124 jobs found in Reading

Job Title: Insurance Specialist - SC Location: Green Park, Reading / Hybrid (2 days/week on site) Contract Duration: 12 Months Daily Rate: £31.79/hr (Umbrella) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC Minimum Requirement: Experience with business assurance, business travel, public liability etc Strong stakeholder management Abilit to hit the ground running Could turn into a permanent opportunity MS Packages Advanced excel Sharepoint – Desirable Public or Private – providing the experience is there Foundation IN CII – Desirable Key Accountabilities: Timely handling of insurance enquiries. Timely processing of insurance claims (in collaboration with insurers). Developing and maintaining working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. Maintaining and promoting high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and being a great team player. Key Responsibilities: Applying insurance expertise to correctly handle insurance...

Senior Hardware Engineer (Avionics) 6 month contract – Inside IR35 – 4 days p/week on site (Marlow) Role – We are seeking a hardware design engineer with broad experience across the field of electronics, and ideally a deep understanding of RF design, to join the avionics of our client based in Buckinghamshire. The individual will be able to work independently within their sphere of experience to develop, test and qualify a portfolio of aerospace products. The candidate should preferably have experience in the defence and aerospace domain and be able to support the complete lifecycle from requirements and concept, detailed design and through to production readiness. Key responsibilities – * Ownership of the derived hardware requirements for the products * Detailed design activities for electronics, including simulation, schematic design and support to PCB layout * Creation of technical documentation in line with system engineering process * Presentation at peer and...

A client within the Public Sector based in Hampshire is currently recruiting for a Maintenance Surveyor to join their Property Services Team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full-time, temporary position on an ongoing basis, with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority within a housing repairs and maintenance environment. The Role  To deliver an effective and efficient Repairs & Maintenance service, carrying out pre- and post-inspections, technical surveys, and providing detailed reports to support responsive repairs, voids, cyclical works and complex building issues. The role will ensure works are delivered to quality standards, within budget, and in line with statutory and health & safety requirements. Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: • Carrying out diagnostic inspections, surveys and preparing technical reports for responsive repairs, voids and major/complex works. • Managing contractor...

Mazak CNC Machinist - Programmer/Setter/Operator Farnborough, Hampshire 12-Month Contract (Highly Likely Extension) £22.50/hr PAYE (£25.77/hr incl. holiday) | £30.80/hr Umbrella Inside IR35 We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mazak CNC Machinist to join a well-established aerospace engineering company based in Farnborough. This is a long-term contract opportunity with strong prospects for extension-the current contractor has been on site for nearly two years. The Role: You will be responsible for the programming, setting, and operating of Mazak CNC machines, producing high-precision components for the aerospace sector. Initial shift pattern: Day shift - 7:30am to 4:00pm (1:00pm finish on Fridays) Future shift pattern: Alternating double shifts Week 1: 6:00am - 2:00pm Week 2: 2:00pm - 10:00pm Opportunity to receive training on Sliding Head machines The Company: You'll be working for a leading manufacturer of aerospace sensor systems, producing components...

Job Title: Production Operative - Temperature Sensors Location: Farnborough Contract: 12-Month Contract INSIDE IR35 Pay Rate: £18.90 per hour (Umbrella) Working Hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 4:00pm Friday: 7:30am - 1:30pm The Role We are currently recruiting for a Production Operative to join a specialist manufacturing team based in Farnborough on a 12-month contract. This role will involve hands-on assembly work within a dedicated production cell, manufacturing high-quality temperature sensors. You will receive full training and on-the-job support, making this a great opportunity for both experienced candidates and those at the early stages of their engineering careers. Key Responsibilities Soldering and welding of temperature sensor components Working to engineering drawings and written instructions Assembling components to a high-quality standard Following all quality, safety, and production procedures Working effectively within a small, supportive production...

Job Title: Supply Chain Manager - FM Location: Hybrid - Farnborough or Bristol Duration: 6 months Rate: Up to £650/day (Umbrella, Inside IR35) SC Clearance required (must actively hold or be able to obtain) Our client is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to deliver best-in-class procurement services for technical equipment, engineered products, systems, software, and components. You will negotiate favourable terms and long-term contracts, drive volume discounts, and oversee the entire sourcing process from requisition through delivery. The role calls for a deep understanding of technology trends, market dynamics, and supplier strategies within Defence, Engineering, and/or Cyber domains. Key Responsibilities: Negotiate contracts and volume discounts with suppliers. Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for technical and custom products. Build and maintain supplier relationships to support future business aspirations. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of...

Job Role: IT Buyer Location: Farnborough (Onsite twice a week) Rate: Negotiable (Inside IR35 via Umbrella) 6 Month Contract Requires Active SC clearance Role Purpose: The IT Buyer will play a key role in supporting the Defence company's major ERP transformation programme, transitioning from SAP and Ariba to a new Oracle ERP solution. This role will be responsible for delivering end-to-end procurement and supplier management activities related to IT software, implementation services, licensing, and associated technology solutions. You will ensure procurement activity aligns with corporate governance, MoD/Defence standards, and project timelines, delivering best value while mitigating commercial and contractual risks. Key Responsibilities: Procurement & Sourcing Lead sourcing activities for IT systems, software, and implementation services to support the ERP replacement programme (Oracle ERP implementation). Develop, issue, and manage RFPs/RFQs, supplier evaluations,...

Supply Chain Manager - Defence Sector (Inside IR35) Contract: 12 months initially Location: Flexible UK base - 3 days per week in Brussels initially Day Rate: Negotiable (Umbrella only) Security Clearance: Active SC or DV required An exciting contract opportunity for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to join a high-profile defence export programme. You'll play a key role in developing and managing international supply chain operations, supporting a multi-functional PMO team working with European defence partners. Responsibilities Lead procurement and supply chain activities across an international defence programme. Build and manage supplier relationships and develop supplier strategies. Identify and qualify suitable suppliers within the EU. Negotiate commercial agreements and ensure compliance with governance and timelines. Mitigate supply chain risks and contribute to successful project delivery. Collaborate with UK and European stakeholders to drive programme...

Job Title: Salesforce Tech Lead Location: Windsor, UK (Hybrid – onsite once per week) Contract Length: 6 Months (View to extend) Start Date: 5 January 2026 Rate: £450/day (Inside IR35) Overview: We are seeking an experienced Salesforce Tech Lead to join a high-performing agile team supporting a major digital transformation programme. The ideal candidate will be both technically strong and able to guide and mentor team members while ensuring high-quality code delivery. Responsibilities: * Contribute to sprint planning, refinement, and scoping. * Support solution architects by breaking down complex technical requirements. * Ensure timely delivery of assigned tickets while meeting acceptance criteria. * Conduct technical spikes and research into emerging technologies. * Perform code reviews and uphold development standards. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams on API integrations. * Work closely with QA to troubleshoot and resolve issues. * Mentor junior...

Finance Data Specialist - Transformation Lead | S4 | Finance | Account | £750/day Inside IR35 | Contract | 12 Months |Slough | HYBRID working | Data | Governance | Our client is seeking a confident and experienced Finance Data Specialist with a good understanding of S4 / masterdata elements and ensuring data is structured to meet the varying needs of performance management, tax, regulatory etc. In your role you'll lead initiatives to simplify and standardise finance data models, rationalise master data structures, and embed governance frameworks that enable trusted, insight-driven decision-making. You will be independent and proactive in your work and an expert in finance data. Required Experience: Minimum 5+ years' experience in similar roles at a senior level Strong Accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA Expertise of finance data strategy and governance, ideally with exposure to S/4HANA master data. Understanding of finance processes (e.g., Procure-to-Pay, Vendor Master...

Software Engineer - SC Cleared £600 - £680 a day (Inside IR35) Location: Woking Hybrid - 3 days a week on site Duration: 6 months Clearance: SC Clearance required You will join a consultancy delivering digital transformation to the MoD. Areas of Responsibility: Writing clean, secure code following a test-driven approach Create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse Translate logical designs into physical designs Produce detailed designs Effectively document all work using required standards, methods and tools, including prototyping tools where appropriate Work with well understood and emerging technologies and identify appropriate patterns Integrating API / UI components with existing data stores and APIs Maintain and develop existing architectural components including Data Ingest, Data Stores and REST APIs Participate in sprint ceremonies with the agile team, attending daily stand-ups, epic decomposition, demos and planning sessions. Assist the wider team...

New Model/NPI Manufacturing Engineer (INSIDE IR35) About this Position Our Manufacturing Engineering team is expanding to support future growth plans. With new models come greater opportunities to develop and standardise processes that ensure every vehicle is built to the highest quality. This role is central to the success of manufacturing operations, overseeing the processes and complexities of building new models – from initial concept designs through prototypes into full series production. The position offers significant variety, with exposure to multiple projects and collaboration across concept design, engineering, and operations, giving the opportunity to influence projects from start to finish. Job Responsibilities * Create and develop deliverables for each new model introduction, including: * Vehicle assembly concept * Transition from virtual environment to physical validation and delivery * Process sequencing,...

CK Group are recruiting for an Omnichannel Strategy Manager, to join a global pharmaceutical company, based in Uxbridge, on a contract basis for 12 months. Salary: Hourly pay up to £49.00 per hour PAYE and inside IR35. Omnichannel Strategy Manager Role: Working on omnichannel brand campaigns, and tactics;  Delivering omnichannel insights and recommendations for ongoing campaigns Leveraging Digital Capabilities and Customer Engagement Excellence principles, standards, and best practices to drive results for the business. Identify and run experiments with capabilities team to pilot/scale future digital marketing capabilities. Your Background: Fluent in English plus either Italian or Spanish (fluent) must have. Extensive experience in Digital /Omnichannel Marketing, including marketing/customer engagement strategy, Experience in brand/business planning, analytics, and multi-channel marketing operations.  Company: Our client is the global leader in enabling pharma, biotech, and...

HCC are currently looking for EHC Coordinators (SEN Caseworkers) 3 month contract with possible extension Inside IR35 Fully Remote Full time hours onlyPAYE - £235 Umbrella/ LTD - £307 Essentials Experience of working in similar role within an LA - 12 months minimum ideally longer to experience the whole cycle. Must be competent to talk about their previous caseloads and experience as well as the statutory process, 250+ caseloads experience Must have experience in tribunals and preparing packs etc. Must have experience carrying out 20 week assessment workRole Profile Manage the EHC needs assessment process for a set locality. The key contact and responsible for carrying out day to day casework, ensuring quality, consistency and the effective prioritisation of tasks for a set number of cases within a locality. Ensure that all processes and decisions are accurately recorded on the SEN data base and the casework file and that all relevant parties are informed Ensure that all...

Salesforce Senior Administrator Remote - occasional visits to the Watford office 12 month contract Inside IR35 This area is a rapidly growing car benefit provider particularly in electric vehicles. They have traditionally had a strong public sector customer base which over the last two years has seen a dramatic growth in leading blue chip corporate businesses wanting to improve their green credentials. The IT team need to support the business to meet the needs and expectations of these customers. The Salesforce IT team is responsible for designing and building Salesforce to the appropriate standards. They are looking for Salesforce administrators with experience in implementing Agentforce or Experience Cloud to bolster the skills within their internal Salesforce team for the next 12 months. The purpose of the role is to help our internal team to implement Agentforce for customer service teams and Experience Cloud as a customer portal that will improve staff productivity and...

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter Contract Role - 3 Months Rolling Location: Acton, West London Hourly Rate: £39.24 p/hour - Inside IR35 Working Hours: Day Shift About the Role: We are currently recruiting experienced Mechanical Fitters to work on a significant project at a renowned railway engineering facility in Acton, West London. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the S Stock upgrade works in the rail industry. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £39.24 and a chance to work on high-profile projects within the rail sector. Key Responsibilities: Reading and following detailed work instructions and component assembly drawings Using a variety of hand tools, bearing press, and power tools Setting and using a Torque Wrench, including witness marking Operating overhead cranes and workshop equipment (training will be provided) Using basic measuring tools, including Vernier calipers, micrometers, and rulers Maintaining complex systems and machinery to the highest...

Are you a Senior Document Controller with Supplier Document Management experience in the Oil and Gas industry? Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our Engineering consulting client for a Senior Document Controller to work 5 days onsite in Surrey, operating inside IR35 for 12 months initially.     Under broad direction you’ll oversee and perform the full range of activities associated with document management work. You’ll be responsible for the development and execution of the document management plan and incorporating contractual requirements. You’ll guides and supervise personnel in the setup and execution of document management systems and processes as well as develop procedures and job notes. Other duties to include; Collaborates within the department, interfaces between functions, and with the Client to ensure that work processes are aligned. Ensure document management deliverable requirements are understood and achieved. Communicate/liaison with Project...

Mechanical Supervisor Middle Wallop 6-Month Contract Paying up to £41p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance - please only apply if suitable Key Responsibilities: Deliver aircraft maintenance under MAA MRP Part 145 approval or under the approval of the MOD customer. Assembly, disassembly, modification or repair of aircraft systems /structures /electronics /components. Upgrading aerospace components to correct failures or implement changes. Perform routine troubleshooting of complex aircraft systems, such as pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical/electronic to isolate faults and repair faulty components IAW technical information published in authorised maintenance documents. Be flexible with work locations and work times to ensure aircraft are delivered on time to the customer. Provide advice, guidance and mentoring to peers and others appropriate to their role. Mitigate...

Avionic Technician Middle Wallop 6-Month Contract Paying up to £38p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance - please only apply if suitable Key Responsibilities: Deliver aircraft maintenance under MAA MRP Part 145 approval or under the approval of the MOD customer. Assembly, disassembly, modification or repair of aircraft systems /structures /electronics /components. Upgrading aerospace components to correct failures or implement changes. Perform routine troubleshooting of complex aircraft systems, such as pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical/electronic to isolate faults and repair faulty components IAW technical information published in authorised maintenance documents. Be flexible with work locations and work times to ensure aircraft are delivered on time to the customer. Provide advice, guidance and mentoring to peers and others appropriate to their role. Mitigate...

£300 per day | Hybrid (Morden) We’re seeking an experienced Project Manager to support and lead high-profile, cross-council projects within the Environment, Civic Pride & Climate Directorate coupled with housing or planning capabilites.  In this role, you’ll manage end-to-end delivery, maintain project documentation, track risks and dependencies, coordinate reporting, and work closely with stakeholders across the organisation. You’ll ensure projects meet time, quality, and governance standards while driving best-practice project management. Key Skills & Experience: Significant experience working autonomously in a complex project management environment Proven delivery of high-profile, cross-cutting projects in large organisations (ideally housing or planning) Strong understanding of project methodologies (Prince2 desirable) Excellent documentation, reporting, planning, and governance skills Confident managing risks, issues, benefits and interdependencies Strong...