55 jobs found in Northwich

AI Security Engineer Location: CheshireHybrid: 40% office requirement Duration: 6 months Rate: £620 per dayInside IR35 MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description:As an experienced security professional your expertise will be utilised to drive the future security of our cloud platforms. You will play a key role in working as part of a global team reviewing and evaluating cloud services from major cloud providers, identifying potential threats, and developing mitigations. Primary Responsibilities Review and identify security challenges with cloud platform services Design, develop and deliver security controls for cloud platforms Work alongside infrastructure engineers to contribute to the design and delivery of cloud services. Act as security SME for cloud services Standard Technical Skills & Competencies Experience working in enterprise cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP). Experience building cloud infrastructure and using cloud IaC tooling (Terraform,...

Senior Highway Engineer Location: Crewe, Cheshire Rate: £45 - £50 p/hour Contract: Initial 6 Months Working Pattern: Hybrid Hours: 40 Per Week IR35 Status: Inside IR35 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Highway Engineer to join a well-established highways team delivering a range of highway improvement and active travel schemes across Cheshire East. This role would suit a technically strong highways professional with significant experience in highway design and the ability to provide expert interpretation of design standards, whilst supporting the successful delivery of projects from conception through to completion. The Role As a Senior Highway Engineer, you will play a key role in managing the technical delivery of projects, providing guidance to engineers and technicians, and acting as a senior point of contact for clients and stakeholders. You will be responsible for reviewing designs, advising on technical matters, allocating work across the...

Role: Data Governance Analyst Location: Knutsford Duration: 6 Months Day rate: £340 Inside IR35 Overview We are seeking an experienced Data Governance & Compliance Analyst to support a large-scale financial services engagement. This role focuses on strengthening governance, risk, performance, and compliance across an enterprise data landscape, working closely with senior stakeholders including the Chief Data Office. Key Responsibilities Support and enhance data governance, risk, and compliance frameworks within a complex financial environment Engage with stakeholders at multiple levels, including CDO and senior leadership teams Capture, analyse, and interpret corporate data outputs to support governance and decision-making Monitor and assess data quality, performance, and regulatory compliance Contribute to the development of data governance policies, standards, and controls Provide insight into business data flows and enterprise data architecture Required Skills...

Interim Lead Buyer Contract – 6 months IR35 Status – Inside To support a significant transition within the supply chain and procurement teams of a newly acquired site by a global CDMO, we are looking to appoint an experienced Buyer / Lead Buyer. Whilst this role is inside IR35, there is flexibility to accommodate a higher rate falling under this determination. This is a critical role that will be responsible for hands on procurement and purchasing activities, as well as taking a lead on managing both internal and external relationships. As part of a small team, this role will take on a more senior role in managing expectations and driving progress to ensure that customer demand is met. This role has the potential to be hybrid, with two days working from home. For more information, please contact Mark Bux-Ryan. Key experience: * Established experienced in purchasing/procurement activities within an FMCG environment * Experience within pharmaceuticals, healthcare or...

Job Title Cost Engineer Summary We’re looking for an experienced Cost Engineer to join a growing team on a major MOD contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong analytical and communication skills who enjoys working in detail and providing valuable financial insight to project teams. You’ll be based in Warrington two days per week with hybrid working flexibility. Salary Up to £60 per hour inside IR35 Location and Working Pattern Hybrid role with two days per week on-site in Warrington. Full-time position. Client Overview We are seeking a Cost Engineer to support a fully billable MOD contract. Responsibilities Apply professional project controls processes and systems Manage project set-up, close-out and reconciliations Ensure accurate cost allocation and reporting Deliver cost forecasting and financial analysis Monitor revenue and gross margin performance Produce client-specific and internal reporting, including monthly project reviews Support...

Senior CE&I Design Engineer / CE&I Design Engineer Location: Warrington or Cumbria Type: Inside IR35 Contract Sector: Nuclear / Engineering An exciting opportunity has arisen for both an experienced CE&I Design Engineer and a Senior CE&I Design Engineer to join a leading engineering organisation delivering complex projects within a highly regulated environment. This role offers the chance to work on critical systems and safety-related equipment, contributing to the development and justification of innovative engineering solutions. The Role As a Senior CE&I Design Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering engineering work packages across a variety of Control, Electrical and Instrumentation systems. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will support the development, verification and substantiation of safety-related designs while ensuring compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations. Key responsibilities will include: Producing and...

Senior Control Systems Design Engineer Location: Warrington, Cheshire (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days home working) Rate: £50.93-55.00 Umbrella per hour (inside of IR35)  Contract Length: 12 Months Initial Contract Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week Security Clearance: Current SC Clearance preferred; candidates must be eligible and willing to obtain SC Clearance if not currently held. Sector: Nuclear / Sellafield Projects Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Control Systems Design Engineer to support the delivery of complex control and instrumentation solutions across major nuclear projects. This role will focus on the design, development and verification of control systems within highly regulated environments, with a particular emphasis on Sellafield-related programmes. Working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, the successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality control system designs, technical documentation and engineering...

Lead EC&I Engineer (Design) – Contract (Inside IR35) Location: Warrington (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days remote) Rate: £55.00 – £60.00 per hour (Umbrella) Hours: 40 hours per week Duration: 12 months + Overview We are seeking an experienced Lead EC&I Engineer to support the delivery of complex design work across major nuclear projects. This is a key leadership role, responsible for overseeing EC&I design activities, ensuring technical quality, and guiding a multidisciplinary team within a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage EC&I design activities across nuclear projects from concept through to detailed design Provide technical authority and guidance to engineering teams Review and approve design documentation, including calculations, specifications, and drawings Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and client requirements Interface with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams to...

Electrical Design Checkers/Engineers - Aerospace Projects Delegate Signatory / Delegation of Authority Location: Runcorn, Cheshire - Hybrid Working Contract Type: Inside IR35 Join the team shaping the future of Airframe! We're seeking Electrical Design Engineers to work on cutting-edge projects. What You'll Do: Design electrical wiring using Catia V5 and NX 3D modelling & CAD installation analysis of looms/harnesses CATIA Work Bench Cable routing, draughting & BoM compilation Circuit design with fusing & protection strategiesToolsets: Catia V5, NX, Teamcenter What We're Looking For: Aerospace experience preferred Strong electrical design & CAD expertise Detail-driven, collaborative mindset Why Apply? Work on next-gen aircraft programs Flexible hybrid model Be part of a world-class engineering team Apply via the link and help shape the future of flight! This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

Lead Developer Location: Manchester (hybrid 1-2 days onsite) - Occasional travel to London Contract: 6 months Clearance: BPSS + SC eligible (SC to be obtained in role) Inside IR35, £725 P/D Overview We are seeking a Lead Developer to join a collaborative government digital team, supporting complex system integration and technical delivery. This role is ideal for a senior developer looking to step toward architecture, focusing on technical leadership, stakeholder engagement, and system design rather than hands-on coding initially. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across system integration and delivery activities Support the integration of complex, mixed-technology systems (legacy and modern) Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders Produce high-quality technical documentation and design artefacts Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams including designers, researchers, and senior stakeholders Attend and lead discussions to...

Project Controls Manager 6 Month Contract Market Rate: Inside IR35 North West Based - Office once or twice per week Are you an experienced Project Control Manager who wants to involved in an exciting ongoing Digital Transformation programme? Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, ensuring key milestones, deliverables, and dependencies were clearly defined and tracked throughout the project lifecycle. Manage and coordinate multiple project trackers simultaneously, providing accurate reporting on progress, risks, issues, actions, and performance metrics. Engage with multiple external stakeholders, fostering effective communication, alignment, and timely resolution of project-related matters. Monitor project performance against schedules and objectives, identifying potential delays and implementing corrective actions to maintain delivery targets. Produced regular status updates and management reports, consolidating information from various workstreams to support...

Job Title: Estates Strategy Lead - SC Location: Swindon, Coventry, Newport, Manchester, Leeds or Norwich (Whichever is closest – 2 days/week on site) Contract Duration: 31/3/27 Daily Rate: £ 600/day (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC (Must be eligible) My client is seeking a Strategic Estates Lead to design and deliver a future-ready Estate Strategy. This role is central to our transformation, working in lockstep with the design of our new Target Operating Model (TOM). You will act as the critical bridge between internal mission requirements and wider government property standards, ensuring our physical footprint is identified, optimised, compliant, and operationally sound. Key Responsibilities Stakeholder Collaboration: Facilitate deep-dive sessions with internal stakeholders to capture operational requirements, while managing strategic relationships with external bodies to define the Future Estate Strategy. TOM & Strategy Integration:...

Plant Operator Location: Walkden Duration: 6 Months Start Date: ASAP Hours: 39 hours per week * Monday to Thursday: 8 hours per day * Friday: 7 hours * Shift options: 8:00am – 4:00pm or 6:00am – 2:00pm * Overtime may be available Rate: £17.39 per hour PAYE (Inside IR35) The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for a Plant Operator to join a busy industrial manufacturing facility in Walkden. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operator with a background in chemical processing environments to join a well-established operation where full site-specific training will be provided. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe operation of filling and loading activities, ensuring products meet quality standards while maintaining strict health, safety, and environmental compliance. Key Responsibilities * Safely operate plant equipment involved in gas filling activities * Control filling processes using pumps, motors, manifolds, weigh...

Opportunity: Principal Highways Engineer Location: Greater Manchester Rate: Negotiable and Competitive Duration: 9 months + IR35: Inside We are seeking an experienced Principal Highways Engineer to support a busy Highway design and Construction team. Responsibilities: * Support the HDC Team Manager by reporting risks, opportunities, performance, and delivery issues across projects. * Lead, coordinate, and support junior engineers, working closely with Team Leaders and Project Managers. * Collaborate with Project Managers, Feasibility Leads, and wider internal and external stakeholders to ensure design development aligns with agreed project outcomes. * Lead and coordinate detailed design activities including civil, street lighting, and 3D/vertical design, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and procedures. * Coordinate integrated design delivery across disciplines, including traffic signals, traffic management, and statutory utilities, securing necessary...

Planning & Logistics Production Scheduler Broughton, Chester (Onsite) Contract - 12 months (likely to extend) 35 hours per week (flexible working within 7am-7pm) Shape the Future of Aviation Are you an organised, proactive planner who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? This is your opportunity to play a key role in delivering the next generation of aircraft at Airbus Broughton. As a Planning & Logistics Production Scheduler, you will be at the heart of operations, ensuring the seamless flow of materials and processes that support the assembly of aircraft wings and fuel systems. You'll join a collaborative and forward-thinking team working on the "Wing of the Future" programme, supporting innovation and growth across the civil aerospace sector. What You'll Be Doing In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive efficient planning and logistics operations. Your responsibilities will include: Coordinating the delivery of...

Our client has an opportunity for a Technical Shopfloor Engineer to join them on a 12 month contract. You will be accompanying the production team in identifying and analysing technical issues. Role: Technical Shopfloor Engineer Location: Broughton, Flintshire Hours: Alternating weeks of mornings and afternoons: Monday to Friday Mornings - 6:00am - 1:10pm / Afternoons - 1:30pm - 8:40pm Clearance: BPSS required to start Hourly Rate: £40.13 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 + a 20% shift uplift What you'll be doing: Accompany the production team / Autonomous Production Team (APT). Supports in identifying, analysing and solving technical issues not directly manageable by the Operators & First Line Manager (FLM). Provides an E2E perspective at the shopfloor level within the production team / APT in Airbus. Supports continuous production enablement by efficiently utilising available resources & knowledge Contributes to the Operational Excellence targets within her/his area...

MERITUS are recruiting for Mechanical Engineers to join a leading Defence Manufacturing organisation as a part of their Calibration & Maintenance team. MECHANICAL ENGINEER - BOLTON - 12 MONTH CONTRACT - £32 - 35 PER HOUR (INSIDE IR35) - SC ELIGIBILITY REQUIRED - SECTOR: DEFENCE MANUFACTURING We are looking for Mechanical Engineers to join a Calibration & Maintenance function, supporting manufacturing activities across assembly, integration and testing. Working collaboratively with production, quality and engineering teams, you will play an important role in ensuring measurement accuracy and equipment performance throughout the build process. Key Responsibilities Provide hands-on mechanical and dimensional calibration support for Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and bespoke test equipment. Support dimensional inspection activities, including updating and maintaining CMM measurement programmes. Deliver day-to-day dimensional calibration and inspection support for...

MERITUS are recruiting for Manufacturing Engineers to join a leading Defence Manufacturing organisation as a part of their Assembly & Integration team. MANUFACTURING ENGINEER - BOLTON - 12 MONTH CONTRACT - £32 - 35 PER HOUR (INSIDE IR35) - SC ELIGIBILITY REQUIRED - SECTOR: DEFENCE MANUFACTURING As a Manufacturing Engineer within a unit and missile assembly manufacturing facility, you will play a key role in helping ensure products are built efficiently, safely, and within budget. You will be a valued member of a collaborative Manufacturing Engineering team, supporting a range of multi-project manufacturing activities and contributing to continuous improvement across the build environment. Key Responsibilities * Contribute as part of a supportive Manufacturing Engineering team within a complex assembly environment. * Compile, maintain, and update Manufacturing Instructions to support consistent and effective production. * Design, commission, and prove associated tooling,...

MERITUS are recruiting for Mechanical Fitters to join a leading Defence Manufacturing organisation MECHANICAL FITTER - BOLTON - 12 MONTH CONTRACT - £29.70 PER HOUR (INSIDE IR35) - SC ELIGIBILITY REQUIRED - SECTOR: DEFENCE MANUFACTURING An opportunity is available for Mechanical Fitters to join a collaborative defence manufacturing team, carrying out manufacturing and testing activities within a mechanical production environment. The role involves working to defined certification procedures, workmanship standards, budgets and timescales to support successful project delivery while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. Key Responsibilities Carry out manufacturing and testing tasks in accordance with product certification procedures. Certify products in line with established certification requirements. Maintain product certification and approvals through regular audits. Apply a broad engineering skillset across a variety of manufacturing tasks. Use equipment, tools and...

Our client has an opportunity for a Missile Mechanical Architect to join them on a contract basis for 6 months with likely extension. This exciting role is to gather and manage the missile mechanical architecture requirements to achieve missile performance, on time and on cost and overall layout vs compliance. This involves providing justification of the design and co-ordinate the verification evidence of missile performance to support certification. Role: Missile Mechanical Architect Location: Stevenage or Bolton, fully onsite. (must be happy to travel between locations) Hours: 37 per week Clearance: Full SC required before starting Hourly Rate: £60 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 What you'll be doing: Establishing the Missile Airframe Task Requirements Specification (TRS) to ensure a structured & coherent mechanical response to the overall Missile TRS Management of the mechanical interface with the launcher Management of Mechanical & Thermal Interfaces across...