309 jobs found in Retford

A leading defence organisation are seeking a commercially sharp Contracts Manager to join a team working at the forefront of Electronic Warfare and defence innovation. Role: Contracts Manager Duration: 6 month contract Pay: Up to £88.50 p/hr (Inside IR35) Location: Lincoln or Luton (2 days)You'll lead complex negotiations, drive bid strategy, and manage contract risk across UK and international programmes, all within a fast-moving, high-stakes environment. Key Responsibilities: Leading commercial strategy and contract management across multiple programmes Drafting, negotiating, and managing complex contract terms & conditions Supporting and leading on bid and proposal activities, including pricing strategy Managing commercial risk, change control, and contract performance Producing clear, concise commercial documentation and correspondence Collaborating with Procurement to ensure effective flow-down of terms Building strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and...

Workday Consultant (Financial SME) London / Sheffield (2 days in the office) Contract till the end of the year + extension £650 to £700 a day Inside IR35 A leading enterprise organisation is urgently looking for a Workday Financial Consultant to help guide them through the critical final phases of their Workday implementation journey. (With a major deployment target on the horizon, this is a brilliant opportunity to take ownership of key workstreams, de-risk delivery, and ensure the business teams are fully equipped for day-one operations. Acting as the vital link between the technology rollout and the business, you will work hand-in-hand with our finance and commercial departments. This is a highly visible, collaborative position requiring a blend of technical capability and excellent stakeholder management skills. Key Responsibilities Functional Delivery: Support end-to-end execution across core accounting pipelines, spend management setups, and corporate tracking...

CNC Turner – Contract (Inside IR35) Location: Sheffield Shifts: Various shifts available Contract Length: 3 months Pay: £30.00 – £33.00 per hour (shift‑dependent) Agency: Actio Recruitment Actio Recruitment are supporting a precision engineering business in the Sheffield area who require an experienced CNC Turner on a contract basis (inside IR35). The Role You will be responsible for setting and operating CNC lathes using Fanuc controls, producing high‑quality components to tight tolerances. Duties include: * Setting and operating CNC turning machines * Editing offsets and making adjustments at the machine * Working from technical drawings * Carrying out in‑process inspection * Maintaining production output across your allocated shift About You We’re looking for someone with: * Strong CNC turning experience * Confident use of Fanuc controls * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings * A reliable, professional...

Technical Lead – AI * Inside IR35 * 3-days per week in Sheffield, 2-days remote We are seeking an experienced Technical Lead – AI to join a leading financial services client, helping drive the evolution of modern software engineering through applied AI and intelligent automation. This role sits within a fraud protection environment, focused on building AI agents to detect financial crime events and improve software delivery efficiency across engineering teams. The successful candidate will combine strong full-stack engineering expertise with hands-on experience deploying and integrating large language models and agentic AI workflows into production environments. Key responsibilities: * Designing and building AI agents for fraud detection and production engineering services * Embedding AI capabilities across the software development lifecycle, from code creation through to delivery * Improving engineering efficiency through AI-driven code validation, reviews, and...

API Developer (Golang/Python) – Financial Services * Inside IR35 * Sheffield (1–2 days/month onsite) A leading financial services organisation is seeking an experienced API Developer to join their team on a contract basis. This is a great opportunity to work on modern, scalable systems within a highly regulated and fast-paced environment. This role would suit a developer who enjoys working on backend systems but is comfortable contributing to full-stack solutions when needed. If you’re looking to make an impact within a major financial organisation, this could be a strong fit. Role Overview You’ll be responsible for designing, building, and integrating high-performance APIs, with a strong focus on Golang (preferred) or Python. You’ll also collaborate with front-end teams, contributing to web-facing components using technologies such as React or Node.js. Key Responsibilities * Design, develop, and maintain robust APIs * Ensure seamless integration across internal...

DevSecOps Consultant * Sheffield (3 days per week onsite) * Inside IR35 We're partnering with a leading financial services client to appoint a DevSecOps Consultant to drive secure engineering practices across large-scale, cloud-based platforms. This role is ideal for someone who has come from a hands-on DevSecOps Engineering background and has since transitioned into architecture/design and advisory, while still retaining strong technical depth. Key Responsibilities: * Define and implement secure architecture patterns across engineering platforms (CI/CD, build systems, runtime environments) * Conduct security assessments, threat modelling, and gap analysis across platforms and pipelines * Develop and embed DevSecOps best practices, including secure pipeline design and automated controls * Establish and enforce security baselines using policy-as-code * Build and deliver security roadmaps, prioritising risk and regulatory requirements * Partner with engineering and...

Role: Area Property Operation Manager Contract Length: 6 Months initially Location: Nottingham & Lincoln (4 days/week on site) IR35: Inside Rate: £475/day Candidates MUST be based within a commutable distance Essential: You should have strong experience in property and FM disciplines and be able to demonstrate compliance with statutory, regulatory and professional requirements in previous roles. You should have experience in: * Commercial and financial disciplines * People management including mentoring, motivating and development * Asset management, maintenance and contract & supplier management * Managing complex customer relationships and stakeholder liaison * Managing multi-project programmes of maintenance or capital investment Highly Desirable: * Experience with project management processes is highly desirable. Qualifications * Willing to work towards associate (SEO/band B) level membership of relevant professional body, e.g., IWFM Level 4 / 5 – Member,...

Job Title: Estates Surveyor Location: Nottingham or Leicester / Hybrid (3 days/week on site) - Covering an area from York, to Cambridge Contract Duration: 31-03-27 – with a possible extension Daily Rate: £475/day (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside Supporting the Asset Manager (LCW/Surveying) with delivery of the Life Cycle Works (LCW) strategy, you will manage the process of carrying out asset surveys across the estate and specifying the scope of works for LCW programmes. The role will include supporting the Estate’s strategy portfolio appraisal and continued investment or disposal across a wide and varied portfolio, through the application or alignment to ISO 55001 with the aim of optimising the asset portfolio for employees, customers and other stakeholders whilst at the same time maintaining the critical requirement of asset compliance. You will play a key role in our department’s goal of improving the estate to provide a safer, more productive environment for staff and...

Technician - Rolling Stock (Contract Role) Location: Nottingham Tram Depot, Wilkinson Street, Nottingham Duration: Ongoing Contract Start Date: ASAP Shift Pattern: Days only - Monday to Friday About the Opportunity: Rullion is working with a prestigious Rolling Stock and Light Rail client to recruit a technician on a contract position at their Nottingham Tram Depot. This is a fantastic opportunity for skilled professionals with an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering to contribute to the reliability and maintenance of a modern light rail fleet. Pay Rates (Inside IR35): PAYE: £23.57/hour + accrued holiday Umbrella: £30.11/hour (first 12 weeks) £31.59/hour (after 12 weeks)Approved overtime is paid at 1.25x Role Overview: As a member of the depot's autonomous maintenance team, you will provide electrical expertise to support our client's maintenance and service commitments for their tram fleet. Key Responsibilities: Carry out servicing, maintenance,...

Role Title: Contract Project Manager (Business Change, Agile Delivery) Full Time Hybrid Working - In Office 2 Days Per Week Pay: £550 - £650 (Umbrella - Inside IR35) Duration: 3 Month Rolling Contract Location: Nottingham Start Date: ASAP Role Summary: This contract role requires an independent, high-impact professional capable of bridging the gap between business change and technology. Operating as an objective and trusted advisor, the successful contract project manager will rapidly assess business needs and working with tech through agile methodologies implement a solution that fits to the target operating model of the business and realises the agreed business benefit. You will be expected to translate complex technical solutions for non-technical stakeholders while actively managing the human and behavioural elements of the project delivery. Key Responsibilities: Agile Delivery Iterative Project Management: Manage the project lifecycle using agile frameworks (such as...

Construction Manager - HighwaysBarnsley Area 6‑Month Contract £420-£480 per day (Inside IR35) Your New CompanyA leading organisation delivering a range of highways and civil engineering schemes across South Yorkshire is looking to appoint an experienced Construction Manager. You will join a well‑established team managing multiple small‑scale highways projects and ensuring safe, efficient delivery. Your New RoleYou will oversee 5-6 concurrent highways projects, ensuring all works are delivered to programme, budget, and quality standards. Typical schemes may include: Bridge joint replacements Drainage installations Surfacing works Landscaping Signage installation General civils activitiesThis role is predominantly office‑based, with occasional site visits as required. Key Responsibilities Labour planning and resource coordination Liaising with supply chain partners and main clients Full project management from planning through to completion Booking and coordinating Traffic...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Role - Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Contract - 12 months Rate - £55 per hour inside IR35 Location - Derby 5x per week Are you a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking to work on some of the UK's most technically challenging and high-impact engineering programmes? This is an opportunity to join a world-class engineering environment delivering cutting-edge projects across the nuclear and defence sectors. You'll become part of a highly skilled team working on complex systems where innovation, precision, and engineering excellence are at the heart of everything. This role offers the chance to work on technically demanding programmes while mentoring junior engineers and driving innovation across design processes and methodologies. Role Responsibilities Producing high-quality mechanical designs to customer specifications Creating detailed 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings Supporting product development and design improvement...

Mechanical Fitter - HV Fitting & Earthing Location: Monk Fryston, North Yorkshire Project: SSER BESS Site Start Date: 8th June 2026 Duration: Until 28th August 2026 Hours: 45 Hours per Week (07:00 - 17:00) Rate: £350 per Day IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Payment Method: Umbrella / CIS Positions Available: 4 We are currently recruiting for 4 experienced Mechanical Fitters to support HV fitting and earthing activities on a major Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project at Monk Fryston. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile energy infrastructure project, working within an experienced site team delivering critical electrical and mechanical installation works. Responsibilities: Carrying out HV fitting and earthing installation works Installation and assembly of mechanical components and equipment Supporting the construction and installation of BESS infrastructure Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications Ensuring all works are completed...

OLG Recruitment are currently looking for a Mechanical Piping Field Supervisor to work for a client based in Immingham, this is a contract role for an initial period of 8 months. After this time, we will reassess the role and the requirement. This will be full time hours, Monday to Friday, determined inside IR35. Basic Function Accountable in the field for providing discipline leadership, ensuring correct installation and commissioning of relevant equipment to agreed programs. Responsibilities: * Responsible for contractor safety out on site. * Complete weekly level 1 safety audits and Behavioural Based Safety observations. * Provide a first point of contact for safety issues for the contractor and try to resolve them working with the safety team. * Review and approve permit documentation submitted by the contractors. * Ensure contractor supplies day work sheets and contract variations in a timely manner. * Review and challenge where necessary to ensure...

Stress Engineer Role - Stress Engineer Contract - 12 months Rate - £50 Per hour Inside IR35 Location - Derby 3/4x per week Are you a Stress Engineer looking to work on some of the UK's most advanced defence engineering projects? This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced stress engineer to join a high-performing embedded team delivering complex mechanical and structural solutions within a highly regulated environment. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects where safety, precision, and technical excellence are critical. The Role As a Stress Engineer, you'll be responsible for producing design calculations and supporting the development of mechanical equipment and structural support systems across major defence programmes. Your responsibilities will include: ·Performing stress calculations to recognised design codes including ASME and Eurocode ·Supporting mechanical and structural design activities ·Collaborating with CAD teams and suppliers to...

Senior Mechanical Tooling Designer Role - Senior Mechanical Tooling Designer Contract - 12 months Rate £45 Per Hour Inside IR35 Location - Derby 5x per week Are you an experienced Tooling or Mechanical Designer looking to work on cutting-edge defence engineering projects? This is an excellent opportunity for talented engineers to join a high-performing team delivering tooling, fixtures, and mechanical design solutions for major new-build programmes within a highly regulated engineering environment. Role Responsibilities ·Designing tooling, jigs, fixtures, and mechanical components ·Producing concept and detailed 3D CAD designs ·Solving complex engineering and manufacturing challenges ·Modifying and improving designs to meet project requirements ·Supporting safety, reliability, and performance reviews ·Producing technical documentation and reports ·Managing design risks and project scope Key Skills ·Experience in Tooling Design or Mechanical Design ·Background in...

Contractor required - This role is Inside IR35 My client has a vacancy within their Manufacturing Department for a CNC Milling Setter/ Operator. We are looking for candidates who have relevant and proven experience. Only suitably qualified contractor's who can hit the ground running with experience of of setting and operating Heidenhain CNC 3/4 axis milling machines within a high precision low volume environment will be considered. This is fine tolerance work You will be required to work Day's/Lates on a rotating shift pattern. Shift Pattern: Days Shift: 07.00 – 16.00 Monday to Thursday, and 07.00 – 12.00 on Fridays. Lates Shift: Monday 15:00 - 01:00 Tuesday to Thursday 15:00 - 00.30 Friday Off You will be entitled to two breaks Monday to Thursday, one 10-minute unpaid break and one 20-minute unpaid break. Role Accountabilities: Use and control of CNC programs in accordance with relevant procedures. Ability to read and understand...

Our client, a leading consultancy in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Senior Planner to join their team on a contract basis in Derby. Key Responsibilities: Developing, maintaining and updating project schedules using Oracle Primavera P6 Collaborating with project teams to ensure schedules are met and projects are delivered on time Conducting regular progress reviews and providing updates on project timelines Identifying potential schedule risks and developing mitigation plans Communicating effectively with both internal and external stakeholders Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards Providing detailed reports and presentations on project status Job Requirements: Experience in planning within the defence or nuclear sectors Proficiency with Oracle Primavera P6 Strong team collaboration and communication skills Security clearance (SC) or having held SC previously Ability to work part-time, 2-3 days per week, in Derby Availability to...

IT Technician - on-site £25.75 Per Hour, Inside IR35 Contract Role Your new role You will be required to build, deploy and decommission devices. Build new Windows 11 devices using standardised images and task sequences Enrol devices into Microsoft Intune / Autopilot Install core applications Deploy Windows 11 devices to end users in line with rollout schedule. Decommission legacy Windows 10 devices in line with IT policies Backup, restoration, and migration of user data Securely wipe data using approved tools and methods Remove devices from Azure AD / Intune / CMDB systems Manage laptop and device handover to multiple users and sites IT equipment Install/Move/Add/Change and Disposal Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to resolve complex issues Update asset registers and deployment tracking sheets What you'll need to succeed SC Clearence is essential. Experience in IT support, deployments, asset management Strong attention to detail and ability to follow...

Network Engineer (Cisco SD-WAN) – 6 Month Initial Contract – Fully Remote VIQU are supporting a major enterprise organisation undergoing a large-scale network transformation and consolidation programme. They are seeking a Network Engineer to support the rollout of SD-WAN across numerous new sites, with a further rollout planned across existing locations. The successful Network Engineer will focus on the hands-on implementation of SD-WAN and network migration activities within a predominantly Cisco-based environment. Key Responsibilities Implement Cisco-based SD-WAN solutions across c.50+ sites, with additional rollout phases to follow Configure and deploy SD-WAN edge devices, circuits, and network infrastructure components Support migration from legacy WAN providers into a consolidated managed service environment Work to deliver against HLD/LLD designs during implementation phase Operate within a co-managed model, taking ownership of configurations, changes, and fixes where...