15 jobs found in Cardiff

Job Title: Ecologist Salary: Up to £20 p/h (inside IR35) Location: Cardiff Type: 12-month contract About the Role: Our client is looking for an Ecologist to support a growing programme of rail-related ecological work across South Wales. You'll take on field surveys, reporting, and ecological clerk of works duties while working closely with wider project teams. About the Client: Our client is a respected consultancy delivering award-winning environmental and infrastructure projects across the UK. They promote an inclusive culture, support flexible working, and encourage professional growth at every level. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams. Plan, coordinate and carry out ecological field surveys. Analyse and interpret survey data. Deliver Ecological Clerk of Works support. What Our Client is Looking For: Degree in ecology or a closely related discipline. CIEEM membership. Strong protected species survey experience. Field Identification Skills...

Configuration Management Engineer - Bristol UK, Hybrid. Our Aerospace client based in Bristol UK, require an additional Configuration Management Engineer to further support their programs, civil and defence. Candidates need good Configuration Engineering experience preferably with strong aerospace knowledge. These roles will be on a Contract basis for 12 month initial duration, Inside IR35 PAYE. Duties and Responsibilities: Configuration Management functions  including product change management, planning, identification, status account and verification. Role to provide support to both existing and future development programmes along with the configuration management CM requirements, including but not limited to: • Identifying technical problems and applying/integrating solutions. • Identifying improvements and support the creation of work instructions,        procedures, technical manuals, and guidelines, • Supporting the creation of technical solutions against...

Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Bristol/SW Area Hybrid (50/50 office or site/WFH) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 6 Months possible extension Rates: £550 - £650 Daily Rate Inside IR35 via PAYE Umbrella Clearance: BPSS (DBS/DS, Financial Probity, Employment History) + Medical Questionnaire & Proof of Right to Work in the UK Senior Quantity Surveyor - High-Value Infrastructure Projects Are you ready to take the lead on major infrastructure projects and make a real impact? We're looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to provide expert commercial support across a portfolio of high-value projects (£1m-£20m TCV). This is your chance to shape strategy, manage risk, and drive profitability in a dynamic environment. What you'll be doing: Lead the commercial work stream for complex projects, partnering closely with Project Managers and key stakeholders. Review and negotiate upstream and downstream contracts, ensuring robust risk management and improved terms. Oversee cost control...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 3x Mechanical Design Engineer subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract. This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer who comes from a strong Defence or Aerospace background has strong Creo / PRO-E skills.         Job Title:  Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Your base site can be either Stevenage or Bristol, depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: 4 days per week onsite and 1 day remote (flexible on start and finish time) Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Mechanical Design Engineer Job Description: An opportunity to become part of Europe’s No. 1 Missile Systems Designer, as a Mechanical Design Engineer. You will work closely with other functional teams, to develop products to...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 3x Mechanical Design Engineer subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract. This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer who comes from a strong Defence or Aerospace background has strong Creo / PRO-E skills.      Job Title:  Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Your base site can be either Stevenage or Bristol, depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: 4 days per week onsite and 1 day remote (flexible on start and finish time) Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Mechanical Design Engineer Job Description: An opportunity to become part of Europe’s No. 1 Missile Systems Designer, as a Mechanical Design Engineer. You will work closely with other functional teams, to develop products to meet...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Product Assurance Engineer / Quality Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  The role can be based from either the companies Stevenage or Bristol site, depending on your preference.  The role will be predominantly working from home with just one day onsite.   Job Title: Product Assurance Engineer Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bristol site, depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: 1 day per week onsite Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Product Assurance Engineer Job Description: Future Systems (Research & Development) Responsibilities Leadership in Bid Work & Quality Planning (QP) Lead quality assurance input into bid and proposal work, ensuring product assurance...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit an RF Systems Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  Job Title: RF Systems Engineer Rate: £80.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage or Bristol Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be a hybrid role of 3 or 4 days per week onsite. A 4 day week is also possible (Monday to Thursday) Contract: 37 Hours per week Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) RF Systems Engineer Job Description: The Data Link Systems department is responsible for the systems design of the Data Link that maintains communication with a missile product as it completes its mission. The Data Link systems team require an RF systems engineer to support work on the Sea Venom program. Sea Venom is a helicopter launched anti Corvette/FIAC weapon system consisting of platform...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bristol is currently looking to recruit 3x C++ Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract, with very likely extension.  The role will be onsite 4 days per week.  A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).   Rate: £65.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Bristol Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday). Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Job Description: The HMI & Cyber team is looking for software engineers to join us developing the future laser defence capability for the Royal Navy. We are looking for engineers with both a deep and broad range of experience in software engineering throughout the...

Lead Design Engineer - Filton, A Design Concession Approver (T200) We're seeking a Design Concession Approver (T200) to strengthen the Wing Plant Engineering Team in Filton, UK (with flexibility to work at Broughton). What you'll do: Lead design investigations and deliver robust technical solutions for manufacturing non‑conformance. Drive structural & systems modifications to improve cost, rate, and quality. Guiding technical governance and ensuring airworthiness. Collaborate across plants and supply chains.What we're looking for: C A motivated, resilient engineer who thrives in complex environments and communicates with clarity. Proven ability to deliver on time, cost, and quality while embracing change.Why join? This is a Contract role, Inside IR35. Hybrid working (minimum 3 days on site per week). Flexible day shift pattern. Opportunity to work at Filton or Broughton.Ready to engineer solutions that keep wings in the sky? Apply now and make your mark on the future of...

Job title: Fire Safety Advisor IR35 Status: Inside of IR35 Start date: TBC ASAP Duration: Contract (Long-term) Salary/ Pay rate/ Benefits: up to 280 PAYE / 360 UMB (Daily rate equivalent of approx. 70k/pa) DOE Location: Site based, HPC Job Purpose / Overview The Fire Safety Advisor is part of a team of specialist fire safety and compliance professionals reporting to the Fire Safety Manager. The main purpose of the job is to provide advice and guidance on fire safety matters to the Principal Contractor to ensure fire safety standards are set and assure the maintenance of these standards across the project. The post holder will also support and promote the development of a positive Fire safety culture amongst a wide array of Contractors and stakeholders, support the development and implementation of fire safety systems and policies, performing audits and inspections, undertaking fire risk assessments, report on fire safety maters to relevant personnel and committees,...

Gateman / Civil Operative Start Date: 01/12/2025 Contract Duration: 8 months initially (with strong likelihood of extension) Working Hours: 45 hours per week Monday to Friday: 7:30am - 5:30pm Location: Swansea North and Cilfynydd Pay Rate: £30-£32 per hour (Inside IR35) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Gateman / Civil Operative to support ongoing civil engineering works on a long-term project. The successful candidate will play a key role in site access control, on-site safety, and general civils support, operating various plant and maintaining safe working practices at all times. Key Responsibilities Manage site access and egress, ensuring all personnel and vehicles comply with site safety procedures. Support daily civil works, working alongside site supervisors and operatives. Safely operate plant machinery including forward tipping dumpers and ride-on rollers (as ticketed). Carry out slinging and signalling duties as required. Assist with general groundworks...

SC Cleared ITIL Service Transition Manager Location: Corsham – Onsite 2-3 days per week. Duration: 6 months + Rate: £575 - £625 per day (inside IR35) Our client, Defence client requires an ITIL Service Transition Manager working onsite in Corsham 2-3 days per week. Key responsibilities: * Planning and coordination: Create and manage the overall plan for transitioning services and coordinate the necessary resources and activities across different teams. * Change management: Manage the lifecycle of all changes to IT services, ensuring they are implemented with minimum disruption. * Operational readiness: Ensure that new or changed services are ready for operation by confirming they meet criteria for operational acceptance, testing, and performance evaluation. * Process implementation: Define and implement the processes for service transition, release, and operational acceptance. * Risk and performance evaluation: Evaluate the performance and risks associated with...

Automation Engineer +6 months + +Hybrid working in Corsham 2 days a week on site +SC cleared role - current active clearance is essential +£550 - £625 a day +Inside IR35 We're looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a fast-paced, Agile delivery team supporting large-scale, multi-vendor infrastructure environments. You'll play a key role in developing automated solutions, building robust web services, and ensuring consistent, secure deployment across complex architectures. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving problems, streamlining processes, and working collaboratively within high-performing technical teams. Essential Skills & Experience To be considered, candidates must have at least 12 months of hands-on experience within the last 3 years in: Creating PHP and JavaScript web services Consuming REST-based web services Consuming SOAP-based web services Automated deployment of server, network, and storage technologies across multiple...

Electronics Test Engineer Location: Barnstaple Contract Type: Contract (12 months) Clearance: BPSS to start then SC on project Pay: Up to £54ph pay (Inside IR35) We are looking for an experienced Electronics Test Engineer to support ongoing projects involving marine electronic systems. This role requires onsite presence for the majority of the working week and offers the opportunity to contribute to high-integrity, defence-related engineering programmes. Key Responsibilities * Carry out practical electrical and electronic testing, along with providing support to manufacturing activities. * Analyse, interpret, and work confidently from circuit schematics and PCB layout information. * Inspect and evaluate units returned from operational use, documenting findings clearly. * Execute test activities strictly in line with established procedures and technical documentation. * Create, refine, and understand detailed test specifications as required. * Perform autonomous...

Site Engineer - Major Highways Project (Gloucester) Location: Gloucester Start: Immediate Contract: Inside IR35 Rate: £420-£450 per day Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a major highways project in Gloucester. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality engineering support across drainage and earthworks packages, ensuring work is carried out safely, accurately, and in accordance with project specifications. Key Responsibilities Setting out and engineering control for drainage and earthworks operations Managing daily site activities and ensuring works comply with design and technical standards Producing and maintaining accurate site records, as-built drawings, and reports Working closely with the project team to resolve technical issues Ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations Liaising with subcontractors and providing technical support Skills & Experience Required Proven experience on...