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Civils Design Engineer
Fawkes & Reece
Warrington
In office
Mid
£55,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

A national house builder have a requirement for a Civils Design Engineer to join their Design team overseeing Civils Design packages and technical approvals for new build developments.

Civils Design Engineer role

Reporting to the Design Manager you will undertake the engineering design from land appraisal through to construction. you will be responsible for appointing Consultants, agreeing fees, liaising with statutory authorities and ensuring that design sits within budget.

Duties to include:

  • Undertake the required highway and drainage designs for projects to secure the approval of and , where appropriate, progress the adoption agreement with relevant Statutory Authorities.
  • Ensure the earthworks required across developments are designed in the mot cost effective way possible
  • Advise the land and planning department on the technical viability of new sites
  • Assist in the production of layouts and technical report for land appraisals and required working drawings
  • Prepare outline engineering schematics for land appraisals
  • Conduct initial negotiations/enquiries with statutory bodies on environmental, drainage, highways and other engineering issues when appraising land
  • Brief and commission site investigations, topographical surveys and other assessment reports on land acquired
  • Brief engineering Consultants on the scope of design so that all parties are clear and working towards the same goal
  • Answer technical queries that may arise from other departments
  • Encourage feedback from site teams to improve the design and implementation of future schemes to avoid wastage and improved engineering solutions
  • Provide support to the Principal Designer to ensure full compliance with CDM regulations

Civils Design Engineer experience required:

  • Experienced of producing civil engineering drawings for S38 and S104 packs (roads and drainage) within the residential sector
  • Proficient using Causeway design packages (PDS flow), micro drainage and AutoCAD
  • Innovative approach to problem solving
  • Capable of managing multiple developments
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Proven experience in the productions of value engineering design
  • Ability to effectively communicate with people across all departments and levels within the business

What’s on offer?

The company are offering a competitive salary and benefits package including:

  • Generous holiday entitlement with service days
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Company Car/ Car allowance
  • Private medical cover
  • Pension Scheme
  • Wellbeing initiatives and Employee discounts

If you want to hear more about the Civils Design Engineer role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Deena Fields in our Bolton office on 01204 554 884.

Microsoft 365 Engineer - Manchester
Adecco
Manchester
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£600/day - £615/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Microsoft 365 Engineer

Rate - 600 (A day)

Location - Manchester (Hybrid)

Duration - 6 Months (Initially)

Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company)

This role sits within IT Services and will provide business-as-usual 2nd and 3rd line support across core Microsoft 365 services, while also contributing to key strategic initiatives including the rollout of Microsoft 365 Copilot, the transition from Zoom to Microsoft Teams, and ongoing governance and support of the Power Platform.

The contractor will play a critical role in maintaining platform stability, supporting users and internal teams, and ensuring successful delivery of platform changes and improvements. The role will work closely with the Digital Workplace team, Service Desk, infrastructure teams, and project stakeholders to ensure continuity of service and successful delivery of roadmap initiatives.

This is a hands-on operational and engineering role within a large, complex Microsoft 365 environment.

What are you looking for in terms of previous experience / skills

We are looking for a contractor with strong hands-on Microsoft 365 engineering and operational support experience in enterprise-scale environments.

Essential:

  • Proven experience working as a Microsoft 365 Engineer in a large or complex organisation
  • Strong hands-on experience supporting and administering core Microsoft 365 services, including:
  • Microsoft Teams
  • SharePoint Online
  • OneDrive for Business
  • Exchange Online
  • Strong troubleshooting and 2nd/3rd line support experience across Microsoft 365 services
  • Experience supporting collaboration platform migrations (e.g., Zoom to Teams, tenant migrations, or similar)
  • Experience administering and supporting Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate), including governance and environment management
  • Experience configuring and maintaining Microsoft 365 tenant settings
  • Experience working in operational support roles alongside project delivery
  • Strong documentation and knowledge transfer capabilities

Highly desirable:

  • Experience supporting or enabling Microsoft 365 Copilot
  • Experience working in Higher Education, Public Sector, or similarly complex organisations
  • Experience with Entra ID (Azure AD), identity and access management, and integration with Microsoft 365
  • Understanding of Microsoft 365 security and compliance capabilities
  • Experience supporting Teams telephony, meetings, and collaboration optimisation
  • Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., MS-700, MS-100/101, or equivalent)

Other requirements:

  • Ability to work in a hybrid model (Manchester-based with remote flexibility)
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
Design Engineer
LJB & Co
Manchester
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£450/day - £500/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Wastewater Design Engineer (Contract)Rate: £500 per day
Location: UK (Hybrid/Remote options depending on candidate)
Contract: Ongoing
Start: ASAP

A leading Tier 1 utilities contractor is seeking an experienced Wastewater Design Engineer to support major infrastructure programmes. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering critical water & wastewater projects across the UK.

We are looking for a design-trained engineer with a strong background working on wastewater treatment, networks, or infrastructure schemes ideally with experience from the major water frameworks (e.g., Thames Water, Severn Trent, Anglian Water, United Utilities, Yorkshire Water) or similar top-tier utility environments.

You will play a key technical role reviewing, challenging, and refining design packages before final submission to client partners, ensuring quality, compliance, and constructability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review and assess wastewater design packages for accuracy, safety, and compliance
  • Identify design clashes, risks, and opportunities for optimisation
  • Provide technical engineering input to ensure buildability and cost-effectiveness
  • Liaise closely with internal engineering teams and external design consultants
  • Ensure all documentation meets standards before final submission
  • Support continuous improvement in design processes and quality assurance

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years experience in wastewater design within major utilities projects
  • Experience working with or for Tier 1 water companies (e.g., Thames Water etc.)
  • Strong technical understanding of wastewater treatment, networks, pumps, civils or MEICA elements
  • Engineering-trained with hands-on design background (Civil, Mechanical, Environmental, or Water Engineering preferred)
  • Ability to review, correct, and refine designs prior to client submission
  • Strong communication skills and attention to technical detail

Why Apply?

  • Work with a respected contractor delivering flagship water & wastewater schemes
  • Opportunity to influence high-value design packages
  • Stable, long-term contracting opportunity
  • Competitive £300/day rate
  • Join a collaborative, technically focused team
Stress Engineer
Engineering
Bolton
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Your new company
An established engineering organisation supporting major UK and international nuclear programmes is seeking a Stress Engineer to join its specialist Simulation and Assessment capability. This role offers the opportunity to work on safety-critical nuclear projects, applying advanced stress analysis and assessment techniques to support the substantiation of complex components and systems.You will work as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, contributing to the delivery of technically robust, high-quality analysis to time and budget. The role offers exposure to a range of clients and projects, with the flexibility to work both within client teams and from company offices, alongside hybrid working options.

Your new role
As a Stress Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering stress analysis and engineering assessments in support of nuclear design and safety cases. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Planning, executing and reporting stress analysis and assessment activities for nuclear components and systems
  • Undertaking finite element analysis using tools such as ANSYS or Abaqus, supported by hand calculations and MathCAD
  • Producing substantiation and assessment reports in accordance with recognised design and assessment codes (e.g. ASME III, RCC-M or equivalent)
  • Supporting project delivery through effective planning, progress reporting and stakeholder communication
  • Working closely with internal teams, client engineers and technical leads
  • Managing technical risk, change and requirements compliance within a regulated environment
  • Ensuring outputs meet quality, cost and schedule expectations

What you’ll need to succeed
Essential:
Strong engineering fundamentals, with the ability to sense-check and validate stress and structural analysis results
Practical experience using finite element analysis tools such as Abaqus, ANSYS, Nastran or similar
Experience or awareness of working to engineering codes and standards in safety-critical industries
Degree qualified in an engineering discipline (or equivalent)
Strong technical report-writing capability
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the UK

Desirable:

Experience working in the nuclear or fusion sector
3D CAD experience using tools such as Inventor, CATIA or SolidWorks
Exposure to CFD or dynamic modelling tools (e.g. LS-DYNA, Radioss)
Working towards Chartered Engineer status
Additional Information
Role requires BPSS and SC security clearance (or eligibility to obtain)
UK residency requirements apply due to the nature of the work
Occasional travel to UK customer and office locations will be required

What you’ll get in return
Excellent basic salary plus market leading benefits
Great career progression opportunities

What you need to do now
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Electrical Design Engineer
ATA Recruitment
Manchester
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£50,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Manchester

£45,000 - £55,000 + 12% employer pension, 35 hour working week, 25 days holiday

The Company

Our client is a bespoke machinery manufacturer with an almost 30-year history of supporting the global manufacturing market. With service centres in the UK, US, Europe and Asia, this business is headquartered in Manchester with 50 employees working from this location alone.

Backed by a European parent company, they have been able to explore new markets and create new technology to expand their base service offering. Offering additional training courses and opportunities for progression, they maintain a good team culture whilst supporting individual development.

They are now looking to recruit an Electrical Design Engineer with immediate effect.

The Role

The role of Electrical Design Engineer will involve operating as a sole contributor for electrical design, working closely with mechanical, controls, and commissioning to develop bespoke machinery. Working on projects that range from 1 week to multiple months, you will be the subject matter expert for Electrical Design. You will:

  • Design and develop electrical systems for automated, PLC-controlled machinery.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and safety regulations.
  • Integrate electrical designs with mechanical and control systems, including Siemens PLCs, drives, and industrial automation components.
  • Specify and implement industrial safety circuits, safety relays, and related safety devices.
  • Support projects through collaboration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting to ensure successful delivery and manufacturability.

The Candidate

To be successful in your application for this Electrical Design Engineer role you will need:

  • Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Proactive, continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and quality.
  • Solid understanding of wiring schematics, panel layouts, and PLC equipment.
  • Knowledge of technical drawings, three-phase power distribution, Ethernet networks, and industrial communications systems.

The Benefits

For this Electrical Design Engineer role the following benefits are on offer:

  • £45,000- £55,000 base salary dependant on experience
  • 12% employer to 2% employee pension
  • 35 hour working week
  • Flexible working hours
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

If you’re interested please apply online, send your CV to or give me a call on.

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Office Based Engineer
E3 Recruitment
Warrington
In office
Mid
£45,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

37.5 hours working week, overtime paid at a premium, job security and on-going development are just a few perks that the Office Based Engineer will receive whilst working for this growing manufacturing business.

Due to organic growth, we are recruiting for a Office Based Engineer to join this well-established manufacturing organisation.

The company is based in Warrington , offering easy access from surrounding towns and cities such as Altrincham, Bolton, Manchester, St Helens and Widnes.

Working Hours for the role of Office Based Engineer :

  • Monday to Friday : 7am to 5.00pm - 37.5 hours per week.

In return, the successful Office Based Engineer will receive:

  • Salary £40,000 - £45,000 per Annum( DOE)
  • Bike to Work Scheme.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Health Shield Medical Cash Plan.
  • Ongoing development and training.

Ideally, the successful Office Based Engineer will have:

  • Level 3 Engineering qualification.
  • Solid experience resolving technical issues.
  • Understanding of electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
  • Knowledge of lifting systems, products.

E3R are keen to see applications from candidates for the role of Office Based Engineer who have previous experience resolving technical issues either on site or remotely and who live close to Warrington. To apply for the role of Office Based Engineer , please click ‘Apply Now’ and attach your most up-to date CV.

Civil Infrastructure Engineer
Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£40,000 - £47,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Exeter City Centre

I am seeking an experienced Infrastructure Design Engineer to join a growing, multidisciplinary team. With over 30 years of established success, the consultancy delivers expert civil and structural engineering services across a broad portfolio of residential and commercial developments. Due to an increasing workload and continued growth, they are expanding the team and offering a stable, long-term career opportunity.

Working as a Civil Infrastructure Engineer you will;

Reporting directly to the management team, you will take a key role in the design and delivery of infrastructure solutions, including highways, drainage and sustainable systems. You will be involved in the full project lifecycle, from concept design through to technical delivery and construction phase, working closely with clients, local authorities, the wider design team and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities of this Civil Infrastructure Engineer role include:

  • Delivering design solutions using AutoCAD 2D/3D and Site 3D software.
  • Developing drainage strategies, SuDS designs, flood risk assessments, and associated section agreements (e.g., Section 104, 106, and 278).
  • Designing highways and preparing technical submissions for adoption agreements.
  • Liaising with clients, local authorities, and multidisciplinary design teams.
  • Managing project timelines, resources, and technical output.
  • Supervising and mentoring technicians and junior staff.

About You:

  • Proven experience as an Infrastructure Engineer, preferably within residential and/or commercial development sectors.
  • Proficient in Site 3D and AutoCAD 2D/3D, or similar.
  • Confident managing projects from early planning through to construction.
  • Strong time management skills with the ability to meet project deadlines.
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and keen to take on responsibility.

What our client can offer:

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Health and Life Insurance.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Flexible working conditions.
  • A supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Central city location with excellent transport links.
  • Real opportunities for career progression within an expanding consultancy

Interested? Please get in touch with Mikaela today!

Automatic Door Engineer
Get Staffed Online Recruitment
Manchester
In office
Mid - Senior
£45,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

£35,000 - £45,000 per annum

Greater Manchester and Surrounding Counties

Our client is currently looking for an experienced Automatic Door Engineer to join a growing and well-established business, supporting a strong portfolio of commercial contracts across Greater Manchester and surrounding counties.

This is a long-term position offering job security, varied work, and excellent support - Ideal for an Engineer who takes pride in quality workmanship and enjoys working with reliable systems and professional clients.

What’s on Offer:

  • Door-to-door travel paid.
  • Company van, mobile phone, fuel card, and company credit card.
  • Power tools, test equipment, full uniform, and PPE provided.
  • On-call rota (additional earnings).
  • Ongoing training and development.
  • Security-cleared sites (vetting required).

The Role:

  • Service, maintenance, installation, and fault-finding of automatic and industrial doors.
  • Working across commercial and high-profile sites.
  • Planned preventative maintenance and reactive callouts.
  • Systems supported by in-house design and manufacturing teams.
  • Maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and customer service.

What They’re Looking For:

  • Proven experience servicing, maintaining, installing, and fault-finding on automatic doors.
  • Good working knowledge of BS EN 16005.
  • Experience with GEZE, Dormakaba, Record, and Sesamo equipment.
  • Electrical background preferred but not essential.
  • Full UK driving licence (or equivalent).
  • Ability to pass security vetting.

Apply for the role today by submitting your CV.

Design Engineer - Fire & Security
Morson Edge
Manchester
In office
Junior - Mid
£47/hour
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Design Engineer - Fire & Security Systems

Inside IR35

£47 per hour (Umbrella rate)

Manchester based

12 Month minimum contract

What you will do
• Working as part of the Marine design team, based in Manchester UK, on mechanical design aspects of marine fire suppression projects, ensuring precision and adherence to client specifications.
• Draft detailed CAD drawings and data sheets for fire protection systems tailored to the unique requirements of each project.
• Develop a variety of drawings, including mechanical schematics, P&ID’s, Equipment Datasheets, and Hydraulic Calculations.
• Interpret and apply Approval Authority rules and Regulations.
• Collaborate with the Senior Design Engineer and Project Manager, offering valuable design and CAD support.

What we look for
Essential
• Exceptional communication skills for effective collaboration with clients and the internal project team.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Hydraulic Calculation package (FireCAD or equivalent).
• Ability to interpret clients’ technical specifications.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office packages.
• Full UK Driving License.
• Willingness to obtain SC UK MOD Security clearance.

Preferred
• HNC/HND in Mech Engineering (Engineering Background).
• Experience in the Marine Industry.
• Previous involvement in MoD contracts.
• Background in the Fire Protection industry. With experience in Sprinkler, Foam, Local Application Watermist and Gaseous (Novec, C02, Inergen) fire suppression systems.
• Security Clearance

Electrical Power Systems Engineer
First Technical Recruitment
Warrington
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Power up your career by leading complex electrical infrastructure upgrades on one of the UK’s most high-profile industrial networks!

Our Client has a requirement for an Electrical Power Systems Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Warrington/Hybrid.

Role Purpose:

  • Act as a technical specialist in power and protection, supporting the wider design team on critical infrastructure upgrades.
  • Lead the digital modelling of electrical networks to ensure system reliability and safety.
  • Ensure all electrical designs and calculations comply with stringent industry engineering standards and best practices.

Job Role Responsibilities:

  • Create and maintain detailed project ETAP models for complex electrical networks.
  • Produce accurate fault calculations (BS EN 60909) and comprehensive protection reports.
  • Conduct arc flash risk assessments to ensure operational safety during maintenance and faults.
  • Design and upgrade 11kV and 400V substations, specifically focusing on aging assets.
  • Perform unit protection calculations, including differential and high-impedance schemes.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering standards and site-specific safety practices.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:
Essential:

  • Strong working knowledge of BS EN 60909 Fault Calculations.
  • Proficiency in power distribution modelling software (specifically ETAP).
  • Extensive experience with Protection and Control systems at both 11kV and 400V.
  • Proven track record in substation design and electrical infrastructure upgrades.
  • Experience with unit protection calculations (differential & high-impedance).

Desirable:

  • Knowledge of IEC61850 and power system SCADA interfaces.
  • Proficiency with CAD tools such as Trimble, ERACS, or Digsilent.
  • Chartered Engineer status (or actively working towards it).

Benefits:

  • Competitive contract day rate.
  • Long-term project pipeline within a highly regulated, secure sector.

Company information
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for an Electrical Power Systems Engineer looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Refrigeration Engineer
Calibre
Multiple locations
In office
Mid - Senior
£50,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Refrigeration Service Engineer to join one of the countries leading Refrigeration Contractors working in and around the Kent / Southeast London area.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading company that offer a great salary / package as well as progression opportunities for the future.

The role of Refrigeration Service Engineer will involve traveling around the region attending sites to carry out reactive work on a range of commercial refrigeration plant. The role is a mobile role so a full driving licence is required.

The successful Refrigeration Service Engineer will be allocated various jobs within the region and be responsible for all service and breakdown on their refrigeration plant. You will hold a current F-Gas certificate.

For the right engineer a fantastic salary / package is on offer comprising of the following:

Basic salary up to £48000 + London Weighting + Standby
Travel time paid door to door @ 1.5x hourly rate
Overtime @ 1.5x hourly rate - 2.0x on Sundays and Bank Holidays
Standby / Call Out - 1 in 4
Pension
Company Van
33 Days Holiday

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to join a company that value their engineers and offer a leading salary / package.

Relevant skills: Refrigeration, Fridge, Engineer, Technician, , British Refrigeration, Refrigeration engineer, field service engineer

Refrigeration Engineer - Engineering
Refrigeration Engineer - Rochester

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Production Engineer
Imperium Recruitment Ltd
Blackburn
In office
Junior - Mid
£45,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Production EngineerMonday - Friday
DAYS

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Production Engineer to join the team at our clients busy manufacturing site in Blackburn.

Working closely with the operations team you will be responsible for optimizing production processes, improving efficiency, reducing waste, and ensuring operational excellence !

This is an exciting opportunity for a problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about continuous improvement.

The role will combine focus between supporting existing product ranges, the introduction of new products and the development of supporting systems to improve Quality, sustainability delivering savings using lean processes.

This is a Monday - Friday Days role, 37 Hours working week with a 1pm Finish on Friday.

Key Responsibilities of a Production Engineer

  • Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives (lean manufacturing, waste reduction, process optimisation)
  • Lead kaizen Projects and Site Auditing
  • Provide technical support to production teams and troubleshoot manufacturing issues
  • Execute process improvements
  • Defining processes and procedures
  • Work closely with the Lean team to develop and implement of best practices, routines and solutions to improve production rates, Quality and output
  • Ensure process improvements put into place are adhered to.
  • Work closely with Safety & Quality to ensure safe processes and reduce rejects

Experience and Qualifications required for a Production Engineer

  • HNC/HND or Previous hands on experience in a production engineering or manufacturing engineer role
  • Knowledge of HSE and best practices and ISO9001 would be an advantage
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a practical, hands-on approach
  • Understanding of Six Sigma would be beneficial
  • Strong communication skills

Salary and Benefits of a Production Engineer

  • Salary up to £50,000 DOE
  • Monday to Friday DAYS (1pm finish on Fridays)
  • 34 Days Annual Leave (includes 2 week Christmas shutdown)
  • Free onsite parking
  • Canteen facilities, including hot drinks
  • Option to join private healthcare scheme

If you feel you are ready to take the next step in your career and have the right skills and experience for this Production Engineers role please click Apply or contact Permanent Vacancies team on 07443 359151

Project Engineer
Grassroots Recruitment Ltd
Stockport
In office
Mid - Senior
£50,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Salary:£45,000 £50,000 basic + c.25% bonus

Location:Stockport-based with regular UK travel
Type:Full-time, office-based with customer and site visits

Are you a technically mindedProject Engineerwho enjoys owning projects end-to-end while building strong customer relationships?

Our client is a well-established engineering solutions provider operating within industrial process environments. As part of continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Project Engineer to act as the key link between sales, engineering, site delivery and the customer, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and to specification.

This is a varied role combining project management, technical coordination and customer-facing responsibility. You will take ownership of projects from sales handover through to installation, commissioning and final documentation, working closely with internal engineers, subcontractors and client stakeholders across the UK.

Job Description

  • Manage engineering projects from sales handover through to customer delivery
  • Act as the main point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle
  • Support sales colleagues with technical input into proposals and solutions
  • Coordinate with design, site and installation engineers to ensure smooth delivery
  • Lead project kick-off meetings and attend regular internal project reviews
  • Specify equipment, place purchase orders and manage supplier and subcontractor progress
  • Organise installations, prepare site documentation and oversee H&S and RAMS
  • Support commissioning activities and compile O&M documentation
  • Monitor project costs and liaise with finance on invoicing and commercial matters

Person Specification

Essential:

  • Proven experience in a Project Engineer or similar technical project role
  • Strong customer-facing skills with the ability to build long-term relationships
  • Background in mechanical or electro-mechanical engineering environments
  • Experience working on industrial or manufacturing customer sites
  • HNC (or equivalent) qualification in Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering
  • Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills
  • Willingness to travel across the UK as required

Desirable:

  • Experience delivering engineered systems or turnkey projects
  • Exposure to industrial process, extraction, ventilation or capital equipment projects
  • Understanding of site installation, commissioning and contractor management
  • Willingness to undertake occasional overseas travel for training

Package & Benefits

  • £45,000 £50,000 basic salary depending on experience
  • Approximately 25% bonus potential through incentive and company bonus schemes
  • Company car
  • Enhanced pension contributions
  • 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
  • Long-term career development within a stable and growing engineering business

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.

Industrial Refrigeration Engineer
WR HVACR
Manchester
In office
Mid
£65,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Manchester
£65,000 per annum

An established industrial refrigeration company that specialises in the bespoke design, installation, commissioning, service and maintenance of industrial and heavy commercial refrigeration systems. Focused on sustainability and the use of natural refrigerants like ammonia, they offer bespoke designs, installations, and maintenance of cooling systems that help reduce carbon emissions, cut operational costs, and enhance performance.

Key Responsibilities:
Start up and commissioning of industrial refrigeration systems
Ensuring compliance with regulations and procedures
Support design and project teams

Package:
Basic - £54,000 per annum
Overtime, door to door & on-call pay
33 days holiday
Pension scheme
Continuous training Opportunities

What You’ll Need:
City & Guilds in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
F-Gas certification
Experience with Ammonia refrigeration systems
Experience working with industrial chillers and HVAC systems
Full UK driving licence

Interested in hearing more? Call Peter Caulfield on 023 9285 2310 or Email

WR HVAC | M&E are #1 recruitment partner for HVAC jobs. Our customers include a range of large and small M&E companies, manufacturers and suppliers of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. We recruit UK wide for sales, management and technical jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

EC&I Protection Engineer
Morson Edge
Warrington
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

An opportunity has become available for an EC&I Protection Engineer within the Sellafield Infrastructure Strategic Alliance CE&I design team. Power systems & protection engineering directly linked to the Sellafield Electrical Distribution Network Upgrade Project.

****Only apply if you are a British Citizen and passport holder and not have worked outside the UK during the past 5 years. Candidates can start with BPSS security clearance whilst higher level clearance is being undertaken. ****

This is a full-time contract role inside IR35 and is based in Warrington on a hybrid basis with 1 day a week in the office required and 4 days from home.

ROLE DESCRIPTION
Creation and updating the projects working ETAP model, Production of fault calculations, Protection reports and arc flash risk assessments, Power and protection specialism support to the wider design team. Contribute to the updating of Sellafield’s engineering standards and best practice.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Working knowledge of BS EN 60909 Fault Calculations
Working knowledge of power distribution modelling software
Experience with Protection and control systems (11kV & 400V)
Experience of 11kV & 400V substation design
Experience of unit protection calculations (differential & high-impedance schemes)
Relevant design experience relating to Electrical infrastructure upgrades and working with aging assets.
Working knowledge of the Sellafield Distribution Network and its electrical safety practices

DESIRABLE
Experience of Sellafield Design Processes
Experience with other CAD tools namely Trimble, ERACs and Digsilent
Experience with IEC61850 and power system SCADAs
Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership with the relevant discipline.

IT Operations Engineer
Roc Search Europe Limited
Stockport
In office
Mid - Senior
£35,000 - £40,000

Role: IT Operations Engineer
Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester
Salary: Up-to 40,000
Sector: Cyber Security

About Us

Roc Search is partnered with a leading provider of cyber security services which supports organisations across regulated and specialist sectors such as legal, financial services and accountancy.

Following continued growth, our client is looking for an IT Operations Engineer to support internal technical operations, working closely with senior technical leadership in a highly visible, business-critical role.

On Offer

  • Salary up-to 40,000
  • 25 Days’ annual leave
  • 8 Bank Holidays
  • Paid formal training courses
  • Salary sacrifice scheme

The Role

  • You will take ownership of key internal IT functions
  • Build and configure laptops and mobile devices
  • Provide 1st and 2nd line IT support
  • Troubleshooting hardware, software, and user issues
  • Office 365 administration
  • Intune management
  • Azure Entra ID administration and new user accounts
  • Deploy, manage and monitor antivirus
  • Maintaining IT asset registers
  • CRM administration and support

Skills & Experience

  • 3+ years’ experience in a modern IT support role
  • Windows OS
  • Office 365
  • SharePoint & Teams
  • Intune or similar MDM tools
  • Defender or similar tools like ESET, ThreatLocker or Sophos
  • Experience with VoIP software solutions

This role suits a hands-on IT professional seeking long-term growth within a cloud-first, security-focused organisation.

Production Test Engineer
Arm
Bolton
In office
Mid
£35/hour - £37/hour
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

12-month contract

Based in Bolton

Offering 37ph Inside IR35

Are you an experienced Test Engineer?

Do you have experience testing down to component level?

Do you want to work with an industry-leading company?

If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you!

As the Production Test Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry.

You will be involved in:

  • Providing test engineering support to operators on the shopfloor
  • Testing and diagnosing complex electrical/electronic systems, sub-assemblies, and circuit cards down to component level
  • Generating test specifications, operator instructions, and technical reports - based on higher-level requirements and information
  • Identify remedial and corrective actions
  • Supporting meetings with Quality and Operations to provide status updates on Test Engineering actions and investigations

Your skillset may include:

  • A good understanding of measurement and test principles, and associated equipment down to component level
  • Awareness of electrical/electronic sub-system and system design, integration, and test principles.
  • An understanding of RF and microwave technology at subsystem level
  • An understanding of Environmental testing (including ESS)
  • Manual handling training
  • ESD training

If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further!

Production Test Engineer

12-month contract

Based in Bolton

Offering 37ph Inside IR35

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited (“ARM”). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

System Administrator
VIQU IT
Manchester
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£35,000 - £38,000

The role: System Administrator

Location: East Manchester (Hybrid)

Salary: £38,000 per annum

VIQU have partnered with a growing financial services organisation in East Manchester who are hiring for a systems administrator.

The system administrator will provide IT support to over 500 users across the UK, review and improve the IT security of the organisation, whilst ensuring IT projects are completed. The role will initially require the individual to work on site full time, before transitioning to a hybrid working arrangemment.

Key responsibilities of the System Administrator:

  • Provide IT support for users across multiple UK sites.
  • Monitor and respond to security alerts using tools like MXDR and Microsoft Defender.
  • Administer and maintain virtualisation and Azure environments.
  • Manage and support Microsoft Office 365, Windows systems, and Intune for device management.
  • Create, update, and maintain IT documentation, policies, and service desk tickets to ensure compliance and knowledge sharing.

Experience required for the Systems Administrator:

  • Previous professional experience providing second/third line IT support, supporting Office 365, Windows systems, and using Intune for device management.
  • Exposure to cloud infrastructure and networking (the organisation uses Azure, Meraki & Palo Alto).
  • Strong security knoweldge and hands on exposure to Microsoft Defender.
  • Virtualisation experience (Proxmox platform experience preferred however VMware/Hyper-V is also fine).
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to spot and suggest improvements for the infrastructure and security landscape.

The role: System Administrator

Location: East Manchester (Hybrid)

Salary: £38,000 per annum

Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Jack McManus via the (url removed)

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Onsite IT Support Technician
Venom IT
Manchester
In office
Junior - Mid
£28,000 - £30,000

Onsite IT Support Technician / Join a Fast-Growing MSP!

Venom IT Head Office (Sale, North West) + Client Sites / c.£30,000 & Great Benefits

Venom IT is a fast-growing, industry-leading Managed Service Provider based in Sale, specialising in Cloud Services, DaaS, virtualisation, and managed infrastructure. Our team delivers enterprise-grade IT solutions to businesses nationwide through an extensive reseller network.

We re growing rapidly and we re looking for an enthusiastic, hands-on technician who thrives on being out in the field, solving real problems, and delivering outstanding customer service.

If you love variety, enjoy visiting different clients, and take pride in doing the job right first time this is your perfect next step.

The Role: Onsite IT Support Technician

You ll be the face of Venom IT onsite diagnosing issues, installing kit, resolving faults, and ensuring our clients stay productive. No two days are ever the same. You ll work independently, think on your feet, and get stuck in across a wide range of environments.

What You ll Be Doing:

  • Visiting client sites across the North West to diagnose and resolve IT issues
  • Troubleshooting hardware, software, and connectivity faults
  • Installing & configuring desktops, laptops, printers, and peripherals
  • Handling networking issues: switches, routers, Wi-Fi, cabling
  • Performing basic firewall diagnostics (FortiGate skills = big plus!)
  • Completing structured cabling, patch panels, and terminations
  • Supporting Windows OS & Windows Server environments (AD, Group Policy)
  • Racking, stacking, and cabling network/server equipment
  • Documenting all work clearly in the ticketing system
  • Escalating complex issues to senior engineers when needed

What You Need to Succeed:

  • Full UK driving licence + your own vehicle (mileage paid)
  • Proven ability to diagnose IT hardware/software faults
  • Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs)
  • Basic firewall & network security understanding
  • Experience with structured cabling & cable terminations
  • Solid Windows 10/11 troubleshooting skills
  • Familiar with Windows Server, AD & Group Policy
  • Excellent communication & client-facing skills
  • Highly self-motivated and able to work independently
  • Strong organisational & time-management skills

Desirable Extras (Not Essential but Great to Have)

  • MSP or multi-client support experience
  • VMware / virtualisation knowledge
  • FortiGate, SonicWall, or Sophos firewall experience
  • M365 & Exchange administration
  • Backup & disaster recovery experience
  • RMM tools exposure
  • CompTIA / Microsoft certifications
  • Experience with IP CCTV or VoIP

Why Join Venom IT?

  • Competitive salary approx. £30K DOE
  • Mileage expenses paid
  • Private healthcare (Aviva)
  • Company pension
  • Gym membership
  • Optical & dental cashback
  • Reward Gateway discounts
  • Your birthday off!
  • Holiday buy/sell (up to 3 days)
  • Length of service awards
  • Customer feedback rewards
  • Onsite parking
  • Regular social events + big Christmas party
  • Genuine opportunities for personal development

Ready to Join a Team That Values Quality, Growth & Real Technical Skill?

If you re a proactive, hands-on IT technician who loves solving problems and delivering exceptional service, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and take your next step with Venom IT!

Service Desk Analyst - M365
Lawfront Group
Sale
In office
Junior - Mid
Private salary

Lawfront provides legal services to individuals and businesses through leading regional law firms - Farleys, Fisher Jones Greenwood, Brachers, Trethowans, Nelsons and Slater Heelis.

Our philosophy has been to acquire high-performing, mid-tier firms with an excellent regional brand, good-will and reputation; and then give them the investment and structure to be ambitious - but without losing their individuality or firm culture. So we think you get the best of both worlds, local firm culture and big-firm investment and infrastructure.

As a result of our growth, we are seeking an experienced IT Service Desk Analyst to join our dynamic IT team, based from the offices of Slater Heelis Solicitors in Sale.

Job Summary:

An experienced IT service desk analyst with M365 skills responsible for providing technical support, addressing 1st line IT issues and contributing towards the smooth operation of Lawfront’s IT infrastructure. This role will also involve ensuring helpdesk best practice and assisting Lawfront’s colleagues with IT related issues and requests.

Principal Responsibilities:

  • Provide first-line technical support via phone, email, and ticketing system.
  • Log, track, and resolve incidents and service requests in line with SLAs.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot hardware, software, network, and application issues.
  • Escalate unresolved issues to 2nd/3rd line support teams as appropriate.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of issues and resolutions.
  • Support user account management (e.g., password resets, access requests).
  • Assist with onboarding/offboarding processes including device setup.
  • Monitor system alerts and respond to outages or performance issues.
  • Supporting the Farleys and Slater Heelis IT Leads.
  • Deliver excellent customer service and maintain a professional demeanour.

Skills and Knowledge:

  • Previous experience in a helpdesk or IT support role (1+ years preferred).
  • Knowledge of Windows OS, Microsoft 365, and basic networking.
  • Familiarity with Active Directory, M365, ticketing systems (e.g. Halo).
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
  • Full Driving License - occasionally required to visit Group sites.

What we Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional development and certification.
  • A collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Exposure to enterprise-level infrastructure and security operations.

If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, then please click below to apply.

Microsoft 365 Engineer (Migration to Copilot / Teams)
Hays Technology
Manchester
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£625/day
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

625 a day (Inside IR35)
6 Months
Hybrid (1 day onsite)

Currently seeking an experienced Microsoft 365 Engineer to support and maintain its enterprise Microsoft 365 platform during a period of significant transformation across the Digital Workplace. This role sits within IT Services and will provide business-as-usual 2nd and 3rd line support across core Microsoft 365 services, while also contributing to key strategic initiatives including the rollout of Microsoft 365 Copilot, the transition from Zoom to Microsoft Teams, and ongoing governance and support of the Power Platform.This is a hands-on operational and engineering role within a large, complex Microsoft 365 environment. We are looking for a contractor with strong hands-on Microsoft 365 engineering and operational support experience in enterprise-scale environments.

Essential:

  • Proven experience working as a Microsoft 365 Engineer in a large or complex organisation
  • Strong hands-on experience supporting and administering core Microsoft 365 services, including Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive for Business, and Exchange Online
  • Strong troubleshooting and 2nd/3rd line support experience across Microsoft 365 services
  • Experience of working in complex environments
  • Experience supporting collaboration platform migrations (e.g., Zoom to Teams, tenant migrations, or similar)
  • Experience administering and supporting Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate), including governance and environment management
  • Experience configuring and maintaining Microsoft 365 tenant settings
  • Experience working in operational support roles alongside project delivery
  • Strong documentation and knowledge transfer capabilities

Highly desirable:

  • Experience supporting or enabling Microsoft 365 Copilot
  • Experience working in Higher Education, Public Sector, or similarly complex organisations
  • Experience with Entra ID (Azure AD), identity and access management, and integration with Microsoft 365
  • Understanding of Microsoft 365 security and compliance capabilities
  • Experience supporting Teams telephony, meetings, and collaboration optimisation
  • Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., MS-700, MS-100/101, or equivalent)

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