25 education jobs found in Burton upon Trent

Job Title: Electrician / Harness Builder Location: Barton Under Needwood Duration: 6 months min Hours: 7am-4pm Mon to Thurs, 7am to 1pm Friday. Own transport is recommended due to location. Our client based in Barton Under Needwood, require an experienced Harness Builder to start asap, for at least 6 months work. The Role: The role of the Electrician/Harness builder is to ensure that all items are manufactured/repaired in accordance with current drawing/instruction to a high standard. 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 *To ensure business activities support the maintenance of the company's ISO (9001, 14001 and...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for Application Engineer on a 6 Month Contract, based in Staffordshire Role Summary The Application Engineer is responsible for providing technical expertise and support throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that customer requirements are translated into effective technical solutions. Working closely with customers, sales teams, project managers, and engineering functions, the role focuses on developing application designs, technical specifications, and system configurations that meet both customer expectations and business objectives. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges, support project execution, and drive successful implementation. The Application Engineer serves as a key technical point of contact, providing guidance on product capabilities, system integration, and application performance. They also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for Data Engineer on a 6 Month Rolling Contract, based in Warwickshire. Role Summary A Data Engineer designs and maintains scalable data pipelines and storage systems, with a focus on integrating and processing knowledge graph data for semantic insights. They enable efficient data flow, ensure data quality, and support analytics and machine learning by leveraging advanced graph-based technologies. * Build and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines for knowledge graphs and other data sources. * Design and manage graph databases (e.g., Neo4j, AWS Neptune, ArangoDB). * Develop semantic data models using RDF, OWL, and SPARQL. * Integrate structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data into knowledge graphs. * Ensure data quality, security, and compliance with governance standards. * Collaborate with data scientists and architects to support graph-based analytics. Requirements * Education: Bachelor’s/master’s in computer science,...

Site Engineer (Bridge Project) Location: Coventry Rate: £330 - £400 per day (CIS Only) Start: ASAP Duration: 9 Months Project Overview We are seeking a competent Site Engineer to handle the setting out and engineering control for a bridge construction project in Coventry. This is a 9-month contract covering structural concrete works, piling, abutments, and associated approach roads. You will be the lead technical presence on the ground, ensuring all structural and civil works are delivered precisely to design specifications and quality standards. Key Responsibilities Setting Out: Accurate setting out of all bridge infrastructure, including piles, foundations, reinforced concrete structures, and alignment levels. Quality Control: Establish and manage ITPs, conduct pre-pour inspections, and compile accurate As-Built surveys for the quality health and safety file. Technical Support: Interpret structural drawings, identify design clashes early, and manage RFIs between the...

Job Title: Commissioning Technician Location: Melton Mowbray Hourly Pay Rate: £36.00 Umbrella + 1.5x O/T rate (P.A.Y.E. option available) Shifts: Minimum of 45 hours a week Shift Pattern: Mon - Fri 9 hours per day, days and mornings/afternoons Duration: Long term contract Start Date: Early June 2026 Position Summary: You will be responsible for: * Tests and repairs on the systems including HVAC, CCTV, PIS and lighting * Braking tests * Helping with detailed fault finding and diagnostics * Re-wires and electrical component changes * Repairs and calibrations to door systems * Download train data from on board train data recorders using laptops * Run diagnostics software to identify faults with various train systems i.e. hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, train management systems & on board computers. * System software updates as required Qualifications / Education required: *...

Job title: Electrical Modification Technician Job location: Burton-On-Trent Shifts: Days with flexibility to do shifts when required Hours per week: Average 40 - 45 hours per week Rates: £23.15 PAYE / £30.13 Umbrella Duration: 12 Months+ 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, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanic, Avionic Technician, Aircraft Engineer, Marine Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, and Breakdown Engineer Company Summary: They are a global leader in Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service and maintenance. Position Summary This position is for an electrically biased technician, to carry out both mechanical and electrical modifications, exam tasks and system testing. You will be expected to work from modification...

Job title: Works Based Assessor Job location: Derby Rate: £400 - £500 per day Duration: 2 - 6 months Start date: ASAP Client Summary: Rail Engineering Position Summary: Working from an already established Competency Matrix and Planner, the candidate will be conducting work-based competency assessments with existing staff and reviewing gaps in shop floor skillsets. Roles can include: * Onsite workplace assessments on a variety of practical skill sets such as; Examination of Air system components, Brake systems, Electrical systems. * Working from existing skills matrix to review gaps in crucial skillsets * Reviewing and managing expiring competencies Person Profile/Experience: * NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in relevant mechanical/technical subject. * Assessor Qualification (Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement, A1, D32) or willing to work towards Contact Information: James Bell Email: (url removed)

Job Title: Production Manager Location: Derby Salary: Up to £50,000 + Shift allowance (8% mornings, 16% afternoons, 1.5 x Saturdays 2.0 x Sundays) Working Hours: Mornings & Afternoons (06:00 - 16:30/12:00 - 22:00 + early finish on Friday) Reporting To: Senior Operations Manager Role Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Production Manager to join our client's rolling stock refurbishment team based in Derby. This role is critical to the efficient and safe running of operations and requires strong leadership, a hands-on approach, and a commitment to continuous improvement. The successful candidate will support the Senior Operations Manager in overseeing production, ensuring health and safety standards are met, and delivering successfully against the client's deadlines. You will help drive operational performance, support staff development, and ensure smooth transitions across production stages. The activities will be overseeing teams of Mechanical/Electrical...

Job title: Welder (Contract) Job location: Ripley / Heanor Shifts: Days Hours per week: 40 Basic Duration: 1 - 2 months Start date: ASAP Rate: £35ph Position Summary: Experienced Welder required for ongoing production of large scale fabrications. This is a contract role, required to help clear the backlog of Weld Requirements. Candidates will have: City & Guilds or equivalent in a relevant Welding qualification. Previous experience in coded welding Experience of MIG Mild Steel / Stainless Experience Experience of working with heavy and large scale fabrications Successful candidates will be asked to attend a weld test. Contact Information: James Bell Email: (url removed)

Job title: Electrical Modification Technician Job location: Nottingham Shifts: Days Monday to Friday or Sunday or Thursday Must be flexible to do the odd night shift if requested Hours per week: 45 to 50 hours per week Rates: First 40 hours £22.85 Paye - £29.74 Umbrella After 40 hours £28.57 - £34.65 Umbrella Duration: Ongoing 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, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanic, Avionic Technician, Aircraft Engineer, Marine Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, and Breakdown Engineer Company Summary: They are a global leader in Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service and maintenance. Position Summary This position is for an electrically biased technician, to carry out electrical modifications and system testing. You will be expected to work from...

Job Title: Dual Skilled Exam Technician Job Location: West Midlands Shifts: Days, Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00 Hourly Rate: £33 Umbrella Hours Per Week: 45 hours per week on average Duration: 12 months Company Summary: A world-renowned Rolling Stock vehicle company and is the one of the top providers of rail solutions in the world. Position Summary: You will be responsible for carrying out routine Examination on rolling stock units and reporting any defects or faults that you find. You will be expected to carry out rudimentary fault finding a rectification during the exam process and report any major issues to your team leader. Ensure a safe and efficient workspace by adhering to company and health and safety policies. Key responsibilities: * Perform exams on units including but not limited to: o Startup tests o Break tests o Testing lighting (internal and external) o...

Job Title: Semi-Skilled Exam Technician Job Location: West Midlands Shifts: Days, Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00 Hourly Rate: £27 Umbrella Hours Per Week: 45 hours per week on average. Duration: 12 months Start Date: 19th January 2026 Company Summary: A world-renowned Rolling Stock vehicle company and is the one of the top providers of rail solutions in the world. Position Summary: You will be responsible for assisting in carrying out routine Examination on rolling stock units and reporting any defects or faults that you find. Ensure a safe and efficient workspace by adhering to company and health and safety policies. Key responsibilities: * Assist with perform exams on units including but not limited to: o Startup tests o Break tests o Testing lighting (internal and external) o Battery examination o Test fire systems and alarms o Coupler inspection *...

Principal Substation Primary (HV Plant) Design Engineer Location: Glasgow, Leeds, Birmingham, or Epsom Duration: 12 months initially Rate: Negotiable on experience Inside IR35 Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level and make a real impact in the energy sector? Our client, a leading organisation in power infrastructure, is hiring for a Principal Substation Primary (HV Plant) Design Engineer to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on diverse projects within the transmission and distribution sectors across the UK, supporting innovative energy solutions. What you'll be doing: * Lead FEED and detailed design workstreams for HV substations, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with client specifications. * Manage and mentor a team of engineers, supporting their development and performance. * Oversee design reviews, including layouts, earthing, interlocking schemes, and HV equipment specifications. * Coordinate project...

Senior HV Cable System Design Engineer Locations: Epsom, Leeds, Birmingham or Glasgow Duration: 12 months initially Rate: Negotiable on experience Inside IR35 Are you passionate about shaping the future of energy? Our client, a leading player in the power industry, is seeking a Senior HV Cable System Design Engineer to join their expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile transmission projects across the UK, contributing to innovative energy solutions. What you'll be doing: * Lead onshore and offshore HV cable FEED and detailed design works for major transmission projects. * Support business growth by engaging with clients, identifying opportunities, and assisting in bid and proposal development. * Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, structural, and project management, to deliver comprehensive project solutions. * Attend site visits, coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers, and ensure project milestones are met. * Mentor...

Job Title: Vehicle Technical Advisor – Military Vehicles Location: Coventry, UK Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri). Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum Please note: internally, this role is titled Technical Representative About the role We’re looking for a Technical Representative to support the delivery of the PMETS (Protected Mobility Engineering Technical Support) contract and provide expert vehicle support to the UK Ministry of Defence. ​​ In this role, you’ll act as a technical authority for several of the UK’s protected mobility platforms, including Mastiff, Ridgback, Wolfhound, Foxhound, Jackal and Coyote. You’ll work directly with MOD personnel, maintainers and users across the UK, helping diagnose issues, analyse failures and provide technical guidance that keeps these vehicles operational. ​ You’ll thrive in this role if you have a strong background in military vehicle maintenance and enjoy solving complex technical...

Job Title: Vehicle Technician – Military Vehicle Systems Location: Coventry CV6 Vacancy Type: Full-time, Temp/Contract (6 months with potential extensions). Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri). Salary: £19 per hour (Fixed-Term Contract with benefits) Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient applications. ​ We’re hiring 10 Vehicle Technicians and we need them now. NP Aerospace is expanding its production capability to support high-priority defence programmes, and we’re building a team of skilled Vehicle Technicians to deliver it. This is your chance to work on specialist military vehicles where precision, quality and purpose genuinely matter. You’ll thrive in this role if you’re hands-on, take pride in your work, and want to be part of a team delivering vehicles that protect lives. With immediate starts available and strong potential for extension, this is a real opportunity to get involved in meaningful, high-impact...

Job Title: Electrical Fitter Location: Stoke-on-Trent Duration: Temp to perm/ ongoing contract Pay Rate: DOE Shift: Days and nights A great opportunity has arisen within the Electrical Department of a well-established vehicle manufacturing business based in Stoke-on-Trent. The Role: Reporting to the Electrical Workshop Manager, you will be involved in the build and assembly of high-quality, in-house designed trailer chassis, decks, and associated components. This is a varied role working on low-volume, high-specification vehicles for major blue-chip clients. Key Responsibilities: Installation and maintenance of electrical systems on commercial trailers Fault finding and diagnostics across a range of vehicle electrical systems Working from technical drawings and wiring schematics Assisting in the assembly of bespoke trailer components Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and within deadlines Maintaining a safe, clean, and organised working environmentSkills &...

We are recruiting for Electrical Fitters on behalf of one of our well-established manufacturing clients in Sutton In Ashfield. The job: Electrical Fitter Duration: Temp to perm position Salary: £16.62 - £17.44 per hour depending on experience Location: Sutton in Ashfield Shift: Day shifts Monday – Friday WHAT WILL YOU DO DAY TO DAY? Electrical fitting and building panels Assembling and wiring products Fault finding electrical products Working from schematic drawings THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE: An electrical qualification (Level 3 diploma and above) Experience working from schematic drawings Previous experience building panels The ability to fault find and test components WHY APPLY FOR THIS ROLE? Flexible start and finish times (start times between 07:30am – 08:30am) Early finish on Fridays Career progression Opportunities to gain qualifications to grow skills Overtime available paid at premium Supportive working environment Interested? Apply NOW! Please submit your...

Job Title: Process Engineering Manufacturing Manager Location: Solihull, B90 Company: Autoscan UK Ltd Pay Rate: £40-£42 per hour Ltd Duration: 6 Months FTC About Us Autoscan UK Limited is a leading provider of quality assurance and inspection services to the automotive industry. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, we partner with top automotive manufacturers to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety. The Role We’re seeking an experienced manufacturing professional to lead the development and improvement of our production processes. Working closely with engineering, quality, and production teams, you’ll play a key role in turning new motorcycle designs into practical, efficient manufacturing solutions while supporting the introduction of new models. As well as driving process improvements and operational performance, you’ll lead and develop a team of specialists, ensuring our manufacturing operations remain safe, efficient, and aligned with our...

Paint Process Engineer Telford  6 Month Contract ( Outside IR35)  We are working with a well established Tier 1 automotive supplier, they are looking for a Paint Process Engineer to join the team and support with an NPI Project.  As the Paint Process Engineer you will be responsible for ownership, control, and continuous improvement of paint processes at the Telford plant. Ensures stable, efficient, and capable production processes while supporting NPI and maintaining compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. You will acts as the technical authority for paint operations and supports cross-functional alignment across production, engineering, quality, and NPI teams. Paint Process Engineer Job Description  Own paint processes across production and NPI Ensure process stability, repeatability, and capability Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions Improve efficiency, cycle time, and waste reduction Support product launches and...