41 education jobs found in Kettering

Field Service Representative / Chemical Technician Location: East Anglia (Peterborough / Cambridge area) - Field-based / Mobile Position Type: 12-Month Contract (Potential for extension) Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday Pay Rate: £25.18 per hour (PAYE) Job Summary We are seeking a disciplined and analytical Field Service Representative / Chemical Technician to provide routine technical support services across industrial customer sites. In this mobile role, you will execute agreed customer assurance plans, manage chemical inventories, and assist with the startup of new water treatment applications. This position is ideal for an experienced professional with a strong technical background in industrial water systems, wet chemistry testing, and equipment maintenance who enjoys working directly with key stakeholders in the field. Key Responsibilities Testing & Data Logging: Execute routine chemistry and water quality tests on-site, accurately log and report analytical...

Job Title: Commissioning Technician Location: Melton Mowbray Hourly Pay Rate: £36.00 Umbrella + 1.5x O/T rate (P.A.Y.E. option available) Shifts: Minimum of 45 hours a week Shift Pattern: Mon - Fri 9 hours per day, days and mornings/afternoons Duration: Long term contract Start Date: Early June 2026 Position Summary: You will be responsible for: * Tests and repairs on the systems including HVAC, CCTV, PIS and lighting * Braking tests * Helping with detailed fault finding and diagnostics * Re-wires and electrical component changes * Repairs and calibrations to door systems * Download train data from on board train data recorders using laptops * Run diagnostics software to identify faults with various train systems i.e. hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, train management systems & on board computers. * System software updates as required Qualifications / Education required: *...

Quality Engineer Luton 6-Month Contract Paying up to £37p/h (Inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Act as the Quality focal point for in-service and returns material activities Support investigation and resolution of non-conformances, including root cause analysis and corrective actions Review and approve quality documentation related to returns, concessions, and repair activities Ensure effective traceability and configuration control of returned and unserviceable items Interface with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations) and external suppliers Ensure compliance with AS9100, Quality Management System, and customer contractual requirements Contribute to continuous improvement activities across in-service quality processes Deliver compliant products in a timely manner, meeting all cost and safety requirements Provide reports and supporting data to the Programme, Project, and functional teams Required Experience Further education and/or experience in...

Job Title: Maintenance Technicians Job Location: Derby Hourly Rate: £20.73 PAYE / £27.69 Umbrella 20lHours Per Week: 45hrs minimum Duration: 6 months+ Start Date: July 2026 Company Summary: A leading UK passenger rail operator providing regional and intercity services. Operating a diverse fleet of diesel and electric rolling stock, the company is committed to delivering safe, reliable and customer-focused rail services while maintaining the highest standards of engineering excellence. Position Summary: To undertake maintenance activities and redelivery repairs on a variety of rolling stock vehicles (Diesel Multiple Units (DMU)) in accordance with maintenance procedures and specifications. Key Responsibilities: * Carry out planned and corrective maintenance activities * Perform component inspections, assessments and exchanges as specified in the maintenance instructions. * Repairing oil and coolant leaks. * Renewal of fixings and fastenings. * Pipework repairs. * Vehicle decal...

We are looking for an innovative and detail-oriented Thermal Design Engineer to join our automotive engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, analysis, and optimization of thermal systems and components across vehicle platforms. This includes ensuring optimal performance, energy efficiency, and reliability of thermal systems for propulsion, cabin climate control, battery management, and electronic components. Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop thermal management systems and components for electric power systems to go into vehicles. * Have knowledge of modelling and simulation of thermal behaviour using 1D/3D tools (e.g., GT-SUITE, ANSYS, Flowmaster, CFD tools). * Evaluate and optimize cooling and heating strategies for batteries, HVAC systems, and electronics. * Perform thermal analysis to ensure compliance with performance, durability, safety, and regulatory requirements. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

Electrical Tester Vacancy We are currently seeking to recruit an Electrical Tester This role will be based in Wolverton. This is what we need you to do…. Responsibilities: * Read schematic drawings * With minimal supervision investigate rolling stock faults found within the test process * Assist the engineering process where necessary * Work within a high voltage environment * Download and process train diagnostic data, undertake fault finding to an advanced level * Test all types of on train systems * Produce complex, analytical technical reports on fault investigation * If required deputise for test team leader * Keep test paperwork up to date, including test sheets and fault logs * Liaise with production departments when necessary * Attend off site railway depots to support our customers requirement This is what we need you to have…. Educational Requirements & Relating Experience: * Equivalent to GCSE C and above in Maths and English. *...

Are you an enthusiastic Hydro-Mechanical Technician looking to make your mark in the aerospace industry? Join our client's dynamic team at their cutting-edge facility in Marston Green, Birmingham! We're on the lookout for dedicated professionals to help us build, evaluate, and test innovative hydromechanical fuel systems. This is your chance to be part of a collaborative environment that values teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. Summary: Start date: ASAP Duration: 6 months with potential for extension and perm opportunities! Location: Marston Green, Birmingham B33 Pay Rate: £21.43 per hour plus shift allowance once trained Hours: 37 per week Monday to Friday….early finish on Fridays!What You'll Do: As a Hydro-Mechanical Technician, your core responsibilities will include: Building and Evaluating:Engage in the assembly and testing of hydromechanical fuel systems, including Fuel Metering Units, Fuel Pumps, and various military products. Team Collaboration:Work...

Ref: MNSCON43218 Location: Raunds, Wellingborough NN9 Hours: Monday to Friday 8am-5pm Pay: £26.29ph paid weekly via umbrella Duration: Ongoing Contract – Long Term Duties: Multi-Skilled Engineer required for a static role covering reactive and PPM maintenance across the site. Candidates should hold a recognised electrical or mechanical qualification with solid all-round fabric/M&E skills, and be comfortable working to strict statutory compliance and SLA-driven timescales

Job title: Stores Person / Flt driver Job location: Northampton Hourly Rate: Days - £13.10 PAYE / £16.71 Umbrella Shifts: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 17:00. Hours: 50 hours a week Avg. Duration: 6 Months minimum Start date: ASAP Company Summary: In partnership with Siemens Mobility we are recruiting for a Stores Person to be part of the materials chain for a project to overhaul the interiors pf Rolling Stock units. Siemens Mobility are a globally recognised brand in the production, maintenance and modification of Rolling Stock. This role is based at the modern Kings Heath Depot. Position Summary The key duties are to Receive, Control and Deliver material to the MFC facility. You will carry out general stores duties governed by the priorities and timescales of work requirements and daily workloads, using processes and procedures to ensure Internal customers require the highest service level. Key responsibilities will include: * Receiving Goods In,...

Job title: Stores Person Job location: Northampton Hourly Rate: Days - £13.10 PAYE / £16.71 Umbrella Shifts: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 17:00. Hours: 50 hours a week Avg. Duration: 6 Months minimum Start date: ASAP Company Summary: In partnership with Siemens Mobility we are recruiting for a Stores Person to be part of the materials chain for a project to overhaul the interiors pf Rolling Stock units. Siemens Mobility are a globally recognised brand in the production, maintenance and modification of Rolling Stock. This role is based at the modern Kings Heath Depot. Position Summary The key duties are to Receive, Control and Deliver material to the MFC facility. You will carry out general stores duties governed by the priorities and timescales of work requirements and daily workloads, using processes and procedures to ensure Internal customers require the highest service level. Key responsibilities will include: * Receiving Goods In, off-loading material...

Job Title: Coach / Vehicle Builders. Location: Kings Heath Depot, Northampton. Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm (50 hours per week) Rates: £18.68 PAYE £23.83 Umbrella (pre 12 weeks) £25.11 Umbrella (post 12 weeks) Duration: Ongoing (long-term contract) Company Summary: Working for a leading global provider of mobility solutions across urban, interurban and freight transportation sectors. Position Summary: This role is based at a newly refurbished depot in Northampton, supporting large-scale overhaul projects. You will be part of a team of Vehicle Builders responsible for refitting and modernising the interiors of train carriages. Key Responsibilities: Stripping and preparing vehicles for repair work Cutting and fitting materials to precise measurements Installing components such as panels, flooring, carpets and seating using materials including wood, metal, composites, sealants and adhesives Assembling, fitting and finishing interior and exterior features Using...

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Bedford Rate: £(Apply online only)/Day- Outside IR35- Ltd company is an option Duration: 6 months rolling contract   Have you built your career managing commercial performance on major highways projects and want the flexibility of a freelance role with a nationally recognised contractor delivering critical infrastructure across the UK?   Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of highways schemes across the National Highways network. This freelance opportunity offers the chance to work on complex infrastructure projects within a collaborative and forward-thinking commercial team.   Job Role:   As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll support the commercial management of highways projects from pre-contract through to final account, including tender support, subcontract administration, valuations, change management, cost reporting and financial forecasting. You'll manage...

Are you an experienced Energy Manager looking for your next contract opportunity? Do you have experience implementing ISO 50001 Energy Management Systems and driving energy efficiency improvements?   Location: Peterborough (Primarily Remote) Working Pattern: Mostly remote with occasional travel to Peterborough, London and York Sector: Rail & Infrastructure Contract: 6 Months Rate: Up to £390/day Umbrella   This is an excellent opportunity to join a major rail infrastructure programme, helping to improve energy performance and deliver sustainability initiatives across a large operational network. The role offers flexible, predominantly remote working while contributing to meaningful energy reduction projects.   Key Responsibilities ·Deliver and continuously improve Energy Management Plans. ·Monitor, analyse, and report on energy usage and performance. ·Maintain compliance with ISO 50001 Energy Management Systems. ·Carry out energy audits and identify...

Job Title Project Quality Control Engineer Summary We are looking for an experienced Project Quality Control Engineer to join a major project based at our client’s Leicester site. This role is ideal for professionals with strong inspection and quality management experience within highly regulated sectors such as nuclear engineering. The successful candidate will ensure supplier compliance and manage all quality control activities throughout the project lifecycle. Salary £40–£45 per hour (Umbrella)  Location and Working Pattern Leicester – Radar Road (on-site) Contract duration: 12 months Client Overview Our client operates within the nuclear engineering sector, delivering high-quality projects to strict regulatory standards. Responsibilities Liaise with customers to define quality assurance and inspection requirements. Review and approve supplier quality arrangements, including QCPs, weld schedules, and NDT procedures. Attend supply chain kick-off meetings and ensure...

NEW Job Opportunity - Quality Control Engineer - Initially 12 Month Contract - Based in Leicester Job Title: Quality Control Engineer Location: Leicester Duration: 12 Months – Inside IR35 Security Clearance: UK Security Check (SC) Main Purpose The Project Quality Control Engineer will carry out inspection activities and support the Quality Team to ensure compliance with project, customer and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Quality Control & Inspection Liaise with customers on quality and inspection requirements. Review supplier quality documentation, including QCPs, weld schedules and NDT procedures. Attend supplier kick-off meetings and coordinate inspection activities. Produce inspection assignments and liaise with customer inspectors. Conduct risk assessments and perform equipment inspections. Witness NDT, functional testing and other inspection activities. Review inspection records and quality documentation. Produce inspection reports and support...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer East Midlands - commutable from Derby, Leicester and Nottingham to c£47k neg dep exp + benefits Our client can demonstrate almost half a century's expertise in the design, development and manufacture of bespoke automation and robotic systems for a diverse range of industry sectors and are regarded by many in the industry as one of the leading automation system solution providers in the whole of the UK. As a result of continued success and a planned programme of strategic growth, they are now seeking to recruit an experienced Lead / Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to complement their established and successful team and deliver innovative special purpose automation machinery projects. Based near Leicester and tasked with both designing and overseeing an array of special purpose machine projects from order acceptance to customer hand over, the successful Senior Mechanical Design Engineer candidate will be responsible for the design, detailing...

Tooling Design Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire Contract (6 months), inside IR35, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday About the Role The Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including prototype design & build, development and integration of the build documentation and supporting requirements of full production build. This role will be required to provide technical support to the team in the design, development and implementation of industrial tools, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, performance requirements and ensure legislative compliance is adhered to. A thorough working knowledge of CAD...

Are you a Sub Agent or Senior Engineer with experience on major infrastructure projects?   Do you have a strong background in self-delivering heavy civils works, ideally with a Tier 1 contractor?   Rate: £(Apply online only)/day DOE - Umbrella, Inside IR35 Location: Chipping Warden (Site Based) Duration: 6 month, rolling contract   An exciting opportunity has opened up for a driven Sub Agent or Senior Engineer to join a major contractor delivering critical works on HS2. This is a chance to step into a key leadership role on a high-profile package involving complex Under Track Crossing (UTX) works, reinforced concrete structures, and major infrastructure delivery.   You'll be joining a well-established team at a pivotal stage of the project, moving from self-delivered heavy civils into major subcontract package management. This role offers genuine long-term stability, career progression, and the opportunity to lead from the front on one of the country's flagship...

Job Title: Vehicle Technician – Military Vehicle Systems Location: Coventry CV6 Vacancy Type: Full-time, Temp/Contract (6 months with potential extensions). Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri). Salary: £19 per hour (Fixed-Term Contract with benefits) Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient applications. ​ We’re hiring 10 Vehicle Technicians and we need them now. NP Aerospace is expanding its production capability to support high-priority defence programmes, and we’re building a team of skilled Vehicle Technicians to deliver it. This is your chance to work on specialist military vehicles where precision, quality and purpose genuinely matter. You’ll thrive in this role if you’re hands-on, take pride in your work, and want to be part of a team delivering vehicles that protect lives. With immediate starts available and strong potential for extension, this is a real opportunity to get involved in meaningful, high-impact...

Do you want to work for one of the World’s most famous Car manufacturers based in the West Midlands? -Are you an experienced Packaging Engineer / Packaging Analyst, with strong data analysis and reporting skills? -Are you seeking an exciting contract position that is available to commence as soon as you are, and is paying a highly competitive hourly rate?   If your answer is “yes,” we have the job opportunity for you just here………   The Opportunity Our Client, a World recognised and respected Automotive OEM Manufacturer based in rural Warwickshire, are actively seeking an experienced Packaging Engineer / Packaging Analyst to join their highly successful team with immediate effect on initially a 6-month Contract basis (Inside IR35). On offer to the successful candidate is a highly competitive hourly rate.   As their Packaging Engineer / Packaging Analyst, you will support the development, control, and continuous improvement of packaging fleet, container loops, and related...