage (onsite) Duration: 12 Months Hours per Week: 37.5 Rate: £22.50p/h PAYE or £31p/h via Umbrella The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for supporting day-to-day operations including production associates, equipment, and processes to ensure we provide the highest quality products to our customers. The Manufacturing Engineer also provides technical and project leadership to develop and deploy equipment and process upgrades for new product development, cost reduction and quality improvement. This position reports to the Tech Transfer Team Leader and is part of the Operations & Supply Chain team located in Stevenage and will be an on-site role. What you will do: Identify, participate in and lead projects that deliver improvements in safety, quality, delivery and cost Problem solve process issues and/or product non-conformances using empirical evidence and quantitative analysis Participate in New Product Development...

Plant Maintenance Engineer - Temp to Perm My client is a food waste processing company based in Rushden, and they require a Plant Maintenance Engineer, (Electrical or mechanical) on a temp to perm basis. The role is to maintain the plant using the most cost-effective work methodology resulting in the highest up time possible. The role is to work within company work procedures and protocols and to adapt to the ever-changing circumstances. The ideal person will have worked in a similar an environment (such as Water) and have extensive experience of pump repairs and maintenance routines. You will also have a variety of industry related qualifications and experience such as NEBOSH, confined spaces, working at heights, PLC controls etc. You will also need a full driving license and ideally a Telehandler license Hours of work are likely to be 40 hrs per week Monday to Friday. Start and finish times to be confirmed but could be rotating early and late shifts or on a shift pattern...

Estimator   Long-Term Contract | Hybrid | Outside IR35 | £350-£500/day DOE Are you an Estimator or Senior Estimator with real earthworks experience wanting to join a busy pre-construction team on a strong pipeline of highways projects. You will be managing the tendering of projects - maximising tendered margin while identifying value engineering opportunities and successfully winning work.   What you'll do ·Actively tender projects received by the business ·Understand contractual terms and identify potential risks to the business ·Review all information received to understand the scope of works to be tendered ·Submit tenders on time and to the client's requirements ·Accurately measure relevant works to derive and validate quantities for pricing ·Build up tender rates from first principles on a labour, plant and material basis ·Identify value engineering opportunities to offer clients ·Obtain market rates for subcontracted works ·Respond to client queries in a...

Estimator   Long-Term Contract | Hybrid | Outside IR35 | £350-£500/day DOE Are you an Estimator or Senior Estimator with real earthworks experience wanting to join a busy pre-construction team on a strong pipeline of highways projects. You will be managing the tendering of projects - maximising tendered margin while identifying value engineering opportunities and successfully winning work.   What you'll do ·Actively tender projects received by the business ·Understand contractual terms and identify potential risks to the business ·Review all information received to understand the scope of works to be tendered ·Submit tenders on time and to the client's requirements ·Accurately measure relevant works to derive and validate quantities for pricing ·Build up tender rates from first principles on a labour, plant and material basis ·Identify value engineering opportunities to offer clients ·Obtain market rates for subcontracted works ·Respond to client queries in a...

Metal Polisher / Finisher Monday - Friday 6am - 2pm / 10am-6pm Competitive + OT Hatfield / Welwyn Garden City gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Metal Polisher / Finisher to work at their facility based near Hatfield / Welwyn Garden City. Performance Objectives Responsible for ensuring specific polishing trimming operations are carried out Fully competent in grinding, drilling, punching and using band saws. Experience in using measuring equipment such as Vernier calipers/protractors & Micrometers. Ensure that work is conducted in a safe environment according to safe practices - report deviation from H&S good practice immediately.Person Specification Some basic self-inspection required Health & Safety Training. Knowledge of polishing lathes and various polishing equipment; Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements relating to polishing and spraying machines Experience in a Metal Polishing /...

Manufacturing / Production Operator Multiple Roles on a range of shifts; Days or 2-10pm Competitive + OT Welwyn Garden City gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Chemical Milling Operator to work at their facility based near Hatfield / Welwyn Garden City Job Specification Etches specified portions of metal parts materials used in manufacturing aircraft, using immersion equipment, templates, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments. Reads work order, blueprints and process specifications to define location of etch, finished dimensions and method sequence of operations Cleans surface of parts materials to make sure uniform adhesion of maskant Applies maskant to surfaces to be etched, scribes etch lines, using template, and removes maskant from etch areas Immerses parts materials in etching solution for specified time, manually or using hoist Removes objects from etch solution, rinses objects with water, and...

Press Operator Welwyn Garden City 6am - 2pm Competitive + OT Temp to Perm gap technical are proud to be representing this manufacturing business in their search for a Press operator to work at their facility based near Welwyn Garden City Performance Objectives Set up, operate, and monitor mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic presses for manufacturing aerospace parts. Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and job orders to determine press requirements. Inspect raw materials and finished components for quality and dimensional accuracy. Perform routine maintenance and minor troubleshooting of press equipment to ensure optimal performance. Collaborate with quality control to identify defects and implement corrective actions. Maintain accurate production records, including job logs, inspection reports, and maintenance records. Adhere strictly to aerospace industry safety standards, including handling of hazardous materials and equipment. Contribute to continuous...

Highways Supervisor - Structures We are currently recruiting for an experienced Highways Supervisor to work on a major National Highways maintenance contract, with works across the Cambridge and Peterborough region. The Role This is a hands-on supervisory position overseeing highways maintenance works, with a strong focus on structures, including: Bridge inspections and maintenance Bridge bearings General highways structures Supervising site teams and subcontractors Ensuring works are delivered safely, on time and to National Highways standards The majority of work will be carried out on night shifts and weekends, with occasional day shifts available. Requirements Previous experience as a Highways Supervisor Essential: National Highways experience Proven experience supervising structures and bridge maintenance projects Strong understanding of health & safety and highways maintenance operations Willingness to travel across the Cambridge/Peterborough area Valid...

Murray McIntosh are currently seeking Chemical Engineers to work for a client of ours in Cambridge on an initial contract basis as detailed below: Skills & experience required: Strong Chemical engineering experience Ability to devise experiments to prove a principle Ability to design and/or build/test a rig Previous product development experience advantageous Previous experience of handing over proven principle to engineers to make a product advantageous R&D / Scientific background would be advantageous Current or ability to be BPSS cleared as a minimum, SC advantageous

Embedded Software Engineer | Outside IR35 | Cambridge The client is looking for specialist embedded software development services to deliver defined firmware components for an embedded Linux platform. They are looking for multiple software engineers, so I encourage you to apply if you have any recent experience developing software on an embedded Linux platform. Scope of Services * Development of embedded Linux firmware for target hardware platforms (OMAP & iMX6), including kernel configuration, BSP updates, and device driver enablement * Implementation of software required to support platform bring-up and peripheral integration (e.g. UART, SPI, I2C, PCIe) * Integration of firmware into the wider system, ensuring compatibility with existing software components * Investigation and resolution of technical issues relating to firmware, including hardware/software interaction faults * Production of supporting artefacts (design documentation, test specifications, and...