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Electrical Controls Engineer
Talent Finder
Rochdale
In office
Mid - Senior
£45,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Rochdale, Greater Manchester | Full Time | £35,000–£45,000 per annum (DOE)

Are you passionate about electrical controls and ready to take the lead on complex automation projects?

A world-class ISO9001-accredited, market-leading manufacturer of automatic combustion equipment is looking for a motivated Electrical Controls Engineer to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on challenging projects, gain hands-on experience, and develop your career within a highly respected engineering environment.

Are you the right person for the job?

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of IET wiring regulations (BS 7671)
  • Proficient in reading and creating electrical schematics in AutoCAD Electrical
  • Hands-on experience with PLC/HMI programming in TIA Portal
  • Experience implementing and troubleshooting industrial networks (Modbus/Profinet/Ethernet-IP)
  • Knowledge of ATEX/DSEAR regulations – preferred
  • Understanding of functional safety standards (IEC 61508/61511) – preferred

What will your role look like?

  • Lead complex electrical engineering projects, including FAT and SAT activities
  • Generate technical documentation, including control philosophies, FDS, and C&E documents
  • Produce detailed cable schedules and block cable diagrams
  • Collaborate with mechanical teams to design cable routing and associated containment
  • Program, test, and troubleshoot PLCs and HMIs
  • Support installation and commissioning activities on site
  • Produce detailed costings and labour estimates to assist the sales team
  • Provide technical support to engineers and customers

This role is ideal for a technically minded engineer looking to take the next step in their career and lead challenging electrical control projects within a fast-growing company.

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Field Service Engineer ( Commercial Catering)
Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Manchester
In office
Junior - Mid
£30,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Field Service Engineer (Commercial Catering)

Manchester

£32k + Training + Pension + Van + Fuel Card + Overtime

Are you a field service Engineer with a background in Commercial catering or similar looking to join a company that invests and upskills their Engineers?

Do you want to join a fast growing and leading company in the Commercial Catering sector that invests in their Engineers and provides extensive training and has clear paths to progression?

On offer is the opportunity to join an industry leading company that extensively trains and upskills their engineers and set them up for a long career within the industry.

In the role you will be servicing, repairing and installing commercial catering equipment, you will be extensively trained on their products and develop your skills significantly.

The role would suit a Field service Engineer or similar who has a background in Commercial catering or similar who is looking to upskill and develop their career.

The Role

  • Servicing, repairing, diagnosing and installing Commercial catering equipment.
  • Extensive training
  • A clear path for progression

The Person

  • Field Service Engineer or similar
  • Commercial Catering background or similar

Reference Number:

Keywords: Commercial Catering, Commercial, Catering, Whitegoods, Engineering, Field service, Service, repair, Manchester, Chester

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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HVAC Service Engineer (Daikin / Mitsubishi)
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Manchester
In office
Junior - Mid
£48,000 - £52,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

HVAC Engineer (Daikin / Mitsubishi)

£48,000 - £52,000 (OTE) + Training + Company Pension Scheme + Company Benefits + Progression + Company Vehicle + Fuel Card + Overnight Allowance + Overtime + Private Healthcare

London

Are you an Installation / Service Engineer with experience working on HVAC systems looking for an exciting new opportunity to join a rapidly growing organization who are offering in house training and progression opportunities into senior roles?

On offer is an exciting new opportunity where you will become a fundamental asset to the business. You will travelling to client sites where you’ll perform troubleshooting, maintenance and repairs on various systems, provide technical support and communicate with clients and team members to ensure a high level of service and operational efficiency.

This Company have been established for over two decades and have built a fantastic reputation within the industry. They provide comprehensive technical services such as air conditioning, heating systems, ventilation, electrical services and plumbing. They specialize in designing, maintaining and installing these systems for the retail, industrial and commercial sectors.

This role would suit a Service Engineer who has experience working on HVAC systems looking to progress and grow with a well-established company who will give you the platform to succeed from the off.

The Role:

Travel to client sites
Perform maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on various systems
Covering London Patch
Service, PPM and reactive maintenance
Carry out work on a range of different sites ranging from retail based to hospitality based sites.The Person:

Experience working on HVAC systems
Worked on A/C systems such as Daikin & Mitsubishi

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

Keywords: HVAC, Service, Engineer, Maintenance, Repairs, Installation, London, Heating, Ventilation, Field, Air Con, Commercial, Residential

Reference Number: BBBH23992

If this job isn’t quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Project Engineer - Water Treatment Pumps
JS Selection
North West England
In office
Junior - Mid
£55,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Project Engineer Water Treatment Pumps £45,000 £55,000 per annum + Company Car + Benefits
Location: Crewe, Cheshire
Permanent | Full-Time

About the Company
We are an established and growing engineering business specialising in the supply and integration of precision fluid handling and dosing systems for industrial and municipal applications. Operating nationwide, we design, assemble and support engineered equipment used across water treatment, manufacturing, chemical processing and related sectors.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a technically capable Project Engineer Water Treatment Pumps to join our team based in Crewe, Cheshire.

The Role
As Project Engineer Water Treatment Pumps, you will take ownership of engineering projects from initial enquiry through design, manufacture, installation and commissioning. You will collaborate closely with internal departments and customers to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to specification.

This role offers genuine career progression, with the opportunity to develop into an Engineering Manager position as the business continues to grow.

This position would suit an ambitious engineer looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage engineering projects from concept to completion
  • Interpret technical specifications and develop engineered solutions
  • Produce and review technical documentation and drawings
  • Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal teams
  • Support installation and commissioning activities when required
  • Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and H&S regulations
  • Provide technical troubleshooting and ongoing project support
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and team development

Candidate Requirements Essential

  • HNC/HND or Degree qualified in Mechanical, Electrical or Process Engineering (or equivalent experience)
  • Experience in project engineering, applications engineering or technical project coordination
  • Ability to read and produce engineering drawings (CAD experience desirable)
  • Strong organisational and communication skills
  • Experience working within an industrial or manufacturing environment

Desirable

  • Knowledge of fluid handling, pumps, dosing systems or process equipment
  • Experience supporting site installation or commissioning
  • Previous mentoring or supervisory exposure (advantageous for progression pathway)

Salary & Benefits

  • £45,000 £55,000 per annum
  • Company Car
  • Company pension
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Clear pathway to Engineering Manager
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Secure and stable long-term opportunity

How To Apply For an immediate interview, click Apply Now.

JS Selection is a specialist recruitment agency for the environmental, water treatment, process engineering, and industrial sectors.
We recruit for roles including sales engineers, service engineers, account managers, business development managers, and engineering specialists.

Due to high application volumes, if you havent heard from us within one week, please assume your application has not been successful. Your details will be retained for future opportunities matching your experience.

Project Engineer | Water Treatment Engineer | Pump Systems | Fluid Handling | Chemical Dosing | Industrial Equipment | Engineering Projects | Mechanical Engineer | Electrical Engineer | Process Engineer | CAD | Manufacturing | Technical Engineer | Cheshire | Crewe | North West | Company Car | Career Progression | Engineering Manager Pathway

Multi-Skilled Engineer
Warburtons Ltd
Bolton
In office
Junior - Mid
£55,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Role: Multi-Skilled Engineer
Location: Bolton Bakery
Hours: 4 on 4 off Shift Pattern
Salary: Circa £55,000 + Overtime + Annual Profit-Related Bonus

Why Join Us?
At Warburtons, engineering isnt just about keeping the lines running its about driving the future of baking. With a strong Northern heritage and a forward-thinking mindset, we blend traditional values with cutting-edge technology to stay ahead of the game. Thats why were embracing next-generation automation and technological engineering gains, with a bold vision to become world-class.

Our newly launched Engineering Academy, built in partnership with the IMechE, is one of our proudest achievements. Its designed to develop and elevate our engineers, equipping you with the skills, training, and recognition to thrive, whether you want to deepen your technical expertise or progress your career.

What Youll Be Getting Stuck Into

Youll join a highly skilled, collaborative team of Engineers focused on:

  • Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
  • Condition-Based Monitoring (CBM)
  • Continuous Improvement and Energy Efficiency Projects

From diagnosing faults before they cause downtime to delivering long-term fixes and system upgrades, this is a hands-on, proactive role that plays a critical part in the success of our 24/7, high-speed, automated food manufacturing site.

What Were Looking For

We want talented engineers who are hungry to learn, grow and make an impact. Heres what helps you rise to the top of the list:

  • Technically strong Multi Skilled Engineers, predominately electrically biased with mechanical skills (ideally in FMCG or high-volume manufacturing)
  • An apprenticeship, BTEC, HNC or similar engineering qualification
  • Experience with condition-based monitoring (thermal imaging, ultrasound, vibration analysis) is a bonus
  • Top-tier problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
  • A safety-first mindset, with good knowledge of H&S systems and legislation
  • A desire to develop, contribute, and take ownership in a team striving for operational excellence

Extra Dough

  • A slice of the annual profits with our discretionary bonus scheme
  • Award-winning pension with generous company contributions
  • Holiday trading scheme buy up to an extra week off per year
  • Life assurance, plus health & wellbeing support including physiotherapy and a 24/7 helpline
  • Continued personal and professional development through the Warburtons Engineering Academy
  • Fully stocked kitchens (yes crumpets, teacakes, and more)
  • Discounts for you and your family through our Extra Dough platform

Sounds like the right mix? Then its time to bring your skills to the table.
Apply today and help shape the future of engineering at Warburtons where tradition meets innovation, and every day is a fresh opportunity to rise.

We respect and value difference. We look to create an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Companies that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, or any other aspect which makes them unique, are proven to be better companies. More importantly, creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work, is the right thing to do.

Maintenance Engineer
The Sterling Choice
Bury
In office
Junior - Mid
£42,000 - £44,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Maintenance Engineer - Food Manufacturing

Multi Skilled

Monday - Friday double days shift (Week 1: 6am-2pm, Week 2: 2pm-10pm)

Overview - Maintenance Engineer

A leading manufacturer is looking to hire a maintenance engineer and is ready to onboard immediately. As a maintenance engineer, you will be joining a structured department where you will ensure the factory is running up to speed and production levels are maintained.

With recent investment on site, this is a good opportunity for someone to join a growing site where the role will be varies across maintenance, reliability, improvements and project work.

Working a Monday - Friday shift, this will allow you to keep your weekends free.

Responsibilities for the Maintenance Engineer

Proactive maintenance and site PMs
Reactive maintenance and responding to breakdowns quickly
Working across both electrical and mechanical faults and maintenance
Working on Engineering projects (e.g. commissioning, installations, relocations)
Identifying and implementing improvements covering both processes machine output
Adhering to site Health & safety rules and legislation on site

Requirements for the Maintenance Engineer

Time-served / recognised apprenticeship (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering subject
Experience working in a Multi skilled role across mechanical and electrical engineering
Ability to and experience of working to a fast pace, ideally confident in a manufacturing environment.

If you’re interested in this opportunity and your CV is ready then hit the apply button and expect to hear from me soon. Alternatively, if you’re CV isn’t ready or you just want a quick chat about the role then give me (Gianni) a call on our company number.

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Field Service Engineer, Medical CT Imaging Systems
TRS Consulting
Manchester
In office
Junior - Mid
£45,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE
  • Basic Salary £40,00 to £45,000, rising to £50,000 plus in the future
  • Salary Review & Pay Rise After 6 & 12 Months
  • Company Car
  • Bonus
  • Excellent Benefits

** An excellent opportunity for a customer focused Electronics Engineer with an HNC / NVQ Level 3 in electronics to a join a well respected and highly regarded supplier of medical imaging technology*\

The Role - Field Service Engineer, Medical CT Imaging Systems

Following expansion, they seek to recruit a customer focused and technically motivated Field Service Engineer responsible for the service, repair, breakdown and maintenance of their range of highly advanced medical imaging systems at hospitals and healthcare centres.

Your Background - Field Service Engineer, Medical CT Imaging Systems

To be considered for this exciting role you must be able to demonstrate:

  • A background working in a field service or workshop capacity within an electronics capital equipment environment
  • Qualified to a minimum HNC / NVQ Level 3 in electronics or another relevant technical discipline

The Company - Field Service Engineer, Medical CT Imaging Systems

  • My client is a leader in healthcare and is a well respected and highly regarded supplier of medical imaging equipment and medical systems
  • This organisation’s impressive portfolio of products and fully integrated medical imaging systems incorporates all aspects of the imaging healthcare equipment sector
  • Offering ‘best in class’ solutions across a wide range of equipment modalities, their success is based upon a commitment to excellent customer care and the recruitment and development of good people

This vacancy is being advertised by TRS Consulting. The services advertised by TRS Consulting are those of an employment agency and / or employment business.

Principal Mechanical Engineer
Engineering
Warrington
In office
Senior
£80,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Role Overview

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join a major programme developing next-generation Small Modular Reactor technology. This role offers the chance to work at the forefront of advanced nuclear engineering, contributing to one of the most innovative and high-profile clean-energy initiatives in the world. Engineers who are currently operating at Senior level and are ready to step up into a principal role will also be considered.
Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and analysis of mechanical systems central to SMR performance, including pressure systems, thermal-mechanical components, and plant-wide mechanical assemblies.
  • Act as Technical Authority for mechanical engineering, providing oversight, verification, and approval of design outputs.
  • Ensure all work aligns with nuclear safety principles, regulatory expectations, and SMR-specific design requirements.
  • Lead the development and substantiation of safety-classified mechanical systems, producing evidence to support safety case submissions.
  • Conduct and review HAZOP, FMEA, reliability assessments, and stress/thermal analyses.
  • Manage project delivery across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring outputs meet quality, cost, and schedule expectations.
  • Engage with clients, regulators, and stakeholders, representing mechanical engineering interests in design reviews and technical discussions.
  • Drive innovation in advanced nuclear mechanical systems, contributing to the evolution of SMR technology and engineering best practice.

Required Experience

  • Extensive experience in nuclear mechanical engineering or other highly regulated, safety-critical industries.
  • Strong understanding of safety-classified equipment, substantiation, and safety case requirements.
  • Proven ability to lead engineering teams delivering complex mechanical design packages.
  • Experience with pressure systems, thermal-mechanical design, and plant mechanical infrastructure.
  • Familiarity with UK nuclear regulatory bodies, standards, and relevant BS/EN/ASME codes.

Desirable ExpertiseExperience in one or more of the following areas would be highly advantageous:

  • Water systems - cooling circuits, heat exchangers, reactor support systems.
  • Material handling - lifting, transport, and remote handling systems used in nuclear environments.
  • Rotating machinery - pumps, turbines, compressors, or other high-integrity rotating equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward chartership.
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Experience with digital engineering tools, modelling platforms, or nuclear-specific analysis software.

SummaryThis is a rare opportunity to contribute to a landmark SMR programme, working on advanced technologies that will define the next generation of clean, secure, and scalable nuclear power. Senior engineers with the ambition to step into a principal-level role are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Principal Engineer Highways (Section 38)
Lynx Employment Services Ltd
Huddersfield
Hybrid
Senior
£23/hour
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

HD1 Hybrid (Office ideally Tuesdays)
30/03/2026 30/06/2026
£23.37 per hour

We are seeking an experienced Principal Engineer with strong Section 38 Highways adoption experience to join a busy Highways & Transportation team.

This role focuses on the negotiation, technical audit and approval of highway adoption schemes under Section 38 of the Highways Act, working closely with developers, consultants and internal teams to ensure designs meet adoptable standards.

The Role

You will:

  • Technically audit Section 38 highway design submissions
  • Review drainage, utilities and full highway layouts
  • Provide structured feedback and manage iterative resubmissions
  • Negotiate amendments with consultants and developers
  • Manage live schemes from handover (retirement cover)
  • Ensure compliance with legislative, regulatory and council standards
  • Support procurement, financial and resource management where required
  • Contribute to delivery during periods of changing priorities and resource pressure

You must be confident challenging non-compliant designs and capable of managing complex, ongoing schemes from day one.

What Were Looking For

Essential:

  • Direct experience with Section 38 Agreements
  • Strong highways design knowledge (adoptable standards)
  • Civil Engineering degree (or equivalent experience)
  • Experience within local authority or public sector highways
  • Strong technical report writing skills
  • Confident negotiator with consultants
  • Experience managing staff performance and workloads
  • Knowledge of CDM and Health & Safety legislation
  • IT competence (MS Office, GIS, AutoCAD understanding)

Desirable:

  • Planning process experience
  • Experience working within politically sensitive environments
  • Experience managing operational response (e.g. adverse weather)

The Person

You will be:

  • Technically strong and decisive
  • Honest and accountable
  • Comfortable working in a fast-changing environment
  • Capable of prioritising workload under pressure
  • Able to motivate and support junior staff
  • Flexible in approach to hybrid and occasional operational demands

Working Pattern

Hybrid ideally office-based Tuesdays (flexible for the right candidate).

Manager returning 16th March submissions to be reviewed that week.

Engineer with shift allowance
The Sales Recruitment Network
Manchester
In office
Junior - Mid
£30,000

Our dynamic client is looking for an Electro-MechanicalEngineer, based in Manche.Our clients are global leaders in their field, providing secure products and services across financial sector, based in UK and Ireland. They are looking to recruit a rotation-based Electro- Mechanical Engineer to join their Engineering Team to work on planned maintenance and reactive breakdown repair of Production equipment. Lone working within a secure environment, customer facing, only representative of the our client on the sites.

The electro-mechanical engineer will be required to work with the other engineer on rotating weekly shifts (06:00 14:00 and/or 07:00 15:00) and be involved with the servicing, repair and physical installation requirements on site. All associated administrative duties such as repair logs and stock movements must be completed to a high standard and in a professional manner. The sites operates on a shift system Monday to Friday basis, and therefore Production equipment availability is paramount. The successful candidate must be able to work to tight timeframes in a safe and responsible manner, have a quick & analytical mindset and be able to apply fixes to ensure equipment downtime is minimised.

Electro Mechanical EngineerPosition Overview

  • Safe and considered methods of working
  • Servicing / planned maintenance of Production equipment
  • Reactive repair of Production equipment
  • Assistance in installation and commissioning of new equipment
  • Fault finding and root cause analysis
  • Effective hand-over of repaired equipment to Production Operators
  • Management of stock
  • Completion of all required paperwork
  • Ensuring adherence to manufacturer’s specifications and other regulatory bodies

Electro Mechanical EngineerPosition Requirements

  • Formal Electrical/Mechanical qualification desired
  • Experience carrying out fault finding on electrical circuits (inc. single phase HV kit)
  • Mechanical maintenance experience essential (motors, gears, encoders, bearings, clutches, etc.)
  • In-depth control systems knowledge and understanding highly desirable
  • Computer literate Windows, excel, word etc. A knowledge of DOS would be advantageous but not essential
Multi-Skilled Engineer
Winsearch
Manchester
In office
Mid
£45,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer

£44,000 - £47,000 + Overtime Available

Monday-Friday | Rotating Shifts | Established Manufacturing Site

Are you an Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer looking for a solid Monday-Friday role paying up to £47k with genuine overtime available?

We are recruiting for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer with a strong electrical bias to join a well-established manufacturing site in Middleton. This is a stable, well-invested facility where engineering is valued and supported.

Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

The Role

As an Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer, you will:

  • Fault find on PLC-controlled production machinery

  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance

  • Respond to breakdowns efficiently and safely

  • Work on motors, drives, inverters, sensors and control panels

  • Support continuous improvement activity

  • Maintain high safety and engineering standards

Multiskilled Engineer

Ideal Background

FMCG | Food Manufacturing | Packaging | Plastics | Automated Production | High-Volume Manufacturing

Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

What You’ll Need

  • Strong electrical fault-finding skills

  • Experience with Siemens or Allen Bradley PLC systems

  • Mechanical competence

  • NVQ Level 3 or Apprentice trained

What’s On Offer

  • £44,000 - £47,000 basic salary

  • Overtime available to significantly boost earnings

  • Monday-Friday shift structure

  • Stable engineering team

  • Long-term opportunity

This role suits an engineer who wants stability, structure and the opportunity to increase earnings through overtime without night shifts dominating their life.

Winsearch acts as an employment agency for permanent staff. We recruit for roles based in Engineering & Manufacturing, Food & Drinks, Pharmaceutical, Supply Chain & Procurement and Professional Services.

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Oracle DBA with AWS Postgres Migration - Manchester, UK
Randstad Technologies Recruitment
Manchester
In office
Senior
£600/day - £700/day

Role: Oracle DBA with AWS Migration ExperienceType: Contract (6 Months)
Location: Manchester, UK
Working Model: Fully Onsite

Payrate: (Apply online only) GBP/day on Inside IR35 on Umbrella

We are urgently seeking a highly experienced Oracle DBA for a 6-month engagement with. In this standalone, mission-critical role, you will be the ultimate technical authority for a high-availability database estate.

The Role:

  • Act as the go-to technical expert for Oracle Database 12c, taking full ownership of stability, security, and performance.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex performance issues on high-volume transactional workloads (using AWR/ASH, SQL tuning, and execution plan reviews).
  • Design, test, and manage robust RMAN backup and recovery strategies.
  • Partner with Dev and QA teams to advise on schema design, query patterns, and operational impact.

Your Experience:

  • Active SC Clearance or SC Eligibility (preferred)
  • Extensive hands-on experience as a DBA in high-availability Oracle 12c environments.
  • AWS postgres Migration experience
  • Deep technical expertise in RMAN, AWR/ASH, and SQL optimization.

This is an urgent vacancy with a deadline where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it praveen. Com

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Fire Alarm Engineer - Small Works and Commissioning
Howells Solutions Limited
Multiple locations
In office
Mid - Senior
£35,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Title: Fire Alarm Engineer - Small Works and Commissioning
Location: West Yorkshire / M62
Salary: >£35,000 + overtime & call out

We are pleased to be working with a leading provider of active fire protection systems, delivering high-quality installation, commissioning, and maintenance services across commercial, industrial, and residential sectors. Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Small Works & Commissioning Engineer to join their expanding team.

The Role

As a Small Works & Commissioning Engineer, you will be responsible for the installation, modification, testing, and commissioning of active fire systems. You will manage small works projects from start to finish, ensuring systems are installed and commissioned in line with current standards and client expectations.

Duties

  • Carry out small works installations, additions, and upgrades to fire alarm systems
  • Commission and test fire detection and alarm systems in accordance with relevant standards (e.g., BS 5839)
  • Complete cause & effect programming and configuration
  • Perform system fault finding and rectification
  • Ensure all documentation, commissioning sheets, and certification are accurately completed
  • Liaise with clients, site managers, and other trades on-site
  • Provide technical support and handover training to clients where required
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations at all times

Essential Requirements

  • Proven experience commissioning Advanced fire alarm systems
  • Strong knowledge of industry standards and regulations (BS 5839)
  • Ability to interpret drawings and specifications
  • Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and customer-facing skills
  • Full UK driving licence

Desirable

  • Experience with other manufacturers (e.g., Morley, Kentec, Gent)
  • FIA qualifications or equivalent
  • Experience with emergency lighting and other life safety systems
  • ECS/CSCS card

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Company vehicle and fuel card
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Pension scheme
  • Ongoing training and career development
  • Supportive and professional working environment
Oracle DBA with AWS Postgres Migration - Manchester, UK
Randstad Technologies
Manchester
In office
Mid - Senior
£600/day - £700/day

Role: Oracle DBA with AWS Migration ExperienceType: Contract (6 Months)Location: Manchester, UKWorking Model: Fully Onsite

Payrate: 600 - 700 GBP/day on Inside IR35 on Umbrella

We are urgently seeking a highly experienced Oracle DBA for a 6-month engagement with. In this standalone, mission-critical role, you will be the ultimate technical authority for a high-availability database estate.

The Role:

  • Act as the go-to technical expert for Oracle Database 12c, taking full ownership of stability, security, and performance.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex performance issues on high-volume transactional workloads (using AWR/ASH, SQL tuning, and execution plan reviews).
  • Design, test, and manage robust RMAN backup and recovery strategies.
  • Partner with Dev and QA teams to advise on schema design, query patterns, and operational impact.

Your Experience:

  • Active SC Clearance or SC Eligibility (preferred)
  • Extensive hands-on experience as a DBA in high-availability Oracle 12c environments.
  • AWS postgres Migration experience
  • Deep technical expertise in RMAN, AWR/ASH, and SQL optimization.

This is an urgent vacancy with a deadline where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it praveen. Com

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

SailPoint Engineer
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Manchester
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary

Your new companyA large UK public sector organisation responsible for delivering essential national services and supporting critical government operations. The organisation oversees a wide range of public-facing and internal functions, working across multiple departments to ensure effective service delivery, policy implementation, and operational support.Your new role

  • Design, develop, and maintain SailPoint connectors, workflows, rules, and APIs for automated provisioning and de-provisioning.
  • Lead configuration, integration, and deployment of SailPoint IdentityIQ or Identity Security Cloud solutions.
  • Integrate SailPoint with systems such as Active Directory, Entra ID, HR systems, AWS, ServiceNow, LDAP directories, and cloud applications.
  • Implement IAM governance functions including RBAC, access reviews, certification campaigns, and lifecycle policy enforcement.
  • Develop custom rules, scripts, and extensions using Java, BeanShell, XML, and REST/SOAP APIs.
  • Troubleshoot issues related to provisioning, connectors, access control, and integration failures.
  • Build automation to support onboarding/offboarding, role assignment, and identity lifecycle events.
  • Collaborate with InfoSec, DevOps, and Compliance teams to strengthen governance, audit readiness, and least-privilege access standards.
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  • Support production operations, including incident response, triage, and continuous improvement.

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Maintenance Shift Engineer
Alpla
Warrington
In office
Mid
£50,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Shift Maintenance EngineerRotating Days/Nights£47,462 - £50,400 Per Annum + Excellent Benefits and Continuous development & support.Golborne (WA3 3JD) At ALPLA, we stand for high-quality plastic packaging throughout the world. Around 22,000 colleagues produce quality packaging for foodstuffs, cosmetics and industrial cleaning brands for many blue-chip clients across 182 ALPLA sites in 45 countries. At our UK Flagship Golborne plant, we are looking to enhance our existing engineering function Reporting into the Engineering Manager. Your role will see you actively working in both preventative and reactive maintenance activities within the plant, the main focus of your role is to minimise downtime and ensure high efficiencies are achieved within the business unit working on state of the art equipment and machinery Tasks & responsibilities: Ensure that all equipment, machinery and peripherals operate efficiently and at full capability, ensuring a continuous production process. Carry out repairs on machines as part of breakdown or preventative maintenance. Ensure that all relevant paperwork and maintenance logs are completed correctly and accurately in accordance with company procedure. Ensure that all duties are carried out in accordance with quality, hygiene and food safety policies. To perform any other duties in connection with the job that may from time to time be reasonably required by supervision and which are consistent with the Purpose of job/mission. Skills/Experience: Time served apprenticeship Electrical discipline preferred Minimum Multi Skill experience Knowledge of hydraulics and the ability to read schematics Knowledge of pneumatics and the ability to read schematics 17th or 18th edition electrical regulations / Full understanding of all energy isolation, safe working and the use of L.O.T.O Demonstratable electrical fault finding skills Experience in a FMCG background / Cross functional M&E multi-skilled Must have a clean as you go work ethic, and also have a good understanding of the basic fundaments of 5S in the workplace. Your profile: Reliable, self-motivated and have a resourceful approach to work. Have proven experience of reactive and preventative maintenance techniques. Good communicators at all levels, possess team working skills. Additional Information; - Brand new Welfare Facilities - State of the art equipment/machinery - Fully stocked tool room - Onsite and Offsite Training - Full PPE & Uniforms provided - Life assurance from day one - 3 x salary - Company Pension scheme - 6% employee contributions (Scottish Widow) - Subsided onsite canteen - Enhanced Maternity and paternity pay scheme - Christmas vouchers for you and your children - Long service awards ALPLA UK offer career development and progression opportunities we support and upskill, a perfect opportunity for someone looking to enhance their career within a Global Manufacturing organisation This position is advertised by ALPLA UK Contact Nathan Turtington Internal Recruiter for more information

Multi-Skilled Engineer
Warburtons Ltd
Multiple locations
In office
Mid - Senior
£55,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Company description:

At Warburtons, family is at the heart of our business. Five generations’? worth of expertise that goes into making our bakery products allows us to continue a tradition of baking inherited over the past 150 years.

Warburtons is the largest bakery brand in the UK, but that doesn’t allow us to rest on our laurels. We are pioneers of the industry and ambitious market leaders, always seeking to challenge ourselves and convention. It is part of our philosophy to provide honest good sense on issues of health and well-being, helping the whole family to enjoy our products as part of a healthy, balanced diet, through a range of products to suit all meal occasions, lifestyles and tastes.

Job description:

Role: Multi-Skilled Engineer
Location: Bolton Bakery
Hours: 4 on 4 off Shift Pattern
Salary: Circa £55,000 + Overtime + Annual Profit-Related Bonus

Why Join Us?
At Warburtons, engineering isnt just about keeping the lines running its about driving the future of baking. With a strong Northern heritage and a forward-thinking mindset, we blend traditional values with cutting-edge technology to stay ahead of the game. Thats why were embracing next-generation automation and technological engineering gains, with a bold vision to become world-class.

Our newly launched Engineering Academy, built in partnership with the IMechE, is one of our proudest achievements. Its designed to develop and elevate our engineers, equipping you with the skills, training, and recognition to thrive, whether you want to deepen your technical expertise or progress your career.

What Youll Be Getting Stuck Into

Youll join a highly skilled, collaborative team of Engineers focused on:

Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Condition-Based Monitoring (CBM)
Continuous Improvement and Energy Efficiency Projects

From diagnosing faults before they cause downtime to delivering long-term fixes and system upgrades, this is a hands-on, proactive role that plays a critical part in the success of our 24/7, high-speed, automated food manufacturing site.

What Were Looking For

We want talented engineers who are hungry to learn, grow and make an impact. Heres what helps you rise to the top of the list:

Technically strong Multi Skilled Engineers, predominately electrically biased with mechanical skills (ideally in FMCG or high-volume manufacturing)
An apprenticeship, BTEC, HNC or similar engineering qualification
Experience with condition-based monitoring (thermal imaging, ultrasound, vibration analysis) is a bonus
Top-tier problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
A safety-first mindset, with good knowledge of H&S systems and legislation
A desire to develop, contribute, and take ownership in a team striving for operational excellence

Extra Dough

A slice of the annual profits with our discretionary bonus scheme
Award-winning pension with generous company contributions
Holiday trading scheme buy up to an extra week off per year
Life assurance, plus health & wellbeing support including physiotherapy and a 24/7 helpline
Continued personal and professional development through the Warburtons Engineering Academy
Fully stocked kitchens (yes crumpets, teacakes, and more)
Discounts for you and your family through our Extra Dough platform

Sounds like the right mix? Then its time to bring your skills to the table.
Apply today and help shape the future of engineering at Warburtons where tradition meets innovation, and every day is a fresh opportunity to rise.

We respect and value difference. We look to create an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Companies that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, or any other aspect which makes them unique, are proven to be better companies. More importantly, creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work, is the right thing to do.

Robotic Systems Software Control Developer
RoBAT Limited
Macclesfield
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary

Location: Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 2NZ
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 per annum, DOE + Excellent Benefits!
Contract: Full time, Permanent

Why Join Us

  • Be part of a growing and innovative company where your contributions will truly make a difference.
  • Work in a hands-on role that offers a variety of challenges.
  • Join a friendly and supportive team with a shared commitment to quality and excellence.
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • 25 days holiday, free parking and company pension scheme.

Do you want to be part of an organization on the cutting edge of technology

We re looking for talented people to join our motivated and friendly team. We have an open, collaborative, and flexible environment.

You ll work alongside leading industry experts and take on challenging projects that bring tomorrow s electronics to life.

If you want to make a difference, are an effective communicator, love a good challenge, and easily embrace change, your next career adventure awaits!

RoBAT Ltd. is a subsidiary of Mycronic, a global technology leader with a market valuation of approximately £3 billion.

Based at our headquarters in Macclesfield, Cheshire, we have a talented, multi-disciplined, dynamic team designing and manufacturing high-value robotic machines for testing PCBs (printed circuit boards).

By joining RoBAT Ltd. you are part of any organization that is a growing and innovative company where your contributions will truly make a difference. You will have the ability to work in a hands-on role that offers a variety of challenges with a friendly and supportive team with a shared commitment to quality and excellence.

The majority of our sales are to China and the USA, where we operate our own small factories and employ local teams to provide high-quality customer support. RoBAT Ltd. is firmly established as the leading company in this very specialised and niche marketplace.

This is a role for an experienced software developer who is hands on . This role offers the opportunity to have a varied workload along with the opportunity for speedy job progression.

Key Responsibilities

  • Hardware/Software integration
  • Motion control and sequencing
  • Computer vision
  • Rapid prototyping

You will have a well-developed common sense and creative vision, to be capable of both working in a team and autonomously lead independent development projects.

This opportunity fundamentally revolves around controlling the hardware in our backplane test machines such that they carry out the task/functions our customers demand and so it is essential to have an interest in understanding hardware operations.

Please note: Occasional world-wide travel may be necessary due to the majority of our customers being based overseas.

Experience and Qualifications

  • To fulfil this practical and ‘hands on’ role, you should be qualified to degree level in Computer Science or Software Engineering or related discipline.
  • Experience with C/C++
  • Experience with .NET
  • Experience with Python

A Culture of Collaboration & Personal Growth

At Mycronic, we love what we do, but most importantly who we do it with. Because to us the relationships we have with our customers and each other are the keys to success.

Take part in the excitement of working with innovative people and global businesses who are elevating today s standards in modern electronics.

Share in the responsibility of bringing great ideas to life within an inclusive culture that not only promotes personal growth and embraces diversity but depends upon it.

Here you are expected to have a voice and will be encouraged to get involved. It s this very mindset that empowers our people to make a positive difference for a broad range of businesses, society and the planet every day.

Mycronic is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by national laws.

For a company founded on passion, collaboration and outside-the-box thinking, there is no greater asset than a diverse workforce.

It is the cornerstone of our global, internal culture, and we actively promote an inclusive and healthy work environment by embracing diversity and showing compassion for our colleagues.

Not only does it fuel our innovation capabilities, but it also deepens our understanding of our customers as well as the different cultures in which we operate.

We believe quite simply that diversity is our competitive edge.

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Infrastructure Support Engineer
Roc Search Europe Limited
Wilmslow
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£40,000 - £44,000

Role: Infrastructure Support Engineer
Location: Wilmslow, Hybrid
Industry: Internal IT

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Infrastructure Support / 3rd Line Engineer to join a dynamic IT team for a growing organisation based near Wilmslow.

As part of a nationwide, rapidly expanding business, you’ll be working in a busy environment with exciting projects on the horizon, playing a key role in supporting growing IT operations and an ever-evolving IT infrastructure.

Package:

  • 44,000 dependent on experience
  • 25 Days’ Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays
  • Paid training & development programmes
  • Life Assurance scheme
  • Hybrid working model
  • Strong progression routes tailored to senior technical positions or a more leadership/management-focused path.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage Azure, Microsoft 365, and other cloud infrastructure
  • Provide group-wide IT support and resolve issues efficiently
  • Setup and troubleshoot new network infrastructure and cloud-based security solutions
  • Hands-on delivery of a wide range of migration and upgrade projects
  • Oversee security updates, patching, and network administration
  • Mentor junior team members and contribute to upcoming IT projects
  • Ensure smooth, uninterrupted IT services across all locations

What You’ll Need:

  • Strong Microsoft 365 and Azure experience
  • Windows Server and VMware (or Hyper-V) experience
  • Experience setting up and supporting firewalls, switches, and routers (or APs)
  • Skilled in Intune (or Autopilot), Defender, and PowerShell
  • Bonus: cybersecurity Intune, Defender, and European language skills
  • Experience supporting bespoke applications
  • Experience working in a busy, global environment is highly advantageous

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IT Support Engineer
VIQU IT
Manchester
In office
Junior - Mid
£180/day - £200/day

IT Support Engineer Manchester 6 months My client is looking for an IT Support Engineer to manage BAU workload and provide 1st and 2nd line support. The ideal candidate will be personable with a professional passion for providing high quality IT support services. Key responsibilities of the IT Support Engineer: - Provide 1st and 2nd line support to end users across hardware, software, Infrastructure and network. - Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to M365, Active Directory and Windows 11. - Diagnose and resolve network connectivity and troubleshooting issues. - Contribute to technology updates and develop ITIL best practices. - Providing support with additional IT projects. IT Support Engineer Experience/Technologies: - Understanding of Windows 10/11 operating system Administration and support - Microsoft Stack including Office 365 and Intune Administration and support - Active Directory Administration and management - Using ticketing system to respond to portal requests User support - Communication and interpersonal skills. The successful IT Support Engineer candidate will be commutable 5 days a week to Manchester. *Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Matt Farrell via the VIQU IT website.* *Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply).* *For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment*

Control Systems Engineer
Automation Experts Ltd
Warrington
In office
Mid - Senior
£40,000 - £70,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Are you a Control Systems Engineer ready to take on exciting, high-profile projects in the North West?

We re working with a fast-growing, independent automation specialist delivering advanced control solutions to leading names across food and beverage, pharma, utilities, and high-security sectors such as defence, aerospace, and nuclear. Known for embracing complex challenges and driving innovation, they are expanding their team to meet a strong pipeline of upcoming projects.

Control Systems Engineer

£40,000 £70,000 DOE + Pension + Healthcare + Life Assurance

Excellent training & development opportunities.

North West. Ref: 23822

Controls Engineer - The Role:

  • Design, configure and develop PLC systems for a range of industrial automation projects
  • Produce functional design specifications and test documentation (FDS, FAT/SAT)
  • Manage full project life cycles from initial design to on-site commissioning
  • Liaise with clients and subcontractors to ensure seamless delivery.
  • Travel across the UK (c20%) to support commissioning and client interaction.

Controls Engineer - The Person:

  • Solid experience in real-time control systems design and commissioning.
  • Proficient in PLC programming (Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider).
  • Previous experience within a systems integrator environment
  • Comfortable managing documentation and project processes.
  • Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) and a full UK driving licence.

We are keen to see Control Systems Engineers with experience of the following packages:

  • PLC Software Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider
  • HMI/SCADA Software Rockwell FTView ME & SE, AVEVA InTouch & System Platform, Schneider ClearSCADA GEiFIX, Siemens WinCC

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a heritage of over 100 years and a current order book approaching £1Bn. They offer a clear career path, on-going professional training including Chartership and a collaborative working environment.

Preferably you will be degree qualified with background in a similar role. Strong communication skills are needed along with a full UK valid driving licence.

For further information please contact Sharon Hill.

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