17 jobs found in Tain

Role: Commissioning Engineer Location: Fife, Scotland Work Mode: On Site Start Date: Beginning of October 2026 Contract Length: 8 months, with strong potential to extend I’m currently hiring an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support an upcoming high-voltage substation upgrade project in Scotland. This role will be responsible for planning, coordinating and executing commissioning activities ahead of energisation, ensuring that HV equipment, protection systems, control circuits and SCADA interfaces are tested safely and in line with client, utility and project requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Manager, client representatives, protection and control engineers, equipment vendors, SAPs and site personnel throughout the testing, outage and energisation stages. Key responsibilities: • Testing HV substation equipment and associated systems • Carrying out tests on circuit breakers, CTs, VTs and transformers • Performing primary and...

Role: Clerk of Works Rate: £50- £60 p/hour (Dependent on experience) Contract: 1 year Working Arrangements: 5 days per week on site   Overview: We are seeking an experienced Clerk of Works to oversee and manage contract monitoring for street scape and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will ensure that works are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while maintaining compliance with design specifications and contractual obligations.   Key Responsibilities:   ·Act as the on-site representative, ensuring contractors meet contractual requirements and quality standards. ·Monitor project progress, including works carried out by third parties, and initiate remedial actions when necessary. ·Assist with contract administration and maintain accurate records of works, claims, and expenditure. ·Manage quality assurance processes and provide technical guidance to project teams. ·Liaise with stakeholders, including public...

Job Title:  Rolling Stock Technician Ref: CC(phone number removed) Location: Scotland (Various Options) Salary: Circa £35-40/hour (Umbrella) Shift: Days/Nights Options; Continental Shift Pattern; 35-40 hour week Role Type: Rolling Contract (Issued in 3 month blocks) Are you looking to join a team that is striving for more? This is a great opportunity to join a specialist team working to service rolling stock across Scotland. You will be part of a specially trained team that will tackle maintenance and address any faults that have occurred in service. This team and role is all about achieving a more efficient railway - with a focus on the customer you will help their fleets in service deliver safe, reliable services across Scotland & the UK.  This is an exciting time to join a rail company that is pushing to improve customer experience through dedicated and detailed train maintenance activities, focusing on key elements of maintainability and improving day to day service...

We are currently recruiting experienced Data Cabling Engineers on behalf of our client for a range of long-term contract projects across Glasgow, Edinburgh, Ayrshire, and the surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and established team delivering a variety of commercial and industrial installation projects. The Role: Installation, termination, and testing of structured cabling systems (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A and fibre optic). Installation of containment, including tray, basket, trunking and conduit. Fault finding, testing and certification of data cabling installations. Working on commercial, industrial and public sector projects. Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard while adhering to health and safety regulations.We're Looking For: Proven experience as a Data Cabling Engineer. Experience installing and terminating copper and fibre cabling. Ability to read and work from drawings and site plans. ECS/CSCS card preferred (or equivalent). IPAF...

Role: Substation Layout Designer Location: Scotland Work Mode: Hybrid Start Date: Beginning of October 2026 Contract Length: 6 months, with strong potential to extend Extra Info: Accommodation and travel to site costs will be covered if required The successful candidate will have experience working on major high-voltage substation upgrade projects. They will be responsible for the physical design of the substation, including the positioning of primary equipment, electrical clearances, cable routes and interfaces with the wider engineering disciplines. Key responsibilities will include: * Producing and updating general arrangement drawings * Developing AIS or GIS substation layouts * Positioning transformers, circuit breakers, disconnectors, busbars and other primary equipment * Checking electrical clearances and equipment spacing * Designing cable routes, trenches, access roads and equipment area * Coordinating interfaces with civil, structural and secondary design...

Role: Project Manager – HV Substation Upgrade Location: Scotland Work Mode: On Site Start Date: Beginning of October 2026 Contract Length: 6 months, with strong potential to extend Extra Info: Rate (do not disclose): I’m currently looking for experienced Project Managers for an upcoming high-voltage substation upgrade project in Scotland. This is a key delivery role with overall responsibility for ensuring the project package is completed safely, on time, within budget and in line with client and contractual requirements. The successful candidate will coordinate closely with the client, engineering teams, designers, vendors and subcontractors throughout the full project lifecycle. Key responsibilities will include: * Managing programme, budget, resources and project milestones * Coordinating design, procurement, construction and commissioning activities * Managing project risks, changes and technical queries * Supporting outage planning, energisation and key...

Candidate Profile A requirement for a well-rounded civil engineering professional with broad experience across multiple disciplines rather than someone who specialises in a single area. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in: Earthworks Reinforced concrete structures Associated assets Roadworks/highways construction The project includes: Construction of 10 km of new dual carriageway 4.5 km of side roads Approximately 1 million m³ of earthworks Four major structures incorporating around 12,000 m³ of concrete Ongoing assets and roadworks as the project progresses The earthworks phase is now largely complete, with the project moving into the structures, associated assets, and road construction stages. They should be comfortable working across different aspects of a large infrastructure project and adapting as the project progresses through its various construction phases. Location: Inverness Due to the project's remote location, the ideal candidates will either be...

Start Your Career as a Trainee Field Service Engineer with Hotpoint Are you ready to launch a hands-on career with one of the UK's most trusted appliance brands? Hotpoint is offering an exciting opportunity to train and qualify as a Trainee Field Service Engineer. No experience? No problem - we'll give you all the training you need to succeed! If you enjoy fixing things, love working with your hands, and want a job where every day is different, this could be the perfect fit for you. About the Role As a Trainee Field Service Engineer, you'll be out on the road, visiting customer's homes to diagnose and repair household appliances. You'll be the friendly face of Hotpoint, helping people get their appliances back up and running. What you'll be doing: Driving your own Hotpoint van to customer appointments Diagnosing and repairing appliances like tumble dryers, electrical cookers, washing machines Providing top-notch customer service Managing your tools and spare parts stock...

Site Engineer Location: Tomatin (near Inverness / Aviemore), Scotland Rate: £240.00 / day (Inside IR35) (Subject to review/uplift for the right candidate) Contract Type: Freelance / Contract Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week About the Role We are seeking a versatile, experienced Site Engineer to join the delivery team on the major A9 Tomatin to Moy dual carriageway upgrade. Reporting directly to the Section Engineer, you will play a key role in executing engineering control, quality control, field health & safety, and daily operations across heavy civil works. You will work alongside key project stakeholders, including Transport Scotland and Mott MacDonald, on a site delivering 10 km of new dual carriageway, side roads, major concrete structures, and extensive drainage infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Engineering Control & Surveying: Execute precise setting out from primary control provided on-site using standard survey equipment (level &...

PWHytek Ltd are currently recruiting for a Senior / Principal Project Engineer to support a major programme of work at the Dounreay site. This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term nuclear project, supporting the delivery of key engineering and decommissioning activities at one of the UK's most significant nuclear facilities. We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer with a strong understanding of NRS Dounreay processes and procedures who can provide technical and project delivery expertise within a highly regulated environment. The Role Working as part of an established project team, you will be responsible for coordinating and delivering engineering projects from conception through to completion, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time and in accordance with NRS Dounreay governance and project requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering disciplines, project managers, stakeholders and site personnel to support the successful...

HMH in Kintore have an exciting opportunity for a Customs Compliance & Logistics Coordinator for 6 month contract. Purpose Responsible for timely and safe transportation of both HMH and customer owned equipment. Responsible for the organisation, control and safe management of incoming and outgoing HMH and customer owned goods domestically and internationally. Accountabilities Ensure all import and export activities are carried out in compliance with UK customs legislation and company procedures. Coordinate the efficient movement of goods to meet operational and customer requirements. Maintain effective relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers and internal stakeholders to support the smooth movement of goods. Ensure customs and shipping records are accurate, complete and audit ready. Identify customs and logistics risks, escalating issues and supporting continuous improvement. Provide operational support to warehouse, project, and planning teams as...

Lab Technician / Materials Tester (Construction) £12.76ph - £14ph DOE + Overtime + Training 6 Month Initial Contract 40 Hours Per Week (OT Available) Aberdeen Are you looking for a hands-on role within construction materials testing, with full training provided and regular overtime available to boost your earnings? This is a great opportunity to join a growing construction materials testing team on an initial 6 month contract, working across both laboratory and field-based testing. The role will involve testing construction materials such as asphalt, aggregates and other site materials, ensuring work is carried out to the required standards. You will be working both on-site and in the lab, with full training provided, so this could suit someone with some construction, site, lab, testing or practical hands-on experience who is looking to develop further. There is regular overtime available, paid at 1.5x for additional weekday hours and 2x at weekends, offering a good...

Yard Operative / 16 Tonne Forklift Driver Aberdeen - Commutable from: Cove Bay, Portlethen, Newtonhill, Stonehaven and the surrounding areas £19.20ph - £23.90ph (Umbrella / Inside IR35) Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm 3-month initial contract Excellent opportunity for an experienced Yard Operative or Forklift Driver with a valid licence covering forklifts up to 16 tonnes who is looking for a contract role. Are you experienced in loading, unloading and handling materials within a yard, warehouse or industrial environment? Are you looking for a days-based role with consistent Monday to Friday hours? In this role, you will support the movement, receipt and dispatch of materials across a busy industrial site. You will be responsible for loading and unloading trucks, recording incoming and outgoing materials, completing documentation and ensuring the yard is kept clean and safe. The Role: * Loading and unloading trucks and inspection lines * Receiving incoming materials and...

Immediately Available 3/4 Month Senior HSE Advisor/Manager Contract** Granite Recruitment is partnering with a fantastic Aberdeenshire based Engineering firm who are highly-respected and have a fantastic reputation in the market. This is a great 3-4 month contract to parachute into the business and assist them during a very busy spell. This role suits a HSE professional who is comfortable being on the shop floor and being in the workshop day-to-day. We require you to have experience of managing ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification audits, any experience of working within manufacturing, engineering, fabrication, construction or other industrial environments is highly advantageous. You will be responsible for: * Promote a positive safety culture through coaching, engagement and visible leadership. * Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety, environmental and quality legislation and industry standards. * Manage and maintain ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and...

Logical Personnel Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a leading valve overhaul engineering company. Due to winning a number of high profile work, we have numerous vacancies for work across the Power Station and Petrochem network for the 2026 outage season. We require Valve Technicians in various locations around the UK. Essentially you will need: * Recognised industry qualifications * Valve overhaul capability * Pressure Testing experience * Ability to write reports * OEM training certs advantageous * Comfortable working on site * Valid CCNSG or CSCS card The work will undertaking the removal, inspection, overhaul & re-instatement of a variety of in-situ valves to spec. Please get in touch if you have experience in overhauling any of the following: * Safety Valves * Relief Valves * Isolation Valves * Control Valves Details: * Working 10hr days * LTD or CIS * Daily food allowance of working away * Accommodation reimbursed f working away *...

Position: Pipe Fitter Location: Peterhead, Aberdeenshire Start Date: Immediate Duration: 4 months Hours: 37-60hrs/week PAYE Rate: Basic £23.78/hr + Holiday Pay Lodge Allowance: £80.00/night The Role: Integrate Engineering Resources is currently recruiting for Pipe Fitters for 4 month duration on a gas terminal site near near Peterhead. Core hours will be 37hrs/week, increasing to 60hrs/week during the shutdown throughout August. Duties will include working from drawing, fittings and testing carbon and stainless pipework and valves as part of the installation of mercury removal units. Requirements: CCNSG card TMJI10 bolting certificates Piping Apprenticeship / NVQ 3 About Us: Integrate Engineering Resources Ltd provides a dedicated recruitment service to the Engineering Construction & Maintenance sectors. Our specialist recruitment activities range across all areas and include the appointment of all levels of professional into the Water Treatment, Heavy Industrial, Combined...

Example Recruitment Group is working in partnership with a National Heating contractor specialising within the Local Authority sector and they have an amazing opportunity for a Domestic Gas Service Engineer to regularly earn in excess of £1,200 up to £1,600 per week. You will be given as many services as you can do per day and all the appointments are pre-booked with a very high access rate. They are currently recruiting for a Domestic Gas Service Engineer to join their team in Aberdeen. The Role: * Servicing within domestic housing association properties * All appointments pre-booked * Very high access rate * Up to 50-70 services per week on a regular basis * Contract without an end date * 26/9 regulations checks of gas boilers and appliances * Working in Aberdeen and surrounding areas Requirements: * Experience in servicing gas boilers and appliances * ACS qualifications required: CCN1, CKR1, HTR1 and CENWAT or CEN1 and WAT1 * Gas Safe registration in your own...