78 jobs found in Whitehaven

Residential Support Workers - Adult Complex Care Company: Randstad Care (Recruiting for Walsingham Support) Location: West Cumbria (Whitehaven, Maryport, Egremont) & Carlisle Pay: Up to £15.77/hr URGENT: Serious, Reliable Professionals Only Randstad Care is seeking dedicated Support Workers for Walsingham Support. This isn't just a shift-filling role; we are looking for the backbone of our residents' daily lives-individuals who provide stability, safety, and dignity to adults with complex needs. About the Role: As a Residential Support Worker, you will support adults with Learning Disabilities, Physical Disabilities, and Sensory Impairments. Your work bridges the gap between a resident's limitations and their aspirations. What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like: Complex Care Delivery: Providing essential nursing and personal care, ensuring health needs are monitored with the highest clinical and safety standards. Empowering Independence: Helping residents navigate daily...

Contract Commissioning Engineer – Nuclear Project West Cumbria | Site-Based An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commissioning Engineer to join a major nuclear construction project in West Cumbria. The project forms a critical part of the UK’s long-term nuclear decommissioning programme, delivering a modern facility to safely treat and encapsulate legacy nuclear waste for secure storage. This is a key role within a large, complex infrastructure project operating in a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities * Witness vendor testing and factory acceptance tests * Prepare commissioning test specifications and documentation * Carry out early inspection of installations to support system handovers * Execute commissioning and testing activities during the Integrated Plant Commissioning (IPC) phase * Identify faults and implement effective technical solutions * Coordinate Commissioning Technicians and support...

Pay: £25.00-£34.00 per hour Job Description: HGV Technician Whitehaven area Days – 37 - 8am-4pm Ongoing Questech Automotive Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of their client for an experienced HGV Technician. This is a days role and can be PAYE, UMBRELLA OR LTD. We are looking for Technicians/mechanics from a Commercial, HGV, PSV or LGV background. You will be an apprentice trained, fully qualified Technician that has experience working with a variety of LGV or HGV vehicles ROLE * Conduct routine inspections and comprehensive diagnostics on HGVs to identify faults and issues. * Perform repairs and maintenance on vehicle systems, including engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, and electrical components. * Utilise fabrication, welding, soldering, and schematics to carry out specialised repairs or modifications. * Use hand tools, power tools, and specialised equipment such as excavators and forklifts to facilitate repairs and maintenance tasks. *...

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor at different levels to be engaged on a contract basis, based in Whitehaven. Your Purpose: We are looking for a well-rounded Quantity Surveyor with Pre and Post Contract experience on Infrastructure projects, in any the following sectors: * Highways (National or Local Transport) * Rail * Energy (Nuclear, Renewables, Carbon Capture) * Utilities (Water, Communication, Etc) * MOD * Aviation What you can bring: * Have a quantity surveying / commercial degree or equivalent qualification. Have/are working towards a recognised chartership. * Experience in administering the NEC suite of contracts. Experience in commercially managing Infrastructure projects. i.e. within at least one sector. * Have good knowledge of the standard methods of measurement – Highways and CESMM. Have good understanding of procurement documents required in the preparation of an ITT. * Have a good understanding of...

Support Worker - Residential Care Description Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Join our dedicated team as a Support Worker in residential care settings across Carlisle and Egremont. You'll be providing essential support to adults with diverse needs, helping them live as independently as possible. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a rewarding career in a supportive environment. Position: Support Worker Shift: Flexible shifts including Days (08:00 - 20:00; 14:00 - 21:00) and Waking Nights (20:00 - 08:00) Salary: Competitive pay rates Location: Carlisle and Egremont (West Cumbria, Whitehaven, Maryport) Advantages Why join Randstad? We value our team and offer: Free accredited training to boost your skills. Competitive pay that reflects your hard work. Flexible working patterns managed easily through our shift app. A dedicated specialist point of contact to support you. The chance to gain experience supporting individuals with learning...

Job Description An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with in-pond mechanical handling experience to design rigs, tooling, and storage equipment, and to support design substantiation and regulatory marking requirements within a major project design team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team working on a high-profile project within a highly regulated sector. The role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment delivering a project of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager, multidisciplinary project teams, and the client on a fast-paced project. Key Responsibilities Provide Lessons From Experience (LFE) and apply knowledge of operational plant constraints throughout the project delivery process. Produce non-functional requirements (NFR), feasibility studies, and Design Intent Reports (DIRs) to justify and support...

Job Description An opportunity has arisen for an experienced CE&I Design Engineer with site experience supporting mechanical handling operations, upgrading existing electrical power systems, and delivering control, electrical, and instrumentation (CE&I) security-related improvements to join a major project design team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team working on a high-profile infrastructure project within a highly regulated sector. The role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment delivering a project of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager, multidisciplinary project teams, and the client on a fast-paced project. Key Responsibilities Ensure all plans, drawings, and CE&I deliverables are produced accurately and in line with project requirements. Manage and maintain design documentation, including drawings and technical specifications....

Job Description An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with in-pond mechanical handling experience to design rigs, tooling, and storage equipment to join a major project design team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team working on a high-profile infrastructure project within the nuclear sector. The role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment delivering a project of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager, multidisciplinary project teams, and the client on a fast-paced project. Key Responsibilities Ensure all plans, drawings, and quantities are accurate and suitable for engineering calculations. Manage and control design documentation, including drawings and technical specifications. Maintain configuration control of engineering deliverables. Liaise with client designers and other discipline teams to ensure compliance...

Job Description An opportunity has arisen for an experienced CS&A Design Engineer with site experience in upgrading civil infrastructure and undertaking structural design and loading assessments of in-pond equipment. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team working on a high-profile infrastructure project within the nuclear sector. The role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment delivering a project of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager, multidisciplinary project teams, and the client on a fast-paced project. Key Responsibilities Produce non-functional requirements (NFR) and feasibility documentation to justify and support design decisions. Prepare construction documentation, including undertaking detailed site surveys to inform design development. Ensure all plans, drawings, and quantities are accurate and suitable for technical calculations....

Job Description An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Process Design Engineer with experience in small-scale in-pond abatement deployment and local silt/swarf removal to join a major project design team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team working on a high-profile infrastructure project within the nuclear sector. The role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment delivering a project of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager, multidisciplinary project teams, and the client on a fast-paced project. Key Responsibilities Provide Lessons From Experience (LFE) and apply knowledge of operational plant constraints throughout the project delivery process. Ensure all plans, drawings, and quantities are accurate and suitable for technical calculations. Produce and manage design documentation, including drawings and technical specifications. Control and...

Job Description An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior CE&I Design Engineer with site experience supporting mechanical handling operations, upgrading existing electrical power systems, and delivering control, electrical, and instrumentation (CE&I) security-related improvements to join a major project design team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team working on a high-profile infrastructure project within the nuclear sector. The role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment delivering a project of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager, multidisciplinary project teams, and the client on a fast-paced project. Key Responsibilities Provide Lessons From Experience (LFE) and apply knowledge of operational plant constraints throughout project delivery. Review and approve Technical Queries and technical documentation to enable site works to...

Job Description An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior CS&A Design Engineer with site experience in upgrading civil infrastructure, structural design, and loading assessments of in-pond equipment, along with the ability to oversee facility upgrades, to join a major project design team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team working on a high-profile infrastructure project within the nuclear sector. The role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment to deliver a project of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager, multi-disciplinary project teams, and the client on a fast-paced project. Key Responsibilities Provide Lessons From Experience (LFE) and apply knowledge of operational plant constraints throughout project delivery. Review and approve Technical Queries (TQs) to enable site works to progress safely and efficiently. Assist with formal...

FLT Driver - Immediate Start! Location: Aspatria Pay: £14.00 per hour Shifts: Monday to Friday, 7am to 3pm - must be flexible to cover annual leave and sickness on shifts Contract: Temporary, ongoing Our client, an award-winning employer with an outstanding reputation in their industry, is looking for a Counterbalance Forklift Truck (FLT) Driver to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a respected company that values its employees. Key Responsibilities: Safely operate a Counterbalance FLT to move and manage goods within the warehouse Load and unload materials from delivery vehicles Store products in designated areas in line with warehouse procedures Assist with stock control and inventory management Maintain a clean and organised work environment Adhere to all health and safety regulations at all timesRequirements: Valid and up-to-date Counterbalance FLT licence Proven experience operating a Counterbalance FLT Good awareness of health and safety...

Production Operative Our client in Aspatria is seeking a temporary Production Operative to join their team. This role is working Monday to Friday, 7:00am-3:00pm. Key Responsibilities: Heavy lifting and manual handling of products Unpacking and preparing products for processing Following all Health & Safety procedures at all times Requirements: Physically fit due to the nature of the role A strong team player with good communication skills Reliable, hardworking, and committed to maintaining high standardsPlease email your up to date CV and call us to (phone number removed) Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

HGV Technician Carlisle Days – 38 - 45 hour week Ongoing Questech Automotive Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a Council client for an experienced Vehicle Technician. This is a days role and can be PAYE, UMBRELLA OR LTD. Salary from £25ph for PAYE candidates and £33ph LTD If you are self employed and have your own LTD Company, or are looking for a temp to perm position then please get in touch. We are looking for Technicians/mechanics from a Commercial, HGV, PSV or LGV background. You will be an apprentice trained, fully qualified Technician that has experience working with a variety of LGV or HGV vehicles ROLE * Electrical, mechanical and hydraulic fault diagnosis, repair and installation * Setting and operating of machine tools and equipment * Department of Transport (MOT) testing duties (if approved tester) * Support workshops team members including Apprentice Technicians as required. * Accurately record time to complete jobs and associated...

MFL Teacher Secondary School | Full-Time or Part-Time | £110-£160 per day Are you an inspiring linguist looking for your next rewarding role? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated MFL Teacher or Instructor to join a vibrant, OFSTED-rated 'Good' secondary school in Ulverston. Starting ASAP on a long-term basis through to Summer 2026, this position is open to both fully qualified teachers and experienced instructors. You will join a supportive department that prides itself on cultural enrichment and academic success. The Role As an MFL Specialist, you will be an integral part of the secondary faculty, responsible for: High-Quality Delivery: Teaching French, Spanish, or German across KS3 and KS4. GCSE Preparation: Guiding Year 10 and 11 students through their exams with a focus on attainment and confidence. Creative Planning: Designing interactive lessons that bring language to life through culture, media, and authentic texts. Assessment & Feedback: Tracking pupil...

Recruiting a Catering Assistant for temp work in Barrow in Furness. * The frequency of bookings will be typically holiday cover, and the specific dates will be as requested by the client. * Must have Food Safety 2 and Food Allergens Certificates. * Catering assistant must be reliable and hardworking with experience in basic till work and basic food prep and service. IND/LS

Pipefitters – Shipbuilding / Heavy Industry Barrow-in-Furness | 12-Month Contract (Likely Extension) Morson Talent is recruiting time-served Pipefitters for a major shipbuilding client in Barrow. This is a long-term opportunity working on complex, high-value marine and heavy industrial projects. The Role Manufacture, fabrication & installation of small and large bore pipe spools Working in the Pipe Shop and onboard ship Preparing and fabricating pipework ready for installation Working with various materials to tight tolerances Requirements Time-served Pipefitter (trade papers required) Previous shipbuilding, marine, or heavy industry experience preferred Strong understanding of SHE processes, PPE & RPE Ability to read and interpret technical drawings Experience with datum, imperial measurements & shock clearance Cutting and preparation of non-target material pipework Pay & Shifts 3 on / 4 off days  Locals: £24.12 PAYE | Non-locals: £32.12 PAYE 3 on/ 4 off...

PE Global is currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Technician for a leading multi-national oilfield services company and a leader in digital solutions for subsurface and surface engineering, based in Barrow in Furness. This is an initial 6 months contract position working on site in Barrow in Furness. Pay rate is £18.00 per hour. Duties of the role/Responsibilities • Perform technical duties on functional work group projects. • Employ test techniques and procedures for key cell projects. • Use job packets, routings, work orders, wire lists, quality travellers and bills of material. • Maintain production tools and equipment. • Perform troubleshooting to diagnose product, process or program defects and repair them. • Ensure ability to: read blueprints; identify components; perform wire preparation, stripping and crimping; perform harness repair and termination; use pertinent manual hand tools. • Maintain skills in electronics, hydraulics and mechanical assemblies, automated...

Manufacturing Technician Initial 6‑month contract (extension possible based on performance) About the Role We are looking for a skilled and motivated Manufacturing Technician to join our production team. You will play a key role in supporting electronic, mechanical, or systems-based manufacturing activities, ensuring high-quality output through hands-on technical work, testing, troubleshooting, and process control. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical, technical work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is confident working with tools, assemblies, and production documentation. Key Responsibilities Carry out technical tasks across assigned functional areas (electronic, mechanical, or systems). Perform tests, measurements, and process controls to support production and project requirements. Work from job packets, routings, work orders, wire lists, quality travellers, and bills of material. Maintain and operate production tools, equipment, and automated...