49 jobs found in Chippenham

Contract Java SDET 📍 Location: Swindon (1 day per week on‑site) 📆 Duration: 6 Months 💼 IR35 Status: Inside IR35 💰 Rate: £450p/d – £475p/d Opus is working with a leading consultancy to secure a Contract Java SDET. You’ll be responsible for building and maintaining automated test frameworks, ensuring high‑quality delivery across complex engineering projects. Ideal for someone who’s hands‑on with Java, API testing, and modern automation tooling. 🛠️ Tech Stack / Experience Java Selenium / Playwright REST API automation CI/CD (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab) BDD tooling (Cucumber) AWS Exposure 📩 Interested? Apply now or send your latest CV to (url removed) ASAP! If you haven’t heard back within 48 hours, please assume your application was not successful this time

Senior Java Developer | Financial Services | 6‑month contract | £500–£550 | | Inside IR35 | Hybrid Swindon A leading financial services organisation in Swindon is looking for an experienced Senior Java Developer to join an established engineering team working on high‑availability, business‑critical payment systems. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys complex backend engineering, secure transaction processing, and contributing to a mature agile environment. The Role You’ll be joining a team where you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the organisation’s core card platform. Your work will involve a blend of feature development, system optimisation, and technical problem‑solving across a highly regulated, high‑volume environment. What We’re Looking For Strong commercial experience with Java 17 and modern engineering frameworks Solid skills in SQL, Spring Boot, and Hibernate development practices Proven ability to build microservices and...

Lead Health and Safety Environmental Officer Swindon (full time on site) 12 Month Contract Inside IR35 Belcan are working with a central government department with a mission to protect our country and provide the ultimate guarantee of its security and independence, as well as helping to protect its values and interests abroad. We are recruiting for the position of Lead Health and Safety Environmental Officer for a 12-month contract. The role itself is based on site, so there is a requirement to have to attend site 5 days per week. SC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks. Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position (short-term nature of this role and speed at which we require a postholder in situ) preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance. As a Lead Health and Safety Environmental Officer, your main...

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a T400 Stress Engineer on an initial 5 -month contract. Role: T400 Stress Engineer Pay: £46 - £52 per hour Via Umbrella + Shift allowance Location: Broughton / Filton Contract: Monday to Thursday 8:45pm - 6:00am, 5-month contract IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance: BPSS Responsibilities Perform static structural analysis on both composite and metallic structures. Analyse and validate Metallic, Composites / Hybrids structures at component level for Static strength, F&DT and produce relevant strength margins or reserve factors according to validated and applicable methods & sizing processes. Ability to provide stress analyses for the repair/acceptance of metallic, composites/hybrids structures. Ensure airworthiness requirements for aircraft structures. Essential Skills Ideally held T400 Concessions Approval previously Experience with other aircrafts, military aircraft or product knowledge. Desirable Skills...

Job title: Senior HR & Business Partner Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start date: ASAP Duration: 12 Months Pay rate: £Market Led Location: Bristol Hours of work: 40 Hours Per Week - 3 Days Required in Office/ 2 days WFH Role information: As the Senior HR & BP, you will be central to building a robust, compliant, and people focused HR framework for a growing engineering consultancy. You will partner closely with the UK Managing Director and the Business Area Head of HR, you will lead the full HR scope for the UK perimeter while ensuring alignment with UK employment law and client governance. Your initial priority will be strong HR Business Partnering: supporting managers, enhancing employee experience, and strengthening day to day HR operations. Alongside this, you will shape and implement the HR processes, tools, and policies needed for a consistent and high quality people experience across the organisation. Responsibilities will include: - Partnering...

Are you looking for a new contract assignment? Do you have experience designing mechanical components and systems for the aerospace industry? If so, this position could be perfect for you! Our client (a growing, well-respected, and market-leading aerospace manufacturing organisation) is looking to recruit several mechanical design engineers on a contract basis to support with a large package of work. Contract Aerospace Mechanical Design Engineer Inside IR35 Contract 6-month Contract Duration Bristol - 4 days on site (1 WFH) Multiple Positions Available Contract Aerospace Mechanical Design Engineer Job Description Design and develop a range of mechanical high precision components Prepare scheme drawings, and detail manufacturing drawings for production Perform mechanical component development and integration Solve a variety of mechanical engineering issues and improve existing designs Utilise CATIA V5Contract Aerospace Mechanical Design Engineer Essential...

QA Team Manager – Children’s Social Care3‑month interim contract – to start ASAP South West £40–£45 per hour Inside IR35 (via umbrella) Hybrid working 2/3 days on site CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place shortly. Reporting into the Head of Quality Assurance & Performance, you will lead the development, analysis and delivery of high‑quality intelligence, performance reporting and insight across Children’s Social Care. This role is critical to supporting service improvement, ensuring compliance with statutory reporting requirements, and providing senior leaders with clear, accurate and timely analysis to drive decision‑making. You will work closely with Heads of Service, Team Managers, partners and corporate performance colleagues to strengthen data quality, embed effective performance frameworks, and support the service in understanding trends, risks and areas requiring intervention. You must have substantial experience working within a...

Location: Stevenage OR Bristol (fully onsite) Duration: 12 month contract Rate: £65ph UMB (Inside IR35) Role details: Our client, a leading consultancy in the defence and aerospace sector, is currently seeking a C# Software Engineer to join their dynamic team. This is a contract position available in either Stevenage or Bristol, with an initial duration of 12 months and the potential for extension. Key Responsibilities: The role supports the development of the world's most advanced defence systems from concept through to in-service support and training, utilising a range of simulation technologies such as digital twins and emulators. Collaborating with Project Leads and Simulation Architects, you will design and develop simulation components representing an end-to-end weapon system in a synthetic environment using C#, C++, and integration simulations, adhering to industry standards. You will be a part of a heterogeneous agile development team consisting of engineers from...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 5x C# / C++ Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract.  Desktop C# is the expertise the department are looking for; with some experience with C++ but doesn’t need to be overly extensive. Job Title: C# / C++ Software Engineer Rate: £65.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage or Bristol (depending on your preference) Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be a hybrid role of 3 or 4 days per week onsite Contract: 37 Hours per week Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) C# / C++ Software Engineer Job Description: WSSE are integral in the development of weapon systems and system architectures, and as a result we have developed a capability supporting developments across the full product life cycle.   The team integrate real products, models...

Are you an experienced Architectural Technician with experience in the nuclear or defence sectors (Or similar)? Ready to shape the future of the UK's most secure and technically demanding infrastructure projects with a large international consultancy? Job Title: Architectural Technician Location: Bristol Contract Length: Initial 12-month contract Rate: DoE (This role falls inside IR35) The Opportunity We're recruiting for skilled Architectural Technician or part ll to join one of the world's leading design and engineering consultancies. With a strong pipeline of secured work across the UK nuclear and defence landscape working on front-end design. You'll be part of an expert, multidisciplinary team working on high-value defence facilities, secure government estates, and nuclear-grade installations. Whether you specialise in front-end concept design or technical delivery through RIBA Stage 3/4+, your expertise will directly support national capability and resilience. The...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Java Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.     Job Title: Java Software Engineer Rate: £65.00 per hour Location: Bristol Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be onsite – a compressed 4 day week (Monday to Thursday is fine) 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)                                                                                                                                           Interview Process: One stage Video Interview Java Software Engineer Job Description: The team, at the Bristol facility, develop solutions for the next generation of Air Defence Systems; developing evolving products whilst maintaining their enviable reputation for safety, performance and dependability. This...

Senior Finance Business Partner Contract until March 2027 - Inside IR35 Bristol Based (60% onsite) Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our renowned manufacturing client for a Senior Finance Business Partner to work within a procurement ops team providing Financial direction for the Commercial Strategy. You will lead the financial decision process to support commercial decision making in the tendering of detail parts and the subsequent impact of tendering decisions on the financial health and performance of the detail parts supply chain (£200m+). Key challenges in this role will include continuous stakeholder management across multiple interfaces (accounting and procurement up to “Head ofs”), and negotiating with procurement suppliers on key financial topics and performance improvement plans. There will be recurring and ad-hoc activities in this varied role. Typical responsibilities will include; Lead the financial decision process to support commercial decision making...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract. Job Title:  Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bristol (depending on your preference) Hybrid / Remote working: 4 days a week likely onsite (likely could be lower on a week by week basis; depending on work). 1 day remote. (flexible on start and finish time). A compressed 4 day week (Monday to Thursday) a possibility. 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 our customer’s needs. Within this role...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 5x Embedded Software V&V Engineer subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract.  Skills in C, C++ or ADA are beneficial.  A defence or aerospace industry background would also be great.   Rate: £70.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bristol, depending on your preference. Hybrid / Remote working: Full time on site (occasional work from home day) (The company are happy with a 4 day week) 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) Interview process: 1 stage video interview   Embedded Software V&V Engineer Job Description:   The department create the complex, highly reliable real-time software that powers missile systems and their components, ensuring that they provide the performance and functionality our users require when they...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Java Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.    Job Title: Java Software Engineer Rate: £65.00 per hour Location: Bristol Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be onsite – a compressed 4 day week (Monday to Thursday is fine) 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)   Java Software Engineer Job Description: The team, at the Bristol facility, develop solutions for the next generation of Air Defence Systems; developing evolving products whilst maintaining their enviable reputation for safety, performance and dependability. This is a very hands-on role and requires the continued design and development of new and evolving software tools and architectures, and the instantiations for future products. Perfect...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bristol is currently looking to recruit an Algorithm Software Engineer on an initial 6 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: 6 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: Work alongside algorithm engineers and technical expert to transcode a large, complex legacy algorithm codebase from ADA to Matlab As part of a wider team, define, distribute and review core activities to enable efficient completion of the transcoding within project...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bristol is currently looking to recruit a C++ Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 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: 6 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 company are a world leader in missile and missile systems looking for a highly capable and adaptable to join our Development Facility in Bristol. Join the growing dynamic Software team in Bristol in developing the latest mission-critical defence systems....

JAVA Software Engineer JOB LOCATION: Bristol SECURITY: SC is Must DURATION: 12+ Months (Possibility for Extensions) TYPE: Contract WORK PATTERN: Mon –Fri – Full time onsite/ Open to 4 days compressed PAY RATE: £65 /hr (Umbrella Inside IR35) Overview of Department: Our team, at our Bristol facility, develop solutions for the next generation of Air Defence Systems; developing evolving products whilst maintaining our enviable reputation for safety, performance and dependability. Responsibilities: This is a very hands-on role and requires the continued design and development of new and evolving software tools and architectures, and the instantiations for future products. Perfect for a Software Engineer who is proactive and takes the initiative. Skillset / Experience Required: • A strong background in software engineering, its realisation and system wide impact. • Experience of working in Java • Collaborative, open approach to development and have the ability to work well...

Desktop Support Engineer (SC Cleared) Location: Gloucester (100% Onsite) Contract: 6 Months Initially Start Date: March (ASAP) Rate: £200 - £220 per day (Inside IR35) About the Role Our client is seeking an experienced SC Cleared Desktop Support Engineer to join their team in Gloucester. This role is fully onsite and plays a key part in ensuring the smooth operation of their IT systems, supporting end-users, and maintaining technical excellence across the organisation. You will be responsible for diagnosing and resolving technical issues, supporting Windows 10/Microsoft Managed Desktop environments, and assisting with IT infrastructure tasks to minimise downtime and enhance productivity. Key Responsibilities Technical Support & Issue Resolution * Troubleshoot and resolve issues across networks, applications, Windows 10, hardware, software, VPNs, printers, and mobile devices. * Manage incident queues and ensure timely response to reactive and proactive incidents....

A client within the Public Sector based in Gloucestershire is currently recruiting for an Assistant Project Manager (Highways) to join their Traffic Engineering team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full-time, temporary position on an ongoing basis, initially for 6 months (with the potential to be extended or made permanent), with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority highways or engineering environment. The Role Key purpose of the role: To support the delivery of traffic engineering and local highway improvement schemes that improve road safety, promote sustainable travel, and enhance the quality of life for communities across Gloucestershire. Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: • Supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of highway and traffic engineering projects. • Assisting with project documentation, programme monitoring, cost tracking, and reporting. • Liaising with designers,...