33 engineering jobs found in Plymouth

Mechanical Package Manager 📍 Plymouth, Devon 💼 Contract – Long Term | Devonport Docks 🔒 BPSS Clearance Required 💷 Competitive Day Rate – Inside IR35 CarmichaelUK is recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Package Manager to join a major long-term redevelopment project at a high-security Royal Navy site in Plymouth. This role is critical in overseeing the safe and efficient delivery of a complex M&E package as part of a wider infrastructure upgrade. Please note: Due to the secure nature of the site, BPSS clearance is mandatory. Only candidates with an EU, NATO, 5 Eyes, or MISWG member passport who have lived in the UK for the past 5 years can be considered. Key Responsibilities: Lead the safe planning, procurement, and delivery of mechanical works on site. Coordinate with internal and client teams to review and optimise designs. Drive delivery to meet quality, safety, cost, and programme requirements. Manage change control, risk, and opportunity within your...

Job Title: Mechanical Package Manager Location: Plymouth, Devon Reporting To: MEP Lead Working Hours: 50 hours per week (07:00 – 17:00) Purpose of the Role An experienced Mechanical Package Manager is required to oversee the delivery of complex mechanical works across a major, secure infrastructure project. The role involves managing design reviews, procurement, construction, and commissioning of mechanical systems, ensuring all works are completed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with project specifications and UK regulations. Due to the nature of the facility, BPSS security clearance is required (process may take up to 8 weeks). Eligibility: Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years. Key Responsibilities Plan, coordinate, and manage all mechanical packages through design, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning stages. Ensure all works are delivered safely, on time, within...

Job Title: Mechanical Foreman (Black Hat) Location: Plymouth – Devonport Royal Dockyard Working Hours: 45 hours per week (07:30 – 17:00) Reporting to: Mechanical Services Manager / Mechanical Package Manager Overview We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Foreman (Black Hat) to support delivery on a major infrastructure redevelopment project within a live MOD environment in Plymouth. This role will focus on frontline supervision, safety, and compliance of mechanical installation works, ensuring all activities are delivered in accordance with project procedures, statutory requirements, and safe systems of work. Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required (process typically takes up to 8 weeks). Eligibility Requirements Must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country Must have resided in the UK for the past 5 years Key Responsibilities Supervise day-to-day mechanical installation activities across site Ensure all works comply with...

We are looking to expand our Systems and Project Engineering capability in all levels of experience and are keen to hear from you if you feel you're ready to take the next step in your career. You must be a UK National and qualify for Security Clearance. Roles & Responsibilities: Work transparently with various facilities engineering discipline leads / teams to provide clear and concise reports and information regarding progress and management of Risk and Opportunities in relation to the Engineering activities. Define and conduct governance meetings. Bring learnings & operational best practices from other engagements. Undertake technical and feasibility studies and site investigations Develop detailed Safety requirement specifications Support projects as they evolve through the project engineering lifecycles Assess the potential risks of specific projects, as well as undertake risk management in specialist roles Review of project documentation Communicate and liaise...

Randstad are seeking a Site Engineer to join our project team delivering a major redevelopment of a high-security, live government facility at Devonport Docks. Due to the sensitive nature of this site, specific security clearance protocols and eligibility criteria are mandatory for all successful applicants. Scope of works includes: RC, Drainage, Groundworks etc This is a long term freelance contract (12 Months+) paid UMBRELLA PAYE. Lodge allowance will be paid for applicable candidates Security & Eligibility Requirements Clearance: Successful candidates must obtain BPSS security clearance (approx. 8-week process) followed by SC security clearance (approx. 4-week process). Residency: You must have resided in the UK for the past 5 consecutive years. Nationality: Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country. Key Tasks and Accountabilities: Working within a live Ministry of Defence (MOD) facility, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:...

Randstad are seeking a Section Engineer to join our project team delivering a major redevelopment of a high-security, live government facility at Devonport Docks. Due to the sensitive nature of this site, specific security clearance protocols and eligibility criteria are mandatory for all successful applicants. Scope of works includes: RC, Drainage, Groundworks etc This is a long term freelance contract (12 Months+) paid UMBRELLA PAYE Lodge allowance will be paid for applicable candidates Security & Eligibility Requirements Clearance: Successful candidates must obtain BPSS security clearance (approx. 8-week process) followed by SC security clearance (approx. 4-week process). Residency: You must have resided in the UK for the past 5 consecutive years. Nationality: Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country. Key Responsibilities & Technical Accountabilities Documentation & Records: Manage the preparation of 'as-built drawings', maintain...

My client, an industry leading tier one civil engineering and construction JV are looking for a Quality Engineer to join their team on the most prestigious infrastructure project in the South West. Candidate responsibilities: Ensuring that an effective Quality Management System is being operated and maintained at all levels. Providing an independent channel of communication on quality, initiating necessary action to resolve deficiencies and ensuring satisfactory solutions have been achieved. Ensuring internal audits are undertaken in accordance with the Audit Schedule and that any adverse findings, including those raised by others, are closed out in a timely manner. Preparing, reviewing and evaluating Inspection & Test plans including those of sub-contractors. Aiding the delivery teams in ensuring timely progressive sign-off of the ITP's by attending weekly meetings with the Client. Ensuring the material approval process is maintained by the inspection of materials...

Role: Lead Electrical Integration Engineer Location: Plymouth(hybrid/remote) Duration: 12 months(possible for extension) Rate: £80/hour Insider IR35 Lead Electrical Integration Engineer Lead Electrical Integration Engineer to support the design of integrated cross-site services. The focus of this role will be supporting the engineering capability of the new systems through design phases. Main Responsibilities Act as Electrical Discipline lead for the project Collaboration across engineering functions and stakeholders to integrate designs within the overall facility layout and manage interfaces Collate and prioritise technical design issues Undertake coordination activities to ensure a fully integrated facility design Identify scope gaps and support resolution Work closely with Project Managers and Package Technical Leads Report on project status to Head of Department Lead as intelligent customer on discrete packages of work Experience Highly regulated environment...

Are you a Section Engineer or Sub Agent seeking their next role with an established Tier 1 Contractor? Would you like the opportunity to get involved in one of the most prestigious infrastructure projects in the South West? The role will include quality assessment, health and safety inspection, design issues and management of subcontractors. The successful candidate will be immediate and will be expected to be able to raise technical queries and run everyone on site efficiently. Roles and Responsibilities: Managing the sub-contractors and engineers Procurement / ordering of materials Quality Control of the works / Health and Safety Production of weekly rolling programmes Providing support to site engineers Management of site activities Progress reporting Candidate Requirements Experience of working on major civils projects Civil Engineering Degree or equivalent CSCS CITB TWC - would be beneficial but not essentialThe successful candidate will have a proven track record...

Quality Engineer Devonport Dockyard, Plymouth Up to £350 per day (Umbrella PAYE) Full-time | 45 hours per week (07:30 - 17:00) Security Clearance Required (BPSS & SC) The Role We are seeking a Quality Engineer to support delivery on a major redevelopment project within a live MOD facility at Devonport Dockyard. You will play a key role in maintaining and improving quality standards across the project, ensuring compliance with procedures, specifications, and client requirements. Key Responsibilities Maintain and monitor the Quality Management System across the project Act as an independent point of contact for quality-related matters Conduct internal audits and ensure timely close-out of findings Prepare, review, and manage Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) Support delivery teams with progressive sign-off and client approvals Ensure materials meet project requirements and certification is tracked Review Lifetime Quality Records and support handover documentation Provide...

Mechanical Package Manager Devonport Dockyard, Plymouth £550 per day (Umbrella PAYE) Full-time | 45 hours per week (07:30 - 17:00) Security Clearance Required (BPSS) The Role We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Package Manager to oversee the internal fit-out phase of a major redevelopment project within a live MOD facility at Devonport Dockyard. You will play a key role in managing mechanical packages, coordinating with M&E teams, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate construction and engineering teams Manage mechanical packages from planning through to delivery Liaise with subcontractors, design teams, and stakeholders Ensure all works comply with safety standards and UK regulations Review and optimise designs for efficient and compliant delivery Manage risks, change control, and project reporting Monitor progress, budgets, and quality standards Oversee procurement and supply chain activities...

Mechanical Foreman (Black Hat) Devonport Dockyard, Plymouth Up to £440 per day (Umbrella PAYE) Full-time | 45 hours per week (07:30 - 17:00) Security Clearance Required (BPSS) The Role We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Foreman (Black Hat) to support delivery on a major redevelopment project within a live MOD facility at Devonport Dockyard. You'll take a hands-on leadership role, supervising mechanical works on site while ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and quality. Key Responsibilities Supervise day-to-day mechanical site activities and subcontractors Ensure all works follow safe systems of work, permits, and procedures Support the Authorised Person (AP) in maintaining compliance Monitor installations against specifications and drawings Deliver toolbox talks, briefings, and safety communications Ensure RAMS and permits are understood and followed Identify and escalate hazards and unsafe conditions Oversee testing, flushing, pressure testing,...

Role: Principal Mechanical Engineer Location: Devonport(2 days in a month onsite) Duration: 12 months Inside IR35 Umbrella About our client: Our client in Devonport is a leading engineering and maritime organisation specialising in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of naval vessels. The site operates with a skilled workforce across mechanical, electrical, and technical disciplines, delivering high-quality and complex engineering projects. It offers a structured and collaborative working environment with opportunities for hands-on experience and professional development. The purpose of the Principal Engineer - Mechanical post is: To manage the delivery of mechanical engineering work packages to the required scope, quality, schedule and cost. Day-to-day, you'll be supporting the engineering capability of the new systems through the design lifecycle in accordance with the design process: Applying systems engineering approach to develop and validate design requirements...

Site Engineer – Plymouth A great opportunity for a Site Engineer with experience in civil engineering and structures to join a an exciting project working on a large defence project. The successful Site Engineer will join a successful ambitious team. The successful Site Engineer will be a self-starter with strong communication skills. The opportunity would suit a Site Engineer with experience in civil engineering, ideally with some experience in structural engineering. The successful Site Engineer will have to successfully complete security vetting and will likely have the following qualifications and experience. Person Profile * Degree qualified or similar/ equivalent experience. * Experience in setting out for groundworks and structural packages * Strong QA/QC knowledge. * Skilled in reading engineering drawings and ensuring the setting out is to specification * Experience working as an engineer on site. * Work well independently as well as in a team environment. *...

Noble Recruiting have partnered with one of the biggest brands in the Electrical and Renewable Engineering accreditation sector and have been tasked with finding the best talent in the industry to help drive the business forward. I have for you a have a wonderful opportunity open for an experienced Area Engineer on a sub-contracted basis to join their Renewable Technical team covering Plymouth and the surrounding areas. Day rate set at £330 per day Sub contractual position with the offer for full time hours if wanted! Location Plymouth, Exeter, Cornwall, Devon to Penzance/Lands End areas. Please note you will need your own I-Pad to carry out assessments on site visits. Your role will include servicing and installations of Heat pumps, Solar Thermal & PV and Battery Storage. and well as getting involved with various disciplinaries. You would be responsible for ensuring that supply, design, installation, set to work, commissioning and handover of microgeneration systems of...

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,...

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...

Job Title: Water Sampling & Asset Survey Technician (Temporary) Location: Cornwall & Devon (field-based) Rate: £20 per hour Contract Length: Approx. 3 months Role Overview We are looking for a dependable and detail-oriented technician to support a short-term project involving water sampling and surveying of water treatment assets across Cornwall and Devon. This is a field-based temporary role, ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work and can operate independently across multiple sites. Key Responsibilities Collect water samples from treatment works, reservoirs, and network points Carry out condition surveys of water treatment assets Record accurate data, site observations, and inspection reports Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures Maintain and use sampling and survey equipment appropriately Provide timely updates and reports to the project team Requirements Previous experience in water sampling, environmental monitoring, or asset inspection...

We are currently supporting a well-established and growing manufacturing business in the South West with the appointment of an Interim Buyer to provide immediate support across end-to-end procurement activities. This is a hands-on, short-term assignment where you will take ownership of core purchasing responsibilities, ensuring continuity of supply, cost control, and operational efficiency during a transitional period. Reporting into senior leadership, you will be responsible for managing the full procurement lifecycle across a diverse range of materials and components. Key responsibilities include: -Managing day-to-day purchasing activities to ensure uninterrupted supply -Raising and expediting purchase orders in line with production demand -Liaising with suppliers on pricing, lead times, and delivery performance -Supporting cost control and identifying short-term savings opportunities -Maintaining accurate system data and supplier records -Resolving supply chain...

Microbiology / Molecular biology Lab Assistant MUST BE ALREADY LIVING LOCAL TO EXETER Location: Starcross - EX6 8PF Length: Initially Until end March 2027 Hours: Tue - Sat, 8am to 4pm with flexibility - 37 hours a week Rate: £13.15 p/h (£19.73 p/h for Sat) We have a temporary position available in South Exeter. You would be part of a team performing routine microbiology and molecular biology work on environmental samples. As an Assistant Scientist you will be expected to assist in the delivery of the analytical service to defined time, cost and quality targets by extracting and analysing environmental samples. These are temporary posts, you will be involved in the analysis of water & wastewater using a variety of microbiology and molecular testing methods. Though full training is provided the role requires candidates to have a scientific background, through education or work experience. They are looking for someone who enjoys being busy. The work can be high intensity at times,...