13 construction jobs found in Taunton

Fire Safety / DSEAR Specialist (Contract) Somerset (On-site, 5 days per week) Contract until December 2026 Up to £520 per day, DOE About the Role We are recruiting for an experienced DSEAR Specialist to join a major, high-profile infrastructure project in the UK. This is a key role supporting the safe management of dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres across a large and complex construction site. You will act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME), ensuring compliance with DSEAR 2002 and helping drive a strong safety culture across multiple contractors and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities * Provide expert advice on DSEAR compliance to project teams and contractors * Conduct, review, and approve DSEAR risk assessments * Identify fire and explosion risks and implement effective control measures * Support development and implementation of DSEAR policies and procedures * Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practice * Review...

Fire Safety Advisor Location: Bridgwater, Somerset Reports To: Fire Safety Lead / Health & Safety Manager Working Pattern: Full‑time, site‑based Role Overview The Fire Safety Advisor will play a critical role in supporting the safe construction of a Nuclear Power Station in Somerset. The role ensures that all fire safety standards, protocols, and legal requirements are met across the site, working closely with contractors, safety teams, and operational personnel. The Fire Safety Advisor will provide technical guidance, conduct inspections, support investigations, and help embed a strong fire‑safety culture throughout the project. Key Responsibilities Conduct fire risk assessments and ensure compliance with relevant fire safety legislation and site standards. Identify fire hazards, recommend controls, and maintain all fire‑safety documentation. Carry out scheduled and reactive fire‑safety inspections across site areas and temporary structures. Monitor hot‑work operations...

A great opportunity for an experienced Sub Agent to work on a major, high-profile project in Somerset. With over 12 months of work, this role is a good opportunity for a long-term freelance position. The successful candidate will have several years of experience in the civil engineering industry, capable of self-delivery, and substantial experience in earthworks and piling. As Sub Agent you will: * Be responsible for delivering schemes inception to handover. * Contribute to the day-to-day operations on site, including labour/plant/materials allocation, temporary works, health and safety. * Ensure that projects are completed within budget, within programme deadlines and to our clients’ technical specifications. * Liaise regularly with Site Agents, providing programme and progress reports. Our client requires a Sub Agent with: * ONC/HNC/Degree or in Civil Engineering or equivalent. * A good understanding of construction health and safety protocols. * SMSTS,...

TIG Welder Chard TA20 Monday to Friday £15.00 - £28.00 Per Hour Full Time Hours Weekly Paid Immediate Start Job Overview We are seeking a skilled Tig Welder to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of welding techniques and be proficient in working with various materials, particularly stainless steel. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to fabricate and assemble components according to precise specifications. Responsibilities * Perform TIG welding on stainless steel and other materials, ensuring high-quality welds that meet industry standards. * Use hand tools and power tools effectively to prepare materials for welding and assembly. * Assemble components and structures as per engineering drawings and specifications. * Conduct inspections of completed welds to ensure structural integrity and compliance with safety regulations. * Maintain a clean and organised work area, adhering to health and safety...

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Contract Site Manager to join our customer on a long-term project based in Somerset. As our client is considered exempt for IR35 purposes, the successful candidate will be responsible for assessing IR35 status, should you wish to operate via your own PSC. Our Somerset based customer is a well-respected provider of warehouse automation, logistics integration, and structural installation solutions, delivering complex projects across distribution, manufacturing, and live operational environments. Due to a key project requirement, they are looking for a skilled contractor to support the safe and compliant delivery of a major on-site installation programme. As a Contract Site Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing site operations, supervising subcontractors, coordinating multiple work packages, and ensuring that all installation and construction activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme and...

What we need: Carrington West is looking for a reliable Site Agent with highways experience to work with our client, a major contractor on large highways scheme in Western Super-Mare.    Working for a major contractor to National Highways covering a major highways scheme, you will be expected manage established site and contact systems to control the flow of engineering information between the company and client.   Responsible for the performance of Supervisors and Engineers under your control, you will continually appraise and develop their skills, whilst generating and reviewing H&S paperwork and identifying engineering discrepancies within the works information to resolve these issues to ensure works are constructed with the full agreement of the designer. You will also hold an Appointed Person ticket.   Responsibilities will include but not be limited to: ·Plan and oversee all aspects of a project from cradle to grave. ·Defining a project's scope and goals....

Senior / Principal Electronics Engineer (Contract) Power Electronics | Aerospace | Technical Leadership | Cardiff If you’re the person others turn to for power electronics expertise — this is where you take full ownership. This Senior / Principal Electronics Engineer role is about leading the design and development of aerospace power conversion systems that must perform in demanding, safety-critical environments. You’ll be trusted as the technical authority — shaping architecture, making key design decisions, and ensuring systems meet both performance and regulatory expectations. If you enjoy solving complex power challenges and want to influence how systems are designed from the ground up, this role gives you that scope. What You’ll Be Responsible For as a Senior / Principal Electronics Engineer You’ll take ownership of AC/DC and DC/DC converter design across the full development lifecycle. Your work will include: * Leading detailed design and development of aerospace power...

Are you an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer with nuclear experience wanting to work on a large scale project? Do you enjoy delivering high?quality mechanical design solutions? Are you confident managing complex engineering packages from concept through to commissioning? The Opportunity A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support NW nuclear projects UK. You’ll play a key role in ensuring mechanical deliverables meet the highest standards while guiding and developing junior engineers. This is a chance to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking team driving the transition to a low-carbon future. This role would suit candidates working in these roles Mechanical Design Engineer, Project Mechanical Engineer, Lead Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Package Engineer, Mechanical Systems Engineer, Senior Design Engineer or Mechanical Consultant Your duties and responsibilities will be Overseeing mechanical engineering output to...

Project Engineer – Electrical (33kV PC & Substation Projects) Experience Required: 33kV Sector: Energy / Utilities / Power Infrastructure We are looking for a highly capable Electrical Project Engineer to support 33kV power‑conversion and substation works in Bristol. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical engineering expertise, experience working on high‑voltage distribution systems, and the ability to coordinate multiple contractors to ensure compliance with GAT1 specifications, DNO requirements, and relevant industry standards. This role centres on technical assurance, design validation, construction oversight, and managing interfaces between civil, electrical, protection, and control disciplines. Key Responsibilities Technical & Design Review Review, comment on, and approve contractor drawings, schematics, SLDs, cable calculations, protection studies, and associated technical documents. * Verify compliance with: * GAT1 specifications * DNO...

MPI are looking for Aircraft Structural Fitters with Composite experience to work on site at Western Approach, Bristol. Contract is for approx. 6 months – and is ongoing/rolling contract Rate of pay - Paye: - INSCOPE OF IR35 £23.59 per hour on shift Weekday overtime - £27.65 Weekend overtime - £36.86 ** Likely be up to a couple of weeks on Core Day Shift Training paid at £18.43/per hour ** Shift Pattern: Currently working 12/7 shift on days, 11.5 hour days average 40.25 hrs per week (known as 7 Day Fort Days) all days start from 6.00am to 6.00pm Week 1 – Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat and Sun. Week 2 Wed, Thursday. Duties: As a Skilled Aircraft Fitter with Composite experience, you will be involved in working on a range of aircraft main wing assemblies and sub-assemblies from detail parts, whilst embracing appropriate assembly techniques, tools and fixtures, in accordance with the appropriate technical data and competencies .Assemble composite and metallic aircraft components in line with...

We're looking for a Process Commissioning Engineer to join a specialist team delivering wastewater infrastructure projects. You'll be involved from design through to commissioning and handover, ensuring new treatment assets are tested, validated and successfully brought into operation. This is a hands-on, site-based role working closely with operations, construction and automation teams. Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver commissioning plans for new wastewater assets Support FAT and SAT testing with automation engineers Test and validate new process equipment Analyse process and wastewater data to confirm performance Work with operations teams to safely integrate new assets into live sites Provide training and handover documentationRequirements: 5+ years' experience in wastewater operations, process or commissioning. Strong knowledge of UK wastewater processes and environmental regulations Experience commissioning wastewater infrastructure or treatment assets Familiarity...

Job Title: Sub Agent – Roads and Networks,  Location: Hinckley Point C, Somerset About Carmichael Recruitment: Carmichael Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency supporting the construction and infrastructure sectors. We are known for delivering top-tier professionals for high-profile projects and are proud to play a key role in shaping the future of the UK’s infrastructure. Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled Sub Agent with experience in roads, networks, highways, and drainage for an exciting role at Hinckley Point C, one of the UK’s most significant and complex nuclear projects. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers with a background in civil infrastructure to work on a cutting-edge, large-scale development. As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations on site, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with engineering standards for highways, drainage, and other key infrastructure works. You will work...

Are you ready to leave your mark on a historic transformation? A large steel producer is seeking an ambitious and established Quantity Surveyor to join a new project. This isn't just another construction job; it is a monumental effort to modernise and revitalise the UK steel making sector. If you are a commercial powerhouse with a passion for heavy industry and a drive for excellence, we want you at the heart of this legacy project in South Wales. Location: Port Talbot (4 days site-based, 1 day remote) Salary/Rate: £25.00 - £31.60 per hour Inside IR35 (Up to £60,000) Duration: Fixed term until March 2028 Schedule: Mon-Fri, 08:30-16:45 Mon-Thu and 08:30-15:45 Fri Key Responsibilities You will lead the commercial and contractual management of large-scale construction and civil engineering works. Your day-to-day will involve: Budgeting: Preparing and reporting on project budgets, forecasts, and cost plans. Contract Management: Negotiating variations and change orders under...