123 engineering jobs found in Salford

Certain Advantage is hiring for a Temporary Administrator for our client in Salford Quays starting on Monday 30th March 2026. This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a specialist pensions environment while working with a supportive and professional team. The role We are currently recruiting for temporary Administrators to support a well-established pensions specialist based in Salford Quays. This is a 3–6-month office-based assignment, ideal for someone with strong administrative and data-handling skills who is available to start immediately. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate data processing and efficient document management, supporting the wider pensions administration team during a busy period. Key Responsibilities Accurate data entry into internal systems and CRM platforms Scanning, indexing, and uploading documents and files to the CRM system Updating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets and administrative records General administrative support,...

Certain Advantage is hiring for Temporary Administrators for our client in Salford Quays starting on Monday 9th and Monday 16th March 2026. This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a specialist pensions environment while working with a supportive and professional team. The role We are currently recruiting for temporary Administrators to support a well-established pensions specialist based in Salford Quays. This is a 3–6-month office-based assignment, ideal for someone with strong administrative and data-handling skills who is available to start immediately. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate data processing and efficient document management, supporting the wider pensions administration team during a busy period. Key Responsibilities Accurate data entry into internal systems and CRM platforms Scanning, indexing, and uploading documents and files to the CRM system Updating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets and administrative records General...

Job Title: Civil Engineer – Water Metering Location: Northwest England (Manchester) Salary: Competitive rates and progression Van, fuel card and tools provided Role Overview We are recruiting Civil Engineers to support delivery of the Smart Metering Programme, a key investment programme focused on reducing leakage, improving network resilience. The role involves undertaking civil activities, and reinstatement in the public highway. All works must be delivered in accordance with technical standards, Street Works legislation, and performance targets. Key Responsibilities * Deliver smart meter installations to specifications * Undertake associated civil works including excavation, pipe exposure, chamber alterations, and reinstatement * Carry out works safely and compliantly as a NRSWA qualified Civil Operative * Ensure all reinstatements meet SROH asset standards * Identify and report defects, leakage issues, legacy installations, or network anomalies in line...

Administrator Manchester (Trafford Park) £13.85 per hour Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm (Flexible start and finish times, as long as 37.5 hours are completed per week) Hybrid working - up to 2 days from home after training, based on performance Administrator The Role We are looking for an Administrator to provide essential support to the subcontracting team across all divisions. This is a varied role involving general administration, coordination with external partners, and day-to-day operational support. Administrator Key Responsibilities Carrying out general administrative tasks including close-downs, delivery queries, stock adjustments, booking slots, and returns Updating records and liaising with external co-packers Processing customer orders accurately and efficiently Completing stock reconciliations and maintaining accurate inventory records Supporting the subcontracting team across all areas as required Assisting with subcontracting production processes, working...

Job Title: Paint Sprayer. Our client, based in Trafford Park, is looking to recruit an experienced Paint Sprayer. We have worked with this client for several years; they offer a first class working environment and the opportunity to work in the Rail sector. Paint Sprayer: Main Duties: Prepare and paint train wheels and axles. Using 2 pack airless paint systems. They require a Paint Sprayer with a minimum 2 years’ experience. Paint Sprayer: Hours of work: 3 shift rotating pattern - Monday to Friday: 06.00 - 14.00 Monday to Thursday, Friday 06.00 - 12 noon. 14.00 - 22.00 Monday to Thursday, Friday 12.00 - 18.00. Nights: 22.00 - 06.00 Monday to Thursday & Friday: 18.00 - midnight. What they are looking for in candidates: Paint Sprayer: Qualifications / Skills/ Experience: Candidates must have experience painting in an engineering / industrial environment. Salary / Hourly Rates: 2 shift rate: £17.34 per hour. 3 shift rate: £18.95 per hour. Benefits Package: 25 days holiday plus...

Warehouse Assistant Trafford, Park, Manchester up to £16.50 per hour Initially 6-month contract 37.5 hours per week   Certain Advantage is partnering with a leading energy company to recruit a Warehouse Assistant. You will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient handling of goods and maintaining excellent service levels with internal and external customers.   Key Responsibilities: Receive and dispatch goods in line with departmental procedures Maintain a clean, organised, and safe warehouse environment Carry out picking, packing, loading, and unloading operations using a Counterbalance Forklift Truck (FLT) Manage finished goods stock control and accurate inventory records Ensure full compliance with internal quality systems and warehouse procedures Support health, safety, and environmental policies and practices Be willing to work flexibly across all warehouse locations within the business  Your Background: Experience in a warehouse or logistics environment Good attention to...

Sales Agent Certain Advantage is hiring for a Temp Sales Agent for our client in Trafford Park, Manchester. If you are a confident Sales Agent who likes a team environment and is driven by a target-based environment - this is the role for you! Great rate of pay and a fantastic location close to tram stops.   The Company We’re working with a business that’s a leading Marketing client based in Trafford Park. If you’re looking to be part of a forward-thinking and supportive client that values its people, then this is a great sales opportunity if you are looking to build a career in sales.   The Role: We’re looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Sales Agent to join their busy existing sales team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have strong organisational and communication skills this is the perfect temp to perm role for you! Key Responsibilities B2B Sales Generating sales over the phone Closing sales deals Maintaining excellent customer relationships Working to daily...

Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Manchester Rate: £500 p/d - Inside IR35 Duration: 12 Months+/ongoing Sector: Water/Wastewater Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a knack for capital delivery frameworks within a Tier 1 Contractor environment? Do you possess a background in claim management, both upstream and downstream? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client, a design & build contractor in the water/wastewater sector, and is seeking a Senior QS to join their dynamic team. You'll be responsible for principal contractor duties on a major AMP8 framework. With a framework stretching until 2030this is your chance to be at the forefront of ground breaking projects in the water industry. What We Offer: ·Opportunity to manage multiple schemes and projects with a combined value of circa £100m, heavily subcontractor-delivered. ·Flexibility to work remotely for 2/3 days a week, with2/3 days in the office. ·Chance to contribute to planned...

Job Title - Product Design Engineer Duration - 6 Month Contract  Working Model - Onsite in Manchester Hourly Rate - Circa £40p/hour (Outside IR35) Product Design Engineer Overview  My client is looking for a Product Design Engineer to join their team within a manufacturing and product development environment. The successful candidate will be involved in the design and development of new and existing products, taking ideas from concept through to production. The role will include creating 3D CAD models, producing technical drawings and working closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective and suitable for manufacture. The Product Design Engineer role will involve: Producing and developing product designs for manufacturing and commercial applications Creating and maintaining 3D CAD models, drawings, and product documentation Preparing technical specifications and supporting design justification where required Ensuring designs...

Position Title: Operational Efficiency and Automation Specialist Duration: 6 Month Contract Location: Manchester *Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.* Position Description: The Operational Efficiency and Automation Specialist plays a critical role in driving the Clients' Credit's digital transformation within the Manchester Business Centre (MBC) Operations. This role focuses on leveraging data analysis, automation, and cross-functional collaboration to improve operational efficiency and create customer-centric solutions. A key immediate focus for this role will be leading the strategic migration and decommissioning of legacy Alteryx workflows by 2027, evaluating modern alternative tools, and transitioning processes seamlessly. The successful candidate will work closely with MBC Departments, Compliance, Product, and Engineering teams to identify, implement, and maintain efficient...

Design Engineer – Didsbury – 6 Month initial Contract – Civil Engineering (House Builder) - £250 - £300 per day via Umbrella PAYE) Location: Didsbury, Manchester Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm (flexible start/finish times available) Summary We are seeking a skilled Design Engineer to join a dynamic technical team responsible for delivering innovative and practical design solutions for civil infrastructure, roads, sewers, and groundwork packages across multiple housing development sites in the region. Reporting to the Technical Director, you will play a key role in producing hands-on designs, managing legal agreements, and supporting site teams with technical queries. The role offers a varied workload with a focus on sustainability, value engineering, and compliance with evolving building and environmental legislation. This position suits an individual with a strong engineering background, ideally with experience in...

A leading engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior EICA Engineer to support a growing portfolio of water sector projects across the UK. This role offers flexible hybrid working, with the expectation of attending a Manchester office and project sites as required. This is a long term contract position, and can be outside ir35.  The Role Reporting to the Project Lead Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality Electrical, Control, Instrumentation & Automation (EICA) design solutions across major water frameworks. Key Responsibilities Deliver cost-effective design documentation aligned with client specifications and project requirements Produce outline and detailed EICA designs for water sector projects Conduct site surveys and provide technical input during project lifecycle Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and produce detailed reports Review and ensure compliance of subcontractor designs Prepare, check, and approve engineering...

Project Procurement Manager Location: Manchester / Hybrid Contract: 6-9 Month Rolling - Inside IR35 Rate: Umbrella : £54/hr or £40 per hour -PAYE We're working with a world-leading organisation in the Energy sector, delivering cutting-edge products, solutions, and services across the full energy value chain. They are seeking a skilled Project Procurement Manager to support high-value, complex projects. The Role As a Project Procurement Manager, you will play a key role in delivering procurement strategies, managing supplier engagement, and driving value across engineered and bespoke product environments. Key Focus Areas We are particularly interested in candidates with: Strong Project Procurement experience within complex delivery environments Progression towards or completion of CIPS (Level 6 / MCIPS preferred) Experience sourcing engineered or bespoke products / solutions Background in Civil Construction (highly desirable) - though other industries will be considered.Key...

Project Procurement Manager Location: Manchester / Hybrid Contract: 6-9 Month Rolling Contract Rate: £40 per hour (PAYE) The Role We are seeking an experienced Project Procurement Manager to join a high-performing Project Team on a contract basis. You will play a key role in integrating procurement into the project management process, organising, controlling, and monitoring all procurement activities across allocated projects. Working autonomously, you will develop and deliver procurement strategies, manage supplier engagement, and ensure cost-effective purchasing aligned to programme and business objectives. Typical project values range up to £500m with spend in excess of £200m Key Responsibilities Develop and drive procurement strategies to achieve cost, schedule, and quality objectives Lead RFQs, supplier negotiations, selection processes, and issue purchase orders in line with procurement procedures Take ownership of allocated A & B projects with combined values of...

Location: Manchester (with travel and occasional working away) Job Type: Full-Time, On going work Pay: £25 per hour Hours: 40 hours per week Manchester-based provider of facilities maintenance, renewable energy, and HVAC services, delivering high-quality solutions across small and large-scale projects. Due to continued growth, we are looking for experienced Plumbers to join our dedicated and qualified in-house engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional, growing company offering strong rates of pay, travel pay, standby allowances, and varied project work. What We Offer ✅ £25 per hour ✅ 40 paid hours per week ✅ Paid travel time – door to door (minus 1 hour) ✅ Call-out standby payment ✅ Overnight working away paid at a flat 12-hour rate ✅ Fuel card provided ✅ Company uniform provided Requirements Proven experience as a Plumber CSCS Card or JIB Card required Ability to work independently and as part of a team Willingness to travel and...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experiened Principal Highway Engineer to come and join a busy client in the Manchester area. The main duties of the experienced Principal Highway Engineer are: Lead the delivery of major capital highways and infrastructure programmes from concept through to completion. Manage and coordinate high-profile transport and regeneration schemes funded through major government investment programmes. Oversee the planning, programming, design coordination, and implementation of highway improvement projects. Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required standards. Coordinate the production of technical designs, cost estimates, drawings, and project documentation to support scheme delivery and funding requirements. Manage external consultants, contractors, and specialist partners to ensure successful project outcomes and value for money. Act as the key...

Operational Efficiency and Automation Specialist Reference: 56493 Umbrella Rate: £29.96/hr (Inside IR35) Do you have a background in data analysis & visualisation, with experience working with ETL? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation as an Operational Efficiency and Automation Specialist. This role offers an incredible opportunity to drive innovation, collaborate across departments, and make a real impact within a dynamic and inspiring environment. With a focus on digital transformation and operational excellence, this position is perfect for someone looking to challenge themselves and be part of meaningful change. What You Will Do: • Lead the strategic migration and decommissioning of legacy Alteryx workflows by 2027, ensuring a seamless transition to modern tools. • Analyse operational data to uncover trends, develop actionable insights, and create data-driven recommendations for process optimisation. • Design, develop, and implement...

Electrical Site Supervisor - National Grid Substations Location: Manchester Contract Length: 12 Months Rate: £350 - £380 per day Ltd Turner Lovell is currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Site Supervisor to support the delivery of National Grid substation project in the Northwest. This is an excellent opportunity to join a High Voltage project management specialist with a strong pipeline of UK transmission and renewable energy projects. The successful candidate will work on National Grid projects involving GIS substations across 132kV-400kV voltage levels. Previous experience supervising electrical installation activities on UK National Grid projects is essential. The Electrical Site Supervisor will oversee day-to-day site activities during the construction, installation, and commissioning phases, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme requirements. Duties: Supervise electrical installation works on National Grid substation...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for Project Procurement Manager on a 6-9 Month Rolling Contract, based in Greater Manchester / Hybrid. Role Summary As part of the Project Team, you will Integrate Procurement in the project management process and organise, control and monitor all Procurement activities in a project. * To develop and drive the Procurement strategy of assigned activities to ensure cost effective purchasing to meet cost targets and expediting to meet programmes. * Develop and deliver Procurement Strategy for allocated Projects, issue RFQ’s, conduct negotiation with suppliers, drive the selection process and raise/issue Purchase orders in accordance with Procurement Procedures, to meet objectives. (typically up to £15 million) * Working in an autonomous manner using acquired knowledge and skills, to make key procurement decisions within limits of authority, to support the Procurement Manager in ensuring that the business has a professional...

We currently have a live contract opportunity working for our finanical services client based in Manchester Operational Efficiency and Automation Specialist Hybrid (minimum 3 days per week in the Manchester office) Position Description: The Operational Efficiency and Automation Specialist plays a critical role in driving Ford Credit's digital transformation within the Manchester Business Centre (MBC) Operations. This role focuses on leveraging data analysis, automation, and cross-functional collaboration to improve operational efficiency and create customer-centric solutions. A key immediate focus for this role will be leading the strategic migration and decommissioning of legacy Alteryx workflows by 2027, evaluating modern alternative tools, and transitioning processes seamlessly. The successful candidate will work closely with MBC Departments, Compliance, Product, and Engineering teams to identify, implement, and maintain efficient processes, ensuring Salesforce and other...