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Jun 14, 2026  
Assembler
A manufacturer of automotive components is looking for an Assembler to join their growing team. Ideally you will have Assembly experience or come from a motor mechanic type background or maybe you have completed a manufacturing or engineering college course or similar equivalence. This is an exciting time to join a fast-growing company who have a fantastic working facility with a full order book. The company work on projects for ulta-high value automotive companies including Mercedes AMG-ONE, Pininfarina, Aston Martin, McLaren etc so you will be working on some exciting projects. If you want stability, this is the company to work for! There are 3 static shifts which are as follows:- 6am till 2.30pm Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday 11.30am to 8pm Monday to Friday The hourly rate is £12.71ph There is free parking on site. Assembler Duties:- Assembling products to company standard Reporting defects to management Reviewing manufacturing documents Read from...
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Jun 12, 2026  
General Operative
Do you have experience in operating machinery? Job title: General Operative Location: Haverhill Hourly Rate: up to £13.00ph DOE Contract: Temporary on-going (could go perm for right person) Hours: Monday - Sunday (Shift Pattern: 2PM - 10PM) Sector: Manufacturing An opportunity has arisen for General Operative for our client based in Haverhill, Suffolk As the General Operative your duties will include: * Operate and maintain a variety of machinery including lathes, milling machines, drilling rigs and cutting equipment * Set up, align and calibrate tooling, work‑holders and fixtures for machining components * Assemble machined parts, carry out finishing operations * Monitor machine performance, conduct routine checks, perform basic maintenance, and report issues promptly. An ideal candidate for the General Operative will have: * Familiarity with machining previously. Ideally you will have experience within a similar position. Interviews will take place in Haverhill,...
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May 22, 2026  
Production Inspector
Do you have previous experience in a production/manufacturing environment? Are you available immediately? Job Title: Production Inspector Location: Haverhill, Suffolk Hourly rate: £13 - £14 DOE Contract Type: Temp to Perm Hours: Monday - Friday rotating shift 8:30am - 5pm & 6am – 2pm Sector: Manufacturing An opportunity has arisen for a Temp to Perm Production Inspector for our client based in Haverhill, Suffolk As the Production Inspector your duties will include: * Conduct thorough inspections of incoming materials and finished products, ensuring compliance with specifications and quality standards * Maintain accurate records of inspection results, non-conformances, and corrective actions taken * Work closely with production teams to address quality issues and implement improvements. * Participate in quality audits and contribute to initiatives aimed at enhancing production processes. An ideal candidate for the Production Inspector will have: *...
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May 12, 2026  
Machine Assembler
Do you have previous experience as a Machine Technician? Do you have an interest in Machine Wiring with some proven experience? Job Title: Machine Assembler Location: Haverhill, Suffolk Hours: Monday - Thursday 8.00am to 4.30pm / Friday 8.00am to 3.30pm Salary: £12.71 p/h to start, increasing once trained Contract Type: Full time, 12 week temp to perm Our client based in Haverhill, Suffolk is seeking a Machine Assembler As Machine assembler your duties will include: * Perform electrical testing of system builds * Read and work to engineering drawings and schematics * Ensure production schedules are met in line with customer demands An ideal candidate for the Machine assembler will have: * Electrical experience, including panel assembly and wiring from diagrams * Experience in building switchgear is desirable Ideally you will have experience within a similar position. Interviews will take place in Haverhill, Suffolk following a registration process by PureKat Consultancy...
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Jun 14, 2026  
Environmental Advisor
Role - Environmental Advisor  Location - East of England This role will be construction site based and is responsible for conducting all site-based project related activities within the Environmental scope. He/she shall analyse and consider the requirements of the contract and support the other project members in all topics regarding Environment. The chosen candidate is responsible for developing and implementing Project site based Environmental Plans as per the contract, client standards and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Act as the Environmental representative on site taking a proactive approach to the environmental management of the site. Promote environmental best practice across site operations. Providing environmental advice and support to site based personnel to ensure sufficient understanding of project environmental requirements and environmental processes relevant to the scope of work. Conduct audits / checks on compliance....
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Jun 12, 2026  
Principal Electronics Engineer
Principal Electronics Engineer Basildon 6-Month Contract Paying up to £75p/h (Inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Undertake project tasks covered by a statement of work, detailing input, processes and output together with cost/timescale constraints to ensure delivery of project objectives. Design of engineering solutions taking into account all requirements such as product quality, safety, reliability and testability. Present robust engineering solutions at design and peer reviews to ensure technical accuracy of specifications, designs and reports. Completing requirements capture, schematic capture and PCB Layout (Dx Designer and Expedition - Siemens EDA), circuit simulation, driving the design review process whilst collaborating with other engineering functions and manufacturing. High Speed Digital circuit design including use of LVDS, JESD204 and/or Ethernet communications. FPGA & Processor circuit design including use of DDR memory devices and supporting power and...
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Jun 11, 2026  
Water Civil Design Engineer
Civil Water Engineer Shape the Future of Our Cities and Environments Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Civil Water Engineer to join their Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) team. As part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary group, you will be instrumental in delivering innovative, high-profile projects for the Water market, with opportunities to work on landmark engineering ventures both in the UK and internationally. This is a chance to make an impact on critical infrastructure projects that shape the future of cities and environments. You will contribute to transformational programmes while delivering industry-leading solutions through every phase of the project lifecycle. Location: Hybrid working available (3 days per week office/site-based) Type: Contract Rate: £68 per hour Your Role As a Civil Water Engineer, you will be responsible for: ·Coordinating or managing a team of Civil Water engineers to deliver technical design work on complex,...
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Jun 11, 2026  
Principal Mechanical Water Design Engineer
Principal Mechanical Engineer Shape the Future of Our Cities and Environments Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) team. As part of a talented, multi-disciplinary group, you will be at the forefront of delivering innovative and iconic projects within the Water market. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge engineering projects that have a global impact, contributing to critical UK infrastructure both domestically and internationally. This role offers you the chance to make a significant impact, playing a key role in transformational programmes while delivering industry-leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle. Location: Hybrid working available (3 days per week office/site-based) Type: Contract Rate: £68 per hour Your Role As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, your responsibilities will include: ·Leading a team of Mechanical engineers in delivering technical...
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Jun 05, 2026  
Mechanical Supervisor
Title: Mechanical Supervisor Location: Kent (preferred) – covering Kent, Sussex & Hampshire Rate: £220 per day (CIS) Contract Type: Contract / CIS Start: Immediate / Ongoing Job ID: 3097/11 HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy, and Aerospace sectors. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas. HSB Technical Ltd is currently recruiting an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to work across multiple sites in Kent, Sussex, and Hampshire. This is a hands-on working supervisor role, supporting works progression while maintaining the highest standards of health and safety. The successful candidate will supervise mechanical activities while also carrying out practical tasks on site, working closely with fitters and travelling to sites in a company-supplied van to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. Key...
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CV-Library Gravesend, Kent Contractor
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May 09, 2026  
Assembly Technician
Assembly Technician/Electrical Assembly, Ware, Stanstead Abbotts £13.45 p/hr Hours - Monday-Thursday 8-5. Fridays (phone number removed) month contract The ideal candidate will be responsible for assembling parts and components to build electro-mechanical products, including servo motors and PCB sub-assemblies. They will assemble components accurately; test completed assemblies and report any faults. This role also involves testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing any issues that may arise. The successful Assembly Technician must work safely and efficiently using hand tools, power tools, machinery, and other equipment, such as T-bars, Allen keys, and screwdrivers. They must also possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills and ensure that all products meet quality and safety standards. Duties and Responsibilities • Assemble components in accordance with technical drawings and specifications. • Build electro-mechanical products, including servo motors and...
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Jun 14, 2026  
RF Engineer
World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit an RF Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.    Hourly Rate: £75ph (Umbrella) Contract Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) RF Engineer Job Description: Exciting opportunity for a Principal RF Engineer, in our Hardware-in-the-Loop Team Hybrid working pattern:  80% on site, working with world class equipment. We are looking for ambitious engineers with a growth mind-set to join our team. If you are the right person for us, you will seek a supportive environment, surrounded by passionate experts while being a part of a collaborative and driven team. The Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) team conduct the most complete test of missiles other than a firing and are the  Missile test track. We design complex, real-time simulations that surround real missile hardware to allow us to ‘fire missiles indoors’. Responsibilities: As a HWIL RF...
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Jun 11, 2026  
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
An opportunity has arisen with my client for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join them on a 6 -month contract. As the Principal Mechanical Design Engineer you will develop products to meet customer's needs. You will perform a range of engineering activities including progressing developmental designs into production environments and working with suppliers on technical queries. Role: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Pay: £40 -£50 per hour via umbrella Location: Stevenage or Bristol Contract: 6months Hours: Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week Security Clearance: Security Cleared however can start on BPSS, UK Eyes only Carry out Mechanical Design and proving activities as part of a wider team for prime and variant products, of both piece parts and assemblies. Support/liaise with manufacturing, resolving manufacturing problems & defects. Support to functional & environmental testing and trials. Liaise with suppliers/purchasing to resolve any technical...
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Jun 10, 2026  
Electronics Engineer
On behalf of our client, we are looking for a Electronics Engineer to join them on an initial 12-month basis. As Electronics Engineer you will join the Calibration & Maintenance Team, to service Electrical and Electronic Test Equipment, including Special to Type Test Equipment. Some of these tasks include fault finding and repair of test equipment, supporting routine calibrations, commissioning of Test Equipment and drift analysis. Role: Electronics Engineer Pay: £32 -£35 per hour via Umbrella Location: Stevenage Contract: 12 months (possible extension) IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance: SC Clearence needed however can start on BPSS Skillset/experience required: Minimum qualification: HNC/HND in Electrical & Electronics Engineering. Experience and knowledge in the calibration of test equipment and maintenance of test systems to component level. Able to utilise instructions, handbooks, drawings or specifications to provide technical advice/guidance. Able to use...
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Jun 07, 2026  
Mechanical Systems Engineer / Architect
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)...
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CV-Library Stevenage, UK Contractor
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Jun 05, 2026  
Electronics Design Engineer
World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage (the role can be a split of working Onsite and Working From Home) is currently looking to recruit a number of Electronics Design Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract.    Electronic Design Engineers with excellent skills in Analogue Design or Digital Design or Power Design or FPGA are sought after.    Job Title: Electronics Design Engineer Rate: £58 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: This role will involve some remote working opportunities Contract: 37 Hours per week Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   Electronics Design Engineer Job Description: The Electronic Engineering function is a friendly and supportive environment. Within the function, you will be working with other engineers who have a collective wealth of...
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CV-Library Stevenage, UK Contractor
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Jun 04, 2026  
Vetting Officer
World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit a Vetting Officer on an initial 12-month contract.  The role will be 2 days onsite and 3 days from home.   Job Title: Vetting Officer Rate: £20.00 per hour Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: 2 days per week onsite Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)   Job Description:   An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the dynamic and vibrant environment of security vetting. This is a crucial area of the business which supports the delivery of security cleared personnel. You will be part of a highly motivated and progressive team who are the first layer of security in ensuring any personnel risks are identified and managed.   Responsibilities: Support Recruitment in obtaining security clearances and checks for all new employees....
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CV-Library Stevenage, UK Contractor
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May 27, 2026  
Senior Electronics Engineer (Calibration & Maintenance) 3310
Electronics Engineer 12 Month Stevenage   World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit a Electronics Engineer  on initial 12 month contract and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Responsibilities: We are seeking an Electronics Engineer to join our Calibration & Maintenance Team, to service Electrical and Electronic Test Equipment, including Special to Type Test Equipment (STTE . These tasks include fault finding and repair of test equipment, supporting routine calibrations, commissioning of Test Equipment and drift analysis.   You will be working within an experienced team of Calibration & Maintenance Engineers supporting complex test platforms in the manufacture and test of complex missile systems. You will be trained to calibrate and support special to type factory test equipment using a range of technologies, DC to Microwave.   What we’re looking for from you: Minimum qualification: HNC/HND in Electrical & Electronics...
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CV-Library Stevenage, UK Contractor
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May 23, 2026  
Mechanical Design Engineer
World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract. This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer who comes from a strong Defence or Aerospace background has strong Creo / PRO-E skills.         Job Title:  Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bristol – depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: 4 days a week likely onsite (likely could be lower on a week by week basis; depending on work). 1 day remote. (flexible on start and finish time). A compressed 4 day week (Monday to Thursday) a possibility. Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Mechanical Design Engineer Job Description: An opportunity to become part of Europe’s No. 1 Missile Systems Designer, as a...
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CV-Library Stevenage, UK Contractor
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Apr 22, 2026  
Bid Coordinator
World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage (the role can be a split of working Onsite and Working From Home) is currently looking to recruit a Bid Coordinator on an initial 6 month contract, with very high prospect of extension.    This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong background of working as a Bid Coordinator, Bid Manager, Bid Specialist or Bid Writer.  An Engineering background would be great.  A background of working in the Defence or Aerospace industry would be great.    Rate: £50 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: This role will be 2 or 3 days per week onsite. Duration: 6 Months with very likely prospect of extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Bid Coordinator Job Description: The Test Equipment New Business Support (TE NBS) role...
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CV-Library Stevenage, UK Contractor
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Apr 15, 2026  
Codification Engineer
World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Codification Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  The role will be a hybrid position of 1-2 days in office, rest of the week remote.   Candidates from the following fields would be well suited to this role: Configuration Engineer, Engineering Data Engineer, Engineering Data Analyst, Technical Data Engineer, Product Configuration Engineer, ILS Engineer (Integrated Logistics Support Engineer), Supportability Engineer, Defence Logistics Engineer, Logistics Engineer, Supply Chain Engineer (Defence), Codification Engineer, NATO Codification Specialist, NSN Codification Engineer, PLM Engineer, SAP Master Data Engineer, and Configuration/Data Management Specialist within engineering or manufacturing environments. Rate: £45 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote...
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