54 jobs found in Bridgend

Electrical Maintenance Engineer (Manufacturing) Port Talbot £35 per hour (Umbrella) Inside IR35 3 month initial contract with extension opportunities Excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer from a manufacturing background looking to join a truly market leading company with an immediate start for an initial 3 month contract. Do you have maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment with a wide range of mechanical equipment? Are you looking for an immediate start on a 3 month contract in an automated FMCG environment? This company are a global manufacturer who supply customers the world over. They have a state of the art manufacturing site that has a range of high tech automated equipment after recent investment and are rapidly growing despite operating for over 70 years. Due to their continued success they are now looking to add to their specialist team. In this role you will be working as part of an established maintenance team where you will...

Production Operative Glascoed 37 hours per week 12 Months Inside IR35 Our client BAE Systems are currently recruiting Production Operators to play a crucial role in various areas on the shop floor at their Glascoed site. This position involves operating a diverse array of equipment, from machinery to mobile work tools, and involves manual handling in alignment with set Standard Operating Procedures, quality standards, and comprehensive risk assessments. The role is focussed specifically on following the Manufacturing instructions & following the guidance of the Cell Leader. Role Responsibilities • Follow site safety procedures and wear necessary protective gear. • Engage in audits and discussions to maintain a safe work environment in line with regulations. • Ensure work meets quality standards set for the process. • Accurately document work-related data to enhance process improvement. • Manage inventory effectively to minimise waste and handle...

Quality Engineer Glascoed Based £30.41 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35 12 Month Contract initially. This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading Defence organisations based In Glascoed. Typical duties include (but are not limited to): Review Shop Floor records (e.g. 'SMDCP' documents), 'First Off' items for Quality Dept. approval, technical specifications, drawings, and endorse Certificates of Conformity as an approved signatory. Perform Internal Audits, support External Audits, and support the development of audit responses and robust corrective actions which prevent identified problems from ever happening again. Monitor and analyse reject, rework, and RFT data, and present information to management Monitor and support non-conformance / quality issue management ('CAR', 'Q1', 'Q2', 'Q3', etc.) Drive and support targeted CI (Continuous Improvement) activities, focussing on (A) Reduced Rejects and Costs  (B) Improved operational workflows, throughput, and...

NCR Quality Engineer 📍 Bridgewater, Somerset (Minimum 3 days on-site) 📅 Contract: 42 Weeks (Potential Extension) 💷 up to £207 PAYE / £281.35 Umbrella DOE (Inside IR35) Are you an experienced Quality professional looking to play a key role on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects? We're supporting a major nuclear energy programme and are seeking an NCR Quality Engineer to provide first-line support to the Quality team and Responsible Designer, ensuring SWITCH NCR processes meet business requirements and regulatory standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant, safety-critical project driving the UK's low-carbon future. 🚀 The Role As an NCR Quality Engineer, you will: Provide operational support for SWITCH NCR processes Lead and support tool improvements (SWITCH & PowerBI) Coordinate and support technical releases via JIRA (Accenture drops) Own and maintain SWITCH NCR guidance documentation Manage the SWITCH...

General Foreman/ Foreperson Bridgwater £400 per day (Inside IR35, PAYE or Umbrella) Job Description An excellent contract opportunity has arisen for a General Foreman to join a multi-million-pound Highways project. This role will see you take charge of daily site operations, managing subcontractors, coordinating logistics, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to the required quality standards. Responsibilities You will oversee all site operations, coordinate personnel and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and programme requirements. You’ll manage logistics including plant, labour and materials, maintain accurate site records and daily diaries, and report progress to the site management team. You’ll carry out site inspections, lead toolbox talks, and ensure temporary works and permits are in place. Strong leadership and communication will be essential in driving works forward and maintaining a productive site culture. Requirements You must have a...

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...

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...

Stress Engineers Lead and Senior, Design Engineer Lead and Senior - Composite Aerostructures - Filton , UK. Our Aerospace client based in Filton, Bristol, UK, require a Several Stress Engineers and Several Design Engineers including Lead Stress and Design Engineers to support a both new Civil and  Defence aerostructures design programs. Candidates with good composite Aerostructures Design ,or Analysis experience are sought.. CATIA V5, NX, CPD, Fibersim - NASTRAN , Patran etc.. These roles are offered on a contract basis inside IR35 regulations and is therefore paid PAYE through Strongfield Consultants. Candidates should be prepared to under go BPSS Security Clearance for this role initially with possibility of higher clearance later for Defence related program .  Hybrid working week of 3 days onsite and 2 days at home possible

Role: Delivery Lead / Scrum Master Type: Contract (6 Months) Location: Bristol, UK Working Model: Hybrid (2/3 Days in office per Week) Telecom Industry Experience Required. Payrate: £400 - £500 per day INSIDE IR35 Umbrella The Mission We need an experienced Delivery Lead to drive high-priority Data & Analytics initiatives for a major Telco. You will lead a cross-functional squad (onshore & offshore) to deliver a GCP platform re-architecture and automated self-serve reporting (Qlik/Looker/PowerBI). What You'll Do Lead Delivery: Manage sprint ceremonies, backlogs, and flow for data engineering and analytics teams. Manage Vendors: Coordinate effectively with offshore partners to ensure seamless delivery. Unblock: Navigate complex data dependencies and remove impediments across the business.The "Must-Haves" Telecom Experience: Mandatory prior experience in the Telco industry. Data Fluency: Proven success delivering data pipelines and BI projects (not just software/web)....

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....

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...