Total 148 Maintenance / Repair job vacancies in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 9PY

Ele-bias Maintenance Engineer

Cambridgeshire

Commutable from Buckden, Warboys, Cambridge, St Neots, Peterborough, Thrapston, Chatteris
£35,000-£40,000

Mon-fri (5 days)

Benefits:-

• 26 days holiday
• bank holidays off
• Discounts platform
• Canteen and free drinks
• Life Insurance

Our client specialises in packaging. Due to a period of growth, they are looking for a multiskilled engineer with an electrical bias.

Role & Responsibilities:

• PPMs, Reactive Maintenance and Repiars to on-site Machinery
• Installation and Commissioning of new Machinery and Removal of old Machinery
• Supporting the electrical and mechanical team
• Electrical and Mechanical repairs

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Be a multiskilled maintenance engineer
• Experience in an Industrial Environment
• A relevant Mechcanical/Electrical Qualification
• K18th Edition Wiring regulations

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Your new company
You will be working university in a vibrant, modern University which is gaining prominence both nationally and internationally with ambitious plans for their future. The main campuses are based in the cities of Cambridge, Chelmsford and Peterborough and have been transformed with major capital investments. With an excellent working environment and phenomenal benefits, this is an amazing opportunity.
Your new role
It is an essential part of the facilities and maintenance team as it is imperative that the compliance checks around the campus are kept in order and up to date to ensure complete safety. These checks would include PAT testing, Legionella testing, Emergency light testing, fire alarm testing, fire extinguishers etc.
What you'll need to succeed
You will need to have a good team player attitude whilst having experience in doing some of the above checks, or a desire to become knowledgeable around the above checks. You will need to be IT literate for this position.
What you'll get in return

• A competitive £25,000 salary
• 30 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (plus campus wide closure for certain times of the years).
• Excellent pension scheme - chance to join LGPS.
• Ongoing training and development.

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job 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: Grounds and Building Maintenance Manager
Location: Milton, Cambridge
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Can be flexible
Salary: Highly experienced
Job Purpose: To manage the maintenance of the grounds and the main building in Cambridge, Ensuring efficient and effective service delivery for the clients of the building.

Responsibilities:

1. Building Maintenance:
   • Perform painting and decorating of offices and communal areas.
   • Conduct small electrical works, including changing light bulbs, installing sockets, and setting up Wi-Fi points.
   • Conduct site inspections to identify maintenance needs.
   • Execute minor on-site maintenance and repairs.
   • Schedule and supervise contractors for major repairs, ensuring satisfactory completion of their work.
   • Assist with office re locations.
   • Operate maintenance technology, including air conditioning, fire alarm systems, and security alarm systems.
   • Record weekly water and gas usage.
2. Grounds Maintenance:
   • Maintain the grounds to a professional standard, which includes lawn care, pruning, trimming, tree maintenance, car park upkeep, block paving maintenance, drainage clearance, and external lighting maintenance.
   • Promote environmental practices such as composting and recycling on-site.
   • Encourage ecological opportunities through initiatives like small animal housing and minimizing the use of harmful chemicals.
   • Contact suppliers for major tasks (e.g., large tree removal) and acquire landscaping supplies after obtaining budgetary approval from a Director.
   • Maintain an inventory of machinery and supplies used in grounds maintenance.
3. Health and Safety:
   • Conduct risk assessments.
   • Supervise contractors on-site to ensure adherence to safe working practices.
   • Ensure client compliance with the company's safety requirements.
4. Additional Duties:
   • Be available for emergency call-outs.
   • Act as a key-holder.
   • Undertake additional duties as necessary to meet the needs of the company.

Corporate Responsibilities:

• Health and Safety: Provide risk assessments and ensure compliance with health, safety, and welfare policies for self, colleagues, clients, and the community. Report any accidents or unsafe conditions to a director in line with company policy.
• Equality and Diversity: Conduct all aspects of employment with regard for equality opportunities and diversity policies. Commit to treating all individuals with dignity and respect.
• Behaviour: Work in alignment with the company's expected conduct. Maintain compliance with statutory responsibilities and applicable legislation.
• Team Working and Support: Collaborate effectively as a team member to support other staff, service users, or contractors in achieving company objectives. Maintain communication with clients and contractors as necessary to share relevant information. Identify personal learning and development needs in consultation with your director.

Responsible for Grounds Maintenance at a prison, you will enjoy a wide range of responsibilities. We will look to you to help maintain and improve grounds and amenity areas - from gardens and lawns, to ponds, water features and woodland

But your impact in this unique environment will go beyond landscaping, mowing and maintenance. You will carry out projects including soft and hard landscape redevelopment. You will also maintain soil husbandry and growing crops, ensuring optimum development.

Perhaps your most important contribution to development here will be your work supervising prisoners. Leading a team, you will oversee their work with an eye for quality control. This is not always easy, but the difference you can help to make in terms of self-esteem and employability is hugely rewarding.
What is more, with the chance to enter our annual competition for best kept prison garden, judged by the Royal Horticultural Society, you might find a lot more to be proud of. Whether or not your work wins RHS acclaim, we can certainty offer nationwide opportunities to develop a great career.
Ideally, you will bring to the role a relevant vocational qualification or equivalent suitable experience. Naturally, demonstrable skills and experience in grounds maintenance are essential.

Committed to quality in everything you do, you are comfortable working at a fast pace. Strong communication skills are important too - from leading, to persuading and influencing. We expect you to be committed to achieving a safe and secure environment. Please note you may be required to work some evenings and weekends.

Overview of the job
This is a delivery role within an establishment requiring an appropriate trade.

Summary
The job holder will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the grounds and amenity areas within the estate.
This is a non-operational job with no line management or supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities, Activities and Duties

The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:
• Carry out soft landscaping - turf laying and hard landscaping - laying patio stones
• Maintain establishment's grounds and amenity areas including maintenance of lawns, ponds, water features and external grounds to the establishment including woodland
• Work inside/outside establishment grounds: cutting, mowing and maintaining areas in accordance with accepted practice
• Maintain sports fields, as per agreed plan, with both the Land based Activities Manager and PE Department
• Carry out pest control preventative measures across area of responsibility
• Undertake small project work as advised/requested: including soft and hard landscape development and erection of horticultural support structures where the situation warrants
• Maintain correct soil husbandry, ensuring all stages of crop development are followed in accordance with good horticultural practice
• Maintain the growing plant/crop to ensure optimum development and/or cropping, ensuring that the plants needs are fully met
• Provide safe access and exits to the estate
• Supervise prisoners parties and undertake quality control over their work, as agreed within the Service Delivery Agreement (SDA)

Undertake other trades tasks to:
• Ensure allocated planned maintenance and small repairs are carried out, undertaking service requests raised by computer aided facilities management system
• Undertake survey inspections in confined spaces and at height, recording all work and completing associated registers/logs
• Carry out project work as required
• Advise on sufficient levels of stock and request procurement of goods and services, and ensure all materials used are logged and are fit for purpose.
• Escort technical contractors as required, working with and supervising them in accordance with Local Security Strategy (LSS)
• Maintain regular communications via radio net in accordance with the LSS.
• Undertake the role of banksman, directing the operation of plant equipment and/or machinery
• Be responsible for all tools and plant machinery, carrying out checks at regular intervals and completing all relevant documentation in accordance with the LSS and National Security Framework (NSF)
• Comply with all Health and Safety policies, procedures and legislation to ensure statutory and mandatory compliance.
• Drive estates vehicles and operate plant equipment
• Carry out locking duties as required
• Operate within command mode in line with local contingency plans
• Undertake incidental and emergency or urgent tasks and assignments as per Service Delivery Agreement timescales, in a safe manner
• Assemble products on site as required
• Contribute to prisoner reports, including parole and sentence planning.

The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Significant adjustments may require re-examination under the Job Evaluation Scheme and shall be discussed in the first instance with the job holder.

An ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English or (where specified in Wales) Welsh.

Grounds/Garden Maintenance Operatives-Warboys - PE28 Area - X2 Roles Available

Grounds Maintenance / Garden Maintenance operatives are required by one of the largest Horticulture and Grounds Maintenance specialists

Duties will include Grass / Lawn Cutting, Edging, Strimming, Hedge cutting, Litter Picking and Weed control, using mowers and powered tools.

You will need to report daily to the main depot based in the PE28 area

Experience is essential

Permanent roles are available after a successful probation period of 13-15 weeks

A drivers licence is essential


Immediate starts available

£13.45 per hour

Please call 01214508950 or send a CV to apply

Vehicle Technician

Salary: Very Competitive

Location: Peterborough (PE5)

Full-Time position + Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join a leading independent vehicle dealership with a strong reputation. In this role, you will be responsible for comprehensive vehicle maintenance and repair.

What we are looking for:

- Previously worked as a Vehicle Technician or in a similar role.

- Understanding of vehicle products, paints, and equipment.

- Familiarity with modern vehicle electrics and diagnostic work.

- Full UK driving licence, capable of driving both manual and automatic vehicles.

- A passion for all things Land Rover and the outdoors would be beneficial.

- Must be at least 21 years old.

Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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We are looking to recruit a Federated IT Technician as IT technical support for primary and special schools across the authority. Technical support is provided both remotely and through onsite visits. The post, one of six in the Authority, offers and opportunity to gain experience in an education environment and to enhance your current skills and knowledge.You will be education to HNC / Level 4 in an appropriate discipline with relevant experience or be able to demonstrate substantial relevant experience including provision of technical support. Experience of working in a technical environment is required involving use of, and ideally provision of support for servers, storage, user devices plus system and application software, as well as electronic communications.The Federated IT Technician will work on a range of tasks both individually and in partnership with the Authority's IT Traded Service and external service providers. It is essential that the Federated IT Technician builds a trusted and valued relationship with school staff and service providers.Candidates must have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle. Travelling expenses will be paid in accordance with Local Authority Policy.Flintshire County Council together with Castell Alun High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and receipts of references, including your suitability work with children.

Electrical Panel Assembly Technician - Electrical Fitter

Permanent position - Immediate start available

• Salary to £32,448 (£16.00 per hour) - Depending on Experience
• Overtime available at 1.5 times the hourly rate (up to £24.00 per hour)
• Good hours available - Mid-day finish on a Friday.
• Company located in the Cambourne - St. Neots area
• Own transport required due to location.
• Free on-site car parking.

We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Electrical Panel Assembly Technician - Electrical Fitter to join this thriving, established manufacturer of special purpose machinery located in the Cambourne area on the border of Cambridge and Bedfordshire.

Key Responsibilities:

• Constructing control panels according to technical drawings, including cutting and fitting wire ducting and DIN rail.
• Wiring control panels based on electrical schematic drawings.
• Testing control panels in compliance with relevant documentation.
• Performing fault finding on control panels.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

• Practical electrical wiring experience in an industrial environment; mechanical experience is advantageous.
• Ability to manage a dynamic workload with a flexible approach while maintaining excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and understanding written and numerical data related to electrical systems.
• Strong individual work ethic and effective team collaboration skills.

Working Hours:

39 per week, Mid-day finish on a Friday

• Monday: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
• Tuesday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
• Wednesday & Thursday: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
• Friday: 7:30 am - 12:00 noon

Salary:

Up to £32,448 pa, DOE.

- Overtime available at 1.5 times the hourly rate (Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings).

(Rate: to £16.00 p/hr, Overtime to £24.00 per hour)

Benefits:

• Subsidised drinks and snacks from vending machines
• Annual bonus based on company performance
• 20 days holidays, increasing to 26 days with service plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Sick pay scheme
• Pension scheme
• Provided workwear
• Staff meals and events
• Free on-site car parking.

HRGO Recruitment offers permanent and temporary jobs across the UK. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. We aim to respond to all applications. HRGO is an equal opportunities employer.

About SercoAt Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.
By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks – SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging.
ApplyPlease click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly Disability Confident Leader employers and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.
At Serco we support fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some may be exempt due to the nature of the role and the security clearance required). Please contact our recruitment team directly on 0345 010 4000 to discuss.

Vehicle Technician RAF MolesworthPermanent, Full time, 39 hours per week
Competitive salary plus benefits

Serco have a great opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to join the team at RAF Molesworth.

As the Vehicle Technician, you will be responsible for the service and repair of Government Owned Vehicles (GOV). Reporting directly to the Vehicle Management Supervisor, you will be part of a team who provide accident and breakdown cover on a 24/7 basis.

Also in this role, you will be part of the emergency call out roster which is approximately 1 week in 3.

Main responsibilities of the role include:


- Repair and maintain a fleet of 131 Vehicles
- 90% of the vehicles are U.S Spec and Left-hand drive.
- Range of Vehicles:

- HGV 6x4 Tractor
- HGV Trailers
- U.S Spec Fire Trucks
- U.S Spec Police Cars
- U.S Spec 8 Pax Vans
- Various U.S & U.K Spec cars
- Various forklifts


- Repair and maintain a varied range of equipment (including tail lifts, generators etc).
- Ensure that all repairs are carried out in accordance with Air Force Instructions and the Ministry of Transport Regulations.
- Ensuring vehicles are maintained in accordance with the Driver Vehicle and Standards Agency.
- Perform maintenance inspections and repairs on all vehicles presented
- Identify vehicle faults and repair as necessary
- Ensure all brake tests are completed as required
- Maintain a working knowledge of current industry best practices.
- Conduct vehicle test drives after repairs have been completed to verify the vehicle is roadworthy
- Ensure all workshop equipment is serviceable, tested and correctly maintained
- Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
- Ensure the workshop is kept clean and well organised to ensure workplace safety
- Ensuing all spares and equipment are fully accounted for
- Use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles
- Highlight to supervisor all vehicle defects, including damage where the driver has contributed to the failure of the component or damage to the vehicle
- Demonstrate process of preventative maintenance and visual inspections to the driver and management community
- Follow company safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, working at height, etc.
- Work outside of normal working hours when operationally required.
- Refuel, wash and vacuum vehicle(s) when required.
- Perform driving duties when required by the VM Supervisor or Site Manager.
- Drive vehicles safely and show due consideration to other road users.
- Ensure driving skills maximise fuel efficiency and minimise risk to self, vehicle,and other road users.
- Any other contractual duties as required by the VM Supervisor or Site Manager.


What you’ll need to do the role:


- Must have a full clean UK Driving License
- NVQ Level 3 Maintenance Qualification or Equivalent
- Diagnostic experience
- Tyre changing and balancing
- Inspect and repair to MOT standards
- Drivers Certificate or Professional Competence [CPC]

Desirable:


- Mobile Air Conditioning Qualification
- HGV licence
- Experience in roadside recovery + trailer (+E)
- Forklift license
- Environmental & Hazardous Waste in workshop
- Must be able to obtain and maintain appropriate Security Clearance

What we offer:


- Competitive salaries with annual reviews
- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Simply Health Plans, free flu vaccines and more.
- A Serco benefits portal offering a wide range of discounts for major high street brands in Retail, Leisure & Hospitality
- A fantastic culture and supportive team where you’ll get the chance to make a positive difference in a company passionate about diversity and inclusion.
- Interesting and enjoyable work.
- Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities to expand your capabilities.






- Competitive salaries with annual reviews
- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Simply Health Plans, free flu vaccines and more.
- A Serco benefits portal offering a wide range of discounts for major high street brands in Retail, Leisure & Hospitality
- A fantastic culture and supportive team where you’ll get the chance to make a positive difference in a company passionate about diversity and inclusion.
- Interesting and enjoyable work.
- Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities to expand your capabilities.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Contract: Permanent
Salary: £24,750 to £30,000
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week Mon
- Fri Full UK Driving Licence required


Here at Serco, we work with Asylum Accommodation and Support Services to assist individuals through the asylum system, which includes providing them with temporary accommodation. Areas of work will consist of Northampton, Corby, Kettering and surrounding areas.

As the Maintenance Operative your role is key in ensuring all requested repairs, be that reactive or proactive and pre planned (via manager), are carried out to the required standard and within our SLA deadlines.


This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with previous maintenance experience within a field relating to joinery, fitting, plumbing, painting & decorating etc. You will be a highly motivated individual who can manage your own workflow as well as working within a team when necessary.

As a Maintenance Operative you will be responsible for the Health & Safety of yourself and that of all users of the property during, and after works have been undertaken and completed.

As part of your role, you will be required to purchase and manage materials using a company account card from approved Serco suppliers only. Vehicles provided by the company will be inspected regularly by employees and kept in a professional and clean condition.


Flexible Working pattern


- Mon to Fri 7.5 hours per day between 08:00 and 18:00 to meet the operational needs of the business.


On –Call Requirements & Out of Hours Working

- There will be a requirement to undertake out of hours including weekends on call duties, working on a rota basis to ensure 24/7 emergency cover is provided as per our contractual responsibilities. This will be rotational every three weeks.


What we offer

- Competitive salary (rising upon evidence of trade skills)
- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
- Vehicle, Fuel Card and tools are all provided.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Career opportunities across their entire AASC contract
- Employee discounts for major retailers and leisure activities


Why Serco?

Serco offers all employees the opportunity and support to drive their own ambitions and develop the skills required to achieve their career goals.
We provide a safe and professional environment where all employees are valued members of the team whilst also respecting your work/life balance.
This ultimately contributes to the delivery of vital public services in the UK.


What you need to do the job

You will need a willingness and ability to travel within the region and occasionally within the UK (a valid UK driver’s licence is essential). All offers of employment are subject to security clearance checks and approval by the Home Office).

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About SercoAt Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.
By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks – SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging.
ApplyPlease click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly Disability Confident Leader employers and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.
At Serco we support fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some may be exempt due to the nature of the role and the security clearance required). Please contact our recruitment team directly on 0345 010 4000 to discuss.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Salary Point 16, £23,409 plus Market Rate Allowance of £2,000 per annum
Hours 37 hours per week, all year round
Contract Permanent
Location Peterborough College
Closing date 30 June 2024
We are seeking to recruit a Technician Trainer to join our Engineering team at Peterborough College. Working closely with the team, the successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day running of workshops ensuring that there are tools and materials readily available for all learners.
This is a hands-on role, supervising and coaching students whilst assisting the tutors. If you have a real flair for passing your knowledge onto others, a strong sense of responsibility and the ability to act as a role model, this could be just the job for you.
The ideal candidate will have experience within the engineering industry, a proven track record of organising and maintaining store rooms to an appropriate standard and experience of using relevant equipment and materials.
The ideal candidate will require a Level 2 qualification in the relevant subject area, a minimum of Level 2 in literacy and Numeracy (GCSE English Language and Maths grade C/4 or above), a Level 3 award in Education + Training/PTLLS or equivalent (or willing to work towards this), a Health and Safety or technical training qualification (or willing to other Level 2 equivalent qualifications.
It is expected that you will have excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, which will allow you to have the confidence to work and support young people of mixed abilities and be able to work flexibly, prioritising tasks in accordance with importance.
IEG benefits
IEG offers many good employment benefits including 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, as well as Christmas close down, access to the Local Government Pension scheme, and many on-site benefits and facilities, including a gym, free on-site parking and on-site nursery (Peterborough only). We also offer many training and development opportunities.
How to apply
IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.
IEG is actively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Chemical Laboratory Technician

Location: Duxford - South of Cambridge

Starting salary would be £21.06 p/h equivalent to £36,391 p/a with an appealing shift pattern and long-term career potential!

Our market-leading client based south of Cambridge is looking to expand their current operational team. As a global manufacturer of advanced materials, they are seeking additional support in their chemical laboratory whereby the successful candidates will be involved in a variety of quality control and testing processes to ensure the high standards of their manufacturing process meets the required standards. This department is therefore a critical component of the continual research and development process.

These roles are shift based, a shift being 12 hours with paid breaks, averaging 12 shifts a month with rest periods of up to 6 days between (Average 6/7-night shifts per month). Over time is also regularly available and paid at 1.5x or 2.0x the rate depending on the shift.

This is a six-month temporary to permanent assignment. After six months permanent employees enjoy even more great benefits such a generous pension scheme, annual bonus scheme, private medical and protection plans and the ongoing opportunity to develop a long-term career within the company.

Duties:

• Preparation and Evaluation: Conduct laboratory duties that involve preparing and evaluating composite materials.
• Formulation and Mixing: Formulate and mix resins and other chemicals to produce films and other composite products.
• Testing and Analysis: Perform tests to assess the properties and performance of materials, ensuring they meet quality standards.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of experiments, results, and procedures in compliance with safety and quality protocols.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other technicians and engineers to support product development and improvement initiatives.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and ensure a safe working environment.

Qualifications & Skills

Educational Background: A degree or diploma in chemistry, materials science, or a related field is typically required.

Technical Skills: Familiarity with laboratory equipment and techniques related to chemical analysis and composite materials.

Attention to Detail: Strong analytical skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy in experiments and data recording.

Team Player: Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, contributing to collaborative projects.

Problem-Solving Skills: Capable of troubleshooting and resolving technical issues that may arise during experiments.

Driving License and own transport are required for the role due to remote location of the depot!

If you're interested in our Chem/Mech Lab Roles Click apply today or call us on 01223 323 133 to apply!

Mechanical Laboratory Technician

Location: Duxford - South of Cambridge

Starting salary would be between £16.10 to £ 17.40 p/h equivalent £27,820 to £30,067p/a with an appealing shift pattern and long-term career potential!

Our market-leading client based south of Cambridge is looking to expand their current operational team.
As a global manufacturer of advanced materials, they are seeking additional support in their mechanical laboratory whereby the successful candidates will be involved in a variety of quality control and testing processes to ensure the high standards of their manufacturing process meets the required standards. This department is therefore a critical component of the continual research and development process.

These roles would suit somebody who has a desire to work within a laboratory / quality testing environment, is interested in the research, development, and continual improvement process.

These roles are shift based, a shift being 12 hours with paid breaks, averaging 12 shifts a month with rest periods of up to 6 days between (Average 6/7-night shifts per month). Over time is also regularly available and paid at 1.5x or 2.0x the rate depending on the shift.

This is a six-month temporary to permanent assignment. After six months permanent employees enjoy even more great benefits such a generous pension scheme, annual bonus scheme, private medical and protection plans and the ongoing opportunity to develop a long-term career within the company.

Main duties

• Be responsible for quality assessment of a variety of materials output from the manufacturing process
• To efficiently and effectively carryout the allocated testing processes
• Maintain clear and accurate observations and results

Key Skills

• Reliable
• Good communication skills
• Basic IT knowledge
• Able to understand and complete written instructions with accuracy
• Able to observe, articulate and record observations in a variety of settings and applications

Driving License and own transport are required for the role due to remote location of the depot!

If you're interested in our Mech Lab Role click apply today or call us on 01223 323 133 to apply!

Vehicle Technician Vacancy - Cambridge
Salary: Up to £44,500 + bonus, overtime and company benefits
Working hours: Monday to Friday, Saturday mornings on a rota.

OC18419

My client is recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Technician for our clients site in the Cambridge area. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to work for a large company.

Fantastic benefits package for Vehicle Technicians that includes:

• Competitive starting salary
• Company pension scheme

Vehicle Technician Role:

• Vehicle servicing & general maintenance
• Vehicle Diagnostics
• Brakes, suspension, clutches

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a busy workshop
• Possess Strong mechanical Skills
• Have a steady work history

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality

VTMDL

Consultant: Jason Evans

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.

Corpus Christi is recruiting a General Maintenance/Handyperson to join their in-house maintenance team. The vacancy provides an opportunity to join a small, friendly team where no two days are the same, working in an assist role to all trades in College.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits and conditions of employment, including a pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, car parking and use of College facilities.