Total 101 Engineering job vacancies in Leicester, LE3 8TB

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Air Conditioning Engineer to join a well-established company

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.
Salary: Competitive Salary, Depending on Experience & Industry Standards.
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week, plus overtime (Weekdays & Saturdays at 1.5x, Sundays & Bank Holidays at 2x)
Benefits: Door-to-door travel, company van (with air conditioning and for personal use), overtime opportunities.

About The Company

They are a leading provider of HVAC solutions, dedicated to delivering high-quality service and maintenance to a diverse range of clients. They have experienced significant growth over the past two years, doubling in size and investing in the recruitment of experienced employees and improvements to their systems. Leveraging their strong foundation, they are now focusing on tapping into the vast potential of the service and maintenance sector. The company is in the process of setting up a subsidiary company and are seeking a dynamic and experienced Contracts Manager to join their team.

Role Overview:

The company are seeking a skilled and experienced Air Conditioning Engineer to join their team on a permanent, mobile basis, dealing with contracts Nationwide. The role primarily involves servicing and maintaining air handling units (AHUs), chillers, split systems, and direct expansion (DX) systems, specifically related to specialist medical equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of electrics and controls and will be able to complete high-standard service and maintenance work. On-call will be required due to the criticality of the work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on air conditioning and cooling systems.
• Carry out reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on chillers, AHUs, split systems, and DX systems.
• Maintain comprehensive records of HVAC equipment, including F-Gas compliance.
• Diagnose and repair system faults and leaks.
• Collaborate with electrical and building services teams, including BMS (Building Management Systems).
• Provide technical advice and recommendations on AC and cooling systems where necessary.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and occasionally stay overnight.

Candidate Requirement:

• Minimum 4 years' experience in service and reactive air conditioning maintenance, with some PPM exposure.
• Expertise in air conditioning, chiller, and DX system maintenance.
• Basic electrical knowledge and experience in general building services.
• Strong customer-facing skills; articulate and presentable.
• IT literate, with good data-keeping skills (F-Gas record management).
• Relevant qualifications (C&G/NVQ in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration).
• F-Gas 2079 certification (safe handling of refrigerants).
• Valid UK driving licence.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working with medical imaging equipment and cooling systems.
• Familiarity with NHS and private medical facilities.
• Additional electrical and BMS experience.
• Manufacturer training and certifications (additional training provided if needed).
• Experience using job allocation systems, such as Clik (training will be provided).

If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. The employer welcomes applications from all candidates who match their requirements and their decision for employment will be based purely on your skills/qualifications.

Are you an experienced and dynamic Mechanically biased Maintenance Technician or Fitter looking for your forever role?

Tarmac is the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our innovative products and solutions not only deliver the infrastructure needed to grow the UK economy today but also help to create a more sustainable built environment for the country’s long-term future.

We are currently looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter to join our friendly maintenance team at our Mountsorrel Quarry, in Quorn, near to Loughborough in Leicestershire. This role is commutable from Quorn, Loughborough, Leicester, Melton Mowbray, Coalville, Shepshed, Syston, Glenfield, Ibstock, Sileby, Kegworth, Nottingham, Derby, Grantham, Matlock, Tunstead, Derby, Dene, Ashbourne, Oakham, Bardon Hill and the surrounding areas.

The role of Mechanical Maintenance Fitter is a Night Shift role so you will be required to work a set night shift pattern with overtime available to meet with our site’s needs.

We’re working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.

Main Responsibilities

Reporting to the Maintenance lead, as our Mechanical Maintenance Fitter, you will be responsible for undertaking plant maintenance, repairs and improvements to ensure maximum reliability of all plant associated areas and to assist team members in all aspects of plant operation.

Your responsibilities in this role will include (not exhaustive):

• Respond to plant breakdowns, when necessary and be responsible for the correct and efficient repair of equipment keeping downtime to a minimum with timely and safe adherence to the maintenance plan whilst complying to all relevant statutory legislation and the internal company Safety, Health and Environmental standards
• Continue to improve plant performance whilst maintaining safety, maintenance and asset reliability
• Contribute to the in-house development of the Computer Maintenance Management System
• In support of the maintenance and operations functions, you will utilise documents, and maintain policies, procedures, and associated guidelines for the safe and efficient maintenance of equipment

The Ideal Candidate

The role of Mechanical Maintenance Fitter is a varied, complex and rewarding position that requires:

• ESSENTIAL - Experience of Fabricating and Welding
• Knowledge of maintenance practices – hydraulics/pneumatics would prove highly advantageous
• Level 3 Apprentice trained or ONC/NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering would prove highly beneficial although not essential as QBE (Qualified by Experience) is essential in this role
• Have experience of TPM methodology and Continuous Improvement
• Working knowledge of relevant engineering maintenance principles and practices, and experience of working in a relevant heavy engineering industry
• Knowledgeable in the area of Predictive Maintenance
• Experience in working with a Computer Maintenance Management System
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis, Failure Mode & Effect Analysis tools/techniques
• Understands database systems as relevant to planned maintenance and logging of shift activities
• An understanding of mechanical systems including hydraulics and pneumatics and understand National and International codes and symbols used on drawings and specifications.
• Ability to learn Health and Safety rules applicable to each department regarding their own and other operators’ safety

Why Us

Along with the role of Mechanical Maintenance Fitter we additionally offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits:

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female Voice, and Menopause
• Training and development opportunities

Interested? Why not click here to find out more? Go on… are you ready to build your future?

Tarmac is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when this happens we sometimes bring the published closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

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Position: Mechanical Estimator
Reason for Vacancy: Staff absence
Location: Leicester office, office based
Duration: At least until December, potential extension
Start Date: Immediate
Rate: £25 - £40 per hour via Umbrella or PAYE, DOE
Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm (flexible)
Day to Day Duties: We are seeking a Mechanical Estimator who can also handle some design tasks. The role primarily involves working on industrial projects, including schools, university hospitals, and offices.

Key responsibilities include:

• Costing for materials and labour
• Understanding and interpreting design requirements
• Sending enquiries for quotations
• General HVAC tasks

Key Requirements:

• Experience in HVAC and building services
• Ability to produce estimates and understand systems and designs
• Design experience would be beneficial.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

IT Systems:

• Cypher
• MS Office

If you have the relevant experience and are available for an immediate start, we would love to hear from you!

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About the role
The College of Science and Engineering is home to the academic schools of: Chemistry, Computing and Mathematical Sciences, Engineering, Geology & Geography, and Physics & Astronomy. Teaching and research activity in these schools are supported by College Technicians covering a range of specialist areas. One such area is manufacturing of unique devices and prototypes, and leading the education of students in manufacturing techniques and Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) principles.
The role requires the full delivery of technical skills training/teaching of undergraduate students to carry out rapid prototyping, turning and milling operations, bench skills and fitting techniques. You will also support undergraduate and postgraduate project manufacture within the School of Engineering, to include extra-curricular activities, such as Formula Student and students entering external prototyping competitions. Other responsibilities also include: supervising the Engineering Manufacture Workshop for task allocation; managing workflow; providing advice and guidance; best practice procedures; and ensuring manufacture request deadlines are met.
You will be able to lead students in the School of Engineering in the design and manufacture of unique devices, to include repair, modification and construction of new and existing equipment and components, alongside the provision of specialist technical expertise. You will be able to collaborate with academic staff to design and develop technical skills training and manufacturing activities.
About you
You will have demonstrable experience and knowledge of operating conventional and CNC engineering manufacture equipment, including vertical milling and horizontal turning operations. You will be required to use a full range of mechanical workshop skills for the manufacture of research equipment and components, and provide instruction in how to do so. Within your application, please refer to your skills and experiences that demonstrate your ability to take on these activities.
Additional informationThe University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.
As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.
We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Leicester
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + Bonus monthly and yearly
Working Monday to Thursday 8:15- 5pm / Friday 8:15- 1pm

DC Personnel is representing a Manufacturing business in Leicestershire who are excited to grow their Design Engineer department adding a new team member to support their Electrical Design Engineer department. This role is suitable for experienced Electrical Design Engineer that has some experience in one of the following or similar : product designer, power control system designer, machinery designer, generator designer, air condition designer, any other similar equipment Electrical Design experience! The role will be working for a well-established business in Leicester, currently they have 12 engineers, and this role ideally will be office based, but will leave an open conversation for some hybrid working if needed. This company supply their product in Europe and Asia, Middle East and UK.

Benefits for Electrical Design Engineer
• Pay £45,000 - £50,000
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Personal bonus(monthly and yearly)
• Company pension scheme 4,5%
• Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Hot drinks
• Lovely team around you
• Free parking


Responsibilities for Electrical Design Engineer
• Look after all the design requirements
• Produce design calculations and production documentation
• You will be responsible to create electrical wiring diagrams using AutoCAD Electrical and corresponding component layouts.
• Take ownership to work in a team and support others by reviewing and approving design information from other team members.
• Experience in using Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) to document changes.
• Oversee the CE marking process on new designs including performing DFMEAs.
• Be part of the team and support everyone in research, development, and product testing
• Conduct technical investigations, perform root cause analysis, and initiate corrective actions.


Requirements for the Electrical Design Engineer:
• Electrical design experience, preferably some with machinery design.
• Qualified to degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Knowledge of, and experience of designing in accordance with IEC 60204 and IEC 61439.
• Experience of the product CE marking process and DFMEA.
• A high level of competency with Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical is required.
• A CAD software package such as Autodesk Inventor, Creo, Siemens would be an advantage.
DC Personnel is acting as an employment agency for this role.
If you are interested please apply or call Arita 07387 520305

Contact Information: - Name: Applications - Country: United Kingdom - Email: VP8658E03C.1207@vacancyposter.com - Phone: 01162 430 540

Vacancy: Mobile Forklift Engineer
Location:Leicester
Hours: 40 hours mon to fri
Salary: Up To £34,000, OTE £40,000K

Do you want to work for one of the worlds largest material handlers?! A company that offer excellent benefits, and progression opportunities within?

Are you an experienced Forklift Engineer, or do you have transferable skills? If so, we would like to talk to you.

We are currently looking for a capable Field Service Engineer who has a strong proven background and skill-set in this field. We are also interested in talking to you if you are from a Plant, Engineering, HGV, or Agricultural background

Our client is looking to expand their team of Field Service Engineers in order to help maintain Forklifts currently within their customer base. Travelling from site to site in the East Midlands.

Excellent benefits

• Overtime
• 33 days hols Inc BH
• Vehicle (Company Van)
• Pension
• Comprehensive Training
• Progression Opportunities
• Benefits Portal
• Health Cash Plan
• Life cover

Mobile Field Service Engineer role

• All levels of technical works; from general servicing and repairs to diagnostics.
• Complete repairs to a high standard, adhere to manufacturer procedures and processes, become part of a team and mainly bring a high attention to detail.
• General maintenance & repairs.

Candidate requirements: Field Service Engineer

• Self-sufficient individual, who can manage their own time and workload to suit customer and site requirements.
• As this role is customer facing we will be looking for a background dealing customers and the general public
• You will be a representative of the brand so will be expected to carry out your duties in a professional and courteous manner
• You ideally will be someone who has a good working knowledge of the above vehicles and pieces of equipment
• Industry recognised qualifications to indicate you have received adequate training on the equipment you will be working with
• Full UK licence

As an employer our client has an exceptional reputation for providing the best training and also employee benefit packages in the industry. So if you feel you have the necessary to fulfil the above role then please do not hesitate to apply and I will be in touch to discuss further

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Recruitment Consultant:Danielle Kingston

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

Lead Control Systems Engineer

Location: Leicester

Overview:
Our client, a leader in electrification systems, provides critical power and energy solutions for high-performance applications across energy, maritime, and industrial sectors. They are seeking a talented and experienced Lead Control Systems Engineer to join their Systems Engineering group.

What's on Offer:

• Challenging projects that make a significant impact in the energy sector.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Competitive salary with an attractive benefits package, including pension contributions, income protection, private health insurance, and life assurance.
• 26 days of vacation plus bank holidays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain Drive Control Systems technology, including control algorithms and application software.
• Manage core Drive Control PCB hardware and FPGA configurations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to specify, design, code, and validate control systems for MW-scale power electronic drive systems.
• Maintain effective engineering interfaces with sales teams, field engineers, and firmware development teams.

Essential Requirements:

• MUST be a UK National
• Strong knowledge and experience in Variable Speed Drive Control Schemes.
• Proficiency in Control Systems Design (both linear and non-linear).
• Experience with C code programming and embedded software design.
• Familiarity with control system simulation tools such as MATLAB Simulink.
• Understanding of power electronics components (e.g., IGBTs, MOSFETs).
• Knowledge of electrical machines and suitable control strategies for power electronics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Experience leading technical teams in software, hardware, or control engineering.
• Background in industries such as Marine, Energy, or Renewables.
• Experience with integrated control schemes involving PLCs and HMIs.

Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're excited about contributing your expertise in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our client's innovative team.

EC&I Engineer

Location: Leicester

Overview:
Our client, a leader in electrification systems, is seeking a talented EC&I Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves solving exciting challenges through the development and delivery of engineering solutions for power, propulsion, and energy systems for both surface and submarine applications.

What's on Offer:

• Challenging projects that drive innovation in the energy sector.
• A flexible work environment that supports work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a global company.
• Competitive compensation package with flexible benefits tailored to your needs, including pensions, income protection, private health insurance, and life assurance.
• 26 days of vacation plus bank holidays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop software primarily using LabVIEW and National Instruments TestStand for new test equipment and data acquisition systems.
• Design the overall architecture of applications, ensuring maintainability and efficiency.
• Support existing NI/LabVIEW systems through maintenance, fault finding, diagnosis, and upgrades.
• Collaborate with various teams to produce requirements and system documentation.
• Perform Factory Acceptance Testing and commissioning work following quality procedures.

Essential Skills:

• MUST be a UK National
• Demonstrable experience in software design within the Test & Measurement industry, particularly in high-speed real-time applications.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW (CLD minimum desirable) and National Instruments TestStand.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with hands-on hardware troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of electrical circuit operation/design.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications:

• Degree or HND in Electrical/Software Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience with the software design process from development through to validation and support.
• Must be a sole national British citizen with a valid UK passport and full UK driving licence.

Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're excited about contributing your expertise to a dynamic team, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our client's innovative engineering team.

Your new company
You will be joining a main contractor overseeing the successful delivery of civil works within the water sector. This multi-accredited contractor has a strong pipeline of work in the water industry, with future works in the Midlands region. They offer excellent opportunities for career progression and development, and due to continued success, they are looking to onboard a Site Manager to be based on sites initially in the East Midlands area.

Your new role
As Site Manager, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Overseeing day-to-day site operations
• Ensuring adherence to health, safety and environmental policies
• Reporting progress to key project stakeholders
• Managing construction activities
• Coordinating and supervising subcontractors
• Maintaining budgets and schedules.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will:

• Have previous experience in civil works within the water industry, in a site management or supervising capacity
• Hold a CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid qualification
• Understand health, safety and environmental policies
• Be able to manage construction activities and coordinate subcontractors
• Possess strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

• A starting salary of up to £60k/annum (negotiable depending on experience)
• Company car or car allowance
• Company bonus
• 28 days' annual leave (option to buy more) plus statutory holidays
• Matched company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Continuous training and development.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, apply now to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
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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Job Title: Mechanical Technician
Location: Whetstone, Leicester
Compensation: Competitive + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF59213

At Cavendish Nuclear we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Mechanical Technician at our Whetstone site.

The role

As a Mechanical Technician you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. Your work will directly contribute to the successful production and testing of high-quality mechanical systems, ensuring the continued development of our cutting-edge technology.

Day-to-day, you'll play a crucial role in supporting the mechanical assembly and testing of a wide range of equipment, from small sub-assemblies to large process plants.

• Assemble and test mechanical components and systems, ranging from small sub-assemblies to large process plant equipment.

• Participate in mechanical development projects, including building and testing of equipment.

• Ensure compliance with safety protocols in a safety-critical environment.

• Work with complex mechanical assemblies, ensuring accuracy and adherence to tight tolerances.

• Support ongoing production assembly and testing projects to meet deadlines and project requirements.

• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues during the assembly and testing process.

This role is full time 37 hours per week and is based on site at Whetstone

Essential experience of the Mechanical Technician

• Experience working in safety-critical environments.
• Proven experience with complex mechanical assemblies and working to tight tolerances is desirable.

Qualifications for the Mechanical Technician

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering (or a related discipline) is required.

Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

Cavendish Nuclear
As a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group, provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions in clean energy, defence and civil new build and decommissioning projects. Together, we're innovating to make nuclear safer, faster and cost-effective across the nuclear energy life cycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group - from Canada, the USA to Japan. Work with us to create a safe and secure world, together.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 04/11/2024

#CAVDESTNUC

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Desktop Motor Engineer


Locations: National/England - this role will be mostly remote, with an expectation that you'll go into one of our offices (London, Leicester, Bexhill) once a quarter.


Welcome to Hastings Direct - From our Group HR Director Pam Angel


We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues.

We provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.

We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure we would love to hear from you.

Job Details

• Being a dependable, vehicle and engineering subject matter expert, contributing where required to support colleagues and knowledge management material
• Reviewing all vehicle damage repair estimates presented consistently and in a timely manner
• Investigating and challenging repair estimates where appropriate, ensuring adequate cost control is in place whilst achieving the best customer and commercial outcomes
• Constructively supporting, investigating and challenging external engineering assessors
• Supporting, reviewing and undertaking appropriate audit actions on suppliers when required
• Helping to grow our Engineering capability through identifying opportunities to continuously improve skills, knowledge and processes
  
  

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience within the motor industry with either bodywork and/or mechanical knowledge
• Must have experience of using Audatex and Glassmatix estimating systems
• Strong IT skills (especially Microsoft packages)
  
  

What we offer


Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company, and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.

Regrettably, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.


Reward


Salary - Attractive salary based on experience (pay reviews also completed each year)

Flexible Working - We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home.

Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings' performance against our business goals and your own personal performance.

Physical Wellbeing - We like to help our colleagues take a proactive approach in keeping themselves well, that's why we fund our colleagues to be able to claim against everyday health care through our healthcare cash plan.

Financial Wellbeing - As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes - discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support.

There's more! - 25 days annual leave +bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to private healthcare, dental plans, discounted health assessments, cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more. Most of our benefits and wellbeing resources are available to colleagues from their first day whilst some optional benefits, which involve committing to a 12-month payment schedule, are available as soon as you have completed your probationary period.


Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve

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Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.

The role of the Estates Supervisor ( Electrical) is to lead a multidisciplinary team providing a comprehensive Healthcare engineering maintenance service to all wards and departments within a multidisciplinary environment, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures.

You will encourage team working, by providing the varied skills that support the department’s philosophy and flexible working. Training will be available in elements required but the post holder will have sound Engineering skills and be expected to acquire the skills required to support this flexibility in a safe and professional manner. The post holder will be expected to work across the Trust.





The core duty of the role is to supervise team members and
contractors, provide practical instruction to staff and contractors
and to act mentor for team members and apprentices to assist in
their development and to compile and monitor training
programmes.
Act as Authorised Person/ Responsible Officer in relation to
specific maintenance responsibilities e.g. Medical Gases, HV, LV,
Lifts.
Maintain operate & review the pre-planned maintenance
programme to review & revises procedures and working practices
where required.
The post holder will be required to participate in the Estates out of
hour’s on-call service.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:



http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

KEY RESULT AREAS

Carry out work in accordance with current legislation, codes of practice and best practice guidance

Work safely observing the Trust and departments Health and Safety Policies and procedures.

Work efficiently using technology to work within Service Level agreements and Key performance Indicators.

Carry out tasks and communicate failures and non-conformities to line manager.

To act in a professional manner when undertaking tasks and duties in contact with Patients, Visitors, contractors and staff.

Contribute to the development of the CAFM systems ensuring relevant records are kept up to date and readily available.

Financial management – assist in the management of the estates revenue and capital budgets in line with delegated authorisation limits and in accordance with the Trust policies and procedures.

SERVICE DELIVERY & DEVELOPMENT

To undertake relevant research with other NHS organisations including Foundation Trusts to assist with learning and service development of the department to meet the needs of the Trust.

To develop and implement benefit realisation plans to ensure the successful delivery of benefits from the deployment of revenue and capital investment.

To continually review performance against KPI’s, proactively addressing areas of concern.

Actively participate in the control and transfer of information systems including completion of all paperwork required. (Including completion of all job dockets and timesheets). To participate in regular team briefings.

Understand and adhere to Trust policies and procedures pertinent to the role.

Participate in the Trust Appraisal system and Personal Development planning

GOVERNANCE

Responsible for ensuring that consistently high standards of customer service are delivered by effective monitoring of internal and external service lines.

Regular contact with nursing staff at ward level.

PATIENT/CUSTOMER SERVICE

Responsible for ensuring that consistently high standards of customer service are delivered by effective monitoring of internal and external service lines.

Regular contact with nursing staff at ward level.

GENERAL

You will be required to participate in the Estate Managers on call rota, with attendance on site during un-social hours to meet the needs of the Trust.

To be prepared to work in hazardous areas taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment.

Day to day management of the Maintenance team and contractors whilst on site.

Use of computer equipment including specific software packages for Planned Maintenance and BMS management.

Plan and prioritise maintenance activities including liaison with end users, contractors and specialist agencies managing conflicting demands.

Undertake surveys, audits and Estate condition surveys as required.

Exchange maintenance and project related technical information with Estates departments.

You will be required to maintain compliance with all statutory and mandatory training requirements.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

The post holder will maintain good communications and working relationships with;

Members of Trust staff at all levels including nursing staff,
Estates Supervisors.
Estates Managers.
All Estates and Facilities staff across all disciplines.
External Agencies/ Specialist sub-contractors.
Emergency services.
Authorising Engineers.


This advert closes on Sunday 13 Oct 2024

Job Title: Senior Quality Engineer
Location: Whetstone, Leicestershire + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF59835

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Senior Quality Engineer at our Whetstone site.

The Role
As a Senior Quality Engineer, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You will provide discipline advice, guidance and support to the business on all matters related to the quality, ensuring outputs meet customer and regulatory requirements in a timely manner.

Day-to-day, you'll be a customer quality focal point in the implementation of our ambitious growth plans as part of the Quality team and you will use your proven experience to promote quality throughout the project lifecycle and supply chain.

• Identify, plan and implement a program of activities, via a contract Quality Plan, to provide assurance to the project throughout the project lifecycle defined by the contract.
• Work with the cross-functional delivery team personnel, helping to achieve delivery milestones and ensuring a fit for purpose / quality product to the customer.
• Risk manage project activities, ensuring mitigation in the critical aspects of production and in the final product.
• Evaluate customer requirements against our product quality capabilities, and help translate into a suitable design / contract, and appropriate inspection and test plan.
• Carry out quality audits during the project lifecycle, ensuring process procedures followed and the product is being realised in the appropriate manner.

This role is full time, 37 hours per week and provides hybrid working arrangements with 2 days in the onsite and 3 days working from home.

Essential Experience of the Senior Quality Engineer

• Have a quality background in a related industry and be familiar with the qualities levels and disciplines required.
• Experience of implementing quality improvements and encouraging culture change within an organisation.
• Computer literate with good keyboard skills and understanding of Microsoft Office applications
• Will have an excellent working knowledge of quality tools and problem-solving techniques, and be able to provide guidance to others in the use of them (e.g. Pareto, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, 5 why's, 8D).

Qualifications for the Senior Quality Engineer

• Degree (or equivalent) in quality, Science, or Engineering
• Work based apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
• Membership of a recognised quality institute (CQI would be desirable).
• ISO 9001 auditor.

Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What We Offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Flexible working - we give people more options to better integrate their work and personal life, whilst ensuring that business needs are met
• Potential to develop skills
• Opportunity to work on some of the most exciting engineering projects this country has to offer

Babcock International
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing Date: 16/10/2024

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Are you mechanically minded or consider yourself to have a strong technical aptitude and looking for a career with endless possibilities? Whether you're just starting out or fully qualified, we could have the perfect opportunity for you at our clients Manufacturing Centre of Excellence! We have various positions on offer and would welcome applications from an array of environments, including but not limited to; FMCG, HGV and diverse heavy industries.

Manpower Print & Packaging Division are currently retained on behalf of one of our prestigious partners, a global, industry leading brand within their field. With 200+ years heritage, a presence in 18 countries, no less than 45 plants globally (with additional sites in development) and recognised as an innovator within industry. With a passion and global ethos focused on sustainability, they are considered within their industry as an 'Employer of Choice'.

Overview

Our client is looking to strengthen their existing operational crews with multiple Front End and Back End Line Maintainers based on a continental shift pattern (4 on, 4 off, 12-hour days and nights) and 14 days off, every 5th week! + 18.75 days additional (Shift Swaps encouraged for flexibility AND chance to work back BH's)

The successful candidates will be working on continuous inter-conveying vertical and horizontal lines inclusive of power press equipment. You will be required to both run and maintain your end/process area, delivering planned preventive maintenance, machine overhauls and recovery support, and complete regulatory compliance checks across all equipment as and when required in line with SOP's.

IDEALLY:

• You will ideally have completed either a Mechanical/Maintenance Engineering apprenticeship or have achieved an Engineering ONC/HNC level qualification or equivalent - FMCG Heavy Industry Candidates OR alternate Apprenticeship/Time-served experience (NVQ/HGV etc) (Skilled RATE)
• Prior experience of working with power presses will be advantageous, along with experience in machining using a lathe, milling machine and surface grinder; welding experience (Tig/Mig); fitting skills including scraping; knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics, and an ability to read schematic drawings. (Skilled RATE)
• You must have the ability to work well in a team but also be able to manage your own workload ensuring tasks are completed within the specified timescales. - a TEAM PLAYER is a MUST!

With a passion for investing in their PEOPLE and potential future leaders, not only within the team but in the site as it continues to invest and grow through innovation, new product development and investment in state of the art machinery/kit and processes, we are also seeking AMBITIOUS, DRIVEN individuals who are looking to embark on a career journey, so if you possess a mechanical/technical mind, particular like to understand what makes something 'tick', a 'problem solver' with a solutions mindset and keen to learn, there's an opportunity on offer for YOU!

Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary: £44,000 - £53,800 per annum (dependant on experience and qualifications, skills-matrix based, PLEASE NOTE this means you will not automatically achieve the maximum renumeration, this can be discussed upon application). - Opportunities to add skills (cross-team) for additional pay increments!
• 9% Company Pension contribution.
• Cash Health Plan. (See a GP Service) £250 a year for eye care and dentist!
• Access to high street vouchers, cost-savings, attraction discounts etc!
• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays (for employees working shifts this is mainly contained in the shift pattern).
• On-site parking.
• Site annual bonus scheme- - Quarterly Paid!
• Subsidised restaurant - The food really is delicious!

Apply today and a member of the team will review your application and look to schedule in call at a time suitable to you!

Recommendations: If you feel this isn't quite suited to you but have someone in mind and your refer them to us or share your recommendation and we are able to successful represent them into any role within our any of our partners, we offer up to £250!

successful represent them into any role within our any of our partners, we offer up to £250!

Venture Construction are looking for Mechanical fitter to start on our project in Leicester.

This project is looking to start ASAP

General Mechanical fitter duties.

9 Hours paid, CIS Weekly payments & rates are negotiable.

Please apply via email