Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Hardware Engineering Manager Templecombe or Crawley - Hybrid Thales Underwater Systems is a global leader in complex maritime engineering, delivering the ship‑wide systems that power world‑class platforms including the Queen Elizabeth Class aircraft carriers. Our portfolio spans Communications, Command Information Systems, Systems Integration, Autonomous Systems, Sonar, and Advanced Data Connectivity. Due to expansion and resilience planning, we are looking for a Hardware Engineering Manager to join our operations...

The Role The Group Installation Manager is responsible for managing the day to day operational activities of the Installations within group including providing leadership and support and promoting ownership of work and is responsible for all aspects of the fire, security and networks installation requirements for the business including ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards at all times. Duties and responsibilities Full P&L ownership for the department meeting set our year budgets Build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders across the business with the Sales Team and Service Team. Responsible for the continued professional development of team members to build a high performing and motivated team. Lead and manage the team, setting performance targets to deliver agreed priorities, operational targets, KPI's, XLA's SLA's and any other measures as set out in the organisational plans. Ensure team members are aware of the...

Role: Project Manager - Electrical Position: Contract Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset Duration: 12 Months Rolling Rate: Circa 400 p/d PAYE + 36 days annual leave Circa 540 p/d Umbrella Job Purpose / Overview The Project Manager has the responsibility to ensure delivery of all (or part of) the engineering, procurement, manufacturing, construction, and commissioning activities for the life cycle of the contract or work package in accordance with the overall Project schedule. The PM will ensure planning and delivery is in accordance with all safety, quality, time, and cost parameters to meet the needs of the Project. The PM will report directly to the Head of Site Operations and is responsible for the direction of activities associated with the full life cycle delivery of a contract or work package assigned to them. Principal Accountabilities Assist in securing the required resources to meet their project requirements, ensuring the maintenance of SQEP for any...

Role: Junior Surveyor Position: Contract Location: Hinkley Point C ( on-site), near Bridgwater, Somerset Days on Site: 5 Duration: Initial CED 31st Dec 2026 Pay: 235 PAYE - 320 Umbrella/ per day Job Purpose / Overview The Junior Surveyor is primarily responsible for assisting the Surveyor in survey field work and key activities include: Preparation of measurements on site Operation of survey instruments Processing of raw data Preparation of computation to provide results to the Surveyor Operating Environment Hinkley Point C will host two EPR nuclear reactors and be regulated by the Office for Nuclear Regulation to ensure safe operation. NNB has decided to have the site subject to a nuclear site license during the construction phase to ensure that the nuclear reactors are built to the highest standards in terms of quality and safety. As the client and principal contractor, will be expected to survey activities performed by the construction...

Our client is a growing engineering manufacturing business. They provide custom components for leading companies in the civil and construction industries. They are currently looking for an experienced QHS&E Manager to oversee all Health, Safety, Environment and Quality processes. Role and Responsibilities: Ensure compliance with ISO 45001 standards and Health and Safety Regulations. Look after approvals and first off article inspections. Act as the main point of contact for customer audits and external assessments Develop and implement procedures to monitor the performance of the QMS, manage internal audits and process safety incidents. Provide regular reports to senior management on both quality and health safety matters Experience and Skills: Experience of working in a Quality led environment. Experience of a manufacturing /production environment ideally heavier engineering. Understanding of hazardous area quality systems. Knowledge of ISO 45001 would be a...

Job title: Piping Engineer Job Type: Contract Start date: Immediate Duration: Up to Dec 2026 (Extension possible beyond this) Pay rate: Up to 375 PAYE / 505 Umbrella per day Location: Bridgwater, Somerset Hours of work: 5 days per week The Piping Engineer will be responsible for the preparation and delivery of Mechanical and Piping Construction Work Packs, supporting construction activities within the nuclear industry. The role involves reviewing technical documentation, conducting constructability assessments, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, defining work scopes, and ensuring compliance with nuclear safety, quality, and project requirements. The successful candidate will support installation planning, resolve technical issues, and drive the timely delivery of work packs to enable safe and efficient construction execution. Applicants should be able to demonstrate of the following skills/experience: Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or...

Job title: Welding NDT - Field Engineer Job Type: Contract Start date: Immediate Duration: December 2026 (subject to extension) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 only Pay rate: Up to 350 PAYE or 475 Umbrella per day Location: Bridgwater, Somerset Role Overview: The Welding/NDT Field Engineer is responsible for quality surveillance of mechanical construction activities on a nuclear construction project, ensuring contractor works comply with approved technical requirements, specifications, and quality control plans. The role covers fabrication, installation, and assembly of piping systems, equipment, and supports within a nuclear environment. Working within the Site Quality Surveillance Team, the engineer provides independent verification of work quality, identifies and reports non-conformances, and ensures issues are managed through formal processes. The role requires close coordination with site teams and contractors to support safe, compliant, and high-quality...

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...