Head Resourcing

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Head Resourcing
Nov 07, 2025
Contractor
Mainframe System Automation Engineer Start: 11/24/2025 End: 05/29/2026 Inside IR35 Nottingham Mainframe System Automation Engineer (OPSMVS) required for an initial 12 - 18-month role with our blue-chip Financial Services client. The right candidate must have demonstrable experience in Mainframe Automation & Operations, OPSMVS, REXX and ideally some experience in CA-View & CA-Deliver. The role must be engaged via an FCSA accredited Umbrella company, and the role can be worked fully remotely. There may be a requirement to be on-call at certain points, but the role is Monday - Friday. Essential Skills: Mainframe Automation OPSMVS REXX Mainframe Operations (ISPF, JCL, z/OS etc.) Desirable Skills: CA-View / CA-Deliver I-Dash Administration Splunk (nice to have) This is a long-term contract opportunity with a stable and reputable organisation. If interested, apply immediately! Head Resourcing is committed to being an inclusive business where diversity is valued and celebrated. Diversity to us, includes but is not limited to educational background, socio-economic background, neurodiversity, age, marriage and civil partnership status, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief, race and ethnicity. As such we welcome enquiries and applications from everyone. We will be happy discuss with you any workplace adjustments you need in order to be at your best during the recruitment process.
Head Resourcing City, London
Nov 06, 2025
Contractor
PMO / Scheduler Contract - End of Jan Initially. SC clearance needed. Day Rate Contract About the Role We are partnering with a leading consultancy to recruit a PMO/Scheduler for an initial short-term contract. This role is ideal for professionals with experience in the defence sector and strong scheduling and PMO expertise. You will spend approximately one-third of your time on scheduling activities , with the remainder focused on managing programme operations, including artefacts, RAID logs, reporting packs, and general PMO tasks. Key Responsibilities Create Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) capturing project scope from Control Account Managers and Work Package Managers. Develop and maintain schedules in Microsoft Project (MSP) using WBS dictionaries and estimates from Work Package Managers. Implement approved Baseline Change Requests (BCRs) and maintain schedule integrity. Support analysis and integration of supplier schedules. Apply and explain Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and the role of project schedules in the process. Ensure adherence to scheduling principles and best practices. Produce standard schedule reports (e.g., staffing plans, Cost Performance Reports). Update schedules based on progress from delivery teams. Act as custodian of the Programme CRM tool and manage stakeholder engagement. Own and facilitate Community of Practice monthly calls , including invites, hosting, and follow-up reporting. Provide general support to the Joint Programme Office (JPO) . Requirements SC Clearance (mandatory). Proven experience in defence projects . Strong knowledge of MSP , WBS, and scheduling best practices. Familiarity with EVM principles . Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Contract Details Duration: Until end of January. Location: Primarily remote, occasional travel to London (expenses covered).