316 jobs found in Colchester

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...

An exciting role within an automotive component manufacturer has come up for a CNC Setter Operator. The company design, engineer, and manufacture solutions for some of the worlds most exclusive and ultra-premium car programmes. Think Mercedes-AMG, McLaren, Ford GT, Aston Martin, Pininfarina etc. Paying up to £17ph working, working Monday to Friday, 6am until 2.30pm. Overtime available when production demands. This role is a temporary to permanent position. Responsibilities:- Responsible for setting 3-axis vertical machining centre's (VMC's) with the option to bolt on a 4th axis, or 4th and 5th axis rotary table Overseeing quality control of work, employing a range of inspection equipment to check parts against engineering drawings Responsible for the setting of 3 and 5 axis machines to run low-volume production jobs Provide feedback to programmers on new or existing programs to refine the manufacturing process Work with a variety of materials including aluminium, steel,...

An engineering company based in Maldon are looking for a Sheet Metal Fabricator to join their busy company. We are looking for someone who is able to set and operator CNC Brake Presses, use a guillotine and have a good engineering background. The role is paying up to £16ph depending on your skills and experience. The hours are 8am till 4.30pm Monday to Friday with a 30 minute lunch break. This is a temporary to permanent position. Sheet Metal Worker duties:- - Setting and operating a CNC Press Brake - Use Guillotine, Pillar Drills, Band saws and general hand tools - Fabricate metal components in accordance to technical drawings - Keep the workshop clean If you are able to set and operate CNC Brake Presses and have a good engineering background, we want to hear from you! If you have any questions, please call Prime Appointments and ask for Simon. #Tier2

Construction Manager (Electrical & Mechanical) - Onshore Substation Project | Suffolk Location: Suffolk Rate: £400/day (CIS or Ltd Company) Contract Duration: Minimum 2 Years Start Date: Site mobilisation from August (interviews starting imminently) We are currently recruiting for three experienced Construction Managers to support a large-scale onshore substation build in Suffolk. This is a long-term project offering excellent continuity, working with a reputable client in the power & infrastructure sector. Positions Available 2 x Electrical Construction Managers 1 x Mechanical Construction Manager The Opportunity This is a key role on a major substation programme where you will be responsible for overseeing site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to the required standards. Although the project is not due on site until August, the client is keen to interview over the coming weeks to secure the right team ahead of mobilisation. Key...

Electrical Project Engineer to work on a large substation project for the next 1 – 2 years in Ipswich, Suffolk Paying £425 – 450 a day + Outside IR35 + Site/ Home working + Long Term We are currently looking for an experienced Project Engineer with a strong Electrical background to support a major substation project based in Ipswich. This is a long-term contract opportunity offering over 1 – 2 years of work, with a planned start date in July/August 2026. Role Overview The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering substation works, coordinating engineering activities, supporting site teams, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to specification. Key Requirements * Proven experience working as a Project Engineer within the utilities, power, or energy sector * Strong Electrical engineering background * Previous experience working on substation projects is essential * Ability to coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site...

Mechanical Project Engineer to work on a large substation project for the next 1 – 2 years in Ipswich, Suffolk Paying £425 – 450 a day + Outside IR35 + Site/ Home working + Long Term We are currently looking for an experienced Project Engineer with a strong mechanical background to support a major substation project based in Ipswich. This is a long-term contract opportunity offering over 1 – 2 years of work, with a planned start date in July/August 2026. Role Overview The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering substation works, coordinating engineering activities, supporting site teams, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to specification. Key Requirements * Proven experience working as a Project Engineer within the utilities, power, or energy sector * Strong mechanical engineering background * Previous experience working on substation projects is essential * Ability to coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site...

I require an experienced Electrical Project Manager to work on a Utility biased project in Suffolk on a long term basis (2 years +) for an established client. The works will require someone to be based from home and site in Suffolk. Paying a salary base on experience between £(Apply online only) a shift + “Outside IR35” + 2 year duration + Weekly payments The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing the design stages which will be starting in February/ March 2025 and managing the delivery of the project working for a Tier 1 client. Responsibilities will include: - * Working alongside a professional engineering team in the creation and execution of project delivery strategies. * Chair and manage weekly meetings with a Utilities provider. * Understanding the stages and milestones of the project life cycle, working alongside the design, delivery and commercial teams. * Ensuring the project program, documentation is being correctly administered and maintained. *...

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Gas Engineer to join an ever growing company on a sub-contracting basis working with Prestige skills & our clients. Due to the expansion we are giving the right candidates the chance to join our professional and dynamic team. All applicants must be experienced & qualified gas engineers with CCN1/CMA1 and MET1 Qualifications All applicants must have their own van and tools. Skills ·Experience in a similar role ·Must be a team player ·Have a good work ethic ·Fantastic customer service skills About the Role The role will be, working as a metering engineer attending faulty gas meters which would need exchanging, installing or repairing. You will be expected to carry out a number of tasks which include visual inspections of gas appliances, standing and working pressure checks and, alteration of meter locations. The role is fully customer focused, carrying out essential works driven by the HSE. If you would like to be...

M&E Global is a defence contractor undertaking services on complex military equipment and aircraft for UK and US contractors. We are currently looking for Apache Mechanics and Avionic Technicians to join our team The role Based in Illesheim, Germany you’ll get to work alongside our dedicated workforce on a US Military base. This role is a fantastic chance for you to further develop your skills as an Apache Mechanic, working in an exciting environment. Knowledge and Skills Required To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to fulfil each of the following essential duties: * You must have minimum 3 years’ experience working on the desired aircraft. * Thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts. * Broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair. * Basic knowledge of electrical theory and a thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment,...

Example Recruitment Group are recruiting for a National Heating contractor specialising within the Local Authority sector and they have an amazing opportunity for an OIL/GAS Engineer to work on a permanent basis will call-out & overtime regularly available. You will be given service and repair work and all the appointments are pre-booked with a very high access rate. They are currently recruiting for an OIL/GAS Engineer to join their team in Suffolk and Essex. The Role: * Oil service and repair work within Domestic Housing association properties * All appointments pre-booked * Very high access rate * Working in CO/IP postcodes Requirements: * Qualifications required: Oil and Gas * Full UK Driving Licence * Clean DBS

Project Manager   Essex   6- month contract   £500 - £550 per day   Full time Are you an experienced Project Manager looking for your next challenge?   Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join them on an ongoing Contract.     Key Responsibilities: ·To support the Assistant Director Environment and working with the Environment Team on a number of projects related to the Clients £2.5 million Public Initiatives Fund, these projects will include rejuvenation and improvements to the playgrounds, parks & open spaces. ·Initiating and producing procurement documents for the projects, ensuring projects will be completed on time and within budget, while also adhering to environmental regulations and promoting sustainable practices. This includes managing programme and project timelines, budgets, and resources, as well as collaborating with stakeholders, meeting governance requirements and ensuring project compliance. ·Planning and Scheduling -...

My client has a requirement for two technicians for an upcoming job on an Electrical Substation mobilising out of Harwich on 22nd July for 9 days (not including mob/demob days). Applicants will need the following training/competencies to mobilise: GWO Huet CA-EBS Medical Chester Step Bideltoid Shoulder Measurement There will also be Vissim modules and CP training to complete online before they can go. This is to service and maintain the Fire Extinguishing Helideck Diffs System (Deck Integrated Fire Fighting Systems) The system consists of a Sea Water DIFF Tank, DIFFs main pumps (Garbarino) (Hoyer) (Tornatech), DIFFs jockey pump skid and DIFFs nozzles. The Foam Fire Fighting System comprises of the Foam Vessel with Foam Proportioner, which is connected to the fire water header for active firefighting in the Converter Transformer Room A and Converter Transformer Room B. The Foam Vessel, a bladder tank type vessel, stores 10 litres of foam concentrate to provide 10 minutes...

Senior Revit Technician Location: Essex We’re currently working with a growing structural and civil engineering consultancy in Essex that is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Revit Technician to join their team. The business works across a wide range of residential, mixed-use, and commercial developments, delivering technically challenging projects in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. The Role You’ll play a key role in the production and coordination of Revit models and technical drawings across a variety of building structures projects. You’ll work closely with engineers and the wider design team to help deliver projects from concept through to construction. Key responsibilities include: Producing detailed Revit models and structural drawings Coordinating information with engineers, architects, and external consultants Assisting with BIM coordination and drawing standards Supporting project delivery across multiple schemes Helping mentor and support junior...

QUANTITY SURVEYOR Eastern Region / Chelmsford, Essex Hybrid Working £400 - £500 per day (Inside IR35) A major civil engineering and infrastructure contractor is looking to strengthen its commercial team with the appointment of an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a growing portfolio of framework projects across the Eastern region. The business delivers long-term infrastructure works across highways, clean water and local authority frameworks, offering a strong pipeline of secured work and a flexible approach to hybrid working. This is a hands-on commercial role suited to someone with a strong main contractor background who is confident operating within NEC environments and managing multiple live projects at once. The Role • Contract administration under NEC • Subcontractor procurement and package management • Managing subcontract accounts through to final account • Cost reporting and forecasting • Managing compensation events and commercial risk • Working...

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,...

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: *...

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...

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....

Example Recruitment Group is currently recruiting on behalf of a well established National Heating contractor operating within the Local Authority sector. They require a self-employed Domestic Gas Service Engineer to carry out annual landlord gas safety checks for a Local Council. Earn between £230 - £345 per day Contract details below: Work Type: Annual landlord gas safety checks (CP12s) - pre-booked appointments via PDA Location: SS postcodes Working days: Monday to Friday 5 days per week Contract Length: Ongoing Rates: £23 per completed property (average 10-15 completed jobs per day) Payment Terms: Weekly one week in hand Requirements: - Experience servicing boilers and gas appliances - ACS qualifications including cookers and fires - Gas Safe Registration - Van - Calibrated flue gas analyser - £2m Public Liability Insurance To apply for this vacancy please use an up to date CV and we will be in touch to discuss the role and provide further information

I'm working with a long-standing, high-quality welding and fabrication company based in South Woodham Ferrers - and they're looking for an experienced Welder Fabricator to join their growing team. If you're a MIG Welder, happy with varied work, regular overtime, and going out on site to install projects then this is a great job for you. The Offer: Hourly rate up to £20ph depending on your skills and experience Overtime at 1.33x weekdays/Saturdays, 2.0x on Sundays Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 3:30pm Free on-site parking Occasional on-site work for variety What You'll Be Doing: MIG welding on a range of metalwork projects (TIG is a bonus) General fabrication duties in the workshop Site work mainly across home counties and London Reading from fabrication drawings Supporting the team and jumping in where needed What You'll Need: Proven MIG welding experience (TIG is a bonus) Site experience, installing projects Confident fabricating and working from drawings A...