572 engineering jobs found in Preston

We are looking for an experienced FEED Area Engineering Manager to support major nuclear engineering programmes during the Front End Engineering Design (FEED) phase. Based in Warrington with hybrid working, this role is ideal for someone who excels in technical leadership and enjoys leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe and innovative engineering solutions. Salary Rate dependent on experience (contract role, initial 12 months). Location and Working Pattern Warrington office with hybrid working and site attendance at Sellafield as required. Client Overview Our client is a trusted delivery partner for complex engineering projects in highly regulated environments, specialising in safe and successful programme execution. Responsibilities Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams through FEED activities across multiple projects. Define and mature engineering scope, delivering strategies aligned with business objectives. Develop technically robust and legally...

Are you an experienced FEED Area Engineering Manager with a proven track record in leading multidisciplinary engineering teams within nuclear or similarly regulated industries? Do you possess extensive expertise in delivering Front End Engineering Design (FEED) phases, developing technical solutions from initial concept through to Gate 2, and managing project scope, risk, and stakeholder engagement effectively? If you thrive on challenging projects that require innovative engineering leadership and strategic collaboration, this opportunity offers a unique chance to influence major programmes at a large, progressive organisation committed to safety, excellence, and innovation. Read on or apply now to discover how you can be part of a dynamic team delivering high-impact nuclear projects. The Opportunity Our client is driven by a clear vision of safety, sustainability, and operational excellence. They cultivate a culture that fosters innovation, accountability, and continuous...

Engineering Surveyor required for a major bulk earthworks project in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established civil engineering contractor on a long-term infrastructure scheme, with an immediate start available. The Role * Setting out for bulk earthworks operations * Establishing and maintaining site control * Carrying out as-built surveys * Liaising with engineers and site management * Ensuring works are delivered accurately and in line with project specifications * Using Leica, Trimble or Topcon survey equipment Requirements * Previous experience as an Engineering Surveyor on civil engineering or earthworks projects * Competent with GPS/GNSS and robotic total stations * Ability to work independently and as part of the site team * Valid CSCS card * Full UK driving licence preferred What's on Offer * Start: ASAP * Location: Manchester * Duration: 6 months * Rate: £300–£400 per shift (depending on...

Job Title: Engineering Administrator  Location: East Riding of Yorkshire Salary: Depending on experience Consortium Professional Recruitment are pleased to be working with our client to recruit an Engineering Administrator for maternity cover to commence employment early September. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy Engineering department, supporting the smooth management of technical documentation, engineering records and project administration within a collaborative and professional environment. If you enjoy working with detailed information, supporting technical teams and ensuring documentation is accurate and well organised, this Engineering Administrator position offers the opportunity to develop your skills while playing an important role in successful project delivery. The Opportunity: As an Engineering Administrator you'll play a key role in: Recording and maintaining engineering drawings and technical documentation within the company database....

Position: Senior Highway Engineer Location: Preston, PR1 8RE Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Months Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Pay Rate: PAYE: £ 206.78 Per day Job Reference: (phone number removed)   Job Responsibilities Provide technical support and expertise on highway engineering projects. Design, review and assess highway engineering schemes. Ensure work complies with relevant legislation, standards and local authority requirements. Prepare and review technical reports, drawings and project documentation. Liaise with internal teams, contractors and external stakeholders. Monitor project progress and provide technical advice to support delivery. Assist with resolving engineering and design issues as they arise. Person Specification Must-Have Requirements Proven experience in highway engineering. Strong technical knowledge of highway design and engineering standards. Ability to prepare and review technical documentation. Excellent...

Tractor Driver - Immediate Start Location: Whittingham, Preston Start Date: ASAP Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm We are currently seeking an experienced Tractor Driver for an immediate start on a busy civil engineering project based in Whittingham, Preston. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor working on a long-term project with consistent hours and the potential for ongoing work. The Role As a Tractor Driver, you will be responsible for operating a tractor with a water bowser to carry out dust suppression across the site. You will play a key role in maintaining safe site conditions while supporting the wider site team and ensuring work is completed efficiently. Key Responsibilities Safely operate a tractor with a water bowser for dust suppression across the site. Carry out dust control in active work areas in line with site requirements. Transport water around the site as required to maintain safe working conditions. Complete daily...

HGV Class 1 Driver – Nights | LancashireArea Drive for a leading parcel distribution company with enhanced pay rates and excellent benefits! Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 driver looking for a rewarding night shift role in the Preston ? (AD HOC work also available) Join a well-known parcel distributor where your skills will be valued and you’ll play a vital role in keeping goods moving efficiently across regional hubs. This long-distance driving opportunity offers consistent schedules, enhanced pay for weekends, overtime, and bank holidays, making it perfect for drivers who want stable hours and competitive earnings. Have you worked for Royal Mail, DHL, or Evri ? If so, this could be the next step in your driving career! Why you'll love this role: * Starting at £18.15PH and Enhanced rates for weekend, bank holiday, and overtime work £25.25 (After 8 hours) * Work for a reputable parcel distributor with clear, predictable night routes * Opportunity to work...

About Us Pure Healthcare are the UK’s leading healthcare recruitment agency, committed to delivering service excellence. We have many years of framework healthcare recruitment experience. We have built up a wide network of contacts, clients and resources within our business to support clinicians throughout their professional career whilst also supporting healthcare organisations with their gaps in service to ensure patient care and quality. Our specialist consultants are dedicated to finding you the perfect role. The Role: Pure Healthcare Group are currently seeking a Biomedical Scientist to work in a Haematology and Blood Transfusion department with our client in Preston.    Job Ref: PHG05249 Job Title: Biomedical Scientist  Department: Haematology and Blood Transfusion Pay Rates: £26 per hour   Hours: 37.5 hours per week Duration: Ongoing   Location: Preston To be considered for the role you must have the following: Valid Right to Work Documentation 3+ years NHS...

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Gas Engineer to join an ever growing company on a sub-contracting basis working with Prestige skills & our clients. Due to the expansion we are giving the right candidates the chance to join our professional and dynamic team. All applicants must be experienced & qualified gas engineers with CCN1/CMA1 and MET1 Qualifications All applicants must have their own van and tools. Skills ·Experience in a similar role ·Must be a team player ·Have a good work ethic ·Fantastic customer service skills About the Role The role will be, working as a metering engineer attending faulty gas meters which would need exchanging, installing or repairing. You will be expected to carry out a number of tasks which include visual inspections of gas appliances, standing and working pressure checks and, alteration of meter locations. The role is fully customer focused, carrying out essential works driven by the HSE. If you would like to be...

ADT & Forward Tipping Dumper Drivers Required – Ongoing Work 🚧 Recruit 360 are currently looking for experienced ADT (Articulated Dump Truck) Drivers and Forward Tipping Dumper Drivers for ongoing work on a busy construction and civil engineering project. 📍 Location: PR26 💷 Rate: £19.50 per hour 📅 Start Date: ASAP ⏳ Duration: Long-term / Ongoing Work 🔧 Duties: * Operating ADT or Forward Tipping Dumper safely on site * Moving muck, aggregates and construction materials * Working alongside groundworkers and plant operators * Carrying out daily machine checks and reporting defects * Following all site Health & Safety procedures * Supporting site operations where required 🧰 Requirements: * Valid CPCS or NPORS ticket for ADT or Forward Tipping Dumper * Previous experience operating the relevant machine * Full PPE * Reliable, punctual and safety conscious * Ability to work well as part of a site team 💼 Benefits: * Long-term ongoing work * Weekly pay *...

About Us Pure Healthcare are the UK’s leading healthcare recruitment agency, committed to delivering service excellence. We have many years of framework healthcare recruitment experience. We have built up a wide network of contacts, clients and resources within our business to support clinicians throughout their professional career whilst also supporting healthcare organisations with their gaps in service to ensure patient care and quality. Our specialist consultants are dedicated to finding you the perfect role. The Role: Pure Healthcare Group are currently seeking a Biomedical Scientist to work in a Haematology and Blood Transfusion department with our client in Blackburn.     Job Ref: PHG05250 Job Title: Biomedical Scientist  Department: Haematology and Blood Transfusion Pay Rates: £26 per hour   Hours: 37.5 hours per week Duration: Ongoing   Location: Blackburn To be considered for the role you must have the following: Valid Right to Work Documentation 3+ years NHS...

Fabricators | Rail & Infrastructure A leading UK steel fabrication company is looking for experienced Fabricators to join their growing team working on major engineering projects within the rail and infrastructure sector. If you have experience working with medium to heavy structural steelwork and are looking for secure, contract work with excellent rates, we want to hear from you. The Role You'll be involved in the fabrication and welding of structural steel components for large-scale engineering and infrastructure projects. Key duties include: Fabrication and welding of medium to heavy steelwork Working from engineering drawings Maintaining high quality and safety standards Supporting rail and infrastructure engineering projects What We're Looking For Experienced or qualified Fabricators and/or Welders Background in medium to heavy structural steelwork Ability to work from technical drawings Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship Reliable and...

Switchgear Test/Commissioning Engineer Blackburn | £17.87 per hour | Excellent Career Opportunity We're recruiting a Commissioning Engineer to join a leading engineering manufacturer delivering modular electrical and power solutions for critical infrastructure projects. The Role Commission and test modular electrical systems and LV switchgear Carry out in-house and on-site commissioning Complete testing, commissioning and handover documentation Support first-of-kind (FOK) testing and equipment integration Fault-find electrical systems and resolve technical issues Work closely with project teams and customers Requirements Previous experience as a Commissioning or Test Engineer Electrical background with knowledge of LV switchgear Level 3 Electrical or Engineering qualification Able to read electrical drawings and fault-find Flexible to travel to customer sites when required Desirable Data Centre experience PDU experience Level 4 HTQ Engineering qualification What's on...

Semi-Skilled Fabrication Operatives Blackburn | Excellent Overtime | We're recruiting Semi-Skilled Fabrication Operatives to join a busy structural steel fabrication facility in Blackburn. The Role Assisting within a busy fabrication shop Grinding and finishing fabricated steelwork Drilling steel components Operating guillotines and other fabrication equipment Using overhead cranes (preferred) Supporting welders and fabricators to meet production targets What We're Looking For Previous experience in a welding or fabrication environment Experience using grinders and drills Guillotine and overhead crane experience advantageous Reliable with a strong work ethic Able to work safely in a heavy engineering environment Hours Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 4:30pm Friday: 7:30am - 3:15pm Contract Pay Rates First 40 Hours: £19.26 per hour Over 40 Hours (Mon-Fri): £22.92 per hour Saturday: £25.78 per hour Sunday: £34.38 per hour Regular overtime available To apply, contact...

Senior Civils Estimator – Water Infrastructure Location: Garstang, Preston (3 days per week) Rate: £500 per day (Freelance) Opportunity: Strong potential to transition into a permanent position Join a Leading Tier One Contractor Delivering Major Infrastructure Projects An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Civils Estimator to join a highly respected Tier One contractor delivering a strong pipeline of major water infrastructure projects. This is a fantastic opportunity for an estimator who wants to be part of a forward-thinking business with long-term workload security, excellent future opportunities, and involvement in some of the industry's most important infrastructure schemes. Starting on a freelance basis at £500 per day, this role offers the added benefit of a strong likelihood of moving into a permanent position for the right person. The Role You will play a key role in developing accurate, competitive estimates for self-delivered civil...

Supplier Quality Engineer (Automotive) Bolton 12-Month Fixed Term Contract Days Role £42,000 + Bonus About the Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Supplier Quality Engineer to join a global automotive technology manufacturer at its Bolton facility on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced quality professional to influence supplier performance, support new product launches and drive continuous improvement across a global supply chain. Key Responsibilities - Supplier Quality Engineer Support the approval and qualification of new suppliers through management system and process audits. Manage supplier activities throughout New Product Introduction (NPI), ensuring project deadlines are achieved. Lead Supplier APQP and PPAP approval activities. Conduct ongoing supplier audits and assessments to maintain supplier approval status. Develop suppliers through training, coaching and deployment of quality standards....

360 Excavator Operator (GPS) Location: Horwich (BL5), Manchester, Warrington & Preston Recruit 360 are currently recruiting experienced 360 Excavator Operators with GPS experience for multiple long-term projects across the North West, including Horwich (BL5), Manchester, Warrington and Preston. We are working in partnership with several well-established and highly reputable groundworks, civil engineering and infrastructure contractors, offering consistent work on a variety of residential and commercial developments. * Valid CPCS or NPORS 360 Excavator Operator card. * Proven GPS machine control experience. * Previous experience working on residential and commercial groundworks/civils projects. * Full PPE. * Ability to provide a minimum of three recent work references from previous employers where you have carried out the same role. * Strong understanding of health & safety on site. * Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team. * *...

Freelance Site Supervisor / Foreman / Site Manager Blackpool Region I'm currently working with a well-established client who is looking to appoint an experienced Site Supervisor, Foreman or Site Manager to oversee a programme of highway resurfacing works across Lancashire. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with a strong highways, surfacing or civil engineering background to take ownership of multiple live sites, acting as the client's representative and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standards. You'll be responsible for overseeing 3-4 live resurfacing schemes at any one time, managing contractor performance, monitoring programme delivery and ensuring quality and safety standards are maintained throughout the works. This role would suit someone who enjoys being out on site, building strong relationships with contractors and stakeholders, and taking a proactive approach to project delivery. Key Responsibilities Overseeing...

Apply today to work as a Warehouse Operative for our client's site, which deals mainly with chocolate bars and sweets! Staffline is recruiting Warehouse Operatives in Skelmersdale. The rate of pay is £12.71 - £13.54 per hour. This is a full-time role working 4 on 4 off days and nights, the hours of work are: - Rotating shifts 6am to 6pm & 6pm to 6am - Sunday to Thursday 6am to 6pm - Monday to Friday 6am to 2pm - Monday to Friday 2pm to 10pm - Monday to Friday 10pm to 6am Your Time at Work As a Warehouse Operative, your duties will include: - Case picking - General warehouse duties - Using MHE (training provided) - Loading/unloading containers Please note that there will be some heavy lifting. Our Perfect Worker Our perfect worker must have good communication skills and not be scared of working at heights due to the possibility of being trained on VNA. MHE experience is desirable but not essential. Experience in a similar role is required....

Contract PSV Engineer “Are you looking for ongoing opportunities as a Contract PSV Engineer?” Why work as a Venatu Contractor? Wages paid weekly. Roles inside and outside of IR35. Local work wherever possible, as well as national opportunities, short and long-term contracts available. Developing your skill set, training courses subject to meeting the criteria. Technical backup from a qualified engineer. What you will be doing as the PSV Engineer: Carry out repair and maintenance to exceed DVSA standards. Diagnostics and repair of mechanical faults including steering, brakes, air systems, driveline but not limited to. Diagnostics and repair of electrical, and body systems. Use diagnostic equipment to assist diagnostics. Routine inspection and servicing to maintain roadworthiness and MOT standards. Carry out major unit changes and repairs where applicable. Complete necessary paperwork including service sheets to a good standard. Meet and work to site health and safety...