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Head of Product (EV Charging)Bicester | Hybrid Working (3 Days Office / 2 Days Remote)9-Day Fortnight£competitive + BenefitsHelp Shape the Future of Energy InfrastructureWe're looking for a commercially minded Head of Product to help drive the next stage of growth for an innovative technology business operating within the EV charging and energy storage sector.This is not a traditional product management role.We're looking for someone who understands the charging, energy storage or connected hardware landscape, can identify market opportunities, shape compelling propositions and influence business strategy. You'll help determine where the business invests, how it differentiates itself and how it creates long-term value for customers.Working closely with the founders and leadership team, you'll sit at the intersection of customer need, market opportunity, technology capability and commercial value.Success in this role will be measured not simply by products delivered, but by the impact those products have on growth, market position and competitive advantage.The RoleAs Head of Product, you will own product strategy, portfolio direction and roadmap execution across a suite of integrated hardware, software and service solutions.You'll be responsible for identifying the most valuable opportunities available to the business, understanding where the market is heading and ensuring product investments align with both customer needs and commercial objectives.A key focus will be supporting the next phase of growth, including the development of higher-power charging solutions, the evolution of increasingly software-defined products and expansion into new European markets.You'll bring a strong external perspective, maintaining a deep understanding of customers, competitors, industry developments and emerging technologies.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine and lead the product vision, strategy and roadmap.Identify market opportunities and future growth areas.Drive product differentiation and competitive positioning.Own portfolio decisions across hardware, software and service offerings.Support the development of next-generation higher-power charging products, including solutions for larger commercial vehicle applications.Help shape the transition towards increasingly software-defined products and services.Support European market expansion, including product compliance, certification and localisation requirements.Develop pricing, propositions and commercial business cases.Work closely with customers to understand current and future needs.Align Product, Engineering, Commercial and Operations teams around shared objectives.Translate strategy into clear product plans and delivery outcomes.Monitor market trends, competitors and emerging technologies.Contribute actively to wider business strategy and growth plans.What We're Looking ForExperience within EV charging, battery energy storage systems (BESS), energy technology, smart devices, connected products or related technology markets.Strong understanding of both hardware and software product development and how they combine to create customer value.Experience developing product strategy, propositions or commercial product plans.A proven ability to identify opportunities and turn them into business value.Strong commercial awareness, including pricing, market positioning and business case development.Customer-focused with a strong understanding of market dynamics and competitive landscapes.Knowledge of product compliance, certification or bringing products into new international markets would be advantageous.Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment where priorities evolve quickly.Able to balance strategic thinking with practical execution.The PersonYou'll be naturally curious, commercially astute and opportunity-focused.You won't wait for opportunities to appearyou'll actively seek them out. You'll be comfortable challenging assumptions, making decisions with imperfect information and creating momentum across the business.Most importantly, you'll understand where the charging, energy and connected technology markets are heading and be excited by the opportunity to help shape that future.Why Join?Play a key role in shaping the future direction of a growing business.Direct access to founders and strategic decision-making.Work on innovative products combining hardware, software and services.Hybrid working 3 days in the office, 2 days remote.9-day fortnight working pattern.Opportunity to make a visible impact in a high-growth environment.If you're passionate about the future of charging infrastructure, energy technology and connected products, and want the opportunity to influence both product and business strategy, we'd love to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ

Description Programme Name: LCST Location: Bicester Are you ready for your next career challenge?.. Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Operational Performance Assurance Lead to support the Head of Operational Performance in providing strategic assurance across operational performance, business rules, work-based instructions and contractual deliverables. This is a leadership role responsible for establishing and maintaining a robust performance assurance framework, providing confidence to senior leadership that operational delivery, contractual commitments and reporting obligations are being effectively managed and evidenced. A strong understanding of data, analytics and KPI reporting will be essential. You will use data to identify trends, test performance, challenge assumptions and provide clear insight to support decision-making at senior levels. Key Responsibilities: • Support the Head of Operational Performance in developing and maintaining a robust operational assurance framework., • Provide assurance that business rules and work-based instructions are clearly defined, understood and consistently applied., • Review operational processes and controls to identify gaps, risks, inconsistencies and opportunities for improvement., • Provide assurance over contractual deliverables, ensuring performance requirements are understood, measurable and supported by appropriate evidence., • Develop and maintain effective KPI and performance reporting, ensuring measures are accurate, meaningful and aligned to strategic and contractual requirements., • Analyse operational data to identify trends, exceptions, emerging risks and areas requiring management attention., • Challenge performance information where appropriate, testing the quality, completeness and integrity of underlying data., • Translate complex data and analytical findings into clear, concise insight for senior stakeholders., • Work collaboratively with operational teams to understand the causes behind performance results and ensure appropriate actions are identified., • Support the development of performance dashboards, management information and assurance reports., • Identify opportunities to improve data quality, reporting processes, business rules and performance measurement., • Provide evidence-based recommendations to support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement., • Maintain a strong understanding of contractual and operational requirements and ensure these are reflected in performance measures and assurance activity. What does Leidos need from me? • Experience working in operational performance, business assurance, contract performance, governance or a similar environment, • Strong experience of data analysis and KPI reporting, with the ability to interrogate data and identify meaningful insights, • Experience developing, managing or challenging performance measures and management information, • A strong understanding of how business rules, processes, work instructions and contractual requirements translate into measurable operational outcomes, • The confidence to challenge established practices and ask the right questions when performance or compliance does not provide sufficient assurance, • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong attention to detail, • The ability to interpret complex information and communicate it clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, • Experience working with data visualisation and reporting tools such as Power BI, Excel or equivalent, • The ability to build effective relationships across operational, commercial and senior leadership teams, • A proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and influence others without relying solely on formal authority Clearance Requirements: • BPSS pre-screening required to start, • SC required for the role Leidos UK! Join our team and discover a culture of collaboration, innovation, diversity, trust, caring management, communication transparency, work-life balance, and overall job satisfaction... What we do for you: At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes: • Contributory Pension Scheme, • Private Medical Insurance, • 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays), • Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme), • Flexible Working Scheme Commitment to Diversity: We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs. Who We Are: The _ for the UK Ministry of Defence is a critical effort to enhance and improve the UK’s defence supply chain. The programme provides essential services such as storage and distribution for the MOD's materiel, including a global freight service and the procurement and inventory management of 70,000 commodity NATO Stock Number (NSNs). Working together as Team Leidos we are helping to transform the UK's defence supply chain by providing an integration of a complex mixture of services, at low risk, using a modern suite of systems that will deliver one version of the truth. For the first time, the MOD will see the whole picture, as it is happening. What Makes Us Different: Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change. Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours. People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. £58,400.00-£74,900.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit _. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at _. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at _. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the _. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Manpower Recruitment are working with an established Restaurant in the Bicester area, Oxfordshire and are looking for an Commis Chef or Chef De Partie \n \n This role is a full time role, working 5/7 days, including weekends and evenings, so flexibility is needed. \n \n The role is paying £26000-£34000pa, depending on experience. (Plus Tips) \n \n *Please note that a driving licence would be needed, due to remote location \n \n Job Overview \n \n The Chef is responsible for running a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes in line with company standards. This role plays a key part in maintaining consistency, whilst contributing to the overall success of the kitchen operation. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n \n\n • Prepare, cook, and present dishes according to established recipes and standards.\n, • Take ownership of a designated section of the kitchen (e.g., grill, sauce, pastry), ensuring smooth service and consistent food quality.\n, • Maintain high levels of cleanliness, organisation, and food safety within your section.\n, • Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef in menu preparation, development, and daily kitchen operations.\n, • Monitor portion control and minimise food waste to support cost management.\n, • Ensure all food is stored, handled, and prepared in compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.\n, • Support stock control, including ordering, rotation, and inventory checks.\n, • Work efficiently during busy service periods, maintaining attention to detail under pressure.\n, • Step up to support other sections or senior chefs when required.\n\n \n Key Skills and Experience \n \n\n • Solid knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations.\n, • Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef ready to step up.\n, • Ability to manage a section independently during service.\n, • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.\n, • Good communication and teamwork skills.\n, • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.\n, • Passion for food, quality, and continuous improvement.\n\n \n Qualifications (Desirable) \n \n\n • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent).\n, • Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).\n, • Allergen awareness training.\n\n \n What We Offer \n \n\n • Training and development opportunities.\n, • Opportunities for career progression within the business.\n, • Supportive kitchen environment focused on quality and teamwork.\n\n \n If interested, please get in contact with a Manpower Representative.

Astute's Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit for a Plant Manager to join their modern Energy from Waste Power Station in Bicester, Oxfordshire.The vital Plant Manager role comes with a salary of c.£90,000 + £2,694 location allowance per annum + car allowance + bonus + private healthcare + other benefits.If you're a Plant Manager, or experienced Operations/Engineering Manager, and are looking to work for a leading organisation who invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today.Responsibilities and dutiesReporting to the Head of Operations, you will be responsible for: Ensuring the facility is operated efficiently and that all performance targets are met or exceeded.Managing the site O&M team & third-party contractors, ensuring the plant is run in a safe & efficient manner, in compliance with all internal & external standards & legislation.Oversee plant improvement opportunities to increase plant availability and reduce ongoing costs.Development of the O&M strategy on site, including the implementation and execution of planned / unplanned maintenance activity, outages and day to day operations.Managing HSE, Quality and Environmental systems in accordance with OHSAS 18001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.Managing the site's budgets and taking financial responsibility for the plant.Ensure that the businesses operating model is implemented across the facility.Tracking costs for capital project and outages.Managing and developing site personnel.Reporting on QEHS, Financial, Operations and Maintenance issues.Professional qualificationsWe are looking for someone with the following: Ideally qualified with a degree in a relevant engineering fieldWould be highly beneficial to have an IOSH or NEBOSH Health and Safety QualificationPersonal skills, prior experience and knowledgeThe Plant Manager role would suit someone who has: Prior senior management experience within a heavy process engineering environment such as Power (EfW, Biomass, CCGT, Coal, etc), Refineries, Petrochemicals, COMAH sites, etc.Excellent leadership skills with proven experience in successfully achieving plant KPI's.Familiar with Engineering standards and legislation such as PSSR, LOLER, PUWER etc.Budget/Commercial/Strategic experience.Salary and benefits of the Plant Manager role c.£90,000 basic salary£2,694 location allowance per annumBonusCar allowancePrivate healthcareOther excellent benefitsINDPOW#LI-AP1Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.TPBN1_UKTJ

Head of Quality As Head of Quality, you'll lead quality strategy across a highly regulated pharmaceutical and medical manufacturing operation, ensuring patient safety remains at the heart of everything whilst driving continuous improvement, operational excellence and business growth. BASIC SALARY: £90,000 - £100,000 BENEFITS: Bonus 25 days holiday pension Car allowance Healthcare LOCATION: North West COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Liverpool, Manchester, RELOCATION: We are fully prepared to relocate the right candidate, this role therefore as also been posted in Leeds, Cambridge, Oxford, Derby, Birmingham, Bristol and London Why read on: In this critical leadership role, you'll: ·Set the direction - shaping and delivering the quality strategy across multiple manufacturing and technical locations (2x UK, US and Far East). ·Lead from the front, be visible and present - developing and inspiring established quality teams whilst creating a culture of quality beyond compliance (4 direct c30 indirect reports). ·Influence the business - acting as a key member of the senior leadership team, helping shape operational and strategic decisions. ·Drive improvement - championing continuous improvement, modern quality systems and best practice across highly regulated environments. ·Protect what matters most - ensuring patient safety, regulatory compliance and world-class customer service remain central to every decision. Job Description Reporting to the UK Operations Director with a dotted line to the Business Unit Head, you'll have overall responsibility for the quality function across a complex manufacturing business supplying products into highly regulated pharmaceutical and medical markets. This is a genuine leadership role where you'll balance strategic planning with operational execution, working closely with manufacturing, engineering, technical, commercial and external regulatory stakeholders. You'll be responsible for developing quality capability, ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting commercial growth and creating a collaborative culture focused on excellence. Key Responsibilities: ·Lead all aspects of Quality across pharmaceutical, medical and industrial operations. ·Develop and implement quality strategies aligned to wider business objectives. ·Provide leadership to multi-site quality teams, developing talent and succession plans. ·Ensure GMP, regulatory (MHRA/EudraLex/FDA) and customer quality requirements are met or exceeded. ·Lead customer, regulatory and third-party audits and inspections. ·Maintain oversight of quality systems, change management, deviations, non-conformances and compliance activities. ·Drive a culture centred around quality, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. PERSON SPECIFICATION: You'll be joining a business at an exciting point in its growth journey. To be successful in your application, you'll be able to demonstrate: ·A degree qualification in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences or a related scientific discipline. ·Significant experience within pharmaceutical, excipient, API, medical device, specialty chemical or similarly regulated manufacturing environments. ·A strong understanding of GMP and pharmaceutical quality systems. ·Proven experience leading, developing and mentoring Quality professionals. ·Experience operating within complex manufacturing environments where safety, quality and compliance are critical. ·A track record of building high-performing teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives. ·Exposure to COMAH, process manufacturing, auditing and regulatory inspections would be highly advantageous. THE COMPANY: We are a globally recognised manufacturing business supplying products into critical healthcare and industrial markets. Our operation combines advanced manufacturing, technical innovation and regulatory excellence to support customers around the world. This is an opportunity to join the senior leadership team of a business investing heavily in growth, technology and people. You'll have the platform to influence strategy, develop capability and leave a lasting impact on both operational performance and patient outcomes. PROSPECTS: It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client. REF: MH18633 TPBN1_UKTJ

We’re hiring a Business Support & Planning Coordinator to join our team at Zeta Compliance Services, based in Bicester. You will be responsible for the effective planning, booking, and coordination of daily workloads for a team of technicians operating across multiple UK locations. Your role will ensure that resources are scheduled efficiently to support high-quality service delivery, meet commercial objectives, and satisfy operational requirements. Proactive scheduling of all client visits will be a key part of your role, requiring a forward-thinking, organised approach to ensure timely service delivery. This is a role that demands initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, service-driven environment. Your work ethic and willingness to learn is more important to us than experience so if you have great communications skills, are IT literate and enjoy a fast-paced working environment, feel free to apply. What you receive for joining us: We’re offering a competitive salary, depending on experience, along with a strong package designed to support you both in and out of work. You’ll have access to private healthcare, an employee assistance programme including a 24/7 mental health helpline, to support your wellbeing. You’ll work 37.75hrs per week (Mon-Thur 8.45am-5.00pm, Fri 8.45am-4.00pm) and benefit from annual leave that increases by 2 days every two years of service, plus bank holidays. Here’s a look at some of the things you’ll be doing: Plan, coordinate, and manage the daily workload of technicians across the UK, ensuring efficient allocation of internal and external resources based on location, skill set, and job requirements. Maintain accurate scheduling via the Labour Management System, proactively booking client visits in line with contractual deadlines and SLAs through both email and telephone communication Collaborate closely with Commercial, Operations, and senior leadership including the Head of Internal Operations and Head of Infield Service Delivery to ensure field activity aligns with divisional goals and business priorities. Regularly communicate to meet client expectations and escalate service or client issues promptly and appropriately Proactively manage client portals, review changes, and notify account managers as needed. Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts or capacity gaps to prevent service disruption. Provide responsive telephone and email support to field-based staff to ensure continuity of service Champion continuous business improvement, uphold company values as an internal and external ambassador, and comply with Health & Safety policies and safe working practices—reporting incidents or near misses in line with procedures and maintaining responsibility for safety within the work environment Can you show experience in some of these areas: Are you an organised, self-driven individual, and equipped with strong work ethic and time management skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team and perform well under pressure? Are you personable and communicative, with a clear understanding of when to escalate or communicate concerns appropriately, always maintaining professionalism? Demonstrates a strong sense of confidentiality and shows flexibility in working hours to meet both customer and business needs Experience in labour resourcing would be ideal Do you see yourself reflected in the description above? If so, we encourage you to submit your application today. Uncertain whether your skills align perfectly? Don't hesitate to apply regardless; we value candidates with diverse skill sets and will carefully consider all applicants. Introducing our organisation: Zeta Compliance Services is proud to be part of Complii, a leading organisation widely recognised for its commitment to providing unparalleled safety and regulatory compliance services. With specialised divisions focusing on Electrical, Fire, and Water services, we excel as an integrated provider. Trusted as compliance partners, we collaborate with clients in sectors such as Education, Health, Care Homes, Public Sector, Local Authority, Industry, Pharmaceutical, Hospitality, Leisure, Food & Beverage, Retail, and Media, to ensure risk reduction, safety improvement, and regulatory compliance

Lead with Heart. Bring the Energy. (Sous Chef) Up to £14.94 per hour (Depending on location) + Tronc & Perks Ready to step up and lead an incredible, like-minded kitchen team? At Prezzo, were looking for a high-energy Sous Chef who lives for the buzz of a busy service. This is your stage to bring your personality, inspire a team of passionate hospitality people, and have fun while delivering "Hospitality Magic." Why Join Prezzo Italian? The Big Perks: Free meals on shift, your birthday off, and 50% off food for you and your team. Get Paid Your Way: Access earned wages early via Wagestream. The Extras: Pension, life assurance, wellbeing support, and massive retail rewards. Level Up: Clear paths Chef Accreditation Programme earn bronze, silver or gold status (and extra pay + prizes) The Role You are the heartbeat of the kitchen operations. Youll partner with the Head Chef to set the pace, maintain elite standards, and keep the energy high. From mastering HACCP paperwork to coaching the next generation of chefs, youll ensure every plate is sent with pride and precision. What Youll Bring: Proven Leadership: Solid experience in a similar Sous Chef role within a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. Operational Edge: You know your way around stock control, waste reduction, and food safety compliance. High Energy: A "can-do" attitude that motivates the team when the tickets are flying. Passion & Personality: A love for great Italian food and a commitment to a fun, respectful team culture. Ready to bring the heat to a team that celebrates you? Apply now. TPBN1_UKCT