49 jobs found in Desford

Senior Structural Engineer Location: Leicester (Hybrid - minimum 3 days per week in office) Rate: £40-£50 per hour Contract Length: Ongoing contract opportunity IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Hours: 37.5 hours per week Are you a Senior Structural Engineer looking for your next contract opportunity? We're working with an established building structures consultancy that is looking to strengthen its design team with an experienced Senior Structural Engineer in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong engineer who can hit the ground running and take responsibility for delivering structural design projects from day one. You will be working on a varied portfolio of building projects, providing detailed design solutions across residential, commercial and mixed-use developments. The role requires regular office presence, with a minimum of three days per week in the Leicester office, supporting collaboration with the wider engineering team, design...

Your new company You'll be joining a leading infrastructure and environmental services provider supporting major highways and asset maintenance projects across the UK. Due to an increasing workload of bridge inspections and ecological compliance surveys, there is a requirement for an experienced Class 2 Licenced Bat Ecologist to support projects across the Midlands and Yorkshire. Your new role As a Class 2 Licenced Bat Ecologist, you will carry out ecological bridge inspections, working alongside inspection teams and operating from elevated access platforms. You will assess structures for bat roost potential, record findings, and provide ecological advice to support infrastructure maintenance and improvement works. Key responsibilities may include: Conduct bat-focused bridge inspections Survey from MEWPs and access platforms Assess roost suitability and bat activity Record and report ecological findings Advise on mitigation and licencing requirements Ensure compliance with...

Job Title: Auto Electrical Technician – Military Vehicle Systems Location: Coventry CV6 Vacancy Type: Full-time, Temp/Contract (6 months). Salary: £35,000 per annum (Fixed-Term Contract with benefits) OR £25 per hour (Ltd Company Contractor) We're looking for experienced Auto Electrical Technicians to join our Coventry vehicle integration team as we prepare for significant upcoming project demand. This is a great opportunity to bring your automotive electrical expertise into a specialist defence environment, working hands-on with military vehicles and mission-critical electrical systems. The initial contract is for 3 months, with potential extensions as project requirements develop. If you're looking for an opportunity to apply your skills to something more challenging than standard automotive work, this could be a great time to join NP Aerospace. ​​ Contract Options We’re offering two engagement routes, depending on how you want to work: * £19 per hour on a Fixed-Term Contract...

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 Quantity Surveyor - Water Infrastructure - Long term contract opportunity Location: Tamworth (4 days office-based) Rate: (Apply online only) per day Outside IR35 I'm working exclusively with a large, well-established global consultancy that is expanding its commercial capability in the UK's water sector. They are supporting a major regional water supplier through the close-out of AMP7 projects and the delivery of a significant AMP8 capital investment programme, and are now looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their client-side team in Tamworth. This is a client facing position requiring strong commercial skills, excellent NEC knowledge and the ability to provide fast, accurate and pragmatic solutions to contractual and commercial challenges across a live framework. The Role The Senior Quantity Surveyor, will operate in a client-facing capacity, supporting both the resolution of legacy projects and the delivery of new capital works....

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Civils & RC Structures Location: Derby, DE21 7HX Rate: £450–£500 per day Contract: Outside IR35 Role Overview We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a project based in Derby. The successful candidate will have a strong commercial background within civil engineering, groundworks, reinforced concrete (RC) and concrete structures. This role requires someone capable of taking commercial ownership of their packages and working closely with the project and site teams to ensure works are delivered within budget and contractual requirements. Key Responsibilities * Take commercial responsibility for civils, groundworks and RC packages. * Manage project costs, budgets and commercial performance. * Prepare and manage valuations, applications for payment and variations. * Produce accurate cost forecasts and CVRs. * Identify, assess and manage commercial risks and opportunities. *...

Electrical Project Engineer – Controls ReeVR are recruiting for an Electrical Project Engineer – Controls to join a systems integrator delivering a major energy / battery storage project in Derby. The role will focus on the delivery of electrical and control systems, working across PLC, HMI and SCADA, with responsibility from design and testing through to commissioning and client handover. Key requirements: Electrical Project Engineering / Controls experience Strong PLC background – Siemens or Rockwell preferred ICONICS SCADA experience is essential HMI and industrial control systems FAT, SAT and commissioning experience Ability to work with customers and multidisciplinary engineering teams Strong technical documentation and project delivery skillsLocation: Derby – Hybrid Sector: Energy / Battery Energy Storage Start: Immediate IR35: Outside IR35

Systems Engineer – Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Derby 12-Month Contract £35 per hour Outside IR35 On-Site We are currently recruiting for an experienced Systems Engineer with a strong background in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to join a major engineering programme based in Derby. This is a 12-month contract opportunity working across complex engineering systems, supporting requirements, system architecture, modelling, integration, verification and validation activities. Key Responsibilities: * Lead systems engineering activities across the full engineering lifecycle * Develop and maintain system requirements and architectures * Carry out requirements analysis, decomposition, allocation and traceability * Develop MBSE models using SysML * Create functional, physical, behavioural and interface models * Define system architectures and interface specifications * Support system integration, verification and validation activities * Maintain...

Matchtech are working with a key client in Derby to support the recruitment of x2 Safety Assurance engineers to work on ETCS projects. These roles are 6 month initial contracts (with potential to extend) offering hybrid working and operating outside IR35. Role Definition This exciting role offers an opportunity to provide technical leadership and innovation within compliance in the context of an ETCS on-board retrofit project. Working as part of a close-knit team, the Safety Assurance Engineer shall be the referent on safety and assurance for the UK specific application of a ETCS On-Board retrofit project. The Safety Assurance Engineer will report to the Safety Assurance Manager. Key Accountabilities Produce and manage safety documentation Safety Management Plan System Definition Project Hazard Record GASC SASC IHA FMECA Support approval process, to obtain APIS for each train class Work directly with the Safety Assurance Manager, the assessors (AsBo, ISA), the Design &...

Job Title: Welder  Welder – Stainless Steel TIGLocation: Derby Rate: £19.00 - £20.00 per hour (Outside IR35) Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm Duration: 12-Month Contract We are looking for 2 Welders to join a busy engineering and manufacturing business in Derby on a long-term project. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Welder with strong TIG welding skills who is looking for consistent work, overtime opportunities, and a secure contract with a substantial workload. The successful Welder will be working primarily with stainless steel, producing box section frame assemblies for an ongoing customer project. The business has a significant pipeline of work and is looking to strengthen its welding team with skilled TIG professionals who can hit the ground running. The RoleAs a Welder, you will be responsible for: TIG welding stainless steel frames Working from engineering drawings Bench welding in a production environment Producing high-quality box section...

Are you an experienced Composite Trimmer/Fitter? Interested in a secure 6 month contract? Do you have solid Motorsport, F1 and/or Automotive experience? What We are currently sourcing experienced composite Trimmers for our East Midland's client for a 6 month contract starting asap. The role is outside IR35 paying £22 per hour and offers regular overtime outside the core Mon - Fri day shift. This is where you come in Applicants will have at least 5 years experience fitting carbon components within Aerospace, Motorsport and/or Automotive sectors. Solid long term contract with permanent opportunities for those interested. We look forward to hearing from you

Structural Engineer - Contract Derby £45.00-£50.00 per hour (outside IR35) Are you an experienced Structural Engineer available for your next contract? We have an urgent requirement for a talented Structural Engineer to join a well-established engineering team on a long-term contract, working on a portfolio of major multi-million-pound projects across a range of high-profile developments. As a Structural Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, analysis and delivery of structural engineering solutions on large-scale construction projects. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, producing structural calculations, reports and detailed designs while ensuring projects are delivered safely on time and within budget. Key responsibilities include: Producing structural designs, calculations and technical reports Managing project workloads and delivering engineering solutions to programme Working on complex, multi-million-pound construction projects Liaising with...

Structural Revit Technician - Contract Derby £40.00-£45.00 per hour (outside IR35) We are currently recruiting for an experienced Structural Technician to join a busy engineering consultancy in Derby on an urgent long-term contract. Working as part of an established design team, you will play a key role in producing high-quality structural drawings and technical detailing for complex building projects. As a Structural Technician, your responsibilities will include: Producing accurate structural drawings and detailing using AutoCAD Supporting the delivery of major construction projects valued at over £20 million Preparing drawings in line with current industry standards and BIM Level 2 requirements where applicable Working with a variety of structural materials including steel, reinforced concrete, timber and masonry Liaising closely with structural engineers and other design team members to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and accurately Assisting with project...

x2 D365 CE Developers Mainly remote, occasional travel to Derby Up to £425 per day Outside IR35 Initial 3-month contract We're looking for experienced D365 CE Developers to support a business delivering enhancements across a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement environment. This is a hands-on development role, focused on building secure, scalable and maintainable solutions across D365 CE, Azure integrations and the wider Microsoft technology stack. The role will suit someone who is comfortable working independently, engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders and contributing properly to solution design rather than simply picking up development tickets. What you'll be doing You'll be designing, developing and enhancing solutions within Dynamics 365 CE, including plugins, workflows, custom APIs, integrations and platform customisation. You'll also support Azure-based integration work, contribute to ALM and DevOps processes, and help ensure solutions are...

Are you an experienced Composite Trimmer? Interested in a secure 6 month contract? Want to work on an exciting, non motorsport project that's a little different? Read on. What We are currently sourcing experienced composite fitters for our East Midland's client for a 6 month contract starting asap. The role is outside IR35 paying £22 per hour and offers regular overtime outside the core Mon - Fri day shift. This is where you come in Applicants will have at least 5 years experience fitting carbon components within Aerospace, Motorsport and/or Automotive sectors. If you'd like further information or apply, we look forward to hearing from you

CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN (BEESTON, NOTTINGHAM) Position: Vehicle Technician Location: Beeston, Nottingham (NG9) Rate: £24.00 Per Hour (Outside IR35) CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – THE ROLE: We are currently looking for fully qualified Vehicle Technicians to work at our client’s workshop on an ongoing contractual basis. You will be responsible for carrying out service, maintenance and repair work on a wide range of motor vehicles. The contract is outside IR35 and the rate on offer is £24.00 per hour. CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – SKILLS REQUIRED: * Qualified to Level 3 NVQ/City & Guilds or similar in the relevant disciplines. * Experience carrying out repair and service work to a variety of vehicles. * Ability to diagnose and rectify a wide range of mechanical & electrical vehicle faults. * Knowledge of health and safety practices in the workshop. * UK Driving License and possess your own tools. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills....

Commissioning Engineer – Water Sector (Contract) Location: Midlands (Severn Trent Water Sites) Contract: Temporary / Contract Rate: £450–£500 per day (Outside IR35 subject to determination) We are currently recruiting for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the Severn Trent Water network in the Midlands. This is a site-based contract role, ideal for a commissioning professional with a strong MEICA background and proven experience working on UK water utility projects. The Role As a Commissioning Engineer, you will be responsible for testing, proving and bringing new water treatment facilities, wastewater treatment works and pumping stations into operation, ensuring systems are safe, reliable and fully operational before client handover. Key Responsibilities * Commissioning MEICA installations on water and wastewater treatment projects. * Carrying out Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), Site...

Job: Contract: Contract Asbestos Surveyor Location: Nottingham, Chesterfield Contract Length: Ongoing Rate: £250 - £260 p/d + Expenses IR35 Status: Outside of scope Benefits: Work will all be within a 30 minute drive in each direction from Nottingham and Chesterfield and will be 12 + months longevity. A P402 qualified Asbestos Surveyor is required for a job at a leading national consultancy who have a secured a long-term ( 1 year minimum) contract in the East Midlands area. The work will be domestic housing and surveys and all appointments will be pre-booked for you in advance. You will fully be working from home, and will set-out for your first appointment on a day from your home address. As this is a home based role you will be allocated your workload on a weekly basis and will be responsible for completing your surveys in an accurate and detailed manner, whilst ensuring the survey reports, supporting documentation and samples are received by the laboratory in a timely...

CONTRACT MOT TESTER Position: MOT Tester Location: Nottingham Rate: £24.00 Per Hour (Outside IR35) Hours: Monday-Friday 08:30-17:30 + Overtime & Saturday work available CONTRACT MOT TESTER – THE ROLE: Are you an MOT Tester looking for a new role? We have a fantastic opportunity available to work at our client’s workshop in the Nottingham area on an ongoing contractual basis. CONTRACT MOT TESTER – ESSENTIAL SKILLS: * You must hold a valid MOT License. * Knowledge of health and safety practices in the workshop. * You must hold a UK Driving License. * Good written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work as part of a productive team. * Excellent time management and organizational skills. Apply via this advert today and one of our experienced consultants will be in touch. Why work for Excel Resourcing? * Benefit from premium rates across the market. * Various long-term contract opportunities throughout the UK. * Flexible working when it...

Are you an experienced M&E Design Engineer in the rail sector looking for an autonomous role with genuine flexibility and career progression?   Rate: £400 - £450 Outside ir35 Duration: Initial 3-month contract with likely extensions   Location: Fully remote   This is an opportunity for a proactive, mid-level designer to join a busy team, offering a remote-first setup and a clear path to gaining your CRE status. You will be responsible for producing a variety of M&E designs for station projects, including lighting plots, report writing, and Sisscoms.   The role requires you to take initiative and work autonomously, managing interdisciplinary discussions and driving projects forward without the need for hand holding.   For candidates close to CRE level, dedicated mentorship is available to help you achieve that sign-off faster than in a larger company.   Please note, this role is initially full time with the expectation of 3 - 5 days worth of work a week past 3...