10 transportation jobs found in Dunstable

Our respected client, a trusted partner to the UK's Ministry of Defence, is seeking skilled engineers to join the Test Equipment Hardware Design Capability group. This team operates within the Test Equipment Centre of Excellence (TE CofEx), part of the Electronic Engineering (EE) Directorate. The EE Directorate sits within the broader Operations Directorate, forming a key pillar of Greater Engineering, which encompasses Engineering, Operations, and Programmes. Key Responsibilities: Prepare specifications and develop designs to meet quality and technical standards Investigate technical issues and propose effective solutions Conduct design appraisals to ensure compliance with standards Define test strategies and suggest improvements to diagnostic processes Collaborate on planning, risk, and quality with the Engineering Project Manager Produce documentation to support in-service product use Contribute to bid preparation and identify business opportunities Manage budgets and lead,...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage and Bolton is currently looking to recruit a UK Environmental Sustainability Lead.   Rate: £70.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage or Bolton – depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be a mix of onsite (likely 3 days per week) and remote working Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   UK Environmental Sustainability Lead Job Description:   Defence is necessary for peaceful prosperity. By doing business responsibly, the company supports their people, local communities and our planet. The company has a Strategy for ESG, Sustainability and Social Value, and is seeking an experienced and practical environmental professional, to lead delivery and reporting of...

Head of Highways We are looking for an experienced leader to take on the role of Head of Highways, overseeing the operational delivery of the Highways and Transport Strategy Service in London. Key Responsibilities: ·Lead and manage the service to achieve the Authority's objectives. ·Take overall responsibility for Group Managers within the service, including: oFlood Management and Civil Engineering oTraffic, Road Safety & Parking Engineering oHighways Engineering & Network Management oTransport Strategy & Development Control ·Serve as the primary liaison with key strategic transport partners, including TfL and rail operators, ensuring successful delivery of programmes such as the Local Implementation Plan (LIP) and securing external capital funding for the borough. ·Play a full part in the Civic Pride Management Team, contributing to the strategic direction, wellbeing, and delivery of projects and initiatives beyond the post holder's immediate remit....

Fleet Manager We are recruiting on behalf of our Local Authority client in East London for an experienced Fleet Manager to join their operational services team on an interim contract basis. In this role, you will lead the strategic and operational management of a large and diverse council fleet including HGVs, specialist waste vehicles, light commercial vehicles, and plant. You will be responsible for ensuring full compliance, cost control, operational efficiency, and service continuity across essential frontline services. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across Waste, Highways, Environmental Services, and Procurement to support the delivery of safe, compliant, and sustainable fleet operations. Key Responsibilities ·Lead the day-to-day management of the council's fleet operations and workshop functions. ·Ensure full compliance with Operator's Licence requirements, DVSA regulations, and health & safety legislation. ·Manage fleet procurement, replacement...

Highways Development Control Officer This role plays a key part in the statutory planning process, supporting the timely and effective management of an increasing caseload of planning application consultations. You will be responsible for assessing development proposals from a highways perspective, providing professional recommendations, and working closely with both internal and external stakeholders to support sustainable and compliant development. Key Responsibilities · Respond to planning application consultations within statutory deadlines using a computerised case management system. · Undertake technical highway assessments of development proposals. · Assess and review Transport Assessments and Travel Plans. · Provide clear, professional recommendations as part of the development control process. · Liaise with external developers, designers, and consultants. · Work collaboratively with internal Highways, Engineering, and Planning teams. · Ensure compliance with...

Job Title: Vehicle Builder Job Location: Kings Heath Depot, Northampton Shifts: Monday-Friday Days, 07:00-17:00 Hourly Rate: £18.68 P.A.Y.E. Hours Per Week: 50 Duration: Ongoing (long term contracts) Company Summary: Working for a leading global provider of mobility solutions for urban interurban, and freight transportation sectors. Position Summary: Working at a newly refurbished depot in Northampton working on large-scale overhaul projects, you will be working with a team of Vehicle Builders focussed on refitting the interior of train carriages to modernise the fleet. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: * Stripping and preparing vehicles for repairs, cutting and fitting materials to exact measurements * Installing components such as panels, floors, carpets and seating with typical materials such as wood, metal, composites, sealants and adhesives * Assembling fitting and finishing interior and exterior features * Use Siemens software/systems to input...

An opportunity has arisen for a Highways Licensing Officer join a client in Central London. You will be responsible for licensing inspections of skips, scaffolds, furniture and other third-party construction activities across the area under the Highways Act 1980 and enforcing the legislation where and when necessary. Other duties include visiting various construction sites, monitoring site activity, engaging with contractors and liaising with members of the public.   This is a full-time contract position. The rate on offer is £32 - £34 per hour - negotiable for the right candidate and dependant on experience. Flexible working arrangements are available.   Working within the Highways team your main duties include: ·Licensing inspections functions under the Highways Act 1980 ·Providing support and information to contractors and members of the public ·Visiting construction sites and monitoring site activities ·Assessing the suitability of sites for permits on the public...

Green Spaces Officer   Our client is seeking an experienced and community-focused Green Spaces professional to join their team. You will be responsible for managing the Grounds Maintenance Contract and acting as the first point of contact for councillors and local communities regarding the councils green spaces. You will play a key role in ensuring parks, cemeteries, commons and recreation grounds are safe, welcoming and well maintained, while supporting the delivery of strategic objectives and service improvements. Key Responsibilities ·Act as the first point of contact for councillors and communities, responding professionally to queries and concerns regarding green spaces. ·Manage the delivery and performance monitoring of the Grounds Maintenance Contract. ·Line manage the Green Spaces Monitoring Officer to ensure effective contract delivery. ·Undertake site visits to validate complaints, concerns and service delivery issues. ·Manage day-to-day enquiries via telephone...

Engineer – Rail Engineering Standards / Systems Integration Location: London (Hybrid working) Rate: circa £400 per day Contract: 52-week contract Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week Start: ASAP We are recruiting Engineers to support a large-scale rail engineering transformation programme within a major safety-critical transport environment. This contract role is ideal for an Engineer with experience in rail engineering standards, systems engineering, asset management or technical assurance, looking to work on long-term programmes modernising how railway assets are operated and maintained. The role As an Engineer, you will support the review, update and implementation of engineering standards and processes that underpin maintenance, operations and asset lifecycle management across a complex railway system. You will work closely with engineering, operations and maintenance teams to ensure standards are practical, compliant and aligned with business and operational objectives....

Network Engineer Rate: £450 PD – IR35 – 3/6 months – 5 day onsite Opportunity: A leading corporation that is currently undergoing a huge IT transformation is seeking Network Engineer to lead on a number of exciting projects including a Cisco to Palo Alto firewall upgrade and end to end instaltion of fibre broadband. The chosen Network Engineer must have strong capabilites in Palo Alto, be CISCO qualified (CCNA/CCNP) and have possess layer 1 to layer 7 end to end delivery. Any exposure or uderstanding of Infoblox and experience working witin local authority would be high desireable. As a third line escalation point for incidents and problems and change relating to the business’ network infrastructure, the Senior Network Engineer key purpose of this role is to support both project delivery and escalated BAU activity by ensuring the business has stable, performant and secure systems from a day to day operational perspective. Core experience required Strong capabilities in...