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Senior Project Engineer - Rolling Stock Refurbishment Programme Kilmarnock ? 40 Hours per Week | Monday to Friday | Site-Based Manpower Engineering is recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering consultancy for an experienced Senior Project Engineer r to support the delivery of a major rolling stock life extension programme based in Kilmarnock. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineering professional to play a key role in the refurbishment and modernisation of a rail fleet, acting as the primary engineering presence on site throughout the delivery of the programme. Working closely with contractors, technical specialists, and project stakeholders, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all refurbishment, repair, and modification activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with approved engineering standards. The Role The Resident Engineer will provide hands-on technical oversight throughout the refurbishment process, with a particular focus on the early vehicles within the programme. The position will be instrumental in establishing inspection, acceptance, and repair procedures that will support the successful delivery of the wider fleet programme. Key Responsibilities Act as the primary engineering representative on site and principal interface with the refurbishment contractor. Monitor refurbishment, repair, and modification activities to ensure compliance with engineering standards, specifications, safety requirements, and quality procedures. Review vehicle condition following strip-down activities and coordinate specialist engineering support where required. Assess and manage engineering deviations and Approved As Worked (AAW) requirements. Carry out inspections throughout all stages of refurbishment and verify completion of works prior to vehicle acceptance. Support technical decision-making relating to structural repairs, corrosion treatment, and overall vehicle condition. Coordinate with subject matter experts to resolve technical challenges and support programme delivery. Produce inspection reports, technical documentation, and acceptance recommendations. Support programme governance, stakeholder engagement, progress reporting, and risk management activities. Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of inspection and repair processes to drive consistency and efficiency across the programme. About You Applicants should be degree qualified in an engineering discipline or possess equivalent industry experience. The ideal candidate will have: Experience within rolling stock refurbishment, overhaul, heavy maintenance, fleet life extension, or vehicle modification programmes. Strong knowledge of engineering assurance, inspection, quality control, and acceptance processes. Experience managing contractors and overseeing engineering activities within depot, manufacturing, or heavy engineering environments. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, repair instructions, and technical documentation. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong technical problem-solving and decision-making abilities. The ability to work independently on site while coordinating support from wider engineering teams. Desirable Experience Structural repair and corrosion remediation experience. Knowledge of railway standards and rolling stock approval processes. Previous experience in a Resident Engineer, Engineering Manager, Technical Assurance, or Site Engineering role. What's on Offer Opportunity to work on a high-profile rolling stock refurbishment programme. Significant involvement in shaping inspection and acceptance processes across an entire fleet. Long-term project with substantial on-site engineering responsibility. Collaborative environment working alongside experienced rail and engineering specialists. This role will require a significant on-site presence in Kilmarnock, particularly during the early phases of the programme, where the successful candidate will help establish robust inspection, repair, and acceptance processes for the wider fleet refurbishment programme. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website. TPBN1_UKTJ

Example Recruitment Group Ltd is partnering with a leading national heating contractor to recruit experienced, self-employed Gas Engineers for long-term installation work across the West Scotland area. Part-time (min 3 days per week) opportunities are available with a consistent workload. All jobs are price-work based with earnings around £400 per day. Local work is planned within a 1-hour radius from home, materials are supplied and delivered to site, and contracts are ongoing with weekly pay. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Senior Project Engineer - Rolling Stock Refurbishment Programme Kilmarnock 40 Hours per Week | Monday to Friday | Site-Based Manpower Engineering is recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering consultancy for an experienced Senior Project Engineer r to support the delivery of a major rolling stock life extension programme based in Kilmarnock. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineering professional to play a key role in the refurbishment and modernisation of a rail fleet, acting as the primary engineering presence on site throughout the delivery of the programme. Working closely with contractors, technical specialists, and project stakeholders, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all refurbishment, repair, and modification activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with approved engineering standards. The Role The Resident Engineer will provide hands‑on technical oversight throughout the refurbishment process, with a particular focus on the early vehicles within the programme. The position will be instrumental in establishing inspection, acceptance, and repair procedures that will support the successful delivery of the wider fleet programme. Key Responsibilities • Act as the primary engineering representative on site and principal interface with the refurbishment contractor., • Monitor refurbishment, repair, and modification activities to ensure compliance with engineering standards, specifications, safety requirements, and quality procedures., • Review vehicle condition following strip‑down activities and coordinate specialist engineering support where required., • Assess and manage engineering deviations and Approved As Worked (AAW) requirements., • Carry out inspections throughout all stages of refurbishment and verify completion of works prior to vehicle acceptance., • Support technical decision‑making relating to structural repairs, corrosion treatment, and overall vehicle condition., • Coordinate with subject matter experts to resolve technical challenges and support programme delivery., • Produce inspection reports, technical documentation, and acceptance recommendations., • Support programme governance, stakeholder engagement, progress reporting, and risk management activities., • Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of inspection and repair processes to drive consistency and efficiency across the programme. About You Applicants should be degree qualified in an engineering discipline or possess equivalent industry experience. The ideal candidate will have: • Experience within rolling stock refurbishment, overhaul, heavy maintenance, fleet life extension, or vehicle modification programmes., • Strong knowledge of engineering assurance, inspection, quality control, and acceptance processes., • Experience managing contractors and overseeing engineering activities within depot, manufacturing, or heavy engineering environments., • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, repair instructions, and technical documentation., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., • Strong technical problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities., • The ability to work independently on site while coordinating support from wider engineering teams., • Structural repair and corrosion remediation experience., • Knowledge of railway standards and rolling stock approval processes., • Previous experience in a Resident Engineer, Engineering Manager, Technical Assurance, or Site Engineering role. What's on Offer • Opportunity to work on a high‑profile rolling stock refurbishment programme., • Significant involvement in shaping inspection and acceptance processes across an entire fleet., • Long‑term project with substantial on‑site engineering responsibility., • Collaborative environment working alongside experienced rail and engineering specialists. This role will require a significant on‑site presence in Kilmarnock, particularly during the early phases of the programme, where the successful candidate will help establish robust inspection, repair, and acceptance processes for the wider fleet refurbishment programme. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Senior Project Engineer - Rolling Stock Refurbishment Programme Kilmarnock 40 Hours per Week | Monday to Friday | Site-Based Manpower Engineering is recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering consultancy for an experienced Senior Project Engineer r to support the delivery of a major rolling stock life extension programme based in Kilmarnock. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineering professional to play a key role in the refurbishment and modernisation of a rail fleet, acting as the primary engineering presence on site throughout the delivery of the programme. Working closely with contractors, technical specialists, and project stakeholders, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all refurbishment, repair, and modification activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with approved engineering standards. The Resident Engineer will provide hands‑on technical oversight throughout the refurbishment process, with a particular focus on the early vehicles within the programme. The position will be instrumental in establishing inspection, acceptance, and repair procedures that will support the successful delivery of the wider fleet programme. • Act as the primary engineering representative on site and principal interface with the refurbishment contractor., • Monitor refurbishment, repair, and modification activities to ensure compliance with engineering standards, specifications, safety requirements, and quality procedures., • Review vehicle condition following strip‑down activities and coordinate specialist engineering support where required., • Assess and manage engineering deviations and Approved As Worked (AAW) requirements., • Carry out inspections throughout all stages of refurbishment and verify completion of works prior to vehicle acceptance., • Support technical decision‑making relating to structural repairs, corrosion treatment, and overall vehicle condition., • Coordinate with subject matter experts to resolve technical challenges and support programme delivery., • Produce inspection reports, technical documentation, and acceptance recommendations., • Support programme governance, stakeholder engagement, progress reporting, and risk management activities., • Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of inspection and repair processes to drive consistency and efficiency across the programme. Applicants should be degree qualified in an engineering discipline or possess equivalent industry experience. The ideal candidate will have: • Experience within rolling stock refurbishment, overhaul, heavy maintenance, fleet life extension, or vehicle modification programmes., • Strong knowledge of engineering assurance, inspection, quality control, and acceptance processes., • Experience managing contractors and overseeing engineering activities within depot, manufacturing, or heavy engineering environments., • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, repair instructions, and technical documentation., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., • Strong technical problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities., • The ability to work independently on site while coordinating support from wider engineering teams., • Structural repair and corrosion remediation experience., • Knowledge of railway standards and rolling stock approval processes., • Previous experience in a Resident Engineer, Engineering Manager, Technical Assurance, or Site Engineering role., • Opportunity to work on a high‑profile rolling stock refurbishment programme., • Significant involvement in shaping inspection and acceptance processes across an entire fleet., • Long‑term project with substantial on‑site engineering responsibility., • Collaborative environment working alongside experienced rail and engineering specialists. This role will require a significant on‑site presence in Kilmarnock, particularly during the early phases of the programme, where the successful candidate will help establish robust inspection, repair, and acceptance processes for the wider fleet refurbishment programme. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Kilmarnock – 40 Hours per Week | Monday to Friday | Site-Based Manpower Engineering is recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering consultancy for an experienced Senior Project Engineer r to support the delivery of a major rolling stock life extension programme based in Kilmarnock. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineering professional to play a key role in the refurbishment and modernisation of a rail fleet, acting as the primary engineering presence on site throughout the delivery of the programme. Working closely with contractors, technical specialists, and project stakeholders, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all refurbishment, repair, and modification activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with approved engineering standards. The Resident Engineer will provide hands-on technical oversight throughout the refurbishment process, with a particular focus on the early vehicles within the programme. The position will be instrumental in establishing inspection, acceptance, and repair procedures that will support the successful delivery of the wider fleet programme. • Act as the primary engineering representative on site and principal interface with the refurbishment contractor., • Monitor refurbishment, repair, and modification activities to ensure compliance with engineering standards, specifications, safety requirements, and quality procedures., • Review vehicle condition following strip-down activities and coordinate specialist engineering support where required., • Assess and manage engineering deviations and Approved As Worked (AAW) requirements., • Carry out inspections throughout all stages of refurbishment and verify completion of works prior to vehicle acceptance., • Support technical decision-making relating to structural repairs, corrosion treatment, and overall vehicle condition., • Coordinate with subject matter experts to resolve technical challenges and support programme delivery., • Produce inspection reports, technical documentation, and acceptance recommendations., • Support programme governance, stakeholder engagement, progress reporting, and risk management activities., • Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of inspection and repair processes to drive consistency and efficiency across the programme. Applicants should be degree qualified in an engineering discipline or possess equivalent industry experience. The ideal candidate will have: • Experience within rolling stock refurbishment, overhaul, heavy maintenance, fleet life extension, or vehicle modification programmes., • Strong knowledge of engineering assurance, inspection, quality control, and acceptance processes., • Experience managing contractors and overseeing engineering activities within depot, manufacturing, or heavy engineering environments., • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, repair instructions, and technical documentation., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., • Strong technical problem-solving and decision-making abilities., • The ability to work independently on site while coordinating support from wider engineering teams., • Structural repair and corrosion remediation experience., • Knowledge of railway standards and rolling stock approval processes., • Previous experience in a Resident Engineer, Engineering Manager, Technical Assurance, or Site Engineering role., • Opportunity to work on a high-profile rolling stock refurbishment programme., • Significant involvement in shaping inspection and acceptance processes across an entire fleet., • Long-term project with substantial on-site engineering responsibility., • Collaborative environment working alongside experienced rail and engineering specialists. This role will require a significant on-site presence in Kilmarnock, particularly during the early phases of the programme, where the successful candidate will help establish robust inspection, repair, and acceptance processes for the wider fleet refurbishment programme. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A well-established Ayrshire engineering contractor operating across a range of industrial sectors is seeking an experienced Project Manager / Project Engineer to join its project delivery team.

Job Title: Project Manager Job Location: Kilmarnock / Hybrid Job Type: Permanent Annual Salary: Up to £65K + Car allowance + Bonus + Package Client Overview Our client is a highly successful and expanding hospitality and leisure operator with an established portfolio of venues and an ambitious growth strategy across Scotland. With a strong reputation for quality, innovation and customer experience, they continue to invest significantly in new developments and refurbishments across hospitality, leisure, and accommodation projects. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their property team and play a key role in delivering a varied pipeline of projects across Scotland. Role Overview Reporting to the Director of Property, the Project Manager will be responsible for the successful delivery of new-build, refurbishment and accommodation development projects from initial feasibility through to final handover. Working closely with internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors and design teams, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards while supporting the organisation's operational and commercial objectives. Key Responsibilities: • Lead multiple new build, fit-out and refurbishment projects through all stages of the project lifecycle, from feasibility and design coordination through to construction and completion., • Manage project programmes, budgets, procurement activities, contractor appointments and commercial performance to ensure successful project delivery., • Coordinate and maintain effective relationships with architects, designers, consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders throughout the development process., • Monitor project quality, construction progress, programme performance and risk, taking proactive action to resolve challenges and maintain delivery objectives., • Ensure compliance with relevant building regulations, planning requirements, health & safety legislation and CDM responsibilities., • Chair project meetings, provide regular progress reporting to senior stakeholders and maintain clear project documentation., • Oversee project handovers, snagging activities and operational readiness, ensuring completed developments meet business and customer expectations. Requirements • Proven experience delivering construction, refurbishment or development projects valued at £2m+., • Significant project management experience within hospitality, leisure, retail, commercial property or related sectors., • Strong understanding of construction processes, procurement routes, contract administration and project delivery methodologies., • Knowledge of UK Building Regulations, planning processes and health & safety legislation., • Excellent commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, cost plans and financial reporting., • Strong stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills., • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities within a fast-paced environment., • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across Scotland., • Degree or professional qualification in Construction Management, Project Management, Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline., • Membership of a relevant professional body such as CIOB, RICS, APM or equivalent., • Previous experience within hospitality, leisure or accommodation developments. Benefits • Up to £65K salary per annum (DoE), • Car allowance, • Annual bonus (based on performance), • Company pension scheme, • Hybrid working (2 days in office), • Flexible working, • Extra holidays for long service, • Annual salary reviews, • Wellbeing day, • Employee assistance program, • Training and development opportunities, • Perks package - Cycle to work, gym memberships, restaurant discounts, buddy days, and more #J-18808-Ljbffr

Manpower is recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering consultancy for a Senior Project Engineer to support a major rolling stock refurbishment programme in Kilmarnock. The position focuses on hands-on technical oversight as the on-site engineering presence throughout refurbishment and fleet life-extension activities. The ideal candidate has proven experience in rolling stock projects, engineering assurance, inspection and quality control, and contractor oversight. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Senior Project Engineer - Rolling Stock Refurbishment Programme Kilmarnock ? 40 Hours per Week | Monday to Friday | Site-Based Manpower Engineering is recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering consultancy for an experienced Senior Project Engineer r to support the delivery of a major rolling stock life extension programme based in Kilmarnock. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineering professional to play a key role in the refurbishment and modernisation of a rail fleet, acting as the primary engineering presence on site throughout the delivery of the programme. Working closely with contractors, technical specialists, and project stakeholders, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all refurbishment, repair, and modification activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with approved engineering standards. The Role The Resident Engineer will provide hands-on technical oversight throughout the refurbishment process, with a particular focus on the early vehicles within the programme. The position will be instrumental in establishing inspection, acceptance, and repair procedures that will support the successful delivery of the wider fleet programme. Key Responsibilities Act as the primary engineering representative on site and principal interface with the refurbishment contractor. Monitor refurbishment, repair, and modification activities to ensure compliance with engineering standards, specifications, safety requirements, and quality procedures. Review vehicle condition following strip-down activities and coordinate specialist engineering support where required. Assess and manage engineering deviations and Approved As Worked (AAW) requirements. Carry out inspections throughout all stages of refurbishment and verify completion of works prior to vehicle acceptance. Support technical decision-making relating to structural repairs, corrosion treatment, and overall vehicle condition. Coordinate with subject matter experts to resolve technical challenges and support programme delivery. Produce inspection reports, technical documentation, and acceptance recommendations. Support programme governance, stakeholder engagement, progress reporting, and risk management activities. Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of inspection and repair processes to drive consistency and efficiency across the programme. About You Applicants should be degree qualified in an engineering discipline or possess equivalent industry experience. The ideal candidate will have: Experience within rolling stock refurbishment, overhaul, heavy maintenance, fleet life extension, or vehicle modification programmes. Strong knowledge of engineering assurance, inspection, quality control, and acceptance processes. Experience managing contractors and overseeing engineering activities within depot, manufacturing, or heavy engineering environments. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, repair instructions, and technical documentation. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong technical problem-solving and decision-making abilities. The ability to work independently on site while coordinating support from wider engineering teams. Desirable Experience Structural repair and corrosion remediation experience. Knowledge of railway standards and rolling stock approval processes. Previous experience in a Resident Engineer, Engineering Manager, Technical Assurance, or Site Engineering role. What's on Offer Opportunity to work on a high-profile rolling stock refurbishment programme. Significant involvement in shaping inspection and acceptance processes across an entire fleet. Long-term project with substantial on-site engineering responsibility. Collaborative environment working alongside experienced rail and engineering specialists. This role will require a significant on-site presence in Kilmarnock, particularly during the early phases of the programme, where the successful candidate will help establish robust inspection, repair, and acceptance processes for the wider fleet refurbishment programme. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website. JBRP1_UKTJ

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