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Head of HSE - Group \n \n We are looking to recruit a Head of HSE. This is a opportunity for an established Senior EHS Manager who is ready to take on the next step in their career. Following our Director of EHS taking on a broader role within the business, this is a unique opportunity to progress your career. \n \n You will take the lead in managing day to day activities of the EHS department, supporting our regional construction teams and providing leadership to our EHS Managers and Advisors across our Group function. \n \n Working closely with our Director, you will implement the Group EHS strategy across 22 live construction sites, whilst taking ownership of the operational delivery, standards and continuous improvement of the function. \n \n The role: \n\n • Leading and managing day to day operation of the EHS department.\n, • Managing, developing and supporting EHS Managers and Advisors across both regions.\n, • Providing senior EHS support and guidance to our construction teams.\n, • Leading accident and incident investigations, including complex and serious incidents.\n, • Providing senior oversight of high risk activities across our developments.\n, • Developing, maintaining and implementing EHS policies, procedures and standards.\n, • Leading the Group EHS audit programme and ensuring effective follow up of findings.\n, • Managing the approved contractor process and contractor EHS standards.\n, • Preparing EHS reports and providing updates to senior leadership and the Board.\n, • Building strong relationships with the HSE, insurers and other external stakeholders.\n, • Supporting the Director of Risk, Quality & Governance in delivering group EHS strategy.\n, • Deputising for the Director on EHS matters when required.\n\n \n About you: \n This role would suit an experienced Senior EHS Manager who feels ready to take that next step. We are looking for someone who has the experience, credibility and leadership capability to step into the role and grow with it. \n\n • Around 8-10 years EHS experience, preferably within housebuilding, construction or similar environment.\n, • Experience managing and developing EHS professionals.\n, • Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and construction health and safety.\n, • Experience investigating accidents and serious incidents.\n, • Experience supporting construction teams with high risk activities.\n, • Confidence working with senior leaders and influencing at all levels.\n, • The ability to balance strategic objectives with the practical day to day demands of a busy construction business.\n, • A proactive, pragmatic and continuous improvement mindset.\n\n \n Qualifications: \n Essential \n\n • NEBOSH Diploma/NVQ 6 Occupational Safety & Health or equivalent.\n, • Chartered/Certified IOSH membership (CMIOSH or working towards)\n, • CISRS Scaffold inspection.\n\n Desirable \n\n • CITB Temporary Works Coordinator.\n, • Level 3 Education & Training or above.\n, • Appointed Person/Lifting Operations qualification.\n, • NEBOSH Environmental or equivalent.\n, • Level 5/7 Leadership & Management qualification.\n\n \n Why This Role? \n This isn't simply an opportunity to move into another Senior EHS position. \n It is an opportunity to step into your first Head of EHS role, take ownership of the day to day running of a Group function and develop your leadership career within an established housebuilding business. You will have full support from our Director while being given the autonomy and responsibility to lead the EHS team and influence how EHS is delivered across 22 live construction sites. \n \n We believe Harron Homes is a place for everyone, no matter where you come from, what you look like or how you identify. \n \n Please note due to the volume of applicants, if you have not heard from us within 14 days, please accept this as confirmation that we will not be progressing with your application further on this occasion

General Manager of Operations & Growth Coversure BYB Group Lead. Inspire. Build. \n At Coversure BYB Group, we believe exceptional businesses are built by exceptional people. \n Over the past three years we've proudly been recognised as Yorkshire Insurance Broker of the Year, but we're not interested in standing still. We're entering an exciting new chapter, with ambitious plans for growth, investment in our people and continued expansion. \n To help us achieve that vision, we're looking for an exceptional Head of Operations & Growth. \n This is not a traditional management role. \n It's an opportunity to become one of the key leaders within our business, working alongside the Directors to shape our future, develop our people and create an environment where both our clients and our team can thrive. \n If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely influence strategy, lead high-performing teams and leave a lasting legacy, we'd love to hear from you. \n \n About the Role \n Reporting directly to the Directors, you'll take ownership of the operational performance of the business, ensuring our people, processes and service standards continue to evolve as we grow. \n You'll be empowered to challenge existing ways of working, implement improvements, develop future leaders and drive a culture built around accountability, collaboration and exceptional client outcomes. \n This is a highly visible leadership position where your decisions will directly influence the future direction and success of the business. \n \n What You'll Be Responsible ForLeadership \n\n • Inspire, coach and develop a high-performing team across multiple locations.\n, • Create a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous improvement.\n, • Mentor future leaders and support succession planning.\n, • Foster an environment where people feel valued, supported and challenged to achieve their best.\n\n Operations \n\n • Lead the day-to-day operational performance of the business.\n, • Improve processes, systems and efficiencies to support continued growth.\n, • Ensure consistently high standards of client service across all departments.\n, • Monitor performance against business objectives, identifying opportunities for improvement.\n\n Growth \n\n • Work alongside the Directors to deliver the company's strategic growth plans.\n, • Support the recruitment, development and retention of exceptional people.\n, • Identify operational opportunities that improve profitability, scalability and client experience.\n, • Help shape the future structure of the business as we continue to expand.\n\n Commercial Performance \n\n • Understand the drivers of business performance and contribute towards achieving ambitious growth objectives.\n, • Use data and management information to support informed decision-making.\n, • Encourage a culture where commercial awareness and exceptional customer outcomes work hand in hand.\n\n About You \n You'll be an experienced leader who enjoys bringing out the very best in people. \n You're commercially minded, naturally collaborative and someone who enjoys finding better ways of doing things. \n You'll also bring: \n\n • Proven experience leading and developing successful teams.\n, • Strong operational and organisational skills.\n, • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.\n, • The confidence to make decisions and take ownership.\n, • A passion for continuous improvement.\n, • High levels of integrity, professionalism and emotional intelligence.\n, • A positive, proactive and solutions-focused mindset.\n\n Experience within commercial insurance or financial services would be advantageous, but we're equally interested in exceptional leaders from other professional service environments who can demonstrate transferable leadership, operational and commercial skills. \n \n Why Join Coversure BYB Group? \n Joining Coversure BYB Group means becoming part of an ambitious, independent business where your contribution will genuinely matter. \n We offer: \n\n • A senior leadership role with real influence.\n, • Direct access to the Directors and involvement in strategic decision-making.\n, • The opportunity to shape the future of an award-winning business.\n, • A collaborative, supportive and forward-thinking culture.\n, • Investment in your personal and professional development.\n, • The opportunity to build and develop your own team as the business grows.\n, • A competitive salary and performance-related rewards.\n\n Our Values \n We're looking for someone who shares our belief that success is built on: \n\n • Doing the right thing, every time.\n, • Putting clients first.\n, • Supporting and developing our people.\n, • Embracing innovation and continuous improvement.\n, • Working together to achieve exceptional results.\n\n Ready to Help Shape Our Future? \n If you're looking for more than just your next role—if you're looking for the opportunity to influence, inspire and build something truly special—we'd love to hear from you. \n Join us and help shape the next chapter of Coversure BYB Group.

We are looking to recruit an experienced Engineering Manage r to lead and develop the engineering and maintenance function at our manufacturing facility in Dewsbury.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering professional to join a well-established company, ensuring maximum plant reliability, driving continuous improvement, and leading a skilled maintenance team in a fast-paced production environment.Immediate start available (Subject to interview process)Salary circa is £50,000 to £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)Key ResponsibilitiesLead, manage and develop the site's engineering and maintenance team.Plan and oversee preventative and reactive maintenance activities to minimise downtime.Ensure all plant and equipment are maintained to the highest safety and operational standards.Manage engineering projects, plant improvements and equipment installations.Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, reliability and productivity.Manage engineering budgets and control maintenance expenditure.Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.Work closely with Production and Operations teams to maximise manufacturing performance.Manage external contractors and engineering service providers.Maintain accurate engineering documentation, maintenance records and KPIs.Support future investment projects and capital expenditure planning.Candidate RequirementsProven experience as an Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager or Senior Engineering Supervisor within a manufacturing environment.Strong mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge.Experience leading engineering and maintenance teams.Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems and continuous improvement techniques.Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.Experience managing engineering budgets and contractors.Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation.Excellent communication and leadership skills.HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering (preferred).Experience within heavy manufacturing, construction materials or similar industries would be advantageous.Dutton Recruitment are working as an Employment Business on behalf of our client.TPBN1_UKTJ

About the roleWe are seeking an experienced and commercially aware Cluster Technical Manager to build and lead a newly established Cluster Technical function within our Design & Innovation (D&I) team.This is a rare opportunity to shape a function from the ground up - defining how it operates, how it engages with customers, and how it delivers value across nine manufacturing sites.Reporting to the Retail D&I Manager, you will lead a team of four Cluster Technical Specialists providing customer-facing technical expertise, complaint prevention, technical intelligence, and continuous improvement support. Each Specialist is aligned to specific sites and works on a hybrid basis, so you will be leading a geographically dispersed team - connecting the cluster picture, driving consistency, and ensuring the function's preventative purpose is protected.This is a strategic leadership role combining technical excellence, customer engagement, data-driven decision-making, and people leadership. You will shape and deploy the cluster technical strategy while ensuring a proactive approach to technical risk, customer performance, and operational consistency.You will act as the key technical escalation point for significant, recurring, or cross-site issues, whilst maintaining clear ownership boundaries whereby site quality issues remain the responsibility of local Quality and Production teams.ResponsibilitiesTechnical Strategy & GovernanceDefine and deploy the cluster technical strategy, aligned to D&I, Quality and Packaging Division priorities.Own customer technical governance, establishing structured technical reviews with key customers that complement rather than duplicate existing Innovation and Quality processes.Own the escalation matrix and decision-rights framework, acting as escalation point for significant, recurring or cross-site technical issues.Own the function's KPI framework, monthly performance reviews and cluster-level trend reporting to D&I, Operations and Sales leadership.Leadership & Team DevelopmentLead, coach and develop four Cluster Technical Specialists across a geographically dispersed cluster; own resource planning, site and customer allocation, and workload balancing.Protect the team's proactive purpose - managing the balance of preventative versus reactive work so prevention is not crowded out by firefighting.Embed consistent structured problem-solving standards (8D, RCA) and build technical capability, succession and development plans.Customer & Stakeholder ManagementBuild strong relationships with customers, Cluster Director and MDs, Site General Managers, Site Quality Managers, Innovation and Sales leadership.Ensure clean, documented handoffs between the Technical team and site Quality and Production, with ownership boundaries respected and issue status visible to all parties.Own cluster-level technical relationships with external suppliers including forme makers, print plate and tooling suppliers.Champion the function internally so Sales, Innovation and site teams understand how and when to engage it.Insight, Improvement & ConsistencyAggregate cross-site and cross-customer trend analysis, converting recurring themes into structured prevention and improvement programmes.Ensure the team's involvement in the internal and customer trials programme is planned and prioritised, providing technical insight and data to support it; ownership of trial execution and product conformance remains with site Production and Quality teams. Ensure learnings are captured and deployed across sites.Drive the standardisation and product simplification agenda across the cluster, reducing unnecessary complexity.Ensure structured technical feedback loops into Design, Innovation and Quality strategy.SustainabilityChampion circular design principles and sustainable packaging solutions.Promote a right-first-time culture that reduces waste, rework and manufacturing inefficiency.About youEssentialExtensive experience (typically 8+ years) in corrugated or packaging manufacturing across production, quality, technical or design disciplines.Deep understanding of corrugated manufacturing processes, covering both corrugator and conversion.Proven leadership experience, ideally including geographically dispersed or field-based teams.Track record of delivering measurable performance improvement in customer-facing technical, quality or continuous improvement roles.Strong customer-facing and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior level in a matrix organisation.Experience using structured problem-solving tools such as 8D and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).Strong analytical skills and the ability to turn technical data into insight that drives decisions.Ability to manage multiple priorities across sites, customers and functions.DesirableDegree in Packaging Technology, Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing, Chemistry or a related discipline - or equivalent vocational experience.Six Sigma Green or Black Belt, or equivalent continuous improvement qualification.Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and BRCGS Packaging Materials and their application in a packaging environment.Experience in Technical, Quality, Design or Innovation roles within packaging.Understanding of print, tooling and packaging production technologies.Experience supporting product development, trials and material implementation.Familiarity with ERP, QMS and CRM systems.Knowledge of sustainability and circular economy principles.Location and travelLocation: Field-based, managing a team covering the cluster's nine UK sites - Devizes, Fordham, Louth, Belper, Featherstone, Burscough, Neath, Lockerbie and Livingston - and key customer locations. Travel is expected to be approximately 40-50% of your time, including overnight stays, with home-based working in between. You will hold a close working relationship with one cluster site, agreed on appointment.Hours: Monday to Friday, full time.Full UK driving licence require d. Given the geographic spread of the cluster, a central location would be advantageous, though we welcome applications from candidates across the UK who are comfortable with regular national travel.Our valuesWe are looking for someone who can demonstrate how our corporate values are applied in the workplace: Caring, Challenging, Trusted, Responsive and Tenacious.BenefitsCompetitive salaryPension scheme, life assurance and income protectionEmployee Assistance Programme25 days' holiday plus bank holidaysCycle to work schemeEmployee discountsAbout usWe are DS Smith. Together with International Paper, we are a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and other fibre-based products. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. We employ more than 65,000 colleagues in North America and Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), who are experts in innovation, manufacturing, design, sales, sustainability, supply chain, and much more. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Become part of a world-leading organisation and do your best work with us.Fair recruitment at DS SmithTo fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.Our people come from diverse backgrounds and bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.#LI-CETPBN1_UKTJ

Engineering Manager Location: Wakefield Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + a well rounded benefits package KO2 Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a well-established manufacturing business based in Wakefield in their search for an experienced Engineering Manager to join their senior team. The Role This is a hands-on leadership role at the heart of the business, responsible for leading, managing, and developing the Engineering function to deliver innovative, cost-effective, and high-quality engineering solutions that support their client's product development, manufacturing, and strategic objectives. You'll provide leadership across Engineering, Spray Painting, Automation, and Injection Moulding departments, ensuring resources are effectively integrated and optimised to achieve operational excellence. You'll continually review and develop departmental strategies, aligning them with the wider business, production, and sales objectives while driving continuous improvement, innovation, and performance. Key Responsibilities Take overall ownership of the Engineering, Spray Painting, Automated Production, and Injection Moulding departments, ensuring resources are used effectively to meet business objectives Manage day-to-day operations across the department, making sure work is safely planned, prioritised, and delivered in line with customer needs Plan and deliver engineering projects, product improvements, and new equipment or process introductions Champion continuous improvement across the department, driving efficiency, quality, and performance gains Keep engineering equipment, tools, machinery, and stock levels well maintained to ensure maximum reliability Line manage a team of 4 engineers, running regular 1-2-1s, performance reviews, and succession planning to build a strong, capable team Partner with Production, Planning, Purchasing, Technical, and Logistics to keep activities coordinated and business goals on track Assess current and future staffing, training, and resourcing needs, flagging requirements to senior management as needed Maintain compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards across all engineering activities Report regularly on engineering performance, quality metrics, project progress, and risk, with recommendations for senior leadership Represent Engineering at production, continuous improvement, and Health & Safety meetings, offering technical input where needed. What You'll Bring Essential: Experience in precision engineering and manufacturing Experience operating and programming CNC machinery Understanding of 2D/3D CAD modelling Proficient in press tooling, jigs, and fixture design and manufacture Strong understanding of engineering principles and best practices At least 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role within a manufacturing/logistics environment Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, tools, and equipment Proven ability to lead and manage a team, with excellent communication, motivational, and conflict-resolution skills Desirable: Experience with spray painting processes (gloss, K2) Extrusion saw operation and material preparation experience Professional engineering certification (e.g., CEng, IET membership) Experience and knowledge of injection moulding Knowledge of industry standards such as IPC-A-610, RoHS, and ISO 9001 Apply today with an up-to-date CV for this exciting new Engineer Manager role in Wakefield. TPBN1_UKTJ

Group Operations Director - The Venues Collection | Full-Time / Permanent Competitive salary + excellent benefits including company car, healthcare, wellbeing support, 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. About the role... The Group Operations Director is responsible for the overall operational leadership of the venues, ensuring sales, profitability and guest satisfaction are maximised through high-performing on-site teams. They will establish and maintain consistent standards across the portfolio, ensuring all venues operate in line with company policies, procedures, brand standards and legislative requirements, while supporting the wider objectives of The Venues Collection, Levy UK and Compass Group. A key part of the role is leading, coaching and developing teams to continually improve operational performance and enhance the guest experience. Working closely with the Group Head Chef, the Group Operations Director will also shape and evolve the food and beverage offering, ensuring seasonal menus reflect Levy's food philosophy while meeting the diverse needs of The Venues Collection's varied client base. We are Levy We are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet. Trusted by some of the worlds most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and Excel London we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations. Operations Director - The Role Operations and Standards: To be responsible for all group operational standards - setting the 'core' standards and documenting them to ensure everyone is aware. Also allowing the venues the opportunity to enhance the guest experience, within reason and as appropriate. To ensure all venues are operating to the required company and brand standards and to follow up on any issues identified, supporting the venues with drawing up actions plans accordingly. Introducing a measurement tool that shares results across all venues and departments. In conjunction with the Group Head Chef ensure the food offering is regularly reviewed in line with Levy's requirements, whilst geared to The Venues Collection different client requirements. Responsible for the beverage offering across the portfolio, that's in line with Levy's requirements, whilst geared to The Venues Collection different clients. In conjunction with the Group Estate Manager ensure there is a planned maintenance schedule for all venues that continually improves the guests experience, that is in line with budget expectations. Maintain high levels of guest satisfaction by overseeing the guest feedback processes and sending out monthly reports to the business, Maintain the hotel's operations and facilities, ensuring Company and Regulatory health and safety standards are upheld. Be present at 'key' events to ensure the venue delivers to expectations. People Management: Foster a positive, inclusive and collaborative work environment, focusing on employee motivation, engagement and fulfilment. Support the training and development of the Venue Regional Managers / General Managers, Ops Managers and HOD's, encouraging growth, promotion and succession planning. Provide strong strategic leadership to all direct reports. Maintain effective, regular one to ones and annual appraisal reviews. To be involved in in any recruitment and termination decisions at HOD level and above at all venues, supporting the interview process. Manage poor employee performance, conduct or absence in line with Company processes for direct reports. Hold monthly one to one meetings with the Group Head Chef and Group Estate Manager, setting clear objectives in line with the business needs. Attend each venue at least once a month, incorporating a catch up with the GM and senior team on site. Financial Performance: Support the Regional General Managers / General Managers to monitor and analyse the hotel's financial performance, including revenue and payroll costs. Support the venues to develop and execute their strategy and cost saving initiatives to achieve budget and profit targets. Participate in the monthly business review calls to review financial performance, guest satisfaction and compliance. Commercial: Work closely with the Regional General Managers / General Managers to develop and implement long and short-term strategies for the venue's growth, development and overall success. With a key focus on F&B sales. Attend the quarterly commercial reviews with the SLT, participating accordingly. From time to time, to participate in the venues forecast review / sales strategy meetings and provide guidance in terms of forecast accuracy and achieving budgets / profit targets. Identify opportunities for new services, partnerships, or market segments to enhance profitability. Stay informed about industry trends, competitors, and local market conditions to maintain a competitive edge. Ensure venues adopt all group initiatives to the required standard. Compliance & Safety: Ensure compliance with all Company and legislative regulations, including but not limited to; employment law, food safety, health and safety, liquor license and environmental health. In conjunction with the Group Estate Manager ensure venues adhere to all Compass requirements in terms of sustainability, ISAQAR and health and safety records. What we're looking for • Leadership & Team Management across multiple sites: Strong ability to lead and motivate a diverse team., • Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written with high levels of emotional intelligence., • Problem Solving: Quick and effective decision-making in high-pressure situations., • Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of hotel financial management and reporting., • Customer Service Focus: Passion for delivering high-quality guest experiences with a bias to F&B., • Attention to Detail: Ability to ensure that all aspects of the hotel's operations run smoothly., • Regional General Manager experience. Experience of a branded hotel environment and hotel opening are desirable, due to potential future contracts. What you'll get in return • Competitive salary with bonus, company car and full company benefits, • 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme, • Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Bupa Medical, • Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, • Family benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. 2 days additional leave after returning from maternity leave, day off for your babys first birthday, enhanced family leave, • Perks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships, • Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products, • Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoing training and structured career pathways, • Meals on duty included Why Join Us? Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the worlds largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality. We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive. Part of Compass Group UK&I, we are a grouping of seven easily accessible event spaces with hotel-like residential and leisure facilities, which all sit under the brand name The Venues Collection. Located across the UK, our venues all feature stylish and individual event spaces, including both contemporary and historic meeting areas. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations. Job Reference: com/0708/439500/52825490/SU #Venues Collection Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! JBRP1_UKTJ

Were looking for an experienced and commercially driven Product Manager to take ownership of one of the largest categories within our product management team: Print Hardware and EOS Supplies . This includes printers, scanners, ink, toner, wide-format paper, and our market-leading private label brands. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in the print industry, whether gained from a manufacturer, distributor, reseller or sales environment. Youll become the subject matter expert for the category, managing strategic relationships with leading brands including HP, Brother, Canon, Epson, Xerox, Lexmark and Kyocera . About the Role Reporting to the Category Manager, youll be responsible for developing and managing a commercially competitive product range across multiple sales channels, ensuring evo continues to deliver exceptional value, choice and profitability. The successful candidate will combine strong supplier relationship management with commercial acumen, negotiating profitable agreements and identifying opportunities to drive growth across the business. Key Responsibilities Manage supplier relationships with leading print manufacturers and distribution partners. Negotiate rebates, MDF agreements, annual targets and commercial terms. Develop and optimise product ranges across multiple sales channels. Analyse market trends, competitor activity and supplier performance. Forecast rebate and terms performance using sales and category data. Source and introduce new products and suppliers to support growth objectives. Launch new products and coordinate activities across purchasing, inventory, operations and marketing teams. Support tender opportunities through product sourcing and vendor negotiations. Ensure compliance with procurement, CSR and sustainability objectives. What Were Looking For Essential Strong negotiation and supplier management experience. Experience buying products from manufacturers and major international brands. Commercial awareness with the ability to analyse and present data effectively. Excellent organisation and project management skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment. Professional communication skills and the ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders. Desirable Knowledge of the Print and/or Supplies sector. Background in distribution, wholesale, retail or a related industry. Experience working with leading print brands and associated product categories.

Senior AI Operations Manager This role is primarily remote, with onsite attendance required 23 times per month in either Birmingham or London. We are recruiting a Senior AI Operations Manager to take ownership of the operational performance, reliability and continuous improvement of enterprise AI platforms. The role is looking for someone who can own AI platforms in production, including reliability, monitoring, incidents, SLAs, operational readiness and DevOps. Experience Needed • Strong experience operating AI, analytics or technology platforms in production., • Solid DevOps experience, including CI/CD, monitoring and incident management., • Understanding of AI/ML, including generative AI and model lifecycle management., • Experience with cloud platforms, APIs and enterprise architectures., • Microsoft AI experience, ideally Azure AI Foundry and Microsoft Co-pilot., • Knowledge of AI security, governance and responsible AI., • Experience leading or coordinating offshore/distributed teams., • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills., • Typically 5+ years' technology operations experience, with 2+ years in AI/advanced analytics or equivalent. If you're looking to join a forward-thinking organisation and make a meaningful impact, please send your CV for consideration. Etech Partners needs to collect and use your personal information when you apply for a role. We understand that you care about your privacy, and we take that seriously. Our Privacy Notice describes our policies and practices regarding collection and use of your personal data. By applying for this job you accept the Privacy Policy. JBRP1_UKTJ

great opportunity has arisen for an experienced shift manager to join an expanding manufacturing company. Job Description: Lead and oversee all site operations during your shift. Ensure production and operational targets are achieved safely and efficiently. Allocate resources and manage workforce deployment to maximise productivity. Monitor site KPIs and implement corrective actions where required. Ensure compliance with operating procedures, site standards and regulatory requirements. Act as the primary escalation point for operational issues. Champion a safety-first culture across the site. Ensure compliance with COMAH regulations and company procedures. Act as the Site Incident Controller (SIC) during emergency situations. Support risk assessments and permit-to-work activities. Drive proactive hazard identification and risk management. Lead, motivate and develop shift teams to achieve high performance. Conduct shift briefings and communicate operational priorities. Support training, competency development and succession planning. Manage attendance, conduct and performance matters where required. Build a culture of accountability, engagement and continuous improvement. Ensure products consistently meet required specifications. Maintain accurate operational records, logs and compliance documentation. Investigate quality issues and implement effective corrective actions. Support internal and external audits as required. Identify opportunities to improve safety, reliability and productivity. Investigate operational issues and implement sustainable solutions. Support Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives. Analyse shift performance data and recommend improvements. Liaise closely with engineering, maintenance and technical teams. Coordinate maintenance activities to minimise downtime. Deliver detailed and effective shift handovers. Communicate site performance and operational updates to senior management.Beneficial Skills / Qualifications: Minimum 5 years' experience in a supervisory, shift leadership or operations management position. Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental requirements within manufacturing environments. Excellent communication and decision-making skills. Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced operational setting. Strong understanding of manufacturing best practices and materials management systems. Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities. Experience working within a COMAH-regulated environment. Knowledge of batch and continuous chemical processing. Formal leadership or management qualifications. Continuous Improvement experience (Lean, Six Sigma or equivalent).Additional Details: Working Pattern Permanent position 4-on / 4-off rotating shift pattern Average 34.3 hours per weekAdditional Benefits Bonus Overtime available (not guaranteed) Monday-Friday: 1.5x rate Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays: 2x rate 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Long Service Holiday Award: 1 additional day every 5 years (up to 5 extra days) Company Pension Scheme: Death in Service Cover: 3x basic salary including shift allowance Group Income Protection: Two-thirds of salary including shift allowance

Machine Shop Supervisor | Wakefield | £40,000 - £45,000 + Company Bonus W Talent are proud to be partnering with a leading engineering and manufacturing business to recruit a CNC Machine Shop Supervisor to be located at the Wakefield operations. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation with a strong reputation for quality, innovation and delivering high-value engineered components across demanding industry sectors. The business has continued to invest in its manufacturing capabilities and is looking for an experienced CNC professional to lead and support a skilled machining team within a modern production environment. This role would suit an experienced CNC Operators, Team Leaders, Supervisors or Senior Machinist looking to take the next step in their career, offering the opportunity to have a real impact on production performance, team development and continuous improvement. The Role - Days Based Reporting into the Manufacturing Manager you will be based at the Wakefield site responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the CNC Machine Shop, ensuring production targets, quality standards and health & safety requirements are consistently achieved. You will lead a skilled team of CNC Machinists, Setters, Programmers and Apprentices, providing guidance, technical support and leadership across the department. Key responsibilities include: Leading, supporting and developing a team of CNC Machinists, Setters, Programmers and Apprentices. Coordinating daily workloads and ensuring production schedules are achieved. Supporting complex CNC machine setups, tooling, fixture alignment and programme prove-outs. Providing technical support with CNC controls, G-code edits and machining challenges. Maintaining high standards of health & safety across the shop floor. Identifying opportunities to improve productivity, processes and machining efficiency. Supporting the training and development of apprentices and junior members of the team.To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: A time-served apprenticeship (NVQ, ONC or equivalent) within Mechanical, Machining or a related discipline. Previous experience within a CNC machining environment, ideally with supervisory or team leadership responsibilities. Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes, machine setups, tooling and programming principles. Experience working within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment. The ability to lead by example and motivate a skilled technical team.Salary and Benefits: £40,000 - £45,000 salary. Overtime opportunities. Company bonus scheme. A stable and growing engineering business. Modern manufacturing environment with investment in people and technology. Excellent opportunity for career progression.This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation with a strong reputation located in Wakefield. The business has continued to invest in its manufacturing capabilities and this will continue

ontracts Manager – Bulk Earthworks / Remediation Location: Wakefield / Yorkshire Employment Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive salary + package Sector: Civil Engineering / Earthworks / Remediation Fulcrum Recruitment is working with an established and growing Yorkshire-based contractor that is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the delivery of bulk earthworks and remediation projects across the region and wider England. This is a permanent opportunity with a well-backed contractor delivering technically challenging schemes involving bulk earthworks, remediation, contaminated land, soil stabilisation and associated civil engineering works. The role will suit a commercially aware and operationally strong Contracts Manager who is confident managing multiple live sites, leading delivery teams and working closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and senior management. The Role As Contracts Manager, you will take cradle-to-grave responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple earthworks and remediation projects, from pre-start planning through to completion and handover. You will manage site teams, plant, subcontractors, suppliers, logistics, programme, commercial performance and client relationships, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required technical and quality standards. The role will also involve supporting work-winning activity, including tender input, methodology, programming, resourcing, risk review and commercial considerations. Project Types The contractor delivers a range of technically focused bulk earthworks, remediation and civil engineering projects. This can include contaminated land remediation, soil stabilisation, material management, cut and fill operations, enabling works and wider civils packages. Projects are delivered from a Yorkshire base, with regular travel across England, including Yorkshire, East to West regions and parts of the Northern Midlands. Key Responsibilities • Manage multiple bulk earthworks, remediation and civil engineering projects from pre-start through to completion and handover., • Lead project planning, resourcing, logistics, sequencing, progress reporting and issue resolution., • Take ownership of budgets, cost control, change management, forecasting and commercial reporting., • Work confidently with NEC and/or JCT contracts, including variations, compensation events and contractual processes., • Coordinate in-house teams, plant operators, subcontractors and suppliers across several live sites., • Ensure works are delivered safely, to specification, on programme and in line with company standards., • Oversee remediation, contaminated land, soil stabilisation, material movements, classification, testing, validation and project documentation., • Manage permits, RAMS, temporary works requirements, technical assurance and wider project governance., • Act as the main client-facing contact, chair or attend progress meetings and build strong long-term client relationships., • Support tendering and pre-construction activity, including methodology, programming, resourcing, risk and work-winning input. Candidate Requirements • Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, or similar senior operational role, within bulk earthworks, remediation or civil engineering., • Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, subcontractors, suppliers and contractual processes., • Working knowledge of NEC and/or JCT forms of contract., • Experience overseeing technically challenging earthworks, remediation, contaminated land, soil stabilisation or material management projects would be highly beneficial., • Confident leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills., • SMSTS, CSCS and full UK driving licence are required., • HNC, HND, degree or equivalent construction / civil engineering qualification would be advantageous., • Experience supporting tenders, pre-construction planning or work-winning activity would also be beneficial. The Opportunity This is a strong long-term opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager seeking a senior role with autonomy, responsibility and genuine scope to influence project delivery and future growth. You will be joining a growing contractor with a healthy pipeline of earthworks and remediation projects, offering the chance to take ownership of multiple live schemes while supporting senior leadership on operational delivery and work-winning. The role would suit someone who enjoys being close to the work, understands the realities of site delivery and can balance safety, programme, quality, commercial performance and client relationships effectively. Package The package is negotiable depending on experience and can be tailored for the right individual. Benefits include a competitive salary, company vehicle or car allowance, pension scheme, professional membership support where applicable and long-term progression within a growing business. For further information on this opportunity, please contact David Fletcher of Fulcrum Recruitment

Senior Tendering Engineer Location: Hybrid / or Remote (with occasional travel to Wakefield office) Employment Type: Full time Working Hours: (Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week) What’s in it for you… We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.?? 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays Group Personal Pension Plan Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications 24/7 access to a virtual GP??and Mental health support & counselling services?? Cycle to Work scheme?? Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more?!? Life assurance cover?? Long service recognition?? Enhanced Maternity Pay Paid volunteering opportunities in your community?? About the role… We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Tendering Engineer to join our growing Major Projects Division This is a key role responsible for leading the tendering process for a diverse range of high-value electrical infrastructure projects. You will play an integral part in delivering commercially competitive, technically compliant tenders while supporting the continued growth of our Major Projects business. Typical projects include: DNO contestable works (11kV–33kV) Renewable energy Balance of Plant works (DC/LV up to 33kV) Access works for 66kV–132kV projects As a Senior Tendering Engineer you will Prepare and manage multiple tenders, ensuring they are delivered safely, accurately, on time, and within budget. Ensure all work complies with Ipsum Power Ltd standards, policies, procedures, and customer requirements. Produce accurate cost estimates, quotations, and commercial submissions for major projects. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including HASAWA, NRSWA, COSHH, and other applicable regulations. Identify commercial opportunities and communicate these to Directors and Senior Managers where appropriate. Produce front-end programmes for selected tenders using Microsoft Project or equivalent project management software. Review completed projects to evaluate financial performance and delivery outcomes, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. Liaise regularly with your Line Manager to manage tender priorities and critical deadlines. Produce comprehensive project handover packs and participate in formal handover meetings with Project Managers. Work collaboratively with the Major Projects team to ensure the safe, effective, and efficient delivery of operations. Share technical expertise, mentor colleagues, and contribute to the wider team's development. About You A Degree, HNC, or HND in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. Previous experience in a Senior Tendering, Estimating, or Pre-Construction Engineering role within the electrical utilities or power sector. Experience producing project programmes using Microsoft Project. Working knowledge of CAD software to produce site layouts. A detailed understanding of current HV electrical jointing techniques. Strong knowledge of HV electrical infrastructure, including 11kV–132kV projects. Up-to-date knowledge of current legislation, statutory requirements, and industry best practice. Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation, risk assessments, and safe systems of work. Excellent commercial awareness with strong costing and estimating experience. Experience working within a fast-paced, customer-focused, multi-disciplinary organisation What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Career progression and development opportunities Ongoing technical and professional training Opportunity to work on major UK power infrastructure and renewable energy projects Supportive and collaborative working environment If you're an experienced Tendering Engineer looking to take the next step in your career and work on exciting, high-profile power projects, we'd love to hear from you. Our commitment to Equal Opportunities... We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.? Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR.? Next steps... If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info

Head of Health and Safety Manager - Logistics – Wakefield, Yorkshire - £70,000 - £85,000 + Benefits Package Principal People are excited to be working exclusively with a growing organisation who are looking to appoint a Head of HSE. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Health, Safety and Environmental professional to take ownership of a multi-site role, driving both cultural change and continuous improvement across multiple locations. The successful candidate will join a market leading business that is growing steadily and places health, safety and environmental at the heart of its operations. This is an on-site, operationally focused role with the opportunity to influence senior stakeholders. The key duties include: Developing and implementing the HSE, Facilities and Security strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, legislation and company values. Providing expert advice and guidance to Senior Leaders on all HSE, Facilities and Security matters while driving a positive safety culture across multiple sites. Leading the development and maintenance of HSE policies, procedures and management systems, ensuring effective risk assessment, COSHH, SSOW and permit-to-work processes. Overseeing accident and near-miss investigations, audits, regulatory visits and corrective actions, ensuring robust root cause analysis and continual improvement. Leading Facilities Management across multiple locations, including preventative maintenance, statutory inspections, building infrastructure and equipment compliance. Managing contractors and suppliers, ensuring appropriate risk assessments, permits, compliance registers and performance management processes are in place. Developing and implementing the organisation's security strategy, including security risk assessments, access control, CCTV, incident response and site security procedures. Leading, coaching and developing the HSE, Facilities and Security teams, building capability through mentoring, training and succession planning. Why should you apply for the role? An opportunity to take ownership of HSE, Facilities and Security across a multi-site operational business. A highly influential senior leadership position with direct exposure to Senior Leaders. The opportunity to shape and implement the organisation's HSE strategy and safety culture. Lead and develop an established team while building capability across the wider business. Excellent opportunity for long-term career progression within a growing organisation We would love to see CVs from people who have A Level 6 Health and Safety qualification such as the NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent. Significant Health and Safety experience within a logistics, distribution, FMCG, manufacturing or warehouse-based retail environment. Proven experience operating within a multi-site operational environment. Previous management experience, with a track record of recently leading, coaching and developing people. Strong knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, risk management, audits and HSE management systems. Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate across multiple sites. Why should you apply for the role? Opportunity to lead HSE with great scope across the business The opportunity to step into a Head of Health and Safety position in the years to come High levels of autonomy to make positive change, backed by engaged senior leadership A varied role covering multiple sites, each with challenges A chance to make a real difference within the company A wide variation within the company’s risk profile We would love to see CVs from people who have NEBOSH Diploma certificate Experience within a higher risk industry sector such as Manufacturing, Logistics, Waste and Recycling, Engineering etc. Experience within an operational safety environment Someone who has managed a team in a health and safety setting Someone who’s collaborative who can communicate well, is personable with drive and resilience

Engineering Manager Location: Wakefield Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + a well rounded benefits package KO2 Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a well-established manufacturing business based in Wakefield in their search for an experienced Engineering Manager to join their senior team. The Role This is a hands-on leadership role at the heart of the business, responsible for leading, managing, and developing the Engineering function to deliver innovative, cost-effective, and high-quality engineering solutions that support their client's product development, manufacturing, and strategic objectives. You'll provide leadership across Engineering, Spray Painting, Automation, and Injection Moulding departments, ensuring resources are effectively integrated and optimised to achieve operational excellence. You'll continually review and develop departmental strategies, aligning them with the wider business, production, and sales objectives while driving continuous improvement, innovation, and performance. Key Responsibilities Take overall ownership of the Engineering, Spray Painting, Automated Production, and Injection Moulding departments, ensuring resources are used effectively to meet business objectives Manage day-to-day operations across the department, making sure work is safely planned, prioritised, and delivered in line with customer needs Plan and deliver engineering projects, product improvements, and new equipment or process introductions Champion continuous improvement across the department, driving efficiency, quality, and performance gains Keep engineering equipment, tools, machinery, and stock levels well maintained to ensure maximum reliability Line manage a team of 4 engineers, running regular 1-2-1s, performance reviews, and succession planning to build a strong, capable team Partner with Production, Planning, Purchasing, Technical, and Logistics to keep activities coordinated and business goals on track Assess current and future staffing, training, and resourcing needs, flagging requirements to senior management as needed Maintain compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards across all engineering activities Report regularly on engineering performance, quality metrics, project progress, and risk, with recommendations for senior leadership Represent Engineering at production, continuous improvement, and Health & Safety meetings, offering technical input where needed.What You'll Bring Essential: Experience in precision engineering and manufacturing Experience operating and programming CNC machinery Understanding of 2D/3D CAD modelling Proficient in press tooling, jigs, and fixture design and manufacture Strong understanding of engineering principles and best practices At least 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role within a manufacturing/logistics environment Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, tools, and equipment Proven ability to lead and manage a team, with excellent communication, motivational, and conflict-resolution skillsDesirable: Experience with spray painting processes (gloss, K2) Extrusion saw operation and material preparation experience Professional engineering certification (e.g., CEng, IET membership) Experience and knowledge of injection moulding Knowledge of industry standards such as IPC-A-610, RoHS, and ISO 9001Apply today with an up-to-date CV for this exciting new Engineer Manager role in Wakefield

Production Manager Wakefield, WF2 £52,000 Per Annum plus benefits Monday to Thursday, 08:00am to 16:00pm with a 30 Minute lunch. Friday 08:00am 13:30pm. Concept Recruitment are delighted to be working with our Wakefield based client to recruit an experienced Production Manager on a full-time permanent basis. Key Responsibilities include but not limited to: ·Manage the day-to-day operations of the fabrication and manufacturing workshop, ensuring production targets, quality standards and delivery deadlines are achieved. ·Plan and schedule production activities to maximise efficiency, machine utilisation and labour resources. ·Lead, motivate and develop the production team, promoting high standards of workmanship, accountability and teamwork. ·Oversee the operation of CNC fibre laser cutting machine, press brake, welding equipment and general fabrication machinery, ensuring they are operated safely and efficiently whilst also operating the laser, press brake and fabrication equipment alongside other operatives whilst the production facility grows and develops. ·Ensure all machinery is correctly maintained, serviced and calibrated, coordinating preventative maintenance to minimise downtime. ·Monitor production performance, identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements to increase productivity, reduce waste and improve quality. ·Ensure fabricated components are manufactured to engineering drawings, specifications and company quality standards. ·Manage material flow throughout the workshop, ensuring raw materials, bought-out items and finished products are available when required. ·Work closely with Engineering, Purchasing and Contracts teams to ensure projects progress smoothly from design through manufacture to installation. ·Develop and improve workshop processes, layouts and manufacturing methods to support business growth. ·Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety legislation, PUWER requirements, COSHH requirements and company procedures. ·Prepare production reports, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and report manufacturing performance to senior management. ·Drive a culture of continuous improvement using Lean manufacturing principles where appropriate. Required Qualifications and Experience ·Proven experience as a Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager or Workshop Manager role within a fabrication or engineering environment. ·Strong knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, welding and manufacturing processes. ·Experience managing CNC fibre laser cutting machines and CNC press brakes. ·Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. ·Strong leadership, planning and organisational skills. ·Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation including PUWER, LOLER and COSHH. ·Experience managing production planning, resource allocation and manufacturing schedules. ·Forklift truck and overhead crane experience would be advantageous. ·Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. If you are an experienced Production Manager and looking for your next move, click “Apply” now and a member of the team will be in touch. Concept Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this role