134 technical operator jobs found

CNC Operator Location: Dudley Job Type: Temporary to Permanent Hours: Full Time Monday - Thursday: 7:15am - 4:30pm Friday: 7:15am - 12:30pm Job Overview We are currently recruiting for an experienced CNC Operator to join a well-established manufacturing company on a temp-to-perm basis. This is a full-time role offering stable hours and the opportunity for a permanent position following a successful temporary period. Key Responsibilities Operating CNC machines, specifically Protec CNC machines Setting up machines and ensuring correct tooling is used Loading and unloading materials safely and efficiently Monitoring machine operations and making minor adjustments where required Carrying out quality checks to ensure components meet specifications Reading and interpreting engineering drawings Maintaining a clean and safe working environment Adhering to all health and safety procedures Requirements Proven experience operating Protec CNC machines Previous experience in a CNC...

Senior Integrity Engineer – Driving Safety and Reliability in Oil & Gas Pressure Systems Join a leading Oil & Gas Operator’s UK Integrity team as a Senior Integrity Engineer, playing a crucial role in maintaining the safety, compliance, and optimal performance of pressure systems across both onshore terminals and offshore assets. Based in either Dimlington or Norwich, you will take ownership of pressure system integrity under stringent PSSR and COMAH regulations, delivering hands-on technical expertise that ensures assets remain fit for service. Your work will shape inspection strategies, manage Written Schemes of Examination (WSE), oversee PSV processes, and lead defect assessments and fitness-for-service evaluations—all while fostering continuous improvement through risk-based inspection (RBI) and proactive repair management. Required Skills In-depth knowledge of pressure system integrity and compliance with PSSR and COMAH requirements Expertise in inspection...

We are now looking to speak to skilled Mazatrol CNC Machinists for immediate and upcoming roles within Warwickshire. We're hiring for the following roles: CNC Millers (Setter/Operators & Programmers) CNC Turners (Setter/Operators & Programmers) Experience with the following controls is desirable: MazatrolRequirements: Proven CNC machining experience (setting, operating or programming) Ability to work from technical drawings and inspect own work A proactive and reliable attitude Relevant experience is essential. Familiarity with tight tolerances and quality control standardsWhether you're a seasoned programmer or an experienced setter/operator looking for your next role, we want to hear from you. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people

Job Title: Sliding Head Operator Location: Cupar, Fife Pay: £19-£22p/h DOE Working hours: Dayshift / backshift rotation (2 weeks) - uplift applied for backshift weeks (time and 8th e.g. if on £19p/h the uplift will take you to £21.37p/h) Contract: Temporary to permanent A well-established precision engineering company based in Cupar, Fife is looking to recruit an experienced Sliding Head Operator to join its growing manufacturing team. Supplying high-quality precision components to sectors including aerospace, telecommunications, defence, medical, and motorsport industries across the UK, USA, Europe, and the Far East, the company has built a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and technical excellence. The Role This is a full-time, on-site role for a Sliding Head Operator based in Cupar, Fife. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, programming, and operating Sliding Head CNC machines while ensuring production is carried out efficiently, safely,...

ASL Technical are recruiting on behalf of a manufacturing and engineering client for an experienced Production Operator to support ongoing workload on a 3-month ongoing contract very likely to be throughout 2026. The Role You will produce high-quality cable assemblies, meeting or exceeding IPC-620 Class 2 standards and customer requirements, following detailed work instructions. Key Responsibilities * Build cable assemblies to IPC-620 Class 2 standards * Cable cutting and wire preparation * Hand and automated crimping * Hand soldering and tinning bath soldering * Connector assembly, labelling, heat shrink, lacing/binding, and potting * Self-inspection prior to QA * Maintain a clean and safe work environment * Support continuous improvement * Report process, quality, or material issues Skills & Experience * We are looking for people with soldering, crimping and cable assembly or repair experience. * The role could suit someone with PCB soldering repair...

AMJ Recruitment are looking for a Part Time CNC Turner Setter/Operator to join our valued Engineering Client based in Nuneaton. ***MUST have plenty of Mazatrol experience*** Pay Rate - £16.00 - £17.00 per hour Shifts: Day Shift - Part Time (10 - 15 hours per week) Term - Long Term, Ongoing Start Date - ASAP Experience - Mazatrol experience is ESSENTIAL Duties Include: • Set and operate CNC turning centres using Mazatrol controls • Interpret and work from engineering drawings, route cards, and technical specifications • Select, install, and set cutting tools, offsets, and work holding equipment • Produce first-off components and carry out in-process inspections • Use measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, bore gauges, and thread gauges • Maintain dimensional accuracy and quality standards to tight tolerances • Monitor machine performance and make necessary tooling or offset adjustments • Perform routine machine maintenance and daily housekeeping duties • Ensure...

Our client has an opportunity for a Production Test Engineer to join their team on a contract basis for 12 months. You will play a vital role in supporting testing and diagnostics of electrical/electronic sub-systems and circuit cards during the production phase of the product lifecycle. You will use your experience to provide technical support to the manufacturing test capability, to ensure programme targets are met to agreed time, cost and quality requirements. Role: Production Test Engineer - Live Build Location: Stevenage - fully onsite Hours: 37 per week Hourly Rate: £32-£36 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance: SC required before starting, UK Eyes Only due to project What you'll be doing: You will be working with a small team of dedicated engineers in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive manufacturing environment, carrying out the following: Providing test engineering support to operators on the shopfloor, including supporting the introduction of new test...

Guidant Global is proud to partner with a leading UK Ministry of Defence organisation to recruit an experienced Production Test Engineer with a strong Electronic/Electrical engineering background. This role supports the testing and fault diagnosis of electrical and electronic sub‑systems and circuit cards throughout the production lifecycle. You will play a key role in supporting manufacturing test capability, ensuring delivery against programme time, cost and quality targets. An HNC in Engineering or equivalent is essential. Key Responsibilities: You will collaborate with a small team of dedicated engineers in a dynamic, yet friendly and inclusive manufacturing environment, where you will be responsible for the following tasks: * Provide technical support for manufacturing tests and diagnostics of weapon sub-systems at system and sub-system level. * Deliver Test Engineering support from concept through to Production Readiness and operational release. * Introduce and configure...

Laser Operator - Night Shift Location: Derby DE11 Hours: Monday to Thursday Night Shift Pay rate - up to £20.00 p/h Interviews Happening Immediately Are you a skilled Laser 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 Setting and Operating an Amada Laser Will need experience in picking up the nest and placing into the machine Occasionally working independently on varied jobs and materials What We're Looking For Fully experienced Laser setter/operator Strong background in setting/operating, and nesting the laser Confident in reading technical drawings 3+ years of experience working with an Amada Laser Someone who can hit the ground running and work...

Our client, a leading independent Oil & Gas operator, based in Norwich, are currently seeking a dynamic and highly motivated individual to be a member of their Process Safety Team. The role is responsible for the management, facilitation (where appropriate) and participation in a wide range of process safety studies and risk assessments, including FERA, FTA, HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA, ORA and QRA. This is a diverse and dynamic position requiring flexibility to meet changing business needs. The successful candidate will have a strong process engineering background, significant experience in process safety, and a deep understanding of risk assessment methodologies and functional safety standards, particularly IEC 61511. Experience in LOPA facilitation, SIL determination, SIF design and SIL verification are essential. A recognised functional safety qualification (e.g., TÜV, Exida etc) is preferred. This is a full-time role requiring regular travel to both onshore and offshore sites. This...

Chemistry Laboratory Technician (Operator) 24-25k South East ABJ6515 TEMP - 6 months – on site An excellent opportunity for an early-career Chemistry Laboratory Technician / Lab Operator to join a dynamic and supportive team within a modern laboratory environment. This role is ideal for someone with a background in chemistry or manufacturing who is looking to develop hands-on experience in formulation, blending, and analytical testing. As lab technician you will play a key role in supporting laboratory operations while gaining exposure to wider technical and technology teams in a global setting. As a Laboratory Technician / Lap Operator in an industrial manufacturing setting, you will support day-to-day lab activities, including formulation and blending work, coordinating tests, and preparing samples for dispatch. This is a fantastic opportunity to build practical lab skills while developing your knowledge in performance testing and analytical science. You’ll also have the...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Development and Production Test Engineer – Electronic / Electrical subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.     Experience specifically required: Must have significant experience with measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. Electronic Component level fault finding CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. RF and microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage. Environmental testing would also be an advantage. High Voltage training/awareness. SAP Beneficial The department are keen to hear from candidates from a background with either RF / Microwave skills or candidates that have strong Test, Diagnostics, Repair Engineering skills. Hourly Rate: £36.00ph (Umbrella).  Time and a quarter Overtime rate for hours worked over 37 hours Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Development...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Wiring Operator on an initial 12 month contract and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: Hourly Rate: £28.35ph for the first 12 weeks and then £29.70 after week 12 (Umbrella).  Overtime Rates of 'time and a half' for all hours worked over 37 hours per week.   Electrical Wiring Operator Job Description: An exciting opportunity for a Skilled Electrical Wiring Operator to join our Calibration and Maintenance team for a 12-month period in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive Manufacturing environment. We are seeking a Skilled Wire Operator to join our Calibration & Maintenance Team, to fault diagnose and repair bespoke cabling to drawing specifications. Fault finding and subsequent repair of cable assemblies. Carry out surface mount repair on CCAs. Maintain and repair test/measuring equipment to...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton, Lancashire is currently looking to recruit 4x Development and Production Test Engineer - Electronics/Electrical subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract.  Looking for somebody with substantial test engineering experience. Diagnosis of test failures Testing experience down to component level The department are keen to hear from candidates from a background with Electronics, RF, Microwave skills or candidates that have strong Test, Diagnostics, Repair Engineering skills.  Hourly Rate: £37.00ph (Umbrella).    Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)   Development and Production Test Engineer – Electronic / Electrical Job Description: Technical support to the manufacturing test of weapons sub-systems in production and development test and diagnostics of complex weapons at system and Subsystem level. Provide Test Engineering support during Design / Development phases from initial...

The Opportunity Our client, a leading engineering and infrastructure contractor, are seeking an experienced Technical Author to support the delivery of major projects within the water and utilities sector. This role will focus on producing, reviewing, and managing high-quality technical documentation to support project delivery and client requirements. Key Responsibilities * Produce and publish technical documentation for live projects * Review and compile Operation & Maintenance manuals * Assemble and manage asset data and technical records * Convert complex technical information into clear, user-friendly documentation * Liaise with project teams, clients, and external stakeholders * Maintain document control processes and project records * Support continuous improvement within the technical documentation function About You * Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Technical Author * Strong Microsoft Office and document management skills * Ability to...

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally. At Arup you will have the opportunity to collaborate on ambitious projects - delivering remarkable outcomes for clients and communities, and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set it apart for over 75 years, and now is your opportunity to join. Job description - the role AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. We partner with Arup to support their contingent recruitment processes. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. On Behalf of Arup, we are...

Role: Project Controls Manager Position: Contract Location: Based in our London or Suffolk office with hybrid working available - Travel to Paris will also be required Days on Site: 3 (TBC) Duration: Ongoing, Initial CED 31/12/2026, rolling contract thereafter Pay: up to 650£ PAYE/ 940 £Umbrella Vacancy Overview: Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK's climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million...

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Contract) Location: Peterborough Industry: Construction Materials Manufacturing Rate: £33.00 – £34.00 p/h (Outside IR35) Shift: 4 on 4 off – Days (6:00am – 6:00pm) We’re looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a high-volume manufacturing site within the construction materials sector. This is a hands-on role focused on maintaining and improving a wide range of automated plant machinery, including robotics and heavy production equipment. You’ll be working as part of an established maintenance team, supporting production through a mix of planned and reactive maintenance. Key Responsibilities: Carry out mechanical maintenance on automated plant and machinery Support breakdowns and minimise downtime across production Work on robotics, conveyors, presses, and mixing equipment Complete PPM activities and support continuous improvement Maintain safe and efficient operation of all equipment Requirements: Strong mechanical maintenance...

Role: Resident Engineer-Civil Location: Devonport(hybrid) Duration: 12 Months Inside IR35: Umbrella About our Client: Our client in Devonport is a leading engineering and maritime organisation specialising in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of naval vessels. The site operates with a skilled workforce across mechanical, electrical, and technical disciplines, delivering high-quality and complex engineering projects. It offers a structured and collaborative working environment with opportunities for hands-on experience and professional development. Main Purpose of Role The primary purpose of the role is to provide advice and support to the Implementation Design Manager in ensuring the delivery of high-quality assets through witnessing and recording the physical works on site throughout the course of the Implementation phase and ensure the Design Intent is maintained. This will include the likes of the following; Assist the Construction and Project team by providing...

Job Title: Location: Gloucester Pay Rate: Negotiable Contract length: 12 Months Role Summary/Purpose: To gain a deep understanding of existing aerospace component manufacturing processes and equipment, quantify how they perform, and use this insight to inform the design, implementation and optimisation of new production lines and facilities. This role will analyse current operations (time, utilisation, efficiency, waste), create accurate value stream maps, and support line and facility design so that the future production system is efficient at launch and capable of scaling to volume. Key Responsibilities Understand and quantify the existing process Study the current aerospace component manufacturing processes and machines in detail to understand how work actually flows on the shop floor. Conduct time studies on all major steps and support activities (set-up, changeover, inspection, rework, material handling, etc.), maintaining an accurate and current picture of process...