Location: Cheadle, United Kingdom Thales people provide armed forces customers with operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defence mission systems solutions at land, sea, and air. Our platforms extend across the battlespace including Above and Sonar, Electronic Combat, and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance systems. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex...

Location: Cheadle, United Kingdom Thales people provide armed forces customers with operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defence mission systems solutions at land, sea, and air. Our platforms extend across the battlespace including Above and Sonar, Electronic Combat, and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance systems. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex...

Location: Cheadle, United Kingdom Thales people provide armed forces customers with operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defence mission systems solutions at land, sea, and air. Our platforms extend across the battlespace including Above and Sonar, Electronic Combat, and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance systems. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex...

Location: Cheadle, United Kingdom In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that...

Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering & Highways 40,000 - 50,000 + Comprehensive Package Manchester (North West focus) Your new company Our client is a highly regarded civil engineering and highways contractor with a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and long-term client relationships. With over 75 years of successful project delivery across the North West, they specialise in highways improvements, infrastructure schemes, public realm enhancements, and sustainable travel projects. Family-owned and values-led, the company has built a loyal workforce and continues to grow through repeat business and frameworks with key local authorities. Your new role Our client is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in managing the financial and contractual aspects of a variety of civil engineering and infrastructure projects, ensuring commercial success and client...

Nicholas Associates are working in partnership with a well-known Groundworks Contractor who deliver high-quality civil engineering, infrastructure, and groundworks services to top 10 national housebuilders across the North West. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a pivotal role, supporting construction, commercial, and H&S teams through the management and communication of all technical aspects relating to ongoing projects. Duties and Responsibilities; Attend tender reviews, pre start meetings Liaise with commercial teams to ensure all necessary permits/licences are either in place or planned. Carry out take offs, checks, approvals and scheduling of material call offs where necessary Production of build programmes (infrastructure works). Ensure earthworks strategy is in place and understood by all departments (3D models, stockpile locations,...

My client is seeking a highly experienced and technically adept Engineering Manager to join their senior leadership team. This critical role demands a deep specialization in the Water Sector , focusing specifically on managing the end-to-end design delivery for complex capital projects. The successful candidate will be the technical lead for our multi-disciplinary design department, ensuring seamless integration and high-quality output across MEICA (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation) , Civil Engineering (Civils) , and Process Design disciplines. This role is fundamental to translating strategic client needs into safe, sustainable, and buildable infrastructure solutions. Key Accountabilities and Deliverables 1. Design Management & Technical Excellence Integrated Design Leadership: Own the technical direction and quality assurance for all project designs, guaranteeing integration and coordination between MEICA, Civils, and...

Engineering Manager - Water Sector Contract or Permanent Occasional home working Purpose Manage a multi-disciplinary engineering team and lead the delivery of water industry designs, ensuring time, quality, safety, and client expectations are met. Key Responsibilities Direct, mentor, and develop multi-disciplinary engineers, CAD technicians, and graduates. Identify, develop, and implement safe, efficient, and value-engineered design solutions; communicate these effectively to clients and project teams. Act as the Professional Head for the design function. Guide design activities to ensure compliance with relevant technical, professional, and water company standards; approve design packages. Identify and implement appropriate software tools; promote the use of BIM and 3D modelling where required. Manage the production of integrated design deliverables that meet safety and quality requirements. Review, interpret, and brief teams on...

Job Role: Engineering Manager Location: Greater Manchester Salary: 75,000 - 95,000 (dependent on experience) About the Role: Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Engineering Manager to lead and coordinate the technical delivery of water and wastewater projects across a variety of programmes and frameworks. You will work closely with project and programme leads to ensure technical governance, robust engineering standards, and effective coordination across a portfolio of water-sector projects. Key Responsibilities: Direct and develop multi-disciplinary engineers, CAD technicians and graduates Identify and implement appropriate, safe, efficient and value-engineered design solutions and communicate these to client and project teams Act as Professional Head for design function Guide design in compliance with relevant technical, professional and water company standards and approve design packages Identify and implement appropriate software packages,...

Engineering and Estates Manager Warrington Private Hospital Full time Permanent 37.5 hours Competitive basic salary plus excellent benefits Spire Cheshire Hospital, Warrington is currently looking to recruit for an experienced Engineering and Estates Manager on a full time and permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team and have a great impact. At Spire Cheshire Hospital, we provide high-quality treatments for our patients and are extremely proud to be rated as Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) for our private hospital care. You can get fast access to expert healthcare, from consultations and diagnosis to treatment and aftercare. Contract type: Permanent, Full time Working hours : Department operates between 7 am and 5 pm Monday to Friday, however due to the nature of the position, some flexibility will be required as business demands - occasional evening, or weekend working and a regular on-call commitment. As Engineering...

Location: Cheadle, United Kingdom Thales people provide armed forces customers with operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defence mission systems solutions at land, sea, and air. Our platforms extend across the battlespace including Above and Sonar, Electronic Combat, and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance systems. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex...

Piping Designer Water Industry (Revit) Contract Type: Ltd Company (subject to IR35 assessment) Rate: £45 £50 per hour Ltd Duration: 12 months Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday Friday (Hybrid Working) Additional Requirement: CSCS card may be required for Ltd company workers Position Summary We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Piping Designer to support the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Reporting to the Principal Engineer, this role involves producing coordinated 3D designs for wet wells, pump chambers, and associated ductile iron pipework, with a strong emphasis on constructability, maintainability, and operational access. Key Responsibilities Produce accurate 3D models and detailed GA drawings using Revit. Develop layouts for wet and dry well pumping stations, concrete pump chambers, ductile iron and epoxy-coated carbon steel pipework, valves, and pipe support systems. Integrate vendor equipment packages into...

Lead Electrical Engineer Location: Manchester (Hybrid typically 2 3 days in the office) Hours: 40 hours per week Sector: Water Projects: Multiple Water Frameworks Rate: £55 £65 Ltd per hour (Subject to an IR35 assessment confirming Outside IR35 status) Role Summary The Lead Electrical Engineer will be responsible for delivering the electrical engineering scope across multiple water framework projects. The role involves technical leadership, team oversight, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring all work is delivered safely, compliantly, and to high-quality standards. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Project Delivery Lead the delivery of electrical engineering scope including schedule and MDR creation, change control, project reporting, and leading meetings. Delegate work packages and provide technical guidance to the electrical engineering team. Support project estimates, CTR development, and planning activities. Ensure compliance with...

Senior Civil & Structural Engineer (Water Sector) Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working) Rate: £50 £55 per hour Ltd (subject to IR35 assessment) Duration: 12 months + Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday Friday Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Civil & Structural Engineer to join a multi-disciplinary design team delivering major projects within the water sector. The role involves leading and producing civil and structural design deliverables, ensuring technical excellence, and providing guidance to junior engineers. The successful candidate will be confident liaising directly with clients, contributing to design reviews, and coordinating effectively with BIM and wider engineering teams. Key Responsibilities Design & Engineering Delivery Produce and verify civil and structural analysis, calculations, reports, and specifications for water-sector infrastructure. Develop effective design solutions and communicate these...

Do you have Chartered Engineer status (ICE or IStructE) and at least 5 years experience in Temporary Works design? Can you confidently lead and communicate complex civil and structural designs to BIM teams and clients? The Opportunity Are you an experienced Civil or Structural Engineer looking for a high-impact contract role? We re seeking a Senior C&S Temporary Works Engineer to join a multi-disciplinary team delivering complex civil and structural designs for major infrastructure projects. This is an Outside IR35 contract with remote working flexibility, giving you the freedom to work from home while contributing to nationally significant projects. Your duties and responsibilities will be: Deliver civil and structural analysis, calculations, reports, and specifications. Communicate designs effectively to BIM teams and collaborate with other disciplines and construction teams. Attend occasional site visits, design reviews, and client meetings. Support and...

Can you provide examples of projects where you have acted as a Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE), and explain how you ensured compliance with technical assurance requirements? How have you applied your knowledge of UK legislation and standards to manage risk and ensure safe delivery in complex engineering projects? The Opportunity The Chief Electrical Engineer will play a pivotal role in supporting major gas transmission projects within the energy sector. Operating primarily on a remote basis, with occasional ad-hoc visits to the Manchester office. You will ensure that all design packs meet rigorous technical and legislative standards. Your duties and responsibilities will be Provide bid support across project risk, programme, and enquiry/bid evaluations. Deliver technical support and assurance for design packs (DCAAR). Ensure compliance with UK legislation, standards, and sector-specific requirements. Contribute to technical assurance and risk...

Are you a Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer with proven experience in Temporary Works Design? Can you demonstrate leadership in supervising and approving complex engineering designs within major infrastructure projects? What excites you most about working remotely on technically challenging projects that shape the future of UK infrastructure? The Opportunity Are you ready to play a key role in delivering complex engineering solutions for major infrastructure projects? We re expanding our team and seeking a Principal Engineer to join a leading organisation working on high-profile projects across the UK and overseas. This is an Outside IR35 contract offering remote working flexibility, giving you the freedom to work from home while contributing to technically challenging projects. Your duties and responsibilities will be: Act as Principal Engineer, preparing design documentation as requested by Lead Engineers. Supervise, prepare, check, and approve design work...

A senior-level hydraulics specialist delivering technically robust, safety-led solutions across complex water projects. Role Overview Our client is looking for a Senior Hydraulics Engineer to deliver specialist hydraulic and surge analysis across water and wastewater projects. The role covers feasibility through to construction and commissioning, with responsibility for hydraulic modelling, technical design outputs, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver safe, compliant, and practical solutions. Role & Responsibilities Provide specialist hydraulic support within water and wastewater projects, including thermofluids, network flows, and hydraulic modelling. Independently produce and manage engineering deliverables such as calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports, with a strong focus on constructability. Support the design, assessment, optimisation, and analysis of water and wastewater processes, including CFD techniques where...

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Wythenshawe 4on4off (2 Days, 2 Nights, 4 off) 45,000 to 48,000 with extensive training, benefits, please get in touch for more information Holidays, Pension, Life Assurance, enahnced Overtime rates My client, a growing business within their industry, is looking for an ambitious Maintenance Engineer to join their team. This is a great opportunity for a motivated engineer looking for training and long-term progression opportunities with a global manufacturer. The business is investing greatly in its production and engineering functions, if you are an engineer with aspirations to develop your skills this is a fantastic environment for you. Role Description Electrical and Mechanical Breakdowns and Repairs PPM, Reactive & Breakdown maintenance on all site machinery Fault Finding on both Electrical and Mechanical Faults Always Adhering to Health & Safety on site Maintenance on a range of medium to heavy industrial...

Maintenance Engineer - Electrical Bias Stockport Rotating Days and Nights 57,000+ Leading benefits structure including 10% Pension, Bonus Scheme, Life Assurance, Holiday, Training, Overtime, Canteen with a number of free meals, financial advice and EAP This is a brilliant opportunity to work for a true leader in the UK Food Manufacturing industry. Championing Engineering processes, teamwork, upskilling and progression this is the perfect environment for a seasoned engineer that has some experience with leading teams, setting standards and implementing maintenance improvements. Role Description - What you will be doing General Maintenance across the site Electrical and Mechanical Breakdowns and Repairs Fault Finding on both Electrical and Mechanical Faults Adhering to Health & Safety on site at all times Working on improvement projects with machinery, processes, training Reporting into the Maintenance Manager Maintenance on fast paced machinery,...