220 jobs found in Colchester

Job Title: Contract Strategic Buyer Location: Colchester Rate: £30 to £40 per hour Employment Type: Contract Working Arrangements: Hybrid Working (3 on site, 2 from home) Contract Length: 2–3 months (initial contract) Are you an experienced Buyer or Procurement professional with strong supplier management, negotiation skills, and a background in electronic components or technical manufacturing? This role has an indicative outside IR35 determination, meaning we can accept candidates who wish to operate through their own Personal Service Company (PSC). This contract role offers the opportunity to make an immediate impact by improving supplier performance, reducing lead‑times, and supporting strategic procurement activity.     Role Responsibilities – Contract Strategic Buyer - Manage supplier performance, ensuring on‑time delivery and accurate purchase order tracking. - Run RFQs and negotiate pricing, MOQs, payment terms, and batch cost improvements. - Support cost‑saving...

Job Title: Site Engineer Location: Colchester Rate: £(Apply online only)/Day - Outside IR35 - Ltd company is an option Duration: 6 months   Site Engineer required for highways works in Colchester!   Are you a Site Engineer wanting an outside IR35 contract?   You will be working predominantly over day shifts, covering all aspects of highways site engineering and setting-out. This includes infrastructure, roads and sewers, drainage, earthworks, kerbing and reinforced concrete works.   As Site Engineer you will be tasked with:   ·Liaising with the project team to ensure the project is delivered to a high quality and on time ·Offering guidance and direction to more junior members of the team ·Setting out of roads, earthworks, sewers and reinforced concrete structures ·Scanning for services and using CAT and Genny to locate underground utilities ·Keeping daily records of site activities   You will also hold:   ·Knowledge and experience of Highways standards and...

My client requires an experienced Construction Manager with an Electrical Bias for a long term role based near to Ipswich, Suffolk. Outside IR35 + Weekly Payments + 2 year duration My client has delivered a wide range of M&E projects over the last 15 + years working with Tier 1 clients in a number of sectors, and due to continued growth requires an experienced Construction Manager to join their business. The position will require you to assist the Project Manager and the management of the sub contractors delivering MEP packages of work. This is a long term contract role and would suit someone who has extensive experience covering the following: * Reporting into the Senior Project Manager * Forming close links with the client’s representatives and their teams at a senior level. * Attending site meetings, liaising with clients and subcontractors * Promote a positive health and safety culture across the project & workforce * Managing any changes that occur throughout...

My client requires an M&E Project Engineer who has worked on M&E projects to join their team on a long term project based next to Ipswich, Suffolk. Paying £(Apply online only) a shift + Outside IR35 + Weekly Payments My client has a good name in the engineering sector for delivering M&E projects for high profile clients in a number of different sectors and offers a stable, professional and friendly atmosphere in which to work in. Role & Responsibilities: * Assurance of materials * Managing sub contractors * Defining the installation requirements * Working with the construction teams * Supporting problem solving during build process Requirements: * Ability to work in Suffolk (Accomodation options) * Ability to produce paperwork (ITP's) and prioritise workloads This would suit someone who is looking for a long term role and someone who wishes to join an experienced team in Suffolk delivering M&E packjages of work. Outside IR35 + Paying £(Apply online...

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Contract Procurement Specialist - Essex to join our customer on an initial contract basis. This role offers an OUTSIDE IR35 determination, meaning we can accept candidates who wish to operate through their own PSC. Our customer is a leading developer of high-performance embedded computing solutions, supplying innovative technology across sectors including defence, aerospace, and telecommunications. Due to increased demand, they are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to support their supply chain and procurement function. As a Contract Procurement Specialist - Essex, you will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, purchase orders, and procurement activities to ensure the timely supply of critical components. You will work closely with Planning, Engineering, and Sales teams to drive supplier performance, reduce costs and lead times, and support strategic sourcing initiatives. Key Responsibilities -...

Job Description: We are looking for self-employed HGV Technicians (HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter) Location: Essex Pay Rate: £34 - £35 per hour Outside IR35 Do one of these roles describe you? Do you feel undervalued your current role? Are you an experienced HGV Mechanic with a level 3 qualification or equivalent? Why not come join our team of engineers here at Excel Resourcing, we specialise in supporting several blue-chip clients who operate in the road transport industry. Benefits in working for Excel: * Weekly Pay: * Long-term contracting work * Product Training provided * Minimum Hourly Rate of £34 These roles involve: * Carrying out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of HGV. * Diagnosing and rectifying all types of HGV faults * Ensuring all vehicles worked upon are handled carefully and that the relevant precautions are taken whilst on the premises. * Liaising with the parts department to attain correct parts. * Ensuring health & safety regulations...

Quality Engineer (Earthworks) – East Anglia Outside IR35 | £400–£450 per day | 2-Year Contract  Rate: £400–£450 per day (Outside IR35)  Duration: Approximately 2 years  The Opportunity  Ganymede are recruiting on behalf of a leading Tier 1 infrastructure contractor delivering enabling works on Highways project in East Anglia.  Due to increasing workload, we are looking to appoint three experienced Quality Engineers to support major earthworks activities across two significant highway construction schemes.  These projects comprise approximately 4km and 9km access roads and represent critical infrastructure for one of the UK's largest construction programmes.  The Role  This is not a site management position.  You will act as the client's quality representative, supporting the engineering team by ensuring earthworks and materials are installed in accordance with specification.  The role is focused on preventing quality issues before they become costly defects.  Typical...

Business Central Functional Consultant (Finance & Operations) 12-month Contract | Basildon / Hybrid Working | Circa £500 - £520 per day Outside IR35 (rate flexible) I am recruiting on behalf of a UK industrial services group currently undertaking a major Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and 4PS transformation programme. Following significant growth through acquisition, the organisation is implementing a group-wide ERP platform to standardise finance and operational processes, improve reporting capabilities and create a scalable operating model for future growth. They are seeking an experienced Business Central Functional Consultant with strong Finance and Operations expertise to lead key workstreams throughout the implementation. This role will suit a consultant who has previously led / been heavily involved Business Central implementations, and is comfortable driving process design, stakeholder engagement and ERP adoption across complex, multi-entity...

The Role   Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Site Inspector to support ongoing civil and marine works in the Essex area. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-profile infrastructure project, where you will play a key role in ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with design and quality standards.   Please note that, depending on project requirements, there may be a need to work additional hours, including evenings, nights, or weekends. Night shifts are currently operated on a rotating roster, typically following 12 days on, 2 days off pattern, which may include working one weekend in every two. This role will also be 6 days per week to begin with.   This position fall outside IR35. Key Responsibilities   Site Inspection & Project Support   ·Carry out regular site inspections to ensure compliance with approved designs, specifications, and HSE requirements ·Support the delivery of civil and marine...

CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – ROMFORD Position: Vehicle Technician Location: Romford Rate: £24.00 Per Hour (Outside IR35) Hours: Monday-Friday 08:30-17:30 + Overtime CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – THE ROLE: We are currently looking for fully qualified Vehicle Technicians to work at our client’s workshop on an ongoing contractual basis. You will be responsible for carrying out service, maintenance and repair work on a wide range of motor vehicles. The contract is outside IR35 and the rate on offer is £24.00 per hour. CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – SKILLS REQUIRED: * Qualified to Level 3 NVQ/City & Guilds or similar in the relevant disciplines. * Experience carrying out repair and service work to a variety of vehicles. * Ability to diagnose and rectify a wide range of mechanical & electrical vehicle faults. * Knowledge of health and safety practices in the workshop. * UK Driving License and possess your own tools. * Excellent written and verbal...

RF Design Contractor | 6 Months | 4 days onsite | Outside IR35 | Cambridge I’m currently supporting an engineering company looking for a senior RF contractor to join them onsite for an initial 6 month engagement, helping solve a range of RF design, validation and obsolescence challenges across an existing product range. This is a hands-on role for somebody who can hit the ground running, integrate into the team quickly and add value across both development and manufacturing engineering activities. Key experience required: * Recent experience in discrete RF design and validation * Strong background with FGen/VCO along with TX/RX circuit design * Experience across 400MHz–900MHz frequencies (PMR type environments highly relevant) * Good understanding of RF component selection, market availability and obsolescence resolution * Experience working on integrated products rather than isolated RF modules/gain blocks * Strong communication skills and ability to work...

Site Manager  Location: Romford, Essex Contract Type: Contract (Outside IR35) Duration: 2 Months We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee the safe and successful delivery of civil engineering, water, and wastewater infrastructure projects in Romford. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and hands-on Site Manager with experience working within utilities, water, civil engineering, or infrastructure environments. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with the project programme. Plan, monitor, and coordinate site activities, labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors. Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (HSEQ) requirements...

Are you looking for work within the Stock Condition Surveying industry? Look no further! 1st Select are looking for an experienced Stock Condition Surveyor who would be able to carry out detailed inspections of houses and flats, both internally as well as externally. Our client is a leading Consultancy in the Stock Condition Surveying industry, that has won a large contract covering Cambridge and we are looking for 3 Stock Condition Surveyors to partake in this program. Responsibilities/requirements will include… Stock Condition Surveying Experience HHSRS Experience RDSAP Experience Benefits for the worker Gain more experience in the building surveying industry Flexible working hours *Payment outside of IR35* This will be a 6-month contract with the possibility of leading on to additional work. If this fits your area of expertise, please contact Mackenzie Brooke

Embedded Software Engineer | Outside IR35 | Cambridge The client is looking for specialist embedded software development services to deliver defined firmware components for an embedded Linux platform. They are looking for multiple software engineers, so I encourage you to apply if you have any recent experience developing software on an embedded Linux platform. Scope of Services * Development of embedded Linux firmware for target hardware platforms (OMAP & iMX6), including kernel configuration, BSP updates, and device driver enablement * Implementation of software required to support platform bring-up and peripheral integration (e.g. UART, SPI, I2C, PCIe) * Integration of firmware into the wider system, ensuring compatibility with existing software components * Investigation and resolution of technical issues relating to firmware, including hardware/software interaction faults * Production of supporting artefacts (design documentation, test specifications, and...

Job Description: We are looking for self-employed HGV Technicians (HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter) Location: Dagenham Pay Rate: £34 - £35 per hour Outside IR35 Do one of these roles describe you? Do you feel undervalued your current role? Are you an experienced HGV Mechanic with a level 3 qualification or equivalent? Why not come join our team of engineers here at Excel Resourcing, we specialise in supporting several blue-chip clients who operate in the road transport industry. Benefits in working for Excel: * Weekly Pay: * Long-term contracting work * Product Training provided * Minimum Hourly Rate of £34 These roles involve: * Carrying out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of HGV. * Diagnosing and rectifying all types of HGV faults * Ensuring all vehicles worked upon are handled carefully and that the relevant precautions are taken whilst on the premises. * Liaising with the parts department to attain correct parts. * Ensuring health & safety...

Our client, a globally leading EPC organisation, is seeking a Contracts Administrator / Quantity Surveyor to join a major capital project based in Royston. Working as part of the site delivery team, you will provide contract administration support to the Contracts Manager and Construction Manager, ensuring effective management of construction contracts throughout the project lifecycle. This role is ideally suited to a mid-level Contracts Administrator or Quantity Surveyor with approximately 5–10 years of experience supporting site-based construction projects within the process, pharmaceutical, chemical, industrial or engineering sectors. What's on Offer * Initial 12-month contract. * ​​​​Outside IR35 engagement. * Opportunity to work on a major capital project for a globally recognised EPC contractor. * Collaborative site-based project environment with long-term potential. * Rotational work 10 - 4 days Key Responsibilities * Draft and issue contractual...

CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – BARKING Position: Vehicle Technician Location: Barking, Greater London Rate: £24.00 Per Hour (Outside IR35) CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – THE ROLE: We are currently looking for fully qualified Vehicle Technicians to work at our client’s workshop on an ongoing contractual basis. You will be responsible for carrying out service, maintenance and repair work on a wide range of motor vehicles. The contract is outside IR35 and the rate on offer is £24.00 per hour. CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – SKILLS REQUIRED: * Qualified to Level 3 NVQ/City & Guilds or similar in the relevant disciplines. * Experience carrying out repair and service work to a variety of vehicles. * Ability to diagnose and rectify a wide range of mechanical & electrical vehicle faults. * Knowledge of health and safety practices in the workshop. * UK Driving License and possess your own tools. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to...

Junior Marketing & Brand Asset Coordinator Location: Stratford, London (Hybrid - minimum 40% office-based) Contract: Fixed-Term Contract (5-6 weeks) Hours: Part-time - 3 days per week (Wednesday office attendance preferred) We're recruiting for a Junior Marketing & Brand Asset Coordinator to support a busy marketing team on a short-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their marketing career while gaining hands-on experience in brand and digital asset management. Key Responsibilities Organise and categorise digital image assets. Ensure images are correctly tagged and credited. Source additional photography from across the organisation. Develop simple processes to improve image management. Support the wider marketing and communications team. About You Highly organised with excellent attention to detail. Interest in marketing, branding and communications. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Able to work independently...

HGV Technician / HGV Engineer / HGV Fitter / HGV Mechanic / HGV Contractor Location: Dartford Rate: £31.00 - £32.00 per hour Shift: Monday - Friday (Early & Middle Shift - 50 hours+) Immediate Start Available - On-Going Work Our client is a specialist, reliable, and reputable Commercial Vehicle Company based around the Dartford area. They are seeking a passionate and dedicated HGV Technician to complete an ongoing contract / LTD position. This is open to Limited Company Contractors and is working Outside IR35. As a HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter you must hold the following: * NVQ / City and Guilds – Level 3 * Minimum of 5 years working on commercial vehicles * Experience working in a fast-paced and demanding customer environment * The ability to organise work on own initiative and work under pressure * Class 1 licence – Preferable not essential Benefits & Package * Great Hourly Rates * Weekly Pay - Every Friday * Limited Companies...

Contract Electrical Fitter / Machine Wirer 3 Month Minimum Contract – 37.5 Hours – Monday to Friday Days £22p/h LTD / UMB - OUTSIDE IR35 Based Letchworth 5D Recruitment is proud to be working exclusively, and in partnership with a leading engineering company based in the heart of the home counties. Employing nearly 50 people they design, manufacture, assemble, test, and ship bespoke machinery from their new, world-class facility. They are market leaders in the concept design and manufacture of fully automated, high precision, bespoke machines which are used to complete complex functions required to guarantee the quality of the product. Working across a variety of industries their main markets include the medical and scientific sectors. They have long-standing agreements with some of the most renowned manufacturers in their sector, with a growing order book, combined with an excellent pipeline the future is looking exciting. What the Role Will Involve: * Building a bespoke...