64 Engineering jobs in Desborough

Job Title: General Civil Engineering Operative

Location: Mountsorrel

Salary: 13 - 22 per hour dependant on experience

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About us:

Danaher & Walsh is a family-run company that prioritizes its employees' work-life balance, striving to get everyone home every night. The company has scored significantly above the national average for employee satisfaction.

About the role:

The company is looking for experienced Civil Engineering Operatives. The role involves highway works, deep and shallow drainage, and highway maintenance, including reinstatements.

About you:

• CSCS card holder with appropriate LV2 or LV3 NVQ
• CPCS card holder for plant-associated with tasks
• Traffic Management experience with a valid NRSWA certificate
• Confined Space trained
• Valid driving licence and able to drive
• Minimum 1 year, 3 years preferred on-site experience of civil engineering tasks
• A sound knowledge of company generic risk assessments, safe systems of work and effective usage of PPE
• Basic knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation with regard to health, safety and environmental management
• Competent in identifying and assessing contract risks
• D&W standards and guidance training

What we offer:

• Competitive wages (in line with experience)
• Generous holiday allowance (increasing in line with service)
• Health cash plan
• Pension
• Ongoing training
• Career development opportunities
• Discretionary Bonus

Additional Information:

This role is for local work, with the aim of getting everyone home every night. The company has multiple vacancies for individual operatives or ready-made gangs.

Candidates with experience of; Civil Engineering Operative, Highway Works Operative, Drainage Operative, Site Operative, Reinstatement Operative, Groundworker, also be considered for this role.

• Lead the planning, execution, and completion of civil engineering projects.
• Manage project teams, including engineers, technicians, and site staff.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Oversee the design process, review technical specifications, and approve project plans.
• Manage procurement activities, including tendering and contract administration.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Ensure quality control and assurance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare project reports, documentation, and performance evaluations.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or equivalent professional qualification.
• Significant experience in managing large-scale civil engineering projects.
• Proven track record in construction management and site supervision.
• Strong knowledge of relevant engineering software and design tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and software.
• Understanding of contract law and procurement processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.

Engineering Supervisor -  TRAINING AND UNRESTRICTED PROGRESSION. 

Salary:  £60,000 + Bonus

Monday to Friday DAYS 

Location: Northampton 

We are currently recruiting for a gigantic blue chip brand within the FMCG manufacturing sector, who are looking for an Engineering Supervisor at their brand new site! Our client is looking to take on an  Engineering Supervisor to provide support to the engineering manager on a brand new site. Our client has remained dominant in the FMCG market due to the sheer size and reputation of the business. From the moment you step on site you are sorrounded by the highest of engineering standards, as a lead maintenance engineer you will be working within an engineering team that have expert knowledge in regards to mechanical and electrical components. Our client offers job security to its maintenance engineers and training opportunity to develop skillset.  Our client has a fully automated site with world class machinery and is able to offer competitive pay strucutures with regular pay rises. 

Skills acquired to be an Engineering Supervisor:

• The successful Engineering Supervisor must be happy to be hands on
• The successful Engineering Supervisor must have management or supervisory experience
• The successful Engineering Supervisor must be from a manufacturing or automated background 
• The successful Engineering Supervisor must have a minimum NVQ Level 3
• The successful Engineering Supervisor must be able to carry out Modifications to PLCs (Siemens)

The Engineering Supervisor will benefit from:

• Competitive salary and regular pay reviews. 
• World class manufacturing status.
• Private healthcare.
• Blue-Chip Company.
• Specialist’s OEM training.

Benefits:  Private pension, Specialist OEM training, £60,000 + OT

Commutable:  Kettering, Thrapston, Wellingborough, Corby.

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.

For further details contact Adem Halil 

Job Title: Engineering Scheduler
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire (On-site)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM 5:00 PM
Salary: £26,000 per annum (subject to experience)
Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Engineering Scheduler to coordinate daily jobs for a busy team of mobile engineers. Based in Corby, this is a full-time, office-based role ideal for someone local with prior experience in a corporate, fast-paced scheduling environment.

Key Responsibilities of this Engineering Scheduler position: 

• Schedule and manage daily tasks for a team of 20 mobile engineers (e.g., plumbers, technicians)

• Use job scheduling software and internal systems to coordinate tools, stock, and logistics

• Liaise with clients via phone and email to confirm appointments and updates

• Ensure jobs are completed on time and to a high standard

• Maintain accurate records using Salesforce, BigChange, JobWatch, and internal stock systems

• Track job progress and resolve scheduling conflicts

• Support key account management, ensuring end-to-end follow-through of jobs

• Adapt quickly to changes and reallocate resources as needed

Requirements for this Engineering Scheduler position: 

• Previous experience in engineering/job scheduling or coordination in a corporate environment

• Confident communicator with excellent phone manner must enjoy engaging with customers

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer systems

• Familiarity with scheduling tools such as Salesforce, BigChange, or similar

• Strong problem-solving and time-management skills

• Ability to remain calm and organised in a fast-paced environment

• Local to Corby or within easy commuting distance

• A-levels or college diploma preferred; university degree advantageous but not essential.

INDMAN

Due to the high number of applications, we may not be able to respond to everyone individually. If you haven't heard back within 5 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time. For more exciting roles, visit our careers page.

We are recruiting for a great client of ours within the food production industry, committed to delivering high-quality products to their customers.

They are seeking a talented and passionate Engineering Supervisor to join their team.

Position Overview:

They are currently looking for a skilled and motivated Engineering Supervisor to oversee and lead their engineering team in their food production facility. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining and improving the production processes, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities:

* Lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing guidance and support to ensure a high level of performance.
* Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, promoting teamwork and continuous improvement.
* Oversee the maintenance and repair of production machinery and equipment to minimise downtime and ensure optimal functionality.
* Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs to extend the lifespan of equipment.
* Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within the production facility.
* Work closely with cross-functional teams to implement engineering solutions that enhance productivity.
* Ensure all engineering activities comply with industry regulations and safety standards.
* Collaborate with the safety team to implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures.
* Assist in the development and management of the engineering department budget.
* Monitor expenses and implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality or safety.

Qualifications:

* Relevant Engineering qualifications
* Proven experience in a supervisory role within a food production or manufacturing environment.
* Strong leadership and team management skills.
* In-depth knowledge of maintenance and repair processes for production equipment.
* Familiarity with industry regulations and safety standards.
* Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
* Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Benefits:

• Attractive company Pension scheme and life assurance scheme
• Company paid Health Care Cash Plan via Paycare plus access to Paycare Perks for high street and retailer discounts
• Charity fundraising and team events
• One additional day paid leave for charity/community work
• Training and development opportunities
• Excellent facilities, canteen etc

This role would be working on a rotating days and nights pattern

If you are a dedicated and experienced Engineering Team Leader seeking a challenging role within a thriving food production company, we encourage you to apply using the link

ENGINEERING MANAGER / GENERAL MANUFACTURING BUSINESS / LEICESTERAREA / 70,000 - 75,000 + 18% BONUS + 10% PENSION + BENEFITS

MY CLIENT

Is a leading manufacturing company with a manufacturing facility near Leicester. The factory is highly automated via PLC's and robotics and the business has a range of market leading products and ambitious growth plans with a desire to become more world class.

THE ROLE

You will manage a mixture of Shift based reactive maintenance technicians and days based support staff. The team is knowledgeable and positive in its approach but now needs guidance and development to become more world class. This is particularly true in raising the reliability of the equipment through focusing on increasing the effectiveness of preventative maintenance and better measurement of maintenance performance.The barometer of your success will be these types of indicators and the continued progress towards a reliable manufacturing plant.

THE PERSON

You will be an Engineering Manager from amanufacturing industry. You will have sufficient experience to manage different personalities contained within a maintenance team. Other key strengths will be an understanding of maintenance best practice covering the areas mentioned above and a strength of character that can inject energy and enthusiasm into maintenance teams. In addition, you must be vigilant and expect high standards and ensure your constant follow up starts changing the culture towards reliability.

THE SALARY

70,000 - 75,000 + 18% bonus + 10% pension cont

 Are you an experienced Engineering Manager with specific experience of managing the design, planning & manufacturing function of a British precision engineered components manufacturer?
If yes, this role based in Leicester offers a great package and a chance to be part of our senior management team as we continue to grow the business.
 
BASIC SALARY: up to £75,000
 
BENEFITS:  Annual Bonuses of up to £,000 + ,000 Car Allowance + senior management benefits package.
 
LOCATION: Factory based in Leicester you will be commutable or prepared to relocate.
 
COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Leicester, Nottingham, Coventry, Northampton, Birmingham, Derby, Peterborough
 
JOB DESCRIPTION: Engineering Manager / Technical / Production / Manufacturing
A classic Engineering Manager role with responsibility for 5 to 6 direct reports and circa 30 staff in total with responsibility for Design, Machining, Fabrication & Assembly, Production planning & Logistics.
Your role will be to improve efficiency with a particular focus on production planning & to co ordinate the different functions in the engineering team by providing strong leadership.
Reporting to the owners you will be given autonomy and will be expected to identify problems AND solutions to them and to your team as well as mentoring your line managers and working closely with the other members of the senior management team to drive continuing business growth and profitability.
 
PERSON SPECIFICATION:  Engineering Manager / Technical / Production / Manufacturing
· You MUST have a proven track record as an Engineering / Technical / Operations Manager and will have managed a similar sized team across the Design, Manufacturing & Production planning functions for a manufacturing company.
· You WILL ideally have direct experience with a precision engineering components manufacturer.
· Any specific knowledge of the packaging machinery industry would be advantageous.
· You will be happy to work autonomously and will be a strong leader.
· You will be a qualified mechanical or manufacturing engineer.
· Lastly you will have knowledge of both ERP & CAD / SolidWorks.
 
THE COMPANY:  Engineering Manager / Technical / Production / Manufacturing
A very well established & market leading British manufacturer of precision engineered components supplying packaging machinery OEM`s & food & general industry end users.
This is a really nice place to work with very low staff turnover.
 
INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.
 
Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct.
 
REF: MPH18233
 
 
 

ENGINEERING MANAGER / GENERAL MANUFACTURING BUSINESS / LEICESTERAREA / 70,000 - 75,000 + 18% BONUS + 10% PENSION + BENEFITS

MY CLIENT

Is a leading manufacturing company with a manufacturing facility near Leicester. The factory is highly automated via PLC's and robotics and the business has a range of market leading products and ambitious growth plans with a desire to become more world class.

THE ROLE

You will manage a mixture of Shift based reactive maintenance technicians and days based support staff. The team is knowledgeable and positive in its approach but now needs guidance and development to become more world class. This is particularly true in raising the reliability of the equipment through focusing on increasing the effectiveness of preventative maintenance and better measurement of maintenance performance.The barometer of your success will be these types of indicators and the continued progress towards a reliable manufacturing plant.

THE PERSON

You will be an Engineering Manager from amanufacturing industry. You will have sufficient experience to manage different personalities contained within a maintenance team. Other key strengths will be an understanding of maintenance best practice covering the areas mentioned above and a strength of character that can inject energy and enthusiasm into maintenance teams. In addition, you must be vigilant and expect high standards and ensure your constant follow up starts changing the culture towards reliability.

THE SALARY

70,000 - 75,000 + 18% bonus + 10% pension cont