22 engineering operations support jobs found

Job Title: Senior Authorised Person (SAP) – 275kV Location: East Ayrshire, Scotland Duration: 11 May 2026 – 29 May 2026 (with potential extension) Rate: Competitive Day Rate (Outside IR35) Overview: We are supporting a well-established engineering organisation delivering high-voltage infrastructure works within the UK energy sector. They are currently engaged on a grid connection project for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and require an experienced Senior Authorised Person (SAP) to support commissioning and energisation activities. Role Overview: This is a hands-on role requiring a competent SAP authorised up to 275kV to undertake switching operations, issue safety documentation, and support commissioning works on live high-voltage equipment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring safe systems of work and supporting energisation in line with industry standards. Key Responsibilities: * Carry out high-voltage switching operations up to 275kV *...

Civil Superintendent – Carbon Capture & Storage Project Location: Talacre, North Wales UK Contract: ~18 months (to project completion) IR35: Outside IR35 Working Pattern: Full-time, up to 5.5 days/week as required Rate: Competitive day rate Ceto Talent are supporting a major Carbon Capture & Storage project and are looking to engage an experienced Civil Superintendent to support site delivery on a long-term basis. This is a key position overseeing civil construction activities on a complex, large-scale infrastructure project, with a strong focus on coordination, supervision, and safe delivery of works. The Role You will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day civil works on site, ensuring activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with project specifications and programme requirements. Working closely with contractors and site teams, you will play a critical role in supervising works, resolving site issues, and maintaining progress across multiple work...

Are you a Project Manager with a track record of delivering bridge repairs on the Network Rail infrastructure?   Do you have an excellent understanding on Network Rail standards and procedures?   Location: Pickering, North Yorkshire Rate: £400/day (Outside IR35) Duration: 3-6 months   Our client requires a Project Manager to oversee specialist repair works of stone arch railway bridge on a heritage railway in North Yorkshire. As Project Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the works are delivered safely and efficiently while maintaining compliance with Network Rail standards.   This is a hands-on site-based role, managing subcontractors and direct staff while ensuring safe systems of work, competency management and plant controls are fully implemented and maintained.   Key Responsibilities ·Oversee subcontractors and site staff carrying out repairs to a historic stone arch railway bridge. ·Ensure all site activities comply with Network Rail standards and...

Are you a proactive Health & Safety professional who thrives on turning complex risks into clear, practical solutions? Looking for your next contract where you can make a real impact across rail and depot environments? If so, TXM Recruit are working in partnership with a high-profile railway client who are seeking an experienced Health and Safety Advisor to support their safety team on a contract basis based in West Midlands, Birmingham paying up to £500 per day. The purpose of this role is to provide expert Health & Safety support helping to identify, assess, and manage operational risks across a varied property and rail engineering portfolio. The advisor will work closely with key stakeholders to develop practical risk assessments and Safe Systems of Work, ensuring compliance while enabling safe and efficient delivery of activities. Key Responsibilities: Report to Interim Senior Safety Risk Manager Collaborate closely with Property and Depot Engineering teams...

Job Description: Job Summary - Site Manager - £375 per day - 9 Months Outside IR35 - Paid Ltd Co. or CIS We are seeking a Site Manager to oversee daily civils and groundworks operations—including earthworks, drainage, ducting, foundations, and external finishes on a BESS project near Bridgwater where the company is working as a subcontractor to deliver the on site civils on behalf of the main contractor. The site manager will work alongside the Project Manager and Project QS to ensure the project is delivered safely, on time, and to the high quality standards that the company is known for. Of key importance is that candidates will have specific experience of working for a civils subcontractor responsible for delivery of multiple packages of work. Key Responsibilities Operational Management: Plan daily project works and manage resources, including plant, materials, directly employed labour and any subcontractors. Proactively and positively solve problems whilst maintaining...

Job Title: DeltaV Specialist (Contract) Location: North East England (On-site) Contract Length: 6 Months IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Rate: Competitive / Flexible (Dependent on Experience) Overview We are supporting a leading biopharmaceutical manufacturing organisation with a requirement for an experienced DeltaV Specialist to support the commissioning phase of a major project. This role requires a strong background in DeltaV configuration and software engineering, and is not limited to loop checking activities. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery and startup of process control systems. Key Responsibilities Support the commissioning and startup of DeltaV systems within a GMP-regulated environment Perform and review DeltaV configuration, including modules, phases, and equipment modules Troubleshoot and resolve control system and software-related issues during commissioning Collaborate with engineering, validation, and operations...

Role:         Panel Wireman Location:  St. Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19. Rate:        £22.00p/h + holidays PAYE - OR  £28.71 per hour LTD  Duration:  6 months, subject to extension Residency: UK The Role: Our client is seeking experienced Panel Wireman to support ongoing requirements based on their site in St Neots. The Panel Wireman's role will include;  Working from engineering drawings to build DCS cabinets, assembly control panels with components/trunking (Rittal cabinet experience beneficial) Crimping, terminating and looming work Competent use of Hand tools. Good communication skills Health & Safety conscious The Panel Wireman will assist with strip, clean and pack activities within the System Assembly and Design team. The Company: The client is a leader within the Automation and Control Systems field with operations in 100 countries worldwide. They specialise in providing integrated solutions to the Transmission and Distribution and Oil & Gas...

Quantity Surveyor | Water Sector Contract: Long‑term, Outside IR35 Location: Maidstone, Kent (Flexible Hybrid) Our client in the water sector is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support commercial operations across a range of infrastructure and operational projects. This long‑term contract offers the opportunity to play a key role in cost management, financial reporting, and commercial governance within a fast‑paced, essential services environment. Hybrid working is available, with regular presence required at the Maidstone office. Key Responsibilities Produce regular cost and revenue reports to support financial oversight Maintain accurate daily work records and commercial documentation Prepare and manage Schedule of Rates pricing Reconcile subcontractor accounts and prepare payment certificates Support valuations, cost tracking and commercial forecasting Liaise with operational and planning teams to monitor progress and scope Price completed works across...

Role: Maintenance Manager Location: Glasgow (site-based) Salary: 50k- 60k (pro rata) Contract: 6-month FTC (potential to extend or become permanent) Overview We are working with a leading Facilities Management organisation to recruit an experienced Maintenance Manager for a fixed-term contract on a large, complex healthcare site in the West of Scotland. This is a highly technical, site-based role with a strong focus on compliance, governance, and safe systems of work. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of all maintenance activities across the site. Key Responsibilities * Oversee the delivery of all planned and reactive maintenance activities * Ensure full compliance with statutory regulations, healthcare standards, and internal governance processes * Lead on safe systems of work, permits, and risk management across site operations * Manage technical teams and specialist subcontractors * Drive compliance performance...

Job Title: Design Engineer Location: Coventry, UK Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri). Vacancy Type: Full-time, 4 month Contract and onsite Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum FTC OR £275 - £350 per day contract (subject to experience) About the role At NP Aerospace, we don’t just design to innovate – we design to protect. We’re looking for x3 immediately available Design Engineers to join our Coventry-based team, developing advanced vehicle protection and integration solutions used across global defence programmes. These temporary roles will work from initial concept through to production designing systems that directly enhance the safety and performance of those who serve on the frontline. In these hands-on role, you’ll be immersed in 3D CAD design, working with complex materials, assemblies and components that must perform in the toughest real-world environments. Contract Options We’re offering two engagement routes, depending on how you want to work: o...

Senior EC&I Engineer | North West (Hybrid Working) | up to £58ph | 4 day working week | Outside IR35 The Opportunity Are you at the point where you want more influence over engineering decisions, not just another delivery or design‑only contract? This is a senior EC&I contract working on complex, safety‑critical programmes within highly regulated environments such as defence and nuclear. The role operates at consultant level, giving real influence over technical decisions rather than being limited to a pure design function. You’d have ownership across the full lifecycle — providing technical leadership, assurance, integration support and problem‑solving through delivery — on an Outside IR35 basis with hybrid working and long‑term programme stability. It’s an opportunity to shape standards and outcomes, working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams, rather than just executing instructions. What we’re looking for: Strong background in EC&I, control...

We have an exciting, long-term opportunity for an experienced Contract Commissioning Technician to join our customer based in Yorkshire. This role offers an OUTSIDE IR35 determination, meaning we can accept candidates who would like to operate through their own PSC. Our customer is a well-respected provider of technical machinery, designed and developed in the UK and sold globally. They serve various industries, including FMCG, chemical, and automation. Due to a prestigious project win, they are looking for skilled contractors to support their project teams. As a Commissioning Engineer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the implementation of mechanical and instrumentation equipment, ensuring installations are completed to the highest standards and in compliance with project specifications. Key Responsibilities- Contract Commissioning Technician - Yorkshire -Oversee and execute both dry and wet commissioning activities. -Collaborate with a team to ensure mechanical...

Design Quality Engineer (Contract) Contract Length: 12 months Rate: £55-£70 per hour (outside IR35 / subject to candidate experience) Start Date: ASAP Working Pattern: 3 or 4 days per week (flexible for the right candidate) Location: Hybrid working - on‑site at M&TC, Biggin Hill when required Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Design Quality Engineer on a contract basis to support Design Quality activities within a high‑performance motorsport engineering environment. Reporting to the Head of QMO, this role will work closely with Quality, Product Development, and Engineering teams to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of product data throughout the full design lifecycle. This position plays a critical role in maintaining robust PLM governance, change control, and configuration management, ensuring that engineering data is structured, controlled, and released efficiently to support downstream manufacturing and assembly activities. Key...

Are you a civil design engineer with experience of working on Network Rail assets?   Do you have experience of asset management and designing civil aspects through buildability?   Location: Birmingham 3 days a week - 2 days from home Rate: £350 - £400 day outside IR35 Contract length: Initial 6 months with possibility of 2 years worth of work   Role: My client, a leading consultancy involved in the HS2 programme, is seeking a Civil Design Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. The successful candidate will support the design and delivery of civil assets throughout the construction phase of this major infrastructure project.   This is an engineer-level role, focused on the design, coordination, and development of civil engineering assets, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards. The position requires prior experience working within asset management frameworks, ideally with Network Rail, to ensure designs align with operational and...

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: Up to £400 per day (Outside IR35, dependent on experience) Location: Manchester (M32 0RS) - Hybrid working (minimum 3 days per week in the office) Contract Type: Contract About the Role Our client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support a range of ongoing projects within the UK regulated water industry. The role will focus on UMON projects at Sewage Treatment Works, working closely with a collaborative and experienced engineering design team to deliver high-quality solutions. About the Client Our client is a well-established engineering design consultancy operating across the UK rail and utilities sectors, with a growing portfolio within the water industry. They are known for their friendly, focused culture and strong commitment to employee wellbeing. Key Responsibilities Deliver detailed mechanical design solutions for projects within the UK water sector. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary...

Structural Engineer Initial 3 Month Contract Hybrid - 3 days on site Leatherhead, Surrey £58.00 Per Hour (Outside IR35) The Role * As a Technical Advisor - Offshore structural, you will support the lead engineer related preparation of engineering deliverables within the scope assigned: * Design basis, material and construction specifications * Independently perform engineering analyses for operational (in-service) phase (in-place, fatigue), non-operational phase (loadout, transportation, lifting) and accidental phase (blast, fire, dropped object) for brownfield projects. * Perform detailed design of equipment supports, access platforms etc. * Review analyses/ calculations performed by others, provide technical guidance and proactively resolve any discrepancies * The work will involve liaising with other disciplines, the client, and 3rd-party contractors, and coordinating with project team members across global offices to deliver tasks within allotted timelines and budgets. The...

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor (Freelance) Location: Central London & Stansted Airport Contract Type: Freelance Contract (Outside IR35) Rate: £400.00 – £450.00 per day Company Overview We are recruiting for experienced Senior Quantity Surveyors to support the delivery of works within an Asset Intelligence team for a leading Tier 1 contractor. These roles sit across two key projects within high-profile environments, offering exposure to complex M&E, security, and infrastructure-related works. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established team delivering critical upgrade and maintenance projects across major UK assets. The Role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of projects across two locations: Central London and Stansted Airport. This is a hands-on role requiring strong NEC contract knowledge and the ability to operate within a Tier 1 environment. You will be responsible for managing commercial...

Senior Test Consultant Location: Hampshire (Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Clearance: DV Clearance required (Active) Rate: £530 to £570 per day - Outside IR35 Overview We are seeking a Senior Test & Trials Consultant to provide specialist oversight and assurance across a highly secure government IT infrastructure programme. This role will focus on shaping, governing, and assuring test and trial activity, ensuring that infrastructure capabilities are validated, risks are identified early, and delivery remains aligned to operational requirements. The successful candidate will act as a trusted adviser to programme leadership, providing independent challenge, structured guidance, and leadership across complex test environments. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic oversight and assurance of Test & Trials activity across the programme Review and shape Test & Trials Strategies, Plans, and governance frameworks Advise programme leadership on test readiness, risks, and...

Project Manager – Addison Project, Thornton-Cleveleys For over 25 years, Addison Project plc has delivered innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across the chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, and food & beverage sectors. As a family-owned business with UK wide coverage, we combine technical excellence with a collaborative, client focused approach. Our fully integrated EPCM capability supported by strong CDM and HSSEQ leadership and accredited management systems ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards from concept through to commissioning and startup. If you’re passionate about engineering and want to join a dynamic, people focused consultancy driving progress and sustainability across the UK’s manufacturing and process industries, Addison Project is the place to grow your career. Role: Project Manager Status: Contract, 12 months outside IR35 Location: Thornton-Cleveleys Addison Project Plc are seeking expressions of interest...

Role: Project Manager Status: Contract, 12 months outside IR35 Location: Harlow Addison Project Plc are seeking a PSC contractor to provide Project Management services to support a project in Greater London. Workscope: * To Provide engineering design-based Project Management services from Front End through detailed design. * Full responsibility for the delivery to install a new process integrated into an operational manufacturing plant. Services to be provided: * Complete project management services from Front End through detailed design * Day-to-day client interface and stakeholder management * Provide guidance to client teams and the construction manager * Plan and control scope, schedule, cost and risk * Coordinate multi-discipline design (Process, Mech, EC&I, Civils/Struct) and constructability reviews. * Lead all on site activites, proactive client, design and construction team communication is key for this role *...