509 jobs found in Burton upon Trent

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter Location: Barton Under Needwood, Staffordshire Duration: Contract ( 3 months min) Rate:TBC Working Hours: * Monday to Thursday - 07:00 to 16:00 * Friday - 07:00 to 13:00 * Overtime is available. We are currently recruiting for a number of Mechanical Fitters for contract work based in Barton-Under-Needwood working for a large engineering company. Own transport is recommended due to the location. Key Duties & Responsibilities: * Responsible for ensuring your own health and safety and that of others and promoting a positive health and safety culture within the workplace * Ensure all Health and safety obligations are met, and company policies are adhered to * Report any safety concerns, hazard observations, accidents and incidents by the end of that shift to allow full investigation and prevent re-occurrence * Ensure activities and associated actions and measures taken do not endanger but assist with the upkeep and maintaining the company's ISO...

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter (Raft Fitter) Location: Barton Under Needwood , Staffordshire Duration: Contract (6 months min) Pay Rate: DOE Hours :7am till 4pm Monday to Thursday and 7am till 1pm on a Friday Own transport recommended due to location Our Client based in the Burton on Trent area are looking for Mechanical Fitters for an ongoing contract. Ideal candidates would be experienced HGV fitters / Heavy Plant Fitters with Hydraulic experience Responsibilities: To have a good understanding of vehicle mechanical interfaces and repairs of vehicle components. To be able to install / repair hydraulic systems. To be able to fault find and carry out diagnostic investigation work. Previous engine knowledge would be advantageous. To overhaul of raft components. To be able to understand schematic drawings. To undertake training as and when required. To work within a realistic timeframe. To mentor trainees / apprentices when applicable. To ensure that waste is disposed of in the...

Job Title: Engine Stripper / Strip Operatives. Day shift: Monday to Friday: 7:00am- 4pm and 7am to 1pm on Friday. Temp to perm Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Barton Under Needwood Job Overview We are currently seeking an Engine Stripper to join our Engine Strip & Transmission team at our Barton Under Needwood site. The role involves dismantling and reassembling engines in line with manufacturer standards and warranty requirements. The ideal candidate will have mechanical experience and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities * Dismantle mechanical components of engines in accordance with instructions * Collect new parts and distribute them to the correct engines or machinery * Jet wash engines after final checks prior to dispatch * Carry out any other reasonable duties as instructed by the manager in support of company objectives * Work in accordance with all 5S activities * Report any near misses * Ensure waste is disposed of...

Labourer £15.00 PAYE per hour | 6-month contract Burton upon Trent Days only with early Friday finish Hours: 07:00 to 16:00 Monday to Thursday 07:00 to 13:00 Friday The Role We are recruiting a Labourer to support a busy Rail organisation in Burton upon Trent. This hands-on role involves steam bay cleaning, packing and wrapping parts, operating site equipment, and carrying out general Labouring duties within a regulated engineering environment Key Duties Wash/clean vehicles such as rafts, engines, rafts frames and transmissions using pressured washer equipment Prepare machinery/vehicles for delivery Must be able to pack and shrink wrap products Must be able to assist in site maintenance as needed i.e. litter picking, compact and bale waste Essential Skills Experience working in a fast paced, deadline driven engineering environment You should be able to load and unload materials and equipment across the site Clear focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement Desirable...

Sub Assembler £16.11 PAYE per hour rising to £17.04 after 13 weeks | 6-month contract Burton upon Trent Days only with early Friday finish Hours: 07:00 to 16:00 Monday to Thursday 07:00 to 13:00 Friday The Role We are recruiting a Sub Assembler to join a busy Machine Shop within a well established rail engineering organisation based in Burton upon Trent. This hands on role involves the disassembly, reassembly and rebuilding of diesel engine sub assemblies, including compressors and water pumps, supporting the production of Cummins and MTU diesel engines to rail industry standards. You will work within a structured engineering environment, rotating across tasks and workstations to support production targets while maintaining safety, quality and housekeeping standards. Key Duties • Disassembly and reassembly of diesel engine components and sub assemblies • Rebuilding compressors, water pumps and other mechanical components • Rotating through multiple workstations to support...

Mechanical Fitter £16.72 per hour | 6 month contract Burton upon Trent Days only with early Friday finish Hours: 07:00 to 16:00 Monday to Thursday 07:00 to 13:00 Friday The Role We are recruiting a Mechanical Fitter to support a busy Fuel Shop operation based in Burton upon Trent. This is a hands on position within a regulated engineering environment, focused on the inspection, installation, testing, fault finding and maintenance of fuel systems and associated test equipment supporting engine testing activity. Key Duties Fault find and diagnose fuel system issues linked to testing operations Install, inspect and repair fuel systems and associated components Test fuel pumps and injectors, accurately recording results Carry out routine and preventative maintenance on test rigs Essential Skills Experience working in a fast paced, deadline driven engineering environment Good knowledge of fuel system components including pumps and injectors Clear focus on safety, quality and...

Mechanical Fitter   We are currently recruiting an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our engineering team based in Barton‑under‑Needwood. This is an opportunity to work on complex, heavy mechanical systems.   The Role: As a Fitter, you will be responsible for the stripping, rebuilding, and overhaul of heavy mechanical assemblies used within the rail industry. The role requires a hands-on, methodical approach with a strong focus on quality and safety.   Key Responsibilities: Strip down, inspect, and survey mechanical units Rebuild and assemble components to engineering specifications Working on transmission and gear boxes Overhaul and test mechanical systems including: Fluid couplings Rail transmissions Torque-limiting couplings Identify wear, faults, and required repairs Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and within agreed timescales Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to health & safety procedures   Working Hours: 40 hours per week Monday –...

Mechanical Fitter Salary: £17.00ph PAYE raising to £18.79ph PAYE Contract: 6-month contract Shifts: Monday to Thursday 07:00 – 16:00 Friday 07:00 - 13:00 Location: Burton upon Trent The Role We are currently seeking Mechanical Fitter's to join a team at Barton under Needwood. This is a hands‑on role focused on carrying out servicing, overhauls and associated mechanical repairs on rail vehicles. You will work as part of a skilled team, delivering high‑quality mechanical work safely, efficiently and in line with engineering specifications. Key Responsibilities Carry out mandatory servicing and mechanical repairs on rail vehicle systems and components. Understand and work effectively with vehicle mechanical interfaces. Install, maintain and repair hydraulic systems. Carry out fault finding and diagnostic investigations to identify and rectify defects. Essential: Proven experience in a mechanical fitting, maintenance or overhaul environment. Ability to work effectively in a...

Job Title: Bench Fitter / Mechanical Fitter Location: Burton upon Trent Shift: Days only Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Thursday: 7:00am - 4:00pm Friday: 7:00am - 1:00pm Salary: DOE Duration: Contract role, minimum 6 months + may go permanent. Start Date: Immediate Client Overview Our client is a leading manufacturer and front-line supplier of powertrain products across the UK and Ireland. Their areas of expertise include engine overhaul, final drive overhaul, and locomotive refurbishment within the rail sector. Role Overview We are recruiting a Hydraulics Fitter to support ongoing rail projects at the Burton upon Trent site. This is a bench-based role working as part of a team, stripping and rebuilding mechanical and hydraulic systems on locomotive rafts and transmissions. Key Responsibilities * Strip down engines, transmissions, and mechanical components for overhaul * Build and rebuild transmissions and raft assemblies within the rail industry * Fit refurbished...

Panel Wirer Salary: £17.00ph PAYE Contract: 6-months contract Location: Burton Upon Trent Hours: 40 hours per week The Role Are you an experienced Panel Wirer or Harness Builder with a background in automotive or rail systems? This is an excellent opportunity for a Panel Wirer to join a well‑established production environment within a globally recognised engineering organisation, supporting the manufacture and repair of high‑quality electrical harnesses and assemblies. This role is ideal for a practical, safety‑focused Panel Wirer who takes pride in producing work to drawing and instruction, thrives in a fast‑paced production setting, and values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Manufacture conduit and concentric layered electrical harnesses to current drawings and instructions Inspect, test, and repair electrical harnesses, control cabinets, power packs, and transmission systems Diagnose and identify unfair wear and tear, escalating repair...

Engine Builder  £17 per hour Paye Monday - Thursday 7am - 4pm. Friday 7am - 1pm Overtime available 6 month Contract The Role We are currently recruiting Engine Builders to support rail industry operations based in Burton-on-Trent. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a high-quality engineering environment, carrying out the rebuild and assembly of rail engine components, while maintaining strict safety and quality standards. This is a hands on role and involves the reassembly and rebuilding of diesel engines, supporting the production of Cummins and MTU diesel engines to rail industry standards. Key Responsibilities As an Engine Builder, your duties will include: Stripping and rebuilding mechanical engines in line with work instructions Working accurately to OEM manuals and technical documentation Reading and interpreting assembly specifications to plan and complete build activities Verifying part conformity against stock lists using measuring equipment such as...

We are currently looking for experienced Fabricator/Welders to work for one of our clients in Burton on Trent The client is a market-leading manufacturer of specialist equipment to a range of industry sectors including heavy engineering and aerospace. Due to the specialist nature of the products the work is both interesting and varied and will involve the fabrication of large metal structures, working from engineering drawings, from base materials through to finished product and will include the following:- * Marking out * Metal preparation * Cutting * Bending * Assembly * Welding The work will mostly involve the fabrication of carbon steel and stainless steel and may involve some pipe work as well as plate. The ideal candidates must be experienced Fabricators ideally with some pipefitting experience. The ability to carry out MIG welding to a high standard is essential. Experience of TIG and MMA welding would also be useful. Previous experience of working on the...

We are currently looking for Semi-Skilled/Skilled Mechanical Fitters to work with one of our clients in Burton on Trent The client is a well-established and world leader in the manufacturer of specialist electrical equipment for a variety of applications worldwide Working alongside the client’s own staff the role will include working on the installation of a range of components and will involve all aspects of basic mechanical fitting. The work will be on a day shift basis Applicants must have a proven track record in a similar role and have some previous technical or engineering experience Previous experience of machine building or assembly would be advantageous. This is an ongoing long-term contract for the right candidate. Global Recruitment Services Ltd are a Recruitment Business based in the East Midlands For more information and to apply please email your CV to us

We are currently looking for experienced Panel Wirers to work for of our clients on a temp to perm basis The company is a well-respected world leader in the manufacturer of specialist electrical equipment for a variety of applications worldwide. Based in their workshop near Burton on Trent the work will involve working on the repair and refurbishment of used equipment and the main duties will include all aspects of electrical wiring/assembly ranging from control panels, sub-assemblies/frames through to smaller component installation. The successful applicants have a proven track record in a similar role ideally with a recognised relevant qualification although this is not essential. The ability to read and understand schematic diagrams is essential. Previous experience of machine building or assembly would be advantageous. This is a temp to perm role Global Recruitment Services Ltd are a Recruitment Business based in the East Midlands For more information and to apply please email...

We are currently looking for a Semi-Skilled Fabricator to work for of our clients on a temp to perm basis The company is a well-respected world leader in the manufacturer of specialist electrical equipment for a variety of applications worldwide. Based in their workshop near Burton on Trent this Semi-Skilled Fabricators role will involve working on the repair and manufacture of copper bus bars for a range of uses. The main duties will include * Measuring materials according to requirements * Marking out * Cutting materials to size using specialist machinery and hand tools such as snips * Drilling using both hand and pillar drills The successful applicants for this semi skiled fabricators role will have some experience in basic metal fabrication and be able to read and understand engineering drawings and work instructions. The ability to use basic hand tools and equipment such as metal saws, pillar drills and band saws is essential Excellent prospects for long term work for...

We are currently looking for experienced Mechanical Fitters to work for one of our clients in Burton on Trent on a temp to perm basis The client is a market-leading manufacturer of specialist equipment to a range of industry sectors including heavy engineering and aerospace. Due to the specialist nature of the products the work is both interesting and varied and will involve the build and assembly of a wide range of components on large special purpose machinery along with some maintenance work. Working from drawings from base materials through to finished product the main duties of this mechanical fitters role will include the following:- * Assembly of smaller components * Building of sub-assemblies and main product * Preparation of finished product for dispatch * Attending various sites to carry out both installation and maintenance duties The ideal candidates must be experienced Mechanical Fitters, preferable having served a recognised apprenticeship and possess relevant...

We are currently looking for a experienced Mechanical Design Engineers to work for one of our clients in Burton on Trent. The client is a market-leading manufacturer of specialist equipment to a range of industry sectors including heavy engineering and aerospace. Due to the specialist nature of the products theis Mechanical Design Engineers role is both interesting and varied and will include working on the design and creation of large scale fabrications and structures together with associated pipework and equipment. Based in their offices in Burton on Trent, but with a requirement to travel to customers both in the UK and overseas as required, it will include the generation of engineering diagrams, for use on their equipment and will involve working on specific projects from conception to completion. The main duties will include: * 2D and 3D engineering design proposal drawings * General Arrangement drawings * Fabrication details drawings * Pipework layouts and...

Senior Press Brake Programmer/Setter /Operator - Night Shift  Location: Derby DE11 Hours: Monday to Thursday Night Shift  Payrate - upto £18.50 p/h  Interviews Happening Immediately Are you a skilled press brake Programmer/setter/operator looking for your next opportunity? We're working with a well-established and growing engineering firm in Swadlincote who are looking to add to their friendly team. This role offers great rates of pay, steady Night shifts, and the opportunity to go permanent for the right person. What You'll Be Doing Working from detailed engineering drawings Programming, Setting and operating an Amada Press Brake  Will need experience in leading a team  Working independently on varied jobs and materials What We're Looking For Fully experienced Amada press brake programmer. setter, operator  Strong background in programming an Amada press brake  Experienced in leading a team  Confident in reading technical drawings 3+ years of experience working...

Job title: Electrical Test Technician Job location: Derby, Derbyshire Hourly pay rate: £28.44 Days/£30.75 Morn/£33.05 Afters (Umbrella) Shifts: Days, Mornings and Afters Hours per week: 37 hours a week + O/T Duration: 12 Months+ (predicted) Start date: ASAP Industries considered: RAF, Rail, Rolling Stock, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, Rolling Stock, Commercial/Industrial Electrics, Defence, Plant Engineering, SPM, HVAC, and Process Engineering. Client Summary: Our client is a global leader in Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing. Position Summary: The role is geared around Fault finding and diagnosing of train systems including TPWS (Train protection and Warning Systems), AWS (Automatic Warning Systems), PIS (Passenger Information Systems), Traction, braking, doors, radios, CCTVs, HVAC units DOO (Driver only operations systems) and MVB (communication network system). Ensure trains leave the site...

Job title: Electrical Test Technician Job location: Derby, Derbyshire Hourly pay rate: Mornings £18.29 Paye or £23.19 Umbrella Afternoons £19.64 Paye or £24.95 Umbrella Shifts: Mornings and Afters Hours per week: 37 hours a week Duration: 12 Months+ (predicted) Start date: ASAP Industries considered: RAF, Rail, Rolling Stock, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, Rolling Stock, Commercial/Industrial Electrics, Defence, Plant Engineering, SPM, HVAC, and Process Engineering. Client Summary: Our client is a global leader in Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing. Position Summary: The role is geared around Fault finding and diagnosing of train systems including TPWS (Train protection and Warning Systems), AWS (Automatic Warning Systems), PIS (Passenger Information Systems), Traction, braking, doors, radios, CCTVs, HVAC units DOO (Driver only operations systems) and MVB...