Astute's Power team is partnering with a client who provide expert advice to support solar PV, wind, and BESS projects worldwide to recruit a Quality Technician on a 10-12 month for its Essex site. The Quality Technician role comes with a rate of 350- 375 per day. Key skills required for the Quality Technician role Carry out inspections and quality checks on civil, mechanical, and electrical installation works (including PV modules, mounting structures, inverters, and cabling systems). Verify works are completed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and method statements. Maintain and complete Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and associated quality records. Support punch list creation, tracking, and close-out of defects and non-conformances. Conduct material inspections upon delivery to site, ensuring compliance with project requirements. Assist in monitoring subcontractor quality performance and adherence to QA procedures. Record and report...

Imagine stepping into a fast-paced, world-class European Research & Development Centre where your technical expertise directly fuels innovation. We are partnering with a large global manufacturer to find a skilled Electronics & Instrumentation Technician who thrives on variety, precision, and cutting-edge technology. If you are looking for a role where no two days are the same; balancing independent problem-solving with collaborative, multi-million-pound facility upgrades this is your chance to make a tangible impact with an industry leader. Location: Peterborough Contract: 12-Month Hours: Mon-Thu 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM Pay Rate: 14.32 - 19.42 per hour (dependent on experience) Operating within a dynamic Test & Development Engineering facility, you will join the Electronics, Controls, and Instrumentation (EC&I) team. Your primary mission will be to calibrate, maintain, and repair vital test facility measurement systems to ensure data...

Assembley Technician/Electrical Assembly, Ware, Stanstead Abbotts £13.45 p/hr Hours - Monday-Thursday 8-5. Fridays 8-2.30 3 month contract The ideal candidate will be responsible for assembling parts and components to build electro-mechanical products, including servo motors and PCB sub-assemblies. They will assemble components accurately; test completed assemblies and report any faults. This role also involves testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing any issues that may arise. The successful Assembly Technician must work safely and efficiently using hand tools, power tools, machinery, and other equipment, such as T-bars, Allen keys, and screwdrivers. They must also possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills and ensure that all products meet quality and safety standards. Duties and Responsibilities • Assemble components in accordance with technical drawings and specifications. • Build electro-mechanical products, including servo motors...

Assembly Technician Location: Ware, Stansted Abbotts Salary: 14.00 - 16.50 We are looking for an experienced Assembly Technician (3-5 years) to join our team, assembling and testing high-quality electro-mechanical products, including servo motors and PCB sub-assemblies. You will be responsible for accurately assembling parts and components, testing completed assemblies, and identifying and resolving faults, while always working to strict quality and safety standards. Key Responsibilities Assemble components in line with technical drawings and specifications Build electro-mechanical products, including servo motors and PCB sub-assemblies Test completed assemblies for correct operation and functionality Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair assembly issues as they arise Identify and replace defective components Carry out basic maintenance on machinery and equipment Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations at all times About You 3-5 years'...

Technician Peterborough (Site based) Initial 12 Month Contract - expected to be rolling contract thereafter 37 Hours a week Monday - Thursday 8am-4:30pm, Fri 8am-1pm Up to £18.25p/h PAYE plus holiday and pension contribution OR up to £24.77p/h Umbrella An exciting opportunity to join a team within the Research & Development Centre in Peterborough. If you have experience using hand tools, and soldering of electronic components, this could be a great role for you. What the Technician will do: Follow documented standard work procedures/instructions, using various hand, power tools and lifting equipment provided in the work area Assist engineers in conducting technical investigations of current and future product working predominantly with engine components or systems to validate for performance and durability Operate test equipment and conducts investigation as directed by an engineer to obtain, analyse and summarise data Records evaluation results...

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for 3x C&I Commissioning Technician to join the EPC Contractor on a new build Waste to Energy facility based in Chester, Cheshire. The C&I Commissioning Technician come with a day rate of 450.00 per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Carry out Control & Instrumentation (C&I) commissioning activities from late pre-commissioning through cold and hot commissioning phases on a large-scale Energy-from-Waste facility. Perform loop checks, point-to-point testing, instrument calibration, and I/O verification prior to system energisation. Assist with commissioning of DCS, PLC, SCADA, and field instrumentation systems across key plant areas including boiler island, turbine generator, flue gas treatment (FGT), and balance of plant. Ideally have Valmet DCS experience on a power generation project. Follow and implement commissioning procedures, method statements, and test documentation in...

Workshop Technician Milton Keynes 30 - 32K/annum We are seeking a skilled Technicians to join our Milton Keynes team. You will play a key role in remanufacturing compressors and ensuring the highest quality standards. This is a hands-on position with opportunities to assist in both production and administrative tasks. Key Responsibilities: Remanufacture compressors following processes and quality standards. Test and program frequency inverters and other intelligent products. Assist with stock checks, works orders, and production-related admin. Conduct inspections and compile reports as required. Safely handle and pack goods for transport. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Adhere to ISO 9001:2015 procedures and company Health & Safety guidelines. Requirements: Experience in remanufacturing, mechanical or electrical assembly preferred. Attention to detail and commitment to quality standards. Ability to work safely and follow processes....

Job Title: Rolling Stock Technician Ref: CC(phone number removed) Location: Scotland (Various Options) Salary: Circa £35-40/hour (Umbrella) Shift: Days/Nights Options; Continental Shift Pattern; 37-40 hour week Role Type: Rolling Contract (Issued in 3 month blocks) Are you looking to join a team that is striving for more? This is a great opportunity to join a specialist team working to service rolling stock across Scotland. You will be part of a specially trained team that will tackle maintenance and address any faults that have occurred in service. This team and role is all about achieving a more efficient railway - with a focus on the customer you will help their fleets in service deliver safe, reliable services across Scotland & the UK. This is an exciting time to join a rail company that is pushing to improve customer experience through dedicated and detailed train maintenance activities, focusing on key elements of maintainability and improving day to day service...

Paint Sprayer / Vehicle Paint Technician - Rolling Stock Rolling Stock Maintenance / Vehicle Finishing Team Client: Alstom UK - Derby Large-scale rail manufacturing and refurbishment environment Voyager Refurbishment project and the follow-on CL222 Refurbishment project until September 2028 Role Purpose This role involves delivering high-quality paint finishing on large rail vehicles, including full surface preparation, priming, spraying, and final finishing. You will be working in a safety-critical, physically demanding production environment where precision and finish quality are essential. Candidates from a range of engineering and vehicle finishing backgrounds will be considered. Location & Working Pattern Location: Derby Shifts: Days Minimum 45 hours per week Immediate starts available Key Responsibilities Carry out full surface preparation on rolling stock (sanding, keying, masking, filling) Apply primer and topcoat systems, including 2K paint...

Paint Sprayer / Vehicle Paint Technician - Night Shift Rolling Stock Maintenance / Vehicle Finishing Team Client: Alstom UK - Derby Large-scale rail manufacturing and refurbishment environment Voyager Refurbishment project and the follow-on CL222 Refurbishment project until September 2028 Role Purpose This role involves delivering high-quality paint finishing on large rail vehicles, including full surface preparation, priming, spraying, and final finishing. You will be working in a safety-critical, physically demanding production environment where precision and finish quality are essential. Candidates from a range of engineering and vehicle finishing backgrounds will be considered. Location & Working Pattern Location: Derby Shifts: Nights Minimum 48 hours per week Immediate starts available Key Responsibilities Carry out full surface preparation on rolling stock (sanding, keying, masking, filling) Apply primer and topcoat systems, including 2K paint...

SCL Site Engineer: Shifts - 7/3 7/4 Are you a Tunnel Engineer looking to work on a prestigious High Speed Project in West London? The job is 12 months working on SCL Tunnels 525 a day umbrella inside IR35. THIS ROLE IS ON A 12 HOUR SHIFT PATTERN - 7 DAYS ON 3 OFF, 7 NIGHTS ON 4 OFF Benefits: Attractive rates An opportunity to gain valuable experience on a prestigious Major project A chance to work for one of the premiere main contractors currently in the UK Roles and Responsibilities: Ensure quality control requirements are met and recorded in accordance with specification Operate and promote a high standard of health and safety and environment compliance Raising of technical queries Ensuring that all materials used and work performed are as per specifications Candidate Requirements: SCL or secondary lining or FRC experience preferable Civil Engineering Degree or equivalent Prepared to work shifts CSCS card Think this is a job you may...

Senior Manufacturing Engineer Location: Peterlee, County Durham Position Type: Full-Time, Contract (Up to 12 Months) Hours: 36.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM with flexible timing options) Salary/Rate: Competitive hourly rate 24- 29 per hour (Equivalent to 49,500+ per annum) Travel: Not required About the Role We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join a world-class heavy manufacturing facility in Peterlee. In this role, you will provide the technical expertise necessary to design, develop, and implement complex manufacturing systems, operations, and sophisticated machinery. You will be part of a forward-thinking Manufacturing Engineering team responsible for developing cost-effective processes, launching new products (NPI), and driving continuous improvement utilizing the latest 3D virtual visualization and production validation techniques. Key Responsibilities Project Management: Develop, analyze, and manage complex Manufacturing,...

Job Title: Market Data and Trade Systems Analyst (AVP) Contract Length: 6 Months (Potential extension) Working Pattern: Full Time Location: London (Hybrid) About the Role: Our client, a leading organisation in the financial services industry, is seeking a Market Data and Trade Systems Analyst (AVP) to join their team. This role is pivotal in supporting, administering, and continuously enhancing Market Data Systems (MDS) and Trading Applications across the EMEA region. You will ensure the stability, performance, and security of critical market data platforms and trading systems used by Front Office teams. Key Responsibilities: Market Data & Trading Systems Support: Act as the primary point of contact for support, maintenance, and enhancements across MDS and Trading Applications. Provide end-to-end troubleshooting across infrastructure, platforms, and applications, ensuring high availability of services. System Maintenance & Administration:...

Team Admin 6 Month Contract Warwick (2 days onsite) About the Role : In this pivotal role, you will be the primary point of coordination for diary management, meeting arrangements, and approval workflows. Your contributions will ensure the seamless operation of the product line director's schedule and support wider team activities through efficient communication and event organisation. By managing day-to-day operational requirements with professionalism and discretion, you will help foster team cohesion and enable the team to focus on strategic priorities. Key Responsibilities : Leadership Team Support : Coordinate and manage recurring leadership meetings, including scheduling, agenda planning, and attendee logistics. Prepare and compile leadership packs, ensuring all materials are accurate, timely, and aligned with meeting objectives. Track and manage actions arising from leadership meetings, following up with owners and updating progress logs. Liaise...

Heavy Mechanical Fitter Mechanical Technician Overhaul Technician We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Technician to carry out Heavy maintenance on a fleet of Rail vehicles in Cardiff on a 6 month Contract basis. This role has a rate of 18.87 ph PAYE or 25.06 Umb - 36 hours a week (with possible overtime), Monday to Friday Days Earlies and Lates on a rotation The individuals must have experience in some form of heavy underframe overhaul or a relatable industry such as Vehicle maintenance, heavy engineering (REME, HGV, PSV etc) Your Tasks Carry out maintenance and overhaul of Rail Vehicles to laid down standards and procedures Working on the underframes of rail vehicles to refit/replace components as part of the overhaul. Your Profile Essential: Experienced engineer, qualified to NVQ Level 3. Proven experience, involvement and understanding of vehicle maintenance activities such as Rail underframe or bogie overhauls or a relevant ulterior discipline If you are...

Financial Reporting Accountant London/Hybrid 12 months contract Day rate from 300 via Umbrella Company dependant on experience Our commitment is to provide equal opportunity regardless of, for example, your gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We also engage with employers to develop programmes and pathways that embrace diverse talent and promote more inclusive employment worldwide through partnerships and other initiatives. We recognise and celebrate the value of difference and how it makes us faster, smarter and more innovative than our competition. My client is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Japan, with an established presence across all consumer and corporate banking businesses. Through its subsidiaries and affiliates, they offer a diverse range of financial services, including commercial banking, leasing, securities, credit card, consumer finance and other services. They are looking for a...

Role Overview Keltbray Lifting Services is seeking a highly competent and experienced Lifting Appointed Person (AP) to support and deliver safe, efficient, and compliant lifting operations across a range of complex construction and infrastructure projects. Top Priority Requirement: Candidates must hold NPORS N047 (Rigging and Fleeting Loads) and NPORS N046 (Lift Planner Rigging and Fleeting Loads), or demonstrate equivalent experience or similar recognised qualifications, with strong practical application in live site environments. AutoCAD experience is highly desirable, and candidates must be able to demonstrate proven technical planning capability relevant to the role. The role will involve planning and managing mobile crane lifting operations alongside lift & shift activities, including heavy plant movements and specialist rigging operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining Keltbray s high standards of safety, technical excellence,...

Painter & Decorator Location: Northumberland (Covering sites across Ashington, Blyth, and Morpeth) Agency: Search Consultancy (Construction & Trades Division) Payment Terms: Premium Hourly Rates (Weekly Pay) Start Date: Immediate (Subject to reference and credential verification) Position Type: Full-Time Contract Duration: Ongoing long-term work The Opportunity Search Consultancy's Construction and Trades Division is currently partnering with leading regional contractors to recruit time-served, highly skilled Painters & Decorators for active developments across Northumberland. We are currently managing multiple high-volume contracts-ranging from large-scale commercial builds to busy housing developments-offering immediate starts and consistent, ongoing runs of local work. The projects demand tradespeople who possess a meticulous eye for detail, a strong work ethic, and the ability to maintain exceptional production rates without compromising...

Mechanical Engineer - Test Facilities Engineering Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire (Fully Onsite, 5 days a week) Position Type: 6-Month Contract Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a background in engine, powertrain, or electric vehicle (EV) test cells? Ready to contribute to a world-class Research & Development facility shaping the future of global construction and mining power systems? We are currently seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our dedicated Test Facilities Engineering team at our Europe Research & Development Centre in Peterborough. In this high-impact position, you will report directly to the Engineering Manager, solving complex mechanical issues and implementing advanced development facility upgrades to prepare for next-generation drivetrain and powertrain systems. What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities): Technology Deployment: Evaluate, select, and deploy cutting-edge powertrain test cell technologies...

Position : Design Engineer Sector : Automotive Specialism : Electrical / battery / electrified powertrain Location : Warwickshire Duration : 3 months initially CAD Package : Catia V5 Tenure : Inside IR35 or PAYE. This role is NOT outside IR35 Rate : PAYE 275 per day, Umbrella 350 per day 3 month contract working with a leading player in the automotive electrical sector. - Carry out component and system-level packaging studies to define constraints within existing and new architectures. - Support the development of mechanical concepts for battery pack integration, covering cell and module layout, HV and LV harness routing, thermal management and structural constraint within the system architecture. - Deliver component and system design, CAD and 2D drawings from prototype through to production intent across transmission, battery and test rig mechanical disciplines. - Maintain a high standard of CAD modelling and drawing output, in line with internal and...