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...

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...

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...