12 transportation jobs found in Kettering

Highway Scheduler Northamptonshire 3-month contract, extension likely £300 per day Office based Are you an experienced Highway Scheduler looking for a new challenge? An opportunity has arisen for a Highway Scheduler with experience in planning & scheduling highway works packages to join a busy client in Northamptonshire.   This is a full-time contract position. The rate on offer is £300 per day.   Key Responsibilities: ·Ability to utilise a works management system to plan and schedule maintenance works to multiple repair teams taking into account a number of variables and hazards. ·Assist in ensuring that key business targets and Key Performance Indicators are achieved and wherever possible exceeded with the ability to speak up when potential barriers to achieving performance standards are identified. ·Promote a culture of integration, best practice and continual business improvement. ·Ensure works comply with specification.   A full, detailed job description is...

Highways Clerk of Works Northamptonshire 2-month contract, extension likely Negotiable rate dependant on experience, £30 - £40 per hour Are you an experienced Highways Clerk of Works looking for a new challenge? An opportunity has arisen for a Clerk of Works with experience in highways development management to join a client in Northamptonshire. Your main duties include monitoring and checking highways/developer works across the area.   This is a full-time contract position. The rate on offer is £30 - £40 per hour - negotiable for the right candidate.   Working within the Highways team your main duties include: - Monitor developer and contactor works for compliance with approved documentation, specification, planning requirements, legal agreements and permits - Identify non-compliant work, agree required remedial action and monitor successful completion - Monitor works within the highway to ensure operational safety and public safety, including traffic management...

Job Title: 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 Siemens...

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter Job Location: Kings Heath Depot, Northampton Shifts: Monday-Friday 07:00 - 17:00 Hourly Rate: £22.73 PAYE / Pre 12 weeks £29.00 Umbrella / Post 12 weeks £30.55 Umbrella Hours Per Week: 50 Duration: Ongoing 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 Fitters focussed on refitting the interior of train carriages to modernise the fleet. Responsibilities Include: * Use hand tools to drill vehicles to create holes for panels/fixtures and fittings * Installation of panelling and vehicle fixtures * Collaborate with the quality team to ensure modifications meet design/regulatory standards * Use Siemens software/systems to input data and retrieve VMI's * Conduct post modification inspections to verify integrity...

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter Job Location: Kings Heath Depot, Northampton Shifts: Monday-Friday 07:00 - 17:00 Hourly Rate: £22.73 PAYE / Pre 12 weeks £29.00 Umbrella / Post 12 weeks £30.55 Umbrella Hours Per Week: 50 Duration: Ongoing 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 Fitters focussed on refitting the interior of train carriages to modernise the fleet. Responsibilities Include: * Use hand tools to drill vehicles to create holes for panels/fixtures and fittings * Installation of panelling and vehicle fixtures * Collaborate with the quality team to ensure modifications meet design/regulatory standards * Use Siemens software/systems to input data and retrieve VMI's * Conduct post modification inspections to verify integrity...

Supply Chain Planner Daventry We are seeking a Supply Chain Planner based in Daventry. This is a full-time (37.5 hrs/week), hybrid role (3 days onsite) for an initial 9-month assignment. Role Overview: The Supply Chain Planner will support the Global Planning & Logistics function, collaborating with cross-functional teams to execute key site-level activities and drive escalations. The role also plays a central part in planning activities dependent on site teams. Key Responsibilities: Manage material planning interface with UK Logistics Centre operations. Oversee aftermarket kitting, production scheduling, and supplier/customer returns in the EMEA region. Coordinate Advanced Shipping Notifications and inbound operations to ensure timely receipt of products. Support internal escalations with operations and transportation teams. Coordinate site activities, including Hazmat handling and receiving prioritization. Contribute to inventory optimization and planning system...

Senior Development Control Engineer We are currently recruiting for an experienced Highways Engineer to join a Council in the Home Counties in delivering high-quality highway and transport infrastructure projects. You must have experience to be considered for this position. Key Responsibilities: ·Develop technical solutions, manage design and construction stages, and ensure projects meet statutory requirements, Council standards, and safety regulations. ·Review and approve designs under Sections 38 and 278. ·Coordinate across engineering disciplines, ensuring seamless project delivery. ·Oversee consultants and junior staff, providing guidance and supervision. ·Ensure compliance with DMRB, Manual for Streets, TSRGD, and other relevant standards. ·Liaise with stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain project progress. ·Monitor project performance, risks, and compliance throughout delivery. Requirements: ·Proven experience in UK highway design and maintenance. ·Strong...

Assistant Highway Project Manager Cambridgeshire 6 month contract, extension likely £300 per day Are you an Assistant Project Manager within Highways looking for a new challenge? An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Project Manager with experience in highways and transport to join a busy client in Cambridgeshire.   This is a full-time contract position. The rate on offer is negotiable for the right candidate, dependant on level of experience. Flexible working arrangements are available.   Role Requirements: ·Provide leadership support within the Project Delivery Highways Service team to ensure the effective delivery of projects that improve the transport infrastructure network. ·Provide advice on highway engineering, project and programme management, procurement, community engagement and delivery of the improvements of the transport infrastructure network. ·Provide and prepare detailed technical reports in a timely and efficient manner ensuring at all times...

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong background in structural engineering / structures delivery to lead and manage multi-million pound capital projects across the council's portfolio. This role will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of complex infrastructure and structural schemes, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in line with council priorities, statutory requirements, and community needs. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery Lead the delivery of large-scale structural and infrastructure projects (e.g., bridges, highways structures, public realm, buildings, or civil structures). Manage the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and design through procurement, construction, and handover. Ensure projects meet time, cost, quality, and safety objectives. Stakeholder Management Act as the primary interface between the council, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders. Engage effectively...

Expleo is currently recruiting for a System Test & Validation Engineer to support a prestigious automotive client in Warwickshire .This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of a Connected Car Platform, delivering cutting-edge digital experiences across luxury vehicles. You will be responsible for validating system features end-to-end, ensuring a seamless, robust, and defect-free customer experience. You'll play a key role in an ambitious transformation programme-helping evolve current technologies into next-generation digital capabilities, supporting the journey toward a carbon-neutral future. Location: Warwickshire Company: Expleo Group (on behalf of a leading automotive OEM) Contract: 12 Months Rate: £33.88 per hour (Umbrella) Key Responsibilities Develop and own system-level test strategies and plans aligned to release schedules Lead testing activities, prioritising workloads and tracking progress Design detailed test cases and scenarios ensuring full...

Independent Appraisers - DRIVE35 Supplier Readiness & Transformation Fund📍 Remote (UK-based) 💷 £260 per appraisal day | £74.96 per hour for panel participation 🗓 Start: End of June 2026 📄 Contract: Interim / Consultancy (Outside IR35) Programme Overview We are supporting a large public sector organisation in delivering a major programme designed to accelerate the UK's transition to electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing and strengthen domestic supply chains.This multi-year initiative will award capital grants (£250k-£3m) to businesses investing in EV manufacturing capability, automation, advanced materials, battery technology and supply chain resilience.To support delivery, we are building a diverse pool of independent appraisers to assess applications and provide expert, impartial recommendations. The Opportunity We are seeking 6 experienced independent appraisers to join a flexible pool supporting the assessment of funding applications. Year 1 includes 16 applications...

Procurement Engineer Location: Oxfordshire Rate: £40 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: 12 Months About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced Procurement Engineer to join a leading global organisation at the forefront of healthcare innovation. Based in Oxfordshire, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge medical imaging technology that improves access to healthcare worldwide. As a Procurement Engineer, you will take ownership of a diverse portfolio of globally sourced components, driving long-term sourcing strategies and ensuring a resilient and cost-effective supply chain. This role offers a high level of autonomy and the opportunity to influence strategic sourcing decisions within a collaborative, international environment. Key Responsibilities Act as a technical interface between Procurement, R&D, and suppliers, supporting cost analysis throughout the product lifecycle Drive cost optimisation initiatives including: Cost Value Engineering...