Freelance Site / Setting Out Engineer Location: Didcot, Oxfordshire Duration: Long-term (Up to 2 Years) Rate: Competitive Day Rate (Payment via CIS or Limited Company available) Equipment: Option to provide own surveying kit (Robotic Total Station/GPS) and CAD software Client: Specialist Earthworks Subcontractor The Opportunity Are you an autonomous, technically sharp Site Engineer who prefers running your own package without being micromanaged? A leading specialist Earthworks subcontractor is seeking a standalone Setting Out / Site Engineer for a major motorway bypass project in Didcot. This is a rare 2-year freelance assignment offering excellent stability and the choice of CIS or Limited Company payment structures. As the sole engineer on this package, you will have total ownership of your section, working closely with the project management and machine operations teams. Key Responsibilities You will be the technical lead for your package, responsible for:...

Are you an experienced Electrical QS (Qualified Supervisor), working in the Midlands? BASIC SALARY: £40,000 - £45,000 BENEFITS: Overtime Company Van Pension Mobile & Laptop 24 Days Holiday LOCATION: Northampton COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Oxford, Milton Keynes, Coventry, Peterborough, Leicester, Kettering, Wellingborough JOB DESCRIPTION: Electrical QS, Electrical Qualified Supervisor - Electrical Services Due to rapid growth and future opportunities, we are now looking to employ an additional Electrical QS. This role will be primarily site based with some occasional office work. It will blend technical leadership and field support with career development opportunities, giving the successful candidate a chance to make a real impact whist helping to uphold the standards within the Industry KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Electrical QS, Electrical Qualified Supervisor - Electrical Services NICEIC Qualified Supervisor: Ability to lead and oversee electrical installations, ensuring...

Are you an experienced Electrical QS (Qualified Supervisor), working in the Midlands? BASIC SALARY: £40,000 - £45,000 BENEFITS: Overtime Company Van Pension Mobile & Laptop 24 Days Holiday LOCATION: Northampton COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Oxford, Milton Keynes, Coventry, Peterborough, Leicester, Kettering, Wellingborough JOB DESCRIPTION: Electrical QS, Electrical Qualified Supervisor - Electrical Services Due to rapid growth and future opportunities, we are now looking to employ an additional Electrical QS. This role will be primarily site based with some occasional office work. It will blend technical leadership and field support with career development opportunities, giving the successful candidate a chance to make a real impact whist helping to uphold the standards within the Industry KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Electrical QS, Electrical Qualified Supervisor - Electrical Services NICEIC Qualified Supervisor: Ability to lead and oversee...

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role The Weekend Site Engineering Supervisor is responsible for leading hands?on maintenance and reliability activities during weekend operations. The role ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient completion of the Preventative Planned Maintenance (PPM) of the plant and equipment by planning, scheduling and recording the required work, and driving asset care and reliability standards across the site. This is role requires a strong focus on...

Scientific Software Engineer C++ Python Linux Oxfordshire Hybrid £70,000pa - £75,000pa plus benefits: Do you enjoy technically leading and mentoring Software Engineers utilising C++ & Python on Linux, passing on your knowledge and experience to help nurture and develop future Engineers? If so, this Lead Software Engineer role will be perfect for you. Our client is at the forefront of scientific research industry developing instrumentation and tools to aid ground-breaking science. They now seek a highly dynamic Lead Software Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environments and can seamlessly adapt to changing priorities. The ideal candidate will not only bring technical expertise and architectural vision but also excel in collaboration and stakeholder engagement. Exceptional interpersonal skills are essential, as this role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, mentoring engineers, and effectively communicating complex concepts to...

Defence Contract Gas Responsible Person RAF Brize Norton Permanent Full Time Carterton, Oxfordshire On-site SC Clearance required Commercial Gas Security clearance: Candidates must be eligible to obtain SC (Security Check) clearance. Full vetting support is provided prior to employment. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK. About the role We are looking for an experienced Gas Responsible Person to join a key defence contract at RAF Brize Norton. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior commercial gas professional ready to progress into a leadership position, taking full responsibility for gas safety compliance across site, while managing a team of engineers and acting as the technical authority for all gas-related matters. Key responsibilities Lead, manage and coordinate a team of gas engineers on site Act as the main point of contact for all gas-related technical matters Carry out routine inspections, audits and compliance...

Astute's Renewables team is partnering with a leading renewable energy operator to recruit a Senior Electrical Technician to support renewable energy assets across the South Midlands and South England region. The Senior Electrical Technician role comes with a salary of up to 70k depending on experience, plus an excellent benefits package including car allowance. If you have experience as a Senior Electrical Engineer or Senior Electrical Technician and are looking for your next career move, we'd love to hear from you - apply today by submitting your CV. Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Electrical Technician Reporting to the Head of Technical Services you will: Provide technical support for the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of HV and LV electrical systems across renewable energy assets Lead and support engineering projects, upgrades and modifications from initial concept through to completion Review maintenance activities and technical data to...

Lead Software Engineer C++ Python Linux Oxfordshire Hybrid £75,000pa plus benefits: Do you enjoy technically leading and mentoring Software Engineers utilising C++ & Python on Linux, passing on your knowledge and experience to help nurture and develop future Engineers? If so, this Lead Software Engineer role will be perfect for you. Our client is at the forefront of scientific research industry developing instrumentation and tools to aid ground-breaking science. They now seek a highly dynamic Lead Software Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environments and can seamlessly adapt to changing priorities. The ideal candidate will not only bring technical expertise and architectural vision but also excel in collaboration and stakeholder engagement. Exceptional interpersonal skills are essential, as this role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, mentoring engineers, and effectively communicating complex concepts to both technical and...

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for...

As part of Astute's People Plus retained search, Astute's Renewables Team is exclusively partnering with a leading engineering solutions provider within the biogas and wider renewable energy sector, known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and professional development, to recruit a Sales Manager covering East Anglia across to South and Central Wales. The strategically significant Sales Manager role offers a salary between 50,000- 60,000 including, commission, company car, private healthcare and pension. If you're a Sales Manager looking to join an organisation that places integrity, technical excellence, and people at the heart of its work, submit your CV today. Responsibilities and duties of the Sales Manager role Reporting to the Managing Director, you will: Develop and manage long-term relationships with new and existing customers across your dedicated area. Lead sales activity for the full product portfolio within the biogas market, including equipment...

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter Location: Oxford Duration: 6+ weeks Pay Rate: £28 per hour (CIS) + £50 per day accommodation (30+ miles) We are currently seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters for a 6 week project based in Oxford. Contract Details: Duration: 6+ weeks Hours: 50-70 hours per week Day shifts Pay Rate: £28 per hour CIS or £21.08 per hour PAYE Accommodation: £50 per day (if residing over 30 miles from site) Requirements: Valid CSCS or CCNSG card (essential). Previous experience carrying out mechanical fitting on industrial or construction sites. Ability to read and work from technical drawings. Strong awareness of site health and safety standards. Manlift and/or forklift licence (desirable). Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.

Archangel Lightworks is a connectivity company building wireless technology to create the space-enabled networks of the future. We're passionate about improving humanity's communications infrastructure and solving some of Earth's most critical problems, from economic inclusion to climate change. Our start-up is a fast-paced and supportive environment, where you can make your mark as part of a growing team and work on the cutting-edge of innovation. We're looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our experienced engineering team and deliver novel laser communications technology. We are developing high-performance mechanical systems including telescopes, precision pointing mechanisms, and structurally stable platforms for laser communication, with a near-term focus on ground systems. This role focuses on solving challenging mechanical problems where stiffness, alignment, thermal behaviour, and tolerance stack-ups directly impact system performance. In this role, you will...

Role: 3 Line IT Engineer Location: Oxford Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 ? Profile My client is a growing MSP based in Oxford and due to continued growth, they are looking to add a 3 Line Engineer to their team. The 3rd Line IT Engineer is a client-facing role responsible for resolving high-level technical issues, supporting client infrastructure, and contributing to changes. This role operates within a structured MSP service environment, requiring adherence to ticketing processes, SLAs & utilisation targets, while maintaining a high standard of customer service and technical output. In this position you will be supporting clients remotely whilst also visiting them onsite. Key Responsibilities Troubleshoot/support/maintain platforms included in our core technology stack Woking at a technical 3 line level Act as a primary escalation point for 1st and 2nd line engineers Take ownership of priority and complex tickets through to resolution Deliver technical...

Location: Harwell, Quad Two, 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. Governments and private industry rely on us to create satellite‑based systems that provide trusted, anytime‑anywhere connectivity and positioning—helping care for our planet, manage its resources thoughtfully, and explore our Solar System with curiosity and purpose. We view space as a new horizon for collective progress, shaping a more sustainable life on Earth. As a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space partners with Telespazio through the Space Alliance to deliver a full suite of...

Location: Oxford, 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. Governments and private industry rely on us to create satellite‑based systems that provide trusted, anytime‑anywhere connectivity and positioning—helping care for our planet, manage its resources thoughtfully, and explore our Solar System with curiosity and purpose. We view space as a new horizon for collective progress, shaping a more sustainable life on Earth. As a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space partners with Telespazio through the Space Alliance to deliver a full suite of integrated...

Weekend Engineering Supervisor Witney Friday - Monday Days Benefits:- Private Pension, Life Assurance X4 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays 24/7 EAP, Discount Platforms Do you want to work for a leading manufacturer, with the job security of being part of a global group, producing a full sustainable product. They are looking for a Weekend Engineering Supervisor to lead a team that carries out all PPM and reliability engineering activities during the weekend shutdown period. Role & Responsibilities of the Weekend Engineering Supervisor: Hands-on leading a team of 3 engineers to complete planned maintenance & reliability tasks Work closely with the other engineering supervisor to organise PPM's around production PPM workload allocation, prioritsation of tasks, completion of work orders in SAP Create new PPM plans, monitoring reliability engineering and suggest improvements Still partake in hands-on tasks with the team,...

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter Location: Oxford Duration: 6+ weeks Pay Rate: 28 per hour (CIS) + 50 per day accommodation (30+ miles) We are currently seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters for a 6 week project based in Oxford. Contract Details: Duration: 6+ weeks Hours: 50-70 hours per week Day shifts Pay Rate: 28 per hour CIS or 21.08 per hour PAYE Accommodation: 50 per day (if residing over 30 miles from site) Requirements: Valid CSCS or CCNSG card (essential). Previous experience carrying out mechanical fitting on industrial or construction sites. Ability to read and work from technical drawings. Strong awareness of site health and safety standards. Manlift and/or forklift licence (desirable). Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.

Job Advert: Radio Communications Engineer Location: Culham, Oxfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Salary Range: 37,020 - 41,227 (Plus South Eastern Allowance of 2,000) Are you ready to elevate your career in a dynamic and vital role? Join our client the Civil Nuclear Constabulary's team as a Radio Communications Engineer ! In this exciting position, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the operational capability of front-line officers and emergency services across the UK. Why Join Us? Impactful Work: Be part of a team that supports critical voice communication systems used by police officers and emergency services. Professional Growth: Engage with emerging technologies and best practises like ITIL, Lean Six Sigma, and Prince 2. Flexibility: While the role is primarily office-based, it includes travel to various sites across the UK. You may also need to work unsocial hours occasionally to support operational activities. Key Responsibilities: Plan,...

Archangel Lightworks is a connectivity company building wireless technology to create the space-enabled networks of the future. We're passionate about improving humanity's communications infrastructure and solving some of Earth's most critical problems from economic inclusion to climate change. Our start-up is a fast-paced and supportive environment, where you can make your mark as part of a growing team and work on the cutting-edge of innovation. We're looking for electrical, optical or mechanical Production Engineers to join our experienced engineering team and help deliver transformative laser communications technology. You will support the serial production, assembly, integration, and testing of Archangel Lightworks' TERRA-M Optical Ground Station products and associated subsystems. Your responsibilities will include: Assembly, Integration, and Testing: Assemble and test subsystems and support system level integration and testing of optical ground stations in at least...

Astute's Nuclear team is partnering with a leading fabrication company to recruit a Graduate Quality Engineer based in Oxfordshire to support their growing project book. This Graduate Quality Engineer role comes with a structured development pathway, funded training, mentoring from experienced engineers, and exposure to high-integrity projects across nuclear, fusion, defence, healthcare and energy sectors. If you're a graduate engineer with a curiosity for how things are made, why they fail, and how quality prevents that, and you're looking to build a long-term career in a regulated fabrication environment, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Graduate Quality Engineer role Within the role you will: Support the implementation and maintenance of quality procedures, inspection plans and project quality requirements Translate engineering drawings, specifications and standards into effective shop floor controls Verify product conformity...