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Overview of the Company \n Pets Choice is an ever‑evolving FMCG branded pet products manufacturer and supplier. As one of the fastest‑growing producers in the pet‑care industry, we’re committed to elevating our large, diverse portfolio of trusted brands, including Webbox, Bob Martin, Felight, Vets Kitchen, Hownd and Meatiful. \n Our products range from food, treats, toys, accessories, and healthcare, giving us a uniquely broad presence across the pet‑care landscape. We manufacture and supply into a wide range of channels including Grocery, Discounter, Wholesale, eCommerce, Pet Specialist, and Export markets, ensuring our brands reach pet owners across the UK and beyond. \n \n Overview of the Role \n Reporting to the Head of Quality & NPD, the Supplier Partnerships Manager is responsible for building and managing strategic relationships with suppliers of key raw materials, including proteins, grains, vitamins, minerals, functional ingredients, additives and packaging materials alongside 3rd party manufacturers. This role ensures that our raw materials and outsourced finished goods meets the company’s nutritional, safety, regulatory and sustainability standards. \n \n The Supplier Partnerships Manager oversees supplier performance across quality, service and feed safety. They play a key role in long-term planning, new product development ingredient sourcing and risk mitigation. \n \n This position requires a strong understanding of the pet food industry’s regulatory environment, raw material markets and animal nutrition needs. The Supplier Partnerships Manager drives continuous improvement with suppliers, identifies opportunities for innovation and works in close collaboration with the Purchasing team to ensure the company maintains a competitive and resilient raw material supply chain whilst maintaining quality, nutritional and feed safety standards. \n \n Main Responsibilities \n\n • Develop and maintain long-term partnerships with raw material suppliers, including meat and poultry suppliers, agricultural producers, premix and blend manufacturers and specialty ingredient vendors\n, • Maintain regular communication with all raw material suppliers, including supplier visits, on-line meetings and supplier audits (based on risk assessment) to include producing detailed and concise contact reports after all meetings with clear documented action plans\n, • Conduct business reviews, performance evaluations and collaborative improvement initiatives\n, • Ensure alignment of supplier capabilities with production needs and product innovation goals\n, • Identify savings opportunities, alternative ingredient strategies and supply optimization whilst assessing quality, feed safety, nutritional and operational impact of changes\n, • Monitor and track supplier performance on quality, service, on-time delivery and feed safety metrics\n, • Work with suppliers to conduct root cause analysis of raw material quality issues and agree plans to prevent re-occurrences. Ensure non-conformances are closed out effectively and on-time\n, • Benchmark suppliers’ standards and identify opportunities to improve\n, • Partner with Quality, Nutritional and Feed Safety teams to ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory and internal safety standards. Enhance internal cross-functional working relationships to maintain high quality standards of the raw materials and products we purchase\n, • Manage corrective action plans and lead and conduct supplier audits when required\n, • Work with the Product Development team on ingredient qualification, formulation changes and sourcing for new product development\n, • Align on responsible sourcing and environmental initiatives\n, • Identify supply risks and work with the Product Development, Operations, Planning and Purchasing teams to develop mitigation strategies\n, • Work in partnership with the Planning team to identify production risks, manage non-conformances and implement effective changes to manage and mitigate disruptions to service\n, • Support crisis management during supply disruptions\n, • Maintain accurate and up-to-date approvals, supplier certifications, relevant specifications and supplier qualification, including audits, risk assessments and ongoing monitoring. Verify that suppliers provide required documentation such as COAs, SDS and feed safety certifications\n, • Identify opportunities to improve raw material specifications and supplier quality checks to enhance feed safety and quality\n, • Training and development of Pets Choice colleagues on raw material quality criteria, with regular feedback, supplier visits and coaching to improve performance and enhance the understanding of the raw materials we use and the supply chain as required\n, • Overall responsibility for planning raw material trials (trials will be performed and supported by members of the Technical team)\n, • Maintaining audit ready standards at all times, working to BRC requirements\n\n \n Skills, experience and qualifications required \n \n Essential \n\n • Must have excellent organisational and communication skills\n, • 5+ years of experience in procurement, supplier management, or supply chain, preferably in food, pet food or ingredients supply\n, • Strong knowledge of raw material categories relevant to pet food e.g., meat meals, fresh and frozen proteins, grains, functional additives, vitamins and minerals, fats, and oils\n, • Experience and expertise in various meat industry ways of working, animal anatomy, slaughter process, animal welfare and raw material handling\n, • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify trends or areas for improvement\n, • Ability to travel domestically and internationally to visit suppliers and manufacturing facilities. It is expected that this role requires travel 2-3 days per week\n, • Good IT skills including PowerPoint, Excel and Word\n, • Supplier auditing experience or lead auditor qualification\n, • Working collaboratively with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority\n, • Strategic thinker with attention to detail and execution focus\n, • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment\n, • Strong ethical judgment and commitment to food safety and quality\n\n \n Desirable \n\n • Experience in driving effective system and process changes\n, • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Food Science, Animal Science, Agribusiness, or a related field\n, • Understanding of pet food manufacturing would be advantageous\n, • Familiarity with pet food regulatory requirements\n, • Experience with sustainability or responsible sourcing programs\n, • Experience in new product development processes or R&D collaboration\n\n \n

Contract: Permanent \n Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum \n Working Hours: 09:00 – 17:30 \n Location: Blackburn, Lancashire \n \n Overview: \n \n Reporting in to the Supply Chain Manager, you will take ownership of purchasing activity across a range of categories. You will work closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure materials are available when required, suppliers are performing effectively and the business is achieving the best possible commercial value. This is a hands-on purchasing role with responsibility for supplier management, sourcing, negotiation, purchase orders and supply continuity. \n \n The Role: \n \n The successful Purchasing Lead candidate will: \n \n Purchasing & Supply \n\n • Manage purchasing activity across assigned categories.\n, • Raise and manage purchase orders and ensure orders are delivered on time.\n, • Monitor stock levels, supplier confirmations and delivery dates.\n, • Work with Operations and Supply Chain to ensure production requirements are met.\n, • Expedite or delay orders when demand or requirements change.\n, • Track supplier deliveries through to receipt.\n\n \n Supplier Management \n\n • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.\n, • Monitor supplier performance, including delivery, quality, responsiveness and pricing.\n, • Support supplier onboarding and maintain accurate supplier records.\n, • Conduct supplier performance reviews and support supplier improvement activity.\n, • Identify and manage supply chain risks.\n\n \n Sourcing & Cost Saving \n\n • Lead RFQs and tender processes for assigned categories.\n, • Source and evaluate new suppliers.\n, • Compare costs and negotiate pricing and commercial terms.\n, • Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve value.\n, • Monitor market conditions and supplier pricing.\n\n \n Reporting & Administration \n\n • Monitor purchasing spend against budgets.\n, • Track and report cost savings.\n, • Produce supplier and purchasing performance reports.\n, • Resolve purchase order, pricing, quantity and invoice queries.\n\n \n The Candidate: \n \n The successful Purchasing Lead candidate will have previous purchasing or procurement experience, ideally gained within manufacturing, FMCG or another fast-paced supply chain environment. \n \n You will ideally have: \n \n\n • Experience managing suppliers and purchasing activity.\n, • Experience with RFQs, tenders and supplier selection.\n, • Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing commercial relationships.\n, • Good understanding of purchase orders and procure-to-pay processes.\n, • Experience monitoring supplier performance and delivery.\n, • Strong Excel skills and experience using an ERP system, ideally SAP.\n, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.\n, • The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.\n, • A proactive approach to identifying and solving supply chain issues.\n\n \n A CIPS qualification or experience working towards CIPS would be desirable, but is not essential. \n \n What Success Looks Like: \n \n In this role, you will be successful when: \n \n\n • Materials are available when needed to support production.\n, • Suppliers consistently meet agreed delivery, quality and service requirements.\n, • Purchasing issues are identified and resolved quickly.\n, • Strong supplier relationships are maintained.\n, • Cost savings and commercial improvements are identified and delivered.\n, • Purchase orders, supplier information and purchasing records are accurate and up to date.\n, • Supply risks are identified early and effectively managed.\n\n \n Next Steps: \n \n To apply for this Purchasing Lead role, click apply or contact Ambrose Joharchi. \n \n About Your Recruitment Agency: \n \n Gregory Walker is a specialist food and drink manufacturing recruitment agency. We are on a mission to provide the most efficient, transparent and enjoyable recruitment service in the industry. \n \n Here is our most recent candidate recommendation: “Gregory Walker got in touch about a role on a Thursday and within 6 days everything was sorted, and I’d accepted the role. Easy to work with and great communication which is everything

Join Our Operations Controller Talent Pool - UK, Spain, Portugal and Greece \n \n We are currently recruiting now for Operations Controllers based in the UK. \n \n Please note Operations Controllers are fully office based and operate the following shift patterns: \n \n\n • 12-hour shifts: 7am–7pm / 7pm–7am\n, • 4 on / 4 off rotation\n, • Monthly rotation between days and nights\n\n \n As CMAC Group continues to grow and support an increasing number of clients across the airline, rail, corporate and emergency services sectors, we're proactively building a talent pool of talented Operations Controllers to support future hiring needs within one of the most critical areas of our business. \n \n Our Operations team works 24/7 to ensure people reach their destinations when travel plans are disrupted, coordinating transport and accommodation solutions at pace while delivering exceptional service to our customers. Due to the importance of this function and the specialist skills required, we are looking to connect with individuals who have the drive, resilience and customer focus needed to succeed in a fast-paced operational environment. \n \n By joining our talent pool, you'll be considered for upcoming Operations Controller opportunities as they arise and will be among the first candidates contacted when suitable vacancies become available. Opportunities may arise across our UK locations in Accrington and Nottingham, as well as our European operations in Barcelona, Portugal and Greece. Please note that Operations Controller positions are typically fully site-based and operate on a shift pattern, including evenings, weekends and public holidays, to support our 24/7 operation. Whether you're already working within transport, travel, logistics or customer operations, or you're seeking your next challenge in a dynamic and rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you. \n \n At CMAC Group, we don't just coordinate journeys, we solve problems, support people during times of disruption and help keep the world moving. If that sounds like something you'd like to be part of, register your interest today. \n \n About the Role \n \n This forward-facing role sits within the Operations team and reports directly to the Duty Manager. The position is responsible for delivering and monitoring transportation and accommodation requests on behalf of both internal and external customers. \n \n The role supports customers across the airline, rail, road transport and internal pre-planning sectors by coordinating transport and accommodation solutions, monitoring service delivery against agreed SLAs, and providing accurate, timely updates throughout the lifecycle of each booking. \n \n What Success Looks Like \n\n • Customer requests and bookings are recorded accurately and processed within agreed service level agreements.\n, • Transport and accommodation solutions are coordinated efficiently and delivered on time.\n, • Customers receive proactive, accurate updates regarding the progress of their requests.\n, • Supplier performance is effectively monitored and recorded against contractual SLAs.\n, • Operational issues and potential complaints are escalated promptly to the Customer Feedback team.\n, • Internal and external service standards are consistently achieved.\n\n \n Core Responsibilities \n\n • Accurately record customer requests and fulfil transportation and accommodation requirements in line with customer SLAs.\n, • Schedule, source and coordinate passenger transport and hotel accommodation through approved third-party suppliers using the company's bespoke database system.\n, • Monitor transport and accommodation services provided by internal and external suppliers through GPS tracking systems, system integrations and direct communication with suppliers and drivers.\n, • Track and record key transport milestones throughout the customer journey.\n, • Provide internal and external customers with accurate and timely updates relating to their bookings and requests.\n, • Identify and escalate potential customer complaints by notifying the Customer Feedback Department via email as soon as issues are identified.\n, • Respond to and action all email correspondence in accordance with company standards.\n, • Monitor and record supplier performance against agreed service level agreements.\n, • Ensure compliance with all internal and external SLAs.\n, • Carry out additional administrative and operational duties as required.\n\n \n About You \n \n You are highly organised, customer-focused and able to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment. You can manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. \n \n You are a strong communicator who can confidently liaise with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders, ensuring a professional and solutions-focused approach at all times. \n \n Your Expertise \n \n Essential \n\n • Excellent customer service skills.\n, • Strong administrative and organisational abilities.\n, • Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.\n, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.\n, • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.\n, • Competent IT skills, including database and email systems.\n, • Ability to work effectively within a team environment.\n, • Experience working to service level agreements and performance targets.\n\n \n Desirable \n\n • Experience within transport, travel, logistics or operational coordination.\n, • Experience using GPS tracking systems and booking platforms.\n, • Knowledge of airline, rail or passenger transport operations.\n, • Experience working in a 24/7 customer service or operational environment.\n\n \n About Us \n \n CMAC Group is a fast‑growing leader in global passenger transport and accommodation solutions - trusted by airlines, rail operators, major corporations and emergency breakdown providers to keep people moving safely and seamlessly, 24/7/365. \n \n Since 2007, we’ve built a powerful technology-led aggregation platform that connects clients to a vast, reliable global supply network, enabling us to move over 5 million passengers every year across the UK, Europe and beyond. \n \n Our portfolio of specialist brands include Suntransfers.com, CoachHireComparison.co.uk, Minicabit.com and CheckedSafe, which gives us unmatched capability to coordinate transport and accommodation at scale, even in the most complex or time critical situations. \n \n Backed by ComfortDelGro, one of the world’s leading mobility groups, CMAC Group continues to operate with the agility and innovation of an independent business whilst benefiting from the strength, stability and global reach of a major international parent company. \n \n You’ll be joining a team that thrives on solving real world challenges, shaping the future of mobility and delivering exceptional service when it matters most. If you’re driven, curious and excited by meaningful impact, you’ll feel right at home here. \n \n CMAC Group actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI). \n \n EDI is extremely important to us and we work hard to ensure that everyone connected with CMAC - whether employees, customers, Board Members, suppliers, or partners - has genuine and equal opportunities to participate in our organisation. \n \n We welcome and support people of all backgrounds and identities, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. \n \n Our aim is to create an environment where everyone’s rights, dignity, and individuality are respected. \n \n We value the unique contribution each person brings to our team and business, and we are committed to building an environment where everyone feels included and able to thrive. \n \n CMAC Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to ensuring fair, accessible, and equitable treatment for all applicants and employees.

Drivers required: HGV Class 1LOCATION: Walton Summit PrestonApply Now Join our team and start earning top rates in PrestonIf you are an HGV Class 1 Driver APPLY NOW - For more information, please contact our team on Newton Le Willows branch on 01925 947 970 orSHIFTS: DaysRATES: (HGV Class 1)Days : Monday to Friday Days £16.80 per hour (Holiday pay accrued) / £18.53 per hour (Holiday pay included)Saturday & Sunday Nights £17.50 per hour (Holiday pay accrued) / £19.61 per hour (Holiday pay included)DUTIES:Safely operate and drive HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) vehicles in accordance with road traffic laws and company procedures.Complete daily vehicle walkaround checks and report any defects or maintenance issues.Deliver and collect goods to and from customer sites in a timely and professional manner.Ensure all loads are secured correctly and transported safely.Complete delivery paperwork, PODs (Proof of Delivery), and electronic records accurately.Adhere to driver hours regulations, Working Time Directive requirements, and tachograph legislation.Plan routes efficiently to maximise productivity and meet delivery schedules.Maintain regular communication with transport planners and traffic offices regarding delivery progress and delays.Conduct trailer swaps, vehicle coupling and uncoupling procedures safely.Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at customer premises and company sites.Load and unload vehicles where required, using appropriate equipment and safe handling techniques.Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of vehicles and trailers.Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients and members of the public.Report accidents, incidents, delays, and vehicle defects promptly.Follow company policies relating to security, transport compliance, and operational procedures.Assist with depot operations and other transport-related duties when required.If you are a Professional HGV Class 1 Driver in the Preston area , click APPLY NOWBenefitsMonday to FridayDays ShiftsPension schemeCandidate portalManned 24/7 availabilityRequirements:Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licenceValid CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph CardGood knowledge of local road networksPhysically fit due to manual handling requirementsStrong communication and customer service skillsReliable, punctual, and professional attitudeAbout HG RecruitmentDecades of experience in the supply chain, HG has a strong well-established reputation. Offering great job opportunities withintransport & logistics. With a Nationwide footprint, our manned service is available 24/7, trusted to always match you with the right job. Click APPLY NOW & join ourwinning team.HG are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and will never charge a fee for our work finding solutions. Members of disability confident, should you require specialist assistance to support you in the application process our team of supportive operatives will always be on hand to support you one to one. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual harassment, as defined by theEquality Act 2010, and we take proactive steps to prevent it.HG Recruitment are proud to be champions against modern slavery and belong to Stronger Together.Visit: www.h-g-recruitment.comTPBN1_UKTJ

Job Description HGV Class 1 Driver | Bedford (MK43) | Full Time & Part Time | Any 5 from 7 | Weekend Working Essential | HG RecruitmentApply Now Join Our Team and Earn Premium Rates at ASDA Bedford DistributionHG Recruitment are recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers to support one of the UKs leading supermarket distribution operations based in Bedford.Location:ASDA Distribution CentreMarsh Leys Cottages, Farm Woburn Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK43 9ABPay Rates (Parity Rates Applicable to All Drivers Until the End of August)Shift Standard Overtime (45+ Hours) Bank HolidayDays (06:0014:00) £17.96/hr £24.88/hr £35.92/hrBack Shift (14:0022:00) £20.30/hr £27.22/hr £40.60/hrNights (22:0006:00) £21.66/hr £28.58/hr £43.32/hrWhy Join Us?Paid Breaks from Day OneMinimum 8-Hour Shift GuaranteeOvertime Paid After 45 HoursClass 2 Work Paid at Class 1 RatesFull-Time & Part-Time Opportunities AvailableEstimated Earnings45-hour week (Night Shift): Up to £975 per weekExpected annual earnings exceeding £50,000 (dependent on shift pattern and overtime)For more information or to apply, contact our Northampton Planning Team at or send an email toThe RoleJoin one of the UK's largest supermarket distribution operations with HG Recruitment. Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below. We are recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers for ongoing work delivering ambient and chilled products to ASDA stores.You'll primarily drive Class 1 vehicles, with occasional Class 2 work when required all paid at the full Class 1 rate.The RoleSupermarket store deliveries across the region.Ambient and chilled products.Class 1 store deliveries with trailer bay unloading.Occasional Class 2 deliveries to smaller stores, including cage deliveries and collections.Daily vehicle checks, electronic PODs and compliance with Driver Hours and Working Time regulations.Any 5 days from 7 with regular weekend work.Typical start times: 22:0003:00.BenefitsExcellent premium hourly pay.Parity pay rates available until the end of August.Paid breaks from Day One.Minimum 8-hour shift guarantee.Ongoing full-time and part-time opportunities.Pension scheme.Free training, CPC and driver development.Driver Portal and App with 24/7 support from HG Recruitment.Mentor and Mental Health First Aider support.RequirementsValid HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence.Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.Minimum 12 months' Class 1 driving experience.Willing to complete Class 2 work when required (paid at Class 1 rate).Maximum 6 penalty points (minor endorsements only).Good knowledge of Driver Hours and Working Time regulations.Reliable, professional and customer focused.Weekend availability is essential.About HG RecruitmentDecades of experience in the supply chain, HG has a strong well-established reputation. Offering great job opportunities withintransport & logistics. With a Nationwide footprint, our manned service is available 24/7, trusted to always match you with the right job. Click APPLY NOW & join ourwinning team.HG are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and will never charge a fee for our work finding solutions. xsngvjr Members of disability confident, should you require specialist assistance to support you in the application process our team of supportive operatives will always be on hand to support you one to one.We have a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual harassment, as defined by theEquality Act 2010, and we take proactive steps to prevent it.HG Recruitment are proud to be champions against modern slavery and belong to Stronger Together.Visit:

The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced Service Operations Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day management and delivery of service and maintenance activities at a major blue-chip customer site. This is a highly visible, customer-facing operational leadership role with responsibility for managing the site-based engineering team, coordinating maintenance and breakdown activity, driving machine availability and ensuring the customer receives an exceptional level of technical service and support. The successful candidate will provide the crucial link between the customer, the site engineering team and the wider service organisation. You will take ownership of operational priorities on site, ensuring engineers and resources are deployed effectively and that planned and reactive maintenance activities are managed professionally and efficiently. Strong technical engineering knowledge is essential. You will need the technical credibility to support experienced Service Engineers, understand complex CNC machine tool problems, participate in technical discussions and communicate confidently with the customer's engineering and operational teams. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day site service and maintenance operation, ensuring consistently high standards of delivery. Manage, motivate and develop the site-based engineering team, creating a culture of accountability and technical excellence. Plan and prioritise resources across planned maintenance, breakdowns and customer production requirements. Drive improvements in machine uptime, availability, response times, preventative maintenance completion and service quality. Coordinate complex breakdowns and technical issues, supporting engineers with fault finding, root-cause analysis and corrective actions. Act as the primary operational interface with the customer, leading service reviews, managing expectations and resolving escalations. Monitor service KPIs, engineering performance and outstanding actions, providing clear reporting and escalation to the Service Director. The Ideal Candidate Proven experience managing service, maintenance or engineering teams within CNC machine tools, capital equipment or advanced manufacturing. Strong operational leadership with experience managing engineers in a demanding, customer-facing environment. A solid technical engineering background with the credibility to support and challenge experienced engineers. Experience managing both planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown activity on complex production equipment. Strong customer-management skills with the confidence to engage with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations and senior customer stakeholders. Proven people-management capability, including coaching, development, performance management and accountability. A proactive, organised and decisive approach with strong communication, problem-solving and continuous-improvement skills. Preferred Background Previous experience as a Service Engineer, Senior Engineer, Team Leader, Service Manager or Maintenance Manager before progressing into operational leadership. Experience working for a machine tool builder, distributor or specialist service organisation. Strong exposure to sophisticated CNC machinery and high-value capital equipment. Experience managing engineers within a customer-site or field-service environment. Background within aerospace, automotive, defence, precision engineering or high-value manufacturing would be advantageous. Experience working with major blue-chip manufacturing customers. A track record of retaining strong technical knowledge while progressing into people and operational management. Why This Role? Leadership with technical involvement – Lead and develop an experienced engineering team while remaining close to sophisticated CNC machine tools, breakdowns and technical problem-solving. Genuine autonomy and ownership – Have real responsibility for site performance, engineering priorities, machine availability and the overall quality of service delivered. The opportunity to join a leader in their with premium high precision equipment Interested? Apply with an up-to-date CV outlining your experience with CNC machine tools, 5-axis milling, fault finding, service and maintenance

SP Electricity North West manages and invests in the power network that supplies electricity to the 2.4m homes and businesses across the North West. Our 2,400 colleagues manage the 13,000km of overhead lines, 44,000km of underground cables and thousands of electricity substations to keep power flowing and supporting green growth. We’re one of six distribution network operators in the UK and are regulated by Ofgem. We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference. Now part of the Iberdrola and ScottishPower group, we’re collectively building smarter, greener electricity networks that will get Britain growing by investing in a better future, quicker. A Fantastic Opportunity: Overhead Lines Trainer As an Overhead Lines Instructor, you will play a key role in developing the skills, knowledge and confidence of our people and contractor workforce. You will design, develop and deliver high-quality technical training and assessments for overhead line activities, including both live and dead working up to and including 33kV. Working with employees, apprentices and contractors, you will help create a safe and supportive learning environment where individuals can build their competence and perform their roles effectively. You will ensure training aligns with company policies, safety requirements, codes of practice and industry standards, helping to maintain the highest standards of safety and operational performance across the network. The role also involves providing practical coaching, trade testing, field-based assessments and technical expertise to support continuous improvement and the safe delivery of overhead line activities. What you'll be doing: • Design, develop, deliver and evaluate engaging training solutions that support the development of employees and contractors working across SP Electricity North West., • Assess and support individuals through trade testing and competence assessments, helping them prepare for authorisation and career progression opportunities., • Deliver a variety of technical and operational training programmes that meet business needs and support ongoing professional development., • Provide field-based coaching, mentoring and practical guidance to help colleagues build and maintain the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to perform their roles safely and effectively., • Carry out assurance activities, including internal audits of Live Line Rubber Glove Teams, helping to maintain high standards of safety and operational excellence., • Create, review and maintain training materials, presentations, learning resources and records, ensuring content remains accurate, relevant and aligned with current legislation, company policies and industry best practice., • Maintain accurate and comprehensive training and assessment records to support competence management and authorisation processes., • Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of authorisation frameworks, assessments and role requirements for overhead line operations., • Support the delivery of competence and authorisation processes through training, practical assessments, trade testing and professional recommendations., • Work closely with internal teams, manufacturers and suppliers as a key point of contact for overhead line personal protective equipment, climbing equipment and specialist tools., • Contribute to the development, review and implementation of policies, standards and guidance that support safe and effective overhead line operations., • Act as a trusted subject matter expert, providing technical advice, sharing best practice and supporting innovation and continuous improvement initiatives across the business., • Support investigations, learning reviews and improvement activities, helping the organisation identify opportunities to enhance safety, performance and operational effectiveness., • Deliver all training activities in line with SP Electricity North West health and safety requirements, ensuring appropriate risk assessments and control measures are in place to create a safe learning environment. What you'll need: To be successful in this role, you'll bring; • A minimum City & Guilds Level 2 qualification, or an equivalent recognised qualification., • Proven LV Live Line operational experience., • Strong knowledge of overhead line operations and safe working practices within a regulated environment., • A thorough understanding of operational safety rules, codes of practice and relevant legislation, including the Electricity at Work Regulations., • Experience of assessing competence through practical assessments, evaluations or trade testing., • The ability to coach, mentor and support the development of others, including employees, apprentices and contractors with varying levels of experience., • A proactive approach, strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality and professionalism., • A full UK driving licence. What we're offering: We value your expertise. In return, you’ll receive: • An annual bonus scheme, • Twenty-five days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Private healthcare, • An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands, • A market-leading contributory pension scheme, • Employee assistance programme and opportunity for professional development through our L&D function. At Electricity North West, our people important to us and we’re passionate about creating a great place to work where we can all be ourselves, reach our full potential and build long lasting careers. We’re striving to increase diversity of thought and talent in our people and to recruit highly skilled workforce that’s representative of the community Should you require any additional support with your application, or any adjustments please contact our Recruitment team. Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by Electricity North West. Due to nature of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and a Drug & Alcohol test. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable

Location: Blackburn, Lancashire Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + Package Job Type: Permanent Mechanical Estimator – Building Services MEP Technical Talent are working in partnership with a well-established Mechanical & Electrical contractor based in Blackburn to recruit an experienced Mechanical Estimator. Our client has built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors, including industrial, commercial, education, manufacturing, critical infrastructure and specialist engineering projects. They provide full design, installation and commissioning services, delivering projects from concept through to completion. Due to continued growth, they are looking to strengthen their pre-construction team with the appointment of an experienced Mechanical Estimator. The Role Working closely with the Pre-Construction and Operations teams, you'll be responsible for producing accurate and competitive mechanical estimates for a variety of building services projects. Responsibilities • Preparing detailed mechanical estimates from drawings and specifications., • Reviewing tender documentation and identifying project requirements., • Producing accurate take-offs and cost plans., • Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations., • Preparing competitive tender submissions., • Identifying value engineering opportunities., • Liaising with clients, consultants and internal delivery teams throughout the tender process., • Supporting handovers to the delivery teams following successful tenders. Requirements We're keen to speak with candidates who have: • Previous experience as a Mechanical Estimator within the Building Services / M&E sector., • Strong knowledge of commercial mechanical installations including HVAC, heating, ventilation, pipework and public health services., • Experience pricing projects across commercial and industrial environments., • Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications., • Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail., • Excellent communication and organisational skills. What's on Offer • £55,000 - £65,000 depending on experience., • Permanent position with a growing North West contractor., • Long-term career progression., • Supportive and collaborative working environment., • Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of technically interesting projects

Buyer / Procurement Specialist – Genuine Opportunity for Progression! Blackburn | £50,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits | Permanent | Fully Office Based Are you an experienced Buyer or Procurement Specialist with a strong commercial mindset? We are working exclusively with an established and growing award-winning manufacturing business based in Blackburn, who are looking to appoint a Buyer / Procurement Specialist to join their expanding Supply Chain team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong commercial purchasing and supplier negotiation experience to take ownership of purchasing activity and make a genuine impact on the business. Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will be responsible for securing the right products and materials at the right price, while identifying opportunities to reduce costs, improve supplier terms and deliver commercial value. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this is a hands-on role with no direct reports, offering genuine opportunity to develop and progress as the procurement function grows. Systems and IT-savvy candidates will excel in this role. The Role Commercial Purchasing & Procurement Managing purchasing activity across assigned product and material categories Negotiating pricing, payment terms, lead times and service levels Obtaining and analysing quotations, RFQs and tenders Identifying cost-saving and alternative sourcing opportunities Challenging supplier pricing and identifying opportunities to improve value Managing purchase orders from placement through to delivery Ensuring purchasing decisions balance cost, quality, availability and service Supplier Management Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships Negotiating with suppliers to achieve improved commercial terms Monitoring supplier performance across cost, quality and delivery Supporting supplier reviews and performance improvement initiatives Resolving supplier, pricing and delivery issues Developing long-term supplier partnerships Commercial & Process Improvement Reviewing supplier spend and identifying cost reduction opportunities Supporting procurement reporting and KPI tracking Using ERP systems and Excel to analyse purchasing data Identifying opportunities to improve purchasing processes Working closely with planning, production and operations to ensure requirements are met About You We are looking for a commercially driven purchasing professional who can demonstrate the ability to deliver tangible value through effective procurement. You will ideally have: Previous experience within buying, purchasing or procurement Manufacturing experience would be advantageous Proven supplier negotiation experience Experience negotiating pricing, terms and service levels A track record of identifying cost-saving opportunities Experience with RFQs, quotations or supplier selection Strong understanding of purchase order management Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills Experience using ERP systems and Microsoft Excel Strong communication and organisational skills The confidence to challenge suppliers and negotiate effectively A CIPS qualification or working towards one would be advantageous, although practical purchasing experience and commercial ability are equally valued. There is potential for the company to support CIPS qualification in the future. What's In It For You? £50,000 per annum 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays Genuine opportunity for progression CIPS qualification support Cycle to work scheme Employee product discount Birthday day off Company pension scheme Supportive working environment Free on-site parking Why Apply? This is a great opportunity for a Buyer or Procurement Specialist who wants to have a genuine commercial impact. You will have the opportunity to influence supplier pricing, negotiate improved terms, identify cost savings and improve purchasing processes within a successful and growing manufacturing business. This is not currently a management role, with no direct reports, so the focus is firmly on your commercial purchasing expertise and ability to deliver results. Role Details Location: Blackburn – Fully Office Based Salary: 50,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm Core Hours: 9:30am – 4:00pm with flexibility around start and finish times Contract: Permanent Reporting to: Supply Chain Manager Direct Reports: None Parking: Free on-site To Apply Please send your current CV, salary expectations and notice period to (url removed) or call me on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion