130 jobs found in Maidenhead

Our client, a Defence and Security supplier is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join them on a contract basis at their site in Maidenhead. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold the sole British nationality and current SC Clearance 6-month initial contract Rate is open to negotiation, inside IR35 Fully onsite in Maidenhead due to the nature of the role Job Description: Design, develop, test, and document mechanical assemblies through the full product lifecycle. Deliver robust mechanical solutions using company engineering tools and processes. Create and review mechanical documentation: design packs, analysis reports, plans, and procedures. Define and analyse mechanical performance and functional behaviours. Optimise designs for various manufacturing methods (machining, moulding, extrusion, sheet metal, casting). Perform tolerance analysis for precision parts and complex assemblies. Produce designs compliant with MIL‑STD, DEF‑STAN, EMC, TEMPEST, and...

HR Expert | People Partner | £750/day Inside IR35 | 6 Months Initial Contract | Berkshire | Hybrid 2 days in the office / 3 days WFH | Transformation Project | Organisation Design | Group Function | CPD | CIPD | Our client is seeking a HR expert to be part of a large transformation project where you will work across the entire HR function focusing on Group Functions to develop, execute and govern the company's people strategy. To be successful in this role you will have previous experience of working on large scale people / HR transformation and organisation design projects. This role would best suit previous experiences of working in a large / corporate environment. Essential experience required: Strong generalist strategic People background, with experience delivering people related activities across a wide range of HR subject matters - requires strong experience in OD, and transformation Experience of working in generalist HR in a complex, matrix organisation - ideally...

People Partner HR Expert | £600/day Inside IR35 | 6 Months Initial Contract | Berkshire | Hybrid 2 days in the office / 3 days WFH | Transformation Project | CPD | CIPD | Our client is seeking a HR expert People Partner to be part of a large transformation project where you will work across the entire HR function within Group Functions to develop, execute and govern the company's people strategy. To be successful in this role you will have previous experience of working on large scale people / HR transformation projects. Essential experience required: Strong generalist strategic People background, with experience delivering people related activities across a wide range of HR subject matters - requires strong experience in OD, and transformation Experience of working in generalist HR in a complex, matrix organisation - ideally experienced working within Group Functions Excellent communication skills; articulate, compelling, engaging and a highly inclusive manner Proven...

Infrastructure Engineer * Inside IR35 * 2-days on-site in High Wycombe We're looking for a hands-on Infrastructure Engineer with strong troubleshooting skills to investigate and resolve hardware, software and infrastructure issues across a mixed Windows, networking and peripheral environment. A key part of this role is the ability to triage complex technical issues, establish test labs and facilitate technical workshops to identify root causes and drive effective resolutions. Key responsibilities: * Triage and investigate hardware, software and infrastructure issues across Windows PCs, networking equipment and peripheral devices. * Set up and manage test labs to reproduce faults, validate fixes and support technical investigations. * Lead technical workshops with internal teams and third-party suppliers to diagnose and resolve complex issues. * Rebuild, reimage and configure Windows PCs and appliance-style devices. * Diagnose issues involving USB devices,...

Hardware Integration Support Engineer * Contract role – Inside IR35 * High Wycombe office attendance required 2–3 days per week We are seeking a hands-on Hardware Support Engineer to join an enterprise client on an initial 3-month contract. This role is ideal for someone with strong troubleshooting skills who enjoys diagnosing and resolving hardware, networking, and peripheral-related issues across complex technology environments. Key responsibilities: * Investigating and resolving hardware and software integration issues * Diagnosing Windows PC hardware, driver, configuration, and peripheral faults * Troubleshooting USB devices, serial connections, printers, routers, and network connectivity issues * Reimaging, rebuilding, and configuring Windows-based systems * Supporting lab setup, maintenance, testing, and fault reproduction activities * Performing basic electrical and connectivity checks, including power and cabling diagnostics * Creating troubleshooting...

UFT Test Engineer Location: Wokingham (5 days per week onsite, might consider Hybrid 2/3 days a week) Contract Length: 12 months Day Rate: £340 per day (Inside IR35) We are seeking an experienced UFT Test Engineer to join a long-term transformation programme. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior automation testing professional with strong Unified Functional Testing (UFT) and VBScript experience to work on complex enterprise applications. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks, creating robust test scripts, and supporting continuous testing practices across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop automation frameworks using UFT (Unified Functional Testing). * Create, maintain, and execute automation scripts using VBScript. * Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins or Azure DevOps. * Lead automation testing activities across...

Lead Systems Engineer - Fluid Systems Location: Reading / Hybrid Contract: 7 Months Rate: £500-£623 per day (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required We are recruiting for an experienced Product Delivery Manager (Fluid Systems) to support a major aerospace and defence programme. You'll lead the delivery of digital engineering capabilities across complex aircraft fluid systems, working with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers and stakeholders to ensure successful programme delivery. Key Requirements 10+ years' experience in aerospace and/or defence programmes. Degree in Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering or similar. Experience delivering digital engineering solutions for aircraft fluid systems. Strong knowledge of Model-Based Engineering (MBE) and Digital Thread. Experience with aircraft systems such as fuel, hydraulics, environmental control, pneumatics, fire suppression, oxygen and thermal management....

Senior SecDevOps Engineer - Secure Digital Platform (SDP) Data & Integration 📍 Reading (Hybrid - 3 days onsite per week) 💰 £65.00 - £71.43 per hour (Inside IR35) 📅 12-Month Contract 🔒 Active SC Clearance Required 🇬🇧 Sole UK Nationals Only We are seeking an experienced Senior SecDevOps Engineer to join a high-profile Secure Digital Platform (SDP) programme supporting critical UK Defence and Aerospace initiatives. This role will focus on designing, implementing and maintaining secure, scalable and resilient DevSecOps capabilities across data and integration platforms. The successful candidate will play a key role in embedding security throughout the software delivery lifecycle, improving automation, and enabling secure digital transformation within a highly regulated environment. Essential Requirements Active SC Clearance (must already hold current clearance). Sole UK National due to project security requirements. Proven experience working within Defence, Aerospace, MOD,...

Systems Engineer - Secure Digital Platform (SDP) Data & Integration 📍 Reading (Hybrid - 3 days per week onsite) 💰 £60.00 - £66.96 per hour (Inside IR35) 📅 12-Month Contract 🔒 Active SC Clearance Required 🇬🇧 Sole UK Nationals Only We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to join a high-profile Secure Digital Platform (SDP) programme supporting critical UK Defence and Aerospace projects. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a secure environment, delivering and supporting modern enterprise infrastructure across cloud and on-premise platforms. Essential Requirements Active SC Clearance (must already hold current clearance). Sole UK National due to project security requirements. Previous experience within UK Defence, MOD, Defence Digital or Aerospace environments. Ability to work 3 days per week onsite in Reading. The Role Working within the Infrastructure & Platform Services team, you will help support, maintain and enhance enterprise infrastructure,...

Technical Lead - Secure Digital Platform (SDP) Data & Integration 📍 Reading (Hybrid - 3 days onsite per week) 💰 £80.00 - £84.82 per hour (Inside IR35) 📅 12-Month Contract 🔒 Active SC Clearance Required 🇬🇧 Sole UK Nationals Only We're looking for an experienced Technical Lead to provide technical leadership across a high-profile Secure Digital Platform (SDP) programme supporting critical UK Defence and Aerospace initiatives. This is a senior contract opportunity for someone who can lead multidisciplinary engineering teams, shape technical strategy, and ensure the successful delivery of secure, resilient and scalable digital platforms within a highly secure environment. Essential Requirements Current Active SC Clearance (must already hold clearance). Sole UK National due to programme security requirements. Proven experience delivering technical leadership within MOD, Defence Digital, UK Aerospace, or other highly regulated Defence environments. Ability to work 3 days per...

We're looking for a Sourcing Manager for a transport public sector organisation, based in Reading or Milton Keynes (hybrid), on an initial 6-month contract, paying up to £550 per day (Inside IR35, Umbrella). This is a hybrid role with an expectation to attend the office in Reading 3 days per week. The successful Sourcing Manager will lead sourcing activities for multi-million-pound, medium cost and business risk opportunities across complex spend categories. You'll run the full process from business requirement through to contract signature, delivering commercial and contractual value in support of the Commercial & Procurement Director's savings targets. You'll work collaboratively with customers and stakeholders, implement approved Integrated Category Strategies, and manage a seamless transition into Strategic Supplier Management. You will need proven experience working with the following: Deep sourcing experience with a demonstrable track record of savings delivery...

Job Title: Sourcing Manager Location: Reading (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration: 6 Months Daily Rate: £550/day (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Essential Educated to a Business or Economics degree standard or equivalent business experience Deep level of Sourcing experience, with a demonstrable track record of savings delivery Demonstrable level of negotiation and dispute resolution skill set Demonstrable experience of contract law and financial management Demonstrable experience of driving value from complex sourcing opportunities Experienced with agile cross-functional collaborative working methods Politically savvy, with the proven ability to use direct and indirect influencing strategies at an executive level Demonstrable level of problem-solving experience of complex sourcing specific challenges Completer finisher mindset Desirable Line management experience Detailed knowledge of the UK Rail Industry, including procurement processes in a reclassified...

£550 Per Day, Inside IR35, Based in Reading 6 Month Contract Hybrid Working (On site 2 or 3 days per week) To Start ASAP Your new company Step into a key delivery role within a large, forward-thinking Upper Tier Authority delivering a high-profile Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). This is a once in a generation transformation programme that will reshape how services are delivered, bringing together multiple councils into a single, modern, unitary organisation. The programme is now moving from proposal into delivery, with a clear focus on pace, coordination and execution. As a result, there is strong demand for Project Managers who have recently been involved in LGR activity, particularly during early-stage conversations and proposal development within other local authorities, in order to maintain momentum and delivery confidence from day one. Your new role This is a hands-on Project Manager role supporting delivery across one or more workstreams within a complex LGR...

£600 Per Day, Inside IR35, Based in Reading 6 Month Contract Hybrid Working (On site 2 or 3 days per week) To Start ASAP Your new company Step into a key delivery role within a large, forward-thinking Upper Tier Authority delivering a high-profile Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). This is a once in a generation transformation programme that will reshape how services are delivered, bringing together multiple councils into a single, modern, unitary organisation. The programme is now moving from proposal into delivery, with a clear focus on pace, coordination and execution. As a result, there is strong demand for Project Managers who have recently been involved in LGR activity, particularly during early-stage conversations and proposal development within other local authorities, in order to maintain momentum and delivery confidence from day one. Your new role This is a hands-on Project Manager role supporting delivery across one or more workstreams within a complex LGR...

£750 Per Day, Inside IR35, 6 month contract Based in Reading Hybrid Working (2 or 3 days per week on site) To Start ASAP Your new company Step into a pivotal leadership role within a large, forward-thinking Upper Tier Authority delivering a high-profile Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). This is a once in a generation transformation that will reshape how services are delivered, bringing together multiple councils into a single, modern, unitary organisation. This ambitious proposal is focused on creating a simpler, more efficient model that improves outcomes for residents while strengthening financial sustainability and operational resilience. As the programme now moves from proposal into delivery, there is a strong demand for Programme Managers who have already been involved in recent LGR activity, particularly during the early-stage conversations and proposal development phases within other local authorities. This experience is seen as critical in ensuring momentum and...

Job Title: Section Engineer - Heavy Civils/Infrastructure - Heathrow Airport Rate: £400-£425 per day (Inside IR35) Contract Length: 6-9 months (strong likelihood of extension) Location: Heathrow Airport, Airside & Landside Job Description: TRIbuild Solutions is recruiting an experienced Section Engineer on behalf of a Tier 1 contractor delivering heavy civils and infrastructure upgrade works at Heathrow Airport. The role covers both airside and landside operations and offers an initial 6-9 month contract with strong potential for extension. The successful candidate will take ownership of a defined section of works, ensuring technical delivery is compliant with design, programme, and quality requirements, while working closely with the wider project team. Key Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day engineering delivery for allocated section of works Oversee and coordinate subcontractor activities, ensuring compliance with programme, quality, and safety standards Undertake...

Job Title: Sub Agent - Heavy Civils/Infrastructure - Heathrow Airport Rate: £450-£475 per day (Inside IR35) Contract Length: 6-9 months (strong likelihood of extension) Location: Heathrow Airport, Airside & Landside Job Description: TRIbuild Solutions is recruiting an experienced Sub Agent on behalf of a Tier 1 contractor delivering heavy civils and infrastructure upgrade works at Heathrow Airport. This role spans both airside and landside operations, offering an initial 6-9 month contract with strong potential for extension. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the management and delivery of works within their designated area, supporting the Project/Site Agent and ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant delivery across multiple subcontract packages. Key Responsibilities: Manage delivery of works across designated area, ensuring programme, cost, and quality targets are met Oversee and manage multiple subcontractors, ensuring compliance with contract...

Life Safety Systems Manager Location: Weybridge - Hybrid 3 days office / 2 days home Contract: 3-6 Months Rate: £(Apply online only) per day (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance Closing Date CV Deadline: 28th July COP (4pm) Life Safety Systems Manager – Defra Charlton Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of Defra for an experienced Life Safety Systems Manager to join a specialist team on an initial 6-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, compliance, and operational resilience of life safety systems across one of the UK's most complex scientific estates. Working from Defra’s Weybridge site houses the Animal and Plant Health Agency central laboratories, serving as the UK's primary scientific facility for animal health, disease surveillance, and the upcoming National Biosecurity Centre, you will provide technical leadership and governance across high-risk environments where safety, compliance, and operational...

For our client in the public sector, we are looking for an experienced Life Safety Systems Manager to take the technical lead for a large, highly regulated science estate in Weybridge. Key details at a glance Role: Life Safety Systems Manager Day rate: Up to £585 per day (umbrella) Contract length: 3-6 months IR35: Inside Location: Weybridge science estate - 3 days onsite, 2 days WFH per week Clearance: SC clearance highly preferred Interview: 1 stage via MS Teams The impact you would have This position is the subject matter expert and technical authority for life safety systems across a complex science campus and wider estate. You would be ensuring that critical assets remain safe, compliant, resilient and aligned with statutory and industry best practice. Main responsibilities Act as the technical lead and SME for all life safety systems across the estate. Provide governance, assurance and compliance oversight for critical life safety infrastructure. Lead the management...

Production Planner Location: Burghfield | Full-time on-site Contract: Until 31 December 2027 IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: Active DV Clearance Required We are currently recruiting for experienced Production Planners to join a highly regulated engineering and manufacturing environment based in Burghfield. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals with a background in production planning, manufacturing, materials, or precision engineering to support operational delivery by managing production schedules, coordinating manufacturing requirements, and driving effective planning processes. The successful candidates will play a key role in ensuring production demands are accurately planned, resources are aligned, and delivery targets are achieved while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities * Maintain and support the Master Production Schedule and supplementary schedules, ensuring forecast dates remain...