108 construction jobs found in St Austell

A loyal client to Sphere are looking to appoint an Engineer to commence a new role with immediate effect. Your new company are a large national contractor, who specialise in Utilities, Infrastructure, Building, Energy, and Water sectors. My client are currently working across a Wind Farm scheme in Cornwall, which encompasses Turbines, Cabling, Pipework, Civils, and Power / Generators. Duties would involve Setting Out, QA, CAD, As-Builts, and Surveys etc. An Engineering Degree / Qualification and CSCS would be essential. My client are happy to have the Robotic Kit provided by the individual, or hired by themselves, although pay rates will be dependant on this. For further information or to express your interest in this position, please contact Jack Durrant at your earliest convenience

Position: Electrician's Mate / Electrical Improver Location: ST Austell, Cornwall Duration: Ongoing / Long-term Rate: Negotiable depending on experience and duration of contract Job Description: RG Set Square are currently looking for an Electrician's Mate/Electrical Improver to join a growing team of M&E specialists working on commercial projects. The ideal candidate will assist qualified electricians in carrying out electrical installations, maintenance, and repairs. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the electrical trade while working in a supportive and professional environment. Key Responsibilities: Assist electricians with electrical installations, testing, and maintenance. Help with running cables and installing electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings. Ensure that all work meets industry regulations and safety standards. Prepare work areas and ensure all materials and tools are ready for use. Assist with the...

RG Set Square are currently looking an M & E specialists Commercial Electrician Location: St Austell Duration: 11 months + Rate: Negotiable depending on duration Job description: We are seeking a qualified Commercial Electrician to join our books for our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and equipment in commercial buildings. Key Responsibilities: Install, upgrade, and repair electrical wiring, systems, and fixtures. Perform troubleshooting and diagnostics on electrical systems to identify issues. Collaborate with architects, contractors, and other professionals to ensure optimal electrical design and installation. Ensure all work complies with local and national safety codes and regulations. Conduct routine inspections and maintenance on electrical equipment. Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used. Qualifications required: Must be able to pass a D&A test. In date...

My Client, the UK's leadimng supplier of social housing, student accommodation and care homes require a test and inspection Electrician Ideally locate in mid Cornwall PL24 PL25 PL26 PL15 PL31 andTR1. The job will involve installations, repairs and testing. the candidate must have 18th edition and 2391 test and inspection or equivalent. plus PAT testing. Must have a full UK Driving License and hold a current DBS. This will be a temp to perm position for the right person. £19.00 PAYE or 324.00 CIS/UMBRELLA

Vital are working with a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company Job Details Job Title: Electrician – Commercial Building Services Location: Near Newquay, Cornwall Start Date: November 2025 Hours: 43 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Vital Human Resources is currently seeking skilled and experienced Electricians to join a long term commercial building services project near Newquay, Cornwall. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure ongoing work with a well regarded M&E contractor on a secure site. Role Overview: You will be responsible for delivering high-quality 1st and 2nd fix installation work as part of a professional team, contributing to the successful completion of a significant commercial project. Requirements: Valid ECS JIB Card Proven experience in commercial electrical installations Must be eligible and willing to undergo security clearance To apply, please submit your CV as soon as possible. If you do not hear from us within...

Site Manager (Contract) - Wind Farm Project Location: St Austell, Cornwall Salary: £25/hr Contract: 6 Months Role Overview ARM is recruiting a Site Manager for a wind farm project in Cornwall. You'll oversee the delivery, erection, and commissioning of turbines in an active quarry environment. Hours: 8-hour days, 5 days/week early phase; 12-hour days, 6 days/week during erection. Key Responsibilities Manage daily site operations, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient work. Support Project Manager with planning, coordination, and supervision of construction activities. Liaise with turbine suppliers, quarry management, and subcontractors. Enforce health, safety, and environmental standards under CDM Regulations. Oversee logistics, lifting plans, traffic management, and exclusion zones. Maintain site records, permits, inspections, and compliance documentation. Lead incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actions. Support project handover and close-out...

Site Engineer Site Engineer – Civil Engineering Hayle, Cornwall Long-term infrastructure project An established UK infrastructure contractor delivering major flood defence and water management schemes is looking for a Site Engineer to join a project team on a major coastal infrastructure scheme in Hayle, Cornwall. The company works closely with national environmental organisations to deliver flood resilience, tidal defence and pumping station upgrades across the South West. Key Responsibilities * Setting out and surveying works on site. * Supporting delivery of civil engineering elements of tidal and water infrastructure projects. * Assisting with QA documentation and site records. * Coordinating with subcontractors and site management teams. * Ensuring works are delivered to design specifications. Requirements * Previous experience as a Site Engineer on civil engineering projects. * Experience with water, flood...

CPCS Lift Supervisor - Plymouth - £25.42 PAYE Full Time Employment VGC Group are seeking 2no experienced Lift Supervisor to join a great team on a Major Infrastructure Project in Devonport, Plymouth. This contract is available to start asap subject to BPSS Vetting. Role: Lift Supervisor Location: Plymouth Salary: £25.42 per hour, 1.5 x rate after 39 hours in a week, 1.5 x rate first 4 hours on a saturday, 2 x rate rest of the weekend.  Hours: 10 hour Shifts Contract: Full time Duration: 4 years + Benefits: 31 days holiday per year, training and upskilling provided if relevant to role, pension£3 a day brief allowance Subsistence:  - Lodge available at £51.97 per night for anyone living over 50 miles from site. - Daily Travel allowance available for any operative not on lodge commuting more than 9 miles (in line with CIJC)  Experience: 3 years + Qualifications:  - CPCS Blue A62 Lift Supervisor Card - SSSTS - Safety Critical Medical (can be provided) Please apply via directly or...

CPCS Slinger- Plymouth - £20.08 PAYE Full Time Employment VGC Group are seeking 4no experienced Slingers to join a great team on a Major Infrastructure Project in Devonport, Plymouth. This contract is available to start asap subject to BPSS Vetting. Role: Slinger/Signaller Location: Plymouth Salary: £20.08 per hour, 1.5 x rate after 39 hours in a week, 1.5 x rate first 4 hours on a saturday, 2 x rate rest of the weekend.  Hours: 10 hour Shifts Contract: Full time Duration: 4 years + Benefits: 31 days holiday per year, training and upskilling provided if relevant to role, pension, £3 a day brief allowance Subsistence:  - Lodge available at £51.97 per night for anyone living over 50 miles from site. - Daily Travel allowance available for any operative not on lodge commuting more than 9 miles (in line with CIJC)  Experience: 3 years + Qualifications:  - CPCS Blue A40a or A40b Slinger Card - Safety Critical Medical (can be provided) Please apply via directly or whatsapp Dan on...

Plumber Multi Trade Required - Cornwall Experienced Plumber Multi Trade required in the Cornwall area on a response and minor works maintenance contract with a busy contractor. Plumber Multi Benefits/ details: £35,(Apply online only) per annum  Van fuel card Holiday pay 20 days bank holidays Weekly payPlumber Multi Trade Day to Day: All aspects of maintenance work in social housing properties Main focus on plumbing work Response and minor works Dealing with customers, keeping them at ease when needed, explaining works Completing a variety of works in various other trades Driving a company van safely and responsibly Reporting to your supervisorPlumber Multi Trade Requirements: Plumbing qualification or time served Good multi trade experience  Previous experience working within social housing Good attitude Honest and reliable Full UK driving license DBS will be done for successful candidateThis is an exciting opportunity to join a busy contractor and have continuous work in the...

Job Title: Development Delivery Manager Location: Plymouth Employment Type: Full-time About the Role Join our Development Delivery Team to help deliver 50,000 new homes over the next 10 years. You will manage multiple projects within our development programmes, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities * Project Delivery: Manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring they meet business objectives, cost, income, funding, programme, and quality requirements. * Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues across the Development Department, Commercial Company, and Housing Association. Build and maintain relationships with Local Authorities, Developer Partners, and key stakeholders. * Project Management: Use appraisal software (e.g., Pamwin) to monitor financial performance. Prepare project briefs, appoint consultants, and review proposals for compliance with internal policies and funder...

Project Manager Project Manager – Civil Engineering (Flood Defence & Water Infrastructure) Hayle, Cornwall Long-term contract opportunity A major national civil engineering contractor specialising in complex infrastructure and environmental projects is looking to appoint a Project Manager for a key tidal infrastructure scheme in Hayle, Cornwall. The company delivers major works across the UK including flood defence systems, pumping stations, dams and water infrastructure. With a new long-term framework about to commence, they are expanding their delivery team in the South West. Key Responsibilities * Managing the successful delivery of a tidal gate and flood defence project. * Overseeing subcontractors and specialist delivery teams. * Managing programme, budget and project performance. * Coordinating civils works alongside MEICA elements. * Ensuring compliance with safety, environmental and quality standards. Requirements *...

Site Engineer Location: Plymouth - Devonport Project (full-time site based) Rate: c£400 per day (Umbrella PAYE) Contract: Contract role Hours: 45 hrs per week (approx. 07:30-17:00) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support works on the Devonport project, operating within a live MOD environment. Reporting to the WRB / Building Lead, you will assist with engineering compliance, setting out, quality control, and day-to-day site engineering activities. BPSS security clearance required (can take up to 8 weeks). Candidates must have lived in the UK for the past 5 years and hold a NATO or MISWG passport. Key Responsibilities Assist with as-built drawings and drawing registers Setting out works within tolerances from site control Support quality checks, inspections, and surveys Record testing of workmanship and materials (RC, drainage, piling, etc.) Provide engineering support and resolve technical queries Maintain calibration records for survey...

Mobile Caretaker 3 months Temp with the option to move to perm contract PAYE: £14.10 per hour PAYE or £17.78 per hour Umbrella Location: Exeter / Plymouth PL5 Must have a full UK Driving licence as van and fuel card provided My client is a well-known housing association and they're seeking experienced Estate Caretakers to clean and maintain internal, external and all common areas of housing blocks and estates. Hours 8am to 4pm Monday - Friday Key Responsibility: Take personal responsibility for ensuring that the estate is clean, tidy, landscaped, litter free and safe from hazards by delivering a high quality caretaking and grounds maintenance service to residents. Identify and assist in ways to improve the internal and external environment through working closely as part of a team and taking pride in the role. Rotate bins regularly to ensure refuse chutes are clear and ensure bulk bins are placed ready for collection. Sweep and wash communal staircase and landings as...

Title: Welder (class 1) Location: Plymouth Salary or Rate: £36.50p/hour to £43.66p/hour (Inside IR35) plus accommodation Hours: Full time Type: Contract HSB ID: 936/276 HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy and Aerospace sectors. We have several permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas – visit our website or LinkedIn page for more. HSB Technical’s client is a very established and well-regarded business. The below job description will outline this position of a Class 1 Welder working with welding materials and techniques that are essential for the construction, maintenance, and repair of components. HSB Technical’s client is a very established and well-regarded business entity. Typically, this person will be able to Weld Pipes and equipment in place with submarine components. Duties and responsibilities of the Welder • Using hand and machine tools to cut,...

We are looking for a Delivery Manager to play a crucial role in our clients Development Delivery Team. This role involves managing multiple projects within their current development programmes and requires a proactive approach to ensure business objectives are met. Day to Day of the role: Contribute to the success of the delivery team by effectively managing projects in line with business objectives and scheme approval. Collaborate closely with colleagues across various departments to optimise benefits and contribute to core business goals. Utilise appraisal software to monitor the financial performance of projects. Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including Local Authorities and Developer Partners. Prepare Project Briefs and review proposals to ensure compliance with internal policies and business objectives. Manage relationships with Solicitors, Consultants, and Contractors/Developers throughout the development process. Take on project management...

We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Project Engineer to support delivery of highways tunnelling project located in Plymouth. Your main responsibility is to assist the Delivery Manager with the delivery of one of either three packages of work (Electrical, Mechanical and Telecoms). This will involve working with the Delivery Manager, project team, designers, main contractor and installation contractors to safely deliver the project, on time, to stated quality, at minimum cost and to client satisfaction. Projects rely on accurate technical delivery. Gaps between design and installation can lead to delays, rework, and performance issues. A capable Engineer helps ensure systems are delivered correctly, supporting smooth commissioning, reliable operation, and long-term building performance. This is a contract role for a minimum of three/four months, working within a highways environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and coordinating...

Electrical Package Manager Hours: Monday to Friday – 07.30 am to 17.30 pm (45) Location: Plymouth Devonport Royal Dockyard - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) About us Infocus Resources is a dynamic construction organisation specialising in Manpower Recruitment to various Sectors including, civils, rail and general construction. Committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients, we provide opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment. About the job We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Electrical Package Manager. Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. Please note that this process can take up to 8 weeks. Eligibility criteria Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO, or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years. About the role As an experienced Electrical Package Manager, you will be responsible for the following: • Ensure all works...

Site Engineer Hours: Monday to Friday – 07.30 am to 17.00 pm (45) Location: Plymouth Devonport Royal Dockyard - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) About us Infocus Resources is a dynamic construction organisation specialising in Manpower Recruitment to various Sectors including, civils, rail and general construction. Committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients, we provide opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment. About the job We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented experienced Site Engineer to join our dynamic team delivering the redevelopment project at Devonport, Dockyard. The successful candidate will be working on one of the UK’s most significant defence programmes. As a Site Engineer, you'll be working within the Devonport Dockyard team, assisting the Engineer in managing the technical compliance of the project to the design specification to fulfil the assigned project (or section)...

Section Engineer Hours: Monday to Friday – 07.30 am to 17.00 pm (45) Location: Plymouth Devonport Royal Dockyard - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) About us Infocus Resources is a dynamic construction organisation specialising in Manpower Recruitment to various Sectors including, civils, rail and general construction. Committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients, we provide opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment. About the job We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented experienced Section Engineer to join our dynamic team delivering the redevelopment project at Devonport, Dockyard. The successful candidate will be working on one of the UK’s most significant defence programmes. As a Section Engineer, you'll be working within the Devonport Dockyard team, the redevelopment project at a Royal Navy site located in Plymouth and we are seeking an experienced Section Engineer. Due to the sensitive...