NES Fircroft is looking for Assembly / Production Technicians on behalf of our client, a leading global plant-building and lifecycle partner in the metals industry. This is an initial 9-12 month contract opportunity, with potential for further work, based at the manufacturing facility in Christchurch. Mon-Fri, 37.5hrs per week. Overview: Work within the Production Team to include both mechanical and electrical fitting/assembling. This will include electrical cabinets with module/DIN rail style assemblies and wiring with some mechanical assembly of other products. Potential for high accuracy mechanical fitting work on more complex mechanical assemblies depending on experience. High quality, attention to detail and process and understanding of engineering assembly drawings, both mechanical and electrical. Main Tasks and Responsibilities: Electro-mechanical assembly of equipment/products/electrical systems/panels/cabinets using engineering drawings, wiring schematics and technical specifications. Working under the guidance and leadership of the Production Line-Manager to fulfill tasks to meet schedule deliveries. Electrical assembly of modules with interconnecting wiring and work associated with electrical cabinet builds. Mechanical assembly of components and products with testing. Working to Engineering drawings and process documentation. Potential for high tolerance fitting/assembly and calibration tasks (depending on experience). Experience Required: Essential: Some previous experience in similar assembly / production or equivalent roles. Attention to detail and high Quality execution of tasks Working within a workshop environment Understand and read Engineering drawings, mechanical and electrical Use tools and equipment - primarily hand tools with limited requirement to use pillar drills, power tools etc. No machining or fabrication. Desirable: Electrical panel/cabinet wiring. Mechanical assembly or components and fitting skills (use of taps, drills etc) Understanding of Quality Control processes including inspection and Non-Conformance reports. Experience with high tolerance Mechanical assembly and testing. Experience working within the Metals Industry. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Apr 10, 2026
Contractor
NES Fircroft is looking for Assembly / Production Technicians on behalf of our client, a leading global plant-building and lifecycle partner in the metals industry. This is an initial 9-12 month contract opportunity, with potential for further work, based at the manufacturing facility in Christchurch. Mon-Fri, 37.5hrs per week. Overview: Work within the Production Team to include both mechanical and electrical fitting/assembling. This will include electrical cabinets with module/DIN rail style assemblies and wiring with some mechanical assembly of other products. Potential for high accuracy mechanical fitting work on more complex mechanical assemblies depending on experience. High quality, attention to detail and process and understanding of engineering assembly drawings, both mechanical and electrical. Main Tasks and Responsibilities: Electro-mechanical assembly of equipment/products/electrical systems/panels/cabinets using engineering drawings, wiring schematics and technical specifications. Working under the guidance and leadership of the Production Line-Manager to fulfill tasks to meet schedule deliveries. Electrical assembly of modules with interconnecting wiring and work associated with electrical cabinet builds. Mechanical assembly of components and products with testing. Working to Engineering drawings and process documentation. Potential for high tolerance fitting/assembly and calibration tasks (depending on experience). Experience Required: Essential: Some previous experience in similar assembly / production or equivalent roles. Attention to detail and high Quality execution of tasks Working within a workshop environment Understand and read Engineering drawings, mechanical and electrical Use tools and equipment - primarily hand tools with limited requirement to use pillar drills, power tools etc. No machining or fabrication. Desirable: Electrical panel/cabinet wiring. Mechanical assembly or components and fitting skills (use of taps, drills etc) Understanding of Quality Control processes including inspection and Non-Conformance reports. Experience with high tolerance Mechanical assembly and testing. Experience working within the Metals Industry. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer required to join a Global Engineering Service provider. The Successful Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer will provide LEV testing, calibration, and certification services for controlled environments, Cleanrooms, medical gas systems, and laboratory instrumentation. Full training provided. The Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer will ideally have an engineering background within LEV testing or servicing, within Cleanroom / laboratory LEV, industrial / process extraction, Containment / High - Hazard LEV, or similar LEV environments. Package 35,000 - 45,000 depending on experience. Company vehicle Overtime payments 25 days + Bank holidays Remote working Pension Additional benefits Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer Role To provide LEV testing, calibration, and certification services for controlled environments, Cleanrooms, medical gas systems, and laboratory instrumentation. Willingness to cover the local area for the candidate, but be prepared for ad hoc travel across the UK, with overnight stays. Working on LEV systems, dust extraction, fume extraction, as well as similar filtration systems and products. Assist in setting up, executing and documenting test procedures Use test equipment and logging tools to capture data. Support calibration, maintenance and verification of test equipment. Liaise with various engineering departments. Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer Requirements Proven engineering background within LEV testing or servicing, within Cleanroom / laboratory LEV, industrial / process extraction, Containment / High - Hazard LEV, or similar LEV environments. Full training provided. Experience as a Field Service Engineer, Service Engineer, Service Technician, Installation Engineer, Filtration Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, M&E Engineer, Electro-Mechanical Engineer, LEV / Ventilation Engineer or similar. Hold a valid P601 is essential, further COSHH P certifications are beneficial. Good working knowledge of three-phase electrics and controls is advantageous. An engineering qualification would be advantageous. Full UK driving licence and travel around the UK as and when required. Willingness to be on an on-call rota, 1 in 4.
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer required to join a Global Engineering Service provider. The Successful Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer will provide LEV testing, calibration, and certification services for controlled environments, Cleanrooms, medical gas systems, and laboratory instrumentation. Full training provided. The Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer will ideally have an engineering background within LEV testing or servicing, within Cleanroom / laboratory LEV, industrial / process extraction, Containment / High - Hazard LEV, or similar LEV environments. Package 35,000 - 45,000 depending on experience. Company vehicle Overtime payments 25 days + Bank holidays Remote working Pension Additional benefits Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer Role To provide LEV testing, calibration, and certification services for controlled environments, Cleanrooms, medical gas systems, and laboratory instrumentation. Willingness to cover the local area for the candidate, but be prepared for ad hoc travel across the UK, with overnight stays. Working on LEV systems, dust extraction, fume extraction, as well as similar filtration systems and products. Assist in setting up, executing and documenting test procedures Use test equipment and logging tools to capture data. Support calibration, maintenance and verification of test equipment. Liaise with various engineering departments. Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer Requirements Proven engineering background within LEV testing or servicing, within Cleanroom / laboratory LEV, industrial / process extraction, Containment / High - Hazard LEV, or similar LEV environments. Full training provided. Experience as a Field Service Engineer, Service Engineer, Service Technician, Installation Engineer, Filtration Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, M&E Engineer, Electro-Mechanical Engineer, LEV / Ventilation Engineer or similar. Hold a valid P601 is essential, further COSHH P certifications are beneficial. Good working knowledge of three-phase electrics and controls is advantageous. An engineering qualification would be advantageous. Full UK driving licence and travel around the UK as and when required. Willingness to be on an on-call rota, 1 in 4.
Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer required to join a Global Engineering Service provider. The Successful Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer will provide LEV testing, calibration, and certification services for controlled environments, Cleanrooms, medical gas systems, and laboratory instrumentation. Full training provided. The Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer will ideally have an engineering background within LEV testing or servicing, within Cleanroom / laboratory LEV, industrial / process extraction, Containment / High - Hazard LEV, or similar LEV environments. Package 35,000 - 45,000 depending on experience. Company vehicle Overtime payments 25 days + Bank holidays Remote working Pension Additional benefits Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer Role To provide LEV testing, calibration, and certification services for controlled environments, Cleanrooms, medical gas systems, and laboratory instrumentation. Willingness to cover the local area for the candidate, but be prepared for ad hoc travel across the UK, with overnight stays. Working on LEV systems, dust extraction, fume extraction, as well as similar filtration systems and products. Assist in setting up, executing and documenting test procedures Use test equipment and logging tools to capture data. Support calibration, maintenance and verification of test equipment. Liaise with various engineering departments. Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer Requirements Proven engineering background within LEV testing or servicing, within Cleanroom / laboratory LEV, industrial / process extraction, Containment / High - Hazard LEV, or similar LEV environments. Full training provided. Experience as a Field Service Engineer, Service Engineer, Service Technician, Installation Engineer, Filtration Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, M&E Engineer, Electro-Mechanical Engineer, LEV / Ventilation Engineer or similar. Hold a valid P601 is essential, further COSHH P certifications are beneficial. Good working knowledge of three-phase electrics and controls is advantageous. An engineering qualification would be advantageous. Full UK driving licence and travel around the UK as and when required. Willingness to be on an on-call rota, 1 in 4.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer required to join a Global Engineering Service provider. The Successful Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer will provide LEV testing, calibration, and certification services for controlled environments, Cleanrooms, medical gas systems, and laboratory instrumentation. Full training provided. The Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer will ideally have an engineering background within LEV testing or servicing, within Cleanroom / laboratory LEV, industrial / process extraction, Containment / High - Hazard LEV, or similar LEV environments. Package 35,000 - 45,000 depending on experience. Company vehicle Overtime payments 25 days + Bank holidays Remote working Pension Additional benefits Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer Role To provide LEV testing, calibration, and certification services for controlled environments, Cleanrooms, medical gas systems, and laboratory instrumentation. Willingness to cover the local area for the candidate, but be prepared for ad hoc travel across the UK, with overnight stays. Working on LEV systems, dust extraction, fume extraction, as well as similar filtration systems and products. Assist in setting up, executing and documenting test procedures Use test equipment and logging tools to capture data. Support calibration, maintenance and verification of test equipment. Liaise with various engineering departments. Service Engineer / Field Service Technician / LEV Engineer Requirements Proven engineering background within LEV testing or servicing, within Cleanroom / laboratory LEV, industrial / process extraction, Containment / High - Hazard LEV, or similar LEV environments. Full training provided. Experience as a Field Service Engineer, Service Engineer, Service Technician, Installation Engineer, Filtration Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, M&E Engineer, Electro-Mechanical Engineer, LEV / Ventilation Engineer or similar. Hold a valid P601 is essential, further COSHH P certifications are beneficial. Good working knowledge of three-phase electrics and controls is advantageous. An engineering qualification would be advantageous. Full UK driving licence and travel around the UK as and when required. Willingness to be on an on-call rota, 1 in 4.
Lead Instrumentation Engineer - Reading, UK Contract: 12 months Pay Rate: £56.91/ph - £75.31/ph Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Instrumentation Engineer to join their integrated project team during a major pre-FEED programme. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a world-scale mixed-feed steam cracker and a series of significant refinery upgrades. The role will suit a senior technical specialist who enjoys shaping engineering definition, influencing design decisions and ensuring safe, reliable and efficient facility development. Job Overview As the Lead Instrumentation Engineer, you will be responsible for guiding engineering strategy, overseeing contractor performance and providing deep subject-matter expertise across instrumentation and control systems. You will play a central part in optimising scope, managing technical risk and ensuring that project deliverables meet the required level of definition for pre-FEED and FEED stages. This position demands broad experience, strong communication skills and the ability to drive technical excellence. Core Activities as a Lead Instrumentation Engineer Provide expert technical leadership to ensure designs align with project objectives, philosophies and engineering standards. Support value-improvement initiatives, capital-efficiency studies and design optimisation activities. Develop, own, and refine engineering standards, specifications, philosophies and procedures across instrumentation and related disciplines. Oversee contractor deliverables to ensure completeness, consistency, and compliance with project requirements. Contribute to scope development for FEED and EPC contracts and participate in technical evaluation of bidders. Provide guidance on instrumentation and control systems, including specialist tools, technology applications and modularised design considerations. Review Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), Fire and Gas systems, SIL calculations, bypass strategies and testing philosophies. Support HAZOP, LOPA, SIL assignment and other safety-related engineering activities. Give key input into turbomachinery control, anti-surge systems, vibration monitoring and equipment protection strategies. Advise on custody transfer measurement, flow computers, analysers, metering configurations, sampling and calibration practices. Participate in design reviews, coordination meetings, and engineering surveillance activities. Requirements (Essential) Minimum of 15 years' experience in instrumentation engineering within downstream, refining, petrochemical or related heavy-industrial projects. Hands-on experience with specialist tools, systems and risk-based decision-making. Strong understanding of engineering standards, design basis development and technical documentation. Experience working in both operator and contractor environments. Experience with large modular design and execution strategies. Excellent leadership, communication and collaboration skills. (Desirable) Experience with Middle Eastern projects or exposure to major global energy operators. Familiarity with downstream units such as hydroprocessing, ethylene cracking, sour gas treatment, or refinery utilities. Ready to take your next career step? Click Apply Now for a confidential chat! This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
Apr 01, 2026
Contractor
Lead Instrumentation Engineer - Reading, UK Contract: 12 months Pay Rate: £56.91/ph - £75.31/ph Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Instrumentation Engineer to join their integrated project team during a major pre-FEED programme. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a world-scale mixed-feed steam cracker and a series of significant refinery upgrades. The role will suit a senior technical specialist who enjoys shaping engineering definition, influencing design decisions and ensuring safe, reliable and efficient facility development. Job Overview As the Lead Instrumentation Engineer, you will be responsible for guiding engineering strategy, overseeing contractor performance and providing deep subject-matter expertise across instrumentation and control systems. You will play a central part in optimising scope, managing technical risk and ensuring that project deliverables meet the required level of definition for pre-FEED and FEED stages. This position demands broad experience, strong communication skills and the ability to drive technical excellence. Core Activities as a Lead Instrumentation Engineer Provide expert technical leadership to ensure designs align with project objectives, philosophies and engineering standards. Support value-improvement initiatives, capital-efficiency studies and design optimisation activities. Develop, own, and refine engineering standards, specifications, philosophies and procedures across instrumentation and related disciplines. Oversee contractor deliverables to ensure completeness, consistency, and compliance with project requirements. Contribute to scope development for FEED and EPC contracts and participate in technical evaluation of bidders. Provide guidance on instrumentation and control systems, including specialist tools, technology applications and modularised design considerations. Review Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), Fire and Gas systems, SIL calculations, bypass strategies and testing philosophies. Support HAZOP, LOPA, SIL assignment and other safety-related engineering activities. Give key input into turbomachinery control, anti-surge systems, vibration monitoring and equipment protection strategies. Advise on custody transfer measurement, flow computers, analysers, metering configurations, sampling and calibration practices. Participate in design reviews, coordination meetings, and engineering surveillance activities. Requirements (Essential) Minimum of 15 years' experience in instrumentation engineering within downstream, refining, petrochemical or related heavy-industrial projects. Hands-on experience with specialist tools, systems and risk-based decision-making. Strong understanding of engineering standards, design basis development and technical documentation. Experience working in both operator and contractor environments. Experience with large modular design and execution strategies. Excellent leadership, communication and collaboration skills. (Desirable) Experience with Middle Eastern projects or exposure to major global energy operators. Familiarity with downstream units such as hydroprocessing, ethylene cracking, sour gas treatment, or refinery utilities. Ready to take your next career step? Click Apply Now for a confidential chat! This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
