Total 102 Engineering job vacancies in Leicester

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 or similar
• 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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Vacancy: Mobile Field Service Engineer (Forklifts)
Location:Leicester
Hours: 40 hours mon to fri
Salary: Up To £37K + Overtime (Driving)

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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Job Title: Mobile Field Service Engineer
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.

Futuretech Info Vision Ltd provides innovative, out-of-the-box and high-end IT products and offers a wide range of solutions and services that meet technical depth, expertise and competence of its talent pool to deliver smart solutions to complex problems and services to critical business processes.

As a Software Test Engineer your role will be testing web based applications, RESTful APIs and mobile applications using manual testing methodologies for quality assurance purposes. You will contribute to leading edge applications and play a large part in the delivery of software in a fast paced agile environment..

Education & Qualification required:

Bachelor’s Degree

Responsibilities :

Candidates Must have the following knowledge and technical efficiency

· Developing Testing Procedures: Software Test Engineers create testing procedures to assess the performance of software applications.

They design and build software testing programs that can automate testing processes.

· Executing Software Testing: These engineers run the testing procedures to evaluate the software’s functionality. They meticulously document all testing steps and procedures.

· Reporting and Recommending Improvements: Software Test Engineers identify and report any bugs or issues they encounter during testing. They make recommendations to enhance the software product based on their findings.

· Collaboration and Communication: They work closely with other Test Engineers, Software Programmers, and team members. Attending meetings with development teams and clients is essential to ensure effective communication.

· Retesting and Verification: After bugs are fixed, Software Test Engineers retest the software to verify that it functions correctly.

· Technical Requirements: Developing software verification and test plans.

Identifying anomalies, evaluating their impact, and communicating them.
Managing verification (review, integration, and testing) processes.
Creating test specifications based on requirements, design, architecture, and interface specifications.
Executing tests in laboratory environments and identifying issues at the subsystem level.
Setting up, updating, and maintaining test labs for various software configurations.

Create logs to document testing phases and defects
Report bugs and errors to development teams
Help troubleshoot issues
Conduct post-release/post-implementation testing
Work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the software development life cycle
Build and maintain test scripts using an automation test tool including TDD/BDD techniques
Create test automation frameworks
Select and develop appropriate test automation tools, applying the latest techniques in test automation
Use risk driven techniques
Work with the Development team to capture and re use automated unit test cases, stubs, drivers and other development test objects
Work with the development team to create and maintain an automated nightly test pack
Essential skill sets required:

Manual testing experience

Automation testing
Agile/Scrum
Strong organisational skills
Experience of SIT, UAT and Regression testing
Knowledge of TOAD and SQL
Strong background of using Excel
JIRA
JAVA
Design Test Automation Framework from Scratch
Automated testing tools for desktop applications
Automation test experience

Your new company
Ourclient is the UK's leading facilities management and professional servicescompany. They work across the UK offering solutions and services to a diverseportfolio of clients, including renowned institutions such as banks, hospitalsand schools with a strong commitment to quality and innovation.

Theyhave become a trusted partner for businesses and institutions of all sizes andlook after 2,500,000 assets for their customers. With a rich history datingback to 1987.
Culture is at theheart of our clients' business. They champion diversity, integrity and trust,and they partner with many of their clients to ensure they do the same.


Workingwith our client will open the doors to many options to develop your careerfurther and gain exposure in many business areas. If you are ready to join adynamic team at the forefront of facilities management, apply today.
Your new role
Working as a Multi Skilled Engineer you will provide a multi-skilled maintenance service which covers different disciplines.
Main duties of this position will include:

• Carrying out modifications and installation
• Maintaining, repairing and calibrating electrical, mechanical and instrumentation to optimise both reliability and maintainability.
• Provide a service that ensures all key performance indicators are met and liaise with contractors or external suppliers where required.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to succeed in this position you will be need:

• NVQ Level 3 qualification in Engineering Maintenance (Multi-discipline)

What you'll get in return

Our client values both your personal well-being andyour professional growth, meaning you have access to a wide array of benefitsincluding but not limited too:

• Virtual GP for You and Your Household: Access to a virtual general practitioner (GP) ensures convenient healthcare consultations from the comfort of your home. It's a great perk for maintaining your well-being and taking care of your family's health.
• Employee Share Schemes: By participating in employee share schemes, you become a shareholder in the company. This aligns your interests with the company's success, allowing you to benefit from any growth in its value.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Enjoy a greener commute with our cycle to work scheme. You'll receive a tax-free bike through your employer, promoting physical activity and reducing environmental impact.
• Company Equipment: Equipped with the tools you need, you'll be set up for success.
• Discounts at High Street Retailers and Gyms: Take advantage of exclusive discounts at various high street retailers and gyms.

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 about your career.

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Your new company
You will be joining an established structural and civil engineering practice based in Leicester. This multidisciplinary organisation offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development, as well as the opportunity to work on a range of high-profile projects. Due to continued success, they are looking to onboard a Civil Engineer to join their team in Leicester.

Your new role
As Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Performing technical and feasibility studies
• Carrying out environmental impact assessments and identifying potential risks to project delivery
• Utilising AutoCAD to develop detailed project blueprints
• Collaborating with architects, engineers and clients
• Determining construction costs, local and professional building regulations, environmental impacts and other factors that can affect project delivery.

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

• BEng Civil Engineering degree (or other relevant discipline)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD
• Good understanding of project site health and safety protocols
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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

• Starting salary dependent on experience
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (with your birthday off)
• 5% bonus (paid twice annually)
• Matched company pension contribution
• Professional membership subscription
• Sick pay
• Exposure to high-profile projects and more.

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 about your career.
Please note - work sponsorship is not offered by this practice.

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Engineering Opportunity
Thurmaston
up to £16.51

Permanent role
Various shifts available

Are you looking to get into Engineering? Have you just finished an engineering qualification and need hands on experience? Are you looking for a change in career?

If so, we may have the opportunity for you!

Summary

SPS Technologies are working in partnership as they look to increase their team. Due to retirement of long-standing employees and a large aerospace contract, they need additional machinists to join the team on a permanent basis.

The Company

The company are an aerospace engineering company that manufacture nuts, bolts, screws and fasteners to the likes of Rolls Royce and Airbus. They offer a great package with competitive pay and an extensive list of benefits.

Some of which include;

• 33 days holiday
• Employees Benefits Platform
• Updated Family Friendly policies; Maternity / Paternity / Menopause / Fertility

• Fidelity Personal Pension (matched at 5%)
• Life Assurance (x3)
• Eye Care Vouchers & Optional Health & Dental plans
• Employees Benefits Platform - Instant discounts
• Technology scheme
• Cycle to work / EAP
• Company Newsletter - competitions & quizzes, Engagement Activities, Sport & Social Clubs
• Employee of the Month and Instant Recognition
• Multi Faith Room
• Various Training Initiatives

The Job

• Operating various machines with the chance to become multiskilled.
• Using various measuring gauges - verniers, shadow graphs etc
• Reading and working from engineering drawings.
• Working to customer specifications
• General Housekeeping duties

The Candidate

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment OR Engineering qualification

• Mechanically minded

• Must be clearly conversant in English

• Physically fit as there is a lot of manual work

• Must be organised and able to work to a process and ensure stock is moved correctly in specific batches

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Silver status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.

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Electrical Design Engineer - Leicester

£35,000 - £50,000 pa DOE + Bonus

8.15 - 17.00 Mon - Thur, 8.15 - 13.00 Fri (there but may be some flexibility on this)

GiPro is delighted to be working exclusively with a well-established engineering company that specialises in the design and manufacturing of electrical equipment used within the industrial automation, transmission and distribution as well as rail transit markets. Due to the company's growth, we are now after an experienced Electrical Design Engineer.

Requirements:

• Collaborating with the design team to create innovative solutions
• Review design requirements and produce design calculations and production documentation
• Produce electrical wiring diagrams using AutoCAD
• Participate in research, development, and product testing
• Conduct technical investigations
• Deliver projects on schedule and within budget
• Provide technical support
• Identify and apply new industry-wide processes within the company

About you:

• Hands-on design experience and a solid grasp of electrical engineering principles, along with basic knowledge of mechanical design.
• Multiple years electrical design experience, preferably some with machinery design
• Qualified to degree level 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

On Offer:

• £35K - £50K per annum DOE
• 5% contributory pension
• Bonus scheme
• Life Insurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to work
• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
• Free Parking
• Free Tea & Coffee

If you are interested in this role please apply now and Martin Pavlov will process your application.

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Silver status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.

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About The Role




We are looking for an electrical design engineer who can provide expertise to support the engineering team with the design of electrical equipment for a range of industrial applications. This will include electrical best practice and implementation of industry standards. This is a pivotal role to the business as the design team continue to develop innovative solutions to meet customer specifications and develop products for new market applications.




The specific nature of the product make it essential that you have an excellent grasp of mechanical and electrical engineering principles. The successful candidate will be expected to have had several years hands-on design experience.




Principal responsibilities include:



Review design requirements & assist engineering team with technical aspects of designs including specification of materials.
Produce design calculations and corresponding paperwork to manufacture designs (resistor element and design overview sheets).
Produce and Approve drawings, Bills of Materials and other design information issued for equipment manufacture.
Conduct technical investigations, develop and maintain appropriate design and support processes, carrying out root cause analysis and initiating corrective action as necessary.
Provide technical support to Production, Sales, Service and Customer Support.
Deliver projects on schedule and on budget, demonstrating the ability to handle the pressure of managing a complex range of projects, a high volume of work, within a fast pace of implementation.
Understand and apply relevant design, regulatory and industry standards.




About You



At least 5 years electrical design work preferably with medium and high voltage design experience.
Qualified to degree level 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.
Ability to integrate not only with the design team, other office staff and the manufacturing operatives is essential making clear communication and an approachable personality non-optional.




The Benefits



Competitive salary
Company bonus scheme
25 days holiday
Childcare Voucher scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Company pension
Free parking

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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Job Title: Mechanical Technician
Location: Whetstone, Leicester + Hybrid Working Arrangement
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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Claims Commercial Manager - Engineering

Locations: Bexhill, Leicester or London (Hybrid) with the expectation of coming into the office once a week - however, we're open to more flexible working options for the right individual.




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

• Co-owner of our steerage model, ensuring repair vs total loss decisions are based on the best indemnity and customer outcomes
  
• Contributing and executing an engineering strategy which delivers engineering services at the lowest appropriate and class-leading cost
  
• Using data to enable fast and effective decision making for the whole team to drive change, identifying and mitigating risks associated with all changes and recommendations
  
• Building key stakeholder relationships to allow the smooth implementation of change as quickly and effectively as possible
  
• Continuously striving to conduct as much engineering as possible internally, whilst managing the performance and costs of external engineering suppliers
  
• Leading a re-rating of our know your opponent intelligence - working with claims colleagues to ensure that any KYO strategy lands
  
  
  

Skills we would love you to have

• Knowledge & experience of the UK Motor repair market, including a good understanding of claims and risk management principles and practices
  
• A technical understanding in the principles of motor body repair methods and knowledge of motor insurance/subrogation
  
• Strong commercial acumen (especially around cost mitigation) and comfortable with innovation and disruption, whilst evolving current practices
  

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.


Reward


Salary - Attractive salary based on experience + car allowance (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 - as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI) This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen.


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.


Mental Wellbeing programme - At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that's why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own, in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs


There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more ….



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



We deliver good outcomes for our customers every time by providing great products at the right price with our simple and straightforward service. We treat customers like we want to be treated - fairly, respectfully and with their best interests at heart

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.

Your new company
You will be working for a well-established BuildingServices consultancy, who work in an expansive portfolio of sectors whichinclude; high-end residential, education, commercial and heritage. Within thesectors they work in, they provide services, which include; Mechanical,Electrical, Sustainable Design and BIM. This is a particularly exciting time tojoin the team as they have strong working relationships and business growth andare looking at expanding into bigger offices and opening new offices in differentlocations.
Your new role
Your main purpose ofthe role is the design of electrical engineering for building services.
In this role, you willbe:

• Managing multiple projects and prioritising workload meet all assigned deadlines
• Surveying and reporting on electrical systems in buildings
• Prepare technical specifications and drawings using industry-standard software
• Undertaking design calculations
• Design electrical installations to meet British Standards
• Developing design proposals at sketch, detailed design and production stages
• Preparing tender documentation and reports
• Demonstrate a passion for electrical design engineering and a willingness to learn
• Support senior members of staff in managing client and design team relationships

You will need toundertake other duties as may be required to achieve objectives.
What you'll need to succeed
You will need to have electrical design experience.
You will need:
Experience in Electrical

• HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent in Building Services or related subject
• Experience in design software e.g. AutoCAD, Revit, Amtech, Dialux, Relux
• Experience contributing to design team meetings
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• To be willing to travel

What you'll get in return

• Up to £50,000
• 22 Days Annual Leave plus Christmas period off (Annual leave also increasing with service up to 25 days
• Private healthcare

What you need to do now
Does this sound likesomething you would be interested in or would like to discuss? If so, pleaseclick 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
Alternatively, if thisis not for you but would like to explore other opportunities then please callme on 0121 236 6160.

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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.

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.