65 jobs found in Weston-super-Mare

Role: Civil Technical Engineering Manager - Ancillary Works Location: London or Bristol - With travel to SZC site Duration: Ongoing Contract Pay: TBC - Inside IR35 (PAYE / Umbrella) Shape One of the UK's Most Important Infrastructure Projects Few engineering roles offer the chance to leave a legacy that genuinely matters. Sizewell C is the UK's next major nuclear power station - a nationally significant project that will deliver low-carbon electricity to around six million homes for at least 60 years, playing a critical role in the UK's journey to Net Zero. Following the successful delivery of Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C has now entered construction and is progressing through one of the most complex and technically demanding phases of delivery. We are looking for an experienced Civil Technical Engineering Manager (Ancillary Works) to take technical leadership of critical civil infrastructure that underpins the wider nuclear programme. This is a senior, influential role...

General Foreman – Highways We’re working with a leading civil engineering specialist delivering a 12-month highways scheme and are seeking an experienced General Foreman to join the team on an immediate start. This is a hands-on, supervisory role for someone who can lead from the front, push the site forward, and ensure the workforce is performing efficiently and safely. You will play a key role in driving the programme, managing labour and plant, and maintaining high standards across the scheme. Key responsibilities: * Supervise and drive the workforce to achieve programme targets * Monitor and manage site labour, plant, and subcontractors * Ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to quality standards * Maintain site productivity and momentum across all areas of the scheme * Report progress to management and liaise with stakeholders as required Essential requirements: * Proven experience working on highways...

Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter Location: Clevedon, Somerset Pay Rate: £13.85 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday (Days) Contract: Ongoing long-term contract We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a highly successful and well-established manufacturer supplying specialist equipment to the semiconductor and electronics industries. Due to continued growth and investment, our client is seeking a Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Production Operative to join their expanding manufacturing team in Clevedon. This role is ideal for candidates with previous experience in mechanical assembly from any manufacturing or production environment. You will be involved in the build of mechanical sub-assemblies for specialist electromechanical safety equipment, working from engineering drawings and detailed build instructions. Full training, support, and mentoring will be provided. This is a quality- and KPI-driven role, operating to strict safety and manufacturing standards within a...

Semi-Skilled Electrical Fitter Location: Clevedon, Somerset Pay Rate: £13.85 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday (Days) Contract: Ongoing long-term contract We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a highly successful and well-established manufacturer supplying specialist equipment to the semiconductor and electronics industries. Due to continued growth and investment, our client is seeking a Semi-Skilled Electrical Fitter / Electrical Production Operative to join their expanding manufacturing team in Clevedon. This role is ideal for candidates with previous experience in electrical assembly from any manufacturing or production environment. You will be involved in the build of electrical sub-assemblies for specialist electromechanical safety equipment, working from engineering drawings and detailed electrical schematics. Full training, support, and mentoring will be provided. This is a quality- and KPI-driven role, operating to strict safety and manufacturing standards within a...

Location: South Wales Rate: £420–£480 per day (CIS) Contract: Ongoing freelance – immediate start available The Opportunity A leading regional civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver a portfolio of Capital Works projects in South Wales. The business is appointed to a stable, recurring 5-year AMP framework and is at the start of the AMP8 cycle, offering a rare opportunity to secure a long-term contract on technically interesting and high-value infrastructure schemes. Due to workload across multiple programmes, multiple Project Manager roles are available, providing excellent continuity of work within a growing contractor environment. This is a freelance position with an immediate start, with the option to transition into a permanent role after 3–6 months if desired. Project Scope You will manage a diverse portfolio of major water and infrastructure capital works, including: * Sewage treatment works upgrades and refurbishments *...

Rate: £280–£345 per day (CIS) Contract: Ongoing freelance – flexible start available The Opportunity A leading regional civil engineering contractor is seeking experienced Civil Engineers / Site Engineers to support a major Capital Works programme in South Wales. The business is appointed to a stable, recurring 5-year AMP framework and is at the start of the AMP8 cycle, offering a rare opportunity to secure a long-term contract on technically interesting and high-value infrastructure projects. Due to workload across multiple schemes, multiple roles are available, providing excellent continuity of work within a growing contractor environment. This is a freelance position with an immediate start, with the option to transition into a permanent role after 3–6 months if desired. Project Scope You will be involved in a diverse portfolio of major water and infrastructure capital works, including: * Sewage treatment works upgrades and refurbishments * Large-scale reinforced...

Solar Electrician Cardiff £350 Per Job + 2 Jobs Per Day + Contract Role + Local Work + IMMEDIATE START + Flexible Schedule A great opportunity for Solar Electricians or subcontractors looking to pick up consistent, well-paid work installing battery storage systems on existing domestic solar PV setups. With up to two jobs per day, this role is perfect for engineers wanting to top up their diary with extra days while still earning excellent rates. Batteries are delivered directly to site, and the contractor will supply basic materials such as cable and isolators, fully reflected in the day rate. Enjoy local work, immediate starts and a straightforward contract setup with ongoing demand. APM is supporting a rapidly expanding renewables partner with a strong pipeline across South Wales and surrounding areas. With simple job scopes, guaranteed daily opportunities and the backing of a well-organised team, this is an ideal role for experienced Solar Electricians wanting stability...

Questech Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to work on a contract basis at a busy food manufacturing facility in Bristol. The Hours Monday - Friday 3 Shift (6-2/ 2-10 /10-6) Regular Overtime Is avaialble The Pay £34 per hour The Role You will be responsible for maintaining and improving electrical systems and equipment to ensure maximum uptime and compliance within a fast-paced food production environment. Key Responsibilities * Electrical fault finding, diagnostics, and breakdown repair on production machinery * Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance * Working on conveyors, packaging lines, motors, drives, sensors, and PLC-controlled equipment * Ensuring all work complies with health & safety and food industry standards * Supporting continuous improvement and minimising downtime Requirements * Time-served Electrical Engineer or equivalent qualification...

Production Operative – Manufacturing Location: Bridgwater, Somerset Contract Type: Full-time | Temp-to-Perm Shifts: 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights) Hours: 06:45–18:45 & 18:45–06:45 Pay: £13.39 per hour, rising to £15.91 after 12 weeks Join a Leading Manufacturing Team Become part of a well‑established and supportive organisation that values teamwork, reliability and long-term development. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking stable employment with genuine progression. Full training is provided. What’s in It for You Competitive pay: £13.39 per hour, increasing to £15.91 after 12 weeks Overtime paid at 1.5x Paid breaks Pension scheme Free on-site parking Clear route to a permanent role Key Responsibilities Operating production machinery safely and efficiently Completing visual checks and reporting any faults Conducting quality checks throughout the manufacturing process Wrapping, preparing and loading finished products Supporting smooth and...

MMA welders required! You must have an NVQ for welding or recognised apprenticeship, City and Guilds. MMA welder - Must be eligable to work in the UK!! * Rates for a MMA welder * £28.18 per hour (basic, 38 hours) * £39.46 per hour (Overtime A) * £50.73 per hour (Overtime B) * £2.82 bonus per hour subject to certain conditions and paid monthly in arrears * 5% pension contribution from employer These are PAYE positions with no exceptions, holiday pay plus pension. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in MMA stick welding on a site or workshop environment. * Perform high-quality MMA welding tasks adhering to BS EN ISO 9606 standards. * Current or lapsed MMA/111 welding codes in fillet and butt welds, 6G covers all positions. * Adhere to strict health and safety rules. * There will be shift patterns, including potential overtime. * Maintain compliance with all necessary site certifications. * CCNSG is preferred but not...

Your New Role We are recruiting a Level 2 Deskside Support Engineer to provide onsite, user facing support at a large, regulated site environment. This is a hands-on deskside role covering standard Level 2 support across end user devices. Your Responsibilities Provide Level 2 deskside support for PCs, laptops, peripherals and standard business software Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues directly with end users Prepare, configure and deploy end user devices Carry out IMAC tasks in line with defined procedures Maintain accurate ticket updates and asset records Work within agreed SLAs, processes and escalation paths Communicate professionally with users in a controlled site environment You Will Have Previous experience in a Level 2 deskside or onsite support role Strong hands-on experience supporting PCs, laptops and peripherals Confident operating in a face-to-face support environment Familiarity with Windows based end user environments Experience using ticketing...

Temporary Production Operative Location: Bridgwater Hours: Full Time rotating shift work - 6am until 2pm, 2pm until 10pm. Starting on day shifts for 4 weeks whilst training Contract: 6-month fixed term (potential to extend) We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Operative to join a busy department producing metal products Key Responsibilities of a Production Operative: * Manufacturing hand-crafted components from raw steel tube and strip to precise specifications * Operating industrial machinery including induction welders, hydraulic presses and steel slitting machines * Maintaining high standards of health and safety throughout all tasks * Performing quality control inspections using calibrated measuring equipment * Interpreting and following Manufacturing Works Orders (MWOs) and technical drawings * Conducting basic machine inspections and routine maintenance * Managing stock control and maintaining excellent housekeeping standards * Collaborating with...

Contract Production Technician – Mechanical Bristol Competitive Hourly Rate + Enhanced Shift Allowance Contract Role An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Contract Mechanical Production Technician to join a global, high-tech manufacturing business within a high technology sector. This is a contract position working on the build and assembly of complex, cutting-edge systems used in advanced scientific and industrial applications. This role would suit a skilled mechanical technician with strong precision assembly experience, looking to work within a highly professional and technically advanced production environment. The Role: * Assembly of complex mechanical systems and sub-assemblies * Working to detailed BOMs, ISO standards, and customer specifications * Precision pipe bending * Working with vacuum systems and pneumatics * Fault-finding and resolution of build issues * Recording technical issues * Maintaining high standards of H&S, cleanliness, and 5S *...

BMR Solutions are currently recruiting Welders to work for our client who are an engineering company near Bristol. Welder - contract £26.50 p/h dependent on experience Key Skills: Welder / Flux Core / Fitter / Heavy Industry / Marine / Assembly Responsibilities: * Welding * Assemble parts to the required specification * Fabrication of heavy structures * Refit / repair * Marine modifications * Pipe fitting * Working to engineering drawings * Installation of component parts * Mechanical Build and fitting * Working in a team to meet build targets Knowledge and Skills: * Welding * Flux core * FCAW * ARC welding * Steel welding * Stick welding * Mechanical engineering skills (e.g. apprenticeship, qualification or relevant experience) * Able to read engineering drawings and understand Bill of Materials * Ability to understand mechanical design assembly * Previous mechanical assembly experience in a manufacturing...

Experienced Commercial Manager required to join our team on the Hinkley Point C. We specialize in complex project management work in the oil and gas industry, with expertise in fabrication, construction, and installation. The company operates as a fabricator, construction contractor, or installer anywhere in the world. Testing is carried out by our own professionals with great care and safety. This is a full-time role for a Commercial Manager based on the Hinkley Point C (HPC) project. The Commercial Manager will oversee multiple projects, managing contracts and budgets while ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget. The Commercial Manager will also be responsible for business planning, team management, and analysing market trends and competitors. Qualifications & Experience Requirements * Commercial Management and Contract Management skills. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Experience in business planning and market analysis. *...

Example Recruitment Group is currently recruiting on behalf of a national heating contractor operating within the local authority sector. They require self-employed heating engineers for an ongoing service contract with POBL Housing Association. Contract Details: Location: Newport and Surrounding Areas Contract: POBL Work Type: Landlord Gas Safety Checks Commitment: Ideally 5 days per week but will consider minimum of 3 days with a high volume of work guaranteed Contract Length: Ongoing Payment terms: Weekly one week in arrears. Rates: * £27.00 per complete property (LGSR) Key Benefits: * Local work * Weekly pay – no chasing invoices * Monday to Friday (part-time min. 3 days per week commitment can be accommodated) * All appointments are pre-booked via PDA device. * Full PPE and kit provided. * Long-term ongoing contract Requirements: * 2 years of qualified experience as a heating engineer * ACS Qualifications including CKR1 (Gas Cookers) & HTR1...

Adept:us is recruiting a Senior Reliability & Safety Engineer for a Bristol-based client in the aerospace sector. Following the award of several major projects, our client is looking to engage a contractor on a short-term, three-month basis. Project Scope: Motor Reliability Analysis & Safety Assessment The primary focus is to perform a quantitative safety assessment of a high-performance motor assembly. You will be responsible for mapping hardware-level failures to system-level effects (MPL, PPL, LOP) using standard aerospace / automotive safety processes. Core Responsibilities: * Safety Assessment Integration: Apply ARP4761/A guidelines to perform Functional Hazard Assessments (FHA) and Preliminary System Safety Assessments (PSSA). * Fault Tree Analysis (FTA): Develop quantitative and qualitative FTAs to determine the probability of specific power loss events. * FMECA Management: Review and update the existing FMECA to ensure all failure modes are correctly mapped to...

Location: Bristol / South West Rate: £250–£365 per shift (CIS) Contract: Ongoing freelance with option to go permanent after 3–6 months The Opportunity A leading regional civil engineering contractor is expanding its in-house design and technical capability and is seeking a CAD Technician to support a long-term programme on the Bristol Water Framework. This is a strategic, long-term role as the business transitions from outsourcing the majority of design to building a strong internal technical function. The successful candidate will be a key part of this growth and will work closely with engineers and construction teams to deliver buildable, compliant designs. The position will start as a freelance CIS contract, with a clear pathway to a permanent role after 3–6 months, subject to mutual agreement. There is also genuine scope to progress into a Design Engineer or senior technical role as the in-house design team develops. Key Responsibilities * Produce detailed 2D and 3D...

Location: Bristol / South West Rate: £350–£400 per shift (CIS) Contract: Ongoing freelance with option to go permanent after 3–6 months The Opportunity A leading regional civil engineering contractor is expanding its in-house clean water design capability and is seeking a Design Engineer to support a long-term programme on the Bristol Water Framework. This is a strategic, long-term appointment as the business transitions from outsourcing the majority of design to building a strong internal technical function. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping internal design capability and will be part of a significant growth phase within the organisation. The position will start as a freelance CIS contract, with a clear pathway to a permanent role after 3–6 months, (not essential – freelance is fine long term) Key Responsibilities * Produce and review designs for clean water infrastructure projects, including: * Water mains and pipeline networks *...

Job Title: Senior / Principal FPGA Engineer Duration: 6 Month (Contract) Location: Bristol Rate: £70 (Inside IR35) About the role We are looking for an experienced Senior / Principal FPGA Firmware Engineer to support the design, development, and verification of firmware for complex, safety-critical systems within a regulated engineering environment. You will work closely with systems, hardware, and software teams to deliver robust FPGA-based solutions for advanced electronic systems. Key Responsibilities * Design and develop FPGA firmware using VHDL (Verilog/SystemVerilog desirable). * Verify and debug firmware designs at module, hardware, and system level. * Translate system and hardware requirements into detailed firmware requirements. * Support integration, validation, and troubleshooting of FPGA designs. * Work with FPGA toolchains across Xilinx, Intel (Altera), and Microsemi devices. * Produce clear technical...