13 finance jobs found in Manchester

Lead Test Engineer Certain Advantage are hiring for a highly skilled Lead Test Engineer to join a major digital trans-formation programme. You will play a key role in defining and embedding a scalable, automation-first test strategy across multiple delivery teams, supporting the transition from monolithic systems to modern microservices architecture. Your responsibilities: Define and implement an end-to-end test strategy aligned to microservices architecture Establish standards, patterns, and best practices across multiple teams Assess current testing approaches and drive continuous improvement Embed testing strategy across teams, creating scalable frameworks and exemplars Design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks Work across different test levels: unit, integration, contract, system, and E2E Lead automation efforts in Java-based environments Support teams with implementation, not just direction Partner with engineering teams and stakeholders to ensure...

Warehouse Assistant Trafford, Park, Manchester up to £16.50 per hour Initially 6-month contract 37.5 hours per week   Certain Advantage is partnering with a leading energy company to recruit a Warehouse Assistant. You will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient handling of goods and maintaining excellent service levels with internal and external customers.   Key Responsibilities: Receive and dispatch goods in line with departmental procedures Maintain a clean, organised, and safe warehouse environment Carry out picking, packing, loading, and unloading operations using a Counterbalance Forklift Truck (FLT) Manage finished goods stock control and accurate inventory records Ensure full compliance with internal quality systems and warehouse procedures Support health, safety, and environmental policies and practices Be willing to work flexibly across all warehouse locations within the business  Your Background: Experience in a warehouse or logistics environment Good attention to...

Fabricator/Welder Supervisor Certain Advantage is hiring for a Hands-on Fabricator/Welder Supervisor based in the Skelmersdale area. This role is on a permanent basis and is site-based.   The Company We’re working with a manufacturer of bespoke equipment and assemblies serving a range of markets including Subsea, Nuclear, and Heavy Manufacturing.   The Role This position is ideal for an experienced, hands-on Fabricator/Welder with supervisory experience who takes pride in high-quality workmanship. You’ll be responsible for fabricating and welding to a high standard—mainly MIG, with TIG skills an advantage—while also leading a small team to ensure projects meet deadlines and quality standards.   The Individual We’re looking for people who have: Time-served experience in fabrication and welding Ability to interpret detailed engineering drawings Proven supervisory experience (managing 5–6 team members) Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to liaise...

Laser Operator 7.30 AM – 3.30 PM Certain Advantage is hiring for a Laser Operator based in the St Helens area. This role is on a temporary-to-permanent basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with a global aerospace and automotive client who manufactures shielded chambers and bespoke products for various industrial applications. The Role: This role is for a Laser Operator—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed.   The Individual We’re looking for people who can: Operate laser machines Check that materials issued for each job match the production and work orders Read engineering drawingsThe Benefits: Potential to go permanent Plenty of overtime at x1.5 Early finish on Fridays  Sounds like you? Apply today! Or WhatsApp/ring Lukas - (phone number removed)   Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to connect top talent with career-defining roles. If you’re looking to grow your career and make a...

Press Brake Setter/ Operator Certain Advantage is hiring for Press Brake Setter/ Operator based in the St Helens area. This role is on a temporary-to-permanent basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with a global aerospace and automotive client who manufactures shielded chambers and bespoke products for various industrial applications. The Role: This role is for a Press Brake Setter/ Operator —someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Processing materials and components required for the future assembly of customer orders Setting and operating Amada machines.  The Individual We’re looking for people who can: Operate specialist machinery (e.g. press brake, CNC) in line with training and competency. Check that materials issued for each job match the production and works order(s); select and use appropriate tooling...

Sheet Metal Worker (days) Widnes circa £16.27ph + overtime (x1.5) Contract to permanent role   Certain Advantage is partnering with an engineering business to recruit an experienced Sheet Metal Worker. You will support the manufacturing teams to ensure customer orders are fulfilled.   Key Responsibilities: Use of non-operator metal working machinery and welding equipment appropriate to each job. check the materials issued for each job as specified in the production order and detailed in the works order. Do quality checks Work as part of a team to deliver products on time Work in line with H&S policies  Your Background: Ability to read and work directly from drawings Knowledge of general metalworking machines e.g. hydraulic metalworker, MAG drilling equipment, Pillar drill Skills in manual propane cutting  During the Interview, We May Ask You About: Your experience in sheet metal work including light to medium fabrication  Are you intrigued? Apply now! Lukas - (phone...

Assembly Operative (days) Widnes circa £14.50ph + overtime (x1.5) Contract to permanent role   Certain Advantage is partnering with an engineering business to recruit an experienced Assembly Operative. You will support the manufacturing teams to ensure customer orders are fulfilled.   Key Responsibilities: Assemble customer orders and operate machinery (saws, guillotines, drills, welders, PEM machines, etc.). Check materials and tooling against work orders for suitability and accuracy. Work within machine limits and follow safe handling and lifting procedures. Inspect work for quality before submission; complete any required corrections. Keep tools and machinery clean, maintained, and report defects promptly.  Your Background: Experience of working in an engineering workshop Competent in basic processing of parts using general sheet metal and fabrication machinery, including hand-operated tools. Ability to read and work directly from drawings  During the Interview, We May Ask...

Quality Technician (days) Winsford £14.26 per hour + overtime (x1.25/x1.5) Contract to permanent role (benefits)   Certain Advantage is partnering with an automotive manufacturer to recruit an experienced Quality Technician. You will be responsible for ensuring all products are completed to specification and up to the highest quality standard.   Key Responsibilities: Oversee the completion of each product to required specifications. Conduct thorough quality assessments throughout the production process. Carry out final checks on all finished items prior to presentation and customer dispatch. Confirm that all products comply with relevant type approval standards. Produce and submit a detailed quality report for every finished product. Comply fully with Health & Safety legislation and company safety procedures. Reduce material waste through careful and efficient use of resources and consumables.  Your Background: Highly organised, motivated, and proactive with strong...

Interim Systems Manager (Consultant) Multi-site (North Wales / North West) Monday–Friday | Full-time interim Up to £350 per day (DOE) The Role We’re looking for an experienced Interim Systems Manager to take ownership of core business systems and ERP operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on role combining day-to-day system support with involvement in a key ERP transformation programme (Dynamics 365 Business Central). You’ll help keep systems running smoothly while also driving improvements across operations, reporting, and automation. Responsibilities Managing ERP and business systems across multiple sites Supporting day-to-day system performance and stability Assisting with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central rollout Working with ops, finance, supply chain & commercial teams Supporting integrations, data migration & reporting improvements Managing infrastructure (servers, networks, backups, security) Handling incidents,...

Fabricator/Welder Certain Advantage is hiring for Fabricator/Welder based in the Wirral area. This role is on a temporary-to-permanent basis and is site-based. £20 per hour  The Company We’re working with a trusted provider within the manufacturing and food processing industries. They design, manufacture and refurbish services in both mild and stainless steel. The Role: This role is for a Fabricator Welder—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Work directly from an engineering drawing Fabricate/Weld to a high standard (TIG and MIG)  The Individual We’re looking for people who can show: Time served, NVQ, C&G, or other relevant qualifications or experience within a similar field  The Benefits: Potential to go permanent Plenty of overtime – x1.5 and x2.0  Sounds like you? Apply today! Or WhatsApp/ring Lukas - (phone number...

Technical Shopfloor Engineer Certain Advantage is hiring for a Technical Shopfloor Engineer based in the Broughton area. This role is on a contract basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with a Manufacturing business that operates in the Aerospace sector. They design, manufacture and deliver industry-leading commercial aircraft, and a separate Space and Defence division. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Technical Shopfloor Engineer—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Supports in identifying, analysing and solving technical issues Provides an E2E perspective at the shopfloor level within the production team / APT. Supports continuous production enablement Support in identifying Non-Conformance on the shopfloor.The...

Project Engineer Certain Advantage is hiring for a Project Engineer based in the Broughton area. This role is on a contract basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with a Manufacturing business that operates in the Aerospace sector. They design, manufacture and deliver industry-leading commercial aircraft, and separate Space and Defense division. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Project Engineer—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Process mapping and requirement definition. Support crane lifts by creating lifting processes Provide Project Financial Management (Cost benefit analysis, planning, estimating, budgeting, funding, managing project expenses, and billing) Ensure dependencies and risks are clearly identified,...

RAMS Engineer Certain Advantage is hiring for a RAMS Engineer based in the Staffordshire area. This role is on a contract basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industries—from Power Generation, Rail and more. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a RAMS Engineer—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Conduct RAMS studies for HVDC projects and tenders, covering both LCC and VSC. Define spare part requirements and maintenance strategies. Establish and monitor RAMS study structures, processes, and KPI. Chair 3D Model Reviews with a specific focus on maintainability. Lead engagement with OEMs, and manage interface control documents. Direct...