Location: Crawley, 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. 2027 Technical Publications & Product Training Apprentice – Level 3 Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician   Start Date: 06 September 2027 Salary: £24,000 per annum Employee type: Permanent Location: Crawley Working Schedule: Monday – Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday – Thursday, 5 hours Friday)   Turn your curiosity into a career. If you're passionate about engineering, eager to learn, and looking for an apprenticeship that combines academic study with exciting on-the-job experience,...

QC Operative Kent Day Shift 07 00 £30,000 £40,000 DOE Precision engineering environment Quality inspection, CNC machining, engineering drawings & measuring equipment experience required. Excellent benefits and long-term career prospects. QC Operative Kent £30,000 £40,000 DOE Permanent Our client, a well-established and growing engineering manufacturer in Kent, is looking to recruit an experienced Workshop QC Operative to join their quality team. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused professional with experience in a CNC machining or precision engineering environment to play a key role in ensuring high standards are maintained throughout the manufacturing process. The Role You will be responsible for inspecting components and materials throughout production, ensuring all products meet required specifications, quality standards and customer expectations. Key Responsibilities Complete QC inspection...

MIG Welder - Fabricator Location: Ashford Pay: £16.10 per hour Hours: Full - Time, 8:00am till 5:30pm Contact: Temporary to Permanent We are recruiting for an experienced MIG Welder to join an established manufacturing and fabrication business in Kent. If you have professional MIG welding experience and are looking for a stable role with regular weekday hours, this could be a great opportunity to put your skills to use within a busy workshop. You'll be working on manufactured metal components, carrying out bench welding and fabrication work while ensuring finished products meet the required quality standards. What you'll be doing: MIG welding metal components to the required standard Carrying out bench welding and general fabrication duties Preparing, positioning and assembling materials ready for welding Reading and following engineering drawings and work instructions Checking the quality and accuracy of completed work Supporting...

CNC Programmer / Setter Siemens ShopMill Up to £25 per hour 40-hour working week Free parking Our client is looking for a CNC Programmer / Setter to join their busy engineering team, working with CNC milling machines to produce high-quality components to engineering drawings. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC professional, or someone looking to develop their skills further, to join an established team where technical ability, attention to detail and a hands-on approach are valued. Our client is particularly interested in candidates with Siemens ShopMill experience, but is also open to considering individuals with a strong CNC machining background and transferable programming skills. The Role Programming and setting CNC milling machines to produce components in line with engineering drawings. Writing and modifying CNC programs to ensure components are produced accurately and efficiently. Interpreting technical drawings and checking completed...

Exciting Opportunity for a Timber Cutter! Our client is seeking a dedicated and skilled Cutter to join their team in a busy manufacturing environment. If you have a passion for hands-on work and enjoy being part of a collaborative production team, this role could be the perfect fit for you! Position Details: Hourly Rate: 13.60 an hour and Overtime pay available over 42.5 hours a week Temp to Perm opportunity Location: TN25 - Will need to drive due to location Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:45 pm and Friday's: 8:00 am - 4:15 pm Key Responsibilities: As a Cutter, you will be pivotal in handling timber products and operating cutting equipment. Your main duties will include: Examining reclaimed timber and utilising a cross-cutting machine to process wood for reuse. Employing a variety of hand held tools, such as nail guns and hammers. Developing your skills within the production team by mastering assembly techniques. About You: The...

Proactive are looking for a practical and detail-focused Glass Gluing & Finishing Assistant to join a busy manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will support the final stages of production, preparing glass and metal components for assembly and ensuring finished products meet the required standards of quality and presentation. Responsibilities Prepare glass and associated components for use during final assembly. Carry out visual inspections to identify scratches, defects, damage or other imperfections. Clean and prepare surfaces to ensure they are suitable for bonding and finishing. Apply adhesives, sealants and bonding materials accurately and consistently. Secure glass components into metal frames, bezels and other manufactured parts. Carry out trimming and finishing work to achieve a clean and professional appearance. Remove protective coverings and excess material from completed components. Follow established production methods, safety...

Production Planner - Precision Engineering Location: Southwark, London Salary: 40,000- 50,000 + Equity + Company Bonus + Benefits Working Hours: Days-Based Additional Benefits: Career Progression, Training and Development About the Company An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Production Planner to join a rapidly growing precision engineering business with an established international presence and expanding UK operations. The company specialises in the manufacture of high-precision components for a range of technically advanced industries, including aerospace, defence and robotics. With multiple manufacturing facilities and significant investment in its UK operations, the business is entering an exciting phase of growth and is looking to expand its team with talented individuals who want to make a meaningful contribution to its continued success. The Role As a Production Planner, you will play a key role in coordinating and optimising manufacturing schedules to...

Title: Data Modeller Contract Type: 18-month Fixed-Term Contract, Full-Time, 35 hours Salary : 57,094 per annum to 65,000 per annum (London weighted salary) or 49,052 per annum to 57,000 per annum (Regional salary), dependant on experience Grade: 10 Reporting Office : London, Stratford or Manchester, Trafford Persona : Agile Worker: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/working location (hybrid working) Closing Date : 22nd October 2026 Interview Dates : 29th-30th October 2026 Please note that in person interviews will be held for at least one of the interview stages for this role. Please click here for the role profile - Data Modeller Role Profile.docx Benefits include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits,...

Job title: Machine Operator - High Precision Components Job Type: Permanent Start date: ASAP Salary: 40-45,000 per annum Location: Teddington Working Arrangements: Site-based Hours: Full-time The Role We are seeking an experienced Machine Operator/Machinist to join a specialist engineering business in Teddington, manufacturing low-volume, high-precision components. You will be responsible for the end-to-end manufacturing process, from setting and operating milling and grinding machinery through to inspection, quality control and final delivery. Key Responsibilities Set and operate milling and grinding machinery. Manufacture low-volume, high-precision components to tight tolerances. Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. Select tooling and machining processes. Carry out dimensional inspection using precision measuring equipment. Identify and resolve machining and quality issues. Take ownership of components from setup through...

Job title: Machine Operator - High Precision Components Job Type: Permanent Start date: ASAP Salary: 40-45,000 per annum Location: Teddington Working Arrangements: Site-based Hours: Full-time The Role We are seeking an experienced Machine Operator/Machinist to join a specialist engineering business in Teddington, manufacturing low-volume, high-precision components. You will be responsible for the end-to-end manufacturing process, from setting and operating milling and grinding machinery through to inspection, quality control and final delivery. Key Responsibilities Set and operate milling and grinding machinery. Manufacture low-volume, high-precision components to tight tolerances. Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. Select tooling and machining processes. Carry out dimensional inspection using precision measuring equipment. Identify and resolve machining and quality issues. Take ownership of components from setup through...

Electromechanical Assembly Technician / Build Engineer Contract Type: 4-Week Short-Term Contract Location: West London Workshop (Near Notting Hill) Positions Available: 3-4 Engineers Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Pay Rate: Competitive (Hourly / Day Rate, dependent on experience) About the Role We are a high-tech robotics company manufacturing Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) in-house at our West London workshop near Notting Hill. To meet an upcoming delivery milestone for our latest robot model, we are hiring 3-4 temporary Electromechanical Assembly Engineers for a 4-week contract . Prior experience in robotics is not required. We are looking for hands-on, detail-oriented engineers with solid experience in assembling complex electromechanical hardware-such as automation equipment, electric vehicles (EVs), industrial machinery, or similar technology. Key Responsibilities Build and assemble Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) directly from mechanical...

CNC Machinist Location: Hayes, Middlesex Job Type: Full-time Salary: 30,000 to 40,000 About the Role We are looking for experienced CNC Machinists to join our engineering team in Hayes. We are interested in machinists with experience across CNC turning and milling , including 3, 4 and 5-axis machining . The successful candidates will be confident in setting, operating and programming their own work , producing high-quality precision components to tight tolerances. Key Responsibilities Set, operate and programme CNC turning and milling machines. Work across 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC machining. Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. Select tooling and set appropriate cutting parameters. Programme machines and make necessary adjustments during production. Inspect finished components and ensure they meet required tolerances. Troubleshoot machining, tooling and programming issues. Maintain high standards of quality and accuracy....

General Assembler (Metal Components) A General Assembler (Metal Components) is responsible for assembling precision metal parts using processes such as fitting, bonding (gluing), and polishing to produce high-quality finished or semi-finished products. The role requires attention to detail, manual skill, and adherence to strict quality standards. Location: Ruislip, London Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm Salary: 13.50 per hour Key Responsibilities of the General Assembler: Assemble metal components according to engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications Accurately fit and align parts to ensure correct positioning and secure assembly Apply industrial adhesives (gluing/bonding) safely and precisely where required Clamp, hold, and secure components during curing or setting processes Polish, deburr, and finish metal surfaces to meet quality and cosmetic standards Inspect parts throughout the assembly process to ensure accuracy and...

Machine Minder - Park Royal Salary: 33,000- 34,000 Shift: 4 on, 4 off nights Location: Park Royal We're recruiting a Machine Minder to join a busy manufacturing site in Park Royal. You'll be responsible for keeping production machinery running smoothly, carrying out machine set-ups and tool changes, and acting as the first response to breakdowns. More complex faults will be escalated to the maintenance engineering team. Key responsibilities Operate and monitor production machinery Complete machine set-ups and tool changes Carry out first-line fault finding and breakdown response Maintain safe, clean working standards Escalate faults that require engineering support What we're looking for Manufacturing, production, machine operating, or engineering experience Comfortable working night shifts on a 4-on, 4-off pattern Practical and mechanically minded Reliable, proactive, and keen to learn This is a strong opportunity for someone looking to develop...

About Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Founded in 2013 by world‑renowned makeup artist and beauty entrepreneur Charlotte Tilbury CBE, Charlotte Tilbury Beauty has transformed the global beauty industry with one mission: to empower everyone, everywhere to look and feel like the most confident version of themselves. With our easy‑to‑use, easy‑to‑choose, easy‑to‑gift icons, we’ve become one of the most talked‑about beauty brands on the planet - and the magic is only growing. Today, we’re a global beauty phenomenon, scaling at record speed across 50+ markets with over 3,000 Dream Team members bringing the Tilbury magic to life every single day. Across the world, our Retail Teams and Magic Offices work hand‑in‑hand to shape the Charlotte Tilbury experience - from the glamour of London and the style capitals of Europe, to the energy of the Americas, the vibrant beauty hubs of the Middle East and the fast‑growing innovation centres across APAC. Every region brings its own sparkle, culture...

Lathe / Machine Operator Location: Ipswich Salary: £(phone number removed) Shifts: 3 on 3 off (12 hours Days & Nights Rotation) Who are we looking for? A vacancy has arisen for a Wheel Lathe Operator at our Maintenance located near to Ipswich to perform wheel turning on vehicles and loose wheelsets, in accordance with approved maintenance plans and technical standards. On your first day, we ll expect you to have: Commitment to safe working practices Minimum apprentice-trained with a background in machining (CNC) Experience in mechanical maintenance and an appreciation for working to tight tolerances Full UK Driving Licence What your key responsibilities will be: Adhere to health & safety and local safety policy requirements, and other safety and technical standards. Ensure r company engineering standards and procedures are applied and followed. Complete all tyre turning records accurately, using our electronic Asset Management System and Excel...

Spare Parts Technician - Spider is advertising on behalf of SP Industries , who are looking for a Spare Parts Technician to join their team at their Ipswich, Suffolk facility. This is a key, 100% factory-based role supporting service operations and customer demand. Salary: Competitive depending on experience Annual Leave: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Other Benefits: All employees eligible for private heath care and health cash plan, Salary Sacrifice Pension, Life assurance About the role: As a Spare Parts Technician , you will be responsible for assembling, testing and kitting spare parts, including mechanical and electrical sub-systems. You will also support continuous improvement activities to help maintain efficient, high-quality processes. Key responsibilities include: Assembling and testing mechanical and electrical spare parts and sub-systems Creating some legacy spare parts and ensuring assemblies meet quality and safety standards...

Location: Crawley, 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. ARE YOU THE VOICE OF LEAN? LEAN LEADER — Crawley Manufacturing | Thales UK We don't want someone who talks about continuous improvement. We want someone who lives it — on the shop floor, with the teams, every day. Thales UK builds technology that matters. As our Lean Leader in Crawley , your mission is to make our manufacturing operations sharper, faster, and better — for good.   THE ROLE You'll be the go-to expert for Lean Continuous Improvement (LCI) across our Crawley site. That means embedding robust problem...

TXM Recruit are working as the recruitment partner for an established engineering and manufacturing business, supporting them in the appointment of a Quality Technician to join their QSHE team in Saffron Walden. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within quality, particularly if you have a background in manufacturing, engineering, production, assembly or machine operation and are ready to take the next step into a more specialised technical role. You don't need to have an established career in quality to be considered. The hiring manager is open to candidates who demonstrate the right attitude, enthusiasm to learn, attention to detail and a genuine interest in developing their skills. If you take pride in your work, enjoy solving problems and want to build your technical knowledge, this could be an ideal opportunity to progress your career. Working alongside Production, Engineering and Quality colleagues, you will gain exposure to...