Astute's Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit for a Mechanical Technician to work at their gas-fired power station in Peterborough. The vital Mechanical Technician role comes with a competitive basic salary + overtime + bonus + private medical + other excellent company benefits. If you're an experienced Mechanical Technician and are looking to work for a leading organisation who invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Mechanical Technician role As Mechanical Technician, you will be responsible for: Carrying out fault diagnosis, repairs, planned and unplanned maintenance activities on all mechanical assets to maximise plant availability including gas turbine, valves, pumps, gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics, etc Assisting during major maintenance periods, shutdowns, outages etc. when required to ensure maximum plant availability and...

Astute's Renewables Team is partnering with a global renewable energy services provider specialising in the delivery of engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance solutions for utility-scale renewable energy projects, to recruit a Solar Technician for sites in and around Peterborough. The strategically important Solar Technician role comes with a salary of 35,000 - 45,000, company van, private healthcare, life insurance, and excellent training and progression opportunities. If you're a Solar Technician and are looking to work for an organisation that is committed to delivering high-performance renewable energy solutions while investing in its people and supporting the global transition to clean energy, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Solar Technician role Reporting to the Regional Manager you will: Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across a variety of ground-mounted solar assets. Test and inspect electrical...

R&D Advanced Power Systems Technician Location: Peterborough Pay Rate: £20.00 per hour Employment Type: 12-Month Contract (Fully Onsite) Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Day Shift) Role Overview We are seeking a hands-on R&D Technician to join an advanced powertrain division. In this role, you will work on cutting-edge projects including electric motor testing, hybrid powertrain development, and transmission development programmes. You will support build, strip, rebuild, and testing activities across a range of emerging technologies. Key Responsibilities Conduct hands-on mechanical and electrical build, strip, rebuild, diagnostic, and repair activities on prototype power systems. Run test bed software, carry out test plans, and support data logging/analysis under the guidance of lead engineers. Perform electrical safety and insulation checks using diagnostic and service tools. Identify, report, and help resolve technical or...

About The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Team Leader to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to take the next step in their career and join a global business with a £2 billion + turnover. The Engineering Team Leader will provide primary leadership to the Engineers, Site facilities and Machine Technician. You will be involved in managing and prioritising the focus of the team on the agreed business priorities to ensure the best possible results are achieved, in order to meet the business and site performance requirements. This is all whilst maintaining Health and Safety and Food Safety Standards in order to provide a world class manufacturing operation fit for the future. Your key responsibilities will include: • Accountable for the management and leadership of the machine technician team and be the first point of contact for all engineering and machine technician issues. Ensure breakdowns are...

R&D Advanced Power Systems Technician Location: Peterborough Pay Rate: 20.00 per hour Employment Type: 12-Month Contract (Fully Onsite) Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Day Shift) Role Overview We are seeking a hands-on R&D Technician to join an advanced powertrain division. In this role, you will work on cutting-edge projects including electric motor testing, hybrid powertrain development, and transmission development programmes. You will support build, strip, rebuild, and testing activities across a range of emerging technologies. Key Responsibilities Conduct hands-on mechanical and electrical build, strip, rebuild, diagnostic, and repair activities on prototype power systems. Run test bed software, carry out test plans, and support data logging/analysis under the guidance of lead engineers. Perform electrical safety and insulation checks using diagnostic and service tools. Identify, report, and help resolve technical or product quality...

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician Location: Peterborough, UK Contract Duration: 12 Months Hours: 37 hours per week (9-day fortnight pattern) Pay Rate: 21.20 - 23.20 per hour About the Role We are seeking an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician for a 12-month contract supporting a state-of-the-art engine test facility. In this role, you will provide critical technical support to ensure high-quality data output across world-class performance, emissions, and mechanical validation capabilities. You will be responsible for maintaining, manufacturing, commissioning, and upgrading multi-million-pound test facility support systems and rigs, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary facilities teams, engineering groups, and external contractors. Key Responsibilities Breakdown & Repair: Respond to testbed and facility breakdowns using structured fault-finding and diagnostic techniques. Maintenance & Installation: Conduct planned,...

Lead Deliver Build for growth! This is an opportunity to take a high-profile leadership role at the heart of a growing specialist construction business, shaping how projects are delivered, developing the construction function and helping establish the standards and capabilities needed for continued growth. If you are a Senior Construction Leader who combines technical credibility with strategic thinking, commercial awareness and a genuine focus on delivery, we would like to hear from you. BASIC SALARY: £80,000 - £90,000 BENEFITS: Company Car 25 days Annual Holiday Company Pension (3%) Private Healthcare Death in Service Critical Illness Cover LOCATION: Northampton COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Milton Keynes, Banbury, Rugby, Corby, Market Harborough, Bedford, Kettering, Bicester, Peterborough JOB DESCRIPTION: Senior Construction Manager, Contracts Manager, Senior Project Manager - Aviation, Construction We are looking for an accomplished Senior...

About us Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. About the role We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to join our growing team supporting the delivery of major projects in the Anglian Water region. As a Mechanical Project Engineer , working closely with the Mechanical Lead, you will be responsible for the delivery and technical governance of mechanical packages, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within budget. You will manage mechanical procurement packages throughout the full project lifecycle, from design and procurement through to installation,...

About us Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. About the role We are looking for an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to join our growing team supporting the delivery of major projects in the Anglian Water region. As an Electrical Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the delivery and technical governance of electrical packages, managing MEICA procurement packages through to delivery, installation, commissioning and handover. You will ensure project requirements are achieved while maintaining compliance with client specifications, industry standards and all relevant regulations throughout...

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. We are looking for an experienced Systems Integration Lead to join our growing team supporting the delivery of major projects in the Anglian Water region. This is a key technical leadership position, responsible for the successful delivery and governance of Instrumentation, Control and Automation (ICA) and Systems Integration activities across a portfolio of projects. You will work closely with project teams, designers, systems integrators, suppliers and the client to ensure integrated control systems are developed, procured, tested and commissioned to the highest...

Domestic Electric Vehicle Charging Point Installer / EV Installer / Electrician 42,000 Basic Salary + Bonus ( 55,000 OTE) PETERBOROUGH October start date Exciting opportunity for you to broaden your skills and contribute to the green revolution. This is the perfect time to make the move into this forward thinking and fast-growing sector of the Electrical industry. We are working with the industry leader, with a vision to change the way people drive. They have made it their mission to install a charging point everywhere you park. To make that vision a reality we need the best talent in the industry - a vision Search Energy are proud to support. You will be responsible for installing and maintaining the network of EV Charging Points, in a localised area, while representing the company in a professional manner. Customer engagement and service are as important in this role as the technical skills to complete the installations. A keen attention and focus on Health...

Solidworks Design Engineer Food Process Equipment 12-Month Contract Location: Peterborough Contract: 12 months Rate: £37 £42 per hour, depending on experience IR35: Outside IR35 We are seeking an experienced Food Process Design Engineer to join a busy engineering environment on an initial 12-month contract , supporting the design, development and improvement of process equipment for the food production and beverage industries . The role will focus on developing and modifying equipment and equipment ranges used within food processing and beverage production , working from process requirements, P&IDs, technical data sheets, engineering specifications, existing designs and customer requirements. The successful contractor must have proven hands-on experience using SolidWorks and be confident creating, modifying and reviewing 3D models, assemblies and engineering drawings . Experience within food process engineering, food manufacturing or beverage production is...

Lead a Major Customer Partnership. Develop High-Performing Teams. Drive Strategic Growth. As an Account Director, you will operate as the business leader for one of our most important customer partnerships. Responsible for a major account worth circa £20m, whilst leading a team of three Account Managers. Your success will be measured through customer retention, commercial performance, long-term growth and your ability to develop a high-performing, customer-focused team. This opportunity will suit an experienced leader who enjoys coaching and developing people, influencing senior stakeholders and shaping long-term business strategy, whilst maintaining a strong focus on delivering profitable commercial outcomes. BASIC SALARY: £65,000 - £75,000 BENEFITS: Up to c£17,500 Annual Bonus Car Allowance of £6,500 per annum 25 Days Holiday LOCATION: Bedford - hybrid 50/50 COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Luton, Huntingdon, Leighton Buzzard, Stevenage, Northampton, Milton...

Timber Frame Designer Specialist offsite construction Location : Peterborough £40 - 45,000 depending on experience Full time , permanent Are you ready to grow your career with an established business, going through an exciting period of growth? Do you want to work for one of the largest timber frame companies in the UK? Do you enjoy getting involved in the wider aspects of design (eg communicating with manufacturing, site, attending design meetings)? We are working with a company with a wide presence in housing developments who have a growing team in Peterborough, now seeking to increase their team of Timber Frame Designers. Do you have : Excellent understanding of technical drawings and construction design 5 year or more designing timber frame. Good Revit skills and/or specialist design software experience (eg hsbCAD, Mitek, Wolf, Consultec etc) Confidence in picking up new softwares. As a Timber Frame Designer ,...

Plant Operations and UK Logistics Finance Business Partner Scope of the Role: The Peterborough Operations and UK Logistics Business Partner will be responsible for providing financial leadership and strategic partnership across McCormick s UK Manufacturing facility in Peterborough and UK Logistics operations. This includes oversight and execution of financial analysis and accounting for Manufacturing, Engineering, Planning, and Manufacturing CCI, as well as UK Outbound Freight and Distribution Centres encompassing Logistics, Planning, and Logistics CCI. The role also drives insights and reduction initiatives for Yield and SLOB, partnering closely with the Peterborough Plant Director and the UK Logistics Director to deliver financial analysis, strategic guidance, and performance improvement across the Supply Chain organization. This position plays a critical role in influencing operational decisions, identifying opportunities, setting strategies, and ensuring optimal...