101 jobs found in Chatham

Senior Test Solutions Engineer - 1760 Onsite in Basildon Intially until 27/01/27 (might be extended) £60ph, UMB inside IR35 SC required, can start on BPSS clearance Our client, a leading name in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Senior Test Solutions Engineer to join their team on a contract basis in Basildon. This role involves supporting the design, development, and ongoing support of electro-optical test equipment and test processes for Leonardo's range of Precision Guidance products, through the development to production stages. Key Responsibilities: Interpreting product-level test requirements to support the definition and implementation of test strategies and systems Supporting the design and commissioning of test systems used in development and production Participating in the integration, verification, and validation of test solutions Performing hands-on laboratory testing and measurement using electro-optical instrumentation Writing and reviewing...

Senior Test Engineer Basildon 6-month contract Paying up to £60p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - Due to the nature of the work, you'll be required to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security Clearance (SC Clearance) Overview: As a Senior Test Engineer, you will support the design, development, and ongoing support of electro-optical test equipment and test processes for a range of Precision Guidance products - from early development through to production. Responsibilities: Interpreting product-level test requirements to support the definition and implementation of test strategies and systems Supporting the design and commissioning of test systems used in development and production Participating in the integration, verification, and validation of test solutions Performing hands-on laboratory testing and measurement using electro-optical instrumentation Writing and reviewing technical documentation including test procedures and user instructions Working closely...

Lead Firmware Engineer Basildon 6-Month Contract Paying up to £88p/h (Inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Firmware requirements capture and management. FPGA design and analysis. Production of documentation for other engineers and evidence for design reviews. Development of FPGA test andFPGA integrationplans. Performsystem integrationwork with PCB designers and embedded software engineers. Support all firmware designs through the company firmware process - training will be given. Modification of existing firmware designs and test benches. Making technical decisions and mitigating technical risk forFirmware designactivities. Essential Skills & Experience Using FPGA technologies especially from either Xilinx, Microsemi (Actel) or Lattice and their tools. Advancedverification techniquesusing eitherVHDLorSystem Verilog/ UVM. Specifying complex timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route. Ability to analyse system-level requirements and derive detailed...

Paint Technician – Dagenham Details * Contract- Inside IR35, running until the end of the year. – Potential extensions beyond. * Rates: £32.76 - 36.04 p/h (UMB) * PAYE rates also available. * Shift: Early and late rotating weekly (Mon – Fri, 6:00 – 14:00 & Mon – Thurs 14:00 – 12:00) * Overtime available Role Overview On behalf of our client, an Automotive manufacturer we are currently recruiting a number of contract Paint Sprayers & Polishers to join their team in Pontypool. The Paint Sprayer role sits within the Operations & Logistics team and has primary responsibility for the painting and refinishing of commercial automotive parts using HVLP equipment. Key Activities * Applying “wet on wet” and producing parts to the highest standard meeting all conformity requirements. * Mix and match paint according to specifications, ensuring no surfacing issues. * Apply paint to surfaces utilising your expertise on the spray guns. * Be proficient in using...

Placement Officer Lewisham Contract £169.68 per day PAYE or £223.13 per day limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Placement Officer 2 days remote 3 days in the office An experienced Employment Specialists who can confidently manage a caseload, work with young people and residents with complex barriers, record accurately on case management systems, collect compliance documentation, and work with multi-agency partners delivering outreach and onboarding pathways to build their caseloads. Candidates must have direct experience supporting people into employment, education or training outcomes. Candidates must also be confident working with participants who may have additional needs, including SEND/LDD, youth justice experience, risk of homelessness, or involvement with statutory services. Short summary about the job and location This is one of several roles we are currently recruiting for please visit our website for more opportunities....

Workday Test Manager Contract until December 2026 £500–£700 per day DOE (Inside IR35) Location: London or Manchester (Hybrid with remote flexibility) Overview We’re partnering with a fast-growing, technology-led organisation undertaking a significant Workday programme, and are looking to appoint an experienced Workday Test Manager to support delivery through to the end of 2026. This is a key role within the People function, reporting into the Head of Digital People Experience, with responsibility for ensuring high-quality testing across Workday initiatives. The Role As Workday Test Manager, you will take ownership of testing across ongoing Workday activity, ensuring robust quality assurance and successful delivery. You’ll work closely with both technical and functional stakeholders across the business, initially focused on the HCM module, with broader exposure across the Workday ecosystem. What We’re Looking For Proven experience as a Test Manager within Workday...

An established space and aerospace engineering organisation is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to support the design and development of complex, precision-engineered products. You’ll take mechanical designs from concept through to manufacturing, working across product development, test equipment, tooling and associated assemblies. This is a 6-12 month inside IR35 contract with strong likelihood of extension. Key Responsibilities for the Mechanical Engineer Develop mechanical designs and manufacturing drawings using Creo. Support SRR, PDR, CDR and other design reviews. Produce design reports, test plans and technical documentation. Work with manufacturing and process engineers to deliver practical solutions. Resolve complex design challenges and support FEA, thermal and stress analysis. Consider DFM, DFA, materials, cost and lead times throughout development. About You Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent. Experience in space, aerospace or similarly complex...

Class 2A–2F Registered Building Inspector Location: Essex Working: Hybrid Rate: £75 per hour IR35: Inside IR35 Contract: Interim | 3 days per week Panoramic Associates is working with a Local Authority in Essex that is looking for an experienced Registered Building Inspector to join their Building Control team on an interim basis. This role is for a Class 2A–2F who can step into a busy Local Authority environment and take ownership of a broad range of building control work. You’ll be trusted to make sound technical decisions, deal confidently with complex applications and inspections, and provide clear advice to applicants, contractors and internal stakeholders. What you'll be doing Enforce the Building Regulations, Building Act and associated legislation across a range of projects, including complex developments. Examine and assess Building Regulation applications, negotiating with applicants to identify compliant solutions where appropriate. Authorise the approval or...

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Interim Assistant Director Finance & Governance and deputy S151 Officer to join this Local Authority for an initial period of 6 months. As the Interim Assistant Director Finance & Governance and deputy S151 will provide strategic leadership across the Council's Finance and Governance Services, including Revenues and Benefits, Commercial and Procurement, and Audit and Risk. You will also provide expert financial and governance advice to senior leaders and elected members, lead the delivery of key priorities, policies and strategies, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. The role will support income generation and service improvement, promote collaboration and best practice across the organisation, and champion the Council's equality and diversity objectives. The successful candidate will provide visible leadership through clear communication, maintain an office presence of at least three days per week, and lead...

I am working with a Local Authority in Essex who are looking for an Interim Assistant Director of Finance & Governance (Deputy S151 Officer) for 6 months initially. The role is full time and paying £850 umbrella per day (inside IR35) - this can be negotiated for the right candidate. The role is hybrid, 3 days a week on site, 2 days from home. Job Purpose: The postholder will provide strategic leadership across the Council's Finance and Governance Services, including Revenues and Benefits, Commercial and Procurement, and Audit and Risk, while acting as Deputy Section 151 Officer. They will provide expert financial and governance advice to senior leaders and elected members, lead the delivery of key priorities, policies and strategies, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. The role will support income generation and service improvement, promote collaboration and best practice across the organisation, and champion the Council's equality and diversity...

Server Tooling and Orchestration Specialist 4-6 months Remote £610 per day inside IR35 - Umbrella only Active SC cleared or SC eligable The Server Tooling and Orchestration Specialist is responsible for the implementation, optimisation, and ongoing support of various infrastructure tooling and orchestration platforms. These platforms are used to deliver automated request fulfilment, event management and workflow automation across customer environments. The role provides technical ownership of runbooks and integrations with ServiceNow, SCOM, Active Directory, Azure AD / Entra ID and related enterprise platforms. Operating within a highly governed, ITIL-aligned service model, the post-holder ensures automation services are available, secure, compliant and delivered in line with agreed SLAs, change controls and operational standards. Key Responsibilities Administer, support and maintain assigned infrastructure tooling environments including Microsoft System Centre...

We are looking for an experienced Capacity Manager to join a large-scale technology and operations environment. This role will focus on ensuring services, infrastructure, and applications have the capacity required to meet both current and future business demand, while reducing the risk of performance issues and service disruption. Rate: up to £600pd inside ir35 via umbrella Hybrid: Fully Remote Duration: 4 months initial MUST BE CURRENTLY SC CLEARED Key Responsibilities Monitor service, infrastructure, and application capacity trends across the estate. Identify potential capacity constraints and performance risks before they impact users or services. Coordinate capacity planning activities with technical and operational teams. Support major incident management by assessing capacity and resilience impacts. Contribute to service recovery planning where capacity and performance are affected. Produce demand forecasts and growth plans to support strategic decision-making....

Lead Contractor Design Approval Engineer (LCDAE) Location: Remote, with occasional UK office/site attendance Rate: £85-£95 per hour (Inside IR35) Contract Length: Project-based contract Hours: Approximately 8 hours per week, with potential for additional hours Are you an experienced Lead Contractor Design Approval Engineer (LCDAE) looking for a flexible contract opportunity? We're looking to speak with experienced design assurance professionals to support a major UK electricity transmission infrastructure project. The requirement is focused on providing LCDAE support throughout detailed design, with the potential to continue into the construction support phase. This is a specialist part-time requirement, expected to average around 8 hours per week, although additional input may be required depending on design submissions, reviews and project demand. The role will be delivered predominantly remotely, with occasional attendance at office or site meetings where required. Key...

Job Title: Civil Water Engineer Salary: Up to £70 per hour, dependent on experience Location: National - priority locations are Epsom, London, Peterborough and Cambridge Type: Contract, hybrid - typically 3 days per week office/site based About the Role: We are looking for an energetic and experienced Civil Water Engineer to join a talented, multi-disciplinary design team delivering complex and innovative projects across the UK water sector. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering major infrastructure programmes, working on technically challenging projects across the full project lifecycle. You will apply your technical knowledge, experience and problem-solving skills to deliver high-quality engineering solutions, while working collaboratively with colleagues, clients and other disciplines. About the Client: Our client is a leading engineering and infrastructure organisation delivering major projects across the UK and internationally. You will...

Working with a global financial services organisation who are looking for a hands-on Senior Full Stack Developer. Details Location - London Hybrid 3 days / week in office Duration - Initially 6 months Rate - £550-£650 / day Inside IR35 via Umbrella Skills and Experience Required TypeScript, Next.js or React AWS and Terraform Experience providing feedback to engineering teams via code review Exposure to a wide range of languages, frameworks, and cloud technologies Core Competencies: Highly proactive and ability to take ownership Experience working in a fast-paced environment Ideally, financial services experience or investment bankingIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment...

Product Owner Remote 5-6 months initially with a view to extend Market rates inside IR35 - Umbrella only Are you a Product Owner who loves bringing structure to complexity and turning customer needs into clear, bank-ready outcomes? Our client is looking for a strong product leader with business banking experience-particularly around the landing area and customer experience-to help shape and deliver an important banking product roadmap. What you'll be doing: Own product direction across the business banking landing area, with a focus on improving customer experience Translate customer and business needs into actionable product priorities and outcomes Work with stakeholders to ensure delivery stays aligned to banking product domain expectations Drive day-to-day product ownership activities to support continuous progress over the initial assignmentWhat you'll bring: Experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager, with business banking knowledge Strong product domain...

Summer-Browning Associates is building a talent pool of experienced Commercial, Procurement and Contract Management professionals for upcoming Resource Augmentation opportunities across the public sector. We're keen to hear from professionals at who have worked as interims in roles equivalent to civil service grades (HEO, SEO and Grade 7+) for a range of exciting commercial assignments. Contract Details: Location: Primarily London / Hybrid Contract: 6-12 months with extension potential Rates: £400-£750 per day (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: Active SC clearance is highly desirableWe're looking for experience across: Commercial Management Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Contract & Supplier Management Category Management Commercial Delivery Commercial Assurance & Governance Commercial Data, Spend & Performance Analysis Grants & Funding Commercials Procurement Transformation & Capability Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)Categories include: Digital,...

Fully remote UK £450 per day Inside IR35 (via umbrella) 6-month contract with view to extend Experienced Project Manager required to lead strategic Data and AI programmes that transform how data is acquired, governed, managed, and leveraged across the organisation. You will partner with business, product, engineering, data science, and architecture teams to deliver scalable data platforms, AI-enabled capabilities, and enterprise-wide data initiatives Key responsibilities: **Lead end-to-end delivery of complex Data and AI programmes across multiple teams and business functions **Translate business objectives into executable roadmaps, technical requirements, and delivery plans for data, analytics, machine learning, and AI solutions **Drive alignment across Product, Engineering, Data Science, Data Management, Architecture, Governance, and Operations teams **Establish programme governance, reporting, metrics, and delivery mechanisms to provide transparency and drive...

Summer-Browning Associates is building a talent pool of experienced Commercial, Procurement and Contract Management professionals for upcoming Resource Augmentation opportunities across the public sector. We're keen to hear from professionals at who have worked as interims in roles equivalent to civil service grades (HEO, SEO and Grade 7+) for a range of exciting commercial assignments. Contract Details: Location: Primarily London / Hybrid Contract: 6-12 months with extension potential Rates: £400-£750 per day (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: Active SC clearance is highly desirableWe're looking for experience across: Commercial Management Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Contract & Supplier Management Category Management Commercial Delivery Commercial Assurance & Governance Commercial Data, Spend & Performance Analysis Grants & Funding Commercials Procurement Transformation & Capability Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)Categories include: Digital,...

Summer-Browning Associates is building a talent pool of experienced Commercial, Procurement and Contract Management professionals for upcoming Resource Augmentation opportunities across the public sector. We're keen to hear from professionals at who have worked as interims in roles equivalent to civil service grades (HEO, SEO and Grade 7+) for a range of exciting commercial assignments. Contract Details: Location: Primarily London / Hybrid Contract: 6-12 months with extension potential Rates: £400-£750 per day (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: Active SC clearance is highly desirableWe're looking for experience across: Commercial Management Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Contract & Supplier Management Category Management Commercial Delivery Commercial Assurance & Governance Commercial Data, Spend & Performance Analysis Grants & Funding Commercials Procurement Transformation & Capability Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)Categories include: Digital,...