We are the internal recruitment partner for our client, a globally recognised leader in high-performance fluid transfer systems, supplying the automotive, motorsport, motorcycle, defence, and industrial sectors. With operations across the UK, USA, Mexico, and Europe. We’re looking for a passionate and detail-driven Automotive Design Engineer to join the engineering team based in Exeter. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects supporting leading OEMs and world-renowned automotive brands, with clear progression opportunities within a growing and innovative environment. Responsibilities: Owning engineering activities from initial feasibility through to production sign-off, ensuring safety and compliance at all times Supporting commercial and project activities to ensure delivery on-time, on-quality and on-budget Acting as a key engineering contact for customers and stakeholders, responding to technical queries and attending technical reviews...

Pump Service Engineer - Field Based 35,000 - 42,000 Basic + Overtime & Callouts (Up to 60,000 OTE) Permanent, Full Time About the Company Our client is a leading specialist hire provider of pumping, heating and cooling solutions across the UK and Ireland. With a strong national depot network and a 24/7 service capability, they support customers with both planned projects and emergency response solutions across a wide range of industries including construction, utilities, facilities management and industrial sectors. The Role Based from the Bovey Tracey depot, you will work regionally carrying out service, maintenance, installation and breakdown support on a variety of pump systems. This is a field-based role where no two days are the same, supporting customers on both planned works and reactive callouts. Key Responsibilities Service, maintain and repair diesel and electric pump units, submersible pumps and associated equipment Install and commission pumping...

Job Title: Civil Engineer Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 (dependent on experience) Location: Exeter (with occasional travel to other offices) Type: Permanent Full-time Hybrid working About the Role: This is a Civil Engineer position within a multidisciplinary design team focused on UK water infrastructure projects. You will support the delivery of optioneering, outline, and detailed design work across varied and technically challenging schemes. The role sits within a collaborative engineering environment delivering solutions for major UK water utilities, working alongside designers, technicians, and contractors to support infrastructure improvements across the sector. About the client: Our client is a long-established multidisciplinary consultancy specialising in the built and natural environment. They deliver engineering and advisory services across infrastructure, buildings, and regeneration, with a strong focus on sustainable design and long-term environmental...

Job Title: Lift Engineer (2 Positions Available) Salary: 43,000 per year (negotiable based on experience) Monday to Friday (no weekends or on-call required) Locations: Field-based: Exeter, Devon, Plymouth, Torquay and surrounding areas Contract: 40 hours (door-to-door 7:30-16:30), overtime at 1.5x Benefits: Company car, pension, 23 days holiday + bank holidays, gym membership, cycle to work, CPD, career progression This role involves autonomous inspection, servicing, repair, and auditing of lifting equipment across customer sites. Suited to professionals delivering high-quality, compliant engineering services. Key Responsibilities Conduct insurance inspections and issue detailed reports. Perform condition surveys assessing service standards, UK health & safety compliance (LOLER/PUWER), Equality Act accessibility, and equipment lifecycle analysis. Provide refurbishment/replacement recommendations including modular solutions. Execute...

Are you a skilled Controls & Automation or Electrical Engineer looking for a high-impact contract where you can truly own the lifecycle of major capital projects? We are partnering with a large global manufacturer at their Plymouth site to find a dynamic Controls Project Engineer. This isn't a role where you'll just be maintaining the status quo. Instead, you will be driving massive site upgrades, including a major overhaul replacing machines, integrating cutting-edge technology into existing systems, and upgrading legacy assets to modern standards. If you are looking for a highly visible contract within a fast-paced, world-class manufacturing environment, your next challenge starts here. Location: Plymouth (On-site) Duration: 12 Months Work Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Full-Time) Pay Rate: 23.36 - 47.30 per hour (depending on experience) As a Controls Project Engineer, you will manage a mix of project stages, focusing predominantly on Low...

Maintenace Engineer Plymouth 50,000 - 51,500 A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Engineer to join an excellent bespoke manufacturer in the Plymouth area. With no day ever being the same the Maintenance Engineer role offers genuine long-term progression and career development within a first-class manufacturing environment. Role & Responsibilities: Carry out PPMs Dealing with all Breakdowns on site, keeping downtime to a minimum Fault Finding on all Machinery to identify issues Adhere to a high level of H&S and instigate a positive culture Look at continuous improvement and have a direct influence on processes Worked with and installed single phase / three phase electrical motors Be flexible with working hours Knowledge and understanding of 5s and Lean Manufacturing Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Time served as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer 2 years' experience minimum Ideally Apprentice Trained Strong...

Job Role: Senior - Associate Process Engineer Location: UK (remote working available as long as willing to travel to an office when required) Salary: 60,000 - 80,000 + benefits About the Role: We're looking to speak with Senior to Associate level Process Engineers who are ready to take the next step in delivering innovative water and wastewater projects that make a real impact. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering team working on sustainable infrastructure schemes across the UK, with flexible remote working available. You'll play a key role in leading multidisciplinary project teams, delivering high-quality process solutions, and supporting the development of junior engineers within the business. Key responsibilities include: Leading process design activities on single and multi-disciplinary water and wastewater projects Providing technical leadership and driving best-practice engineering solutions Delivering outline and detailed process...

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor (Freelance) Location: Taunton, Somerset (multiple sites) Contract Type: Freelance Contract Rate: Up to £550 per day (INSIDE IR35) Working Pattern: Hybrid 2 3 days per week on site/in the office Contract Duration: Initial 6-month contract Company Overview We are recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of reservoir upgrade projects across Somerset. This opportunity sits with a well-established contractor operating on the South West Environment Agency Framework, delivering a portfolio of reservoir improvement and upgrade schemes in and around the Taunton area. Operating as a managing contractor, the business works closely with its supply chain to deliver complex infrastructure projects safely and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative commercial team on a contract basis, supporting the successful delivery of key...

Are you a qualified Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer? Do you want to work for a supplier directly with uncapped earnings? If so, we have an opportunity for you to join the Energy supplier of the year 2025, as part of Utilita's award-winning Field services team as a Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer. We offer £38,993 as a base salary with an additional £330 per week for being on call (average 1 in 5 weeks). Giving you a potential OTE of £42,293 per annum. Earnings, however, do not stop there! Our industry leading Meter installation bonus will allow you to earn £25 per meter or £50 for a dual once you've Completed a minimum of 4 jobs in that day. Not to mention the enhanced overtime for Sunday work, so the earnings are truly unlimited. What else can we offer you? Flexibility of working 25 days Annual Leave per year, plus Bank holidays Health Care Scheme Mental Wellbeing support 24/7 GP and counselling services Win tickets to events at Utilita...

Maintenance Engineer Bridgwater 57,000 4 on 4 off (Days/Nights) A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an Maintenance Engineer to join an excellent manufacturing company in the Bridgwater Area. With no day ever being the same the Maintenance Engineer role offers genuine long-term progression and career development within a first-class manufacturing environment. Role & Responsibilities: Provide front line maintenance support to the shift operations team Keep machinery working to the designed output efficiency Dismantle and re-assemble all production equipment Electrical, instrumentation and mechanical maintenance Regular PPM and scheduled maintenance and improvement works Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Multi Skilled Background with ideally an Mechanical Biased Manufacturing experience is preferred Self-motivated and able to work in a team Knowledge of lean manufacturing practices & continuous improvement mentality Must have a...

Role: Electrical Delivery Lead (HV/LV) Position: Contract Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset Duration: 12 Months Rolling Rate: Circa 380 p/d PAYE + 36 days annual leave Circa 515 p/d Umbrella Job Purpose / Overview As a Delivery Lead (Electrical) you will report directly to the CSS Senior Infrastructure, Utilities & Integration Delivery Lead and be responsible for the delivery and implementation, of the Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance Contract, specifically the electrical scope. The Delivery Lead will be responsible for developing, reviewing and amending policies and procedures that underpin strategy within their work area, and may also be called upon to help prepare detailed specifications, in support of the procurement process. Review technical designs and procedures to ensure the Electrical utilities will meet the required standards. Monitor adherence to the established standards. The role would suit someone who has the ability to manage and...

Financial Controller Bridgwater, Somerset 55,000 - 60,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits + Progression - Into Finance Director Bonus 31 - 33 days annual leave (statutory + Xmas Shutdown) Pension Benefits Progression - Into Finance Director We're partnering with a niche and ambitious manufacturing business in Bridgwater who are looking to recruit an experienced Financial Controller who can play a pivotal role in driving financial performance and supporting strategic decision-making. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation with a strong reputation for quality and innovation, where you'll have real influence over financial operations, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. If you're a commercially minded finance professional looking to make a tangible impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment, this role offers both challenge and progression. The Position: Produce accurate monthly management accounts within agreed...

Role: Work Management Project Support Position: Contract Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset Duration: 12 Months Rolling Rate: Circa 135 p/d PAYE + 36 days annual leave Circa 180 p/d Umbrella Job Purpose / Overview As a Work Management Project Support , you will report to the Work Management Commissioning Lead and support the execution of maintenance activities on site. This will involve organising work packages for the maintenance teams, ensuring maintenance are receiving the correct work packages for their week and ensuring that completed work packages are returned on time are processed. To support the execution of work, the individuals will also be responsible for ensuring Work Authorisation Forms are ready on time for work to commence. Principal Accountabilities Manage the distribution of work packages to the correct maintenance teams. Process the required finished work packs when they return from maintenance to ensure correct work package closeout....

Electrical Engineer Brixton Bus Garage About the Role We are looking for a skilled and motivated Electrical Engineer to join our Day Shift Engineering Team at Brixton Bus Garage. This is a key role responsible for maintaining the safety, reliability, and performance of our bus fleet by carrying out both preventative and reactive maintenance on electrical systems and equipment. Working as part of a dedicated engineering team, you will play a vital role in ensuring vehicles remain roadworthy, compliant, and available for service, helping us deliver safe and reliable transport for our customers. Key Responsibilities Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance and inspections on a wide range of vehicle electrical systems and equipment. Diagnose, investigate, and repair electrical faults efficiently to minimise vehicle downtime and maintain operational performance. Perform electrical installations, modifications, upgrades, and repairs in line with...

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Maintenance Electrician to join one of the country's leading Facilities Management companies. This will be a mobile role working covering Plymouth and the surrounding areas. The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical background and hold electrical qualifications such as NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in electrical installations or maintenance, and 18th edition as a minimum. The role will be working as part of a team working at a number of retail sites in the region undertaking a range of building maintenance duties. The purpose of this role carry out planned and reactive maintenance on electrical and mechanical plant. Duties: Support other technicians with any major or minor maintenance work. Complete all necessary PPM's and reactive maintenance schedules within agreed timescales and to ensure all necessary paperwork is completed accurately and as required. Prioritising and completing minor maintenance and repair work to...

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Engineer to join a tier-one joint venture on a flagship, multi-billion-pound marine and defence infrastructure programme based in Plymouth. This is a long-term assignment working within a high-integrity, secure environment, delivering complex deep-water berths and heavy civil engineering works. To support candidates traveling from outside the local area, a lodging allowance is paid . The Role Working within a highly regulated framework, you will provide essential technical leadership and engineering control on site, ensuring works meet strict quality and design specifications. Your day-to-day will involve: Technical Control: Managing and overseeing setting out, dimensional control, and engineering accuracy for major marine and heavy civil packages. Workforce & Subcontractor Management: Supervising and mentoring site engineers, direct labor, and specialist subcontractors to ensure safe and efficient delivery. HSEQ...

Techniche Global are supporting an engineering defence contractor to appoint a Resident Civil/Structural Engineer to join their Major Infrastructure Projects programme at Devonport Dockyard in Plymouth. The primary purpose of the role is to provide advice and support to the Implementation Design Manager in ensuring the delivery of high-quality assets through witnessing and recording the physical works on site throughout the course of the Implementation phase and ensure the Design Intent is maintained. Rate: up to £65p/hr UMB inside IR35 Location: Plymouth- 100% onsite Duration: 12 months initially, 35 hrs per week Requirements: sole UK nationals who have lived and worked in the Uk for the past 5 years Key responsibilities: Assist the Construction and Project team by providing advice and communicating with contractors and relevant internal stakeholders to resolve site issues/ Technical Queries during construction in line with contract timescales. Co-ordinate...

Mechanical Fitter - Plymouth We are looking for experienced Mechanical Fitters to join our clients busy engineering team in Plymouth. The role involves assembling, installing, maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment, carrying out fault finding, and working from engineering drawings to ensure machinery operates safely and efficiently. Key Requirements: NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) Previous Mechanical Fitter experience Knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics and pneumatics Ability to read engineering drawings Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills Able to work independently and as part of a team Additional Information: All employees are required to undergo drug and alcohol screening. This position operates on a shift pattern (5 on, 5 off, 4 on - 12 hour days) Salary is dependent on experience + 15% Shift allowance Due to the site location, candidates must have their own reliable transport...

Indirect Category Lead A strategic procurement and category management role, leading indirect spend, sourcing, supplier management, contracts, compliance and stakeholder engagement across a complex organisation. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Procurement Manager, Strategic Sourcing Manager, Category Lead, Senior Buyer, Procurement Specialist   SALARY: Competitive + Benefits LOCATION: Plymouth, Devon, South West England (PL1) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent   JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Indirect Category Lead with strong procurement, category management, sourcing, supplier management and commercial contracting experience. As an Indirect Category Lead you will lead indirect goods and services spend, creating category strategies, delivering value, reducing supply chain risk and supporting business-wide compliance. Working closely with...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading construction company to recruit a Quality Control Engineer on a 6 month rolling contract for its Plymouth site. The Quality Control Engineer provides the opportunity to work on a key national project, gaining valuable experience with a reputable company. This position also comes with a high chance of extension. Key skills required for the Quality Control Engineer role Must have experience working on large heavy civils projects and overseeing quality on heavy civils projects. A degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, or Quality, or related subject is desired. Must be a UK national. Location and timeframe of the Quality Control Engineer role Plymouth. Inside IR35. Start date asap, latest end of June. 6 Month rolling contract with likely extension. Site based position, Monday - Friday. Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the...