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Independent Living Maintenance Officer \n \n Location: Bedfordshire/Oxfordshire \n Salary: up to £28,000 including £2,000 car allowance \n Contract: Full-time / Permanent \n Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle required \n We're looking for a proactive and customer-focused Independent Living Maintenance Officer to join our team. In this varied and hands-on role, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance across our Independent Living schemes, ensuring our buildings remain safe, well-maintained, and welcoming for residents. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n · Carry out minor repairs and maintenance across communal areas and individual properties \n · Plan and schedule maintenance tasks efficiently \n · Conduct monthly estate inspections to identify issues \n · Ensure health & safety standards are maintained \n · Oversee contractor work on-site \n · Monitor and track repairs and escalate when needed \n · Communicate effectively with residents and stakeholders \n · Gather feedback and support continuous improvement \n \n What We're Looking For \n · Experience in maintenance or repair work \n · Strong organisational and communication skills \n · Ability to work independently \n · Excellent customer service approach \n · Comfortable with IT systems \n \n Our values \n At bpha, our values are at the heart of everything we do: \n We take responsibility: We do what we say and are accountable for our actions. \n We show empathy: We respect and listen to every colleague and customer. \n We are better together: We value diversity and achieve more as one team. \n We are ambitious: We strive for excellence and make a positi

\n Fire & Building Safety Manager£57,308 plus £2000 car allowanceBedford, HybridFull Time, Permanent \n At bpha, we're committed to creating places where people can live happily and safely. We're looking for an experienced Fire & Building Safety Manager to play a pivotal role in safeguarding our residents and ensuring compliance across our higher-risk buildings and wider housing stock. \n This is an exciting opportunity to join a values-driven organisation where your expertise will directly contribute to improving lives and shaping safer communities. \n Why Join bpha? \n At bpha, we're more than a housing association. We believe everyone deserves a safe place to call home. \n \n When you join us, you'll benefit from: \n\n • The opportunity to make a genuine impact on resident safety and wellbeing\n, • A collaborative and supportive working environment\n, • Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities\n, • A strong commitment to innovation, compliance and continuous improvement\n, • A culture built on responsibility, empathy, ambition and working together\n\n \n As Fire & Building Safety Manager, you will: \n\n • Lead the planning, delivery and assurance of fire and building safety projects across our housing portfolio.\n, • Support compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Order and associated legislation.\n, • Develop, maintain and update Building Safety Case Reports and Golden Thread information.\n, • Manage fire risk assessments and oversee remediation programmes, ensuring actions are delivered within agreed timescales.\n, • Monitor contractor and consultant performance, ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations 2015 and other statutory requirements.\n, • Produce high-quality compliance reports, governance papers, project reports and regulatory submissions.\n, • Build strong working relationships with residents, regulators, contractors and internal stakeholders.\n, • Support regulatory inspections, audits and investigations.\n, • Lead and develop team members, providing guidance, support and performance management.\n, • Participate in out-of-hours escalation and incident response arrangements.\n, • Drive continuous improvement across fire and building safety processes and practices.\n\n \n We're looking for someone who can bring: \n Essential Skills & Experience \n\n • Strong knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Order and relevant building safety legislation.\n, • Experience delivering fire and building safety projects within housing, construction, property or a related environment.\n, • Understanding of Building Safety Cases, Golden Thread requirements and compliance reporting.\n, • Knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and contractor management.\n, • Excellent report-writing, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.\n, • Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities.\n, • Experience leading, mentoring or managing colleagues.\n, • A commitment to resident safety and continuous improvement.\n\n \n Qualifications \n\n • Relevant fire or building safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent).\n, • Building-related degree or equivalent professional experience.\n, • Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in a fire or building safety role.\n, • Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).\n\n \n If you're passionate about building safety, thrive in a collaborative environment and want to help create safer homes for our residents, we'd love to hear from you. \n \n Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Electrician ( Full Maintenance Training )£40,000 - £44,000 + Days / Monday - Friday + Overtime (1.5x) + Progression + Training + BenefitsBedford (commutable from Milton Keynes, Leighton Buzzard, St Neots, Hitchin, Sandy, Biggleswade & surrounding areasAre you a Electrician with looking to join a leading manufacturer offering great benefits and plenty of progression opportunities whilst the chance to develop into a maintenance engineer?This is an excellent opportunity to join a multi billion pound manufacturer within a stable industry where you will receive training from experienced Engineers.The company are well established in their industry and have seen continued growth. They are now looking to recruit a number of Maintenance Engineers.You will carry out planned and reactive maintenance on the company's modern equipment while also learning to play a key role in the development and implementation of continuous improvement strategies across the manufacturing site.This role would suit a Electrician looking to join an industry leading Manufacturer offering overtime and opportunities for progression.The Role: Maintenance Engineer Maintenance and repair of specialist manufacturing machinery Days based - Monday - Friday (5:30 - !4:30)The Person: Electrician Wanting to join established company Wants to develop skillset through technical trainingBBBH277993To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tom at Rise Technical Recruitment. \n Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. \n The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. \n We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Technical Sales Administrator \n Flitwick, Onsite role \n £28,000 to £30,000 per annum plus benefits \n Monday to Friday | 8:00am to 5:00pm \n If you enjoy solving problems, speaking with customers, and being the person who knows exactly how to find the right solution, this could be the perfect role for you. \n This is not a typical administration role. \n As a Technical Sales Administrator, you will be at the heart of the business, supporting customers and engineers with parts enquiries, preparing quotations, processing orders, and ensuring the correct components are supplied quickly and accurately. \n If you are technically minded and have the mix of customer service and engineering knowledge, this is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected engineering business. The Role\n As a Technical Sales Administrator, you will provide front-line technical and commercial support to customers and internal engineers. \n Your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Handling customer enquiries via telephone and email\n, • Identifying parts using technical drawings, exploded diagrams, and parts catalogues\n, • Preparing and issuing accurate quotations\n, • Processing customer and web shop orders\n, • Liaising with suppliers to obtain pricing, availability, and lead times\n, • Following up quotations to convert them into orders\n, • Maintaining accurate records using internal systems and Excel\n, • Supporting the web shop with product listings and pricing updates\n, • Assisting with stock management and annual stock takes\n\n This is a varied and fast-paced role where your attention to detail and customer focus will make a real impact. What We’re Looking For\n To be successful as a Technical Sales Administrator, you will ideally have: \n\n • Experience in a customer-facing technical sales, parts, or support role\n, • Strong mechanical or technical aptitude\n, • Ability to interpret technical drawings and parts manuals\n, • Excellent communication skills by phone and email\n, • High attention to detail\n, • Good Excel and IT skills\n, • A proactive and detailed approach\n\n Experience within engineering, manufacturing, compressed air, automotive, or industrial parts would be highly advantageous. Why Apply?\n\n • Join a supportive and knowledgeable team\n, • Gain exposure to a wide range of technical products and equipment\n, • Varied role with both customer and technical responsibilities\n, • Excellent opportunity to develop your technical knowledge\n, • Work for a business that values quality, service, and continuous improvement\n\n If you are looking for a Technical Sales Administrator role where you can combine customer service, technical problem solving, and administration in a rewarding and fast-moving environment, we would love to hear from you. \n Apply today.

Finance Business PartnerBedfordshire | Up to £60,000 + Benefits | Hybrid Working Are you a commercially minded finance professional looking to step into a true business partnering role where you can influence decision-making and drive performance? We're working with a successful and growing business in Bedfordshire looking to appoint a Finance Business Partner to support senior stakeholders across the organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys working closely with operational teams, providing commercial insight and helping shape business strategy. The Role Reporting to the Head of Finance, you'll be responsible for delivering meaningful financial analysis, challenging performance and supporting key business decisions. This is a highly visible role with exposure to senior leadership and plenty of opportunity to make a real impact.Key responsibilities include:\n\n • Partnering with operational and departmental leaders to improve financial performance.\n, • Producing budgets, forecasts and management reports.\n, • Providing insightful analysis on revenue, margins, costs and profitability.\n, • Supporting strategic projects, investment appraisals and business cases.\n, • Identifying trends, risks and opportunities to improve commercial performance.\n, • Challenging assumptions and influencing decision-making through clear financial insight.\n, • Driving continuous improvement across financial reporting and planning processes.\n, • Supporting month-end activities and ensuring accurate financial information is delivered.\n About You You'll be a proactive and commercially focused finance professional who enjoys building relationships across the business. You'll ideally have:\n\n, • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (or be qualified by experience with relevant commercial experience).\n, • Previous experience in a Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance or Management Accounting role.\n, • Strong analytical and financial modelling skills.\n, • Excellent communication skills with the confidence to influence stakeholders at all levels.\n, • Advanced Excel skills and experience using ERP systems.\n, • A collaborative approach and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.\n What's on Offer?\n\n, • Salary up to £60,000\n, • Hybrid working\n, • Generous holiday allowance\n, • Pension scheme\n, • Ongoing professional development\n, • A collaborative and supportive working environment\n, • Genuine opportunity to influence business performance and progress your career\n If you're looking for a commercially focused finance role where you can add real value beyond the numbers, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today for a confidential discussion.

\n \n About the Role \n Our client is a market-leading manufacturer of high-end precision machined components and assemblies, serving STEM markets including Bio-Tech & Medical Equipment, High-Tech Industrial Applications, Defence and Aerospace. Based in Bedfordshire, they are looking for an experienced CNC Production Manager to lead site operations and drive delivery of their production plan. \n \n This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone with a strong CNC machining background who can hit the ground running, maintain quality and delivery standards, and lead a skilled production team. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n Production & Delivery \n\n • Lead all production activities, placing health and safety as the top priority at all times\n, • Deliver monthly sales targets and maintain daily delivery schedules\n, • Ensure critical promise dates are met and communicated to all relevant parties\n, • Report machine breakdowns and propose corrective actions\n, • Ensure Preventative Machine Maintenance is conducted\n\n \n Quality \n\n • Achieve on-time delivery in excess of 90%\n, • Maintain reject rates below 1% of turnover\n, • Drive quality ownership back to the shopfloor - "Build in Quality" culture\n, • Promote continuous improvement and lean thinking to eliminate process waste\n\n \n People & Leadership \n\n • Manage and lead the production team - staffing, holidays, training, appraisals, attendance and discipline\n, • Motivate and coach team leaders and machinists to operational success\n, • Set departmental KPIs and review ongoing performance\n, • Promote and uphold high standards through personal example\n, • Support tool utilisation and overhead tooling budget management\n, • Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety and environmental regulations\n\n \n What We're Looking For \n Essential: \n\n • CNC machining experience - this is a firm requirement; candidates without a CNC background will not be considered\n, • Minimum 5 years' production experience in the engineering or precision manufacturing sector\n, • At least 3 years in a leadership, supervisory or management role\n, • Time-served CNC machinist (milling or turning) from an apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience\n, • Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills\n, • Solid understanding of precision engineering processes and materials\n\n \n Desirable: \n\n • Relevant management qualification\n, • Estimation or project management certifications\n, • Practical knowledge of MRP, master scheduling and capacity planning\n, • Familiarity with Progress MIS or similar production management systems\n\n \n How to Apply \n If you have the CNC background and leadership experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with Kim or Aimee directly: \n \n \n \n \n CNC / CNC Machinist / CNC Turner / CNC Miller / CNC Manager / CNC Team Leader / CNC Production Manager / \n \n \n \n Response Personnel are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. All applications are treated in strict confidence.

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Salary £52,0003 Shift Pattern Mornings, Afternoons, Nights 8 Hour ShiftsBedford We are seeking an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a fast-paced automated distribution and logistics operation. Working within a highly automated environment, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving the performance of conveyors including hanging garment conveyors, sortation systems, automated handling equipment, palletisers, bagger, labelling machines etc This is an excellent opportunity for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer with am electrical bias with strong fault-finding abilities who enjoys working in a modern, technology-driven environment.Key Responsibilities for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer\n\n • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across automated distribution equipment\n, • Respond quickly to breakdowns and minimise operational downtime\n, • Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults on conveyors, motors, sensors, drives, pneumatics, and automated systems\n, • Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives\n, • Work with PLC-controlled systems and assist with basic fault diagnosis\n, • Maintain accurate maintenance records using the CMMS system\n, • Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with company procedures\n, • Collaborate with operations teams to maximise site performance and efficiency\nExperience and Qualifications required for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer\n\n, • Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC, or equivalent)\n, • Previous experience within an automated warehouse, distribution, FMCG, manufacturing, or logistics environment\n, • Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills\n, • Experience working with conveyors, sortation systems, or automated handling equipment\n, • Ability to work independently and within a team\n, • Strong communication and problem-solving skills\nSalary and Benefits of a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer\n\n, • Salary £52,000\n, • 3 Shift Pattern\n, • Mornings, Afternoons, Nights \n, • 8 HOUR SHIFTS \n, • Company pension scheme\n, • Training and career progression opportunities\n, • Modern automated working environment\n, • Employee benefits package\n, • Supportive engineering and operations team\n For more information about this Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineers role please call Sam on

Engineering Manager\n £80,000 – £90,000 Car Allowance / Electric Car Scheme \n Luton FMCG / Manufacturing Monday–Friday On-Site Engineering Manager – Lead, Develop & Transform\n Are you an experienced Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager, Chief Engineer or Head of Engineering looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact? \n We're working with a high-performing, international FMCG manufacturing business that is looking for an Engineering Manager to take ownership of the engineering and maintenance function at their Bedford site. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Lead, coach and develop a high-performing engineering team, creating a culture of accountability, engagement and continuous improvement\n, • Champion Health & Safety, driving a proactive safety culture with a focus on zero accidents\n, • Develop and implement a robust planned and preventative maintenance strategy\n, • Improve plant reliability, equipment availability and reduce unplanned downtime\n, • Drive Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives across the site\n, • Develop and manage engineering KPIs, using data to improve reliability, efficiency and operational performance\n, • Take ownership of engineering and maintenance activities across plant, equipment and facilities\n, • Lead engineering and CAPEX projects from planning through to successful implementation\n, • Manage engineering budgets, expenditure and engineering stores\n, • Ensure compliance with relevant legal, customer, quality and engineering standards\n, • Work closely with Production and Operations to maximise plant availability and support production targets\n, • Build strong relationships across the wider business and influence at senior-management level\n, • Develop engineering capability through training, coaching, succession planning and effective performance management\nAbout You\n We're looking for an established engineering leader who combines strong technical knowledge with a genuine passion for people, reliability and operational improvement. \n You'll ideally have: \n\n • HND or degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Electrical or a related discipline\n, • Proven experience leading an engineering or maintenance function within a manufacturing environment\n, • Strong maintenance, reliability and engineering best-practice experience\n, • Experience managing, coaching and developing engineering teams\n, • Proven experience delivering CAPEX and engineering projects\n, • Experience managing engineering budgets and expenditure\n, • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement\n, • Experience using CMMS or maintenance management systems\n, • Strong understanding of Health & Safety, compliance and engineering standards\n, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills\n, • Experience using KPIs and data to drive engineering and operational performance\n, • A visible, hands-on leadership style with the ability to motivate and develop people\nWhy Join?\n This is a genuine opportunity to join an established international manufacturing business at an important stage of its growth and development. \n You'll have the freedom and support to: \n\n • Shape and implement the engineering strategy\n, • Build and develop a high-performing engineering team\n, • Improve plant reliability and reduce downtime\n, • Deliver significant CAPEX and engineering projects\n, • Drive a culture of continuous improvement\n, • Influence wider site and business performance\n, • Make a visible, lasting impact on the operation\nWhat's on Offer?\n\n, • £80,000 – £90,000 basic salary\n, • Car allowance or Electric Car Scheme\n, • Monday–Friday working\n, • Bedford-based manufacturing site\n, • High level of autonomy and ownership\n, • Opportunity to influence site strategy and performance\n, • Long-term career development within an international organisation\n\n For more information about the role or recruitment process, please contact: \n Joshua WarnerStirling Warrington

Planet Recruitment are currently working with a well-established engineering and manufacturing business to recruit an experienced Principal Engineer to join their engineering team in Bedford. \n This is a senior technical position offering the opportunity to take real ownership of engineering direction, product development and technical strategy within a specialist manufacturing environment. \n The successful candidate will act as a key technical authority, working across design, R&D, product development, manufacturing and customer projects, while supporting the wider engineering team and helping to drive continuous improvement and innovation. The Role\n As Principal Engineer, you will: \n\n • Provide senior technical leadership across engineering and product development.\n, • Take technical ownership of pump hydraulic design and structural integrity.\n, • Lead R&D and innovation projects, introducing new technologies and improving existing products.\n, • Translate customer requirements and technical specifications into effective engineering solutions.\n, • Work closely with Sales, Engineering, Quality, Production and Contract Management throughout the project lifecycle.\n, • Drive Design for Manufacture (DFM) and value engineering initiatives.\n, • Support product standardisation, cost reduction and improved time-to-market.\n, • Provide technical input into product selection, design, testing and validation.\n, • Support customers and end users with technical guidance relating to equipment installation, operation and maintenance.\n, • Lead technical investigations and root cause analysis, including FMEA and 8D methodologies.\n, • Ensure products comply with relevant industry and regulatory standards.\n, • Support the development of emerging technologies, including condition monitoring.\n, • Act as a technical lead for ATEX compliance across relevant products.\n, • Mentor and support engineers, promoting best practice and continuous improvement.\nAbout You\n We're looking for a highly experienced Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in industrial rotating machinery, ideally involving pumps, motors or similar equipment. \n You will ideally have: \n\n • A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.\n, • 10+ years' experience in mechanical engineering design and analysis.\n, • Strong experience with centrifugal pumps, hydraulics and application engineering.\n, • Knowledge of mechanical integrity, materials, thermal dynamics, electromechanical systems, rotordynamics and vibration.\n, • Experience working to recognised industry standards such as ISO, API and Hydraulic Institute (HI).\n, • Experience in design validation and product testing.\n, • The ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications.\n, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.\n, • Good commercial awareness, with the ability to balance engineering requirements against cost, customer expectations and business objectives.\n, • Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with customers and internal stakeholders at all levels.\nDesirable Experience\n Experience in any of the following would be advantageous: \n\n • Water industry experience.\n, • Product management.\n, • SolidWorks, MathCAD, Ansys FEA or CFX.\n, • Vibration, noise analysis, condition monitoring or failure diagnostics.\n, • Electrical MCC panels, including operation, installation and testing.\n, • Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or a desire to work towards chartership.\nWhy Apply?\n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to step into a role where they can have a genuine influence on technical direction, product development and engineering strategy. \n Rather than being purely design-focused, the position offers exposure across R&D, manufacturing, commercial decision-making, customer requirements and product strategy, making it an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to operate at a senior technical level. \n To find out more, please call Adam or Scott on \n INDENG \n Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information. \n Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. \n Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Introduction \n \n Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. \n \n The Role: \n \n This role is part of our BlueBear business Unit in Bedfordshire. \n \n The Project Manager role will provide strategic oversight for the successful execution and delivery of multiple projects assigned to them. Embracing the experimental nature of Blue Bear, these projects range in size from fast-paced research and rapid prototyping concepts to larger development and system integration projects. Success in this role will be measured against an agreed set of metrics, ensuring all deliverables meet rigorous quality and safety standards while achieving On Time Delivery, Budget Control, and Revenue targets. \n \n Key Responsibilities: \n \n\n • \n Project Delivery & Experimentation: Accountable for the delivery of assigned projects (both internally and customer-funded), ensuring they are completed On Time, On Cost, and to Quality (OTOCOQ). Manage complex hardware development lifecycles with a strong emphasis on concept generation, experimentation, and rapid prototyping initiatives. Ability to develop mature plans and to drive a proactive project delivery through daily status meetings. \n • \n Leadership & Strategy: Provide function and team leadership, mentoring, and training to project leads across the business. Align project execution with the overall business objectives and the Product Maturity Roadmap. \n • \n Financial Accountability: Oversee budget management for assigned projects and take responsibility for revenue targets, ensuring effective resource deployment and cost control. \n • \n Bids and Proposals: Manage bids and proposal activities, including budget management, resource planning, bid writing, and providing technical project management input to ensure on-time submission of quality proposals. \n • \n Stakeholder & Supply Chain Engagement: Act as the primary customer point of contact for assigned projects, leading to high customer satisfaction and repeat orders. Manage supply chain activities, including delivery, relationship management, supplier points of contact, and negotiations. \n • \n Process Improvement: Support functional leads in introducing new processes, tools, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including the introduction and management of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics on projects. \n • \n Resource & Risk Management: Handle resource management, including planning, allocation, and conflict management, alongside comprehensive project scheduling and risk management. \n • \n Some travel within the UK may be required. \n\n \n Qualifications and Skills: \n \n Essential: \n\n • \n Prince 2 or similar qualification in Project Management. \n • \n Experience managing projects ranging from fast-paced research to complex hardware development lifecycles and system integration. \n • \n Demonstrated experience in driving concept development, rapid prototyping, and navigating the fast-paced, experimentation-driven nature of unmanned or aerospace system and managing multi-disciplined teams. \n • \n Strong understanding of financial management, risk assessment, and concurrent engineering practices. \n • \n Proven ability to lead, mentor, and provide project management training to cross-functional project teams. \n • \n Exceptional communication skills for managing customer relationships, supporting bids, and presenting technical metrics/KPIs to senior stakeholders. \n\n \n Desirable: \n\n • \n Experience or familiarity with Civil and Military Aviation regulatory requirements (CAA, MAA, EASA) and industry standards. \n • \n Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC level). \n\n \n \n By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview. \n

Multiskilled Maintenance TechnicianWould you like to work for an employer would give you additional training, development and even possible support for further education? \n Does working for an employer who rewards you for loyalty and hard work interest you? \n Yes?.. We would like to hear from you.Our client are a well-established, award winning, leading components & tech supplier, who have been trading for over 50 years. Their company culture is to take pride in providing an innovative, creative and forward thinking environment for their employees. There are a market leader in their industry and are now looking for an Electronically biased maintenance Technician / Engineer to join their team near Kempston, Bedford.The Role: \n\n • As Maintenance Engineer, you will carry out scheduled preventative maintenance tasks and services, on predominantly electronic, electrical machinery and equipment as well as working on Mechanical equipment (full training will be provided)\n, • You will be able to perform electronic fault-finding techniques to resolve breakdowns during production periods.\n, • You will record all completed tasks, keep a stock inventory and track order spare parts.\n, • You will communicate effectively, all levels.\n, • You will have a good idea / keen interest in continuous improvement and look at ways to improve current processes.\n, • You will maintain and work towards high standards of health and safety, wear full PPE where required\n\n Candidate Specification: \n\n • Apprenticeship qualified or equivalent within an Electronics Discipline\n, • A positive can-do attitude and willingness to go the extra mile\n, • You have proven track record with Wafer Fabrications or working in a clean room environment.\n, • You have a proven track record with electrical motors, controls panels, fault finding on PCB's down to component level and soldering.\n, • You are able to follow a logical thought process when troubleshooting issues\n, • You have a proven track record working in full PPE with chemicals.\n, • You have a willingness to keep learning and developing yourself and your engineering skills.\n, • You are able to understand and follow Electronic & Electrical schematics drawings.\n\n Benefits: \n\n • On-going career progression and Development\n, • People focused, progressive forward thinking company & team\n, • Salary £45k DOE\n, • Company Pension\n, • Profit Share up-to 8%\n, • Private Health Care Package\n, • Gym & Cinema discounts\n, • Financial support to continue or commence study at University or College.\n, • Double Days Shift Pattern Mon-Friday (6am to 2pm/ 2pm-10pm)\n, • 24 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays\n\n If you are looking for a new opportunity as a Multiskilled Maintenance Technician, with a company that values and rewards you, for your hard work as well as offering on-going career progression and development, then apply now as positions will be filled soon. For more details contact Shimlan Choudhury @Teknikal.All the best.REFER A FRIEND AND GET UP-TO £250! Call me to find out how it works.

General information Legal company Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative, digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20 000 employees work every day to help Framatome's customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy. Visit us at www.framatome.com, and follow us on Twitter: @Framatome_ and LinkedIn: Framatome.Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%). Reference number 2026-26482 Publication date 5/22/2026 Job detailsCategoryTA - DESIGN & ENGINEERING - TAA - Design , engineering management & Systems engineeringJob Opening TitleC&I EngineerJob typeNon fixed termBU descriptionEnergise Your Career with Framatome UK – Powering a Safer, Smarter Nuclear FutureFramatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world's nuclear fleet. With 20,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services — all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we're driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is already 400 strong — and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we're aiming to reach 600 dedicated professionals in 2026.Now's your chance to join a company that's shaping the energy transition — where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come.Job descriptionWithin the Engineering function of Framatome Ltd, the C&I Engineer performs C&I studies for Framatome Ltd projects and ensures on time and on cost delivery. He also supports the company’s growth and strengthens the technical skills in the C&I field.Key Activities: In close co-ordination with the Lead Engineer on site, perform C&I studies, including analysis of input data, clarification requests, identification of interfaces, link with other disciplines.Ensure the resolution of open point within the team and participates to the resolution of cross-functional technical issues with multidisciplinary stakeholders, internal or external including the Client.Produce site surveys, control architecture drawings, block diagrams, requirement specifications for control panels, instruments, etcSupport on-site installation activities.Support the develpment of bids: analyse the contract requirements regarding C&I, identify the appropriate resources, plan the work. If needed, he can prepare work packages to be subcontracted and participate to kick-off meetings with subcontractors.Present and shares progress to the Lead Engineer and to the Management.Contribute to the development of the C&I skills within the Engineering function, in particular the training and mentoring of newcomers.Projects outputs: site surveys, control architecture drawings, block diagrams, requirement specifications for control panels, instruments, etc.Continuous improvement outputs: contributions, suggestions, lessons learnt, experience feedback from projects and to continuous improvement actions.ProfileTraining & Development expectations: Engineer with several years of experience in layout and piping.Software and tools: Microsoft Word/Excel, Autodesk Plant 3D, Autocad, E3D/PDMSKey competencies: Interpersonal and communication skills, proactive, influencing skills, ability to work in a team as well as on own initiative, ability to multi-task, logical thinking, results focused with the ability to meet commitments and deadlines.Good knowledge of standards like BS EN IEC 60709, BS 60073, standards relating to electromagntic compatibility BS EN IEC 52003 and 61000, and standards relating to intruments, cables, wiring.Person Specification: - Experience in C&I in industry, ideally in the nuclear industry.- Can communicate easily with other discipline and can help solving multi-disciplinary problems.BenefitsWhat’s in it for you?· 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays· 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)· Individual and family private health care· Dental insurance for employees· Cashplan – Level 2 cover· Life assurance (4x salary)· Employee assistance programme (EAP)· Income Protection· Professional Body Membership· Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)· Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)· Babbel – learn a new language· Generous family leaveJob locationJob locationUnited Kingdom, CranfieldJob location (site)CranfieldTravelNoJob familyStandardApplicant criteriaMinimum level of education requiredBachelorMinimum level of experience requiredExperiencedEmployment levelCadre

Overview Divisional Sales Director indmaWhat’s on offer to you:Basic salary up to 40,000 (dependent on experience )Competitive on target earnings of 70,000 - 90,000 Uncapped commission scheme Company car or monthly car allowance Quarterly and Annual bonus scheme Company laptop provided with use of industry leading mortgage softwareOur new company wide Elevate incentive programme Essential skills of a Divisional Sales Director:Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Mortgage and Protection Advisor within the financial service industry with a demonstrable record of motivating and leading a high performing team. Working with the senior management team to help outline and achieve the company’s business objectives through strategic management providing a clear direction and purpose.Possess the drive to move the business forward, building and sustaining long term performance whilst supporting all other business streams operating with a ‘One Team’ chapter operation. The ability to coach, develop and manage advisers to reach their true potential in terms of productivity, customer service and professionalism. Excellent communication and presentation skillsBe self-motivated, confident and flexible. Must also be able to work accurately and be well organised. There will be a requirement to react quickly and efficiently to market conditions, regulatory changes and business objectives. Your responsibilities:Contribute and support the Chapter Managing Director in delivering the financial services strategy that drives income, ensures profitable growth and continuous improvement within the division. Recruit lead and develop a highly effective Financial Services team whilst embedding the core behaviours, values and principles of the network and company.Prepare and deliver the Financial Services Division income and profit budget; monitoring, reporting, forecasting, operating and delivering expected financial results.Maintain an in-depth knowledge of Financial Services regulation and core products including all of those that the company is licensed to sell. Monitor and evaluate Divisional key performance indicators including customer satisfaction identifying trends and where necessary developing and implementing initiatives to improve these. Deliver the achievement of cross-sales and referral activity and promote all initiative designed to improve resultsEnsure that all appropriate systems and controls as required by our chosen Network are implemented and followed in conjunction with our regional quality managers to effectively manage key risks and maintain the necessary standardsMaintain the role of supervisor as defined by our Network’s Training and Competence schemeCommunicate regularly with the Sales Quality to ensure that all necessary messages and standards are up to date and cascaded correctly and adhered to by all Financial Services employeesAlways maintain open dialogue with the Chapter Managing DirectorEffectively handle customer complaints following the Company complaints procedure and managing business exposure Create a universal knowledge and understanding and commit to the adoption of HR process and best practise including recruitment & selection, training & development, activity and performance management and employee relations Create and drive a culture of coaching that leads to a high-performance culture (best in class ethos)Work collaboratively across the Chapter business streams maximising the profitable working relationship Ensure best practise and successes are shared within the Financial Services ChapterCore Behaviours you would need to demonstrate:Demonstrate a personal commitment to identify customers’ apparent and underlying needs and continually seek to provide the highest quality serviceA thirst for knowledge and development of oneself and others, supporting career development and results focussedHave a clear vision and works relentlessly to communicate and deliverExcel under pressure whilst working to tight deadlines and manage challenging situations & conversations Accept responsibility for own actions and decisions and demonstrates commitment to accomplish work in an ethical, efficient, and cost-effective manner Adjust planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and completing priorities in a changing environmentDemonstrate a personal commitment to creating and inclusive working environment, showing concern for success and wellbeing Act with honesty and integrity at all times and as a long-term mentor & coachThe finer details:Relevant professional qualifications, e.g., full CeMAP or CII equivalent are crucialMinimum 5 years’ experience of Mortgage and Protection Advising is essentialMust live within the geographical area of the designated divisionEqual Opportunities: At Just Mortgages, variety makes our Company DNA come to life. We love people, and what's more, we love the differences that make each person who they are, we support you and encourage those differences, to make you the best person you can be. Just Mortgages are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we welcome all talented individuals to apply for a career with us. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let our Talent Team know and we will be happy to assist to the best of our ability – regardless of how small or large your requirement may be.To All Recruitment Agencies: Just Mortgages does not accept speculative agency CVs. Please do not forward CVs to the Talent Team, Just Mortgages employees or any other company location. Just Mortgages is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs received from external recruitment sources through our Preferred Suppliers List or otherwise.Privacy Policy: We process any information you provide in accordance with our Privacy Policy which is available on the Spicerhaart website: Job SummaryID: 2026-27664# of Openings: 1Category: Hidden (21084)Position Type: Permanent Full-Time

Principal EngineerOur client is a well-established engineering and manufacturing organisation specialising in the design, development, and delivery of high-performance solutions for critical infrastructure and industrial applications. As part of its ongoing growth strategy, the company is seeking an experienced Principal Engineer to provide technical leadership, drive innovation, and shape the future direction of its engineering capability.This is a senior leadership position for a highly experienced engineer with extensive expertise in rotating machinery, pumps, and mechanical systems. Reporting to the General Manager, the Principal Engineer will act as a key technical authority within the organisation, influencing product strategy, engineering standards, and technology roadmaps.Responsibilities of the Principal EngineerLead research and development initiatives to drive innovation, integrate emerging technologies, and support strategic business growth.Enhance project governance and stage-gate processes, including bid/no-bid reviews, lessons learned activities, and continuous improvement programmes.Translate customer specifications and technical requirements into effective product designs, testing procedures, and engineering solutions.Develop and drive product strategy in collaboration with commercial and sales teams to ensure market-led decision-making.Lead the integration of applicable technologies and product modules from wider group engineering portfolios.Act as the technical authority for hydraulic design, structural integrity, and engineering compliance of pump systems and associated equipment.Drive Design for Manufacture (DFM) and value engineering initiatives to enhance product performance and commercial competitiveness.Requirements for the Principal EngineerExtensive experience in mechanical engineering design and analysis within industrial rotating machinery, pumps, motors, or related equipment.Strong commercial awareness with the ability to align engineering solutions to market demands and business objectives.Comprehensive understanding of centrifugal pump design, operation, and performance.Broad knowledge across hydraulics, material science, structural integrity, thermodynamics, electromechanical systems, rotor dynamics, vibration analysis, and failure diagnostics.Experience in technical validation, product testing, and engineering analysis methodologies.Demonstrated experience reviewing and approving technical reports and engineering calculations.Benefits for the Principal EngineerOpportunity to influence the technical direction of an established engineering business.Hybrid working after probation.Senior leadership position with significant strategic impact.Involvement in innovative product development and R&D programmes.Competitive salary and benefits package.If this Principal Engineer position is of interest, please click Apply or get in touch with Steven at Orion.TPBN1_UKTJ

Company profile:Our client is an ambitious and innovative leader within the packaging supply industry and part of a successful European group. They are committed to delivering exceptional customer service through innovation, sustainability and commercial excellence. Their core values of Doing the Right Thing, Being Accountable and Succeeding Together underpin everything they do, creating a collaborative culture with genuine opportunities for career progression and personal development.Senior Category Manager Cartons, Boxes & Postal PackagingAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Category Manager to join the Product & Purchasing Team and take ownership of a portfolio of strategically important Cartons, Boxes and Postal Packaging product categories.This is a highly commercial role, responsible for delivering sales and margin performance through effective category management, strategic supplier relationships, product innovation and lifecycle management. You will become the recognised product expert for your categories, working closely with Sales, Marketing, Purchasing and key suppliers to develop market-leading product ranges that deliver sustainable business growth and competitive advantage.Key ResponsibilitiesTake full ownership of strategically important product categories, delivering revenue and margin performance in line with business objectives.Develop and implement category strategies to maximise sales, profitability and long-term growth.Manage the complete product lifecycle, including range optimisation, new product introduction and product rationalisation.Identify market trends, customer requirements and innovation opportunities to ensure the product portfolio remains competitive.Build and maintain strong strategic relationships with suppliers, negotiating commercial agreements that deliver value while supporting sustainability initiatives.Ensure products are sourced from the right suppliers at the right quality, cost and service levels, leveraging group purchasing relationships where appropriate.Work closely with Sales teams, supporting quotations, tenders and customer opportunities while providing technical product expertise.Collaborate with Marketing to develop compelling product propositions, catalogue content, website information and promotional campaigns.Develop and present category plans and product roadmaps aligned with wider business objectives.Maintain accurate product information, specifications and sustainability documentation within ERP and product information systems.Monitor competitor activity, market developments and emerging sustainable packaging solutions to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.Act as the internal product expert, developing product knowledge across the business and supporting customer visits where specialist expertise is required.About YouWe are looking for a commercially driven Category Management professional with a proven track record of delivering successful product strategies and commercial growth.You will ideally have:Significant experience in Category Management, Product Management or a similar commercial role.A proven ability to develop category strategies and manage commercially important product portfolios.Strong commercial acumen with experience of delivering sales growth, margin improvement and supplier negotiations.Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across Sales, Marketing and Purchasing functions.Experience supporting quotations, tenders and customer-facing commercial activities.Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail and advanced Excel capability.Experience managing product data and ERP or Product Information Management systems.Previous packaging industry experience would be highly advantageous, particularly within cartons, corrugated packaging, postal packaging or related product categories.What's on OfferSalary of £50,000£55,000Company bonusEnhanced pension contributionFree on-site parkingOn-site gymA collaborative, values-driven culture focused on innovation, sustainability and customer success.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Category Manager looking to take ownership of strategically important packaging categories within a growing business, where they can make a genuine commercial impact while continuing to develop their career.If you feel you have the right skill set and attributes for this role and that its the challenge you are looking for then please apply via the website.TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Title – Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) \n Location – Bedford \n Salary: £37,000 - £42,000 + Overtime (£5,000 - £10,000 annually) \n Shift: Monday to Friday, 5:30am - 2:30pm (Flexi start times) Job Role\n The Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer will join a fast paced manufacturing business in Bedford where the Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer will play a key role in keeping production running efficiently and safely. This Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer position offers strong earning potential with regular overtime and the opportunity to work on a variety of automated and electrically biased equipment within a growing manufacturing environment. The Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer will benefit from ongoing training, exposure to continuous improvement projects, and real progression opportunities within a stable and expanding market. If you are a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a days based role with excellent overtime and long term security, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Sector – Industrial ManufacturingNon Negotiable Requirements of Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer\n\n • \n Must have worked as a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing environment \n • \n Must be from a Manufacturing background \n • \n Must be comfortable working in different working conditions \nEssential Requirements of Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer\n\n • \n Electrical bias with mechanical competency \n • \n Experience carrying out planned and reactive maintenance \n • \n Ability to fault find independently and minimise downtime \nDesirable Requirements of Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer\n\n • \n Experience within FMCG or high volume production \n • \n Continuous improvement experience \n • \n 17th or 18th Edition qualification \nThe Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer will benefit from:\n\n • \n Working for a stable and growing manufacturing company \n • \n Monday to Friday days role with early finish \n • \n Significant overtime opportunities \n • \n Ongoing training and technical development \n • \n Investment in engineering team and site equipment \n\n

Senior Quality EngineerSalary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum DOE plus benefitsLocation: BedfordFull-Time, PermanentThe VacancySwiss Precision Diagnostics GmbH (SPD) is a world leader in the research, design and supply of advanced consumer diagnostic products. SPD is a joint venture between Procter & Gamble (P&G) and Abbott ; and our brand Clearblue , is recognised the world over as providing accurate home pregnancy and fertility monitoring tests.We are looking for a Senior Quality Engineer to join our Quality team on a Permanent, Full-Time contract .The role will be based at our Innovation Centre in Bedford, UK with option for Hybrid Working .The Senior Quality Engineer's focus is to drive quality improvements through meticulous quality planning. The role holder will drive quality oversight of contract manufacturers, packers, and suppliers, driving performance, compliance, and continuous improvement. Support and oversee new product introduction and equipment transfer into manufacturing environments through validation and verification projects. Monitor their performance through KPIs and coordinate the effective and timely resolution of any NC or CAPA.The role works within an In-Vitro Diagnostic Quality Management System (QMS) and complies with ISO 13485, Council Directive 98/79/EC, In-Vitro Diagnostic Medical Device Regulation 2017/746, US FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and other worldwide regulatory and compliance standards.We're looking for someone who has experience of working within a quality and compliance function, ideally within a medical device environment. Working knowledge of ISO 13485:2016 and US FDA 21 CFR Part 820.Applicants must also have a passion for quality and be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.Working knowledge of EU IVD Directive 98/79/EC or EU MDD Directive 93/42/EEC, Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 or In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation 2017/746 and Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) is desirable along with experience of being an internal or external auditor as the role provides support in the fulfilment of external audits against the supplier audit plan.We can offer you:Hybrid working25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata)Company pension scheme including competitive employer's contributionPrivate Medical Insurance package with additional medical cash plan schemeEnhanced maternity and paternity payCompany supported employee Health and Wellbeing programmeLife assuranceFree electrical car charging pointsBeautiful parkland setting with excellent transportation links to Cambridge, Milton Keynes and London (road and rail)If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you, at any stage during the application process, just let us know how we can help.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.The CompanySwiss Precision Diagnostics GmbH (SPD) is a world leader in the research, design and marketing of advanced consumer diagnostic products.Our SPD research centre is at the cutting edge of innovation and is fully engaged in the development of reliable diagnostic products to empower women on their reproductive journey. We are committed to answering the needs of our existing and future consumers, through a continuous flow of new and innovative products.InterestedClick apply and you will be redirected to our careers page to complete your application.TPBN1_UKTJ

Quality & Continuous Improvement Technician\n Location: Bedford\n Pay Rate: £17.00 £20.00 per hour\n Hours: 6:00am 2:00pm or 2:00pm 12:00am\n Contract: Temporary\n \n About the Role\n \nSiamo Recruitment Bedford are currently recruiting forQuality & Continuous Improvement Technicians to join a growing manufacturing environment in Bedford on a temporary basis.\n \n \nThis is a hands-on role supporting manufacturing operati...\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Tax Manager - Hybrid working, Bedfordshire \n Personal Tax \n Salary up to £60,000 \n \n Are you a Tax Managerlooking for a new challenge? \n \n Do you have a background working as a Tax Managerin public practice? \n \n If so, I want to hear from you! \n \n We are proud to partner with an outstanding accountancy practice in Bedfordshire who are looking to hire a top quality Tax Manager to their team. \n \n The Tax Manager is a key leadership role within the Personal Tax department, responsible for driving strategic compliance and tax planning for high-net-worth individuals and complex private clients. \n \n Reporting into the Tax Director, this position ensures precise, timely, and HMRC-compliant delivery of personal income tax returns, including self-assessment, capital gains tax (CGT), inheritance tax (IHT), and annual tax on enveloped dwellings (ATED). \n \n The role involves leading a team of tax professionals, delivering tailored tax efficiency strategies, and maintaining rigorous quality controls. \n \n With a strong focus on regulatory compliance, client service excellence, and continuous improvement, the Tax Manager plays a vital role in enhancing the firm’s reputation as a trusted advisor in personal tax. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise, proven leadership, and a commitment to professional development, contributing directly to the firm’s growth and service innovation in personal tax advisory. \n \n Responsibilities: \n\n • Lead end-to-end preparation and review of complex personal tax returns, including self-assessment, CGT, IHT, and ATED filings.\n, • Deliver strategic tax planning advice to high-net-worth clients, covering trusts, gift planning, and tax-efficient investment structures.\n, • Supervise and mentor a team of tax professionals, ensuring adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and compliance protocols.\n, • Conduct thorough technical reviews of tax computations and supporting documentation in line with HMRC guidance and case law.\n, • Collaborate directly with clients and external advisors (e.g., solicitors, accountants, financial planners) to gather data and deliver actionable tax solutions.\n, • Monitor and respond to changes in tax legislation, HMRC updates, and emerging trends, integrating insights into practice and client advice.\n, • Develop and refine internal tax policies, templates, and workflows to improve efficiency, consistency, and scalability.\n, • Serve as a subject matter expert, supporting training programs and knowledge-sharing initiatives across the department.\n, • Ensure timely submission of all tax filings and manage HMRC correspondence, queries, and appeals effectively.\n\n Requirements\n Tax Manager \n\n • CTA (Chartered Tax Adviser) or ATT (Associate Tax Technician), with a proven track record in personal tax.\n, • Experience in personal tax compliance and advisory, preferably within an accountancy firm.\n, • Demonstrated expertise in preparing and reviewing self-assessment returns, CGT, IHT, and trust taxation.\n, • In-depth knowledge of HMRC regulations, including PAYE, dividend taxation, and anti-avoidance rules (e.g., TCGA 1992, IHTA 1984).\n, • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to simplify complex tax concepts for clients.\n, • Experience leading teams, including performance management, mentoring, and professional development planning.\n, • Proficiency in tax software (e.g., Thomson Reuters Checkpoint, CCH AnswerBase, TaxCalc) and advanced Excel skills.\n, • Ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.\n, • Commitment to ongoing CPD and adherence to ICAEW or ICAH professional conduct standards.\n\n Benefits\n Tax Manager \n\n • Competitive salary based on experience\n, • Flexible working and work life balance\n, • Friendly and supportive team environment\n, • Ongoing training and professional development\n, • Study support for ACCA, ACA or AAT\n, • Clear progression opportunities within the firm\n, • Exposure to a varied client portfolio\n, • Modern office and systems\n, • Regular team socials and events\n, • Pension scheme\n, • Paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • On site parking or easy local access\n\n Please contact Andy Irvine on , , Andrew Irvine | LinkedIn for a confidential conversation. \n \n Refer a friend... \n \n We’re keen to remain the leading provider of the best accountancy talent in the South-East. We are continually exploring ways to expand our network and we know that great candidates like you can introduce us to other equally brilliant people. We’re looking to work with the best accountancy practice and tax staff in the Southeast so if your friends, family or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and can demonstrate relevant experience, we'd love to speak to them.

Requisition ID: 1980ERP Eligible?: YesERP amount: 1,800Type: ExemptShift: 1Clearance Prior to Start: SCFinal Clearance: DVExperience Level: Experienced ProfessionalFT/PT/Casual: FullTimeDepartment: MFC-LMUK AmpthillBusiness Unit: MFC-LMUK AmpthillStandard Job DescriptionPerforms in a collaborative environment to develop and implement manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, fabrication, and material handling. Drives adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement. Creates and analyzes 3D based model data environment to optimize manufacturing process and digital work instructions. Leverages understanding of materials and automatic processes to define operations procedures and build sequences to drive operational excellence. Evaluates performance (including IoT devices, etc.) of equipment and tools to verify their efficiency and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure operational excellence. Leverages factory data to develop statistical process control approaches and integrates reporting and data analytics solutions for continuous improvement. Provides input to product design regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.About the roleThe Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including prototype design & build, development and integration of the build documentation and supporting requirements of full production build.This role will focus on involvement through the full product lifecycle, with the aim to reduce manufacturing costs and improve yield at all stages, which will directly impact our customers, whilst supporting the Programme in delivery of the milestones.As part of the Operations Engineering Team, the Manufacturing Engineer is the recognised point of contact for all matters related to their area of expertise, providing engineering advice, problem solving and co-ordination of activities in support of current and future business.The Manufacturing Engineer will drive a proactive approach to right first time quality to promote growth, will enhance the reputation of the business through exceptional quality standards and contribute towards a significant reduction in overall manufacturing costs.Develop manufacturing processes.Defining sequence of operations, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing and material handling taking into account flow and lean philosophies.Providing Basis of Estimates for engineering activities and shop floor operations across a range of technologies and disciplines.Identifying any new tooling & fixturing requirements.Experienced in the creation of Technical Requirement Specifications.Creation of detailed process instructions.Creation of Manufacturing BOM’s / routings to aid ease of manufacture.Active involvement in the Level 1 & 2 MDWT (Mission Directed Work Team) meetings.Support and contribute the relevant section of the Technology Roadmap to identify improvements to current manufacturing processes and future requirements.Assist with the Technical requirements of the relevant section of the Capital plan from definition to acceptance.Supporting full rate production of a range of products aligned to the LMUK Ampthill Business requirements.Close liaison of activities with Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering and other functions as necessary.Support with the business process reviews and generation / update of relevant documentation.Required skills, qualifications and experienceDetailed Assembly Processing knowledge (Electro Mechanical, Bonding, etc).Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and quality improvement tools.Experience with CAD software for generating 2D technical drawings.Solid understanding of MRP systems and experience managing BOMs and routings in SAP (or similar ERP systems).Proven ability to drive cultural and process change, improving efficiency and quality.A collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.Composite processing knowledge would be beneficial.

General information Legal company Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative, digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20 000 employees work every day to help Framatome's customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy. Visit us at www.framatome.com, and follow us on Twitter: @Framatome_ and LinkedIn: Framatome.Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%). Reference number 2026-26483 Publication date 6/22/2026 Job detailsCategoryS - HEALTH,SAFETY,SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - S1 - Health, safety, sustainable developmentJob Opening TitleQHSE AdvisorJob typeNon fixed termBU descriptionEnergise Your Career with Framatome UK – Powering a Safer, Smarter Nuclear FutureFramatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world's nuclear fleet. With 20,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services — all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we're driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is already 400 strong — and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we're aiming to reach 600 dedicated professionals in 2026.Now's your chance to join a company that's shaping the energy transition — where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come.Job descriptionWhat you will be doing? - playing an integral part in co-ordinating safety and quality activities within the Cranfield site, and also liaising with other sites in the UK. In addition, it is to develop a Continuous Improvement approach HSEQ on the site. Safety is Framatome’s overarching value.- providing support and guidance on all HSEQ matters relating to the Cranfield site. Continuous improvement is a key part of our business and in this role, you will be very active in improving all aspects of HSEQ.Reporting operationally to the IMS Manager and hierarchically to the Deputy Head of QHSE, you will also develop effective working relationships with the local Management Team to enable a first-class safety, environmental and quality service to be delivered.The QHSE Advisor will work closely with:· The project, engineering and design teams to ensure that quality, health, safety and environmental within Integrated Management System is maintained, adhered to, developed, and improved to meet our business needs, customers and regulatory requirements.· With the engineering and project managers to ensure that QHSE programs are communicated and deployed within Engineering BL and related agreed performance indicators measured and actioned upon when required;· With the IMS Manager to ensure that the performance of the IMS is deployed and adhered to in the operational areas· With Framatome Head / Deputy Head of QHSE to inform of events and performances regarding QHSE, adherence to and evolution of regulatory framework in relation to the business;The QHSE Advisor will directly:System: Work with the Operations team to improve quality, health, safety and environmental performance at the site, improving the processes and reporting.- Critically analyse current processes and report on potential improvements. Assist in implementing those improvements.Work with the wider QHSE functions and the IMS team to monitor and implement changes to the Management System.Assurance: - Report on QHSE KPI’s, internally, and externally.- Organise operational inspections, audits and verification checks and acts on the findings.Technical Advice: - Provide on site consultancy for the formulation of RAMS for off site activities.· Ensure that Risk Assessments are written properly and staff read and understand them.· Assist with the writing of quality plans for projects and overseeing their implementation.Training: · Coaching and mentoring site supervision in HSE practices, roles and responsibilities· Assist with developing internal training and awareness and delivering where requiredEngagement and Culture: - Hold quality meetings and regular HSE meetings.- Networks within Framatome Ltd and the wider European organisation to understand their processes and implement improvements to ours.ProfileRequired Attributes: IOSH / NEBOSH safety certificateExperience in Accident / Incident Investigation /Problem solvingExperience in highly regulated industries. Experience of Nuclear industry is highly desirableUnderstanding of the key attributes of nuclear safety cultureDemonstrable field engagementGood knowledge of performance management techniques and/or route cause analysis technics (FMEA, A-Z, 5 Whys LEAN, Six Sigma,)Desired Attributes:Internal auditor for ISO9001,14001, 45001Experience of implementing processes and procedures.On-site experience of engineering, chemical, design activitiesDesired Personal Characteristics:Excellent team working skillsThe ability to work with minimum supervision and interventionAbility to work in a team as well as on own initiative with a can -do attitudeAbility to take responsibility for problems within their own remit and to deliver solutionsResults focused with the ability to meet commitments and deadlines.Assertive – gets things done when they need to beConfident manner, good presentation skillsDetermination - not easily discouraged or put offPassion, enthusiasm, and charisma.Positive outlook – always sees opportunity through any adversityResilient – ready to bounce back from any challengesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills including influencing and presentingDiscretion, ability to maintain confidentialityBenefitsWhat’s in it for you?· 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays· 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)· Individual and family private health care· Dental insurance for employees· Cashplan – Level 2 cover· Life assurance (4x salary)· Employee assistance programme (EAP)· Income Protection· Professional Body Membership· Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)· Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)· Babbel – learn a new language· Generous family leaveJob locationJob locationUnited Kingdom, CranfieldJob location (site)CranfieldTravelNoJob familyStandardApplicant criteriaMinimum level of education requiredBachelorMinimum level of experience requiredExperiencedEmployment levelCadre

\n Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role:\n The Head of Software Engineering is the focal point for software engineering capability within BlueBear a Saab company and is accountable for the performance, development and growth of the Software Engineering function. You will be responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of software solutions across research, product development and customer programmes, encompassing mission systems, embedded software, autonomy-enabling technologies, DevOps capabilities and supporting engineering infrastructure. The role will provide strategic, technical and people leadership to ensure the business develops and delivers high-quality, innovative and secure software systems. Working closely with Engineering, Product, Programme and Saab stakeholders, the role is responsible for defining software strategy, developing engineering capability, improving engineering maturity and fostering a high-performing engineering culture. Key Responsibilities:\n Lead the Software Engineering function to ensure successful delivery of projects and products to agreed cost, schedule, quality and performance targets. \n Define and execute the Software Engineering strategy in alignment with business objectives and future product roadmaps. \n Provide leadership, governance and technical direction across all software engineering activities. \n Support the definition and execution of the organisation’s long-term technical vision. \n Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement throughout the engineering organisation. \n Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends and software engineering best practices. Engineering Capability & Delivery:\n Oversee software development activities across R&D programmes, product development and customer-funded projects. \n Ensure effective planning, prioritisation and utilisation of software engineering resources. \n Establish and maintain software engineering metrics and performance indicators. \n Lead software delivery reviews and ensure effective management of technical risks, dependencies and issues. \n Work collaboratively with Project Managers and Technical Leads to achieve successful project outcomes. \n Support software-related customer demonstrations, trials and technical reviews. Architecture, Quality & Engineering Excellence:\n Establish and maintain software engineering standards, processes and governance. \n Ensure appropriate architectural oversight across software products and technology platforms. \n Champion best practices in software design, testing, configuration management and release management. \n Drive continuous improvement in software quality, reliability, safety and security. \n Promote the adoption of automated testing, CI/CD, DevOps and modern software development practices. \n Manage technical debt and ensure long-term maintainability of software products and frameworks. People Leadership:\n Lead, coach, mentor and develop the Software Engineering team and individuals technical growth. \n Build organisational capability through recruitment, succession planning and skills development. \n Conduct performance management, objective setting and career development activities. \n Foster an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing engineering culture. \n Work closely with HR to ensure effective workforce planning and talent management. DevOps & Engineering Infrastructure:\n Ensure the software organisation has effective tooling, development environments and engineering infrastructure. \n Support continual improvement of source control, build systems, CI/CD pipelines, test automation and deployment processes. \n Oversee software development tooling, licensing and open-source governance. \n Drive improvements in developer productivity, engineering efficiency and operational resilience. Business Development & Stakeholder Engagement:\n Support business development activities through technical leadership, customer engagement and bid support. \n Contribute to proposal development, technical strategy and solution definition activities. \n Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and strategic partners. \n Identify opportunities across Saab and external organisations that can expand BlueBear’s software capability and business opportunities. \n Represent the Software Engineering function at internal and external reviews, workshops and technical forums. \n As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. \n At Saab, we constantly look ahead and push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge – to make the world a safer place. Saab is a global defense and security company operating in the fields of air, land and naval defense, civil security and commercial aeronautics. We number approximately 26,100 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and one-fifth of our earnings are spent on research and development. Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. \n Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, or disability status. \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer \n Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire \n Salary: £50,000 – £53,000 \n Shift: 2’s and 3’s Days and Nights \n Job Role of the Maintenance Engineer \n We are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established and successful packaging manufacturer in Bedford. The Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for maintaining a wide range of automated production and packaging machinery, completing planned preventative maintenance and responding efficiently to electrical and mechanical breakdowns. \n This is an excellent opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and wants to join a business that offers long-term stability, technical development and further career progression. \n Sector – Factory Maintenance \n Non-Negotiable Requirements for the Maintenance Engineer \n\n • \n The Maintenance Engineer must hold a recognised electrical or mechanical engineering qualification. \n • \n The Maintenance Engineer must have previous maintenance experience within a manufacturing, production, packaging, FMCG or automated environment. \n • \n The Maintenance Engineer must be comfortable working a 2’s and 3’s days and nights shift pattern. \n • \n The Maintenance Engineer must have experience completing planned and reactive maintenance. \n\n Requirements for the Maintenance Engineer \n\n • \n Carrying out planned preventative maintenance on production and packaging machinery. \n • \n Responding quickly to electrical and mechanical breakdowns. \n • \n Fault finding on motors, sensors, conveyors, bearings, chains, gearboxes and automated machinery. \n • \n Identifying recurring faults and supporting continuous improvement projects. \n • \n Working closely with production teams to reduce downtime and improve machine reliability. \n • \n Completing maintenance records and ensuring all work is carried out safely. \n • \n Supporting machinery installations, modifications and improvement projects. \n\n Desirable Requirements for the Maintenance Engineer \n\n • \n Experience working within the packaging, FMCG or manufacturing industry. \n • \n Electrical fault-finding experience, including three-phase systems, control panels, inverters and PLC-controlled machinery. \n • \n Mechanical experience working with bearings, belts, chains, gearboxes and pneumatic systems. \n • \n Experience working with automated production lines, conveyors or packaging equipment. \n\n \n This is a fantastic opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer to join a stable and growing packaging manufacturer that continues to invest in its site, machinery and engineering team. \n Please contact Joe McAuliffe at Pioneer Selection for further information or to apply for the Maintenance Engineer position.

Job Title: Maintenance EngineerLocation: Bedford, BedfordshireSalary: £50,000 – £53,000Shift: 2's and 3's Days and NightsJob Role of the Maintenance EngineerWe are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established and successful packaging manufacturer in Bedford. The Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for maintaining a wide range of automated production and packaging machinery, completing planned preventative maintenance and responding efficiently to electrical and mechanical breakdowns.This is an excellent opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and wants to join a business that offers long-term stability, technical development and further career progression.Sector – Factory MaintenanceNon-Negotiable Requirements for the Maintenance EngineerThe Maintenance Engineer must hold a recognised electrical or mechanical engineering qualification.The Maintenance Engineer must have previous maintenance experience within a manufacturing, production, packaging, FMCG or automated environment.The Maintenance Engineer must be comfortable working a 2's and 3's days and nights shift pattern.The Maintenance Engineer must have experience completing planned and reactive maintenance.Requirements for the Maintenance EngineerCarrying out planned preventative maintenance on production and packaging machinery.Responding quickly to electrical and mechanical breakdowns.Fault finding on motors, sensors, conveyors, bearings, chains, gearboxes and automated machinery.Identifying recurring faults and supporting continuous improvement projects.Working closely with production teams to reduce downtime and improve machine reliability.Completing maintenance records and ensuring all work is carried out safely.Supporting machinery installations, modifications and improvement projects.Desirable Requirements for the Maintenance EngineerExperience working within the packaging, FMCG or manufacturing industry.Electrical fault-finding experience, including three-phase systems, control panels, inverters and PLC-controlled machinery.Mechanical experience working with bearings, belts, chains, gearboxes and pneumatic systems.Experience working with automated production lines, conveyors or packaging equipment.This is a fantastic opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer to join a stable and growing packaging manufacturer that continues to invest in its site, machinery and engineering team.Please contact Joe McAuliffe at Pioneer Selection for further information or to apply for the Maintenance Engineer position.TPBN1_UKTJ

The Permanent Division of Robert Half is excited to be working on a retained basis with Premier Cables/IEWC in Bedford to assist with the recruitment of a Management Accountant \n IEWC is a leading supplier of wire, cable, and wire management products and also specializes in manufacturing value added solutions. The company is committed to empowering its team members and partners to drive a more connected future. They focus on delivering a broad portfolio of wire and cable solutions to thousands of companies in manufacturing, infrastructure, broadcast, professional audio-visual, and telecommunications. The organization has grown organically and through acquisition during its 60-year history and today is comprised of six companies: IEWC, Cablcon, Jupiter Communications, Premier Cables, Bevco & Simcona. \n Premier Cables has recently located to a larger site in Bedford to accommodate the 3-5 year growth plan. Employing c.65 employees - this is the base for the EMEA operation which has presence in mainland Germany. \n The Role \n The Management Accountant will play a key role in delivering accurate, timely financial reporting and actionable insight to support strategic decision-making. You will take ownership of the month-end process, budget preparation, variance analysis, and operational forecasting while acting as a trusted finance business partner across departments. This is an excellent opportunity to add value to the business in order to assist with continued and sustained development. \n Day to day duties will consist of: \n\n • Lead the end-to-end month-end process, ensuring accurate closure of ledgers and timely preparation of monthly management accounts.\n, • Prepare Profit & Loss (P&L) statements, Balance Sheet reconciliations, and Cash Flow statements.\n, • Calculate and post accruals, prepayments, fixed asset depreciation, and intercompany transactions.\n, • Produce commentary on monthly performance, identifying key cost drivers and variances against budget and forecast.\n, • Assist in the annual budgeting process and quarterly/rolling forecasts across revenue and operational expenditure.\n, • Conduct margin, product, and cost-centre profitability analysis to identify opportunities for efficiency and growth.\n, • Prepare financial packs for the monthly departmental business reviews\n, • In collaboration with Materials Management, analyse inventory levels, stock turns, and sales trends to identify inventory anomalies, excess holdings, or shortages.\n, • Monitor working capital and maintain cash flow forecasts.\n, • Maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.\n, • Act as a primary liaison for annual statutory audit preparation.\n, • Ensure a culture of continuous improvement in the policies, systems, processes, and methods of the supervised function.\n, • Stay updated with emerging financial technologies and best practices.\n, • Ensure that documentation is maintained to allow the Finance Department to track all acquisitions, maintenance, and repair of real estate, distribution centre, and office equipment at all IEWC EMEA subsidiaries.\n\n Your Profile \n You will be a Qualified Accountant with a "can do" Approach to financial issues and able to take ownership and accountability for cross functional issues and commercial support. Previous experience of UK/US GAAP would be beneficial as would Rubicon or SAP exposure. You will be interpersonally effective and looking for a strong opportunity to develop skills and experience in a fast moving business. \n Salary and Benefits \n The role of Management Accountant for Premier Cables in Bedford is offering a salary of £50-55K will be working in the office 4 days a week sometimes 5. This is an exciting and strong development opportunity for someone to push their career forwards in a role within a changing outlook the next 3-5 years. \n \n Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

SHE AdvisorLocation: Coventry or Essex (covering projects across the South of England)Salary: £40,000 £60,000 + Company Van or Car Allowance + Excellent BenefitsOur client is one of the UK's leading privately owned civil engineering contractors, delivering major infrastructure, reinforced concrete, geotechnical and specialist engineering projects across the UK.Renowned for investing heavily in their people, they have built an outstanding reputation for delivering technically challenging projects while maintaining exceptionally high standards of safety, quality and environmental performance. Their award-winning behavioural safety programme has become a benchmark within the industry, creating a collaborative culture where employee wellbeing, continuous improvement and professional development are genuine priorities.Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are looking to appoint an experienced Health, Safety & Environmental (SHE) Advisor to support projects across the South of England.SHE Advisor Salary & BenefitsSalary: £40,000 £60,00023 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing with length of service.Life Assurance (4x annual salary).Salary sacrifice pension with 5% employer contribution.Employee benefits platform with shopping, dining and travel discounts.Discounted private healthcare and dental.Discounted gym memberships.Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme after probation.Company Van or Car Allowance.Excellent long-term career progression with a leading UK infrastructure contractor.SHE Advisor Job OverviewProvide practical SHE support across multiple live construction projects.Carry out site inspections, audits and compliance reviews.Promote Health, Safety and Environmental best practice.Review RAMS, CoSHH, PUWER, LOLER and Fire compliance.Deliver toolbox talks and behavioural safety briefings.Lead accident, incident and near miss investigations.Support contractor management and operational planning.Deliver internal SHE training where required.Build strong working relationships with project teams and clients.SHE Advisor Job RequirementsNEBOSH Construction Certificate.CSCS Card.Previous Health & Safety experience within Civil Engineering, Groundworks or RC Frame projects.Good understanding of current H&S legislation and industry best practice.Experience carrying out site inspections, audits and incident investigations.Excellent communication and organisational skills.Full UK Driving Licence.Desirable IEMA or other environmental qualification.Temporary Works, Fire Risk or CoSHH qualifications.Experience delivering training or toolbox talks.Behavioural safety experience.Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.TPBN1_UKTJ

IntroductionSaab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training.What you will be part ofSaab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe.Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems.Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations.The Role:The Head of Software Engineering is the focal point for software engineering capability within BlueBear a Saab company and is accountable for the performance, development and growth of the Software Engineering function. You will be responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of software solutions across research, product development and customer programmes, encompassing mission systems, embedded software, autonomy-enabling technologies, DevOps capabilities and supporting engineering infrastructure. Working closely with Engineering, Product, Programme and Saab stakeholders, the role is responsible for defining software strategy, developing engineering capability, improving engineering maturity and fostering a high-performing engineering culture.Key Responsibilities:Lead the Software Engineering function to ensure successful delivery of projects and products to agreed cost, schedule, quality and performance targets.Define and execute the Software Engineering strategy in alignment with business objectives and future product roadmaps.Provide leadership, governance and technical direction across all software engineering activities.Support the definition and execution of the organisation's long-term technical vision.Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement throughout the engineering organisation.Engineering Capability & Delivery:Oversee software development activities across R&D programmes, product development and customer-funded projects.Ensure effective planning, prioritisation and utilisation of software engineering resources.Establish and maintain software engineering metrics and performance indicators.Lead software delivery reviews and ensure effective management of technical risks, dependencies and issues.Support software-related customer demonstrations, trials and technical reviews.Architecture, Quality & Engineering Excellence:Establish and maintain software engineering standards, processes and governance.Ensure appropriate architectural oversight across software products and technology platforms.Champion best practices in software design, testing, configuration management and release management.Drive continuous improvement in software quality, reliability, safety and security.Promote the adoption of automated testing, CI/CD, DevOps and modern software development practices.Manage technical debt and ensure long-term maintainability of software products and frameworks.People Leadership:Lead, coach, mentor and develop the Software Engineering team and individuals technical growth.Build organisational capability through recruitment, succession planning and skills development.Conduct performance management, objective setting and career development activities.Foster an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing engineering culture.DevOps & Engineering Infrastructure:Ensure the software organisation has effective tooling, development environments and engineering infrastructure.Support continual improvement of source control, build systems, CI/CD pipelines, test automation and deployment processes.Oversee software development tooling, licensing and open-source governance.Drive improvements in developer productivity, engineering efficiency and operational resilience.Business Development & Stakeholder Engagement:Support business development activities through technical leadership, customer engagement and bid support.Contribute to proposal development, technical strategy and solution definition activities.Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and strategic partners.Identify opportunities across Saab and external organisations that can expand BlueBear's software capability and business opportunities.Represent the Software Engineering function at internal and external reviews, workshops and technical forums.As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it.By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.TPBN1_UKTJ

Contracts Manager and Estimator (Roofing)Bedford | Full-time | £50,000 to £60,000 per annum plus bonus and benefitsEmployee BenefitsPerformance bonus up to £10,000 OTE per annumCompany vehicle for site surveys40-hour week, Monday to FridayHybrid working after probation (4:1 ratio)24 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidaysEmployee healthcare programme and gym membershipEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOnsite gym, sauna, ice bath and cycle-to-work schemeEarly finish at 4pm on FridaysCompany ProfileA fast-growing consultancy and project delivery business specialising in external building fabric access and maintenance. The organisation is known for delivering responsive, practical and commercially focused solutions across the MOD Estate, hotel and commercial property sectors. The environment suits individuals who value initiative, accountability and technical expertise. The role offers genuine scope to influence outcomes, take ownership and contribute to continuous improvement within a growing business.The OpportunityThe business is recruiting an experienced and commercially minded Contracts Manager and Estimator to support ongoing growth. This hybrid position combines surveying, estimating, client management and project delivery. It suits an individual who enjoys variety, client interaction, technical problem solving and taking responsibility from initial survey through to completion.Role OverviewThe Contracts Manager and Estimator manages roofing works and wider building faade maintenance and repair projects. The role oversees enquiries through to completion, ensuring strong customer service, commercial performance, quality and safety.Key responsibilities includeConducting roof surveys, inspections and condition assessmentsPreparing quotations, estimates and scopes of workManaging client relationships and providing technical adviceLeading project planning and mobilisation activitiesManaging subcontractors and delivery teamsMonitoring project performance, quality, programme and costsEnsuring compliance with health and safety requirementsProducing survey reports, progress updates and completion documentationIdentifying opportunities for additional works and long-term maintenance solutionsSupporting business growth through service quality and client retentionCandidate ProfileThe successful individual combines technical roofing knowledge with strong project management and commercial capability. A proactive approach, strong communication skills and the ability to see tasks through to completion are essential.Essential experienceBackground in roofing, construction, maintenance or building fabric projectsExperience estimating and pricing worksStrong understanding of roofing systems and repair methodologiesAbility to read drawings, specifications and technical informationStrong organisational and planning skillsExcellent communication and client-facing capabilityFull UK Driving LicenceProactive and solutions-focused mindsetDesirable experienceExperience managing roofing contracts or projectsKnowledge of flat roofing, pitched roofing and building fabric repairsHealth and Safety qualifications such as SMSTS, IOSH or NEBOSHExperience managing subcontractors and site teamsKnowledge of project management systems and reporting toolsTPBN1_UKTJ

Job Title – Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)Location – BedfordSalary: £37,000 - £42,000 + Overtime (£5,000 - £10,000 annually)Shift: Monday to Friday, 5:30am - 2:30pm (Flexi start times)Job Role The Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer will join a fast paced manufacturing business in Bedford where the Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer will play a key role in keeping production running efficiently and safely. This Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer position offers strong earning potential with regular overtime and the opportunity to work on a variety of automated and electrically biased equipment within a growing manufacturing environment. The Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer will benefit from ongoing training, exposure to continuous improvement projects, and real progression opportunities within a stable and expanding market. If you are a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a days based role with excellent overtime and long term security, this is an opportunity not to be missed.Sector – Industrial Manufacturing Non Negotiable Requirements of Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Must have worked as a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing environmentMust be from a Manufacturing backgroundMust be comfortable working in different working conditionsEssential Requirements of Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Electrical bias with mechanical competencyExperience carrying out planned and reactive maintenanceAbility to fault find independently and minimise downtimeDesirable Requirements of Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Experience within FMCG or high volume productionContinuous improvement experience17th or 18th Edition qualificationThe Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer will benefit from: Working for a stable and growing manufacturing companyMonday to Friday days role with early finishSignificant overtime opportunitiesOngoing training and technical developmentInvestment in engineering team and site equipmentTPBN1_UKTJ

Class 2 Driver - DrayLocation: Bedford, MK41 0FS.Pay: £19 per hour | Up to £900+ per week | Weekly payHours: 48 hours per weekShift: 4:00am startsAbout the RoleWe are looking for a professional Class 2 Drivers to work on behalf of our client in Bedford on a temp to perm basis.As a Class 2 Driver you will play a vital role in ensuring deliveries are completed on time and in full, while providing a high-quality, professional service to your customers. Working as part of a team of distribution operatives and reporting to your Line Manager, you will collaborate closely with the Warehouse and Office teams to ensure the smooth running of the operation and the achievement of overall site objectives.You will be responsible for delivering products from distribution centres directly to customers. These include pubs, supermarkets, and key events.Key Responsibilities Deliver goods to customers safely, on time, and in full, following all legal and company requirements.Work closely with the Warehouse, Transport, and Office teams to ensure smooth daily operations.Support yard and loading activities as required.Complete multi-drop deliveries while maintaining high customer service standards.Carry out vehicle checks, maintain vehicle cleanliness, and report defects or incidents promptly.Adhere to Working Time Directive, driver hours, health & safety, and company policies.Handle delivery issues professionally, escalating to the Transport or Customer Service team when needed.Act as a role model by working safely, respectfully, and with integrity at all times.Support continuous improvement and assist with training new team members as required.Qualifications Current and valid Category C Driving Licence (no more than 6 points)Current and valid Driver CPCCurrent and valid Digital Tachograph CardBasic numeracy and literacy skillsForklift licence (B1 Counterbalance) is desirableExperience of multi-drop deliveriesSkills & Attributes Self-motivated with the ability to use initiativeStrong time-management skills and attention to detailAbility to work effectively in a time-sensitive environmentClear and confident communication skillsCollaborative and supportive team mindsetPositive attitude toward feedback and continuous improvementYou can look forward to the following benefits: 28 days paid holiday (Pro Rata)Access to Manpower Rewards (Discounts on adventure days)Access to the MyPath upskilling programme£19 per hourWeekly payAbout our client:Our client is a leading beverage company, bringing together a rich heritage in brewing and soft drinks innovation. Operating across the UK and international markets, the company offers a diverse portfolio of well-known brands spanning beer, soft drinks, and energy beverages.With a strong focus on sustainability, quality, and innovation, our client is committed to creating great drinking experiences while reducing its environmental impact. The business fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, empowering employees to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and evolving industry.Apply now and a member of our Team will be in contact!If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.TPBN1_UKTJ

Service ManagerPermanent£42,000BedfordshireHamilton Woods Associates are currently recruiting for a Service Manager to join an organisation on a permanent basis in Bedfordshire.Responsibilities of the Service Manager:Oversee the delivery of safe, secure and high-quality supported accommodation and services, ensuring positive outcomes for customers.Line manage, mentor and develop Team Leaders.Monitor service performance, including voids, rent collection, arrears, budgets and KPIs, taking action to achieve targets.Oversee safeguarding, complex cases, complaints and legal matters, ensuring compliance with policies, legislation and regulatory requirements.Build strong relationships with local authorities, external agencies and stakeholders, supporting partnership working, tenders and service development.Drive continuous improvement across services, reviewing processes, managing risk and ensuring effective housing management, repairs and compliance.Essential Experience of the Service Manager:Full UK Driving LicenseEnhanced DBSTo be considered for this exciting role, please contact Lucie Houston - Managing Consultant at Hamilton Woods or apply online with a covering note of your experience and suitability referencing the job ID number. Due to the exceptionally high level of applications if you have not heard back from HWA within 7 - 10 days, it is regrettable that we cannot respond to all applicants, and please assume your application has been unsuccessful.TPBN1_UKTJ

Location: BedfordshireJob Type: Full TimeSalary: Competitive + Excellent BenefitsAn established and highly respected regional main contractor is seeking a BIM Coordinator to join its growing Digital Construction team.This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced BIM Technician looking to progress into a coordination role or an established BIM Coordinator seeking a fresh challenge within a forward-thinking construction business.Working across a diverse portfolio of projects including commercial, education, healthcare, research & development, automotive and industrial sectors, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality digital information throughout the project lifecycle, from pre-construction through to handover.The RoleWorking closely with design teams, consultants, subcontractors and project delivery teams, you will support the successful implementation of BIM processes and digital construction standards across multiple live projects.Key responsibilities include:Developing and coordinating BIM models using Autodesk Revit.Producing technical drawings and project documentation using Revit and AutoCAD.Managing project information within a Common Data Environment (CDE).Reviewing Employer's Information Requirements (EIR) and Asset Information Requirements (AIR).Supporting project delivery in accordance with BIM Execution Plans (BEP).Undertaking clash detection and model coordination using Navisworks Manage.Assisting with design validation throughout the project lifecycle.Carrying out model audits across the various RIBA stages.Visiting construction sites to verify installed works against coordinated models.Preparing digital project information and model deliverables for project handover.Promoting BIM best practice and supporting continuous improvement across the business.Candidate ProfileThe successful candidate will be a collaborative and organised individual with strong technical skills and a passion for digital construction.Applicants should ideally have experience of:BIM Coordination or BIM Technician duties within the construction industry.Autodesk Revit, Navisworks Manage and AutoCAD.Autodesk ReCap and Trimble SketchUp.Model coordination, clash detection and digital construction processes.Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.QualificationsLevel 3 qualification (A Levels or equivalent) in a STEM or construction-related discipline.HNC/HND or Level 4 qualification in Construction, Engineering or a related subject is advantageous.Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.What's on OfferCompetitive salary and full benefits packageCompany pension.Ongoing training and professional development.Excellent career progression opportunities.Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of high-quality construction projects within a supportive and collaborative team.TPBN1_UKTJ

At OFG we believe increating a better work life balance Job Title: Deputy Headteacher Location: Riseley Green School, Riseley, Reading, Berkshire RG7 1QF Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: September 2026 UK applicants only no sponsorship available About the Role As Deputy Headteacher, you will provide strategic leadership across curriculum development, assessment, teaching and learning, pupil progress, staff development and operational management. You will deputise for the Headteacher when required and contribute to the vision, ethos and long-term success of the school. This role requires a passionate educational leader who can inspire colleagues, build strong relationships with families and external professionals, and create a culture where both pupils and staff thrive. What You'll Be Doing Leadership & School Improvement Support the Headteacher in leading the schools vision, strategy and improvement priorities. Deputise for the Headteacher when required. Drive high standards, effective systems and continuous improvement. Curriculum, Teaching & Learning Lead the development of an engaging, inclusive and needs-led curriculum. Champion high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across the school. Use evidence and data to drive improvement and pupil achievement. Staff Leadership & Development Inspire, coach and develop staff to achieve high professional standards. Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability and high expectations. Support staff wellbeing, performance and professional development. Pupil Progress & Inclusion Oversee assessment, progress tracking and target-setting across the school. Ensure individual learning, therapeutic and care needs are effectively supported. Work closely with the SENCo and multidisciplinary professionals to maximise outcomes. Safeguarding & Wellbeing Promote a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment for all pupils. Support effective safeguarding, welfare and child protection arrangements. Work with families and external agencies to ensure pupils receive the right support. Partnership & Community Build positive relationships with parents, carers, professionals and external partners. Promote the schools values, achievements and wider community presence. Share best practice and develop strong partnerships to enhance outcomes. What We're Looking For Degree and QTS qualification required. Has substantial senior leadership experience within an educational setting Demonstrates a strong understanding of curriculum development, assessment and school improvement Has experience supporting pupils with additional or complex needs Can inspire and develop staff to deliver outstanding practice Is highly organised, resilient and solution-focused Has excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people About Us Riseley Green School is an independent specialist school near Reading, Berkshire, for autistic young people aged 416, with a capacity of 60 pupils. We provide a nurturing, structured environment tailored to each childs needs, fostering academic, social, and emotional growth. Small classes, high staff-to-pupil ratios, and personalised programmes ensure every pupil can thrive and reach their full potential. Our dedicated team works closely with families to support wellbeing, independence, and the development of essential life skills. For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth year running. Why Join Us? We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase contributions Your Wellbeing Matters mental health support and physical health checks Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including: Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits Hundreds of UK and international discounts Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. 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You will work closely with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain and Quality teams to identify issues, investigate root causes and implement practical solutions. Quality & Continuous Improvement Technician. Quality & Continuous Improvement Technicians.

About the job. National Highways has an exciting opportunity for an Enterprise Portfolio Management (EPM) Lead to play a key role in aligning Digital Services investment, demand and delivery with organisational strategy and priorities. The role sits at the centre of strategy, performance and delivery, providing an enterprise-wide view of the portfolio and enabling informed, joined-up decision-making. You will lead portfolio, demand and resource management across business-as-usual activities, programmes and projects, building and prioritising the IT backlog in line with strategic objectives and capacity. Working closely with senior leaders and delivery teams, you will ensure work is properly governed, resourced and financed, intervening where required to protect benefits and outcomes. One of the key deliverables of this role will be to own, develop and lead the quarterly planning process, ensuring clear prioritisation, transparency of trade-offs, and alignment between strategic intent, funding and delivery capacity. The role also champions continuous improvement, embedding best practice, introducing appropriate tools and ways of working, and driving a forward-looking, efficient and transparent portfolio management function. Our technology estate is broad, diverse and continuously evolving. You will work across everything from internal business platforms to the systems that manage physical assets and keep England's road network operating safely and reliably. This is an opportunity to develop solutions that have a real-world impact for millions of people. Please note this position can be based from any of our UK offices however travel to other offices to attend team meetings will be required. Lead Enterprise Portfolio Management (EPM) across business-as-usual activities, programmes and projects, providing oversight of demand, capacity and resources to ensure delivery is aligned to organisational and Digital Services Strategy. Establish a forward-looking portfolio function, anticipating demand and optimising the use of resources to support strategic priorities, including ownership and leadership of the quarterly planning and prioritisation process, and maintaining a balanced, sustainable delivery pipeline. Ensure effective governance of programmes and projects, including alignment to the Digital Services Strategy, financial and resource assurance, benefits realisation, and intervention where delivery risks or business case benefits cannot be met, supporting the targeted 80/20 planned versus reactive demand model. Work closely with operational delivery leaders and senior stakeholders across the directorate to align cross-functional activities, identify opportunities for enterprise-wide technology change, and provide leadership for the delivery of those change initiatives. Drive continuous improvement in portfolio, service and capacity management, keeping abreast of industry best practice, setting policy and standards, embedding efficient ways of working, and providing direction on the use of appropriate tools, methodologies and justified new investments. Provide strong people and financial leadership, managing and developing the EPM team to deliver portfolio operations and business process improvement, while owning team budgets, forecasts and cost management to ensure effective and transparent use of resources. About you. Significant experience operating in complex IT programme and portfolio environments, leading high-risk and high-value initiatives, prioritising demand and resources based on strategic intent and return on investment, and ensuring effective governance across the full delivery lifecycle including designing and leading structured quarterly planning cycles that bring clarity, alignment and accountability. Proven ability to lead and facilitate discussions with senior stakeholders, including Heads of Service, Digital Services leadership teams and executive audiences, confidently accepting challenge, providing constructive challenge in return, and bringing clarity to complex or constrained situations. Demonstrates strong knowledge of current technologies used to build and operate digital services, with the ability to understand technical plans, service design and delivery activities sufficiently to enable informed, evidence-based decision-making at pace. Degree-qualified (preferably in Technology, Engineering or a mathematical discipline), or holds a recognised project or programme management accreditation, or equivalent professional experience gained through leading complex digital and technology portfolios. A confident and credible leader who leads from the front, successfully implementing change across teams and functions, applying lean, continuous improvement and lifecycle-based approaches, and creating an environment where teams are supported to perform, improve and deliver sustainable outcomes. About us. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. The Digital Services Directorate is helping to reshape the way National Highways operates by delivering digital, data, and technology services across all areas, from frontline to back office, in a modern and efficient manner. Our vision is to develop integrated information and technology that empowers our colleagues and provides real-time information to our customers, as well as integrating with intelligent vehicle and transport systems as they evolve, to enhance journey safety and reliability. Current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. TPBN1_UKTJ

This is an excellent opportunity to join a global, market-leading manufacturing group at a key stage in its journey towards world-class engineering maintenance, and asset reliability. The site is strengthening its engineering leadership team to help shape and deliver the next phase of its development. The business is seeking a Engineering Manager with proven experience in improving reliability, embedding best-practice maintenance strategies, and developing high-performing engineering teams. What's in it for you as Engineering Manager Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum Bonus: Annual performance-related bonus Working hours: Monday to Friday, days only with flexible start/finish Pension: Double-figure employer contribution / matched pension up to 10% Benefits: Healthcare package, cycle-to-work scheme, retail discounts and more Development: Ongoing training and career progression, including leadership and H&S development Stability: Join a well-established, international manufacturer with long-term investment plans You will lead all engineering and maintenance activities on site, playing a central role in continuing the operation as a proactive, reliability-led maintenance culture. Key responsibilities of the Engineering Manager: Leading and developing a multi-disciplinary engineering team Driving asset reliability through CBM, asset care strategies and RCM Implementing and optimising PPM, TPM and CMMS systems Improving plant performance through data-led continuous improvement Supporting planned CAPEX and engineering projects Managing maintenance budgets and ensuring EHS compliance Working closely with operations to deliver sustainable performance improvements What you need to apply for the Engineering Manager role: You will be an experienced engineering leader from a manufacturing environment, with a track record of supporting sites on the journey towards world-class manufacturing and reliability. A Mechanical or Electrical engineering qualification (Level 3 or above) Proven experience improving reliability using CBM, RCM and asset care strategies Experience leading and developing multi-skilled engineering teams Strong knowledge of maintenance best practice and EHS standards In return, you will be offered a truly varied role within a dynamic and a fast-paced business, providing opportunities to develop your skill sets and progress your career as an Engineering Manager TPBN1_UKTJ

£40,000 | Hybrid Working | Flexible Working Hours | 33 Days Annual Leave | Company Pension A Quality Auditor job opportunity has become available within a well-established organisation operating across a highly regulated environment. Based in Bedfordshire, the role offers a mixture of home and office working, with occasional visits to other company locations. You'll coordinate customer audits, complete detailed reports and deliver planned internal compliance reviews. This is a client-facing role requiring a confident Quality professional who can identify compliance gaps, recommend corrective actions and support the continued improvement of the Quality Management System. Quality Auditor responsibilities include - Coordinating and hosting customer audits from preparation through to final response. Completing scheduled internal reviews and producing clear audit reports. Supporting external inspections and providing relevant quality information. Investigating non-conformances and monitoring corrective actions. Completing quality and process risk assessments. Improving procedures, work instructions, forms and training materials. Quality Auditor desirable skills and experience - At least three years' experience within an ISO-certified Quality department. Experience completing internal, customer or compliance audits. A working knowledge of Good Distribution Practice or similar regulated requirements. Experience investigating non-conformances and supporting corrective actions. Confidence communicating audit findings to customers and internal stakeholders. Lead Auditor or recognised GxP training would be advantageous. Quality Auditor benefits include - Salary of £40,000 . Hybrid working between home and the Bedfordshire office. Flexible working hours. 33 days annual leave including bank holidays. Option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave, subject to eligibility. Employer pension contribution of 4% alongside a 5% employee contribution. Healthcare cash plan, virtual GP, life assurance and employee assistance programme. This role would suit an experienced Quality Auditor, Quality Officer, Quality Assurance Officer, Quality Systems Officer or Compliance Auditor looking for a varied position combining customer audits, internal compliance reviews, reporting and continuous improvement. If you're an experienced Quality professional looking for a client-facing position offering responsibility, flexible hours and hybrid working, apply now via the link in this Quality Auditor advert. Keywords: Quality Auditor, Quality Officer, Quality Assurance Officer, Quality Systems Officer, Compliance Auditor, Quality Assurance, Customer Audits, Internal Audits, Compliance Audits, Good Distribution Practice, GDP, GxP, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, QMS, Non-Conformance, Corrective Action, Risk Assessment, SOP, Bedfordshire, Hybrid Working, Flexible Working Hours. ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity. TPBN1_UKTJ

Maintenance Team Leader Salary: £53,000 with shift allowance Shifts: Double Days (rotating 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm) Overtime: 1.5x Mon–Sat | 2x Sun & Bank Holidays Holidays: 22 days + 8 Bank Holidays, increasing with service Benefits: 9% pension package | Life assurance - 4x annual salary | $3000 Annual tuition assistance About the business Join a well-established and financially secure organisation that continues to invest heavily in its people, equipment and long-term future. With ongoing improvement projects, modernisation programmes and a commitment to developing its engineering function, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to take the next step in their career. Why join? This role is ideal for an experienced engineer looking to progress into leadership, or for a current Maintenance Team Leader seeking a new challenge within a stable and supportive environment. The business has a strong track record of developing its engineering staff and creating opportunities for progression. You'll have the chance to lead from the front, influence standards, support a team of engineers and develop your management skills while remaining technically involved. Whether you're already working as a Maintenance Team Leader or you're an engineer with some supervisory, mentoring or team-leading experience looking for a step up, this role offers the platform to develop your leadership career. Role details We are looking for a hands-on Maintenance Team Leader to support and coordinate a team of multi-skilled engineers across a busy operation. The successful candidate will split their time between supporting the team, coordinating maintenance activities and remaining involved in practical engineering tasks. Responsibilities include: • Leading and supporting a team of engineers., • Organising maintenance activities and prioritising workloads., • Ensuring planned and reactive maintenance is completed safely and efficiently., • Supporting fault finding and breakdown investigations., • Monitoring team performance and standards., • Liaising with operational teams to minimise downtime., • Supporting continuous improvement and engineering projects. Requirements The business is very open to candidates from a wide range of engineering backgrounds and industries. They are interested in engineers who have some leadership exposure through mentoring, coordinating work, supporting apprentices or deputising for management. Ideally, you will have: • A recognised engineering qualification equivalent to a Level 3 or above (NVQ, City and Guilds, BTEC, ONC, HNC etc.), • Experience carrying out maintenance and fault finding within an engineering environment., • Strong communication and organisational skills., • The ability to motivate and support others., • Experience coordinating workloads, projects or people, either formally or informally., • A proactive approach and a desire to progress your leadership career. This is an excellent opportunity for a Maintenance Team Leader or aspiring leader to join a stable organisation where you can continue developing both your technical and management skills while building a long-term career. Contact: Faisal Ahmedy ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation JBRP1_UKTJ

The company are a multi-national group, being No 1 in Europe for what they do! With a number of awards and recognitions, with great career progression and opportunities across the business! Important: All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance and must be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship to be eligible. Working: The role offers flexible working but does require engineers on site for 2/3 days per week and is a on secure site where SC clearance is needed. Site locations: Bristol, Hertfordshire or Greater Manchester. Join a business at the forefront of innovation, with a lot to offer! A company backed by a record multi-year order book, offering long-term stability and sustained investment, with years of secured work ahead! The Opportunity: Are you an experienced engineering professional looking to step into a role that combines technical expertise with strategic business delivery? As a Portfolio Delivery Team Lead, you'll play a critical role in coordinating engineering activities across a diverse portfolio of products and programmes. Working at the intersection of engineering, operations, and programme delivery, you'll help shape long-term product strategies, manage technical risks, drive innovation, and influence key business decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges while collaborating with senior stakeholders to improve efficiency, performance, and delivery outcomes across multiple projects. You'll gain exposure to the full product lifecycle, from concept and development through to production, delivery, and ongoing support, giving you a unique perspective on how engineering decisions influence wider business success. What You'll Be Doing: • Leading portfolio-level engineering activities across multiple programmes and projects., • Identifying and managing technical risks, dependencies, and obsolescence challenges., • Supporting the development of innovative solutions that improve efficiency, commonality, modularity, and product reuse., • Collaborating with project teams to ensure plans and dependencies are aligned across the wider portfolio., • Reviewing predicted and realised programme benefits to ensure delivery remains technically achievable., • Acting as a key interface between engineering teams, centres of excellence, operational functions, and programme stakeholders., • Driving continuous improvement initiatives and helping develop new ways of working., • Influencing decisions that enhance operational performance, product sustainability, and long-term business value. What We're Looking For: We're interested in hearing from candidates who can combine strong technical understanding with the ability to influence and lead across a complex organisation. You'll ideally have: • Significant experience within an engineering, systems, or technical delivery environment., • A strong understanding of the product lifecycle, including design, development, manufacturing, and support., • Experience working with complex electro-mechanical, systems, or technology-based products., • Strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to influence and challenge senior decision-makers., • The ability to analyse complex technical problems and develop pragmatic, innovative solutions., • Excellent prioritisation skills and experience managing competing demands across multiple projects., • Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex issues for a variety of audiences., • A collaborative leadership style that enables teams to succeed and deliver results. Why Apply? This role offers a rare blend of technical leadership, portfolio management, and business influence. If you're looking to broaden your experience beyond traditional engineering delivery and want to help shape the future direction of complex products and programmes, we'd love to hear from you. Even If you feel like you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to reach out and apply. JBRP1_UKTJ

Franchise Business Development Manager Covering East of England £58 - £65k depending on experience We are looking for a commercially driven Franchise Development Manager to support the growth, profitability and performance of our clients franchise network. You will work closely with Franchise Business Owners as a trusted advisor, providing commercial guidance, coaching and operational support to help them achieve their goals. You will use data and business insight to identify opportunities, improve performance and drive sustainable growth. Key Responsibilities • Build strong relationships with Franchise Business Owners, • Analyse KPIs, P&Ls and performance data to identify growth and profitability opportunities, • Develop and support business plans and performance improvement strategies, • Coach and challenge Franchisees to improve sales, efficiency and customer service, • Identify underperformance and support effective turnaround plans, • Support new Franchisees through onboarding, training and launch, • Work closely with Marketing, Finance and Operations on strategic initiatives, • Share best practice and drive continuous improvement across the network, • Ensure Franchisees operate in line with the franchise model and brand standards About You • Proven experience in Business Development, Sales or Commercial Leadership, • Strong commercial and P&L understanding, • Confident analysing data and turning insight into action, • Excellent relationship-building, coaching and influencing skills, • Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills, • Experience working across multiple business functions, • Confident using CRM systems, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint, • Full UK driving licence Franchise experience is desirable, as is experience in the drainage or related service industry but not essential. If you are commercially focused, people oriented and motivated by helping businesses grow, we would love to hear from you JBRP1_UKTJ

Safran Landing Systems are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise covers the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end; Design, Engineering & Manufacturing, through to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO). The Gloucester OE site has been at the forefront of landing gear technology for over 85 years, dating from the innovative designs of Sir George Dowty to advanced landing gears for the world's most modern aircraft today. Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision. About the Role: You will take ownership of industrialisation activities across a range of Assembly Projects, leading cross-functional teams to successfully introduce new products and processes into production. As the key focal point for industrialisation, you will drive the delivery of efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality assembly solutions while ensuring projects meet programme objectives and manufacturing requirements. Responsibilities: • Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of industrialisation activities for Assembly Projects, ensuring alignment with programme objectives and industry standards., • Coordinate and collaborate with multifunctional teams, including engineering, production, quality, purchasing, and methods, to deliver robust and timely results., • Support Transfer of Work projects, coordinating relevant activities, managing project timelines, and ensuring smooth handovers., • Apply technical expertise to identify and implement cost-effective assembly methods and new production technologies (e.g., 3D printing)., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including the adoption of Lean principles and best practices within assembly processes., • Facilitate effective communication and information flow between project stakeholders, escalating issues and driving timely resolution., • Support the development and standardisation of administrative processes, documentation, and reporting templates for industrialisation activities., • Monitor, analyse, and report on industrialisation metrics, using data to support decision-making and continuous improvement., • Coordinate and support site-level assembly initiatives as needed. What You'll Bring: *Experience supporting industrialisation or manufacturing projects. *Ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams. *Skilled in developing and managing production roadmaps and project plans. *Experience managing budgets and controlling project costs. *Knowledge of pilot production, production ramp-up, and mass production readiness. *Working towards or holding a recognised project management qualification (APM or PRINCE2). *Good understanding of engineering activities and project lifecycles. *Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills. We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success. JBRP1_UKTJ

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Head of Software Engineering is the focal point for software engineering capability within BlueBear a Saab company and is accountable for the performance, development and growth of the Software Engineering function. You will be responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of software solutions across research, product development and customer programmes, encompassing mission systems, embedded software, autonomy-enabling technologies, DevOps capabilities and supporting engineering infrastructure. The role will provide strategic, technical and people leadership to ensure the business develops and delivers high-quality, innovative and secure software systems. Working closely with Engineering, Product, Programme and Saab stakeholders, the role is responsible for defining software strategy, developing engineering capability, improving engineering maturity and fostering a high-performing engineering culture. Lead the Software Engineering function to ensure successful delivery of projects and products to agreed cost, schedule, quality and performance targets. Define and execute the Software Engineering strategy in alignment with business objectives and future product roadmaps. Provide leadership, governance and technical direction across all software engineering activities. Support the definition and execution of the organisation’s long-term technical vision. Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement throughout the engineering organisation. Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends and software engineering best practices. Oversee software development activities across R&D programmes, product development and customer-funded projects. Ensure effective planning, prioritisation and utilisation of software engineering resources. Establish and maintain software engineering metrics and performance indicators. Lead software delivery reviews and ensure effective management of technical risks, dependencies and issues. Work collaboratively with Project Managers and Technical Leads to achieve successful project outcomes. Support software-related customer demonstrations, trials and technical reviews. Establish and maintain software engineering standards, processes and governance. Ensure appropriate architectural oversight across software products and technology platforms. Champion best practices in software design, testing, configuration management and release management. Drive continuous improvement in software quality, reliability, safety and security. Promote the adoption of automated testing, CI/CD, DevOps and modern software development practices. Manage technical debt and ensure long-term maintainability of software products and frameworks. Lead, coach, mentor and develop the Software Engineering team and individuals technical growth. Build organisational capability through recruitment, succession planning and skills development. Conduct performance management, objective setting and career development activities. Foster an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing engineering culture. Work closely with HR to ensure effective workforce planning and talent management. Ensure the software organisation has effective tooling, development environments and engineering infrastructure. Support continual improvement of source control, build systems, CI/CD pipelines, test automation and deployment processes. Oversee software development tooling, licensing and open-source governance. Drive improvements in developer productivity, engineering efficiency and operational resilience. Support business development activities through technical leadership, customer engagement and bid support. Contribute to proposal development, technical strategy and solution definition activities. Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and strategic partners. Identify opportunities across Saab and external organisations that can expand BlueBear’s software capability and business opportunities. Represent the Software Engineering function at internal and external reviews, workshops and technical forums. As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. At Saab, we constantly look ahead and push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge – to make the world a safer place. Saab is a global defense and security company operating in the fields of air, land and naval defense, civil security and commercial aeronautics. We number approximately 26,100 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and one-fifth of our earnings are spent on research and development. Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Head of Software Engineering is the focal point for software engineering capability within BlueBear a Saab company and is accountable for the performance, development and growth of the Software Engineering function. You will be responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of software solutions across research, product development and customer programmes, encompassing mission systems, embedded software, autonomy-enabling technologies, DevOps capabilities and supporting engineering infrastructure. The role will provide strategic, technical and people leadership to ensure the business develops and delivers high-quality, innovative and secure software systems. Working closely with Engineering, Product, Programme and Saab stakeholders, the role is responsible for defining software strategy, developing engineering capability, improving engineering maturity and fostering a high-performing engineering culture. Lead the Software Engineering function to ensure successful delivery of projects and products to agreed cost, schedule, quality and performance targets. Define and execute the Software Engineering strategy in alignment with business objectives and future product roadmaps. Provide leadership, governance and technical direction across all software engineering activities. Support the definition and execution of the organisation’s long-term technical vision. Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement throughout the engineering organisation. Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends and software engineering best practices. Oversee software development activities across R&D programmes, product development and customer-funded projects. Ensure effective planning, prioritisation and utilisation of software engineering resources. Establish and maintain software engineering metrics and performance indicators. Lead software delivery reviews and ensure effective management of technical risks, dependencies and issues. Work collaboratively with Project Managers and Technical Leads to achieve successful project outcomes. Support software-related customer demonstrations, trials and technical reviews. Establish and maintain software engineering standards, processes and governance. Ensure appropriate architectural oversight across software products and technology platforms. Champion best practices in software design, testing, configuration management and release management. Drive continuous improvement in software quality, reliability, safety and security. Promote the adoption of automated testing, CI/CD, DevOps and modern software development practices. Manage technical debt and ensure long-term maintainability of software products and frameworks. Lead, coach, mentor and develop the Software Engineering team and individuals technical growth. Build organisational capability through recruitment, succession planning and skills development. Conduct performance management, objective setting and career development activities. Foster an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing engineering culture. Work closely with HR to ensure effective workforce planning and talent management. Ensure the software organisation has effective tooling, development environments and engineering infrastructure. Support continual improvement of source control, build systems, CI/CD pipelines, test automation and deployment processes. Oversee software development tooling, licensing and open-source governance. Drive improvements in developer productivity, engineering efficiency and operational resilience. Support business development activities through technical leadership, customer engagement and bid support. Contribute to proposal development, technical strategy and solution definition activities. Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and strategic partners. Identify opportunities across Saab and external organisations that can expand BlueBear’s software capability and business opportunities. Represent the Software Engineering function at internal and external reviews, workshops and technical forums. As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. At Saab, we constantly look ahead and push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge – to make the world a safer place. Saab is a global defense and security company operating in the fields of air, land and naval defense, civil security and commercial aeronautics. We number approximately 26,100 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and one-fifth of our earnings are spent on research and development. Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr

About The Role Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Where will you be working? We help our clients safeguard the water supply, improve environmental performance and manage demand for future generations. We enhance and extend asset life, ensuring compliance with water quality and environmental standards. Were problem solvers with over 140 years of combined experience in engineering and infrastructure. Want to be a part of it? What will you be doing? You'll lead the development of cost estimates and tender submissions for water and wastewater infrastructure projects along with reviewing drawings, specifications and client requirements to identify risks, opportunities and delivery strategies. We'll need you to manage pricing for civils, pipelines, structures, MEICA interfaces and associated enabling works as well as coordinating input from operational, design, commercial and supply chain teams to produce competitive bids. You'll obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations, ensuring compliance with client and framework requirements and support value engineering, risk management and continuous improvement across the estimating function. What you'll bring • Do you have proven Estimating experience within the UK water sector or civil engineering environment., • Have you for strong knowledge of water and wastewater infrastructure, pipelines, treatment works and network projects?, • Do you have experience of framework bidding, target cost contracts and collaborative delivery models?, • Are you commercially astute with strong risk and opportunity assessment capabilities?, • Are you proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office?, • Do you have excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills, with relevant construction qualifications preferred?Whats in it for you? We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include; • Contributory pension scheme, • Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, • Employee assistance programme, • My Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discounts, • Life assurance, • Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes, • Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave, • Reward and recognition scheme, • Recommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to us!In addition, this role offers;, • Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from, • My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme, • Private health care family cover, • Health Care Cash Plan, giving you the ability to claim back medical expenses for things like dental, eyecare and physiotherapy and much more!, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Discretionary bonus schemeAbout us We want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. Were one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs. Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours. • Were responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet, • Were open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations, • Were together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts, • Were ambitious and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for lifeWhether youre a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development. Its an exceptional time to be a part of M Group. Please note: Occasionally, job adverts might be closed before the stated closing date. Do apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered. For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rd party background checks as part of the hiring process. Some roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of induction and onboarding. #MGroupW #LI-LK1 JBRP1_UKTJ

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Head of Software Engineering is the focal point for software engineering capability within BlueBear a Saab company and is accountable for the performance, development and growth of the Software Engineering function. You will be responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of software solutions across research, product development and customer programmes, encompassing mission systems, embedded software, autonomy-enabling technologies, DevOps capabilities and supporting engineering infrastructure. The role will provide strategic, technical and people leadership to ensure the business develops and delivers high-quality, innovative and secure software systems. Working closely with Engineering, Product, Programme and Saab stakeholders, the role is responsible for defining software strategy, developing engineering capability, improving engineering maturity and fostering a high-performing engineering culture. Lead the Software Engineering function to ensure successful delivery of projects and products to agreed cost, schedule, quality and performance targets. Define and execute the Software Engineering strategy in alignment with business objectives and future product roadmaps. Provide leadership, governance and technical direction across all software engineering activities. Support the definition and execution of the organisation’s long-term technical vision. Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement throughout the engineering organisation. Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends and software engineering best practices. Oversee software development activities across R&D programmes, product development and customer-funded projects. Ensure effective planning, prioritisation and utilisation of software engineering resources. Establish and maintain software engineering metrics and performance indicators. Lead software delivery reviews and ensure effective management of technical risks, dependencies and issues. Work collaboratively with Project Managers and Technical Leads to achieve successful project outcomes. Support software-related customer demonstrations, trials and technical reviews. Establish and maintain software engineering standards, processes and governance. Ensure appropriate architectural oversight across software products and technology platforms. Champion best practices in software design, testing, configuration management and release management. Drive continuous improvement in software quality, reliability, safety and security. Promote the adoption of automated testing, CI/CD, DevOps and modern software development practices. Manage technical debt and ensure long-term maintainability of software products and frameworks. Lead, coach, mentor and develop the Software Engineering team and individuals technical growth. Build organisational capability through recruitment, succession planning and skills development. Conduct performance management, objective setting and career development activities. Foster an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing engineering culture. Work closely with HR to ensure effective workforce planning and talent management. Ensure the software organisation has effective tooling, development environments and engineering infrastructure. Support continual improvement of source control, build systems, CI/CD pipelines, test automation and deployment processes. Oversee software development tooling, licensing and open-source governance. Drive improvements in developer productivity, engineering efficiency and operational resilience. Support business development activities through technical leadership, customer engagement and bid support. Contribute to proposal development, technical strategy and solution definition activities. Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and strategic partners. Identify opportunities across Saab and external organisations that can expand BlueBear’s software capability and business opportunities. Represent the Software Engineering function at internal and external reviews, workshops and technical forums. As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. At Saab, we constantly look ahead and push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge – to make the world a safer place. Saab is a global defense and security company operating in the fields of air, land and naval defense, civil security and commercial aeronautics. We number approximately 26,100 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and one-fifth of our earnings are spent on research and development. Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr

About The Role Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Where will you be working? We help our clients safeguard the water supply, improve environmental performance and manage demand for future generations. We enhance and extend asset life, ensuring compliance with water quality and environmental standards. Were problem solvers with over 140 years of combined experience in engineering and infrastructure. This role will be within ourMEICA and capital maintenance team. Our Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation (MEICA) experts offer a one-stop solution, including ongoing operation and maintenance services. Want to be a part of it? What will you be doing? We're seeking an experienced Operations Manager to drive the growth of our High Voltage (HV), EV Charging and Gas Distribution Network (GDN) services across the Energy and Water sectors. This senior leadership role combines business development, operational management and strategic account growth. You'll be responsible for expanding existing and newly awarded frameworks, strengthening client relationships, identifying market opportunities and converting pipeline into sustainable revenue growth. While retaining accountability for operational performance, your primary focus will be business growth, framework expansion, service development and people leadership. What you'll be doing • Lead the growth of HV, EV Charging and GDN services across key frameworks and markets., • Develop and deliver business growth strategies across regulated utilities, power and infrastructure sectors., • Identify and convert opportunities in reliability maintenance, asset management, capital maintenance and specialist electrical services., • Build strong client, stakeholder and framework partner relationships., • Lead strategic work-winning activities, including client engagement, solution development and bid support., • Collaborate across the wider business to maximise growth and cross-selling opportunities., • Provide leadership to operational teams, developing capability, succession plans and a high-performance culture., • Ensure resources, systems and delivery models support sustainable growth and operational excellence., • Monitor market trends and framework performance to identify emerging opportunities., • Champion safety, compliance, quality and customer excellence across all activities.Success will be measured through revenue growth, framework expansion, opportunity conversion, operational performance, client retention and people development. What You'll Bring • Do you have senior leadership experience within the utilities, power, engineering, or infrastructure sectors, with a proven track record of delivering revenue growth, expanding frameworks, securing new business opportunities, and implementing business growth strategies?, • Have you successfully led work-winning activities, client engagement, and strategic bids, while developing strong client relationships that drive repeat business and framework growth?, • Do you possess strong commercial acumen, including experience managing revenue, margins, pricing, risk, and overall business performance, alongside a solid understanding of HV infrastructure, EV charging, GDN, asset management, reliability maintenance, capital maintenance services, and framework environments?, • Are you experienced in leading multidisciplinary operational and commercial teams, driving organisational change, continuous improvement, governance, accountability, and cultural development, with the ability to coach high-performing teams and influence senior stakeholders and decision-makers at all levels?Whats in it for you? We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include; • Contributory pension scheme, • Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, • Employee assistance programme, • My Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discounts, • Life assurance, • Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes, • Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave, • Reward and recognition schemeIn addition, this role offers;, • Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from, • My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Recommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to us! About us We want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. Were one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs. Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours. • Were responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet, • Were open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations, • Were together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts, • Were ambitious and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for lifeWhether youre a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development. Its an exceptional time to be a part of M Group. Please note: Occasionally, job adverts might be closed before the stated closing date. Do apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered. For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rd party background checks as part of the hiring process. Some roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of induction and onboarding. #MGroupW #LI-LK1INDREG JBRP1_UKTJ

Head of Membership 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract Home-based (UK) About Us Were Blind Veterans UK, a charity that helps vision-impaired ex-service people from every generation rebuild their lives after their sight has been affected. Founded in 1915 by Sir Arthur Pearson to help the many veterans losing their sight during the First World War, we have over a century of experience providing the very best care and support. Since then, weve supported tens of thousands of vision-impaired veterans, helping them regain their independence and providing the tools, skills and confidence they need to lead fulfilling, active lives. Were one transformational team that believes every vision-impaired veteran should be able to lead the life they choose. We are now looking for a Head of Membership to join us on a full-time, 12 month fixed-term contract basis, working 35 hours per week. The Benefits • Salary of £74,000 per annum, • Generous annual leave with the option to buy additional days, • Pension scheme with generous employer contributions, • Access to legal services and mental health support, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Home-working allowance, • Professional and personal development, • Life assurance, • Enhanced pay This is a rewarding opportunity for a senior membership, customer experience or community engagement leader with strategic-level expertise to join our mission-driven charity. By joining us, you'll become part of an organisation that changes the lives of vision-impaired veterans across the length and breadth of the country. This is a transformational role where every improvement you make will enable more veterans to be supported, to live independently and to lead the lives they choose. Whats more, we'll empower you to lead with confidence and play a key role in helping shape our future, whilst continuing to grow as a leader, make a meaningful difference and maintain your career track. So, if you're looking for a rewarding senior leadership role where your work will have a lasting impact, read on and apply today. The Role As Head of Membership, you will lead the development and transformation of our membership function, ensuring an outstanding experience for members is delivered in line with our strategic objectives. You will develop and deliver our membership strategy and operating model, leading initiatives that strengthen member engagement, retention and growth. Championing a member-centric approach, you will ensure our services, communications and engagement programmes continue to evolve to meet member needs and organisational priorities. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will oversee membership performance, digital development and operational excellence, using insight, technology and continuous improvement to enhance member journeys and deliver measurable impact. Additionally, you will: • Develop and monitor membership KPIs, using data and insight to drive continuous improvement, • Oversee national engagement programmes, events, networks and community initiatives, • Lead the optimisation of CRM systems, member platforms and digital engagement tools, • Ensure effective governance, safeguarding, compliance and risk management across the membership function, • Manage budgets, resources and multidisciplinary teams to deliver strategic priorities, • Represent membership interests internally and externally, building strong relationships with key stakeholders About You To be considered as a Head of Membership, you will need: • Senior leadership experience within a membership, customer experience, community engagement, service operations or similar environment, • Experience developing and implementing organisational strategies, operating models or service frameworks, • Proven experience leading organisational change, transformation or continuous improvement initiatives, • Experience using data, insight and performance measures to inform decision-making and drive improvement, • Experience managing budgets, resources and priorities within a complex organisation, • Experience leading geographically dispersed and multidisciplinary teams, • Knowledge of CRM systems and data-driven engagement approaches, • Knowledge of governance, safeguarding, risk management and regulatory compliance The closing date for this role is 21st August 2026. Other organisations may call this role Director of Membership, Head of Member Experience, Head of Customer Experience, Head of Community Engagement, Head of Service Delivery, Head of Membership Services, Membership Director, or Head of Engagement. We are committed to ensuring everyone can thrive in their role. We can support eligible candidates and employees in applying for Access to Work, a government-funded scheme that provides practical and financial support for workplace adjustments. If you need any adjustments to support accessibilitywhether for the application process, alternative formats of documentation, or the interviewget in touch via the website. Webrecruit and Blind Veterans UK are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you want to lead our membership function as Head of Membership, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency. JBRP1_UKTJ

Design Manager: Head of Architecture Location: Remote | Hybrid/Flexible UK (travel to clients, project sites and office as required) Salary: Up to £90,000 (DOE) Sector: Defence / Government / Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) Security: Must be able to obtain UK SC clearance (DV desirable) The Opportunity We're looking for a Design Manager: Head of Architecture to lead and assure architectural design across a portfolio of secure and accredited infrastructure projects supporting Defence, Government and CNI clients. This is a senior leadership position, combining hands-on architectural oversight with team leadership, governance and strategic direction, driving design excellence and continuous improvement across the business. Reporting to the Head of Operational Delivery (Professional Services), you'll be the principal architectural authority-setting standards, embedding best practice and ensuring all designs are compliant, secure, resilient, commercially sound and deliverable. What you'll be doing • Lead the architectural function, setting design standards, governance, processes and best practice, • Provide strategic and technical leadership across all architectural design activities, • Manage the design process end-to-end (concept through handover) and assure quality, programme and cost, • Coordinate and lead multidisciplinary design teams (architects, engineers, consultants, specialist subcontractors), • Develop solutions that balance security, resilience, operational needs, budget and delivery constraints, • Lead client-facing design activity including workshops, consultations and presentations, • Support tenders, proposals and business development, providing technical leadership, • Ensure compliance with relevant UK building regulations, planning, H&S and environmental obligations, • Mentor and develop the team, supporting recruitment, capability growth and professional standards/chartership, • Manage design risks, assumptions and dependencies across the project lifecycle What we're looking for (Essential) • Significant experience in architectural design + design management within Defence, Government, CNI, secure environments, or similarly complex infrastructure sectors, • Proven leadership of multidisciplinary design teams and delivery of complex projects, • Strong knowledge of secure facility design, resilience and operational infrastructure, • Experience delivering across all RIBA Plan of Work stages, • Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations, planning processes and construction legislation, • Experience managing external consultants and design supply chains, • Leadership and people management capability with excellent stakeholder communication skills, • Commercial awareness-able to balance technical, operational and financial considerations, • Degree in Architecture (or related built environment discipline), • Chartered Architect (ARB/RIBA) or equivalent, • Full UK Driving Licence, • Ability to obtain and maintain SC clearance (DV desirable) Desirable • Delivery experience for MOD, Government Departments, Defence Primes, or CNI operators, • Knowledge of security accreditation processes and secure estate requirements, • BIM / digital design / Common Data Environments exposure, • Project management qualification (PRINCE2 / APM or equivalent), • Experience supporting bids/frameworks and business growth activity JBRP1_UKTJ