CBSbutler Ltd.

Project Test Manager Location: Hampshire (Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Clearance: DV Clearance required (Active) Rate: £550 to £600 per day - Outside IR35 Overview We are seeking a Project Test Manager to provide specialist oversight and assurance across a highly secure government IT infrastructure programme. This role will focus on managing and governing the test and trial activity, ensuring that infrastructure capabilities are validated, risks are identified early, and delivery remains aligned to operational requirements. The successful candidate will act as a trusted adviser to programme leadership, providing independent challenge, structured guidance, and leadership across complex test environments. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic oversight and assurance of Test & Trials activity across the programme Review and shape Test & Trials Strategies, Plans, and governance frameworks Advise programme leadership on test readiness, risks, and delivery confidence Provide independent challenge to ensure robust validation and assurance practices Support planning and execution of system integration, acceptance, and operational trials Engage with engineering, cyber, and operational stakeholders to ensure coordinated test delivery Produce high-level assurance reporting and readiness assessments Identify delivery risks and recommend mitigation strategies Support transition into service and operational acceptance activities Essential Skills & Experience Active DV Clearance (mandatory) Strong experience delivering Test & Trials consultancy or leadership within secure government or defence environments Demonstrable experience shaping test governance, strategy, and assurance frameworks Background working on secure IT infrastructure or complex systems programmes Experience advising senior stakeholders on test readiness and delivery risk Strong understanding of integration, system, and operational testing principles Ability to operate effectively within highly controlled, security sensitive environments

We're offering a standout opportunity to join a high-performing Business Improvement team, driving meaningful change across a complex, engineering-led organisation. This role sits at the heart of the business-working cross-functionally to lead high-impact improvement initiatives, influence senior stakeholders, and deliver measurable operational gains. If you're passionate about continuous improvement, data-driven decision making, and leading change, this is a platform role to accelerate your career. What You'll Be Doing Lead and deliver high-impact Lean Six Sigma projects with tangible business outcomes Identify and quantify improvement opportunities through data analysis and waste reduction Partner with senior stakeholders to secure buy-in and drive strategic priorities Manage project risks, resolve issues quickly, and maintain delivery momentum Implement KPI frameworks to track performance, sustainability, and ROI Embed a culture of continuous improvement across multiple business areas What We're Looking For Lean Six Sigma Black Belt with a track record of delivering results Experience leading continuous improvement in a manufacturing or engineering environment Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams on complex projects Knowledge of quality systems and industry standards (e.g. EN9100) Highly analytical, proactive, and comfortable operating autonomously Why This Role? Exposure to business-wide operations and strategic initiatives Opportunity to work within a specialist Quality & Business Improvement function Ideal for those looking to accelerate long-term career progression Structured as a development-focused secondment, returning to your function with enhanced capability If you're ready to step into a role where you can drive real change and elevate your impact, this is a rare opportunity to do exactly that.

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Project Test Manager for an 18-month contract based in Hampshire, UK. The role involves ensuring effective oversight of test and trials activities in a secure government IT project. Key responsibilities include advising senior leadership on risks, reviewing test strategies, and producing assurance reports. The ideal candidate must have active DV Clearance and significant experience in secure environments related to IT infrastructure and systems.

A leading manufacturing firm located in Kidderminster is seeking a Quality Inspector on a 12-month FTC. The ideal candidate will ensure all incoming materials meet strict standards and work closely with Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations. Responsibilities include inspecting components, maintaining compliance, and managing quality issues. Previous experience in quality inspection and the ability to read technical drawings are essential. Join a high-performance team committed to quality and excellence in manufacturing.

Quality Inspector (12-month FTC) Kidderminster (Onsite role) £25,000 - £35,000 + excellent benefits. This is a hands on, detail-focused role with real impact on manufacturing performance and product integrity. Working closely with Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations, you'll be responsible for ensuring all incoming materials and components meet strict technical and quality standards. What You'll Be Doing Inspect and verify incoming components against engineering drawings and specifications (GD&T) Ensure full compliance, traceability, and documentation accuracy Identify and manage non conforming materials, raising and progressing NCRs Use manual inspection equipment to validate dimensions, finishes, and quality standards Support supplier quality performance and continuous improvement activities Maintain inspection throughput to meet production demands What We're Looking For Proven experience in a Quality Inspection role within engineering/manufacturing Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings & tolerances (GD&T) Hands on experience with manual measurement tools Familiarity with root cause analysis tools (8D, 5 Whys, etc.) Experience working within structured quality systems (e.g. ISO / AS9100) Comfortable working cross functionally with operations, procurement, and quality teams Why Apply? Work on high integrity, precision engineered products Join a business with global reach and complex supply chains Be part of a team where quality truly matters Opportunity to develop within a structured, engineering led environment If you're a detail driven quality professional looking to make an impact in a high performance manufacturing environment, this is a great opportunity to step up.