44 support worker jobs found in Colchester

Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Suffolk A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support a major highways maintenance and infrastructure programme. You'll play a key role in the commercial management of projects, ensuring strong financial control and successful delivery across a busy portfolio of works. Key Responsibilities ·Lead pre-contract activities including forecasting, measurement, subcontract tendering, and procurement ·Manage project commercials: valuations, applications, cost control, and change management ·Oversee subcontractor packages and support operational delivery teams ·Prepare, submit, and agree Final Accounts ·Produce accurate project forecasts and contribute to monthly reporting cycles ·Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and contractual risks ·Drive cashflow through effective valuation and invoicing processes ·Support and mentor junior commercial staff and site teams ·Ensure compliance with contractual, legal,...

Senior M&E Engineer (Water & Gas) Location: South East of England Rate: £350-£450 per day Contract: 12 months Spencer Clarke Group are supporting a local authority to appoint a Senior M&E Engineer within their Housing and Property Operations team. You will support the Compliance Manager (Gas and Water) to deliver a strong compliance assurance service across council housing assets. This is a site-based role focused on gas, heating, hot water and water hygiene compliance, including inspections, contractor oversight, performance reporting and supervising two inspectors. Responsibilities include * Supporting delivery of statutory gas and water compliance across domestic heating, hot water, water hygiene and associated mechanical services * Providing technical advice to operational teams, residents, contractors and wider stakeholders on compliance matters * Coordinating and quality checking inspection activity, including supervising two inspectors and escalating technical...

Section Engineer - Lower Thames Crossing Location: Lower Thames Crossing - Roads North Project Rate: £500-£520 per day Contract: 6 months Start: ASAP Interview: ASAP We are currently seeking an experienced Section Engineer to join the Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) Roads North Project, working with a major Tier 1 contractor on one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will have proven experience in a similar Section Engineer or Senior Production Engineer role, ideally gained on large-scale infrastructure projects. The role will involve leading and supporting Site Engineers across production, engineering, quality, programme and handover activities. Key Responsibilities Produce three-week lookahead programmes aligned with the stage programme. Monitor progress, record and report programme variances. Review permanent and temporary design drawings ahead of works and resolve design queries. Provide guidance and coaching to engineers on...

Are you a Health and Safety Advisor with Rail experience?   Do you possess a NEBOSH Construction certificate?   Location: Between Hertfordshire and South Essex Rate: £325 per day outside IR35 Contract Length: 6 months + Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 7am to 4pm   A specialist infrastructure contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support a growing portfolio of rail projects in South Essex.   This is a hands-on, site-based role providing practical H&S support across live projects, with a mixture of site inspections, briefings, documentation and stakeholder engagement.   Responsibilities: ·Provide day-to-day H&S support across live projects. ·Deliver site briefings, toolbox talks and task briefings. ·Prepare and review RAMS and other H&S documentation. ·Carry out site inspections, audits and compliance checks. ·Support incident investigations and corrective actions. ·Produce cost assessments where required....

Senior Test Solutions Engineer - 1760 Onsite in Basildon Intially until 27/01/27 (might be extended) £60ph, UMB inside IR35 SC required, can start on BPSS clearance Our client, a leading name in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Senior Test Solutions Engineer to join their team on a contract basis in Basildon. This role involves supporting the design, development, and ongoing support of electro-optical test equipment and test processes for Leonardo's range of Precision Guidance products, through the development to production stages. Key Responsibilities: Interpreting product-level test requirements to support the definition and implementation of test strategies and systems Supporting the design and commissioning of test systems used in development and production Participating in the integration, verification, and validation of test solutions Performing hands-on laboratory testing and measurement using electro-optical instrumentation Writing and reviewing...

Senior Test Engineer Basildon 6-month contract Paying up to £60p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - Due to the nature of the work, you'll be required to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security Clearance (SC Clearance) Overview: As a Senior Test Engineer, you will support the design, development, and ongoing support of electro-optical test equipment and test processes for a range of Precision Guidance products - from early development through to production. Responsibilities: Interpreting product-level test requirements to support the definition and implementation of test strategies and systems Supporting the design and commissioning of test systems used in development and production Participating in the integration, verification, and validation of test solutions Performing hands-on laboratory testing and measurement using electro-optical instrumentation Writing and reviewing technical documentation including test procedures and user instructions Working closely...

Full Training will be given*** Job Title: Assembling Operative x4 Location: Newmarket, Suffolk Hourly rate: £12.75 Hours: Monday to Thurday - 08:30am - 17:30pm, finish at 12:30pm on a Friday Contract Type: Full time, temporary to permanent Sector: Manufacturing Our client based in Newmarket, Suffolk is looking for a full time Assembly Operative to join their team on a full time, temporary to permanent basis. They are looking for motivated and reliable Assembly Operatives to join our growing production team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in producing high-quality products and wants to develop their career within a busy manufacturing environment. Working as part of an experienced team, you will assemble specialist products to engineering specifications while maintaining the highest standards of quality, accuracy and safety. Key Responsibilities * Assemble components to specification using engineering drawings and work...

A Degree qualified Senior Electronics Engineer with strong analogue and digital design expertise together with knowledge of embedded systems and interfaces will lead the design and development of a range of advanced electronic systems, critical to border security. The senior Electronics Engineer will contribute to the full product lifecycle from prototyping and circuit design through to design verification and support; with responsibility for delivering one of the new radar electronic sub-systems. This is a 2 year Fixed Term Contract with company benefits. Key Skills and experience should include: * Bachelors / Masters’ Degree in Electronic Engineering or similar discipline. * 5+ years’ relevant industrial design experience. * Strong Digital and Analogue circuit design experience. * Familiarity with PCB design tools. * Knowledge of Embedded systems and interfaces such as SPI, 12C, CANbus, UART. * An appreciation of EMC, and signal integrity. You will also have...

Site Engineer (Structures & Highways) Location: Saxmundham, Suffolk Rate: £350 - £400 per day (CIS or LTD) Start Date: ASAP Duration: Long-Term Contract Project Overview We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to oversee structural civil engineering works on a major link road development in Saxmundham, Suffolk. This is a secure, long-term contract package focusing on bridge structures, reinforced concrete (RC) retaining walls, culverts, and associated highway infrastructure. You will be the lead technical engineer on site, driving accuracy, QA control, and daily setting out while interfacing between the project management team, design consultants, and groundworks sub-contractors. Key Responsibilities Setting Out & Controls: Provide precise setting out and engineering controls for all structural elements, including RC bridge foundations, abutments, wing walls, culverts, drainage networks, and highway tie-ins. Quality Assurance (QA): Establish, update, and...

Site Engineer Civil Engineering Essex We’re recruiting a Site Engineer for an excellent regional business delivering projects as a main contractor upwards of £50m. They offer a full design and build solution for major developments building spine roads, roundabouts, pumping stations, bridges and bespoke groundworks packages. They have excellent in-house training facilities and promote from within to create a culture of high standards, real development and opportunity. The Site Engineer will join the project team and be involved with the daily engineering operation of a large civils and groundworks package comprising of new highway works, 278 works, a new road and footbridge with ponds, drainage works and public street furniture. Site Engineer duties: * Setting out and surveying (Total Station & GPS) * Support and mentor degree apprentice and placement engineers * Produce as built drawings in AutoCAD * Quality control throughout construction process and ITP check sheets...

Job title: Learning Coordinator Job Type: Contract Start date: Immediate Duration: Up to Dec 2026 (Extension possible beyond this) Pay rate: Up to £173 PAYE / £235 Umbrella per day Location: Leiston, Sizewell Hours of work: Remote working (1 day on site per week) The Organisational Learning Coordinator will support the implementation and continual development of Organisational Learning and Continuous Performance Improvement arrangements within a major nuclear new build project. Working as part of the Performance Improvement team and reporting to the Organisational Learning Lead, the role will focus on managing and supporting the use of an organisational learning tool, capturing and sharing lessons learned, analysing trends and identifying opportunities for improvement. The post-holder will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to promote a strong learning culture, support governance and assurance activities, and ensure learning is effectively embedded across...

Section (Senior Production) Engineer Location: Lower Thames Crossing (Roads North) Start Date: ASAP End Date: 26/02/2027 About the Role Are you an experienced Section / Senior Production Engineer looking to join one of the UK's flagship infrastructure projects? We are looking for a driven engineering professional to lead site teams, drive lean production, and deliver high-quality works on the Lower Thames Crossing (Roads North) scheme. In this role, you will be instrumental in overseeing day-to-day site operations, managing engineering and design processes, driving environmental sustainability, and coaching the next generation of Site Engineers. Key Responsibilities Programme & Production: Produce resourced 3-week lookahead programmes, monitor progress against the stage programme, and apply Lean Production techniques to reduce waste and drive innovation. Engineering & Design: Review permanent and temporary design drawings, resolve technical queries with designers,...

Position: Stores Operative Salary: £13.00ph - £15.00ph Location: Cambridge Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00am - 16:00pm Proactive currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Stores Operative to begin work for a leading engineering company based in Cambridge. Working out of their new state of art facility, they design, manufacture, assemble, test and ship bespoke printing equipment. Due to rapid company expansion and an ever growing order book, our client is hoping to recruit at least one additional Stores Operative to help ensure the quality and accuracy of the stores function is well maintained throughout this new and excited influx of work. You will be responsible for: To take responsibility for the reliability of the Stores business information system, ensuring that the Stores Team are fully conversant with the required data entry process, providing training, support and guidance as appropriate. To ensure the Stores Team adhere to established stock control...

Mechanical Site Supervisor Location: Dagenham, East London Contract Rate: £430 - £450 per day (PAYE Only) Engagement Type: Long-Term Contract (AMP8 Framework) Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Project Overview We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Site Supervisor to join a major water infrastructure framework in Dagenham. This long-term contract opportunity focuses on the delivery of capital upgrade projects within the AMP8 investment cycle, overseeing the installation and enhancement of critical mechanical assets. The scope of works includes complex mechanical packages featuring storage tanks, chemical bund installations, large-diameter high-pressure pipework networks, and pumping systems. You will act as the lead technical supervisor on the ground, directing mechanical sub-contractors to ensure safety, quality, and technical compliance. Key Responsibilities On-Site Supervision: Direct and coordinate all mechanical sub-contractors and supply chain partners across...

PLC Controls Engineer – Contract | Dagenham We are currently recruiting 2 experienced PLC Controls Engineers for a major industrial automation and automotive manufacturing project in Dagenham. This is a hands-on commissioning role suited to engineers who are confident working independently in a live manufacturing environment, diagnosing faults, modifying PLC software and bringing automated production equipment online. Role Details Position: PLC Controls Engineer – Contractor Location: Dagenham Rate: £40-£50ph (Outside IR35) Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 07:30–16:00 Contract: Contractor position Vacancies: 2 The Role You will be supporting a major automotive automation project, working directly on production-line equipment and automated stations. The role will involve a combination of PLC programming, software modification, fault-finding and live factory commissioning. Candidates should be comfortable working under pressure and able to quickly diagnose issues between PLC logic...

Commissioning Engineer – Schneider PLC | Dagenham | Contract Location: Dagenham, Essex Contract Type: Contractor Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 07:30–16:00 Rate: £40 - £50 (Outside IR35) Weekend Support: Approximately two weekends per month The Role We are looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support an automated manufacturing project in Dagenham. This is a hands-on role combining basic PLC software development, commissioning, fault finding and production-line support. The successful contractor will work with Schneider Electric PLC systems, making software modifications and supporting the implementation and testing of changes on an operational production line. Key Skills Required Strong experience with Schneider Electric PLCs Proven experience with PL7 Experience with Unity Pro / EcoStruxure Control Expert Ability to make basic PLC software modifications and developments Strong commissioning and fault-finding experience Comfortable working directly on...

Construction Manager / Superintendent Location: Royston, Hertfordshire Duration: 12-18 Months Contract Type: Contract Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Construction Manager / Superintendent to support the successful delivery of construction and punch-list activities on a major industrial project in Royston. This role will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day site operations, coordinating subcontractors and stakeholders, ensuring safe execution of works, maintaining quality standards, and driving project completion in line with programme requirements. Previous experience within industrial, process, chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, energy, or similar environments is highly desirable. Experience with plastic piping systems and/or GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) pipework would be a distinct advantage, although it is not essential. Key Responsibilities Manage and supervise all on-site construction activities. Coordinate and interface with project...

OLG Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Senior Electrical Engineer to work for a client based in Royston. This position is 5 days full-time on-site support, with call out support as well. Duration time: 12 months currently. Role The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for ensuring statutory and legislative compliance, and service delivery of the electrical infrastructure and distribution network across the Royston site. This will include the safety and operational integrity of site electrical equipment and systems, covering both HV (11kV) and LV networks. The role acts as the site Duty Holder and Responsible Electrical Person (REP) and will lead the electrical function, covering maintenance, operation, statutory compliance, and upgrades where necessary. The role is also responsible for ensuring suitable asset integrity practices are in place and that all training and competency requirements within the electrical team are met. The Senior Electrical Engineer...

Location: Royston (SG8) Job Type: Temporary Duration: 12 months initially but could be extended Hours: 8am until 4pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: up to £22.00 per hour dependent on experience Job Reference: 36282 Polytec are looking for a skilled and motivated Production Build Technician to join our client in Royston. In this hands-on role, you will help build high-value systems, ensuring the highest standards of quality, efficiency and performance are consistently achieved. As part of the production team, you will be involved in the assembly, wiring and testing of products, while also working closely with internal departments to support continuous improvements in design, processes and manufacturing efficiency. Responsibilities: - Carry out hands-on mechanical assembly of products as part of the production team - Complete wiring and product testing where required - Follow established production processes accurately and consistently - Work alongside Production Engineering and...

E&I Maintenance Technician – Temporary Contract Location: Royston Contract: Temporary, approximately 3–6 months Shift Pattern: 5 and 4 block rotation Hours: 12.5-hour shifts, 6:30am–7:00pm, including weekends About the Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced E&I Technician to join a precious metals refinery chemical plant based in Royston on a temporary contract for approximately 3–6 months. The successful candidate will provide electrical and instrumentation support across the plant, assisting with breakdowns, fault finding, troubleshooting, maintenance and installation activities. This is a hands-on role within a chemical processing environment, where strong knowledge of COMPEX and ATEX requirements is essential. Key Responsibilities * Provide electrical and instrumentation support across the refinery and chemical plant. * Respond to plant breakdowns and assist with fault finding and troubleshooting. * Diagnose and resolve electrical and...