162 jobs found in Chester

Technical Project Manager Contract: 3 Months Location: Ellesmere Port (Onsite) This is a hands-on delivery role managing technical workstreams across network, infrastructure and migration activities. You'll coordinate multiple stakeholders, manage project governance and keep delivery on track within a complex enterprise environment. Key responsibilities: Managing project plans, RAID logs and delivery milestones Coordinating customer, partner and technical teams Tracking risks, dependencies and change control Supporting network assessments, infrastructure readiness and migration activities Managing stakeholder communications and project governance Escalating issues and ensuring timely decision-making Providing regular progress reporting to customers and internal teamsWe're looking for someone with: Proven IT infrastructure or technical project management experience Strong understanding of networking, infrastructure and technical delivery Experience managing technical teams and...

Interim Head of IT £500-£650 per day | Suffolk (Multi-Site) | Immediate Start   A rapidly expanding manufacturing organisation is looking to engage an experienced Interim Head of IT on a flexible contract basis. The business is seeking a senior IT leader to conduct an audit of its current technology landscape, review business systems, infrastructure and support arrangements, identify risks and opportunities, and develop a roadmap for future growth.   You'll be working within a complex environment comprising legacy, bespoke and off-the-shelf systems, alongside internal business systems resources and outsourced IT providers. The successful candidate will bring clarity, structure and direction, whilst helping to drive meaningful change.   Key experience required: IT audits and technology assessments Infrastructure and IT operations reviews Business systems and workflow optimisation Legacy and bespoke systems environments IT strategy and roadmap development Change and transformation...

Role Title: Technical Delivery Manager Start Date: 20th July 2026 End Date: 30th November 2026 Rate: £400 - £490 Location: Knutsford - 3 days on site Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Technical Delivery Manager to support the strategic design, implementation, and continuous evolution of critical technology and cybersecurity programmes within the Chief Information Security Office (CISO) function. This role is responsible for driving the successful delivery of complex technology initiatives, enabling engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-quality solutions while ensuring alignment with enterprise governance, regulatory requirements, and security standards. Required Skills and Experience Minimum 8+ years of experience in Product Management, Project Management, Programme Management, or Technical Delivery Management. Strong experience delivering complex technology programmes using Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies. Deep understanding of Agile...

Database Administrator (Oracle / SQL Server) Location: Manchester or Barrow-in-Furness (Hybrid - 4 days onsite, 1 day remote) Contract: 3 Months (Initial) Rate: £470 per day Inside IR35 Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required Are you an experienced Database Administrator with strong Oracle and SQL Server expertise? We're looking for a skilled DBA to join a high-profile programme supporting business-critical database infrastructure within a secure enterprise environment. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical systems where reliability, performance and security are paramount. The Role You'll be responsible for ensuring the performance, availability and stability of Oracle and SQL Server databases, supporting BAU operations while maintaining high service standards in a secure environment. Working as part of an experienced infrastructure team, you'll play a key role in monitoring, maintaining and optimising database services, resolving...

Database Administrator (Oracle / SQL Server) Location: Manchester or Barrow-in-Furness (Hybrid - 4 days onsite, 1 day remote) Contract: 3 Months (Initial) Rate: £470 per day Inside IR35 Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required Are you an experienced Database Administrator with strong Oracle and SQL Server expertise? We're looking for a skilled DBA to join a high-profile programme supporting business-critical database infrastructure within a secure enterprise environment. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical systems where reliability, performance and security are paramount. The Role You'll be responsible for ensuring the performance, availability and stability of Oracle and SQL Server databases, supporting BAU operations while maintaining high service standards in a secure environment. Working as part of an experienced infrastructure team, you'll play a key role in monitoring, maintaining and optimising database services, resolving...

Data Engineer When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Data Engineer Location: Hybrid working from Bolton office Contract Type: 6 months fixed term contract, Full Time Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 dependent on experience (pro rata) About the Group It's official, we have been rated as a Great Place to Work for 2025! 88% of employees at National Fostering Group say it is a great place to work, compared to 54% of employees at a typical UK-based company. With over 20 years' experience, National Fostering Group is the largest independent children's fostering group in the UK, with a community of over 2,500 foster carers. As a Group, we work with Local Authorities to provide the highest quality of care for children and young people. All of our fostering agencies are officially recognised by Ofsted, Welsh...

Senior Programme Manager - Data, AI & Digital Transformation - £700 per day - Outside IR35- 6 months initial contract - Hybrid working from a site near Manchester airport - 2-3 days a week on site. Were supporting a global organisation undertaking one of the largest digital transformation programmes in its history. As part of a major investment in Data, Analytics, Automation and AI, were seeking an experienced Senior Programme Manager to lead the delivery of a strategically significant global transformation programme. This is a high-profile leadership role, operating at Executive Committee (ExCo) level and partnering with senior business and technology leaders to shape strategy, govern delivery and ensure transformational initiatives deliver measurable commercial value. Youll be responsible for driving complex programmes across an international environment, balancing strategic priorities, governance, financial oversight and successful business outcomes. The Role -...

SAP Data & Quality Administrator (Temporary / Ongoing) Monday-Friday 8:30am – 5pm Pay rate £13-£14 per hours DOE SAP Data & Quality Administrator Overview We are currently looking for a detail-oriented individual with strong SAP and Excel skills to support within a quality/operations function. You’ll play a key role in supporting quality processes by reviewing SAP inspection data and ensuring accuracy across the system. SAP Data & Quality Administrator Key Responsibilities Review and manage SAP Quality Inspection Lots Identify and track missing inspection lots (UDs – Usage Decisions) Collect, record, and organise data accurately using Excel Investigate discrepancies and flag any missing or incomplete information Maintain clear and up-to-date records to support reporting Liaise with internal teams where necessary to resolve data gaps Support continuous improvement of data accuracy and reporting processes SAP Data & Quality Administrator Key Requirements...

Hays are now looking for a Senior / Principal DevOps & CloudOps Engineer for one of our local retail clients: £700 - £800 p/d Inside IR35 (depending on level) 3 days p/w in the office, rest is WFH Location is Bury We are looking for a Senior or Principal DevOps & CloudOps Engineer to design, build, and evolve our enterprise CI/CD and cloud infrastructure frameworks. Working closely with Engineering, Product, QA, Security, and Reliability teams, you will help deliver secure, scalable, automated, and high-performing cloud services while enabling development teams to deploy with greater speed and autonomy. What You'll Be Doing Design, build, and continuously improve enterprise CI/CD pipelines and DevOps frameworks. Select and implement the right tools, processes, and automation to streamline software delivery. Drive adoption of DevOps best practices across engineering teams and onboard products onto shared platforms. Build and maintain secure, scalable, and high-performing...

Test Manager Warton based role (Hybrid working) £53.24 per hour Umbrella Inside IR35 6 Month Contract initially. This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading Defence organisations based in Warton. Hybrid working 3 days per week in the office. Typical duties include (but are not limited to): Strategic Test Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive testing strategy for the entire value stream, aligning with business objectives, security requirements, and quality standards. Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Development Leads, Security Engineers, and other stakeholders across multiple product teams to embed quality and testing throughout the development lifecycle. Test Process Definition and Improvement: Define, implement, and continuously improve testing processes, methodologies (e.g., Agile testing, BDD, TDD), and best practices across the value stream. Test Planning and Execution Oversight: Oversee the...

Senior Delivery Lead Location: Telford (Hybrid - ideally 2 days per week onsite, minimum 1 day per week) Rate: £550 per day (Inside IR35) Contract Length: 6 Months Clearance: BPSS Required (SC Desirable) Start Date: ASAP Our Government Public Sector client is seeking an experienced Senior Delivery Lead (SFIA Level 5) to support a large-scale Agile software engineering programme. This role is ideal for a delivery professional with a strong background in leading complex software development initiatives, managing multiple Agile teams, and driving successful delivery outcomes within fast-paced environments. Key Responsibilities Lead delivery across Agile software engineering teams. Coordinate multiple workstreams, dependencies, risks, and delivery plans. Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives. Manage RAID logs, governance activities, and stakeholder reporting. Remove blockers and drive continuous improvement across delivery...

Database Administrator Up to £447.50 p/d (Inside IR35) 2 Days on site - Telford 6 months initially My client is a well-known consultancy seeking an database administrator. You'll be responsible for ensuring the performance, integrity, availability, and security of our database environments while supporting critical business applications and services. Job Responsibilities: Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade database management systems. Monitor database performance and proactively resolve issues. Perform regular database backups and ensure recovery procedures are tested and effective. Implement and maintain database security controls and access management. Optimise database structures, indexing, and queries for maximum performance. Support high-availability, replication, and disaster recovery solutions. Collaborate with development teams to improve application performance and database usage. Produce and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and standards. Support...

IASS Squad Architect Up to £626.50 p/d (Inside IR35) 2 Days on site - Telford 6 months initially My client is a well-known consultancy seeking an IASS Squad Architect. You'll play a key role in shaping technical solutions, guiding delivery teams, and ensuring architecture aligns with security, governance, and business requirements. Working closely with stakeholders, engineering teams, and delivery partners, you'll help deliver modern digital services that support millions of users. Job Responsibilities: Produce architecture designs that meet both technical and business requirements. Translate business needs into practical and scalable technical solutions. Create architecture documentation, diagrams, and design packs. Collaborate with product owners, developers, testers, and platform teams. Ensure solutions comply with security standards, governance, and architectural principles. Support delivery teams throughout build, testing, deployment, and operational phases. Participate...

Java Developer - Public Sector Project Location: Remote (with travel to Telford twice per month) Clearance: BPSS required Contract Length: 6 months Rate: £550 per day (Inside IR35) Overview We are seeking an experienced Java Developer to join a high-impact public sector programme supporting a critical UK government service. This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale systems within a complex and highly regulated environment, contributing to services that impact millions of users across the UK. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications using Spring Boot Support and enhance batch-based and scheduled processing systems Diagnose and resolve issues across application, database, and integration layers Collaborate within controlled release environments using Git Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and scalable solutionsCore Skills & Experience Strong Java development experience, particularly with Spring...

Programme Manager to join a global automotive manufacturer in Stafford for a 6-month contract – possible extension. Rate: £46.50 p/h Umbrella (Inside IR35) OR £34.00 ph/ PAYE Location: Stafford (Onsite) Duration: 6-months (Possible Extension) Responsibilities: * Programme management of multiple large NPI programmes within an Automotive setting. * Presenting weekly/monthly updates to management on NPI program progress. * Overseeing Program Project Plans and maintaining plans for Gateway Schedules. * Ensure program functional requirements are aligned with the product strategy, program financials, and cost targets. * Key presentations including Stakeholder Updates, NPI Governance Meetings, NPI gateway reviews and NPI Issue Resolution Meetings as needed. Requirements: * University degree OR 10 years project management equivalent experience. * Experience in Design, Development, Engineering or Operations. * 5 years of experience leading high performing, cross functional...

NPI Programme Manager Stafford (Full-Time Onsite) 6-Month Contract (highly likely to extend) £50.44 per hour (£403.52 per day) | Inside IR35 We're recruiting for an experienced NPI Programme Manager to join a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation, supporting the delivery of exciting new product introduction programmes. This is an excellent opportunity to lead complex engineering projects from concept through to product launch, working with global, cross-functional teams to introduce innovative technologies and products into manufacturing. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver New Product Introduction (NPI) programmes from initiation through to launch. Manage project plans, milestones, risks and deliverables. Coordinate cross-functional engineering, manufacturing and commercial teams. Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Drive programme delivery to meet quality, cost and schedule objectives. About You You'll have experience in:...

Lead complex New Product Introduction (NPI) programmes that take new engine/power products from concept through to production. We're recruiting an NPI Program Manager to take ownership of 4 to 6 major NPI programmes, leading high-performing cross-functional teams through a structured stage gate development process and ensuring delivery against scope, timing, cost targets and quality requirements. What you'll do: Own programme plans, schedules and delivery across key stage gate milestones Run weekly governance meetings and provide clear updates on progress, risks and actions Coordinate development, pilot, field follow and first production builds through Operations Drive issue resolution, cost containment and continuous improvement across programmes Build strong stakeholder relationships across Engineering, Operations, Quality and Supply Chain What we're looking for: Degree-level qualification (or 10+ years equivalent project management experience) 10+ years in...

12 month FTC Hybrid, Sheffield We're partnering with an established technology-led organisation to recruit an experienced Platform & Infrastructure Engineer to support a significant infrastructure modernisation programme. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced infrastructure professional with strong Kubernetes expertise to join a collaborative engineering team working on modernising enterprise platforms, improving automation and delivering resilient, scalable infrastructure. The Role Working as part of a senior infrastructure team, you'll be responsible for designing, implementing and supporting modern platform technologies across both on-premise and cloud environments. You'll play a key role in infrastructure transformation projects while ensuring business-critical services remain secure, reliable and highly available. This is a hands-on technical role with plenty of opportunity to influence technical direction, improve operational processes and mentor other...

Service Manager / Scrum Master £500 per day (Inside/Umbrella) 6-Month Contract Hybrid (Sheffield) / Remote We’re hiring a Service Manager / Scrum Master to support a HE platform, working across key application workstreams. This is a 50/50 split between Service Management and Scrum Master responsibilities, ideal for someone who can combine operational service delivery with agile leadership and deliver change. What you’ll do: Oversee day-to-day IT application service operations  Manage incidents, problems, changes, and service performance Maintain reporting and ensure ITIL compliance Coordinate with technical teams, vendors, and stakeholders Facilitate Scrum ceremonies and remove delivery blockers Coach teams on Agile best practice Support backlog refinement and future sprint planning What we’re looking for: Strong ITSM / Service Managament background Solid experience with ITIL processes Proven Scrum Master experience Strong stakeholder management skills Strong JIRA...

DevX_POD Lead (Kotlin/Java) Hybrid 60% office-40% Remote - Sheffield Duration: 30/11/2026 Rate £529 MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: Technologies we use in the role (Required): Kotlin, Java, Microservices, REST APIs, SQL/Databases, HTML/JavaScript, Asynchronous messaging / event-driven architectures (Kafka or similar) Proactive person who will own the end to end including resolution of blockers and prioritisation of work. Experience working with standard developer collaboration Tools: Github, Jira, Confluence About the project: Provide day-to-day technical leadership for an agile engineering team, supporting the overall Tech lead to deliver outcomes at pace and with quality. Lead technical input into backlog refinement: break epics/features into well-defined user stories, clarify acceptance criteria, identify dependencies, and ensure work is delivery ready. Support sprint planning by shaping technical approaches, identifying spikes, and helping the team...