The Role: Field Service Engineer Location: Derby & Surrounding Areas (Mobile) Package: £35,000 Base + Company Van + Overtime Up to 18% Pension Potential after year 3 Stop Chasing Hours. Start Building a Career. Are you a Diagnostic Technician who has reached the ceiling in your current workshop? If you re tired of the same four walls and want the autonomy of the road with the backing of a global engineering powerhouse, this is your next move. The Lifestyle Change: Your Territory: Manage your day covering Derby, Wolverhampton, and Birmingham in a fully kitted company vehicle. True Work-Life Balance: Monday Friday, Day Shifts only. Keep your weekends for yourself. Paid for Your Skill: Overtime is paid at up to double time. The Progression: We don t require prior Rail experience. If you have the Diesel Engine diagnostic talent from Agriculture, the Forces, or Heavy Vehicle sectors, we will bridge the gap. We also provide full funding for your NVQ Level 3...

Lead Technician Location: Etches Park Depot, Deadmans Road, Derby 12+ Month Initial Contract Pay: 26.92 /hour PAYE 35.98 /hour Umbrella Hours: 4 on 4 off shift pattern. 10 Hour shifts. Combination of Days & Nights (E.g. - 4 days, 4 off, 4 nights) + Opportunity for overtime, Paid at 1.25% This role falls inside IR35 - payment via PAYE or Umbrella Company Function of Role To service, complex fault find and repair Hitachi rolling stock assets Key Responsibilities Maintain the condition of the work site, materials and equipment Adhere to health, safety, environmental & quality practices in the workplace Prepare for and undertake planned and unplanned maintenance activities Confirm that traction and rolling stock assets comply with operational specifications by the use of engineering processes and techniques Read and extract information from traction and rolling stock drawings and specifications Prepare for and undertake the...

Senior Buyer Purchasing Manager Central Derby Up to £45,000 Job Purpose To ensure the effective sourcing and expediting of all materials direct & indirect to support business operations and assist the Supply Chain & Procurement team in coordinating material requirements in line with management systems and industry standards. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Procure direct and indirect materials and services, with a focus on manufacturing and engineering categories. Engage early with internal stakeholders and suppliers to source the best products for all projects. Lead vendor negotiations and develop a roadmap for cost savings. Build long-term partnerships with suppliers and drive performance improvements in collaboration with other functions. Ensure timely and complete delivery of materials in accordance with operational and project requirements. Actively manage relationships across engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve material...

Astute's Power Team are working with a global technical services and engineering consultancy to recruit for a Principal Integrity Engineer, specialising in Pressure Systems, to join their expanding Asset Integrity management team. This is a senior, permanent opportunity where you'll lead the delivery of high-value engineering solutions, supporting major clients across the Conventional Power and Clean Energy sectors - including CCGT, Biomass and Energy from Waste facilities. Candidates must have a degree in a relevant field, have at least 5 - 10 years Power Generation experience and be a Subject Matter Expert in PSSR / Asset Integrity / Mechanical Plant. If you would like to discuss this role & the package available, please get in touch. Responsibilities and duties of the Principal Integrity Engineer role: You will be responsible for: Carrying out integrity assessments of defective or degraded power plant components operating at both low and high temperatures, using...

Purchase Ledger Assistant Derby Salary up to circa £28,000 Permanent The Opportunity Ford & Stanley are proud to be partnering with a high-growth rail specialist in Derby to appoint a resourceful and organised Purchase Ledger Assistant . This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that truly values collaboration and clear communication across all levels of the organization. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day financial operations, taking ownership of the purchase ledger for two key entities within the group. If you are a finance professional who thrives in a varied, fast-paced environment and wants a role that offers both stability and professional growth, this is the perfect next step. Responsibilities: Purchase Ledger Management: Take full ownership of the purchase ledger process, including invoice matching, coding, and posting invoices to purchase orders. Reconciliations: Manage accrual...

Procurement Planner Derby up to £35,000 Permanent The Opportunity Are you a proactive Procurement professional who enjoys the challenge of "chasing the data" and keeping a busy production line moving? A leading rail specialist in Derby is looking for a Procurement Planner to join them at a critical point in their growth. This is a high-visibility role where you will serve as the Single Point of Contact for a major production area. Beyond the day-to-day buying, you will play a key role in transitioning the business from manual spreadsheets to a structured MRP environment. If you want a role where you can put your own stamp on processes and be supported with CIPS sponsorship, this is a fantastic career move. Responsibilities: Serve as the focal point for the Bogie production area, coordinating material requirements between procurement and operations. Analyse project status and MRP data to identify material gaps, lead times, and potential risks to delivery. Raise and...

Procurement Planner Derby up to £35,000 Permanent The Opportunity Are you a proactive Procurement professional who enjoys the challenge of "chasing the data" and keeping a busy production line moving? A leading rail specialist in Derby is looking for a Procurement Planner to join them at a critical point in their growth. This is a high-visibility role where you will serve as the Single Point of Contact for a major production area. Beyond the day-to-day buying, you will play a key role in transitioning the business from manual spreadsheets to a structured MRP environment. If you want a role where you can put your own stamp on processes and be supported with CIPS sponsorship, this is a fantastic career move. Responsibilities: Serve as the focal point for the Bogie production area, coordinating material requirements between procurement and operations. Analyse project status and MRP data to identify material gaps, lead times, and potential risks to delivery. Raise...

Procurement Planner Derby up to £35,000 Permanent The Opportunity Are you a proactive Procurement professional who enjoys the challenge of "chasing the data" and keeping a busy production line moving? A leading rail specialist in Derby is looking for a Procurement Planner to join them at a critical point in their growth. This is a high-visibility role where you will serve as the Single Point of Contact for a major production area. Beyond the day-to-day buying, you will play a key role in transitioning the business from manual spreadsheets to a structured MRP environment. If you want a role where you can put your own stamp on processes and be supported with CIPS sponsorship, this is a fantastic career move. Responsibilities: Serve as the focal point for the Bogie production area, coordinating material requirements between procurement and operations. Analyse project status and MRP data to identify material gaps, lead times, and potential risks to delivery. Raise...

Production Engineer Derby Circa £50,000 Permanent The Opportunity Are you a seasoned Mechanical Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced production environment? A leading name in the rail industry is looking for a Production Engineer to join their newly expanded Derby facility. This is a high-impact role where you can truly "own the outcome." With significant group investment driving expansion into Passenger, Tram, and Freight markets, you will have the opportunity to influence production efficiencies, mentor junior staff, and play a key role in high-profile bogie overhaul projects. If you are looking for a role with a diverse technical spread and the chance to implement your own process improvements, this is the platform to accelerate your career. Responsibilities: Provide lead engineering support for bogie and wagon overhaul activities, acting as the technical "go-to" for the shop floor. Manually develop and update complex Bills of Materials (BOMs) and manage part...

Project Planner Derby up to £39,000 Permanent The Opportunity Are you a "thinker" who enjoys peeling back the layers of a project plan rather than just inputting data? A leading rail specialist in Derby is looking for a Project Planner to join them during a period of significant expansion. This isn't a role where you will simply follow a manual; it s an opportunity to put your own stamp on the planning function. You will be instrumental in bridging the gap between workshop production and high-level project milestones, helping to navigate "the grey" as the business implements new QMS processes and scales its operations. Responsibilities: Maintain and evolve detailed project plans, ensuring alignment between ERP (Sage) data and MS Project schedules. Take ownership of work order management, ensuring accurate tracking of overhaul activities and vehicle maintenance. Actively support risk management and Estimate at Completion (EAC) reporting to drive informed...

Workshop Supervisor Derby up to £50,000 Permanent The Opportunity This is a pivotal role for a proven leader to join a renowned rail organisation as they diversify into the Passenger Rolling Stock and Light Rail markets. Split approximately 40% hands-on and 60% supervisory, this role is perfect for someone who enjoys being close to the action while leading a team toward operational excellence. If you are a proactive leader who takes ownership of outcomes and wants to play a key part in a business's "Learning and Evolving" culture, this is the platform to accelerate your career. Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of technicians and fitters on the production shop floor, ensuring a "Safety First" culture. Oversee daily workshop operations, managing workload planning and resource allocation to meet delivery targets. Maintain high-quality standards by signing off technical documentation and carrying out weekly inspections. Act as the primary link between...

Operations Coordinator Derby up to £32,000 Permanent The Opportunity Are you a proactive "get-it-done" professional who thrives in a fast-paced engineering environment? We are looking for an Operations Coordinator to act as the central engine room for a leading rail specialist in Derby. This isn't a role for someone who wants to sit back; it s for a self-starter who understands the "why" behind their tasks and can work autonomously to ensure site projects are mobilised, tracked, and delivered to the highest standard. With a full order book and a focus on internal progression, this role offers a platform to truly grow your career within a thriving industry. Responsibilities: Project Coordination: Act as the central point of contact between site teams and management, leading the mobilisation and demobilisation of field projects. Planning & Resources: Coordinate the deployment of personnel and equipment, ensuring the right assets are in the right place at the...

Quality Engineer Derby £40,000 - £45,000 Permanent The Opportunity Ford & Stanley are proud to be partnering with a leading rail specialist in Derby to appoint a proactive Quality Engineer . This is a rare "blank canvas" opportunity to join an expanding engineering business that is moving from a reactive to a proactive quality culture. Our client has a full order book and is looking for a specialist who wants to put their own stamp on a Quality Management System. If you enjoy the challenge of identifying root causes and developing new processes from scratch to ensure "Right-First-Time" delivery, this is the perfect career move for you. Responsibilities: Proactive Quality Management: Identify internal non-conformances early to prevent them from becoming external issues; lead 8D investigations and root-cause analysis. System Development: Rather than just following existing rules, you will support the business in writing and developing new quality processes...