728 jobs found in Wokingham

Project Manager Location: Sandhurst Rate: £475 per day Limited or PAYE Umbrella About the Role Are you an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in delivering large-scale water infrastructure projects? We have an exciting opportunity for you to lead a major scheme from governance stage through to completion and handover. This high-value project has a strong focus on civils and MEICA works and will play a key role in delivering critical infrastructure improvements. As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and execution of the full project lifecycle, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership: Manage the project from governance and funding stage through to completion and handover, ensuring effective delivery across all phases. ECI & Planning: Lead Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) activities, influencing and interpreting...

Job Title: Electrical Appointed Person - Night Shifts Location: Reading, Berkshire Contract: 12 Months (Approx.) Working Pattern: Night Shifts Rate: Up to £650 per night Outside IR35 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Appointed Person to join a major defence nuclear project near Reading. The successful candidate will work with supply chain partners to commission bespoke electrical equipment and plant, adhering to strict nuclear safety standards on one of the UK's most complex infrastructure projects. Main Duties ·Take responsibility for electrical safety within the defined project boundary, ensuring compliance with the Electrical Safety Code. ·Coordinate electrical activities with the Work Authorisation & Permit Office (WAPO) and M&E Permit Office (PO). ·Plan and oversee electrical lifting operations, ensuring compliance with LOLER and PUWER regulations. ·Produce and approve electrical lifting plans, method statements, and risk...

Mechanical Engineering Lead - Reading, UK Contract: 12 Months Pay Rate: £56.91/ph - £75.31/ph Our client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Lead to play a pivotal role in a major petrochemical and refinery upgrade programme. This is an exciting opportunity to guide the technical definition of a world‑scale mixed‑feed steam cracker and associated refinery enhancements, ensuring designs are safe, operable, and cost‑effective while supporting ambitious project objectives. Role Overview As the Mechanical Engineering Lead, you'll represent the client within a joint venture project management team, working closely with contractors to optimise scope, manage technical risk, and deliver engineering solutions that meet standards and performance expectations. You'll bring extensive experience in mechanical and static equipment engineering, enabling you to challenge, influence, and support decisions across the pre‑FEED and FEED stages. Key Responsibiities Provide technical...

Lead Instrumentation Engineer - Reading, UK Contract: 12 months Pay Rate: £56.91/ph - £75.31/ph Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Instrumentation Engineer to join their integrated project team during a major pre‑FEED programme. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a world‑scale mixed‑feed steam cracker and a series of significant refinery upgrades. The role will suit a senior technical specialist who enjoys shaping engineering definition, influencing design decisions and ensuring safe, reliable and efficient facility development. Job Overview As the Lead Instrumentation Engineer, you will be responsible for guiding engineering strategy, overseeing contractor performance and providing deep subject‑matter expertise across instrumentation and control systems. You will play a central part in optimising scope, managing technical risk and ensuring that project deliverables meet the required level of definition for pre‑FEED and FEED stages. This...

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer with EC&I / Electrical experience to support a major defence project at a secure, highly regulated site near Reading. This is a mid level role; site-based, requiring a high level of technical expertise, and experience in commissioning, testing, and assurance of electrical and control systems within safety-critical environments. Role: Commissioning Engineer - EC&I bias Location: Reading (site-based) Rate: Up to £60 Per Hour (Based on year's experience) Key Responsibilities ·Support projects with commissioning, testing, and validation of electrical and EC&I systems on a complex defence project and on occasion provide mentorship to junior commissioning engineers and site teams. ·Develop and support with commissioning strategies, test procedures, and method statements, alongside performing functional testing, fault finding, and troubleshooting of complex electrical and control systems. ·Ensure all commissioning...

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer with Mechanical experience to support a major defence project at a secure, highly regulated site near Reading. This is mid-level role, supporting the management team; site-based & requiring a high level of technical expertise, and experience in commissioning, testing, and assurance of mechanical systems and equipment within safety-critical environments. Role: Commissioning Engineer - Mechanical Bias Location: Reading (site-based) Salary: £40 Per Hour (Based on year's experience) Key Responsibilities ·Commissioning, testing, and validation of mechanical equipment on a complex defence project and on occasion provide mentorship to junior commissioning engineers and site teams. ·Follow commissioning strategies, test procedures, and method statements, alongside supporting functional testing, fault finding, and troubleshooting of complex mechanical systems. ·Ensure all commissioning activities comply with project requirements,...

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer with EC&I / Electrical experience to support a major defence project at a secure, highly regulated site near Reading. This is a mid level role; site-based, requiring a high level of technical expertise, and experience in commissioning, testing, and assurance of electrical and control systems within safety-critical environments. Role: Commissioning Engineer - EC&I bias Location: Reading (site-based) Rate: Up to £40 Per Hour (Based on year's experience) Key Responsibilities ·Support projects with commissioning, testing, and validation of electrical and EC&I systems on a complex defence project and on occasion provide mentorship to junior commissioning engineers and site teams. ·Develop and support with commissioning strategies, test procedures, and method statements, alongside performing functional testing, fault finding, and troubleshooting of complex electrical and control systems. ·Ensure all commissioning...

Damicor are recruiting for JIB Gold Card Electricians for Commercial works in Reading. Requirements Compliant to live and work in the UK JIB Card IPAF 3a & 3b Commercial & Data Centre experience  Details Hourly Rate: £26 - £28 (plus overtime) Paid: 8 - 10 hours Please apply via the advert or contact Stacey Moulder at (url removed) or (phone number removed) to find out more

ES Steel are recruiting a Mechanical Fitter to join us in Reading. This opportunity would suit an experienced Mechanical Fitter with a strong background in installation work within regulated environments. It is ideal for someone confident working to high standards, with machining and dowelling experience being advantageous. Candidates should be adaptable, safety-conscious, and comfortable with potential changes to working hours as the project develops. Key Responsibilities * Carry out mechanical fitting and installation work to a high standard * Interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications * Use machining and dowelling techniques where required * Ensure compliance with strict safety and regulatory requirements * Work collaboratively with the wider project team to meet deadlines Benefits * Competitive salary * Opportunity to work on a high-profile, regulated project * Long-term contract running...

We are seeking an experienced Senior Commissioning Engineer with Mechanical experience to support a major defence project at a secure, highly regulated site near Reading. This is a senior role, supporting the management team; site-based role requiring a high level of technical expertise, leadership, and experience in commissioning, testing, and assurance of mechanical systems and equipment within safety-critical environments. Role: SeniorCommissioning Engineer - Mechanical Bias Location: Reading (site-based) Salary: Up to £60 Per Hour Inside IR35 (Based on year's experience) Key Responsibilities ·Lead and oversee the commissioning, testing, and validation of mechanical equipment on a complex defence project and provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior commissioning engineers and site teams. ·Develop, review, and approve commissioning strategies, test procedures, and method statements, alongside supervising functional testing, fault finding, and troubleshooting of...

We are seeking an experienced Principal Electrical (EC&I) Commissioning Engineer to support a major defence project at a secure, highly regulated site near Reading. This is a senior, site-based role requiring a high level of technical expertise, leadership, and experience in commissioning, testing, and assurance of electrical and control systems within safety-critical environments. Role: Principal Electrical (EC&I) Commissioning Engineer Location: Reading (site-based) Rate: £70 per hour Inside IR35 (Based on year's experience) Employment Type: Contract 12 Months Key Responsibilities ·Lead and oversee the commissioning, testing, and validation of electrical and EC&I systems on a complex defence project and provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior commissioning engineers and site teams. ·Develop, review, and approve commissioning strategies, test procedures, and method statements, alongside supervising functional testing, fault finding, and troubleshooting...

Senior EC&I Engineer - Nationwide / Hybrid Contract | SC clearance required Are you an SC cleared EC&I Engineer looking for a contract role outside IR35? Do you enjoy taking designs from concept through to manufacture, test and commissioning? Are you looking for a contract role where you can work on complex projects across the UK? What's in it for you? £55 to £60 per outside IR35 12-month contract 9 day fortnight (every other Friday off) You'll be based from home with 2 days per fortnight in Reading What will you be doing? ·Producing EC&I design concepts including SLDs, BCDs, cable schedules and layouts ·Developing designs for control systems, low voltage systems and associated equipment ·Producing technical documentation including FDS, SIDD, Functional Safety Plans and design justification reports ·Creating specifications, drawings, works instructions and technical files to support manufacture ·Ensuring designs meet relevant British and European standards, client...

Engineering Manager | Defence / Nuclear / Rail 📍 Reading (Hybrid) | 🔐 SC Cleared / Eligible A leading central government organisation that operates within nuclear security technologies is hiring an Engineering Manager to lead high-performing technical teams delivering critical programmes across defence, nuclear and rail infrastructure. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll drive engineering delivery, team capability, and operational excellence in a highly regulated environment. What you’ll do: Lead & develop multi-disciplinary engineering teams Deliver complex programmes safely, securely & on time Allocate resources across projects to maximise delivery Ensure quality, governance & compliance standards are met Engage senior stakeholders to influence key decisions What we’re looking for: To deliver the programme and mobilise resources in a safe, secure and efficient manner. Responsible for ensuring that the team produce high quality work, that has...

EC&I Engineer - Design Focused From concept to commissioning, you'll play a key part in delivering high‑quality, safe, and innovative designs that make a difference in the nuclear industry. What You'll Be Doing Driving EC&I Excellence You'll lead on creating robust, intelligent EC&I design solutions, including: Developing exciting design concepts such as SLDs, BCDs, cable schedules and layout drawings Designing with a strong understanding of control systems (hardware & software) Working with Functional Safety standards (BS EN 61508 & 61511) Producing designs that meet British/European standards and exceed client expectations Ensuring operability, maintainability and safety are at the heart of every design Managing and maintaining technical documentation (LTQR / Technical File) Delivering designs on time, on budget and to exceptional quality Preparing technical reports and justifications that demonstrate risk mitigation Producing functional safety and...

Job title: Principal Technical Officer - Rail Track Type: Contract Location: Reading Rate: Dependant on experience Role You will be expected understand all Permanent Way aspects of construction and associated works with the other disciplines and to deliver construction work safely to the level of quality expected by the company and the Client; to budget and in line with all relevant standards, processes and procedures. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Undertaking the role of a PTO on a projects across the route Hand back/close out engineering experience Stressing S+C and plain line track work Controlling all onsite technical activities and quality control.Essential requirements: Education to HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent suitable experience. Comprehensive understanding of permanent way and related engineering principles, including interfaces between disciplines. Safety Management training. Good knowledge and understanding of track...

Commissioning Engineer - AWE Burghfield Full-time site based £500-£600/day Umbrella (Inside IR35, all-in) ASAP - Sept 2026 SC preferred / must be eligible We're recruiting Mechanical & Electrical Commissioning Engineers for a major project at AWE Burghfield. Role will involve commissioning of building services and facility systems within a nuclear environment, including FAT support and system testing. Scope includes: HVAC / ventilation Fire alarm CCTV / security systems Lighting & power Mechanical / electrical plant FAT / SAT / functional testing Requirements: Nuclear site experience essential Commissioning experience on large / regulated projects FAT / SAT / test pack experience Building services / M&E background CSCS required SC clearance preferred Full-time on site (occasional weekends optional) Multiple roles available

Engineering Manager Contract Length: 18 Months Location: Reading 5x per week Rate: £60 Per Hour Inside IR35 Overview We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and manage a technical team within a highly regulated defence project in the UK. This role will act as the key leadership point of contact, ensuring the delivery of critical engineering capability aligned with current and future programme requirements. You will play a pivotal role in delivering the integrated technical programme, ensuring engineering excellence, compliance, and operational efficiency. Key Accountabilities ·Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing engineering team to deliver both team and individual objectives safely and securely. ·Oversee performance management, ensuring staff are assessed against objectives and implementing corrective actions where required. ·Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise within your engineering discipline. ·Maintain and promote the...

We are looking for a Fabric Engineer to join the team of an established FM company in the Reading area. This role is offering a temporary position and the opportunity to gain experience in a reputable, recognised company. Fabric Engineer Monday to Friday/ 40 hours Temp Reading £24-26ph paid weekly via umbrella As a Fabric Engineer, you will be: * Carrying out ppm works and maintenance * General maintenance such as painting, mastics, basic plumbing etc * Basic electrical works such as changing a light bulb etc * Responsible for reactive and breakdown repairs If this role is of interest, please apply directly to this advert

Our client, a prominent company in the construction sector, is currently seeking a dedicated Site Manager to oversee a short-term upgrade project at Reading FC's stadium. Key Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day site activities and act as the primary on-site lead Manage and coordinate M&E contractors, ensuring seamless integration of services Supervise installation of high-powered audio systems and associated infrastructure Oversee MEWP operations, ensuring safe and compliant use Manage UPS-related works and ensure all power-critical upgrades meet required standards Liaise with multiple subcontractors; all project delivery is via sub-contracted teams Maintain strict health & safety compliance at all times Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and ensure RAMS are followed Monitor progress against programme and escalate issues proactively Report daily on site activity, progress, and any deviations from schedule Job Requirements: Proven experience as a Site Manager on...

Job Title: Electrical Construction Engineer / Project Manager Location: AWE Site - Project Mensa Contract: 3 Months Initial (Likely Extension) Rate: £500-£600/day Umbrella PAYE (DOE) Start: ASAP Working Pattern: Full-time site based, Monday-Friday (optional weekend work available) We are looking for an experienced Electrical Construction Engineer / Project Manager to support Project Mensa at AWE, currently in a heavy commissioning phase. The role requires strong experience with LV / HV electrical systems, site delivery, and commissioning within regulated or high-security environments. Requirements: Proven experience in electrical construction / project engineering / project management Strong LV / HV installation and commissioning background Experience on industrial, nuclear, defence, or similar regulated projects CSCS card - essential HNC / HND / Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar (preferred) SMSTS / SSSTS / IOSH / NEBOSH desirable Previous AWE experience /...