270 jobs found in Leighton Buzzard

Senior Mechanical Engineer Location: Pitstone, Buckinghamshire (On-site) Are you a senior, hands-on Mechanical Engineer looking for a high impact contract where your expertise genuinely shapes outcomes? This is an exciting 12 month Inside IR35 opportunity, based in Pitstone, offering the chance to join a technically advanced, safety critical engineering environment delivering real Through Life Support (TLS) value. This role will appeal to engineers who enjoy problem solving at pace, influencing technical direction, and working at the heart of production, quality, and engineering decision making. For those considering relocation, Pitstone offers access to excellent transport links, scenic surroundings, and a strong engineering community. The Opportunity As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in strengthening the Through Life Support team, bringing depth of experience, technical leadership, and resilience to complex challenges. You'll provide both tactical...

Job Title: Warranty Technician (Rolling Stock) Job Location: Bletchley Hourly Pay Rate: £28.36 PAYE / £ 37.00 Umbrella Shifts: 12-hour shifts Shift Pattern: Mon - Thurs Duration: On-going contract Start Date: ASAP Industries considered: Rail, Rolling Stock, RAF, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, Rolling Stock, Commercial/Industrial Electrics, Defence, Plant Engineering, SPM, HVAC, and Process Engineering Disciplines considered: Diesel Engine Fitter, Electrical Engineer / Mechanical Engineer, Mechanic, Avionic Technician, Aircraft Engineer, Marine Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, and Breakdown Engineer Client Summary: A world-renowned Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service and maintenance company and is the number one provider of rail solutions in the world. This prestigious company is also the largest rolling stock manufacturer and provider in the UK and employs over 70,000 employees in...

Technical Sales Administrator Flitwick £28,000 to £30,000 per annum plus benefits Monday to Friday | 8:00am to 5:00pm If you enjoy solving problems, speaking with customers, and being the person who knows exactly how to find the right solution, this could be the perfect role for you. This is not a typical administration role. As a Technical Sales Administrator, you will be at the heart of the business, supporting customers and engineers with parts enquiries, preparing quotations, processing orders, and ensuring the correct components are supplied quickly and accurately. If you are technically minded, organised, and enjoy combining customer service with problem solving, this is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected engineering business. The Role As a Technical Sales Administrator, you will provide front-line technical and commercial support to customers and internal engineers. Your responsibilities will include: * Handling...

Need 4 x Plumbers for a school upgrade job starting on Monday 20th July for 6 - 7 weeks in Milton Keynes MK6 Will be doing radiators, 1st and 2nd fix, barrell and steel, plant rooms etc Monday to friday - saturdays will be added hours will be 8.00am to 16.00pm must have blue JIB DBS WOULD BE GREAT £(Apply online only) per day. apply now

Head of DCO (Development Consents Order) Strategy This role will be accountable for setting and delivering on the Project’s Consents Strategy. It will be responsible to the DCO Director for obtaining all necessary consents for the delivery of EWR Co infrastructure (primarily the DCO and discharge of requirements but including any consents needed for enabling works and ecological licences etc), whilst ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks and project timelines. This role involves close collaboration with internal teams and external authorities to secure permissions and to mitigate any consent-related risks. It will maintain oversight of town planning matters, for which responsibility sits with the Town Planner working to the Head of DCO (e.g. the maintenance of Planning Performance Agreements, the development of local plans and consultations on planning permissions within the land safe guarded for EWR) as they affect the project, including oversight of Town Planning...

We are currently recruiting Mechanical Fitters to join a leading rail engineering company. This role involves working on the removal, modification, and refitting of rolling stock to a high standard, following industry regulations and company procedures.  Key Responsibilities: To have a good understanding of vehicle mechanical interfaces and repairs of vehicle components. To be able to install / repair components. To be able to fault find and carry out diagnostic investigation work. To overhaul of rail components. To undertake training as and when required. To work within a realistic timeframe. To ensure that waste is disposed of in the correct manner. To adhere to written or verbal instructions.Requirements: Previous experience in mechanical roles, or a similar hands-on trade/engineering environment. Confident in the use of hand tools, power tools, and workshop machinery. Strong attention to detail with the ability to read and follow technical instructions. Commitment to working...

Job Description: Paint Sprayer on Rolling Stock Vehicles Position: Paint Sprayer Location: Milton Keynes Rate: £28.54 per hour on Earlies/Afters or £32.58 per hour on Nights (Role is Inside IR35)  Hours: Earlies: 06:00-16:00 / Afters: 12:00-22:00 / Nights: 22:00-06:00 Summary: A Paint Sprayer is responsible for applying paint and other finishes to vehicles, Vehicle components, machinery, equipment, and various surfaces using spray guns. This role involves ensuring a high-quality finish, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety protocols. Key Responsibilities: - Surface Preparation: - Cleaning, sanding, and masking surfaces prior to painting. - Ensuring surfaces are properly primed and free of defects before application. Painting and Finishing: - Mixing paints to achieve desired colours and consistencies. - Applying paint, varnish, or other finishes using spray guns or other applicators. - Achieving uniform coverage and thickness according to...

TXM Recruit are currently looking to put a team of Test Technicians together on a contract basis for a rail client in Milton Keynes. The team will be performing test and commissioning on various fleets of rolling stock vehicles. Job Title – Test Technician. General Description: Skilled work within a safety critical role which demands a standard of competence necessitating either an apprenticeship to a trade or recognised training programme where an employee is required to be fully qualified in all parts of the trade and capable of producing work to the required standards, specification or finish expected of a Test Technician. To perform defined tasks to written instructions and to be able to work to their own initiative to enable the Depot to provide a quality service to the business. Carry out functional testing and commissioning of EMU/DMU and other rolling stock types of post works to a defined and written standard in line with UK rail safety regulations. Lead fault...

Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Haematology and Blood Transfusion to join our dynamic Blood Sciences Department. You will be required to work across our central laboratory at Stoke Mandeville Hospital and our satellite site at Wycombe Hospital, with deployment to either location as needed to support service delivery. You will support patient investigations by preparing, storing, and using reagents and consumables appropriately, performing manual laboratory procedures such as precision pipetting, reagent preparation, and complex analytical testing. Main duties of the job As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist, you will process and analyse patient samples across one of the laboratorys four sub-sections on a rotational basis. You will apply current scientific knowledge and advanced methodologies to ensure accurate and reliable test results. You will safely and proficiently use complex laboratory analysers, performing routine...

Systems Engineer 12 month contract Based in Ampthill Offering between £66-£77ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with MATLAB/Simulink? Do you have experience across the full systems lifecycle? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Systems Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Supplementing the Engineering Team across various Business Areas of the company Your skillset may include: Experience of systems engineering lifecycle Experience in modelling and simulation (MATLAB/Simulink) Experience in the Verification and Validation lifecycle Development of Verification & Acceptance (V&A) statements Knowledge of...

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...

Job title: Product Repair Technician Job type: Temporary (sick cover) Location: Biggleswade Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm Hourly rate: £12.71 per hour   Our well-known Biggleswade based client is looking for a practical and hands-on Product Repair Technician to join their technical team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys understanding how products work, diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs. Working within a modern workshop environment, you'll inspect, service and repair returned products, helping to ensure they meet high quality standards before being returned to customers.   Main duties as a Product Repair Technician: - Inspect, diagnose and repair returned products. - Carry out servicing and preventative maintenance work. - Identify faults and implement effective repair solutions. - Complete repair documentation and technical reports accurately. - Maintain photographic records of repairs and completed work. - Process returned...

Tooling Design Engineer | 6-Month Contract | Bedfordshire Tooling Design Engineer - Manufacturing & Production Engineering We're currently seeking an experienced Tooling Design Engineer to join a leading advanced manufacturing and engineering environment in Ampthill, Bedfordshire on an initial 6-month contract (Inside IR35). This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the design, development and implementation of manufacturing tooling, fixtures and production solutions that support complex engineering programmes from prototype through to full-rate production. What's on Offer? 6-month contract Inside IR35 37.5 hours per week Flexible 4-day working week (Monday-Thursday) Dynamic, fast-paced engineering environment The Role As a Tooling Design Engineer, you will provide technical expertise across the full product lifecycle, supporting manufacturing efficiency, quality improvement and cost reduction initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Designing and...

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. *...

About the Role We are seeking a professional and organised Site Receptionist to join a busy construction project based in Wendover. You will be the first point of contact on site, providing administrative support to the project team while ensuring all visitors and workers are managed in line with site procedures. Key Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for all visitors, staff and subcontractors arriving on site Manage the site sign-in / sign-out system and ensure compliance with health & safety procedures Answer incoming calls and direct enquiries to the appropriate team members Maintain the site office, ensuring it remains organised and presentable Provide general administrative support to the project team (filing, scanning, data entry, document control) Coordinate deliveries and ensure materials/logs are recorded accurately Assist with onboarding of new starters, including paperwork and inductions Maintain accurate records of site personnel,...

Job Title: Senior / Principal Civil Engineer Salary: Dependent on experience Location: St Albans (Hybrid - minimum 3 days office-based) Type: Permanent or Contract (Outside IR35 available) - Hybrid About the Role: Our client is seeking experienced Senior and Principal Civil Engineers to join a multidisciplinary design team delivering projects across the regulated water sector. These opportunities are suited to engineers with strong design experience within water and wastewater who enjoy solving complex engineering problems, developing practical solutions and contributing to the successful delivery of projects. Depending on experience, you will take ownership of technical delivery, support multidisciplinary design teams and contribute to maintaining high standards of engineering quality and compliance. Principal-level candidates will also provide technical leadership and mentoring support across the team. Working closely with senior management and project teams, you will...

Senior Civil Engineer - Contract Fully remote £40.00-£44.00 per hour (Outside IR35) Our client is seeking a senior civil engineer on a contract basis and will consider fully remote candidates. You will be working within a collaborative, design-led team and should be able to demonstrate your strong technical ability. Experience should include design of roads and drainage for a range of sectors, including sectional agreements. Ideally should be confident liaising with Local and Highway Authorities, representing our client at project meetings. To learn more and be considered send your CV to Graham Ventham at Conrad Consulting

Structural Revit Technician - Contract Hitchin £38.00-£42.00 per hour (outside IR35) Our client is seeking a skilled structural technician for a contract role in their busy office. Candidate should be proficient in AutoCAD and Revit, with the ability to produce high quality 3D models and technical drawings. Working alongside their structural engineers, the focus will be to deliver successful solutions. They are looking for proactive, adaptable and technically skilled individuals with extensive Revit experience and a strong understanding of structural principals. Strong attention to detail is vital. If you are looking for a contract role within a collaborative environment and are confident liaising at all levels, this is the perfect role. Please send your CV to Graham Ventham at Conrad Consulting to be considered

Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer Contract | Outside IR35 | Competitive Day Rate We're recruiting a Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer for a major UK power plant programme in Bedfordshire.  You'll lead the electrical commissioning of a new-build power plant, managing site activities from pre-commissioning through energisation, first fire, synchronisation and handover. Requirements: Proven Lead Electrical Commissioning experience on energy projects  Strong HV/LV commissioning knowledge Experience with generators, transformers, switchgear and protection systems Ability to lead commissioning teams and manage contractorsIf you are an experienced Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer with a background in energy projects, please apply now

Job Title: Production Operative – Foam Manufacturing Location: Bedford Department: Production Our client is a leading manufacturer of high-quality foam products. We are committed to maintaining excellent production standards, workplace safety, and environmental responsibility. We are currently seeking reliable and hardworking Production Operatives to join our growing team. Shift Pattern : Monday to Friday  Hours : Monday - Thursday 07:00 - 16:00 and Friday 07:00 - 13:00  Pay Rate : £12.75 - £13.05 Role Summary The Production Operative will be involved in the manufacturing of foam products, operating machinery and tools as trained and instructed. The role requires maintaining high quality standards while ensuring waste and rework are kept to a minimum. This position involves working in close proximity to moving mechanical parts. Chemicals such as isocyanates are used in the production process. Full training and appropriate safety equipment will be provided. Key...