239 engineering jobs found in Wickford

Head of Software Engineering | 18 Month FTC | London Hybrid | £150K Overview: A global financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Software Engineering to lead the delivery of its critical software platforms. You will oversee end-to-end engineering, ensuring solutions are delivered predictably, to high standards, and operate reliably. Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer, you will shape technology strategy, align delivery with business goals, and contribute to governance on project delivery and risk. This is a high-impact role for a leader who thrives in fast-paced, complex environments and is passionate about driving innovation, operational excellence, and engineering quality across enterprise systems. Role & Responsibilities: Lead engineering teams in building, modernising, integrating, and operating critical platforms and proprietary applications. Define and execute technical and delivery strategy across platforms, APIs, and workflow...

Job Title: Engineering Lecturer Location: Slough Start Date: Immediate start Salary Range: £35-£40 per hour Do you have several years of experience in Engineering? Are you passionate about teaching and eager to inspire the next generation? Are you looking to work in an inclusive and diverse environment? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream college based in Slough. The college provides high standards of education and has recently been awarded an ‘Good’ OFSTED rating. This thriving, modern and diverse place to study offers opportunities both inside and outside of lessons to promote student engagement, helping their young people to flourish both academically and personally. The Head Teacher is looking to take on an experienced Engineering Lecturer with teaching experience, on a Long-Term basis. The successful Engineering Lecturer will be teaching passionate and focused students the skills necessary to pursue a career in the field.  The role will be paramount...

Job title: Assembler Location: Wickford Pay rate: Up to £16 per hour depending on experience Job type: Contract Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pm The role of Assembler: Carrying out mechanical assembly Following engineering drawings  The Assembler should have the following experience: Previous mechanical assembly experience would be beneficial Able to follow engineering Good attitude and willingness to learn Reliable  If you are interested in this Assembler position, please click apply now or call Molly at Orion Reading today. Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately, we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website. INDMAN

Position: Mechanical Assembler Salary: £13.00ph - £16:50ph Location: Wickford Hours: 08:00am - 16:30pm - Full Time 40 hours per week - Proactive are currently in search of multiple Mechanical Assemblers for a world leading Aerospace and Automotive company based in Essex. They are at the forefront of delivering the parts that matters to their customers. Through innovation and collaboration, they have put their customers ahead of the competition in the automotive and aerospace industry. Responsibilities Responsible for the mechanical assembly of company products. Achieve production targets and Work from engineering drawings. Adhere to Health and Safety regulations and law. Use of various hand tools Clock in/out and fill in timecards correctly. Promote safe and efficient systems, assembly, and production. Communicate to the Team Leader, Assembly Manager or Workshop Manager giving feedback on all aspects that would affect completion or quality of our products. Assist in...

Job Title: CNC Setter Pay: £16.50–£20.00 per hour (PAYE), £22-£26 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: 3 months with likely extension Location: Wickford Shifts: Early: 6:00am–2:15pm Middle: 2:00pm–10:15pm Night: 10:00pm–6:15amWe are looking for an experienced CNC Setter to join a busy engineering team on a 3‑month contract, with strong potential to extend. Key Duties Setting and running CNC machines Loading CNC programs and making minor modifications Working from engineering drawings Preparing tools and checking materials Running 1st offs and carrying out basic inspections Daily machine checks and preventative maintenance Deburring components and completing job sheetsRequirements CNC knowledge (Fanuc/Siemens/Heidenhain) Good understanding of tools, materials, and machinery Strong communication and teamwork skillsDesirable Experience in automation, automotive, aerospace, pneumatics, inspection, or similar environments  Interested? Apply today, or call Alessandra at Orion Recruitment...

Job Title: CNC Operator Location: Wickford Job Type: Contract - 3 months - likely extension Pay: £16.50–£20.00 per hour (PAYE), £22-£26 per hour (Umbrella) Hours: Monday–Friday, 6:00am–2:15pm We are looking for an experienced CNC Operator to join a manufacturing team in Wickford. Key Duties of the CNC Operator  Operating CNC machines Working from engineering drawings Preparing tools and checking materials Deburring components and completing job sheets Daily machine checks and basic maintenance Keeping the work area clean and safe Following company quality and health & safety proceduresRequirements of the CNC Operator  CNC experience (Fanuc/Siemens/Heidenhain) Good knowledge of tools, machinery and materials Able to work to deadlines Good communication and teamwork skills Own tools requiredDesirable Experience in automation, automotive, aerospace, pneumatics, inspection, or similar environments  Interested? Apply today, or call Alessandra at Orion Recruitment (Reading) for...

Terminal Operator 12 month - 24 month £15 - £17 per hour PAYE Corringham, Essex   Certain Advantage are working on behalf of one of the world's leading energy companies, who plays a key role in meeting the world's growing energy demand in economically, environmentally, and socially responsible ways.   There has never been a more exciting time to be part of the energy industry. Join us in our clients companies ambition to be a net-zero emissions energy business by 2050, and sooner if that is possible.   The Role: You will be working in the operations team predominately out on site looking after safety, product quality, tank farm and maritime operations. You must have a valid driver’s license. A knowledge of Product Quality compliance and or tank farm operations is beneficial but not essential. Training will be provided. The potential to progress into a staff role.  What are we looking for? Are you a team player, creative, enjoy hands on roles and want to develop yourself both...

Client Representative / Site Representative - Highways Enabling Works 📍 Essex (Chelmsford) - Fully Site Based 📅 6 Month Contract (Strong Possibility of Extension) 💰 Up to £500 per day DOE We are currently supporting a major infrastructure and renewable energy project and are looking for an experienced Client / Site Representative to support the delivery of highways enabling works on a large-scale development. This is a fully site-based role in Essex where you will act as the client's representative, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with contractual and quality expectations. The Role You will support the delivery of enabling works required ahead of construction on a major infrastructure project, including road widening and utility diversions to facilitate access to the main site. The role will involve extensive coordination with contractors, local authorities, utility providers and other stakeholders, ensuring the works progress smoothly and...

Job Opportunity: Self-Employed Heating Engineers – Ongoing Service Contract Location: Chelmsford Client: National Heating Contractor (Local Authority Sector) Contract Type: Ongoing, Self-Employed About the Role: Example Recruitment Group is seeking experienced self-employed heating engineers to join a well-established national heating contractor. You will be working on a long-term service contract with a local housing association, providing landlord gas safety checks. Key Details: * Work Type: Landlord Gas Safety Checks * Commitment: Ideally 5 days per week (minimum 3 days per week considered) * Contract Length: Ongoing * Payment Terms: Weekly, one week in arrears * Rate: £24 per completed property Benefits: * Local Work: Jobs booked in one area for the day * Weekly Payments: No need to chase invoices * Flexibility: Monday to Friday, with part-time options (min. 3 days per week) * Pre-Booked Appointments: All appointments are scheduled via a PDA...

Example Recruitment Group is currently recruiting on behalf of a well established National Heating contractor operating within the Local Authority sector. They require a self-employed Domestic Gas Service Engineer to carry out annual landlord gas safety checks for a Local Council. Earn between £230 - £345 per day Contract details below: Work Type: Annual landlord gas safety checks (CP12s) - pre-booked appointments via PDA Location: SS postcodes Working days: Monday to Friday 5 days per week Contract Length: Ongoing Rates: £23 per completed property (average 10-15 completed jobs per day) Payment Terms: Weekly one week in hand Requirements: - Experience servicing boilers and gas appliances - ACS qualifications including cookers and fires - Gas Safe Registration - Van - Calibrated flue gas analyser - £2m Public Liability Insurance To apply for this vacancy please use an up to date CV and we will be in touch to discuss the role and provide further information

Job Title: Commercial Director - Major complex project Role Purpose The Commercial Director will lead all commercial, contractual, and procurement activities across a major complex programme. This role is critical in ensuring robust commercial governance, effective risk management, and value optimisation across one of the UK's most complex infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities Strategic Commercial Leadership Develop and implement the overarching commercial strategy aligned with programme objectives. Act as a key member of the senior leadership team, advising on commercial risk, opportunities, and market conditions. Lead commercial input into business case development, funding approvals, and stakeholder reporting.Contract & Procurement Management Oversee procurement strategy and execution for major works packages (e.g. tunnelling, highways, structures, enabling works). Lead negotiations for high-value, complex contracts (e.g. NEC, FIDIC or bespoke forms). Ensure...

Job Title: Senior Commercial Manager - Complex Works (Highways Major Project) Role Purpose The Senior Commercial Manager will lead commercial management across complex enabling and civils works packages within a major highways programme. This includes ground investigation, archaeology, ecology, drainage, and major civil engineering works, ensuring robust cost control, risk management, and contract administration throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Commercial Leadership (Package-Level) Lead commercial management for multiple complex works packages across the programme. Provide strategic commercial advice to Project Directors and Delivery Leads. Ensure alignment with overarching programme commercial strategy.Procurement & Contract Management Develop and deliver procurement strategies for enabling and civils works packages. Manage tender processes, evaluation, and contract award. Administer and manage contracts (primarily NEC3/NEC4), ensuring compliance...

Astute's Power team are looking to recruit an Electrical Instrumentation and Control Site Supervisor on a 12-month contract for a project in Essex from June 2026. Key skills Take ownership of EIC site activities across electrical, instrumentation, and control systems Act as the key on-site interface between contractors, site management, and engineering teams Support installation, testing, and commissioning to meet programme milestones Drive safe, efficient execution aligned to project timelines and quality standards Provide practical, on-the-ground leadership to ensure work is delivered right first time Lead and enforce HSEQ standards, ensuring all works are carried out in line with approved RAMS Coordinate subcontractors and vendors to maintain progress and resolve issues quickly Manage defects, punch lists, and completion activities through to close-out Support testing, commissioning, and fault-finding across EIC systems Raise and manage site changes, deviations, and interface...

Yard operative - Tilbury, Essex 3 shifts - Mon-Fri rotating weekly shifts 6am-2pm, 8am-4pm and 10am-6pm. Job Purpose: To control the quality of incoming loads, making sure they tip in a safe manner in the relevant bays and report any issues relating to contamination. To remove as many unwanted materials as possible from the raw stock prior to its introduction to the Plant and make sure the yard is kept clean and tidy. Overview: Be responsible for controlling the movement of lorries within the yard maintaining a safe area at all times. Ensure all relevant SOP's and SWP's are always adhered to. Ensure the quality of raw stock piles are kept at optimum levels. Ensure that the quality of the processed material is maintained from its storage in the bay until being loaded and leaving site. Ensure the yard and weighbridge areas are kept clean and tidy at all times. Deal with weighbridge issues & queries as and when required. Be responsible for inspecting all incoming...

A coach building company based in Witham are looking for a Workshop Operative to join their busy team. We are looking for someone who has experience building mechanical products using hand and power tools working from engineering drawings. The rate of pay is up to £13.50ph, working 7am till 3.30pm Monday to Friday. Overtime is x1.33 weekdays and x1.5 on Saturdays. Workshop Operative duties:- Making trailers for lorries Use hand and power tools Work from engineering drawings Use fabrication machinery (training given) Use saws to cut wood and steelThis is a permanent role subject to you passing a 13 week probation. If you have the skills and experience needed for this Workshop Operative role, please apply! If you have any questions, please give Prime Appointments a call and ask for Simon. #Tier2

A growing truck body manufacturer based in Witham is looking to expand its team with experienced Welder Fabricators. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy, well-established company that values skilled tradespeople and high-quality workmanship. If you have experience in MIG welding, general fabrication, and a background in coachbuilding, trailer building, or automotive fabrication, we'd love to hear from you. What's on Offer Competitive hourly rate up to £15.00 per hour, depending on experience Overtime paid at 1.33x on weekdays and 1.5x on Saturdays Temporary to permament position Free on-site parking Working hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm Key Responsibilities MIG welding on custom-built truck bodies General fabrication using a range of hand and power tools Operating standard fabrication machinery Reading and interpreting engineering drawings What We're Looking For Proven experience in MIG welding and metal fabrication Background in automotive,...

Join a world-renowned aerospace and defence organisation as a Data Migration Engineer in Rochester full time onsite Would you like to join a global aerospace and defence organisation? Do you want to work as part of an organisation protecting people and maintaining maximum national security? Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for a Data Migration Engineer to add to their talented, hardworking team in Rochester on a 12 month contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. Rate: £42.11 per hour inside / Umbrella The role: The Data Migration Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and executing data migration solutions to support ERP data transformation into Oracle Cloud. The role ensures data is migrated accurately, securely, and efficiently, maintaining data integrity, quality, and compliance in accordance with business transformation rules. You'll work...

Premier work support is currently recruiting for a Dip Braze Operative to work Night shifts for our prestigious client based in the Dartford area on a temporary basis. Key responsibilities of this role: Dipper - to work closely with pasting departments on day-to-day workload and organise the order of braze for the day under the direction of the Workshop manager. To jig up all work for the oven. To work in the washroom, pre and post cleaning parts. To inspect brazed work in preparation for hardening or packing work to send out to customers. To clean the salt bath at regular intervals and to record this action has been taken. To take salt samples at regular intervals, as required and directed by Workshop Manager. To check chemicals as required. To check jigs and report any damage to the Workshop Manager and then repair as appropriate. To undertake any other duties as requested by the General Manager or Workshop Manager. General Responsibilities: General cleaning and maintenance of...

Premier work support is currently recruiting for a Dip Braze Operative for our prestigious client based in the Dartford area on a temporary basis. Key responsibilities of this role: Dipper - to work closely with pasting departments on day-to-day workload and organise the order of braze for the day under the direction of the Workshop manager. To jig up all work for the oven. To work in the washroom, pre and post cleaning parts. To inspect brazed work in preparation for hardening or packing work to send out to customers. To clean the salt bath at regular intervals and to record this action has been taken. To take salt samples at regular intervals, as required and directed by Workshop Manager. To check chemicals as required. To check jigs and report any damage to the Workshop Manager and then repair as appropriate. To undertake any other duties as requested by the General Manager or Workshop Manager. General Responsibilities: General cleaning and maintenance of work area....

Overview We are currently recruiting for an M&E Site Supervisor on behalf of a leading Mechanical & Electrical design and build contractor. The company offer a complete end to end design and installation service for projects throughout the Uk, primarily within commercial and industrial projects such as hotel and leisure, healthcare, retail, distribution warehouses and education. We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated M&E Site Supervisor to oversee the installation of mechanical and electrical services on a major project in Dartford, Kent. The development comprises three new-build warehouse units. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring quality, safety, and timely delivery throughout the construction process. This position is scheduled to commence on 27th April 2026 and continue through to practical completion in October 2026. Role Description * Manage site inductions and supervise subcontractors, ensuring compliance with risk...