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CL
Nov 28, 2025  
Mechanical Inspector
World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Inspector subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.    Experience with inspecting the work of other people is essential – not just the inspecting of their own. Must have had significant recent experience of this – major part of their role.   Hourly Rate: £28.35 rising to £29.70 after 12 weeks. Overtime Rates of 'time and a half' for all hours worked over 37 hours per week. Contract Duration: 12 Months initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter. Mechanical Inspector Job Description: Certify the product in line with the product certification procedure Examining for correct assembly Examining the finish of all parts to detect faulty finishing or painting, deterioration of surfaces etc. Inspect for physical damage Intermediate inspection checks non product certification Monitor product certification operators Check and complete all paperwork associated with the manufacturing...
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CV-Library Bolton, UK Contractor
CL
Dec 26, 2025  
Technical Riding Inspector
Technical Riding Inspector Location: London St. Pancras + Some travel Required 12+ Month Initial Contract Pay: £29.69 / hour PAYE £39.90 /hour Umbrella + Opportunity for overtime, Paid at 1.25% Hours: 4 on 4 off shift pattern. 10 Hour shifts. Combination of Days & Nights (E.g. - 4 days, 4 off, 4 nights) This role falls inside IR35 - payment via PAYE or Umbrella Company Function of Role Undertaking rapid fault finding and diagnosis of any type of fault affecting the service, operational capability or safety of a Set and the correction and/or isolation of any components found to be faulty to enable a return of any such Set to service where practicable Key Responsibilities Undertake fault finding and repair of Hitachi rolling stock assets while in passenger service and atoutstations / depots as required. The post will also support the Maintenance Control team in working with the customer to get their desk(s) set up in the Rail Maintenance Control Centre and cover...
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CV-Library City of London, London Contractor
CL
Jan 06, 2026  
DQR
Job Description: The DSQR / DQR quality inspector shall perform buy-off visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts, assemblies, and / or sub-assemblies. Parts will be inspected to engineering drawings, customer purchase order(s), industry standards, and specifications. The inspector will be required to report inspection accept / reject information directly to the customer. Requirements: Candidate must have current / previous Designated Quality Representative (DQR) experience, with practical experience performing buy-off / DQR inspections on complex machined parts, assemblies, and / or sub-assemblies. The inspections will be performed to engineering requirements specified per ANSI Y14.5 - Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) or equivalent standard. Must have the ability to read / interpret engineering drawings and Purchase Orders (POs). The candidate must have experience using various mechanical inspection tools, such as micrometers and calipers. Ideal...
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CV-Library Redditch, Worcestershire Contractor
CL
Dec 28, 2025  
Workshop Engineer
Lifting Equipment Workshop / Inspection Engineer – Tipton About the Role  Pertemps West Bromwich are recruiting on behalf of our valued client for a Workshop/Inspection Engineer to join their specialist lifting equipment team based in Tipton. This is a hands-on, technical role where you’ll be inspecting, maintaining and repairing a wide range of lifting gear - including hoists, chain blocks and bespoke lifting equipment used across multiple industries. You’ll be responsible for: Inspecting & testing lifting gear in line with LOLER regulations Identifying and recording equipment damage and completing service reports Working to high safety and housekeeping standards Supporting colleagues in the workshop and occasionally assisting with driving/deliveries Communicating clearly with your Line Manager and customers when needed Repairing, servicing and maintaining lifting equipment This role suits someone mechanically minded, ambitious and eager to develop within a highly...
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CV-Library Tipton, UK Contractor
CL
Dec 25, 2025  
First Article Inspector
We are currently looking for a First Article Inspector for a 6 month contract based in Brockworth, Gloucester. Key Responsibilities: Perform First Article Inspections (FAI): Conduct dimensional and visual inspections of propeller assemblies and components using precision measurement tools. Verify compliance with engineering drawings, technical specifications, and customer requirements. Responsibilities/Requirements: Previous experience in FAIR review / sign-off Working knowledge of AS9102 Specification Relative commodity experience (mechanical is priority) Inspection techniques Reading drawings writing Root Cause and Corrective Action Request Understanding of AS9100, ISO 9001 and AS9102 Standards Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and maintain detailed inspection reports in accordance with AS9102 FAI documentation. Ensure proper traceability of materials and components. Identify, document & address non-conformances, collaborating with engineering and...
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CV-Library Gloucestershire, UK Contractor
CL
Dec 24, 2025  
Material QC Inspector
Material QC Inspector Prestatyn - Full time contract until 2028 Negotiable day rate Outside IR35 - Onsite work 5.5 days per week Are you looking for a short term contract Outside IR35 role with an excellent day rate working on on a Carbon capture projects within the Oil and Gas industry? This role will be working on a Carbon Capture project offshore in Liverpool bay with the project expected to last 2/3 years. The role will be Monday - Friday with some Saturday work 8-1pm. This role is perfect for someone with Material QC Inspector experience working within the Oil and gas or similar industry. In this role you will work within a team of QC inspectors, whilst ensuring Quality Control Plans are correctly carried on out liaise with the end client. The company are a market leader in the EPC sector market specilaising in onshore and offshore projects. The Role: Perform inspections and QC checks on all incoming materials/equipment, verify compliance with purchase...
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CV-Library Prestatyn, Denbighshire Contractor
CL
Jan 14, 2026  
Static Electrical Engineer
Job Title: Static Electrical Engineer Location: Alstom – Crewe Rate: £25.39 per hour (Umbrella) Overtime Rates: x1.5: £30.05 per hour x2.0: £50.78 per hour Contract Dates: Starts 15th December – Ends 31st April On-Call Requirement: Must live within 20 miles of site We are recruiting for a Static Electrical Engineer to join the engineering team at Alstom in Crewe. This site-based position involves carrying out both planned and reactive electrical maintenance in a safety-critical engineering environment. Due to the on-call element of the role, candidates must live no more than 20 miles from the site to ensure suitable response times. Key Responsibilities: Complete planned preventative maintenance and reactive electrical tasks. Ensure all work complies with current electrical regulations and site procedures. Diagnose, fault-find, and repair a wide range of electrical systems. Support the engineering team with technical issues and site operations. Take part in the on-call...
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CV-Library Crewe, Cheshire, North West Contractor
CL
Jan 14, 2026  
Clerk Of Works
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Clerk of Works to support our housing association with a range of construction, maintenance, and refurbishment projects across the Isle of Arran, with occasional work in west of Scotland. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical expertise, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to ensuring high-quality standards across all stages of construction and repair works. You will act as our on-site representative, ensuring contractors meet specifications, health & safety requirements, and agreed quality benchmarks. Key Responsibilities * Monitor and inspect works on site to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and standards. * Record progress, quality issues, and site conditions, producing clear written reports. * Liaise closely with contractors, consultants, and internal teams to address issues promptly. * Advise on construction quality, materials, workmanship, and...
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CV-Library Isle of Arran, North Ayrshire Contractor
CL
Jan 14, 2026  
Inspection & Test Engineer
Role:-               Test and Inspection Engineer Based:-           St. Neots. Cambridgeshire PE19 Duration:-        12 months+ Rate:-               £29.00 - £34.00 p/h  PAYE Our client is a leader within the Automation and Control Systems field with operations in over 100 countries worldwide. They are seeking an experienced Inspection & Test Engineer to be based at their site in St. Neots, Cambridgeshire. ROLE: To undertake the inspection of DCS, Network/Server Cabinets assembled on site to engineering drawings and bills of materials. Produce Inspection reports to highlight faults and corrective actions. (Quality Control) Staging and energisation of DCS cabinets for Project Teams Circuit/loop type testing and simulation tests Provide support during Factory Acceptance Tests as required Work as a member of the Inspection & Test team, helping to ensure projects are on time and on budget Maintain test equipment loan and calibration databases. MAIN...
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CV-Library Eaton Socon, St. Neots PE19, UK Contractor
CL
Jan 14, 2026  
Repairs Surveyor
Goodman Masson are currently working with a social housing organisation in Essex to recruit for an interim Repairs Surveyor. Pay Rate: £35 - £40 per hour Umbrella    About the Role: We are looking for a skilled Repairs Surveyor to join our dynamic housing repairs team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in keeping our housing stock safe, well-maintained, and delivering excellent outcomes for our customers. You’ll carry out detailed property surveys, manage complex repairs, and oversee projects from instruction to completion, all while ensuring quality, compliance, and value for money. What You’ll Do: Conduct detailed property surveys, diagnosing complex repair issues and producing comprehensive reports. Manage delivery of repair works and complex cases, supervising contractors and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Inspect completed works to ensure quality standards and value for money. Review contractor quotations and variations against contract...
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CV-Library Essex, UK Contractor
CL
Jan 14, 2026  
Machine Operators
We are currently looking for a number of Machine Operatives for our reputable client based in Newton Aycliffe. Location -Aycliffe Positions to start - January 2026 - Ongoing Interviews will take place We 12/12 and We 19/12 Shift patterns - 3 Shift pattern 24/5 - (06:00 - 14:00) (14:00 - 22:00) (22:00 - 06:00). Hours per week - 38 hrs. Rate of pay - £15.00 per hour Length of contract - 6 months / ongoing Plus Overtime rates available Job Role : Working in a busy manufacturing environment Operating Machinery Picking, Packing Quality inspection Check correct packaging matches product and order Calibrate Scales Calibrate Scales in line instruction sheet; complete more frequently if required Check product against templates to ensure correct size, shape & holes in correct place Quality - complete visual checks Quality checks - complete everytime a new jumbo is loaded, check correct size, shape & holes Undertake housekeeping roles Clean machines, report any damage...
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CV-Library Newton Aycliffe, County Durham Contractor
CL
Jan 14, 2026  
Machine Operators
We are currently looking for a number of Machine Operatives for our client based in Newton Aycliffe. Location -Aycliffe Positions to start ASAP, ongoing Shift patterns - 3 Shift pattern 24/5 - (06:00 - 14:00) (14:00 - 22:00) (22:00 - 06:00). Hours per week - 38 hrs. Rate of pay - £17.15 per hour Length of contract - 12 months./ ongoing Plus Overtime rates available Job Role : Working in a busy manufacturing environment Operating Machinery Picking, Packing Quality inspection Check correct packaging matches product and order Calibrate Scales Calibrate Scales in line instruction sheet; complete more frequently if required Check product against templates to ensure correct size, shape & holes in correct place Quality - complete visual checks Quality checks - complete everytime a new jumbo is loaded, check correct size, shape & holes Undertake housekeeping roles Clean machines, report any damage found Complete required machine clean at specified intervals Work fully...
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CV-Library Newton Aycliffe, County Durham Contractor
CL
Jan 14, 2026  
MIG Welder
MIG Welder (Temp to Perm) Location: Coventry Pay: £14.00-£15.00 per hour (DOE) Contract: Temporary to Permanent Start: ASAP The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced MIG Welder to join a busy fabrication team producing precision metal components for the automotive sector. You'll work to drawings and jigs on mild steel parts, delivering consistent, high‑quality welds in a fast‑paced, production environment. Key Responsibilities MIG welding of mild steel components (light-medium gauges) to production standards. Set up, tack, and finish welds using appropriate parameters, consumables, and techniques to meet quality requirements. Work from engineering drawings; interpret weld symbols, tolerances, and measurements. Operate fabrication equipment (grinders, drills, saws; basic jig/fixture work) and perform weld prep/finishing. In-process inspection: visual checks, measurements, and basic rework to ensure parts meet specification. Maintain work area safety and housekeeping;...
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CV-Library Coventry, West Midlands Contractor
CL
Jan 14, 2026  
Lead Electrical Engineer
Our client's pumped-storage power facility is scheduled to complete its 5-year maintenance overhaul, which includes full machine inspections and dewatering of the upper reservoir and penstock to allow for inspections and any required repairs. In addition to the standard 5-year overhaul activities, significant maintenance and upgrade works are scheduled for 2027. These works will include, but will not be limited to: * Generator rotor removal and runner extraction on Unit 1 for repair * Generator rotor removal on Unit 2 for electrical testing * Transformer refurbishment (including installation of new high-voltage bushings and oil coolers) * Control & instrumentation upgrades (unit controllers, common PLC, and multiple distributed PLC systems) * A substantial balance-of-plant programme covering both electrical and mechanical systems The organisation is currently seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to mobilise to the site and manage the key responsibilities listed below. The...
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CV-Library Ireland Contractor
CL
Jan 14, 2026  
Lead Electrical Engineer
Our client's pumped-storage power facility is scheduled to complete its 5-year maintenance overhaul, which includes full machine inspections and dewatering of the upper reservoir and penstock to allow for inspections and any required repairs. In addition to the standard 5-year overhaul activities, significant maintenance and upgrade works are scheduled for 2027. These works will include, but will not be limited to: * Generator rotor removal and runner extraction on Unit 1 for repair * Generator rotor removal on Unit 2 for electrical testing * Transformer refurbishment (including installation of new high-voltage bushings and oil coolers) * Control & instrumentation upgrades (unit controllers, common PLC, and multiple distributed PLC systems) * A substantial balance-of-plant programme covering both electrical and mechanical systems The organisation is currently seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to mobilise to the site and manage the key responsibilities listed below. The...
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CV-Library Ireland Contractor
CL
Jan 14, 2026  
Welder/Platers
This role requires a self-motivated team player with a comprehensive understanding of welding processes and materials to produce structural products such as skids, tanks, pipework, and pressure vessel fabrications. The ideal candidate will be adept at interpreting weld procedures and engineering drawings, and capable of planning task sequences efficiently. Main Responsibilities: * Carry out coded welding in line with approved welding procedures (WPS) and qualification test records (WPQR). * Perform high-quality welds on materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloys, using processes such as MMA, TIG, and MIG/MAG (as applicable). * Read and interpret engineering drawings, isometrics, and fabrication specifications. * Undertake fabrication, cutting, prepping, grinding, and finishing work to required standards. * Conduct weld repairs in line with procedures and client requirements. * Ensure all welding is completed in compliance with relevant industry...
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CV-Library IP16, Leiston, Suffolk Contractor
CL
Jan 14, 2026  
Pipe Fitter
Key Responsibilities: - Install, maintain, and repair pipework systems, including pipes, fittings, and valves - Carry out pressure testing and inspection of pipework systems - Work on various materials, including steel, copper, and plastic pipes - Interpret technical drawings and specifications - Collaborate with other trades and engineers - Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations ## Requirements: - Relevant pipe fitting qualification (e.g., NVQ/SVQ Level 3) - 2+ years' experience as a Pipe Fitter - Strong understanding of pipework systems and materials - Excellent problem-solving and communication skills - Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
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CV-Library Enfield, Greater London Contractor
CL
Jan 14, 2026  
Electrical Tester
BMSL, London most experienced and compliant supplier of temporary and permanent personnel to the Construction, Mechanical, Electrical & FM Markets are searching for the below tradesmen to start work for us, working for BMSL you will be reassured that you are working for a company that is fully compliant with current changes in the legislation changes, that always works hard to find continual work for our workers each time a contract finishes. Electrical Tester One of our clients is a leading building services contractor based in London & Ireland with offices across the UK that work in the commercial construction sector that specialise in the Mechanical & Electrical installations of new build Schools, University Buildings, Hospitals, Factory units. LOCATION Kings Cross START DATE Monday 19th December DURATION OF WORKS ASAP HOURLY RATE Rates below: £26 First 7,5 hours per day £39 after 7.5 hours per day QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED * JIB Gold Card * Lvl 3...
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CV-Library N1C, St. Pancras and Somers Town, Greater London Contractor
CL
Jan 14, 2026  
Mechanical Supervisor
Mechanical Supervisors Needed UK Military Helicopter MRO environment Are you an experienced Mechanical Supervisor ready to take the reins and lead a team in supporting vital UK defence aviation programmes? We have 6 leadership positions open in our world-class Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) organisation in Hampshire, UK. This is a high-impact role for a skilled leader dedicated to safety, quality, and scheduled delivery. ⭐ The Supervisory Opportunity: Why Join Us? Impactful Leadership: Directly control, oversee, and mentor teams of skilled technicians working on key UK military rotary-wing assets. Mission Critical: Play a direct role in maintaining the operational readiness of the UK Armed Forces in a demanding, rewarding environment. Location & Stability: Secure your future with stable, long-term programs based in Hampshire, UK, in a company committed to professional growth. Culture of Excellence: Champion Airmanship, Husbandry, and H&S practices,...
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CV-Library Stockbridge, Hampshire Contractor
CL
Jan 14, 2026  
Lathe Turner
Lathe Turner Position Overview: The Lathe Turner is responsible for producing precision-engineered components by operating manual and/or CNC lathes. This role requires the ability to read and interpret technical drawings, work to tight tolerances, and operate a range of machinery in various sizes to meet production requirements. Key Responsibilities: • Set up and operate manual and/or CNC lathes to manufacture high-quality components. • Read, interpret, and understand engineering drawings, specifications, and job instructions. • Work to fine tolerances, ensuring components meet required measurements and quality standards. • Use precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers, dial gauges, and bore gauges. • Select appropriate tooling, speeds, and feeds based on material and job requirements. • Machine components on various sizes of lathes and related equipment. • Inspect finished parts for accuracy and make adjustments as needed. • Maintain equipment by performing...
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CV-Library Keighley, Bradford Contractor
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