59 jobs found in Lancaster

Astute's contract team is partnering with a leading Tier 1 contractor to recruit a Senior Project Manager on a 6 Month Contract for its Lancaster site. The Senior Project Manager role comes with a day rate of £500. Key skills required for the Senior Project Manager role Must have experience working for Tier 1 contractors in the Water sector. Ideally experience on AMP6, AMP7 or AMP8 projects. At least 5 years experience in project management or senior project management positions. Location, day rate and timeframe of the Senior Project Manager role Lancaster Inside IR35 6 Month rolling contract Monday - Friday On site position Start date: ASAPAstute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their...

ER Case Coaching Advisor ; Barrow in Furness; 12 month contract; £23.82 ph paye Inside IR35 We are currently recruiting for a number of ER Case Coaching Advisors on behalf of our defence client based in Barrow to join their UK Case Coaching Team . This is a 12 month maternity leave position , with the post holder required to attend the site 3 days per week working within a team of 20 specialist case coaches. The UK Case Coaching Team provides expert technical advice & support to managers on all Employee Relations matters, including (but not limited to) complex and high risk investigations, disciplinaries and grievances.. With your demonstrable expertise in UK employment law, you will act as trusted SME and strategic advisor to managers and senior leaders, ensuring the business operates in accordance with internal policies, ACAS Code of Practice and current employment law legislation. You will provide legally sound advice, promoting a compliant and fair workplace culture,...

Job title: Environmental Lead Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start date: Subject to clearance Duration: 12 months Pay rate: DOE Location: Preston Hybrid/Remote Working: Hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote Hours of work: 40 hours per week Role information: Join a leading nuclear sector environmental team and take ownership of environmental compliance, permitting, and safety case input across high profile projects. We're looking for an experienced Environmental Lead to act as a trusted advisor across environmental regulation, permitting, and hazard analysis on a major regulated site. Lead environmental permitting (RSR, Installation/PPC, GHG) and manage variations, renewals & compliance. Provide environmental input into the nuclear safety case and lead Environmental HAZANs. Support Environmental Impact Assessments and planning submissions. Deliver environmental expertise for COMAH assessments and emergency planning. Integrate ISO 14001 requirements across...

Job Title: Administration Support Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start Date: Subject to clearance Duration: 12 Months Pay Rate: Up to £19.44 ph PAYE Location: Preston Hybrid/Remote Working: Fully on site Hours of work: MON-FRI, site based role 07.30-15.30. Working within the security vetting team. Description/Scope of work To provide administration support to the Personnel and Physical Security Department in terms of photocopying, scanning documents, booking meetings, booking visitors onto site, supporting the recruitment of employees, agency workers and contractors. There is an increase in workload in the department due to an increase in agency workers, contractors and employees. The Security Department not only look after SFL but all the satellite sites and support outages at customer sites. The Personnel Security Manager is currently providing support to the safeguards team. This support will continue due to a key member of the safeguards moving into a new...

Senior Software Developer (Contract) Location: Warton - Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: £46.80 per hour (Umbrella) Contract Length: 12 months IR35: Inside IR35 Overview A leading UK defence company is seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer to join a highly skilled engineering team working on mission‑critical, safety‑critical systems used by military personnel. This role involves developing and maintaining a suite of engineering support applications that enable frontline users to retrieve operational data, diagnose issues, and ensure continued system availability in demanding environments. The position offers hybrid working and the opportunity to contribute to long‑term, high‑integrity software programmes within the defence sector. The Role You will work on a mature .NET desktop application estate, contributing to both enhancement and ongoing support activities. The software environment blends established systems with opportunities for modernisation and...

Senior Software Developer (Contract) Location: Warton - Hybrid (1-2 days onsite) Rate: £46.80 per hour (Umbrella) Contract Length: 12 months IR35: Inside IR35 Overview A leading UK defence company is seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer to join a highly skilled engineering team working on mission‑critical, safety‑critical systems used by military personnel. This role involves developing and maintaining a suite of engineering support applications that enable frontline users to retrieve operational data, diagnose issues, and ensure continued system availability in demanding environments. The position offers hybrid working and the opportunity to contribute to long‑term, high‑integrity software programmes within the defence sector. The Role You will work on a mature .NET desktop application estate, contributing to both enhancement and ongoing support activities. The software environment blends established systems with opportunities for modernisation and...

Senior Software Developer (Contract) Location: Warton - Hybrid (1-2 days onsite) Rate: £44.31 per hour (Umbrella) Contract Length: 12 months IR35: Inside IR35 Overview A leading UK defence company is seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer to join a highly skilled engineering team working on mission‑critical, safety‑critical systems used by military personnel. This role involves developing and maintaining a suite of engineering support applications that enable frontline users to retrieve operational data, diagnose issues, and ensure continued system availability in demanding environments. The position offers hybrid working and the opportunity to contribute to long‑term, high‑integrity software programmes within the defence sector. The Role You will work on a mature .NET desktop application estate, contributing to both enhancement and ongoing support activities. The software environment blends established systems with opportunities for modernisation and...

Senior/ Lead Planning & Scheduling Practitioner Warton Based (Hybrid 2-3 days per week on site) £56.41/£61.57 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 Warton. We have a requirement for a Senior and Lead Scheduler/ Planner, based in Preston between Warton and Samlesbury sites. Some Primavera experience would be preferable, but not essential. There will be a requirement to mentor/ support a junior planner/ scheduler on technical aspects of scheduling, although allocation of daily tasks and Line Management duties will be covered by a BAE Scheduling Lead. Onsite presence within the designated project team will be required 2-3 days a week. Lead the creation and timely update of a Master Construction Schedule for the Building and Infrastructure investment portfolio, including the associated dependencies and enablers, in support of FCAS capability insertion within...

Procurement Group Leader Warton Based (Hybrid 3 days per week on site) £67.47 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 Warton. The Procurement Group Leader will play a critical role in leading strategic supplier management across the Capability Insertion Training & Manpower team and the Procurement Service Delivery Unit. This includes managing, amongst others, delivering complex development & support programmes, whilst supporting the development of the long term Training & Manpower strategy. You will be responsible for managing performance, driving value for money and aligning procurement strategy with wider business and customer requirements. The role involves regular stakeholder engagement and influencing at senior levels internally and externally. Knowledge: Essential: Demonstrated experience of supplier relationship and performance...

Job Title: Senior Civil Engineer Day Rate: Up to £500 per day (outside IR35) Location: Manchester, with occasional site visits (expenses paid) Type: 12-month Contract | Full-time | Hybrid (1-2 days WFH possible for the right candidate) About the Role: You'll be involved in varied and high-impact projects across the regulated water industry, including: Sewage treatment works upgrades Clean water main replacements IED schemes at sewage treatment works CSO upgrades and storm storage solutionsThis is a chance to deliver technical excellence on essential UK infrastructure. About the Client: Our client is a respected engineering design consultancy working across the UK rail and utilities sectors. With a growing workload and strong reputation, they offer a supportive and collaborative team culture. Wellbeing is central to their values - they've created a safe, fair, and positive environment where people thrive. Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality civil engineering design...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 2x Missile Test Architect subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract.    Rate: £60.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bolton (depending on your preference)   Hybrid / Remote working: This role is a hybrid role, 1-2 days a week possibly in lab up to 3 in first weeks 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) Missile Test Architect Job Description: The department are looking for experienced test equipment engineers that want to use their knowledge in a system/sub system management role. The role includes determining the project test equipment needs, managing the requirements for test equipment and managing the development through delivery and into service. In this role, you will be responsible for the projects test equipment and...

MERITUS are recruiting for a Supply Chain Manager to join our Defence client on an initial 6 month contract within their equipment's team in Bolton. SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 - £50 PER HOUR - BOLTON, GREATER MANCHESTER - 6 MONTHS - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS Overview of the Department An opportunity has arisen for a Supply Chain Manager to join an equipment-focused team. The successful candidate will use their experience and knowledge to support effective supplier performance, capability, and risk management. The team operates across multiple programmes within a dynamic environment, managing and implementing both established and emerging technologies. Responsibilities, Skills & Experience Required Strong internal and external assessment capabilities, including: Business maturity Planning and control Relationship management Manufacturing excellence Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and expand professional networks Desirable: SC21...

Our client has an opportunity for an Electrical Calibration Operator to join them on a 12-month contract. You will be a be valued member of the Manufacturing function and you will be tasked to carry out routine calibration of Special To Type Test Equipment (STTE) and Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) equipment. Role: Electrical Calibration Operator Location: Bolton - fully onsite Clearance: BPSS required to start Hourly Rate: £28.35 via Umbrella - inside IR35, rising to £29.70 after 3 months What you'll be doing: Working in a multi discipline team to support the Operations team. Initial calibration, routine calibration and maintenance of test and measurement equipment. Ensure that both factory and proprietary test and measuring equipment is maintained in line with current procedures. Carry out calibration and repair tasks in accordance with departmental processes and procedures. Generating clear and comprehensive calibration/maintenance records for traceability purposes....

Our client has an opportunity for a Production Test Engineer to join their team on a contract basis for 12 months. You will play a vital role in supporting testing and diagnostics of electrical/electronic sub-systems and circuit cards during the production phase of the product lifecycle. You will use your experience to provide technical support to the manufacturing test capability, to ensure programme targets are met to agreed time, cost and quality requirements. Role: Production Test Engineer - Live Build Location: Stevenage - fully onsite Hours: 37 per week Hourly Rate: £32-£36 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance: SC required before starting, UK Eyes Only due to project What you'll be doing: You will be working with a small team of dedicated engineers in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive manufacturing environment, carrying out the following: Providing test engineering support to operators on the shopfloor, including supporting the introduction of new test...

MERITUS are recruiting for a Principal Quality Assurance Engineer to support with Supply Chain engineering programmes in the defence sphere from our client's site in Bolton. Please note, there will be regular supplier visits to international sites and you must have awareness of AS9100 and ISO 9001. PRINCIPAL QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER - INSIDE IR35 - £45 PER HOUR (£333 PER DAY) - 6 MONTHS - 2 STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS - Bolton (+INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL) Complete scheduled Quality Assurance audits at suppliers using standardised tools Conduct thorough verification / inspection of products to ensure they meet the required quality standards Identify and document any non-conformities in the manufacturing process and deviations from the product specifications Maintain accurate and organized records of all quality control activities Communicate findings to relevant departments / stakeholders and work cross functionally to implement root cause corrective actions at supplier Contribute to...

Location: Bolton OR Stevenage (2 days per week onsite + supplier travel) Duration: 6 month initial contract Inside IR35 Role details: Our client, a prominent defence organisation, is strengthening its Quality Division and has opportunities for Quality Assurance Engineers to join their Supply Chain team on a contract basis. This role will be based in either Stevenage or Bolton, with the flexibility of hybrid working and travel to UK supplier sites. Responsibilities: The primary responsibility will be to plan and conduct supplier quality audits / surveillance activities to drive future process control. In addition, where applicable carry out inspection / verification activities to support the delivery of conforming production hardware. While ensuring adherence to our customer and supplier requirements. Complete scheduled Quality Assurance audits at suppliers using standardised tools. Conduct thorough verification and inspection of products to ensure they meet the required...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit 4x Manufacturing Engineers. Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Bolton 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)   Manufacturing Engineer Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA’s, FAI’s etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process....

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Inspector Subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.   Experience with inspecting the work of other people is essential.   Job Title: Electrical Inspector Rate: £28.35 rising to £29.70 after 12 weeks Location: Bolton   Hybrid / Remote working: Onsite. Standard Days, not shift work Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week are paid at ‘time and a half’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   Electrical Inspector Job Description: Responsible for all elements necessary to achieve and maintain the quality of deliverable hardware. Certification of product in line with processes and procedures. Examining for correct assembly including verifying all forms of electrical connections. Examining the finish of all parts to detect faulty finishing or painting, deterioration of surfaces etc....

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Supplier Planner subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.  This role could suit a candidate from a MRP Controller, Supply Scheduler or Supply Chain Specialist background. This role is looking for a candidate with the following experience: MRP planning experience and ideally some exposure to SAP Manufacturing environment. Supply chain experience Rate: £27.00 per hour Location: Bolton Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid role of 3 days per week onsite, 2 days working from home 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)                                                                                                                                           Supplier Planner Job Description: This opportunity plays a significant part in...

Manufacturing Engineer Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Bolton 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)   Manufacturing Engineer Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA’s, FAI’s etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process. Route card changes as a result or rework activities. Management of Configuration Control by...