Location; Milton Keynes We are working with a highly automated logistics and warehouse operation in Milton Keynes supporting a fast-paced distribution environment. The site operates advanced materials handling and automated warehouse systems, with a strong focus on uptime, reliability and operational efficiency. This is a great opportunity for a Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter to join the existing maintenance team on a 12-month contract . Working outside IR35 , this role offers strong contract stability and the opportunity to gain experience within a well-structured automated environment. You will be responsible for supporting day-to-day maintenance activities across the site, carrying out first-line mechanical fixes, planned preventative maintenance and general mechanical upkeep of warehouse equipment. This role would suit a Mechanical Fitter or Maintenance Engineer with previous industrial, warehouse or manufacturing experience who enjoys hands-on mechanical work in...

My client provides civil engineering and infrastructure solutions to some of the country's major housebuilders, currently recruiting for a Site Engineer in Aylesbury. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in a dynamic scheme, which will include: Section 278 works on a live road Earthworks Drainage Key Responsibilities: Managing and setting out all engineering works Ensuring accuracy across site activities Producing surveying data and as-built documentation Requirements: Strong understanding of highway construction Proven experience in site engineering and setting out Competence in surveying and documentation If you're a motivated engineer looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability...

Astute's Power Team is partnering with a leading energy generation company with a commitment to operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement, to recruit a Quality Assurance Project Engineer for its sites in Kent and Wales. The strategically important Quality Assurance Project Engineer role comes with a competitive day rate and is offered on a contract basis. If you're a Quality Assurance Project Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that puts safety, quality, and performance at the forefront of everything it does then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Quality Assurance Project Engineer role Reporting to the Asset Support Team Leader you will: Act as the lead QA representative across projects, outages, and maintenance activities Ensure delivery against KPIs including safety, time, cost, quality, and compliance Implement and improve QA/QC processes, including auditing work control systems Support projects in...

Astute's Power Team are partnering with a Leading EPC Contractor within the Energy Sector. We are currently recruiting for a HV Electrical Commissioning Engineer to join their Open Cycle Gas Turbine project based in Stewartby, Bedfordshire. The HV Electrical Commissioning Engineer position comes with a day rate from 550.00 to 575.00 per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Lead and coordinate all high-voltage (HV) commissioning activities associated with the 298MW OCGT plant, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient delivery in line with project milestones. Execute detailed HV commissioning plans, switching schedules, and energisation procedures, aligned with the overall project commissioning strategy and grid connection programme. Supervise and manage pre-commissioning and commissioning of HV systems, including GIS/AIS switchgear, power transformers, generator step-up (GSU) transformers, protection & control systems, and grid interface...

Senior Site Engineer Didcot £500-£600 per day PAYE Umbrella Are you a Senior Site Engineer interested in an exciting opportunity working on a multi-million-pound highways project? If so, keep reading. The Company Our client, a Tier 1 Contractor in the UK are currently offering an excellent opportunity for a Site Engineer to join them for an assignment on a high-profile highways project in Oxfordshire. The company is one of the leading Infrastructure contractors working in the market today and have an excellent track record of delivering world class Civil Engineering projects. The Role As a skilled Site Engineer, you will provide your expertise with ensuring the site runs effectively and safely. Your expertise in managing Construction Phase Plans will be essential as you ensure accurate placement and alignment of critical components. You ll lead by example through regular on-site checks and making sure all project processes stay firmly on track. About you...

Are you an HVAC specialist who thrives in a fast-paced, high-tech environment where precision is everything? Imagine joining a large global manufacturer that doesn't just keep the lights on but sets the gold standard for facility excellence. This isn't just a maintenance gig; it's an opportunity to be the technical heartbeat of a massive operation, ensuring critical systems; from chillers to compressed air run with flawless efficiency. If you're looking for a role that offers high-impact work, a supportive team, and a clear path to a permanent future, your next career milestone starts here. We are looking for a skilled HVAC Engineer with a mechanical or electrical bias to join a world-class facility in Witney . This is a 12-month contract , providing essential engineering services to critical plant machinery and facility systems. Salary: 21.54 per hour, overtime 1.5x during the week and 1.75x on Saturdays. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours per week (8:00 AM -...

We are looking for a Site Engineer to join a Tier 1 Main Contractor on a water treatment project in South West London. This is a management-focused engineering role. You will not be responsible for setting out; instead, your focus will be on the technical management of sub-contractors and the delivery of specific work packages. Project Details Location: South West London Sector: Water / Utilities Contractor Type: Tier 1 Main Contractor Core Packages: Security fencing, structural enhancements, ducting installation, and hardware replacement. The Role Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that sub-contracted works are executed correctly, safely, and in full compliance with the project specifications. Key responsibilities include: Sub-contractor Management: Overseeing specialist trades to ensure delivery against the program. Quality Assurance (QA): Managing and closing out Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) to ensure a high standard of finish....

Controls Engineer Based in Oxfordshire 8 month contract £50ph outside IR35 Are you passionate about food production, quality, and innovative manufacturing? We re looking for a talented Controls Engineer to design, develop, and optimise automation systems that keep our food production lines running safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards Key Responsibilities of Controls Engineer Design and develop control systems for industrial processes and machinery Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions Conduct system testing, commissioning, and ongoing support Optimise performance, reliability, and safety of automated systems Requirements of the Controls Engineer Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Automation, or related field Experience with PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) Previous experience within FMCG, Automation or similar...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor to recruit a Civil Design Coordinator for a 12-month minimum contract for a large infrastructure construction project in the West Midlands. Key skills Coordinate civil design deliverables from subcontractors in collaboration with the Lead Civil Engineer Ensure designs meet contractual, programme, budget, HSE, and quality requirements Manage design interfaces between consultants and internal engineering teams, including scheduling and progress tracking Review and assess design submissions for constructability, risk, and technical compliance Represent the civil design function in meetings, maintaining clear communication across stakeholders Must have a Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architecture Experience working on large-scale civil packages within major projects Strong experience in design coordination on industrial, infrastructure, or plant projects Location,...

We are looking for an Engineer to start on site at Ferrybridge in the coming weeks. The Scheme New Industrial Development - 50 Weeks (with likely continuation) Site Prep, Drainage, Foundations, 278's Working as part of the Engineering Team to deliver major civil engineering package Would look at Permanent or CIS employment options Trimble and N4CE experience preferred. Working with a civil engineering contractor on a major new build industrial development. Calibre Search promotes equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and an employment business.

Senior Site Engineer Bridge Replacement Status: Outside IR35 (Ltd/CIS) Rate: 340 - 400 per day Duration: 6 Months Location: Seaford As the Main Contractor on this bridge replacement project, we require a high-caliber Senior Engineer to lead the technical delivery and pre-construction engineering duties. The Role: Pre-Con & Technical: Ownership of ITPs , Material Take-offs , and managing Design TQs/RFIs . Site Setup: Initial site establishment setting out , control points, and as-built surveying. Operational Control: Managing Permits to Break Ground , daily site records, and coordinating material testing . Supervision: Drafting RAMS and providing technical supervision to the site team to ensure RC structures meet specification. Requirements: Significant experience in Bridges and RC Structures . Expert with Total Station & GPS . Degree in Civil Engineering, SMSTS, and CSCS. Experience working for a Main...

Role Title: NSR Desktop Engineer Duration: 3 month initial contract Location: Barrow In Furness, Full onsite 5 days per week Rate: up to 354.20 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Clearance required: You must be a Sole UK National and hold Active SC Clearance Role purpose / summary Desktop Engineer with experience in Avanto and MS Defender preferred We have an exciting opportunity to join Capgemini as a NSR Desktop Engineer in our End User Experience (EUE) department, supporting a broad span of high-profile clients in our vast portfolio. At Capgemini we pride ourselves on our people because we know they are the heart of what we do. Embodying this in the day-to-day, our EUE Workplace Engineers are encouraged to grow and develop in the role's fast paced environment, thriving as you build on your existing experience and bringing that knowledge to the fore If you are successfully offered this position, you will go through a series of pre-employment checks,...

Mobile Engineer (Contract) Duration: 12 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Bromley/Hybrid (3 day per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile The Corporate Mobile organization forms part of Employee Experience Technology (EET) and is responsible for the Bank's Mobile strategy, managing a portfolio of mobile products and services including mobile applications for over 80,000 employees and devices globally. The role requires a collegial yet assertive approach when working among, coordinating with but ultimately ensuring compliance of all Architecture, Engineering and Operational standards. The person will be part of an amazing engineering team who have responsibility for engineering activities on our current global mobile platform as well as future state deliverables working with multiple technologies, reporting to a Senior Mobile Engineer within the team. Key...

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...

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...

Job title: EC&I Senior Project Engineer Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start date: ASAP Duration: 12 Month Pay rate: Depends on experience Location: Malton Hybrid/Remote Working: Onsite Hours of work: 37 hours Role information: A senior-level engineer responsible for delivering safe, compliant, and effective engineering solutions for complex industrial projects. The role involves leading the engineering aspects of projects from concept through to commissioning and handover, ensuring all work meets technical standards, safety regulations, and stakeholder requirements. Define project requirements and develop engineering solutions Produce and approve technical specifications and design Manage and oversee detailed design and contractor work Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards Support project planning, execution, and risk management Supervise construction, commissioning, and final handover Maintain configuration control and...

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...

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...

Senior / Principal Civil Design Engineer - Water Wakefield (Hybrid) - Outside IR35 A well-established Civil Engineering and Utilities business with a strong and growing pipeline of work in the water sector is looking to bring in an experienced Senior or Principal Civil Design Engineer to support its integrated design team in Wakefield. Operating across Yorkshire and the wider UK, the business delivers a mix of infrastructure and non-infrastructure schemes, combining in-house design with Design & Build delivery. This is a contract opportunity that would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on and properly involved in projects, rather than sitting at a distance. You'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of water and wastewater schemes from feasibility and concept through to detailed design, construction and commissioning, working alongside a collaborative and down-to-earth team. Day to day, you'll be coordinating civil and drainage design activities, preparing and...