31 jobs found in Fakenham

Are you a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a days-based role with long-term opportunity? Our client, a well-established manufacturing business in North Norfolk, is looking to strengthen their engineering team with the addition of a hands-on engineer on a temp to perm basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced production environment where you’ll play a key role in keeping machinery running efficiently, supporting continuous improvement projects, and helping minimise downtime across the site. Due to increased demand, this role is an urgent requirement with interviews taking place ASAP. Maintenance Engineer – North Norfolk – £46,000+ Maintenance Engineer’s Key Responsibilities: · Carry out planned preventative maintenance across site machinery and equipment · Respond quickly to electrical and mechanical breakdowns · Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs to minimise downtime · Support machinery performance improvements and...

Carmichael UK is currently recruiting for an experienced Sub Agent to join a Tier 1 contractor delivering a major highways project in Norfolk. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role on a high-profile infrastructure scheme within a well-established delivery team. The successful candidate will support the management and coordination of site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to programme. Key Responsibilities: Assisting with the day-to-day management of site activities and subcontractors Supporting the delivery of highways works in line with programme and budget Ensuring health, safety, environmental, and quality standards are maintained Managing site documentation, permits, RAMS, and progress reporting Coordinating engineering and construction activities across work packages Liaising with project teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery Requirements: Proven experience working as a Sub Agent on...

We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of major infrastructure and environmental projects across a long-term public sector framework. This opportunity would suit a commercially driven QS with strong civil engineering experience and a proven background working within NEC contracts. Key Responsibilities Managing subcontractor procurement, valuations, and payments Preparing applications for payment and commercial reporting Cost forecasting and budget control Managing compensation events and change control processes Identifying commercial risks and opportunities Supporting project delivery teams with commercial advice Preparing and agreeing final accounts Maintaining accurate records and contractual documentation Requirements Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure projects Strong NEC3 / NEC4 contract knowledge Experience working on framework or public sector projects preferred...

Job Title: Sub Agent Civils / Infrastructure Full-time On-Site Temporary Do you have experience working as a Sub Agent or Senior Engineer on major civil or infrastructure projects? Are you looking for your next opportunity within civil engineering? If so, this could be the role for you. Our client, a well-established civil engineering contractor, is seeking to appoint a Sub Agent to work on a major infrastructure project. This role offers a challenging scope of works, excellent exposure to complex engineering, and an opportunity to work on an exciting project. Reporting to the site agent, you will be responsible for managing a designated section of the works, including: Managing site engineering teams and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely and to programme. Preparing, reviewing, and implementing RAMS prior to works commencing. Ensuring Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) are completed, recorded, and maintained to industry standards. Monitoring site...

Role Overview Civil engineering design role within a multi sector environment, delivering infrastructure and development schemes from early feasibility through to detailed design and construction support. Projects span residential, education, and heritage, with responsibility for managing technical outputs. Key Responsibilities * Lead and deliver civil engineering design from feasibility, concept, through to detailed design and construction stages * Design and review drainage systems, highway layouts, earthworks modelling, and external works packages * Produce, check, and approve technical outputs including drawings, specifications, reports, and calculations * Ensure all designs comply with current UK standards, codes of practice, and local authority requirements * Support planning and technical approval processes, including liaison with statutory bodies and approval authorities * Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, consultants, and key project...

Our client, a leading independent Oil & Gas operator, based in Norwich, are currently seeking a dynamic and highly motivated individual to be a member of their Process Safety Team. The role is responsible for the management, facilitation (where appropriate) and participation in a wide range of process safety studies and risk assessments, including FERA, FTA, HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA, ORA and QRA. This is a diverse and dynamic position requiring flexibility to meet changing business needs. The successful candidate will have a strong process engineering background, significant experience in process safety, and a deep understanding of risk assessment methodologies and functional safety standards, particularly IEC 61511. Experience in LOPA facilitation, SIL determination, SIF design and SIL verification are essential. A recognised functional safety qualification (e.g., TÜV, Exida etc) is preferred. This is a full-time role requiring regular travel to both onshore and offshore sites. This...

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...

Date posted: May 18, 2026 Pay: £13.73 per hour Job description: Quality Control Technician x 3 /Norwich/ Full-time temporary ongoing – £13.73 p/h Position 1 Recruitment are currently seeking Quality Control Technician x 3 to join our client’s team. Our client is an engineering business based in Norwich. This role offers 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Thu 7:45-16:30 with unpaid lunch break 12:30-13:00; Fri 7:45-12:15. Quality Control Technician will take an active role within the Quality Department, ensuring product components are inspected to meet design requirements. Key Requirements: * Carry out quality inspections accurately and within agreed timescales * Inspect purchased goods at supplier sites and upon receipt * Inspect in-house manufactured components and completed assemblies * Conduct inspections during build, final assembly, and on returned machines * Complete inspection paperwork and quality reports as required * Perform dimensional checks and...

Role – TIG Welder and Fabricator Location – Norfolk Working hours – Monday to Friday – full time role Capacity of role – Temporary to permanent position Pay Rate – Up to £20.00 per hour Our client is currently recruiting for a welder to join their workshop team. Candidates will need to be proficient with fabrication duties and welding practises Main duties include – • follow drawings and instructions • prepare materials to be joined and select the right welding procedure • calibrate tools and operate welding equipment • inspect and test the quality of joins using precision measuring instruments Candidate attributes – • to be thorough and pay attention to detail • knowledge of engineering science and technology • the ability to work on your own • the ability to work well with your hands • design skills and knowledge • knowledge of maths • the ability to use, repair and maintain machines and tools Please apply for this role with a CV to Gemma at (url removed) or call (phone...

GRP Mould Maker Location: Snetterton, Norfolk Job Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive DOE + Overtime Opportunities Are you looking to work in a motorsport environment? If so, we are recruiting for a GRP Mould Maker. Our client is a specialist racing car manufacturer based in Snetterton and are looking for a skilled, hands-on individual to join a growing team producing high-quality race car components. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in a fast-paced environment where quality, precision, and craftsmanship matter. The Role: Manufacture and prepare GRP moulds and tooling Hand lay-up of GRP and composite components Trim, finish and fit fabricated parts Read and work from technical drawings Repair and modify existing moulds/components Maintain high standards of quality and finish What We're Looking For: Previous GRP mould making, fabrication or composite experience Experience with fibreglass, resins, and mould production Strong attention to...

CNC Brake Press Setter / Operator 📍 Thetford 🕑 Afternoon Shift – Monday to Friday, 2:00pm – 10:00pm 💷 £15.00 - £16.00 per hour 📅 Immediate Start Available Stonetech Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced CNC Brake Press Setter / Operator on behalf of our client in Thetford. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and well-established engineering manufacturer offering long-term work and an immediate start for the right candidate. The Role: * Setting and operating CNC brake press machinery * Working from engineering drawings * Producing sheet metal components to tight tolerances * Carrying out quality checks on finished parts * Working independently and as part of a skilled production team The Candidate: * Previous experience setting and operating CNC brake press machinery * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings * Good attention to detail and quality standards * Reliable and available to start ASAP Hours: Monday...

MIG Welder Location: Thetford Salary: Up to £16.00 per hour (depending on experience) Stonetech Recruitment is working with a well-established and respected manufacturer based in Thetford, is currently looking for an experienced MIG Welder to join their growing team. Key Responsibilities: * MIG welding of mild steel components to a high standard * Working from engineering drawings * Assisting in the fabrication and assembly of bespoke vehicle bodies and equipment * Maintaining a clean and safe working environment Requirements: * Proven MIG welding experience * Ability to read and interpret technical drawings * Good attention to detail * Team player with a strong work ethic What’s on Offer: * Competitive hourly rate up to £16.00, depending on experience * Ongoing, full-time work with long-term potential * Supportive team environment If you’re a skilled welder looking to join a reputable company with strong...

Role – Mechanical Fitter Location – Thetford, Norfolk Working Hours – Monday to Friday – 07:30 to 16:30 Pay Rate – Up to £16 per hour Capacity of role – Temporary to Permanent role Our client who is based in Thetford is currently recruiting for a Mechanical Fitter to join their busy workshop team. Candidates will need previous Mechanical skills and have worked in an Engineering based position. Overtime will be offered as and when the business requires. Main duties will include – * Responsible for build of sub – assemblies, * Using hand tools and employing fitting skills, * Build of full machine assemblies, * Testing and inspecting components, * Setting and operating manual shop machinery, * Ideally have a mechanics background

My client is a globally recognized manufacturer of commercial vehicles with over 600 employees based out of their sites across the world. Following the acquisition and reinvestment into their UK based operation, they are looking to expand quickly to deliver on existing sales commitments, but also to aid the company to aggressively attract new business. Jaxdene Solutions are proud to have been exclusively engaged in supporting them with their planned growth. Based in their purpose-built North Cambridgeshire home, they are looking to engage the services of an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join them on a 2-3 months (maybe longer) temporary basis. With new work wins coming down the line, and work in the bays ready to go, they need contract support whilst they decide on the correct staffing levels in the business to cope with the growing demand. Ideally you will have at least 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role and be qualified to at least NVQ or Apprenticeship level in...

MIG Welder – Career Growth & Great Pay! 📍 Location: Mildenhall, Suffolk 💰 Pay: £13.00 – £16.00 per hour (DOE) + Overtime Available 🕒 Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00 Benefits: 30 days holiday after probation, career development opportunities Join a leading fabrication company in Mildenhall and take your welding career to the next level! We're seeking skilled MIG Welders with either an NVQ qualification or strong hands-on experience to work on high-quality fabrication projects in a supportive, growth-focused environment. What You’ll Be Doing: 🔩 MIG welding mild and stainless steel 🛠️ Jig work to ensure precision fabrication ⚙️ Prepping metal components for welding 🏗️ Basic fabrication tasks 📐 Reading and interpreting engineering drawings Who We’re Looking For: ✅ Experienced MIG Welders (all skill levels considered) ✅ Ability to read engineering drawings (preferred) ✅ Motivated individuals looking for long-term career growth 🚀 This is more than just a welding job – it’s a...

Fabricator Welder – Temporary to Permanent Role | Based in Beccles Hales Group are recruiting for an experienced Fabricator Welder to join our client’s busy team in Beccles. This role involves working on a variety of fabrication tasks including the refurbishment and modification of storage tanks, as well as the fabrication of access platforms and pipework. The successful candidate will be confident working from drawings, using welding and fabrication equipment, and producing high‑quality work in a fast‑paced environment. Welding & Fabrication experience is essential, a background in flux core would be preferred but not essential. What You’ll Be Doing: Refurbishing and modifying products Fabricating access platforms and pipework Performing MMA and Fluxcore welding (experience preferred but not essential) Cutting and gouging using oxygen and acetylene Setting up and adjusting welding equipment Working from technical drawings to produce high-quality work...

NESFircroft have entered a new partnership working on behalf of an industry leading Power Cabling client who require CV’s for review in preparation to fulfil the role of a Site Manager on their project based in Suffolk The ideal person must have experience of EHV cable installation activities on site with knowledge of setting up joint bays, surveying, trenching. Previous experience on a National Gird site is advantageous (SR163, TP137, TP144) Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Responsible for the delegated budget from Project Manager. Within a given delegation, ensure delivery of an installation scope as part of a customer project. Responsible for installation risks and promote a transparency and to reach agreement with the Project Manager, to best manage risks within the business in its entirety Responsible for overseeing initial survey works and documentation creation in relation to this (CDM, RAMS etc) Responsible for all work within the installation part of the...

NES Fircroft is supporting a power-cabling organisation in sourcing suitable candidates for the position of Health and Safety Advisor for a flagship interconnection. HSE Advisor Location: Suffolk Contract position Role Purpose The Health & Safety Advisor will operate across both departmental and project-specific reporting lines, providing professional HSE guidance throughout the onshore installation works carried out by the business and its subcontractors. The successful candidate will be expected to take a proactive approach, including frequent participation in site safety inspections, audits, and regular attendance at project HSE meetings. The organisation is acting as the Principal Contractor under UK CDM Regulations. Project Activities Include • Establishment of site facilities • Installation of boundary and demarcation fencing • Creation of access routes and entry points to the construction corridor • Trial hole excavation for joint bay locations • Topsoil removal •...

Thermal Insulation Engineers| Great Yarmouth | ££Excellent + ££Digs/Travel + ££Bonus Avenue are recruiting for Thermal Insulation Engineers for a 12 week contract in Great Yarmouth. Requirements: You must have a Thermal Insulation Engineering Apprenticeship/Time-served. Extensive experience of Thermal Insulation. A valid TICA card.START DATE: ASAP SHIFT: Days, 12 days on and 2 days off, 10 hour shifts, BONUS: Bonus payment on every hour worked along with a completion bonus to be paid at the end of the outage PAYE with radius allowance or accommodation allowance. N.B. You will be required to pass a medical and drug and alcohol test before commencement of the project. Apply with your most recent CV or call Alanna on: (phone number removed) INDTEMP

Position: Mechanical Fitter Location: Great Yarmouth Start Date: Immediate Duration: 2 months Shifts: 10hr shifts, Mon - Fri + every other Sat & Sun PAYE Pay Rates: Mon-Fri 1st 40 hrs: £22.00/hr (including £2.37/hr Hol Pay) Mon-Fri Over 40 hrs / Sat & Sun all hrs: £27.50/hr (including £2.96/hr Hol Pay) Lodge / Subsistence Allowance: £105.00/night Travel: £15.00/hr The Role: Integrate Engineering Resources are currently recruiting for Mechanical Fitters for a power station site in Great Yarmouth Duties will include maintenance on industrial boilers, pressure systems, valves, regulators, superheaters, removal and installation of boiler tubes and mechanical components. Requirements: CCNSG card NVQ 3 or equivalent trade qualification Confined Space Entry certificate Previous experience in the heavy engineering industry; Power, O&G, Petrochemical, Renewables etc. About Us: Integrate Engineering Resources Ltd provides a dedicated recruitment service to the Engineering...