Systems Engineer Location: Edinburgh (2 days onsite pw is required) Contract Contract Length: 6 Months Daily Rate: Up to 600 (inside IR35 via umbrella) Are you a talented Systems Engineer looking for your next challenge? Our client is seeking a skilled professional to join their dynamic team on a contract basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a range of exciting projects while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working. Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain network systems, ensuring efficient routing, DHCP, and DNS functionality. Set up and administer Active Directory, including site design, Group Policy, security protocols, and certificate services. Oversee Windows Server (2022) administration, ensuring optimal performance and security. Develop and execute PowerShell scripts to automate tasks and improve system efficiency. Work within the Amazon AWS Cloud environment, utilising EC2, security groups, EFS, SBS, S3, and load balancers to...

Mechanical Engineer (Standalone Mechanical Role) - 6 months - Leven - 505 per day inside IR35 Key Responsibilities: Overseeing installation of mechanical equipment involved in the new production line Working closely with contractors, principal contractor, and principal designer Providing mechanical expertise across project stages Participating in technical discussions and decision-making Preferred Background: FMCG, ideally bottling industry experience Qualifications: Mandatory: Time-served apprenticeship or strong mechanical engineering experience Preferable: HND/degree in Mechanical Engineering Hours: Mon-Thu: 8am-5pm Fri: Typically finish between 3-4pm Mechanical Engineer (Standalone Mechanical Role) - 6 months - Leven - 505 per day inside IR35 Damia Group Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept our Data Protection...

We are working in partnership with a global Energy provider. We are currently recruiting for a Quality Manager to work across 2 Solar Farms near Dundee and Birmingham. The Quality Manager role comes with a rate of 500- 600 per day. Key skills Own and oversee project quality compliance across assigned UK projects, ensuring contractors, suppliers, and partners meet contractual, regulatory, and industry standards. Establish and maintain the Project Quality Management System (PQMS) from late development through execution and close-out to ensure consistent application of requirements. Develop and review key quality documents such as Quality Plans, ITPs, method statements, and associated records with site subcontractors. Lead audits, inspections, and surveillance activities, verifying alignment with approved standards, specifications, and management systems. Manage non-conformances and quality risks, ensuring timely resolution, preventing recurrence, and providing...

QA Responsible Person (RP) (12-month contract Outside IR35) Remote role with occasional onsite attendance at client locations. One of our clients, an award-winning pharmaceutical consulting company, is looking for a RP to join them on a contract basis. If you're passionate about quality assurance and compliance in the pharmaceutical sector, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: Support the Quality team in maintaining the organisation's Quality Management System (QMS). Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, GMP, and GDP standards, as well as internal procedures. Raise non-conformances, deviations, and change requests, ensuring all trackers are meticulously maintained. Manage the supplier controls system, including evaluations and assessments. Analyse process performance and prepare presentations for Quality Management review meetings. Conduct internal audits and ensure adherence to audit schedules. Drive continual improvement initiatives and maintain internal...

An exciting opportunity for a Site Agent to work on a prestigious Rail Project in Cardiff, Wales As a Site Agent you will be working on lineside rail civils and Drainage. Duties will include: Managing Section Engineers and subcontractor management Planning, forecasting and delivering work Liaising with clients and stakeholders Developing programmes, Risk assessments, Quality assurance. Managing design, NCRs, RFI's, H&S etc. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we...

Senior Java Software Engineer (Contractor) UK-Based Fully Remote Outside IR35 Contract to Dec 2026 We are supporting a global engineering and technology organisation in the search for a Senior Java Software Engineer (Contractor) to join their Performance Engineering & Research team. This is a fully remote opportunity (UK-based candidates only) working on robust, scalable software that supports sophisticated control algorithms and performance optimisation systems. The Role You will design, build and maintain efficient, high-performance Java applications, contributing across the full software development lifecycle including: Requirements analysis and system design Development and implementation Testing and deployment CI/CD and automation improvements Technical documentation Working under the guidance of the Principal Performance Engineer, you will collaborate with solution design, integration, simulation and delivery teams globally. What We re...

Job Title: Civil & Structural Design Engineer Salary: 45-50 per hour (dependent on experience) Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Type: Contract, Hybrid About the Role: Our client is seeking an experienced Civil & Structural Design Engineer to support live projects within the Grid Access Substations and HVDC Converter Stations sector. This is a technically demanding role requiring close coordination across civil, structural and M&E disciplines. You will contribute to the development, review and governance of technical solutions, ensuring work packages are delivered on time and to budget. About the Client: Our client is a leading engineering organisation delivering high-profile infrastructure projects across the UK, with a focus on multidisciplinary collaboration and technical excellence. Key Responsibilities: Produce and review civil and structural design solutions for substations and HVDC infrastructure projects Provide technical input and governance across live...

Resident Fire Safety Manager - Housing Association Contract North London Site & Office Based 380- 400 per day Umbrella 3-4 Month Initial Contract (Extension Potential) We're partnering with a well-established housing association in North London to recruit an experienced Resident Fire Safety Manager to lead delivery of their resident-focused fire safety and PEEPs programme across higher and medium-risk residential buildings. This is a leadership role combining complex casework with team oversight, ensuring vulnerable residents have safe, compliant evacuation plans while maintaining strong data governance and performance management. The Role Lead delivery of the Residential PEEPs programme across in-scope buildings Manage and support a team of 4 completing PCFRAs and evacuation plans Deliver your own caseload focused on more complex/high-rise buildings Ensure all residents in scope are assessed and reviewed annually Maintain accurate building and...

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Procurement) North London We are looking for a sharp, commercially-minded Senior QS to take full ownership of procurement for a major residential project based in Manor House (N4) . The Core Mission Your primary focus is the end-to-end procurement of high-value, complex packages. We need a specialist who can navigate the technical nuances of: M&E Packages: Full scope from tender to award. Facade Packages: Managing detailed specifications and specialist subcontractors. What You Bring Residential Expertise: You know the London residential market inside out. Procurement Mastery: A proven track record of hitting the ground running and closing out major packages. Negotiation Skills: The ability to find the balance between quality, compliance, and commercial viability. The Essentials Location: Manor House, North London (On-site 5 days/week). Role Type: Freelance Focus: Procurement of M&E and...

Job Title: Retrofit Assessor Location: North London Rate: 300 - 500 per day (based on a rate of 100 per assessment), plus available expenses IR35 Determination: Outside of scope Contract Length: Long-term, ongoing contract The Role: Are you a freelance Retrofit Assessor looking for a long-term contract that offers genuine longevity and stability? We have an excellent ongoing opportunity available for an experienced professional to oversee a diverse portfolio of council properties across the North London area. A major selling point of this contract is the variety of the workload, as you will be conducting assessments on a balanced mixture of both residential and commercial public landlord type properties. Your responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive retrofit assessments on properties and identifying areas for energy efficiency improvements. Evaluating the exterior and interior condition of properties, including assessing insulation, heating...

Job Title: VMWare Engineering Lead Location: Sheffield OR Birmingham (3 days per week on-site) Salary/Rate: Up to 485 per day Start Date: March 2026 Job Type: 10-month contract (Inside IR35) Company Introduction: We are currently recruiting for an Engineering Lead with experience in large-scale IT infrastructure & distributed systems to join our tier-1 banking client on an exciting long-term contract. Role overview The role is part of the Virtualisation Engineering Team within Distributed Compute in CTO Enterprise Services. A VMware Engineering POD Lead is responsible for guiding the development and delivery of VMware products, ensuring they meet business needs and customer expectations. Responsible for VMware Products Vision and Strategy with a focus on automation, availability, reliability, performance, and scale. Managing complex environmental issues, collaborating with wider teams, such as Operations, Applications, Engineering, Connectivity, and...

Job Title: Product Owner Location: Sheffield OR Birmingham (3 days per week) Salary/Rate: Up to 485 per day Start Date: March 2026 Job Type: 10-month contract (inside IR35) Company Introduction: We are currently recruiting for a Product Owner to join our client in the financial services sector. Job Responsibilities/Objectives: Lead and mentor a team of VMware engineers within the POD structure Responsible for people and performance management of the team Design, deploy, and manage VMware vSphere, VRO, vRLI, and related technologies Oversee day-to-day operations, troubleshooting, and performance tuning of the virtual environment Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver infrastructure solutions for business needs Drive automation initiatives using tools such as PowerCLI, Ansible, or vRealize Suite Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and best practices Participate in capacity planning, disaster recovery, and business...

Job Title: PostgreSQL DBA Location: Manchester ( 1 x per month on-site) Salary/Rate: 435 per day Start Date: March 2026 Job Type: 6-month contract (Inside IR35) Company Introduction We are currently recruiting for an experienced PostgreSQL DBA to join our client on an exciting contract in the finance industry. Primary Skills: Must have hands-on experience as Database Administration specifically with MongoDB, PostgreSQL / Oracle. Managing a oracle team Working with database software to find ways to store, organise and manage data Expert knowledge of RDBMS and NoSQL data stores and working with a variety of structures, including JSON and XML Experience of software development with distributed data processing technologies including Oracle, MongoDB, PostgreSQL Experience in keeping databases up to date, troubleshooting, helping with database design & development, and managing database access. Experience in designing maintenance procedures and putting...

Track Handback Engineer (Rail) North-West, England Contract roles £400 + per shift (rate dependent on duties and experience) Are you an experienced Track Handback Engineer looking for long term opportunities and greater support to develop your career? If so, your next move is with Ganymede THE ROLE Ganymede has excellent opportunities for Track Handback Engineers whether fully passed out or requiring mentorship. We partner with a multitude of 1st tier and 2nd tier contractors in the rail construction and civils field to offer fantastic opportunities to secure both regular and supplementary ad hoc work, subject to your requirements. This can be across maintenance or multidisciplinary rail construction projects across the UK. This is a chance to leverage and develop your specialist skills with one of the UK s leading providers of permanent way technical expertise, amongst likeminded professionals who are committed to delivering excellence. ABOUT YOU If you...

Lead and manage all on-site EHS activities throughout the construction lifecycle. Ensure full compliance with Irish health, safety, and environmental legislation. Develop, implement, and monitor project-specific EHS plans, procedures, and risk assessments. Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety walks. Oversee contractor compliance with EHS standards and project requirements. Lead incident investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions. Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings to site personnel. Coordinate with project management, contractors, and client stakeholders on EHS matters. Maintain accurate EHS documentation and reporting. Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement mindset across the site. Degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related discipline. Chartered status or working towards (e.g., IOSH or equivalent) desirable. Minimum 7-10 years' EHS experience within...

Supply Chain Manager / Supplier Manager - Rolling contract - (Apply online only)pd Inside IR35 - Hybrid with occasional travel across UK Overview We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain / Supplier Manager to design, build, and manage a robust, scalable supply chain operating model across EMEA. This role will take ownership of workforce demand planning and supplier management, ensuring efficient processes from demand signal through to supplier engagement, onboarding, and governance. The successful candidate will bring strong supplier management experience alongside broader resource management capability. Key Responsibilities Demand & Workforce Planning Own and manage workforce demand signals from pipeline through to recruitment needs Improve visibility and tracking of demand across EMEA Align supply chain strategy with internal fulfilment models (onshore, offshore, and internal hiring) Support delivery strategy aligned with North America and India...

Site Manager Location: Oban, Lochgilphead, and Dunoon - (two days only) Shift: Monday to Friday Occasional weekend work Rate: £400, £440 (weekend rate) Contract: LTD (Outside IR35) or CIS Length of Contract: 10 weeks Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM 5:00 PM To meet the landfill, ban existing compost plants in Argyll & Bute are being converted into transfer stations. This entails the complete removal of the mechanical plant contained within the sheds, modifications to the electrical system and the installation of new concrete bunker walls to create waste bays. 2 Location, split across the 10 weeks: Lochgilphead , Oban next week handover few days in Dunoon Key Responsibilities: Supervising contractors on-site to ensure adherence to safety rules and site protocols. Reviewing and accepting Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS). Coordinating daily activities within CDM zones, including managing interfaces with adjacent...

Astute's Contract team is partnering with a Renewables Construction company to recruit for a Site Manager on a 3-6 month contract for it's West Suffolk area. The Site Manager role comes with a day rate of 350- 400. Outside IR35. Key Skills for the Site Manager role: - Must have solar farm Site Management experience - Must be ok with travelling to other sites if cover is needed or when the current project finishes - SMSTS & First Aid & Fire Marshal Astute 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 ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard...

Job Role: Senior Programme Manager Location: South West (Hybrid Working Available) Contract Type: 18-24 Month Contract About the Role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Programme Manager to lead a large-scale capital delivery programme within the UK water sector. This is a high-profile leadership position responsible for overseeing a complex portfolio of infrastructure projects, each valued between 2m- 5m, across water and wastewater networks. Reporting directly into executive leadership, you will be accountable for programme performance, governance, commercial outcomes, and team leadership. This role is viewed as a strategic appointment and will play a critical part in driving delivery excellence across people, projects, and assets. Key responsibilities include: Leading and overseeing a large multi-project capital programme Managing and developing a team of Programme and Project Managers Driving fiscal performance, including budget...

Unified Communications Engineer/Consultant - 24 months - Market Rate - Remote (Must be mobile) We are seeking a hands-on Unified Communications Engineer to support secure enterprise voice, video, and collaboration platforms (Microsoft Teams) within the Public Sector. You will work with a team decommissioning current infrastructure, whilst working on the transformation to new kit and way of working. This will involve multi sites across the UK and is a long term upgrade project. Experience within the Public Sector would be an advantage. Key Responsibilities Decommission existing Unified Comms Support and maintain enterprise voice and video platforms Manage video conferencing and room-based collaboration systems Maintain underlying network, server, and storage infrastructure Support partner connectivity across various UK sites Perform hardware installation and configuration Contribute to monitoring, automation, and operational tooling Core Technical Skills...