172 jobs found in Swindon

Role: Site Manager Rate: £(Apply online only)/Day CIS (DOE) Location: Swindon, Chippenham & Andover Length of Contract: 12 months minimum Want to lead major substation construction projects across the Southwest while working on critical energy infrastructure schemes? Our client is growing their Substation Build Team and is looking for an experienced Site Manager to support projects across the Southwest. This role offers the opportunity to work on 11kV to 132kV distribution network projects, including the refurbishment and construction of switch houses, transformer enclosures, switchgear, transformers, and cabling infrastructure. Job Role As Site Manager, you will oversee construction activities from initial site setup through to final completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to programme. Acting as the principal contractor on site, you will coordinate subcontractors, manage daily site operations, maintain health and safety standards, and work...

Cable Assembler Swindon £12.71 per hour We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Cable Assembler to join our client in Swindon. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on assembly experience who takes pride in producing high-quality work and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team. Cable Assembler Roles and Responsibilities: * Assemble cable units in line with customer specifications and internal build standards * Read and interpret technical drawings and build instructions * Carry out soldering and crimping to a high standard * Maintain high levels of quality and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards * Work efficiently to meet production deadlines and delivery targets * Use measuring tools accurately to ensure precision * Follow company procedures, health & safety regulations, and environmental standards * Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and team objectives Cable Assembler Ideal Candidate: * Experience...

Electrical Testing Engineer - Domestic Contract – 3 - 6 months 8.00am -16.30pm with half an hour for lunch Swindon Salary is dependent on experience We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Testing Engineer - Domestic to join our client based in Swindon. Core Responsibilities * Conduct Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) in domestic homes. * Perform electrical inspections to ensure compliance with current UK wiring regulations (BS 7671). * Carry out remedial works following failed or unsatisfactory EICRs. * Diagnose electrical faults and complete corrective actions. * Document findings using digital reporting tools (laptops/tablets). * Liaise with tenants, housing officers, or property managers to ensure smooth access and communication. Required Skills & Qualifications * 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671). * Level 3 NVQ or equivalent in Electrical Installation. * 2391 (or 2394/2395) Testing & Inspection...

QC Microbiology Technician - Swindon Opportunity: This is a brand new position that has been created due to expansion. My client is a global pharmaceutical manufacturing company are looking to recruit an experienced Microbiologist where you will be carrying out high volume microbiology testing on finished drug products. Duties and responsibilities include: * Conducting QC Microbiology testing on finished drug products. * Supporting the QC Scientist’s on microbiology testing. * Maintaining the microbiology laboratory. * Maintaining stock levels and preparation of logbooks. * Maintenance of lab equipment to include but not exclusively: Switching on VLF Class II cabinet Boiling water / bead baths, Media preparation (pH testing of media, autoclave waste & sterilisation of equipment). * Maintenance of weekly stock culture isolates. * Washing Micro Glassware and use of glass washer. * Conducting In-process sampling testing when required. * Collective Environmental...

Electronic Assembler Cirencester £13.00 per hour Our well-known client in Cirencester is looking to add an experienced Electronic Assembler to their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a trusted company that takes pride in high standards of quality and precision. Electronic Assembler Roles and Responsibilities: * Assembling and wiring of electrical instruments * Conducted quality inspections on both populated and bare printed circuit boards (PCBs) * Performed Plated Through Hole (PTH) assembly in line with production requirements * Soldering * Component placement * Read and interpret assembly instructions and blueprints * Using hand powered tools * Meet production standards * Building of sub-assemblies as part of the manufacturing process Electronic Assembler Ideal Candidate: * Have PTH assembly and component placement experience * Previous experience working from assembly instructions / blueprints * Experience working as an electronic assembler...

Assembly Technician Malmesbury £13.50 - £14.50 per hour Our client, based in Malmesbury, is currently seeking an experienced Assembly Technician to join their expanding production team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on individual with strong mechanical assembly skills and a keen eye for detail to work within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Assembly Technician Roles and Responsibilities: * Carry out mechanical assembly and fitting of a variety of components, including bearings, sprockets, gearboxes, and associated equipment * Interpret and work from engineering drawings and technical specifications * Safely operate a range of hand and power tools * Assemble products to required tolerances and within set production deadlines * Conduct quality inspections and identify any assembly or component issues * Adhere to health and safety procedures at all times within the workshop * Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support team...

Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Engineer Chippenham £43,000 – £46,000 (DOE) 6 Months contract Monday – Friday (flexible hours, early finish Friday possible) The role would suit experienced MES / Manufacturing Execution System Engineers who have genuine hands-on experience implementing or supporting an MES platform (Aegis FactoryLogix, Siemens Opcenter, or Critical Manufacturing) within an electronics manufacturing environment. It is essential that you have worked extensively with PCB/PCBA production data including Gerber, ODB++, BOM structures and ECAD-to-MES integration. Candidates with rail, aerospace or high-reliability sector experience will have a significant advantage. You will be responsible for the configuration, maintenance and continuous improvement of the site MES, ensuring seamless flow of accurate manufacturing data from design release through to the SMT and assembly lines in a safety-critical production facility. The Role: * Configure and maintain the MES...

QC Microbiology Technician - Swindon Opportunity: This is a brand new position that has been created due to expansion. My client is a global pharmaceutical manufacturing company are looking to recruit an experienced Microbiologist where you will be carrying out high volume microbiology testing on finished drug products. Duties and responsibilities include: * Conducting QC Microbiology testing on finished drug products. * Supporting the QC Scientist’s on microbiology testing. * Maintaining the microbiology laboratory. * Maintaining stock levels and preparation of logbooks. * Maintenance of lab equipment to include but not exclusively: Switching on VLF Class II cabinet Boiling water / bead baths, Media preparation (pH testing of media, autoclave waste & sterilisation of equipment). * Maintenance of weekly stock culture isolates. * Washing Micro Glassware and use of glass washer. * Conducting In-process sampling testing when required. * Collective Environmental...

We are recruiting an Assembly Operative for our reputable client on a temporary basis. Role: Assembly Operative Location: Melksham Pay Rate: £15.86 per hour Shift: Weekend night shift Hours: Paid for 38 hours while working 36 hours Key Responsibilities as an Assembly Operative: Operating machinery Loading and unloading machines Monitoring production processes to ensure quality standards are met Carrying out basic quality checks and reporting defects Requirements for the Assembly role: Good attention to detail Able to work independently and as part of a team Reliable and punctual What's Offered for the Assembly Operative role: Competitive hourly rate of £15.86 Paid for 38 hours while working 36 hours Consistent weekend schedule of 3 days per week Full training provided

My client is looking for ongoing Assembly staff, with good hand dexterity and attention to detail for immediate start. The ideal candidate would have experience but not essential as full training will be given You would be working on a three week shift pattern:- 06.00-14.00 Monday to Thursday 06.00-12.00 Friday, 14.00-22.00 Monday to Thursday, 12.00-18.00 on Friday 22.00-06.00 Monday to Thursday and 18.00-00.00 on Friday. This is an ongoing position that could lead to full time permanent work. There is a canteen serving hot/Cold food. Large Car Park The salary is £15.34 hour on a three-shift rotation pattern. There is also an opportunity to earn a bonus once trained. Weekly paid

Are you an HVAC specialist who thrives in a fast-paced, high-tech environment where precision is everything? Imagine joining a large global manufacturer that doesn't just keep the lights on but sets the gold standard for facility excellence. This isn't just a maintenance gig; it's an opportunity to be the technical heartbeat of a massive operation, ensuring critical systems; from chillers to compressed air run with flawless efficiency. If you're looking for a role that offers high-impact work, a supportive team, and a clear path to a permanent future, your next career milestone starts here. We are looking for a skilled HVAC Engineer to join a world-class facility in Witney. This is a 12-month contract, providing essential engineering services to critical plant machinery and facility systems. Salary: ££21.54 per hour, overtime 1.5x during the week and 1.75x on Saturdays. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours per week (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM). Your Core Responsibilities You will be...

We are supporting a leading Tier 1 infrastructure contractor in the appointment of a Section Engineer to support the delivery of a major UK tunnelling and wastewater infrastructure project. This role offers the opportunity to work on a complex, high-profile civil engineering programme, coordinating site engineering activities, subcontractors, health & safety, quality, and programme delivery within a fast-paced construction environment. The successful candidate will have experience working on large-scale civil engineering or infrastructure projects, with a strong understanding of construction methodologies, site coordination, and engineering best practice. This position would suit an engineer with strong technical and communication skills who is looking to contribute to a nationally significant infrastructure scheme while developing within a collaborative project team

Senior Decommissioning Manager - Major Nuclear Programme Abingdon / Culham £56-61 per hour (Inside IR35) Hybrid Working 12 Month+ Contract Are you an experienced decommissioning leader with a track record of shaping strategy on complex nuclear or highly regulated infrastructure programmes? We're supporting a major UK programme at UKAEA Culham that is entering a critical new phase of strategic planning and programme delivery - and we're looking for a Senior Decommissioning Manager to help drive it forward. This is a high-impact role sitting at the heart of a nationally significant decommissioning programme, supporting senior leadership with strategic decision-making, delivery planning, commercial strategy, and long-term hazard reduction objectives. You'll play a key role in helping shape how one of the UK's most complex decommissioning challenges is approached over the coming years. The Opportunity The programme is transitioning from concept strategy into tranche-based...

Quantity Surveyor - Decommissioning Projects Abingdon / Culham Site (Hybrid - 3 Days On Site) £50-56/hour Inside IR35 12-Month Contract We're supporting a major UK nuclear and fusion programme and are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a high-profile decommissioning portfolio delivering technically complex construction and infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the UK's clean energy and scientific innovation sector, supporting large-scale decommissioning and construction activities within a highly regulated environment. You'll play a key role in commercial delivery, cost control, procurement strategy, NEC4 contract administration, and risk management across projects valued in excess of £20m. What You'll Be Doing: * Leading QS activities across complex construction and decommissioning projects * Preparing cost estimates, benchmarking exercises, and feasibility studies * Supporting procurement strategy, tender...

Mechanical Technician * Contract (Inside IR35) * Up to £35.00 per hour (Umbrella PAYE) * Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire (Full-Time Onsite) * Duration: 12 Months Ceto Talent are representing a leading UK-based organisation at the forefront of advanced energy and engineering research. Overview We are looking for a Mechanical Technician to support a major experimental engineering programme, with a focus on shutdown activities and ongoing system maintenance. This is a hands-on role working on complex, high-spec mechanical systems within a highly regulated and safety-critical environment. Key Responsibilities * Support planned shutdown activities, including preparation and execution of mechanical works * Carry out installation, maintenance, fault finding, and repair of mechanical systems * Work across systems including vacuum, cooling, pressurised, and electromagnetic equipment * Assist with large-scale installation programmes and specialist in-vessel works * Support...

Job Title: Mechanical Technician Location: Culham, Oxfordshire - on site Contract Duration: 12 Months Daily Rate: £ 35/hr (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35  Primarily to support the Assembly Team during shutdown, including preparation for shutdown activities. Secondarily to support general mechanical tasks within the Systems Unit when required. Mechanical systems to include vacuum, cooling, pressurised and electro-magnetic. This shall include construction of new systems and maintenance of existing systems including fault finding, and repair. As a mechanical technician you would be expected to supervise mechanical fitters and other junior craft effort. The exact duties will be determined by the individual’s skills and experience. Perform maintenance, improvements and modifications by undertaking a wide range of works including large installation programmes during shutdowns and interventions to maximise the efficiency and availability of the system during operations as...

Electrical Technician – Abingdon - £30-45phr An Electrical Technician is required ASAP on a long-term contract basis (inside IR35) for a growing and interesting company in the Abingdon area. The Electrical Technician will be responsible for * Electrical installation * Commissioning * Panel wiring * Rack building and wiring * Electrical machine installation The ideal Electrical Technician will have: * Electrical qualification * LV electrical experience * Industrial biased experience – manufacturing, special purpose machinery process, energy etc. * PLC Controls and Instrumentation knowledge desirable In return the Electrical Technician will get the opportunity to join a well-established company offering very interesting work, and long term contract opportunities. If you’re an Electrical Technician with previous installation and commissioning experience, apply now to find out more

Electrical Technician * Oxfordshire * 12-Month Contract * Inside IR35 * £40.00 p/h Umbrella * Full-Time Onsite * BPSS Clearance Required We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Technician to join a highly advanced engineering and scientific facility based in Oxfordshire. This role is fully onsite with no hybrid working available and offers an excellent opportunity to work within a complex industrial environment supporting a wide range of electrical systems and plant equipment. Key Responsibilities: • Carry out electrical installation, maintenance, inspection, testing, fault finding and repair activities • Support the build and commissioning of new electrical plant and equipment • Work across control systems, distribution systems and power conversion systems • Assist with diagnostics and repairs on electrical and control equipment • Produce and maintain technical documentation and safe systems of work • Support ongoing operational and...

Mechanical Technician Location: Culham Contract Length: 12 Months Working Pattern: Full-time onsite IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: BPSS required Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Technician to support shutdown, maintenance and installation activities within a highly regulated engineering environment. The primary focus of the role will be supporting a specialist mechanical assembly team during planned shutdown periods, including preparation and execution activities. In addition, the successful candidate will provide broader mechanical support across plant systems as required. The role involves working on a variety of sophisticated mechanical systems including: * Vacuum systems * Cooling systems * Pressurised systems * Electro-magnetic systems Responsibilities will include installation, maintenance, fault finding, repair and modification of both existing and new systems. As a Mechanical Technician, you will also be expected to...

Job Title: Location: Gloucester Pay Rate: Negotiable Contract length: 12 Months Role Summary/Purpose: To gain a deep understanding of existing aerospace component manufacturing processes and equipment, quantify how they perform, and use this insight to inform the design, implementation and optimisation of new production lines and facilities. This role will analyse current operations (time, utilisation, efficiency, waste), create accurate value stream maps, and support line and facility design so that the future production system is efficient at launch and capable of scaling to volume. Key Responsibilities Understand and quantify the existing process Study the current aerospace component manufacturing processes and machines in detail to understand how work actually flows on the shop floor. Conduct time studies on all major steps and support activities (set-up, changeover, inspection, rework, material handling, etc.), maintaining an accurate and current picture of process...