23 mechanical fitter jobs found in Ilford

Premier Work Support are currently recruiting for a temporary Vehicle Body and Mechanical Fitter for our prestigious client based in the Swanley area. Your Key Responsibilities will include: - Routine servicing, inspections, and preventative maintenance on vehicles. - Diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and bodywork faults. - Completing mechanical repairs including brakes, suspension, steering, cooling systems, and drivetrain components. - Undertaking bodywork repairs such as panel replacement, welding, fabrication, and cosmetic finishing. - Preparing vehicles for MOT and safety inspections to DVSA standards. - Attending on-road breakdowns when required and carrying out safe roadside repairs. - Maintaining accurate records of work completed and parts used. - Keeping the workshop clean, safe, and well-organised. - Working collaboratively with the engineering team to minimise downtime and keep the fleet running smoothly. The Ideal candidate will have: - Experience as a mechanical...

Our client, are seeking Mechanical Fitters to work on a Thames Water site near Harlow. This is a contract position.  Start: ASAP Duration: 9-10 Months Rate: Up to £270 per day (Experience Dependent) Hours: 45 per week As this role is working on a water treatment site, ideally you will have previous water sector experience, although candidates with an industrial background may be considered.  LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY - lodge cannot be offered at this time. Job Responsibilities: Onsite installation and removal of relevant water treatment machinery/equipment, including but not limited to: large bore stainless steel pipework, brackets/supports, pumps, motors, valves, steelwork, handrails. Ability to work independently while also being an effective communicator in team settings. Strong organizational skills with excellent multitasking abilities. Adhering to onsite health and safety regulations. Collaborating with other trades and end client on site.    Requirements: CSCS...

Mechanical Fitter Heathrow Airport £25.00 per hour Ongoing Days, Nights, Weekends Uplifts in place for nights and weekends. The Company MJM is currently recruiting experienced Mechanical Fitters to work at Heathrow Airport on a long-term basis. You'll be part of a skilled team responsible for maintaining the mechanical integrity of Heathrow’s critical infrastructure—keeping systems running efficiently in one of the world’s busiest airports. The Role As a Mechanical / Maintenance Fitter based at Heathrow, you will be responsible for maintaining automated systems to ensure maximum productivity, efficiency, and equipment availability. Your duties will include: * Maintaining automated systems to a high operational standard * Carrying out fault-finding, reactive repairs, and planned preventative maintenance * Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults * Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth system performance About You * Proven experience...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Henlow, Bedfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Technician subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Hourly Rate: £29.70 (Overtime Hourly rate of ‘Time and a half’ for hours worked over 37 hours per week).   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Live Build Manufacturing Technician Job Description: The Live Build Manufacturing Technician will be responsible for carrying out manufacturing, test and inspection tasks within the Live Build Facility, in accordance with product certification procedures, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives. Certify the product in line with the product certification procedure. Maintain product certification and approval via regular audits. Possess a versatile skill base with the capability to apply these skills across a range of tasks. Be fully conversant with all equipment, tools and measuring instruments associated...

MPI require a Mechanical Fitter to work on a long term contract basis, for our client based in Kempston 40 hours per week Mon - Fri 7:00am – 15:30pm, with half hour lunch break but this can vary when working on client sites Our client is an established manufacturer of water processing equipment, based in Bedford. They require a skilled mechanical fitter to assist with installations of equipment on client sites. The role will involve travelling to client sites and assisting an engineering team with the installation of a wide range of processing / treating equipment. Experience of working on Water Treatment works is always an advantage. ESSENTIAL CSCS Card – Green (as a minimum) Blue or Gold SSSTS or SMSTS EUSR (water Hygiene) Confined Space PASMA (Scaffold Towers) First Aid JOB PURPOSE To work safely at all times and to always consider the safety of others in anything they do. To deliver mechanical services on defined projects. To take instruction from a team leader. To...

Title: Mechanical Supervisor Location: Kent (preferred) – covering Kent, Sussex & Hampshire Rate: £210 per day 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...

Contract PSV Engineer “Are you looking for ongoing opportunities as a PSV Engineer and to develop your skillset?” Why work as a Venatu Contractor? * Wages paid weekly. * Roles inside and outside of IR35. * Local work wherever possible, as well as national opportunities, short and long-term contracts available. * Developing your skill set, training courses subject to meeting the criteria. * Technical backup from a qualified engineer. What you will be doing as the PSV Engineer: * Carry out repair and maintenance to exceed DVSA standards. * Diagnostics and repair of mechanical faults including steering, brakes, air systems, driveline but not limited to. * Diagnostics and repair of electrical, and body systems. Use diagnostic equipment to assist diagnostics. * Routine inspection and servicing to maintain roadworthiness and MOT standards. * Carry out major unit changes and repairs where applicable. * Complete necessary paperwork including service...

Contract PSV Engineer “Are you looking for ongoing opportunities as a PSV Engineer and to develop your skillset?” Why work as a Venatu Contractor? * Wages paid weekly. * Roles inside and outside of IR35. * Local work wherever possible, as well as national opportunities, short and long-term contracts available. * Developing your skill set, training courses subject to meeting the criteria. * Technical backup from a qualified engineer. What you will be doing as the PSV Engineer: * Carry out repair and maintenance to exceed DVSA standards. * Diagnostics and repair of mechanical faults including steering, brakes, air systems, driveline but not limited to. * Diagnostics and repair of electrical, and body systems. Use diagnostic equipment to assist diagnostics. * Routine inspection and servicing to maintain roadworthiness and MOT standards. * Carry out major unit changes and repairs where applicable. * Complete necessary paperwork including service sheets to a good...

Temp Mechanical day Shift Maintenance Engineer My client is currently recruiting for a day shift mechanical maintenance engineer. You will have your level 3 in either plumbing/mechanical/AC, with a proven track record in commercial maintenance. Sector: Health Duties will include all ppm and reactive maintenance on plant, pumps, motor's generator checks, ahu's, fan coils, ventilation, motors, general plumbing as well as ppm's on heating and cooling. Hours 7-7 4 on 4 off Days only Rate is 25-30p/h plus overtime If you are interested in this position, please e-mail your CV to Matt at Alex Young Recruitment

We are looking for a skilled Plumber / Building Services Engineer to join our facilities team. This role covers general building services maintenance, including both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive work. You will support the smooth operation of our sites, ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance. Key Responsibilities Carry out plumbing maintenance and repairs (e.g., toilets, sinks, pipework). Perform general building fabric repairs as required. Replace filters, belts, and perform minor mechanical works. Support legionella monitoring and other water hygiene checks. Complete scheduled PPM tasks and respond to reactive maintenance requests. Maintain accurate records of work completed. Travel to Cambridge site as required (once per week/fortnight).Requirements Proven experience in plumbing and general building services. Basic knowledge of L8 (Legionella) requirements; formal certification not essential as training will be provided. Ability to work...

PRS Recruitment Agency is currently seeking experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineers to work with some of our most prestigious client in London. As a leading provider of recruitment solutions, we offer competitive rates of pay ranging between £22.00 and £24.00 per hour, dependent on experience and qualifications. Key responsibility: Carrying out daily PPM and Reactive Maintenance tasks Carrying out daily emergency callout tasks Lighting (Small installation, Fault-finding, Lamping, Changing ballast, Control panel, Power distribution) Emergency lighting Air Conditioning – Air Handling Units / Fan Coil Unit (Filter changes, cleaning) Chillers – Re-set Water Treatment (Temperature checks) Pumps, motors Water Treatment BMS System – Monitor (i.e. Hot & Colds) UPS Systems – Monitor / Take readingsRequirements: Trade trained with ideally 3 years’ experience in the building services City & Guilds Qualified Mechanical Has the will and desire to succeed and learn Good building...

Job Title: Field Data Centre Engineer (Contract) Rate: £200 per day Location: London (multiple locations) Contract Type: Contract Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Field Data Centre Engineer to join our team on a contract basis. The successful candidate will provide on-site support across London data centre locations, delivering either smart hands assistance or break/fix services, as well as cabling installations. This is a client-facing role that requires proven data centre experience, technical expertise, and the ability to work independently across multiple sites. Key Responsibilities * Perform smart hands support (power cycling, visual inspections, hardware replacements, patching) or * Carry out break/fix services for data centre hardware, servers, and networking equipment. * Install, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cabling and copper cabling within data centre environments. * Rack, stack, and cable servers, switches, and other...

QA Lead – End-to-End & Automation Certain Advantage are hiring for a QA Lead – (End-to-End Automation) based in London. This role is on an initial 12-month contract and will be required to be onsite 3 days a week and 2 days remote. We are seeking a highly experienced QA Lead to take ownership of end-to-end testing across a dynamic portfolio of programs. This is a leadership role requiring strong technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to guide a high-performing team toward delivering top-quality testing outcomes. Key Responsibilities Own end-to-end testing deliverables across the portfolio, ensuring high-quality outcomes and effective demand management. Build and maintain a strong QA team by identifying and onboarding capable talent. Ensure business continuity and consistently deliver top-tier testing coverage for all programs. Lead a team of 10–12 QA professionals, managing goals, performance appraisals, and development plans aligned to their career...

Our client is seeking a Traffic Management Order (TMO) Officer on a contract basis to join their team. This role involves the drafting and processing of all Traffic Management Orders and Notices related to highway, planning, parking, and traffic regulations. It is a critical position requiring a comprehensive understanding of traffic management and relevant legislative processes. Key Responsibilities: Draft and process TMOs and Notices for highways, planning, parking, and traffic regulations. Prepare and manage emergency and temporary traffic orders, including cost estimation and payment liaison with contractors. Set up and maintain progress report files and indices related to orders and notices. Organise public enquiries, meetings, and respond to queries arising from publication of Notices. Utilise computer systems to enhance the functionality of the post. Recommend suitable measures to engineers regarding conflicting traffic management strategies. Engage with stakeholders and...

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Stockton  Overview: Currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our leading engineering client's project delivery team on a 12 month + contract basis. To provide contract management expertise in contracting (including sub-contracting) activities at a high level of knowledge, experience and expertise, in accordance with the Project Execution Plan (PEP) for contracting activities on a Project and compliance with our client and (where relevant) Customer Business Management Systems for supply chain activities. In addition, the candidate will have experience of the management of the entire procurement process (i.e. throughout the pre- and post-award periods) for, amongst other things, high value and/or complex engineering construction works. Responsibilities: PRINCIPAL DUTIES Provides contract management and quantity surveying expertise to the allocated project(s)-Works Packages – specifically...

Principal Electronics Engineer 6-month contract Paying up to £65ph inside IR35 Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Principal Electronics Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop and grow your skills within a thriving organisation engaged in cutting-edge technologies and projects. The Opportunity: This position is based in either Southampton or Bristol, with a primary focus on the design and development of digital processing electronics and support to RF and analogue power circuitry for complex laboratory and aircraft sensor systems. The role encompasses working across various stages of the product lifecycle, from initial concept development through to early life production and field support. You will be part of the Airborne Communications product development group within the Integrated Sensing & Protection division, interacting with partner organisations,...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Systems Engineer / Architect subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Your base site can either be from the companies Bristol, Stevenage or Bolton office.  This role will be a hybrid position – 3 days per week onsite and 2 days remote.      Hourly Rate: £60 - £85 (Umbrella).      Contract Duration: 6 Months initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Missile Electronic Architect Job Description:   Electrical Architects/Engineers are involved in all aspects of missile development, from the early concept studies to series production and in-service support. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to build on their engineering experience. Responsibilities: You will be responsible for the electrical architecture and requirements for missiles and/or their associated launcher systems with duties including: Specifying/determining system electrical requirements interface definitions...

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...

World Class Defence Organisation based in is currently looking to recruit an Interconnects Design Engineer / Cable Harness Design Engineer.   The role does require Zuken E3 experience.      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: The role will be a mix of onsite and remote working Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Interconnects Cable / Harness Design Engineer Job Description:   The role will be working within the Interconnects Team in Electronic Engineering (EE). EE aims to develop leading edge electronic engineering expertise, capabilities and technologies. The Interconnects Team forms a valuable part of this, tasked with providing a professional design...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Configuration Manager 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.   Rate: £50 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 working: The role will be 1-2 days per week onsite Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: Two stage interview process, telephone and video interview.   Description/Job Summary Configuration Management is pivotal to the companies success in developing and delivering engineered products to our customers and frontline users. Through the controlled application and compliance of processes, we give our programmes confidence and assurance in all products that we...