29 jobs found in Highbridge

Location: HYBRID with Aztec West, Bristol AND Supplier Visits AND Remote working. Status: Full time Contract position Mon - Fri **INSIDE IR35** Duration: 12 months (renewable) Reports to: Supplier Audit and CFSI Manager Morson Edge are delighted to present an opportunity for suitably qualified Supplier Lead Auditor to join our client's established team for work associated with a major energy infrastructure Project in Somerset. Job Purpose / Overview The Supplier Lead Auditor has responsibility for completing audits of the Project Supply Chain at locations throughout the world and on site (Somerset). The post holder is to plan, execute, report, manage audit findings and the analysis of audit results for input to the management reporting of the project. Using established audit processes, the Supplier Lead Auditor will deliver against the annual Supplier Audit Schedule. The Supplier Lead Auditor, by delivery of audit activities within the Supply Chain, provides confidence that...

Mechanical & Electrical Estimator (Water Industry) - 12-month Contract Inside IR35 Bridgwater, Somerset £500 - £600 p/day Are you an experienced Mechanical & Electrical Estimator available for an immediate start 12-month contract role? My client is a Tier 1 contractor working on the Hinkley Point C project and requires a skilled Mechanical & Electrical Estimator with water utility experience Officer to support with Key responsibilities * Review project drawings, specifications, and scope * Perform quantity take-offs for labour, materials, and equipment * Prepare accurate cost estimates, budgets, and bids for mechanical and electrical works * Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and vendor quotes * Analyse costs, risks, and contingencies * Identify value engineering and cost-saving options * Collaborate with project managers and project teams * Update estimates based on design or scope changes * Maintain estimating databases and pricing information * Support...

Astute's Nuclear Team is partnering with a specialist infrastructure and utilities contractor delivering complex works across the UK's nuclear and regulated utilities sectors to recruit an experienced M&E Estimator with a strong water and utilities background to support estimating activities across a growing portfolio of non-core works. The Estimator role is working Inside IR35, comes with a daily rate of up to £500pd (depending on experience) and will be initially based on a 12-month contract. The position is based on-site at Hinkley Point C and covers other nuclear power stations across the UK. The role has a clear M&E estimating bias and is ideally suited to someone with extensive experience in water infrastructure and treatment systems. A civils background is not essential, provided the candidate has deep and practical water experience. If this sounds interesting, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the M&E Estimator role Reporting...

Hays are now looking for an Automation Tester for one of our local clients. - Flexible rate, Inside IR35- 6 Month Contract - Hybrid Working: Cardiff 2 days onsite per week - MUST currently be SC Cleared We're looking for a highly skilled Test Engineer Contractor to join a tight knit Testing Team of three, supporting core engineering and standard testing functions. This role offers the chance to make a real impact quickly, with the possibility of increased onsite presence aligned to delivery needs. Key Responsibilities - Developing and maintaining automation scripts using Playwright, with strong hands-on skills in JavaScript/TypeScript - Applying solid knowledge of CI/CD principles, integrating solutions using Azure DevOps and GitHub - Writing high quality test cases and executing them effectively - Identifying, reporting, and managing defects/bugs - Creating comprehensive test plans and test completion reports What We Are Looking For (Automation Test experience with the...

Architect / Architectural Technologist - 12-Month Contract Cardiff Central Station Extension | £27.06/hr | February 2026 Start Why This Role? High-profile rail infrastructure: Work on the extension and refurbishment of Cardiff Central Station-a landmark project with genuine complexity and profile worth having on your CV Top-tier client: Join a leading UK multi-disciplinary design and engineering consultancy (top 5 AJ100 practice) with real depth across rail, structures, and building services True collaboration: Work in a balanced team environment with architects, technologists, engineers, and rail specialists-not siloed drawing production 12-month contract: Solid duration with a reputable client, inside IR35, office-based in Cardiff The Project You'll be working on the technical design and construction stages of Cardiff Central Station's extension and refurbishment. This is RIBA Stage 4 delivery and beyond-producing architectural drawings, schedules, and specifications for a...

Power Apps Developer – Short-Term Contract – Fully Remote – Inside IR35 VIQU have partnered with a leading NHS organisation to recruit for a Power Apps Developer for a short-term contract. The Role We’re looking for a Power Apps Developer to enhance an existing performance application and help deliver new low-code/no-code solutions across the Microsoft Power Platform. This role will involve working with Canvas apps, model-driven apps, and SharePoint, Dataverse, and Azure SQL backends. You’ll play a key part in translating business requirements into reliable, user-friendly solutions, collaborating closely with stakeholders in an agile, delivery-focused environment. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience developing both Canvas and model-driven Power Apps. Strong understanding of SharePoint lists, Dataverse, and Azure SQL as application backends. Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements into working, user-centred solutions. Experience working in agile...

Contract Senior Design Engineer We are seeking a highly skilled Contract Senior Design Engineer to support Design in Catia V5 for long-term Aircraft CAD based new projects for the future. This is based on development of wing structure definition to structural sizing, interface and project requirements Toolsets. This is an initial 12 month Inside IR35 contract supporting our end client based in our offices in Bristol. Key Requirements CAD capability to support parametric model generation and update CAD capability to support 2d drawing generation for detail parts and installations Understanding of modelling methodologies and processes Ability to interpret stress sizing data and project requirements to support CAD design solutions Interface management between wing structural components and systems Microsoft office applications - excel, ppt etc. Experience of Catia V5 and Catia V6/3DX Preferred Experience RnT project experience Wing structure design solutions...

Project Controls Manager - Defence, SC cleared Project Controls Manager - Defence, SC cleared The location of the role is Bristol (hybrid working). The duration of the contract is 6 months. The pay rate on offer is £71 - £87 per hour (via Umbrella agency - inside IR35). Role Summary Within this role, you will lead on the implementation and management of effective project controls measures relating to scope, cost, time, risk and quality. Utilising these measures, you will enable strategic performance analysis to be undertaken against the Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB), highlighting variances, trends and insights needed to inform effective decision making. Day to day you will work closely with both Project and Programme Managers whilst leading a team of project controls professionals. To achieve success in this role, you will also be expected to develop strong relationships with a range of stakeholders, including the project team, wider functional teams, suppliers...

Naval Architect - Defence (Contract) Location: Bristol / Hybrid Rate: negotiable on experience (Umbrella only) Duration: 3-6 months SC Clearance required Inside IR35 Our client is seeking an experienced Naval Architect to join a specialist technical team providing analysis, advice and guidance to customers in the defence sector. You will work on surface ships and submarines, assessing performance and supporting critical design and safety decisions. The Role Analyse manoeuvring and control, dynamic and quasi‑static stability, seakeeping, resistance and propulsion for naval platforms. Use industry‑standard and bespoke numerical simulation tools to support ship and submarine performance assessments. Present findings in internal and external forums, including customer meetings and conferences. Contribute to bids and business planning by preparing task estimates and work breakdowns. Work closely with customers and internal stakeholders to understand requirements and develop...

Finance Reporting Manager - FP&A Location: Bristol (Hybrid, 1-2 days per week on-site) Day Rate: £500 (Inside IR35, via umbrella) Contract: 4 months (Possible extension) Make Your Mark in a Growing FP&A Function An exciting opportunity has arisen for a hands‑on Finance Reporting Manager to join a business embarking on a major transformation of its financial planning and reporting capability. This is a newly created role where you'll help build structure, consistency, and insight across a complex, multi‑divisional organisation. If you thrive in environments where you can create clarity from chaos, shape reporting processes, and influence senior leaders with high‑quality analysis, this role offers the perfect blend of challenge and impact. Key responsibilities Leading and delivering month‑end close activities, including producing flash reporting and Group submissions. Creating and standardising reporting outputs for directors and executive stakeholders. Managing,...

Quantity Surveyor - Major Infrastructure Projects Contract Length: 12‑month contract (Possible extension) Locations: St Fergus (Aberdeenshire) or Wormington (Cheltenham) Rate: £550 per day via umbrella - Inside IR35 Hybrid: 1-2 days per week on site + flexibility to travel to contractor offices We're recruiting an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a major UK infrastructure programme at a pivotal early stage. Working across two high‑profile schemes currently in ECI / scheme design, you'll play a key commercial role shaping delivery from the outset - with the opportunity to transition to permanent employment should you wish. This role offers the best of both worlds: meaningful responsibility, professional autonomy, and the backing of a collaborative and supportive project team. What you'll be doing You'll take the commercial lead across early‑stage design and pre‑construction activities, ensuring strong cost, contract, and risk control from day one. Key responsibilities...

Principal Electronics Engineer Southampton or Bristol 6-month contract Paying up to £65ph inside IR35 Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Principal Electronics Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop and grow your skills within a thriving organisation engaged in cutting-edge technologies and projects. The Opportunity: This position is based in either Southampton or Bristol, with a primary focus on the design and development of digital processing electronics and support to RF and analogue power circuitry for complex laboratory and aircraft sensor systems. The role encompasses working across various stages of the product lifecycle, from initial concept development through to early life production and field support. You will be part of the Airborne Communications product development group within the Integrated Sensing & Protection division, interacting with partner...

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....

Product Change Leader/Project Manager   Up to £46.82 per hour. Inside IR35   Certain advantages are hiring for a Project Manager based in Filton. This role is on an initial 12 month contract basis and is hybrid.     The company:   We are working with a leading aerospace manufacturer that pioneers cutting-edge aviation and space solutions. Their aircraft are recognized globally for efficiency, innovation, and design excellence.   The role: The core of your role will be to drive product changes (mods) through the Aircraft Change Process. You will represent the SA Wing “Value Stream Management” department, with some exposure to senior management-led forums both locally and transnationally. You will work with a wide network of stakeholders, both locally and transnationally. You will be responsible for the end to end project management of the mods you’re allocated. You will be accountable for the on Time, Cost and Quality delivery of those mods. Additionally there may be...

Finance Business Partner Location: Filton, Bristol (Hybrid - 60% onsite) Contract Duration: Until March 2027 Pay Rate: £46.20 per hour (Umbrella) / £34.53 per hour (PAYE) About the Opportunity Carbon60 are supoorting a leading aerospace engineering and manufacturing organisation in the recruitment of an experienced Finance Business Partner to support high‑value procurement activity within a complex, fast‑paced operational environment. This position will play a key role in providing financial insight, commercial support, and strategic guidance to procurement teams. Operating as part of a wider transnational function, you will work closely with category leads to influence commercial strategy, support tendering decisions, evaluate supplier negotiations, and ensure robust financial governance. Key Responsibilities Act as a Finance Business Partner to procurement operational teams, providing financial advice and commercial insight. Lead financial assessment for tender processes...

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Lead Electrical Design Engineer on an initial 10 - month contract. You will lead the development of a new control bench for an existing large hydromechanical installation focussed on landing gear extension/retraction and braking testing. Role: Lead Electrical Design Engineer Pay: £50 per hour Via Umbrella Location: Filton Contract: Monday - Friday 35 hours per week,10 months IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance: BPSS Responsibilities Contribute to the development of the Architecture of the control bench. ? Lead and manage the electrical design of the control bench. Oversee the creation of detailed electrical schematics, drawings and technical specifications. Manage technical design risks and the main design milestones (FCR, FDR, PDR, CDR). Manage the build-up/assembly of the control bench. Lead the Validation & Verification phase. Complete the Entry into Service of the control bench. Communicate/interface with...

MERITUS are recruiting for an Electrical Installation Design Engineer to join our client in the aerospace sector on an initial 12 month contract from their site in Filton. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION DESIGN ENGINEER - INSIDE IR35 - £43 PER HOUR - FILTON, UK - 12 MONTHS - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS A leading aerospace organisation is seeking an experienced Electrical Installation Design Engineer to join its Wing Engineering team. The business is currently undergoing a major digital transformation, integrating production systems and supply chain operations into a unified digital environment, while continuing to support legacy aircraft programmes. This role will support ongoing electrical installation design activities across current programmes. Key Responsibilities Produce electrical installation design solutions and 2D drawings in line with relevant design standards and processes Analyse and validate design requirements, managing deviations with stakeholders where required...