6 jobs found in Ashford

Our client, an Aerospace and Defence supplier is looking for Manufacturing Engineers to join them on a contract basis at their site in Basildon. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be willing to undergo basic security checks if successful. £56.50 p/h Umbrella, inside IR35. 12 month initial contract. Onsite in Basildon.What you'll do as a Manufacturing Engineer In this role, you will be responsible for or developing robust solutions to ensure the smooth transition of our new products from design into production. You will be expected to plan and deliver your own work, across medium term planning horizons and provide complex technical advice to both internal and external customers. Typical Accountabilities & activities will include: Developing manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; understanding feedback from operators, conferring with equipment vendors or external...

Job Title: Sub Agent Location: Lower Thames Crossing Contract Length: 2 - 3 Months initially Day Rate: TBC IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Hours: 50 per week Job Description We are seeking an experienced Sub Agent to support delivery on a major infrastructure project at Lower Thames Crossing. The successful candidate will work closely with the Package Manager and site teams to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme, quality, and environmental requirements. This role requires strong leadership, planning, and coordination skills, with proven experience in large-scale civil engineering or infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities Health, Safety & Wellbeing Maintain a safe working environment in line with the Construction Phase Plan and project procedures. Promote a strong health and safety culture across all site activities. Produce Works Package Plans for self-delivered works and review subcontractor safety documentation. Programme...

Package Manager (Agent) - Lower Thames Crossing Project Start Date: March (ASAP) End Date: 30 September 2026 Day Rate: Umbrella) Location: Lower Thames Crossing - Chafford Hundred office with regular site travel IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Hours: 42.5 hours per week Headcount: 2 positions available Role Overview A Package Manager (Agent) is required to support the delivery of engineering survey packages on a major UK infrastructure programme at the Lower Thames Crossing. The role will focus on managing and coordinating key survey activities, ensuring they are delivered safely, on programme, and within budget. The surveys include: Topographical Surveys Ground Investigation Utility Trial Trenches Weathering Steel surveys Initially, the successful candidate will support the Project Manager and Engineering Director in finalising the scope, procurement strategy, and programme for all survey packages. Key Responsibilities Health, Safety & Wellbeing Maintain a safe...

Astute's Contract team is working with a well-established energy from waste business for an Electric Engineer contract role for their renewable energy plant in South London. The Electrical Engineer will be Inside IR35 with a day rate between £350-£450 per day. This contract will be bridging the gap till a permanent hire joins the team. Contract duration could be anywhere from 2 months - 6 months. After, there is potential to move into the Project team on an ad-hoc basis. Key Skills Required for the role: Diagnose, repair and maintain electrical systems, including motors, PLCs, control panels, sensors and circuits. Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on electrical equipment. Perform fault-finding and troubleshoot complex electrical issues in a timely manner. Must have's: A recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent) 17th / 18th Edition wiring regulations certified Full UK Driving License Astute People are acting as an employment...

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer in Test Type: Inside IR35 Contract Rate: £600-£650 per day Duration: 6 months minimum (likely to extend) Location: London - 3 days on site (Canary Wharf)  A large fintech business are looking for a senior-level quality engineer with a strong software engineering mindset to help shape and safeguard new platform capabilities across complex workflow-driven systems on a contract-basis. This role sits embedded within product engineering, operating in a shared ownership model alongside Java and React developers, with a heavy emphasis on automation. What you’ll be doing Building and maintaining automated coverage across the stack, from APIs through to user journeys, using established internal tooling and frameworks. Evolving existing test frameworks where required, while staying aligned with core engineering standards. Working closely with frontend and backend engineers to ensure critical paths are well understood, well tested, and production-ready....

Role:Health & Safety Advisor Location: London-North Acton INSIDE IR35 12 Hour shifts (Nights 7am-7pm) - (Days 7pm-7am) Weekend work also (7/3 or 7/4 Split - Week of days then week of nights rotation) Support the Health & Safety Manager in the management of H&S for SCS activities, including the implementation of the H&S Management System (HSMS) to ensure compliance with ISO 45001:2018 certification and with Works Information. The position plays the key role in helping to establish and maintain the highest and where possible, new industry Health and Safety standards for the project. Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role. Key Responsibilities -Understand the SCS Health & Safety Policies and Processes and statutory...