97 jobs found in Lakenheath

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...

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

Crem Recruitment has been appointed to recruit for a key business within the manufacturing industry to facilitate their busy operation. Our client, who are a well-recognised manufacturing company, is looking to recruit an Assembly Operator to work at their busy factory based on the outskirts of Newmarket. Duties will include: * Assemble parts or products according to technical drawings, work instructions, or standard operating procedures. * Operate hand tools, power tools, or machinery safely and efficiently. * Inspect finished products for quality, ensuring they meet required standards. * Report any defects, faults, or issues to the supervisor. * Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following health and safety regulations. * Meet daily production targets and deadlines. * Work collaboratively with colleagues and other departments to achieve team goals. Hours and Pay * Flexible working days: Monday – Friday or Monday – Thursday. * 37 hours per...

Location: Newmarket (CB8) Duration: Temporary - 6 months initially with potential to become permanent Hours: 8:30 am until 4:30pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: £13.75 per hour increasing to £14.25 after 3 months Job Reference: 36113 Polytec are looking for a Production Technician for our Newmarket based client. Responsibilities: * Assembly of antenna kits, following documentation, ensuring Health and Safety regulations are adhered to * Operate Test and Measurement equipment * Ensure all relevant paperwork for each job is completed Requirements: * Previous experience of light mechanical assembly work * Electronics background or microwave experience preferable * Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and costs * Good soldering skills would be an advantage Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below

Production Technician Location: Near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk £14.50 per hour | Mon-Fri, 8:00-5:00 We are recruiting for a hands-on Production Technician to join a specialist engineering manufacturer supporting the assembly and testing of bespoke electro-mechanical products. This role involves mechanical/electrical assembly, working from engineering drawings, and carrying out in-process and final quality checks in a controlled production environment. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety are essential. Key Requirements Experience in a manufacturing, assembly, or test environment Ability to read engineering drawings and follow build instructions Strong practical skills with hand tools and precision assembly High standards of workmanship and quality focus Able to work independently following training Essential Qualification Must hold a recognised qualification in live electrical testing (including three-phase systems) Proven experience working safely with...

Location: Cambridge (CB24) Duration: Temporary, 3-6 months initially, possible transfer to permanent Hours: 9am - 5pm (Monday to Friday), 30 minutes lunch break Salary: £13.70 per hour Reference: 36090 Polytec are looking for an Assembly Technician for our client based just north of Cambridge. This is a temporary role but could become permanent for the right person. Responsibilities: * Assembly, packing and despatch of products in a clean lab environment * Completion of manufacturing records and related documentation (ERP system) * Ensure all work is performed to agreed time scales Requirements: * Previous experience in an assembly and or despatch role preferred * Proven ability to perform with the highest accuracy and repeatability * Good communication and numerical skills * Punctual with a good attendance record * Capable of handling multiple tasks at the same time * Familiarity with following SOP's, working to ISO 13485 & ISO 9001 * Computer literate, previous...

Location: Cambridge (CB4) Duration: 6 month Fixed Term Contract Hours: 9.00am - 5.30pm Monday - Friday Salary: £35000 - £45000 per annum, dependent on experience Job Reference: 36126 Polytec is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a growing, multidisciplinary team for our client based in Cambridge. The role focusses on the design and development of novel process systems that support decarbonisation technologies, including carbon capture and hydrogen storage. You will contribute to the delivery of innovative, commercially viable mechanical systems that address urgent climate and energy challenges. Working alongside engineers and scientists, you will help take new technologies from concept through to prototype and testing, with a strong focus on real world deployment. Responsibilities: • Design and develop innovative mechanical components and systems with a focus on performance, reliability, and manufacturability. • Lead and contribute to projects involving...

Join a world-renowned aerospace and defence organisation as a Associate Mechanical Operator in RAF Marham on a full time onsite 37 hours compressed over 4 days Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for Associate Mechanical Operator to add to their talented, hardworking team in RAF Marham on an initial 12 months contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. The rate per hour: £28.11 per hour inside IR35 / umbrella The role: * Will carry out metalworking & corrosion remediation activities on aircraft * Role will be working within a close knit team in a multi-skilled / multi-disciplined environment carrying out required repairs and maintenance activities * At this level the post holder is competent to work to basic maintenance instructions, has a working appreciation of the approved data set and works in accordance with the organisation's AMC documentation set Duties: * Act...

Join a world-renowned aerospace and defence organisation as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer in RAF Marham - 4 days a week onsite Would you like to join a global aerospace and defence organisation? Do you want to work as part of an organisation protecting people and maintaining maximum national security? Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for a Maintenance Engineer to add to their talented, hardworking team in RAF Marham on a 12 month contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. Rate: £31.34 per hour inside / Umbrella The role: Reporting to the F-35 Aircraft Maintenance Manager the post holder will be undertaking a range of maintenance activities on F35 aircraft or aircraft components. Duties: The successful candidate will be required to perform tasks suitable to the internal level of this role. The role will contain, but will not be limited to, the following...

General Foreman We are looking for an experienced and driven General Foreman to join a long-term infrastructure project in the power sector. Working for the Principal Contractor, you will be the boots-on-the-ground lead ensuring that subcontractors deliver to the highest standards of safety and quality. The Offer Rate: £300 - £350 per day. Status: Outside IR35 (CIS or Ltd Company). Duration: 18 months (with strong potential for extension). Project: Major Substation upgrade/construction. The Role As the General Foreman, your value lies in your ability to manage people, schedules, and standards. Since all works are subbed out, your primary focus is subcontractor management. Key Responsibilities: Subcontractor Oversight: Managing multiple specialist gangs, ensuring they adhere to the program of works. Quality Control: Stringent checking of work, specifically across Groundworks and Reinforced Concrete (RC) structures. Health & Safety: Acting as the eyes and ears for...

Title: Marine Engineer Location: Wroxham - Norfolk Salary or Rate: £33K - £35K plus Overtime. Hours: 40 Hours Plus Overtime available  Type: Permanent HSB ID: 244/28 HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy and Aerospace sectors. We have several permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas – visit our website or LinkedIn page for more. Our Client is looking for a Marine biased Engineer to Join their expanding Team. The Engineer will be responsible for the preparation, build and installation of engineering systems in line with the current drawings, specifications, and guidelines  Day to day duties and responsibilities of the Marine Engineer: Mechanical fitter of all general Marine systems including, but not limited to, hydraulics, plumbing (domestic, marine, grey, black, fresh water), air conditioning, gas installations, engine/gearbox, and final drive...

Pay: £22.00 - £25.20 per hour Job description: Role: Control Panel Wireman/ Wirewoman Location: Cambridgeshire, Rate: £22.00 P/HR PAYE plus overtime. Time and a third Time and a half, Saturdays Double time Sundays Duration: 6 months, subject to extension, (typically extended) Hours : 37.5 hrs per week. Currently, due to workload, working around 50 hours. Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Control Panel Wireman/woman to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for assembling and wiring control panels used in various industrial applications. Your expertise will ensure that electrical components are correctly installed and functioning according to specifications, supporting the seamless operation of machinery and automation systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong electrical wiring skills, mechanical knowledge, and experience working with schematics and technical drawings to deliver high-quality control panels efficiently....

We are recruiting for an experienced working Mechanical Supervisor for a period of 10 - 12 weeks. You will be working at Cambridge Magistrates Court managing the installation of pipework, chillers, heating and cooling systems and associated plant. Shifts: 12 hrs shifts - 4 nights a week 5pm to 5.30am Rates: £38/hr You should possess SMSTS, cscs card and relevant HVAC Building Services experience. Must be able to pass security clearance (BPSS). Please contact Tim at Apex for further details Apex Resourcing Solutions is a recruitment business acting on behalf of this company

Chemistry Laboratory Technician Location: Cambridge, UK Salary: £13 - £14 p/h (commensurate with experience) Duration: Anticipated 12 month contract initially Proclinical is working alongside a discovery-focused life sciences organisation which is based in Cambridge and is seeking a Chemistry Laboratory Technician to join its laboratory operations team. This is a hands-on, lab-based role supporting day-to-day chemistry lab activities within a modern drug discovery environment. The position is central to ensuring laboratories run smoothly, enabling scientists to focus on core research and discovery work. It will primarily support the Chemistry function, with scope to provide wider operational support across related scientific teams as the organisation continues to grow. Key Responsibilities include; Laboratory & Inventory Support Register incoming chemicals into the laboratory inventory system Manage consumables, reagents and solvent stock using structured stock...

Chemistry Laboratory Technician Location: Cambridge, UK Salary: £13 - £14 p/h (commensurate with experience) Duration: Anticipated 12 month contract initially Proclinical is working alongside a discovery-focused life sciences organisation which is based in Cambridge and is seeking a Chemistry Laboratory Technician to join its laboratory operations team. This is a hands-on, lab-based role supporting day-to-day chemistry lab activities within a modern drug discovery environment. The position is central to ensuring laboratories run smoothly, enabling scientists to focus on core research and discovery work. It will primarily support the Chemistry function, with scope to provide wider operational support across related scientific teams as the organisation continues to grow. Key Responsibilities include; Laboratory & Inventory Support Register incoming chemicals into the laboratory inventory system Manage consumables, reagents and solvent stock using structured stock...

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...

Roles - PSV Engineer / PSV Technician / PSV Mechanic / Bus Technician Location: Cambridge Pay Rate: £34.00 per hour Outside IR35 Do one of these roles describe you? Do you feel undervalued your current role? Are you an experienced PSV Mechanic? Are you available to start work right away? Why not come join our team of engineers here at Excel Resourcing, we specialise in supporting several blue-chip clients who operate in the road transport industry. Benefits of working for Excel: * Weekly Pay * Long-term contracting work * Product Training provided * Minimum Hourly Rate of £34.00 These roles involve: * Carrying out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of PSV * Diagnosing and rectifying all types of PSV faults * Ensuring all vehicles worked upon are handled carefully and that the relevant precautions are taken whilst on the premises. * Liaising with the parts department to attain correct parts. * Ensuring health & safety regulations and safe...

Do you have previous experience as a Machine Technician? Do you have an interest in Machine Wiring with some proven experience? Job Title: Machine Assembler Location: Haverhill, Suffolk Hours: Monday - Thursday 8.00am to 4.30pm / Friday 8.00am to 3.30pm Salary: £12.71 p/h to start, increasing once trained Contract Type: Full time, 12 week temp to perm Our client based in Haverhill, Suffolk is seeking a Machine Assembler As Machine assembler your duties will include: * Perform electrical testing of system builds * Read and work to engineering drawings and schematics * Ensure production schedules are met in line with customer demands An ideal candidate for the Machine assembler will have: * Electrical experience, including panel assembly and wiring from diagrams * Experience in building switchgear is desirable Ideally you will have experience within a similar position. Interviews will take place in Haverhill, Suffolk following a registration process by PureKat Consultancy...

Do you have experience in operating machinery? Job title: General Operative Location: Haverhill Hourly Rate: up to £13.00ph DOE Contract: Temporary on-going (could go perm for right person) Hours: Monday -- Sunday (Shift Pattern: 6am - 2pm - 2pm - 10pm - 10pm - 6am) Sector: Manufacturing An opportunity has arisen for General Operative for our client based in Haverhill, Suffolk As the General Operative your duties will include: * Operate and maintain a variety of machinery including lathes, milling machines, drilling rigs and cutting equipment * Set up, align and calibrate tooling, work‑holders and fixtures for machining components * Assemble machined parts, carry out finishing operations * Monitor machine performance, conduct routine checks, perform basic maintenance, and report issues promptly. An ideal candidate for the General Operative will have: * Familiarity with machining previously. Ideally you will have experience within a similar position. Interviews will take...