Operations Coordinator Derby up to £32,000 Permanent The Opportunity Are you a proactive "get-it-done" professional who thrives in a fast-paced engineering environment? We are looking for an Operations Coordinator to act as the central engine room for a leading rail specialist in Derby. This isn't a role for someone who wants to sit back; it s for a self-starter who understands the "why" behind their tasks and can work autonomously to ensure site projects are mobilised, tracked, and delivered to the highest standard. With a full order book and a focus on internal progression, this role offers a platform to truly grow your career within a thriving industry. Responsibilities: Project Coordination: Act as the central point of contact between site teams and management, leading the mobilisation and demobilisation of field projects. Planning & Resources: Coordinate the deployment of personnel and equipment, ensuring the right assets are in the right place at the...

Quality Engineer Derby £40,000 - £45,000 Permanent The Opportunity Ford & Stanley are proud to be partnering with a leading rail specialist in Derby to appoint a proactive Quality Engineer . This is a rare "blank canvas" opportunity to join an expanding engineering business that is moving from a reactive to a proactive quality culture. Our client has a full order book and is looking for a specialist who wants to put their own stamp on a Quality Management System. If you enjoy the challenge of identifying root causes and developing new processes from scratch to ensure "Right-First-Time" delivery, this is the perfect career move for you. Responsibilities: Proactive Quality Management: Identify internal non-conformances early to prevent them from becoming external issues; lead 8D investigations and root-cause analysis. System Development: Rather than just following existing rules, you will support the business in writing and developing new quality processes...

Lead Technician Location: Etches Park Depot, Deadmans Road, Derby 12+ Month Initial Contract Pay: 26.92 /hour PAYE 35.98 /hour Umbrella Hours: 4 on 4 off shift pattern. 10 Hour shifts. Combination of Days & Nights (E.g. - 4 days, 4 off, 4 nights) + Opportunity for overtime, Paid at 1.25% This role falls inside IR35 - payment via PAYE or Umbrella Company Function of Role To service, complex fault find and repair Hitachi rolling stock assets Key Responsibilities Maintain the condition of the work site, materials and equipment Adhere to health, safety, environmental & quality practices in the workplace Prepare for and undertake planned and unplanned maintenance activities Confirm that traction and rolling stock assets comply with operational specifications by the use of engineering processes and techniques Read and extract information from traction and rolling stock drawings and specifications Prepare for and undertake the...

Senior Buyer Purchasing Manager Central Derby Up to £45,000 Job Purpose To ensure the effective sourcing and expediting of all materials direct & indirect to support business operations and assist the Supply Chain & Procurement team in coordinating material requirements in line with management systems and industry standards. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Procure direct and indirect materials and services, with a focus on manufacturing and engineering categories. Engage early with internal stakeholders and suppliers to source the best products for all projects. Lead vendor negotiations and develop a roadmap for cost savings. Build long-term partnerships with suppliers and drive performance improvements in collaboration with other functions. Ensure timely and complete delivery of materials in accordance with operational and project requirements. Actively manage relationships across engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve material...

Job Description Hardware Engineer 5 days in the Office Derby, Raynesway. A role within Submarines will offer you the opportunity to work across all phases of the product life cycle, solving technical challenges across a wide range of digital, software, programmable hardware and electronics technologies, systems, and applications. You will be able to build the career you desire as an engineer, technical specialist, or technical leader. We want you to maximise your potential and will support your technical development through coaching, experience, and training. This will include professional mentoring to start your journey towards becoming a chartered engineer or to continue your professional development. Why Rolls-Royce? Our submarines business is responsible for the design, manufacture, supply and through-life support of nuclear propulsion-related products and systems in support of the Royal Navy's submarine fleet. You can find out more about the amazing...

Astute's Power Team are working with a global technical services and engineering consultancy to recruit for a Principal Integrity Engineer, specialising in Pressure Systems, to join their expanding Asset Integrity management team. This is a senior, permanent opportunity where you'll lead the delivery of high-value engineering solutions, supporting major clients across the Conventional Power and Clean Energy sectors - including CCGT, Biomass and Energy from Waste facilities. Candidates must have a degree in a relevant field, have at least 5 - 10 years Power Generation experience and be a Subject Matter Expert in PSSR / Asset Integrity / Mechanical Plant. If you would like to discuss this role & the package available, please get in touch. Responsibilities and duties of the Principal Integrity Engineer role: You will be responsible for: Carrying out integrity assessments of defective or degraded power plant components operating at both low and high temperatures, using...

Mechanical Assembly Operative / Workshop Technician Location: Derby Rate: £15.69p/h PAYE Contract: 3 Month Rolling Shift: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 4:30 We re looking for a Mechanical Assembly Operative to join a busy engineering workshop supporting the build of bespoke conveyor and product handling systems, primarily used within food manufacturing environments. This is a hands-on role working as part of a skilled workshop team, preparing and assembling components to a high standard in line with engineering drawings. Key Responsibilities: De-burr and finish machined components Carry out basic drilling, tapping, and part preparation Assemble mechanical components and sub-assemblies Work from engineering drawings and instructions Maintain quality standards across all work Requirements: Previous experience in a mechanical assembly or workshop environment Strong de-burring and component finishing skills Confident using hand and power tools Ability to...

TIG Welder/Fabricator Location: Derby Rate: £20.00 p/h (Ltd Outside IR35 or Umbrella) Contract: 3 months initially Shift: Monday to Friday Days We re looking for an experienced TIG WelderFabricator to support a busy engineering and manufacturing workshop. The role involves producing and assembling components used in bespoke conveyor systems and food processing machinery. This is a hands-on position suited to someone confident working from drawings and delivering high-quality fabrication work in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Carry out TIG and some MIG welding on stainless and mild steel Fabricate and assemble components from engineering drawings Produce parts for conveyor and processing equipment Maintain high standards of quality and safety Requirements: Proven background in fabrication and sheet metal work Strong MIG & TIG welding experience Confident working with stainless steel and mild steel Able to read and work from...

Job Specification: Fabric Technician (Facilities Management) Our organization is seeking a dedicated and skilled Fabric Technician to join our Facilities Management (FM) segment. Based in Derbyshire, you will work alongside a team of specialized technicians to provide a comprehensive service delivery plan for our client. Role Overview Location: Derbyshire Police Headquarters Salary: 35K per annum Working Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm) Contract Type: Permanent On-Call: Participation in an on-call rota is required (retention fee provided) Security Clearance: This position requires successful Police Vetting prior to commencement. Your Mission As a Building Technician, you will hold full responsibility for the building fabric status of the site. Your role involves executing both Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks to ensure a safe, functional, and high-quality environment. Key...

Contract Fabricator / Sheet Metal Worker Location: Derby Rate: £20.00 p/h (Ltd Outside IR35) Contract: 3 months initially Shift: Monday to Friday Days We re looking for an experienced Fabricator / Sheet Metal Worker to support a busy engineering and manufacturing workshop. The role involves producing and assembling components used in bespoke conveyor systems and food processing machinery. This is a hands-on position suited to someone confident working from drawings and delivering high-quality fabrication work in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Carry out MIG & TIG welding on stainless and mild steel Fabricate and assemble components from engineering drawings Produce parts for conveyor and processing equipment Maintain high standards of quality and safety Requirements: Proven background in fabrication and sheet metal work Strong MIG & TIG welding experience Confident working with stainless steel and mild steel Able to read...

Fabricator / Welder Derby Up to 16.50 per hour (DOE) Temp to Perm Day Shift We are seeking a skilled Fabricator Welder to join our client in Derby. The role will involve the fabrication and welding of bespoke metal and architectural components. Duties: Fabricate metal structures from scratch Both MIG and TIG welding Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications Completing multi-pass and positional welding on mild steel up to 25mm Operate fabrication equipment such as guillotines, press brakes, rollers, and grinders Measure, cut, and assemble steel and other metals to exact tolerances Inspect finished products for quality assurance and compliance with specifications The occasional working away may be required Experience Required: Strong fabrication experience ideally in a heavy engineering environment Experience with different welding techniques including MIG and TIG Ability to work from detailed...

Our client is a civil engineering and groundworks sub-contractor to both Regional and National House Builders. With a turnover of c 100 million they are financially stable and growing organically. Projects include 278 works, residential groundworks, footpaths, roads, sewers and earthworks. What you will be doing: Setting out works, proficient use of surveying instruments, and interpreting technical drawings. Supporting quality control processes, inspection & testing, and maintaining accurate records. Applying health, safety, environmental, and sustainability standards on site. Engaging with the project team and client representatives to ensure successful delivery. Continuously developing your technical knowledge, CAD skills, and understanding of construction methodologies. What you will bring: You will possess or be working towards a qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Structural Engineering to HNC level or above Proven...

Mechanical Fitter Required Job Title: Production Support Technician Location: Derby Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday 08 30 Contract Type: Contract with potential for permanent for the right person Role Overview We are currently recruiting a Production Support Technician with hands on Mechanical Fitter experience to join our manufacturing team, supporting the assembly and fitting of front-end and inter-car gangways of rail vehicles. This is a hands-on, factory-based role requiring strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Key Responsibilities Assembly of front-end and inter-car gangways off train in a factory environment Bench-based mechanical assembly and fitting work Confident use of hand tools and power tools to complete assemblies Reading and following basic engineering drawings and work instructions Working collaboratively as part of a production team Essential Skills & Experience Previous...

Quality Inspector required. Do you have previous experience visually and dimensionally checking components? The Basics: Role: Quality Inspector Location: Derby Shift and Pay: Monday to Thursday 6.00am to 6.00pm (48hrs - days only) 17.41 per hour / 43,455 per annum + Overtime = earnings of 46,000 and upwards achievable Overtime: Paid at x1.5 Mon-Sat and double on Sundays Holidays/Benefits: 25 days + 8 bank holidays, after every 5 years' service an extra day holiday up to a max of 4 days, annual pay rises negotiated yearly, pension, modern work environment, free parking, uniform. Overview: We now require a Quality Inspector to join the inspection department. You will be tasked to inspect machined and fabricated components with hand help measuring tools associated within a precision engineering environment. Working in a modern purpose-built manufacturing facility for a high-end precision engineering business. The ideal candidate / Quality inspector may have some of...

Mechanical Fitter Derby £25.67 an hour umbrella Monday to Friday 7am to 3.30pm 18 month contract Situation We are seeking skilled mechanical fitters to perform maintenance tasks for an organisation that specialises in rolling stock maintenance, refurbishment, overhauls and modifications, as well as an array of track maintenance services across the UK rail network. Your New Opportunity You ll work hands-on with a wide range of rail vehicles, including locomotives and on track maintenance vehicles, carrying out essential servicing, maintenance, fault finding and repair tasks. The Candidate As a Mechanical Fitter you will be confident working with mechanical components such as engines, brakes, underframes, suspension systems, and wheelsets Comfortable using a variety of hand tools, including torque wrenches, and physically capable of operating them safely and effectively Must be able to read and interpret technical drawings, technical specifications and work...

The basics: Job Title: Welding Supervisor Industry: Manufacturing Location: Ilkeston Hours: Monday-Thursday (7.30am to 4.30pm) and Fridays (7.30am-12.30pm) Pay: Up to 45,000 per annum + overtime = earning of 50,000 and upwards. Overtime: Paid at x1.5 Holidays/Benefits: 33 days, 13 weeks company sick pay, 4% pension contribution. Overview: Working in modern, purpose built (clean and warm) manufacturing facilities we now require a Welding Supervisor to lead the Welding department consisting of platers, welders, fabricators and fettlers. Key responsibilities of the Welding Supervisor role: Supporting the Production Manager in the efficient running of the area, being the first point of contact and helping with communication throughout the Production process to ensure that quality goods are delivered to our customers on time Leading the teams in meeting and exceeding customer requirements on quality, cost and delivery Support, develop and promote improvement...

The basics: Role: Manufacturing Engineer Industry: Precision Engineering Location: Ilkeston Salary: Up to 52,000 DOE Hours: Monday to Thursday (7.30am-4.30pm) and Fridays (7.30am-2.00pm) Contracted hours: 40 per week Holidays and Benefits: 33 days holiday, Xmas shut down, 7.5% pension, x4 salary death in service. Overview: We now require an additional Manufacturing Engineer to join the team. Working in modern, purpose-built manufacturing facilities for a company that manufacture precision engineered components. You will be working in a first-class precision engineering environment that have processes such as machining, fabrication and a number of out sourced processes also. As the Manufacturing Engineer you will be working in a technical role managing projects for the customer from start to finish, ensuring the project is delivered on time and within budget - this role will offer variation such as offline programming but also creating manufacturing route cards to...

The basics: Job Title: TIG Welder Role: Permanent Environment: Precision Engineering Location: Derby Pay: 18 to 20.00 per hour DOE + OT = 42,000 and upwards achievable Shift: Monday-Thursday (7.30am - 4.00pm) and Fridays (7.30am - 12.30pm) Contracted hours per week: 39hrs Holidays/Benefits: 25 days + 8 bank holidays, Pension 5%, Annual Pay increase each year Overview: We are now looking for an additional TIG Welder to join the team. You will be working in clean, modern, purpose-built manufacturing facilities for a company that produce precision engineered components for sectors such as Aerospace, Oil and Gas. The ideal candidate / TIG Welder may have some of the following, however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually: Previous TIG welding experience with aluminium is essential - thin gauge welding Comfortable working with 1mm to 4mm metal sheet Commutable from: Derby, Burton,...

The basics: Role: Mechanical Design Manager - Automation/Automated machinery Location: Castle Donington Pay: 55,000 to 65,000 DOE Hours: Flex - Monday to Thursday 8hrs start time between 7am and 8:30am and Fridays 6hrs start time between 7am and 8:30am (38hr week) Holidays and Benefits: 33 days, pension 4% by employer, death in service x2 salary Team size/structure: Managing a team of 5 design engineers and working closely with the Engineering Director Environment: Bespoke machinery design - mechanical and electrical automation Overview: We now require an additional Mechanical Design Manager to join the team. Working in modern purpose-built manufacturing facilities for a company that manufacture bespoke automated machinery. You will be working in a first-class engineering environment that have processes such as machining, fabrication and a number of outsourced processes also. As the Mechanical Design Manager you will be working in a technical role managing...

Fabricator vacancy! Castle Donington based! Day shift only Mon-to-Fri! Full-time temp-to-perm contract! Immediate start! Overview We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Fabricator to join our dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on bespoke manufacturing projects, creating custom metal products that meet the unique needs of our diverse clients. As a fabricator, you will be responsible for applying your expertise in metal fabrication , MIG welding , and engineering principles to deliver high-quality results. We value diversity, equality, and inclusion and are committed to fostering a culture where all individuals are encouraged and empowered to contribute their unique talents. Responsibilities Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and engineering designs to create precision metal components and products. Perform MIG welding (some TIG as well) to fabricate, assemble, and repair metal structures and parts. Collaborate...