Astute's contract team is partnering with a Tier 1 contractor on Devonport Dockyard to recruit for a Site Engineer on a 6 month rolling contract. This role is Inside IR35. Must have previously worked on a dockyard or on a nuclear license site Degree or equivalent in Engineering Must have experience as a Site Engineer before Must be civils focused / worked on structural civils previously Rate disclosed on the call. Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider...

Randstad are seeking a Site Engineer to join our project team delivering a major redevelopment of a high-security, live government facility at Devonport Docks. Due to the sensitive nature of this site, specific security clearance protocols and eligibility criteria are mandatory for all successful applicants. Scope of works includes: RC, Drainage, Groundworks etc This is a long term freelance contract (12 Months+) paid UMBRELLA PAYE. Lodge allowance will be paid for applicable candidates Security & Eligibility Requirements Clearance: Successful candidates must obtain BPSS security clearance (approx. 8-week process) followed by SC security clearance (approx. 4-week process). Residency: You must have resided in the UK for the past 5 consecutive years . Nationality: Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country . Key Tasks and Accountabilities: Working within a live Ministry of Defence (MOD) facility , your day-to-day...

Job description PSR Solutions are recruiting for a Site Engineer to work in Wolverhampton. Location: Wolverhampton Salary: 300 - 400 per day Working on behalf of one of the UK's leading contractors we are looking for a Site Engineer to join the team on site in Wolverhampton. Candidates from a groundworks, building, or civil engineering background will be considered. All candidates must have CSCS. Engineers with or without their own equipment will be considered. Remuneration Our client is providing exceptional pay rates dependant on the individuals experience. What To Do Next: If you would like to know more about this position, please call Andy Ward on (phone number removed). Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer. Because of this we welcome applications from everyone regardless of Age, Disability, Gender reassignment, Marriage and Civil partnership, Pregnancy and maternity, Race, Religion or belief, Sex and Sexual orientation or any other...

Site Engineer Tunnelling / Heavy Civils Long-Term Contract Major Infrastructure Scheme South Coast We are looking for a capable and driven Site Engineer to support delivery on a major tunnelling and pipeline infrastructure scheme. This is a key role on a technically challenging section of works, offering long-term continuity and the opportunity to be part of a high-performing delivery team. This position will suit an engineer with strong setting out capability and previous experience in tunnelling, shafts, or heavy civils who is confident working in a fast-paced, site-based environment. The Role You will play a critical part in the delivery of tunnelling works, supporting day-to-day site operations and ensuring engineering accuracy, quality, and compliance throughout. Key Responsibilities Setting out for tunnelling, shafts, and associated civils works Managing and maintaining accurate site records, QA documentation, and as-builts Supporting delivery teams with...

Senior Site Engineer Highways Location: Carlisle Direct Reports: Site Engineer Rate - Inside IR35 Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior /Site Engineer to join our highways project team based near Carlisle. ts. I am looking for Engineers with Highways experience. Key Responsibilities Report directly to the Sub Agent and provide technical support to the site management team. Manage and mentor a Site Engineer, reviewing setting out, quality checks, and documentation. Oversee highways works including earthworks, drainage, kerbing, surfacing, S278/S106 works and associated infrastructure. Coordinate and manage utilities works (diversions, installations, protection of services) in liaison with statutory undertakers and utility providers. Ensure all setting out is completed accurately and in accordance with approved drawings and specifications. Review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation, raising RFIs where required....

Senior Engineer Location: Folkestone Rate: 400 - 500 per day (PAYE) Contract: 12 Months Minimum The Project We are seeking a Senior Engineer to join a major structural project in Folkestone, specifically focusing on the delivery of a multi-span concrete viaduct. This is a technically demanding role centered on high-spec reinforced concrete (RC) construction, requiring an engineer who is an expert in substructure and superstructure concrete delivery. The Role As the Senior Engineer, you will be the technical lead for all concrete structural elements. You will ensure that the viaduct's piers, abutments, and deck segments are built to exact tolerances. This role requires a "boots-on-the-ground" leader who can manage the transition from complex RC drawings to physical high-performance structures. Key Responsibilities RC Structural Delivery: Technical oversight of all reinforced concrete works, including piling, pile caps, piers, and elevated decks....

Senior Engineer Role: Senior Engineer (Aviation / Airfield Infrastructure) Location : Bishop's Stortford area Rate : 450 - 500 per day Duration : Ongoing Freelance Contract Start Date : Immediate / ASAP The Opportunity We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Engineer to join a specialized infrastructure project near Bishop's Stortford. This is a prestigious, long-term freelance opportunity working within a high-security aviation environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing complex engineering works where precision and strict adherence to operational constraints are non-negotiable. Given the nature of the site, prior aviation experience is an absolute requirement. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership: Lead the engineering function on-site, ensuring all works (airside or landside) align with stringent aviation specifications. Complex Setting Out & QA: Manage high-tolerance setting out and oversee comprehensive...

Our client is a Civil Engineering and Groundworks company, subcontractors to both regional and national housebuilders. With a turnover of c 100 million they are financially stable and growing organically. Projects include 278 works, residential groundworks, infrastructure, roads, sewers and earthworks. Key Responsibilities: Setting out works, proficient use of surveying instruments, and interpreting technical drawings. Supporting quality control processes, inspection & testing, and maintaining accurate records. Applying health, safety, environmental, and sustainability standards on site. Engaging with the project team and client representatives to ensure successful delivery. Continuously developing your technical knowledge, CAD skills, and understanding of construction methodologies. What you will bring: Qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Structural Engineering to HNC level or above Experience on 278 works, infrastructure,...

Role: Mechanical Project Engineer Location: Derby Rate: Up to £475 p/d - Umbrella PAYE Duration: 18 months+/Ongoing Sector: Water/Wastewater Are you a Project Engineer or with experience in the water/Wastewater sector? Do you want to join a market leading business who encourage high work load and opportunities to think differently? My client is a Contractor looking to strengthen their delivery team for the AMP8 funding cycle on their large framework portfolio on behalf of Severn Trent Water The successful Project Engineer's will work with the project managers and construction teams, as well as the sub contractors to ensure the successful on site delivery of complex Non-Infrastructure projects in the water sector. The projects are attached to Wastewater schemes, overseeing packages of work with the aim of improving the quality of discharged Wastewater on sites in the Derby and Nottingham region. Due to the complexities involved, you MUST have experience as a Site...

Astute's contract team is partnering with a Tier 1 contractor on Devonport Dockyard to recruit for a Section Engineer on a 6 month rolling contract. This role is Inside IR35. Must have previously worked on a dockyard or on a nuclear license site Degree or equivalent in Engineering Must have experience as a Section Engineer before Must be civils focused / worked on structural civils previosuly Rate disclosed on the call. Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider...

Astute's team is working with a Tier 1 Contractor to recruit a Senior Mechanical Engineer on a 6 Month rolling contract for its Salford site. Key skills required for the Senior Mechanical Engineer role Must have Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering. Must have Professional Chartership. Min. 10 years of experience. Must have experience working on Water projects, ideally AMP8/AMP7 projects. Location, day rate and timeframe of the Senior Mechanical Engineer role 6 Month Rolling Contract, Permanent employment also an option. Inside IR35. Start date ASAP. Salford. Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also...

Job Title: Section Engineer / Sub Agent Civils (Earthworks, Drainage & Utilities) Location: Orkney Island, Scotland Contract Type: Freelance (6 8 Months, Inside IR35) Company Overview We are recruiting for an experienced Section Engineer / Sub Agent to support the delivery of a major £150m new build substation project based on Orkney Island, Scotland. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven civil engineering professional with strong experience across earthworks, drainage, and utilities packages to join a high-profile infrastructure project, with potential for further work beyond the initial contract duration. The Role As Section Engineer / Sub Agent, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of the earthworks, drainage, and utilities package on site. Reporting directly to the Site Agent, you will manage a team of 3 4 engineers and play a key role in driving programme, quality, and safety across your section of works. This role requires an...

Maintenance Engineer (Ad Hoc) Location: Grantham Rate: £400 - £420 per day We are currently looking for experienced and reliable engineers to support operations at a highly automated cold storage facility based near Grantham. This is a unique opportunity to work on a state-of-the-art site featuring high bay systems, automated cranes, conveyors, and monorail systems within a large-scale distribution environment. The Role: You will be part of a small on site team, typically working in pairs, carrying out maintenance and support across: Automated crane systems (up to 40 metres high) Conveyor and monorail systems High and low bay storage areas General PPM and reactive maintenance Working Environment: Cold storage environment operating at approximately -20 C Hypoxic atmosphere with reduced oxygen levels (around 14.4%) to prevent fire risk Full PPE provided including specialist cold gear This role will suit individuals who are physically fit, resilient,...

Astute's Power Team is partnering with a leading global provider of Energy-from-Waste (EfW) solutions, this organisation delivers turnkey engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects across the full lifecycle, to recruit a Commissioning Engineer for its Glasgow Anaerobic Digestion Project on either a long-term contract or permanent basis. Responsibilities and duties of the Commissioning Engineer role You will: Perform hands on commissioning tasks in the field across mechanical, electrical, and process systems within assigned scope. Manage and coordinate commissioning activities for allocated systems in line with the commissioning programme and project milestones. Ensure systems are commissioned in accordance with design documentation, employer's requirements, project specifications, and contractual obligations. Oversee and coordinate subcontractors during commissioning activities, ensuring works are carried out safely, to specification, and to schedule. Act...

LTQR Engineer (phone number removed); Plymouth Devonport Royal Dockyard (phone number removed); 42.5 hours per week 08 00 (phone number removed); Reporting to: LTQR Manager CarmichaelUK are seeking an experienced LTQR Engineer to join a major infrastructure upgrade project at Devonport Dockyard . This is a unique opportunity to work on one of the UK s most significant defence programmes, supporting the delivery of Lifetime Quality Records (LTQR) and construction assurance across a highly regulated environment. Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required (process may take up to 8 weeks). Applicants must hold a valid passport from an EU, NATO, Five Eyes, or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years. The Role As an LTQR Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring progressive delivery of compliant LTQR packages and construction assurance deliverables. You ll work in a live MOD facility, collaborating with...

Job Title: Civil & Structural Design Engineer Salary: 45-50 per hour (dependent on experience) Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Type: Contract, Hybrid About the Role: Our client is seeking an experienced Civil & Structural Design Engineer to support live projects within the Grid Access Substations and HVDC Converter Stations sector. This is a technically demanding role requiring close coordination across civil, structural and M&E disciplines. You will contribute to the development, review and governance of technical solutions, ensuring work packages are delivered on time and to budget. About the Client: Our client is a leading engineering organisation delivering high-profile infrastructure projects across the UK, with a focus on multidisciplinary collaboration and technical excellence. Key Responsibilities: Produce and review civil and structural design solutions for substations and HVDC infrastructure projects Provide technical input and governance across live...

Job Title: Civil Engineer - Water Rate: 35 to 45 per hour (Outside IR35) Location: Thames Valley Type: Contract Outside IR35 Hybrid working About the Role: Our client is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with strong UK water sector experience to support the delivery of complex infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. This is a contract opportunity operating outside IR35, offering long-term project stability and hybrid working. You will provide hands-on technical expertise across the full project lifecycle, supporting design, coordination, and delivery on critical water industry schemes. About Our Client: Our client is a well-established UK engineering consultancy with a strong presence in the water sector. They are recognised for delivering technically robust, sustainable solutions and for working collaboratively with contractors, clients, and stakeholders across major programmes. Key Responsibilities: Project Delivery Support and deliver...

Interim Buyer / Procurement Engineer Process Manufacturer £350 - £400 per day (Ltd Company, Outside IR35) based in South Derbyshire Contract Length 6 months This globally recognised business is currently going through an exciting period of growth. This means that delivering high quality product to their customers on time and to budget is integral to their busines. As a result, this company are looking to recruit an Interim Buyer that has the capability to work within manufacturing teams to procure components and raw material at the best price and ensure that they are delivered on time. If you are a Buyer with capability to support and direct a small team with a good amount of manufacturing experience, please apply for this role immediately. You will be responsible for the following: Receive the designs and bill of materials from the design and project engineers. Products that require purchasing are sheet metal, pipework, plate, dished ends, brackets and other...

Software Controls Engineer 3-6 month contract £45.00 £55.00 p/h DOE (Outside IR35) Liverpool Wigan St Helens Warrington Bolton Automation / PLC / Siemens TIA Portal / Rockwell / Allen-Bradley I am currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established UK manufacturer operating within a fast-paced production environment. They are seeking an experienced Software Controls Engineer to support an ongoing automation upgrade programme on a short-term contract basis. For this position, you will be required to carry out the following duties: Develop and modify PLC software using Siemens TIA Portal and/or Rockwell Studio 5000 across live production systems Support the commissioning and integration of new automated equipment into existing production lines Assist with FAT and SAT testing, including execution, sign-off and documentation Support integration between PLCs, HMIs, sensors and third-party systems Create and maintain commissioning documentation including I/O...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a large-scale European Engineering and Construction company to recruit a Shift Engineer on 2 months for its Cheshire site. The Shift Engineer role comes with a rate of 550- 600 per day. Key skills required for the Shift Engineer role Ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Flue Gas Treatment System, maintaining all process parameters within defined operational and environmental limits. Monitor plant performance in real time, identify and respond to process deviations, and implement corrective actions to maintain stable operation. Carry out and record shift operations, including detailed log keeping, handovers, and reporting of plant events, abnormalities, and performance issues. Ensure full compliance with site safety procedures, permits to work, environmental regulations, and operational risk assessments, escalating incidents and near misses appropriately. Coordinate with maintenance teams for fault diagnosis,...