Service Engineer Contract Jobs in Manchester
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Voice Ops Support Engineer - Enteprise Core Voice Services
Posted 2 days ago by Scope AT Limited
Voice Operations Engineer with extensive experience supporting Enterprise Core Voice Services, including Cisco, Ribbon s...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Cheshire/Hybrid
HVAC Field Service Engineer
Posted 2 days ago by Rise Technical Recruitment
HVAC Field Service EngineerMaidenhead - covering South EastAre you a HVAC Engineer and looking to join an industry leadi...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location Maidenhead, Berkshire, UK
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Installation AIDS Structural Engineering Services
Posted 3 days ago by NES Fircroft
Join a Major Offshore Energy ProjectWe are currently seeking an experienced Structural Engineer – Installation Aids to s...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Montigny Le Bretonneux Ile De France
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Sign UpService Desk Engineer L1 - 3/6 Month Contract - Outside IR35 - Hybrid, Kensingto...
Posted 4 days ago by Hamilton Barnes
Role OverviewOur client, is seeking a Service Desk Engineer (L1) to join an established on-site IT team providing first-...
- Rate £150 per day
- Category Outside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Kensington, London, UK
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Field Service Engineer (Measurement Instrumentation)
Posted 5 days ago by Ernest Gordon Recruitment
The RoleServicing, replacing and commissioning Emissions monitoring equipmentCovering a national patch Monday - Friday,...
- Rate £39,000 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
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active directory engineer - directory services consolidation
Posted 1 week ago by Randstand (USA)
Job SummaryThe Active Directory Administrator will be a core member of the Directory Services team responsible for execu...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location newport beach, california (remote)
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Senior Data Engineer - (AWS engineering) - financial services
Posted 1 week ago by Gravitas Recruitment Group Ltd
Senior Data Engineer (AWS Engineering) sought by leading financial services organisation based in the city of London.A l...
- Rate £800 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location City of London
Field Service Engineer (Photo/Print Machinery)
Posted 1 week ago by Ernest Gordon Recruitment
The RoleInstallation, preparation and set up of instant imaging machineryTroubleshooting, maintenance and repair of said...
- Rate £36,000 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location Southampton, England, United Kingdom
Security Service Engineer
Posted 1 week ago by Chubb Fire & Security
Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.We'r...
- Rate £31,961 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location Andover, England, United Kingdom
Security Service Engineer
Posted 1 week ago by Chubb Fire & Security
If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.We're l...
- Rate £38,016 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location Slough, England, United Kingdom
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About Our Service Engineer Contract Roles in Manchester
What does a service engineer contractor do?
Organisations bring in Service Engineer contractors to install, maintain, repair, and commission mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical equipment across manufacturing, building services, energy, and industrial environments. Contract engagements involve planned preventative maintenance, reactive fault diagnosis and repair, equipment commissioning, and the support of installation programmes. Service Engineers work on-site at client premises, industrial facilities, data centres, or across multiple locations depending on the equipment and sector.
Service Engineer contractors need hands-on technical competence with the specific equipment and systems relevant to their specialism, whether that is HVAC, industrial automation, power distribution, medical devices, or IT infrastructure hardware. Relevant electrical or mechanical qualifications and, where applicable, industry-specific certifications such as F-Gas, 18th Edition, or CompEx are commonly required. The ability to diagnose faults under pressure, work safely in industrial environments, and communicate clearly with site teams and clients is essential.
What is the market like for service engineer contractors?
Service Engineering contracting is a broad and active market driven by the ongoing maintenance and installation requirements of industrial, commercial, and critical infrastructure environments. Data centres, manufacturing facilities, building services, and the energy sector are the primary sources of demand. The growing complexity of building management systems, industrial automation, and critical power infrastructure is driving demand for contractors with specialist system knowledge. Rates vary significantly by specialism and sector, with data centre and critical infrastructure roles commanding premiums over general building services.
What is the contracting market like in Manchester?
Manchester has established itself as the strongest contractor hub outside London, supported by a diverse economy spanning financial services, technology, media, and the public sector. MediaCityUK at Salford Quays anchors a cluster of digital, creative, and broadcasting employers, while Spinningfields and the wider city centre house the financial and professional services concentration. Several major insurers and banks run significant operations from Manchester, and the technology sector has matured considerably, with both established firms and scale-ups competing for software engineering, cloud, and data contractors. The rate gap with London has narrowed over the past few years as employer competition for experienced contractors in the city has intensified, and for many disciplines Manchester now offers comparable depth of opportunity at a materially lower cost base.
How much do service engineer contractors usually earn in Manchester?
Contract rates for service engineer roles in Manchester typically range from £250 to £500 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many service engineer vacancies in Manchester are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 100 service engineer contract roles across the site, with Manchester accounting for a significant portion. Data reviewed up to July 2026.