166 jobs found in Tamworth

Metal Finisher Location: Kingsbury, Tamworth Pay: Up to £13.00 per hour Hours: Monday - Thursday: 07:00 - 16:00 Friday: 07:00 - 12:00The Best Connection Tamworth are currently recruiting for an experienced Metal Finisher to join our client based in the Kingsbury area. This is a great opportunity for someone with previous finishing or polishing experience within a manufacturing or fabrication environment. Job Role Finishing and polishing metal components to required standards Using tools such as grinders, sanders, and buffers Inspecting finished products to ensure quality specifications are met Key Duties Removing raised particles and shavings from parts Sanding and grinding metal components Washing and polishing finished parts Carrying out quality checks and identifying defects Working closely with the production team to meet deadlines Requirements Proven experience as a metal finisher or polisher Proficiency with metal finishing tools and techniques Strong attention to...

TIG Welder Location: Kingsbury, Tamworth Pay: £15.50 per hour Hours: Monday - Thursday: 07:00 - 16:00 Friday: 07:00 - 12:00The Best Connection Tamworth are currently recruiting for an experienced TIG Welder to join our client based in the Kingsbury area. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled welder looking for an immediate start. Job Role TIG welding on stainless steel, aluminium, and other metals Preparing and following cutting lists Finishing cut materials ready for welding Marking up materials accurately Carrying out quality control checks Key Responsibilities Set up and operate welding equipment Inspect welds for cracks, defects, and surface quality Work from and interpret technical drawings Ensure all work meets high-quality standards Requirements Proven TIG welding experience (stainless steel, aluminium, and metal) Ability to read and interpret technical drawings Strong attention to detail and quality Reliable and able to work independently or as part of a...

Sheet Metal Worker - Fabricator Tutbury, DE13 9LY Long term contract or Permanent The company specialises in producing high quality fabrication and welding for projects within the food and beverage manufacturing industry. They have an excellent opportunity for a sheet metal worker to join the mechanical engineering team working within their well-equipped and well-ventilated workshop in Tutbury. The position is best suited to someone who has extensive sheet metal work and general fabrication experience particularly working with stainless steel sheet to produce finished items. The work is extremely varied and will include the fabrication of storage tanks, vessels, troughs, duct work and a variety of bespoke one-off pieces. All the work will be produced from engineering drawings supplied by the design team, so knowledge of reading technical specifications is essential along with experience of using the full range of workshop tools. Responsibilities: Fabricate 3mm sheet metal to...

Info about the company A well-established and growing business delivering a record year in 2025 with a strong pipeline of new orders landing this year and next and involvement in high-profile flagship projects in the transportation sector! With over 50 years of heritage this is a close-knit and supportive team looking for some specific project support in a few key areas. Info about what the Controls Engineer role entails We are looking for x4 Controls Engineers to work on SCADA Systems design & integration for a variety of flagship projects including the design of remote terminal units for the 'field/front end'. With multiple positions and various projects ongoing, either SCADA design, HMI design configuring & building function blocks for the RTUs or PLC programming with Mitsubishis PLCs. Essential Requirements of the Controls Design Engineer * SCADA design experience - pulling together the I/O schedules, generating design reports, design drawings, schematics, schedules,...

NDT Tester NDT Technician Non Destructive Testing  TXM Recruit are looking for a NDT (MPI) Technician on an initial contract basis to work for an engineering company in Doncaster then move to Burton. The standard rate for this role is £26.06ph Umb/£19.20 PAYE (inside IR35) with overtime enhancements after 37 hrs.  The role is expected to be Monday to Friday days predominantly with some Afternoons (paid at a 20% uplift), 37 hours per week with occasional overtime. This will be a 9/10 month training at Doncaster with Mileage paid for travel to this depot (30p per mile) , the role will then move to a new facility being built in Barton under Needwood (Burton upon Trent, DE13 area) where there will be the opportunity to go permanent after a short while. Position Summary: To carry out Non Destructive Testing (MPI) work on Rolling Stock assets and related components Person Profile/Experience: PCN Level 1 qualified as a minimum Any background can be considered as a specific...

Senior Press Brake Programmer/Setter /Operator - Night Shift  Location: Derby DE11 Hours: Monday to Thursday Night Shift  Payrate - upto £18.50 p/h  Interviews Happening Immediately Are you a skilled press brake Programmer/setter/operator looking for your next opportunity? We're working with a well-established and growing engineering firm in Swadlincote who are looking to add to their friendly team. This role offers great rates of pay, steady Night shifts, and the opportunity to go permanent for the right person. What You'll Be Doing Working from detailed engineering drawings Programming, Setting and operating an Amada Press Brake  Will need experience in leading a team  Working independently on varied jobs and materials What We're Looking For Fully experienced Amada press brake programmer. setter, operator  Strong background in programming an Amada press brake  Experienced in leading a team  Confident in reading technical drawings 3+ years of experience working...

Job Title: Caretaker Location: Marston Green Contract Type: Temporary Rate: £18 per hour via umbrella Requirements: Full UK driving licence, Enhanced DBS About the Caretaker Role: We are looking for a reliable and proactive Caretaker to provide support across local schools. This role involves general site management, planned and reactive maintenance, porterage, security, and acting as a key link between the school and support services. Key Responsibilities of the Caretaker: • Carry out general site management including litter picking, planned and reactive building maintenance, porterage, security, and reception duties. • Log all maintenance and cleaning tasks, proactively identifying and completing minor repairs where appropriate, and requesting assistance for tasks outside your skillset. • Unlock and lock school buildings, ensuring security at all times, including security patrols and checking doors and gates are locked. • Ensure all equipment used is in good repair and operated...

We are currently looking for a Semi-Skilled Fabricator to work for of our clients on a temp to perm basis The company is a well-respected world leader in the manufacturer of specialist electrical equipment for a variety of applications worldwide. Based in their workshop near Burton on Trent this Semi-Skilled Fabricators role will involve working on the repair and manufacture of copper bus bars for a range of uses. The main duties will include * Measuring materials according to requirements * Marking out * Cutting materials to size using specialist machinery and hand tools such as snips * Drilling using both hand and pillar drills The successful applicants for this semi skiled fabricators role will have some experience in basic metal fabrication and be able to read and understand engineering drawings and work instructions. The ability to use basic hand tools and equipment such as metal saws, pillar drills and band saws is essential Excellent prospects for long term work for...

We are currently looking for experienced Mechanical Fitters to work for one of our clients in Burton on Trent on a temp to perm basis The client is a market-leading manufacturer of specialist equipment to a range of industry sectors including heavy engineering and aerospace. Due to the specialist nature of the products the work is both interesting and varied and will involve the build and assembly of a wide range of components on large special purpose machinery along with some maintenance work. Working from drawings from base materials through to finished product the main duties of this mechanical fitters role will include the following:- * Assembly of smaller components * Building of sub-assemblies and main product * Preparation of finished product for dispatch * Attending various sites to carry out both installation and maintenance duties The ideal candidates must be experienced Mechanical Fitters, preferable having served a recognised apprenticeship and possess relevant...

We are currently looking for a experienced Mechanical Design Engineers to work for one of our clients in Burton on Trent. The client is a market-leading manufacturer of specialist equipment to a range of industry sectors including heavy engineering and aerospace. Due to the specialist nature of the products theis Mechanical Design Engineers role is both interesting and varied and will include working on the design and creation of large scale fabrications and structures together with associated pipework and equipment. Based in their offices in Burton on Trent, but with a requirement to travel to customers both in the UK and overseas as required, it will include the generation of engineering diagrams, for use on their equipment and will involve working on specific projects from conception to completion. The main duties will include: * 2D and 3D engineering design proposal drawings * General Arrangement drawings * Fabrication details drawings * Pipework layouts and...

Mechanical Design Engineer Initial 6 month contract Outside IR35 Growing Manufacturing Business Birmingham ASAP Start   Our client are a precision manufacturing business, based in Birmingham, specialising in machining and assembly of high value low volume components. Working within the Engineering Team, the Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for maintaining and developing the existing company product range and creating solutions to customer problems from within the naval marine sector. The Mechanical Engineer, in conjunction with the Design Manager, and the Engineering Standards Manager will be responsible for facilitating the flow of reliable, accurate and readily available data, to both internal and external customers.   Mechanical Engineer  Job Description Interpret customer specifications and create solutions that fully satisfy requirements. Use appropriate valve technologies for a wide range of applications. Use correct standards, design codes and pressure vessel...

Automotive CNC Machine Operator – Nights Pay Rate: From £16.87 per hour Shifts: Night Shift: 21:00 – 06:00 Monday to ThursdayContract: Temp-to-perm opportunity We are currently recruiting for an experienced Automotive CNC Machine Operator to join a leading automotive manufacturer based in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist seeking long-term, stable night work with competitive pay and regular overtime. Working within a fast-paced production environment, you will be responsible for operating CNC machinery and supporting equipment used in the manufacture of high-quality automotive components for major vehicle brands. Key Responsibilities Set, operate and monitor CNC machinery including laser welders and associated production equipment Carry out machining processes to tight tolerances in line with engineering drawings and specifications Use precision measuring equipment such as micrometres, verniers, gauges and callipers to ensure product...

NRL are currently recruiting experienced Pipe Welders for a 5‑week contract on a site based in Teesside. Role Details Rate: NAECI Grade 5 + welding proficiency Location: Teesside Duration: 5 weeks Work Pattern: 13 on 1 off, 10 hour shifts days/nights  Start: Upcoming start Status: Lodge  Requirements: CCNSG and experience aswell as a weld test (Tipton) Proven experience in TIG and MMA welding on pipework Experience with stainless steel and 2Cr chrome and inconel experience  High‑spec / quality welding (X‑ray experience beneficial) Microbore TIG experience an advantage, not essential The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.   We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly...

Seeking a Interim Quantity Surveyor (QS) on a ongoing project, this is highly skilled role in the business. As the Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all financial and contractual aspects of projects from initial concept through to completion. Playing a key part in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and compliance standards. Daily Rate: depending on working experience in the role Key Responsibilities: Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and quantity take-offs for materials, labour, and equipment Manage contracts, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors Monitor project costs, cash flow, and financial performance, identifying risks and opportunities Conduct site visits to assess progress, verify completed work, and prepare valuations and claims Identify and manage financial and construction risks, recommending mitigation strategies Liaise with clients, contractors,...

Expleo are recruiting for a Validation Engineer to support our global automotive client, based in Bedfordshire, in their vision to deliver the most distinct and innovative range of road vehicles, all equipped with state-of-the-art technology, for a contract opportunity. If you have a background in Connected Car Test / Validation or Connected Car Development this could be the role for you! Responsibilities of the Validation Engineer include: * Perform end to end vehicle validation for connected car services * Ensure the test resources are available to complete validation tasks * Raise incident tickets in the incident management system and track them through to closure * Follow testing methods & procedures, to ensure robust validation of the complete telematics systems * Confirm vehicle level quality, function & reliability standards are maintained * Conduct root cause investigation Background and experience required for the Validation Engineer role include : * Practical...

Job Title: Bench Fitter / Mechanical Fitter Location: Burton upon Trent Shift: Days only Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Thursday: 7:00am - 4:00pm Friday: 7:00am - 1:00pm Salary: DOE Duration: Contract role, minimum 6 months + may go permanent. Start Date: Immediate Client Overview Our client is a leading manufacturer and front-line supplier of powertrain products across the UK and Ireland. Their areas of expertise include engine overhaul, final drive overhaul, and locomotive refurbishment within the rail sector. Role Overview We are recruiting a Hydraulics Fitter to support ongoing rail projects at the Burton upon Trent site. This is a bench-based role working as part of a team, stripping and rebuilding mechanical and hydraulic systems on locomotive rafts and transmissions. Key Responsibilities * Strip down engines, transmissions, and mechanical components for overhaul * Build and rebuild transmissions and raft assemblies within the rail industry * Fit refurbished...

Panel Wirer Salary: £17.00ph PAYE Contract: 6-months contract Location: Burton Upon Trent Hours: 40 hours per week The Role Are you an experienced Panel Wirer or Harness Builder with a background in automotive or rail systems? This is an excellent opportunity for a Panel Wirer to join a well‑established production environment within a globally recognised engineering organisation, supporting the manufacture and repair of high‑quality electrical harnesses and assemblies. This role is ideal for a practical, safety‑focused Panel Wirer who takes pride in producing work to drawing and instruction, thrives in a fast‑paced production setting, and values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Manufacture conduit and concentric layered electrical harnesses to current drawings and instructions Inspect, test, and repair electrical harnesses, control cabinets, power packs, and transmission systems Diagnose and identify unfair wear and tear, escalating repair...

Engine Builder  £17 per hour Paye Monday - Thursday 7am - 4pm. Friday 7am - 1pm Overtime available 6 month Contract The Role We are currently recruiting Engine Builders to support rail industry operations based in Burton-on-Trent. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a high-quality engineering environment, carrying out the rebuild and assembly of rail engine components, while maintaining strict safety and quality standards. This is a hands on role and involves the reassembly and rebuilding of diesel engines, supporting the production of Cummins and MTU diesel engines to rail industry standards. Key Responsibilities As an Engine Builder, your duties will include: Stripping and rebuilding mechanical engines in line with work instructions Working accurately to OEM manuals and technical documentation Reading and interpreting assembly specifications to plan and complete build activities Verifying part conformity against stock lists using measuring equipment such as...

We are looking for an experienced Manual Machinist on a temp to perm basis in the Burton on Trent area. Salary: up to £16ph Hours: Monday to Thursday 6am - 3pm or 7am - 4pm | Friday 6am - 11am or 7am - 12 noon Overtime available. Your responsibilities include: · Set up and run machines to meet customer specifications · Read and interpret engineering drawings and ensure parts are manufactured in line with quality requirements · Use manual measuring equipment such as verniers, calipers, micrometres, etc, to ensure parts meet customer requirements About you: · Ideally experienced using Centre Lathes - Colchester, TRENS, Harrison | Capstan Lathes - Herbert and Vertical / Horizontal Borers - Webster Bennett / Union BFT · Proven machining experience · Ability to read engineering drawings · Able to measure and inspect your own work · General engineering experience is welcome but not essential · Confidence in performing self-inspection of parts using manual measuring...

Job Title: Engine Stripper / Strip Operatives. Day shift: Monday to Friday: 7:00am- 4pm and 7am to 1pm on Friday. Temp to perm Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Barton Under Needwood Job Overview We are currently seeking an Engine Stripper to join our Engine Strip & Transmission team at our Barton Under Needwood site. The role involves dismantling and reassembling engines in line with manufacturer standards and warranty requirements. The ideal candidate will have mechanical experience and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities * Dismantle mechanical components of engines in accordance with instructions * Collect new parts and distribute them to the correct engines or machinery * Jet wash engines after final checks prior to dispatch * Carry out any other reasonable duties as instructed by the manager in support of company objectives * Work in accordance with all 5S activities * Report any near misses * Ensure waste is disposed of...