Do you want to make a real difference in facilities management? A leading company in the FM industry is looking for a Total Facilities Manager to oversee operations in Durham. This role offers the chance to drive excellence in service delivery and engage with a diverse range of stakeholders. The Role As the Total Facilities Manager, you ll: • Manage planned and reactive maintenance while overseeing both hard and soft FM services. • Lead site teams to ensure safe and compliant service delivery that meets high standards. • Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders while serving as the main point of contact. • Monitor KPIs and SLAs ensuring adherence to budgets while focusing on performance. • Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and keep accurate statutory records. You To be successful in the role of Total Facilities Manager, you ll bring: • A minimum of 3 years of experience managing integrated FM services, ideally in a public sector environment. • Strong knowledge of hard and soft FM operations and service delivery. • Proven leadership skills with an ability to manage and develop teams effectively. • Commercial acumen with a solid background in budget management. • IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent certification is preferred. What's in it for you? The company is recognised for its commitment to excellence in facilities management, providing innovative solutions and consistently high-quality services. It values safety compliance and fosters a collaborative environment among its teams. With a focus on continuous improvement, the organisation encourages its staff to identify cost-saving measures and revenue opportunities. Apply Now! To apply for the position of Total Facilities Manager, click Apply Now and send your CV to Joel Powney. Interviews are taking place now - don't miss this opportunity to join a dynamic team.
Feb 27, 2026
Contractor
Do you want to make a real difference in facilities management? A leading company in the FM industry is looking for a Total Facilities Manager to oversee operations in Durham. This role offers the chance to drive excellence in service delivery and engage with a diverse range of stakeholders. The Role As the Total Facilities Manager, you ll: • Manage planned and reactive maintenance while overseeing both hard and soft FM services. • Lead site teams to ensure safe and compliant service delivery that meets high standards. • Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders while serving as the main point of contact. • Monitor KPIs and SLAs ensuring adherence to budgets while focusing on performance. • Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and keep accurate statutory records. You To be successful in the role of Total Facilities Manager, you ll bring: • A minimum of 3 years of experience managing integrated FM services, ideally in a public sector environment. • Strong knowledge of hard and soft FM operations and service delivery. • Proven leadership skills with an ability to manage and develop teams effectively. • Commercial acumen with a solid background in budget management. • IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent certification is preferred. What's in it for you? The company is recognised for its commitment to excellence in facilities management, providing innovative solutions and consistently high-quality services. It values safety compliance and fosters a collaborative environment among its teams. With a focus on continuous improvement, the organisation encourages its staff to identify cost-saving measures and revenue opportunities. Apply Now! To apply for the position of Total Facilities Manager, click Apply Now and send your CV to Joel Powney. Interviews are taking place now - don't miss this opportunity to join a dynamic team.
Your new company Reporting to the Head of Estates, you will play a key leadership role in safeguarding the health, safety and wellbeing of all building users across the estate. You will be responsible for the effective delivery of reactive maintenance and statutory compliance activities, ensuring all works are completed to the highest standards and within required timeframes. You will also oversee the timely production and accuracy of maintenance reports, and ensure that all Planned Preventative Maintenance is scheduled, monitored and delivered in line with organisational, legal and industry requirements. Through proactive management and a strong focus on service quality, you will help maintain safe, secure and well-maintained environments across all sites. You will be based in Liverpool, managing a team of 5 staff and a portfolio of 22 buildings across the wider Liverpool region. Your new role -Ensure statutory compliance and Health & Safety standards. Maintain safe systems of work, oversee compliance with CDM 2015 regulations, and act as the responsible person for statutory schemes (e.g. asbestos, legionella).-Manage estate maintenance and repairs. Oversee planned and reactive maintenance programs, ensuring quality standards, timely delivery, and adherence to financial regulations.-Coordinate contractors and Facilities Management partners. Manage external contractors and Facilities Management partners, monitor performance against SLAs, and ensure safe execution of works.-Monitor building condition and infrastructure. Maintain accurate estate drawings and condition records, oversee inspections of building fabric and mechanical and electrical systems, and safeguard environmental standards for collections.-Lead compliance reporting and documentation Produce reports on maintenance progress, statutory compliance, and energy consumption, in line with government requirements.-Support capital projects and estate development. Contribute to design, delivery, and handover of major projects, advise on building extensions and conversions, and participate in a Soft Landings approach.-Manage budgets and resource allocation Control allocates budgets for repairs and maintenance, distribute work within the team, and ensure efficient use of resources.-Provide leadership and customer-focused service Oversee Estates help desk operations, participate in performance reviews, and ensure team training in Health & Safety and project management. What you'll need to succeed - You will have good hard services experience.- Good compliance experience and knowledge- Ideally plant room experience- Good leadership and management experience- Able to manage mufti sites- It would be advantageous if you have worked on listed buildings or in conservation What you'll get in return - £43000 salary- 38 days holiday including bank holidays- 35 hour week-Civil Service Pension Scheme-35% staff discount in all Cafés-25% staff discount in all Shops-Employee Assistance Programme-Employee Benefits Portal: High Street discounts, retailer discounts, locally negotiated discounts, Cycle to Work Scheme, Travel Loan Scheme, Eyecare Scheme, Smart Pay Scheme What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Your new company Reporting to the Head of Estates, you will play a key leadership role in safeguarding the health, safety and wellbeing of all building users across the estate. You will be responsible for the effective delivery of reactive maintenance and statutory compliance activities, ensuring all works are completed to the highest standards and within required timeframes. You will also oversee the timely production and accuracy of maintenance reports, and ensure that all Planned Preventative Maintenance is scheduled, monitored and delivered in line with organisational, legal and industry requirements. Through proactive management and a strong focus on service quality, you will help maintain safe, secure and well-maintained environments across all sites. You will be based in Liverpool, managing a team of 5 staff and a portfolio of 22 buildings across the wider Liverpool region. Your new role -Ensure statutory compliance and Health & Safety standards. Maintain safe systems of work, oversee compliance with CDM 2015 regulations, and act as the responsible person for statutory schemes (e.g. asbestos, legionella).-Manage estate maintenance and repairs. Oversee planned and reactive maintenance programs, ensuring quality standards, timely delivery, and adherence to financial regulations.-Coordinate contractors and Facilities Management partners. Manage external contractors and Facilities Management partners, monitor performance against SLAs, and ensure safe execution of works.-Monitor building condition and infrastructure. Maintain accurate estate drawings and condition records, oversee inspections of building fabric and mechanical and electrical systems, and safeguard environmental standards for collections.-Lead compliance reporting and documentation Produce reports on maintenance progress, statutory compliance, and energy consumption, in line with government requirements.-Support capital projects and estate development. Contribute to design, delivery, and handover of major projects, advise on building extensions and conversions, and participate in a Soft Landings approach.-Manage budgets and resource allocation Control allocates budgets for repairs and maintenance, distribute work within the team, and ensure efficient use of resources.-Provide leadership and customer-focused service Oversee Estates help desk operations, participate in performance reviews, and ensure team training in Health & Safety and project management. What you'll need to succeed - You will have good hard services experience.- Good compliance experience and knowledge- Ideally plant room experience- Good leadership and management experience- Able to manage mufti sites- It would be advantageous if you have worked on listed buildings or in conservation What you'll get in return - £43000 salary- 38 days holiday including bank holidays- 35 hour week-Civil Service Pension Scheme-35% staff discount in all Cafés-25% staff discount in all Shops-Employee Assistance Programme-Employee Benefits Portal: High Street discounts, retailer discounts, locally negotiated discounts, Cycle to Work Scheme, Travel Loan Scheme, Eyecare Scheme, Smart Pay Scheme What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
£55,000 to £60,000 per year, Car Allowance, Bonus, Pension, Holidays Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full time Disability Confident: Yes Closing Date: 22/02/2026 About this job Customer Success Manager Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 Benefits: Car Allowance, Bonus, Pension, Holidays, Many More Benefits Location: Field-based The Role We are looking for an experienced Customer Success Manager to lead the compliance, quality assurance and performance of a key client contract. You will ensure all contractual obligations are met, budgets are effectively managed, and service excellence is consistently delivered. A key part of the role will be overseeing the delivery of planned Headlease Inspections across the Arch Co account, while working closely with the client and internal stakeholders to drive continuous improvement, commercial value and long-term partnership success. Key Responsibilities Support the Account Director in delivering strategic objectives and business plan outcomes Identify and mobilise opportunities for organic growth within the contract Review KPI performance, providing insight and mitigation where required Embed performance reporting into business-as-usual activity Manage and review P&L budget lines, controlling costs and minimising financial risk Ensure full compliance with contractual and commercial terms Manage variations, including add/remove service requests Work with finance partners to develop accurate forecasting and financial models Identify and eliminate unnecessary costs and inefficient activity Line manage site inspectors to ensure headlease inspections are delivered on time and to standard Build strong, long-term relationships with client stakeholders Lead regular client meetings, ensuring value for money and service excellence Drive a culture of continuous improvement across the facilities function Coach, develop and motivate team members through change and growth Provide strong leadership to ensure quality, safety and performance standards are consistently met Requirements Qualifications (Essential): Recognised qualification in Facilities Management, Customer Service or Management (Level 5 or above) Desirable: Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. IWFM, RICS or engineering institution) Relevant Health & Safety qualification Experience & Knowledge Proven experience in a similar senior, client-facing role Track record of managing multi-site commercial operations or facilities maintenance Experience managing senior stakeholders and high-profile clients Strong leadership experience with operational and field-based teams Demonstrated success in continuous improvement and performance optimisation Strong understanding of hard and soft FM services and contractor management Solid commercial awareness, including financial planning, P&L control and forecasting Knowledge of compliance, quality management, H&S and duty of care obligations Skills & Competencies Strong leadership and people management capability Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Commercially astute with strong analytical and decision-making ability Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment Confident managing change and driving improvement initiatives IT literate with the ability to present data and insights clearly Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
£55,000 to £60,000 per year, Car Allowance, Bonus, Pension, Holidays Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full time Disability Confident: Yes Closing Date: 22/02/2026 About this job Customer Success Manager Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 Benefits: Car Allowance, Bonus, Pension, Holidays, Many More Benefits Location: Field-based The Role We are looking for an experienced Customer Success Manager to lead the compliance, quality assurance and performance of a key client contract. You will ensure all contractual obligations are met, budgets are effectively managed, and service excellence is consistently delivered. A key part of the role will be overseeing the delivery of planned Headlease Inspections across the Arch Co account, while working closely with the client and internal stakeholders to drive continuous improvement, commercial value and long-term partnership success. Key Responsibilities Support the Account Director in delivering strategic objectives and business plan outcomes Identify and mobilise opportunities for organic growth within the contract Review KPI performance, providing insight and mitigation where required Embed performance reporting into business-as-usual activity Manage and review P&L budget lines, controlling costs and minimising financial risk Ensure full compliance with contractual and commercial terms Manage variations, including add/remove service requests Work with finance partners to develop accurate forecasting and financial models Identify and eliminate unnecessary costs and inefficient activity Line manage site inspectors to ensure headlease inspections are delivered on time and to standard Build strong, long-term relationships with client stakeholders Lead regular client meetings, ensuring value for money and service excellence Drive a culture of continuous improvement across the facilities function Coach, develop and motivate team members through change and growth Provide strong leadership to ensure quality, safety and performance standards are consistently met Requirements Qualifications (Essential): Recognised qualification in Facilities Management, Customer Service or Management (Level 5 or above) Desirable: Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. IWFM, RICS or engineering institution) Relevant Health & Safety qualification Experience & Knowledge Proven experience in a similar senior, client-facing role Track record of managing multi-site commercial operations or facilities maintenance Experience managing senior stakeholders and high-profile clients Strong leadership experience with operational and field-based teams Demonstrated success in continuous improvement and performance optimisation Strong understanding of hard and soft FM services and contractor management Solid commercial awareness, including financial planning, P&L control and forecasting Knowledge of compliance, quality management, H&S and duty of care obligations Skills & Competencies Strong leadership and people management capability Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Commercially astute with strong analytical and decision-making ability Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment Confident managing change and driving improvement initiatives IT literate with the ability to present data and insights clearly Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Temporary role ongoing, minimum of six months 5 days per week in the office, 35 hours per week, must be flexible with hours £35,000 Based Central London Enhanced DBS clearance will be carried out for the chosen candidate My client is a children's charity based in the West End of London. They are seeking a maintenance/facilities assistant to work in their offices 5 days per week. You will be responsible for overseeing the running of several sites and campus, ensuring hard facilities are managed and maintained. Maintenance/Facilities Assistant - Our client is looking for a hands-on, proactive Maintenance/ Facilities Assistant to support the Facilities Manager and help keep their buildings, grounds, and services running smoothly. Duties: Support the Estates Manager with coordinating maintenance tasks Manage the Estates helpdesk/repair log Help maintain buildings, services, and grounds to a high standard Carry out basic repairs and emergency fixes, such as leaks, electrics and general DIY Oversee contractor access, security, and fire alarm systems Liaise with landlords, contractors, and cleaning teams Assist with planned maintenance, inspections, and health & safety compliance What we're looking for in a candidate: Interest and experience in gardening, mechanical systems, or buildings Ability to spot unsafe conditions Experience working with repair teams/contractors General repair and basic maintenance abilities Security awareness (desirable) Team-focused, reliable, organised, and flexible
Feb 26, 2026
Seasonal
Temporary role ongoing, minimum of six months 5 days per week in the office, 35 hours per week, must be flexible with hours £35,000 Based Central London Enhanced DBS clearance will be carried out for the chosen candidate My client is a children's charity based in the West End of London. They are seeking a maintenance/facilities assistant to work in their offices 5 days per week. You will be responsible for overseeing the running of several sites and campus, ensuring hard facilities are managed and maintained. Maintenance/Facilities Assistant - Our client is looking for a hands-on, proactive Maintenance/ Facilities Assistant to support the Facilities Manager and help keep their buildings, grounds, and services running smoothly. Duties: Support the Estates Manager with coordinating maintenance tasks Manage the Estates helpdesk/repair log Help maintain buildings, services, and grounds to a high standard Carry out basic repairs and emergency fixes, such as leaks, electrics and general DIY Oversee contractor access, security, and fire alarm systems Liaise with landlords, contractors, and cleaning teams Assist with planned maintenance, inspections, and health & safety compliance What we're looking for in a candidate: Interest and experience in gardening, mechanical systems, or buildings Ability to spot unsafe conditions Experience working with repair teams/contractors General repair and basic maintenance abilities Security awareness (desirable) Team-focused, reliable, organised, and flexible
Randstad Construction & Property
Beverley, North Humberside
Are you a reliable and hardworking individual looking for a stable role in the East Riding? We are currently seeking a general labourer to join a busy team on a high-spec new build housing development in Beverley. Key Duties: Clearing debris, sweeping plots, and ensuring a professional presentation of the site at all times. Assisting skilled trades (bricklayers, joiners, etc.) by moving materials and setting up work areas. Safely unloading delivery vehicles and distributing materials (bricks, timber, insulation) to the correct plots. Maintaining clear pedestrian walkways and assisting in the upkeep of site facilities. Following all site Health & Safety regulations and instructions from the Site Manager. Requirements: A valid CSCS Card is essential. Previous experience on a construction site (new build residential experience is a major plus). A strong, proactive work ethic and a "can-do" attitude. Physical fitness to handle manual lifting and the demands of an outdoor site. Punctuality and reliability are absolutely critical for this role. Must have your own Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): hard hat, high-vis, and steel-toe boots. How to Apply: If the above role sounds of interest to you, and you meet the requirements, we would love to hear from you! Please apply for this role by submitting your most recent CV, including all of your relevant skills and experience. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Feb 26, 2026
Contractor
Are you a reliable and hardworking individual looking for a stable role in the East Riding? We are currently seeking a general labourer to join a busy team on a high-spec new build housing development in Beverley. Key Duties: Clearing debris, sweeping plots, and ensuring a professional presentation of the site at all times. Assisting skilled trades (bricklayers, joiners, etc.) by moving materials and setting up work areas. Safely unloading delivery vehicles and distributing materials (bricks, timber, insulation) to the correct plots. Maintaining clear pedestrian walkways and assisting in the upkeep of site facilities. Following all site Health & Safety regulations and instructions from the Site Manager. Requirements: A valid CSCS Card is essential. Previous experience on a construction site (new build residential experience is a major plus). A strong, proactive work ethic and a "can-do" attitude. Physical fitness to handle manual lifting and the demands of an outdoor site. Punctuality and reliability are absolutely critical for this role. Must have your own Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): hard hat, high-vis, and steel-toe boots. How to Apply: If the above role sounds of interest to you, and you meet the requirements, we would love to hear from you! Please apply for this role by submitting your most recent CV, including all of your relevant skills and experience. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Cambridge University Hospitals
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Lead Nurse for Hysteroscopy and Colposcopy Band 8b Main area Surgical Gynae-Oncology Nursing Grade Band 8b Contract Permanent Hours Full time Flexible working Compressed hours 37.5 hours per week (Rotational day off to avoid strain injuries (RSI) - Full Time or Part Time / Flexible working hours may be considered) Job ref 180-B-267054 Employer Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Addenbrookes Hospital-Division B Town Cambridge Salary £64,455 - £74,896 p.a. pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 05/03/:59 Interview date 23/03/2026 Job overview We are seeking an experienced senior nurse to lead our dynamic nurse-led Gynae Oncology Service. The postholder will provide strategic, operational and clinical leadership across the pathway, ensuring safe, effective and patient-centred care. You will lead the development of our hysteroscopy and colposcopy services and must be a qualified practicing hysteroscopist and / or colposcopist. The role includes responsibility for workforce, leadership, recruitment, retention and staff development ensuring a skilled and sustainable team. You will oversee service performance, support delivery of cancer waiting times standards, and contribute to implementation of the new cancer plan. Strong governance, quality improvement and resource management skills are essential, alongside the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams. This role includes corporate responsibilities and representation at Divisional and Trust-wide forums. We are looking for a motivated, forward-thinking leader with proven managerial experience, excellent communication skills and a commitment to high-quality cancer care. Main duties of the job Manage and lead the Gynaecological-Oncology Nurse Hysteroscopy and Colposcopy services. Taking responsibility for ensuring high-quality, cost-effective healthcare across complex pathways Take accountability of the case load for Gynaecological-Oncology nurse led services, using local and national data to inform this and taking action as required Responsible for managing waiting times for nurse led services (inclusive of cancer and RRT) Responsible for the assessment, planning, diagnosis, treatment, implementation and evaluation of care, as an autonomous practitioner with highly specialist skills Lead the Myosure service as an autonomous practitioner Assess, diagnose and remove endometrial polyps during nurse led myosure and see and treat hysteroscopy clinics Using highly developed clinical skills to interpret results to diagnose endometrial cancer, notifying the patient and planning appropriate follow up care Responsible for running own theatre lists for Myosure Be involved in the strategic review of clinical services as appropriate To play a lead role in ensuring gynae-oncology targets as a whole are met and to propose and implement service changes to improve efficiency in conjunction with the Deputy Operations Manager and Lead Cancer Nurse Ensure that best evidence-based practice bought from audit, national guidelines and new treatment protocols are understood and implemented Working for our organisation Come Nurse with us Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It's a great place to nurse, work and live. You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practise your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development. Our values of Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health-care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes. Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals? Our values and reputation for outstanding care Opportunities to experience a range of specialities Career and development opportunities Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team Research experience and opportunities Lovely location and quality of life Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air) Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have: applied for a Graduate visa or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed. This vacancy will close at midnight on 5 March 2026 Interviews are due to be held on 23 March 2026 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. Person specification Qualifications Registered Nurse with a master's degree Accredited with British Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy Advanced clinical assessment and treatment skills Advanced communication skills Evidence of professional continuous development and portfolio of learning Non-medical prescriber Colposcopy training, or a willingness to undertake Counselling qualification Research Module Leadership or management module Experience Significant clinical experience in the speciality Experience in project management Evidence of leading service change Managing and or leading a team Effective time management Practical experience of policy development Audit or research experience Knowledge Recognised as an expert in the field of practice with the ability to clinically assess and diagnose. Budget management Skills Advanced communication skills Effective communicator with proven ability to influence all levels of staff Ability to work autonomously as an independent practitioner. Proven leadership and team leading skills Proven ability to manage and progress own professional development. Able to respond to change and apply themselves to development in practice. Additional Requirements Highly motivated Committed to continuous service development and quality improvement Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and targets Reliable and supportive Ability to synthesise information, consider and evaluate risks and options when making difficult decisions The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Lead Nurse for Hysteroscopy and Colposcopy Band 8b Main area Surgical Gynae-Oncology Nursing Grade Band 8b Contract Permanent Hours Full time Flexible working Compressed hours 37.5 hours per week (Rotational day off to avoid strain injuries (RSI) - Full Time or Part Time / Flexible working hours may be considered) Job ref 180-B-267054 Employer Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Addenbrookes Hospital-Division B Town Cambridge Salary £64,455 - £74,896 p.a. pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 05/03/:59 Interview date 23/03/2026 Job overview We are seeking an experienced senior nurse to lead our dynamic nurse-led Gynae Oncology Service. The postholder will provide strategic, operational and clinical leadership across the pathway, ensuring safe, effective and patient-centred care. You will lead the development of our hysteroscopy and colposcopy services and must be a qualified practicing hysteroscopist and / or colposcopist. The role includes responsibility for workforce, leadership, recruitment, retention and staff development ensuring a skilled and sustainable team. You will oversee service performance, support delivery of cancer waiting times standards, and contribute to implementation of the new cancer plan. Strong governance, quality improvement and resource management skills are essential, alongside the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams. This role includes corporate responsibilities and representation at Divisional and Trust-wide forums. We are looking for a motivated, forward-thinking leader with proven managerial experience, excellent communication skills and a commitment to high-quality cancer care. Main duties of the job Manage and lead the Gynaecological-Oncology Nurse Hysteroscopy and Colposcopy services. Taking responsibility for ensuring high-quality, cost-effective healthcare across complex pathways Take accountability of the case load for Gynaecological-Oncology nurse led services, using local and national data to inform this and taking action as required Responsible for managing waiting times for nurse led services (inclusive of cancer and RRT) Responsible for the assessment, planning, diagnosis, treatment, implementation and evaluation of care, as an autonomous practitioner with highly specialist skills Lead the Myosure service as an autonomous practitioner Assess, diagnose and remove endometrial polyps during nurse led myosure and see and treat hysteroscopy clinics Using highly developed clinical skills to interpret results to diagnose endometrial cancer, notifying the patient and planning appropriate follow up care Responsible for running own theatre lists for Myosure Be involved in the strategic review of clinical services as appropriate To play a lead role in ensuring gynae-oncology targets as a whole are met and to propose and implement service changes to improve efficiency in conjunction with the Deputy Operations Manager and Lead Cancer Nurse Ensure that best evidence-based practice bought from audit, national guidelines and new treatment protocols are understood and implemented Working for our organisation Come Nurse with us Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It's a great place to nurse, work and live. You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practise your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development. Our values of Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health-care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes. Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals? Our values and reputation for outstanding care Opportunities to experience a range of specialities Career and development opportunities Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team Research experience and opportunities Lovely location and quality of life Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air) Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have: applied for a Graduate visa or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed. This vacancy will close at midnight on 5 March 2026 Interviews are due to be held on 23 March 2026 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. Person specification Qualifications Registered Nurse with a master's degree Accredited with British Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy Advanced clinical assessment and treatment skills Advanced communication skills Evidence of professional continuous development and portfolio of learning Non-medical prescriber Colposcopy training, or a willingness to undertake Counselling qualification Research Module Leadership or management module Experience Significant clinical experience in the speciality Experience in project management Evidence of leading service change Managing and or leading a team Effective time management Practical experience of policy development Audit or research experience Knowledge Recognised as an expert in the field of practice with the ability to clinically assess and diagnose. Budget management Skills Advanced communication skills Effective communicator with proven ability to influence all levels of staff Ability to work autonomously as an independent practitioner. Proven leadership and team leading skills Proven ability to manage and progress own professional development. Able to respond to change and apply themselves to development in practice. Additional Requirements Highly motivated Committed to continuous service development and quality improvement Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and targets Reliable and supportive Ability to synthesise information, consider and evaluate risks and options when making difficult decisions The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Senior Project Manager - Property Technology This role leads the coordinated delivery of the PSTN switch off programme, Access Control stabilisation, and wider property technology initiatives. It requires strong communication, organisational leadership, and stakeholder alignment across Estates, Digital, Operations and contractors. Unite Students is progressing through the national PSTN switch off programme while also strengthening operational reliability across key property technology systems. As Property Technology Manager, you will oversee the PSTN programme's final phases, ensuring controlled disconnection, continuity, and alignment with lift and fire tenders. Alongside this, you will stabilise our Access Control estate ensuring computers are online, secured, running the correct software versions, communicating with controllers, asset tracked, and proactively monitored with alerting. The role requires clear communication, coordination, decision making and disciplined delivery within a complex, multi programme environment. This role is based in our Bristol office and is a 12 month fixed-term contract. What You'll Be Doing Coordinate the safe, controlled switch off of PSTN lines with clear communication to Estates and Operations. Support and track progress on the Lift Modernisation and Fire Systems tenders that remove PSTN dependencies. Oversee continuity solutions to maintain lift emergency lines and fire autodiallers until permanent replacements are in place. Provide structured reporting, RAID management, decision logging and stakeholder updates across multiple programmes. Drive alignment with Estates, Digital, Procurement, Facilities and contractors to maintain progress and surface risks early. Ensure every building has a compliant computer that is online, accessible, on the correct software version and communicating with controllers. Ensure computers and connected devices are fully asset tracked with clear ownership, location and lifecycle visibility. Deliver monitoring and alerting capability so offline computers and dropped communication controllers are surfaced proactively. Coordinate remediation, commissioning activities, configuration checks and software updates with contractors and internal teams. Strengthen governance around asset registers, software version control, and configuration standards. Support documentation, guidance, training and handover activity for operational teams. Property Technology Delivery Work with Operations, Estates and contractors across a range of property technology systems as required. Apply structured project management practices, ensuring plans, dependencies and communications remain aligned. Provide leadership, problem solving, and proactive risk and issue management. What We're Looking for in You The ability to plan, manage and deliver projects with autonomy and structured governance. Technical understanding across estates technology, installation environments, software behaviour and system dependencies. Outstanding communication and coordination skills in complex environments. Demonstrable experience managing multiple stakeholder technical or estates projects. Ability to manage suppliers and contractors, maintaining delivery oversight. Strong organisational discipline with RAID, timelines, planning and structured reporting. Ability to explain risks, impacts and decisions clearly to non technical colleagues. Experience stabilising or improving an operational technology service is beneficial. Calm, proactive, adaptable mindset with strong problem solving ability. Familiarity with project management methods (PRINCE2, Agile, PMP) is desirable. What You'll Get in Return A discretionary annual bonus so you can share in the company's success. 25 days paid holiday and an annual holiday buying scheme, with 5 additional days awarded for long service. A generous pension scheme - employer contributions between 5% and 11% depending on how much you save. Various benefits to support your health and wellbeing including a Healthcare Cash Plan, an Employee Assistance Programme, a Wellbeing platform and a Gym benefit that you can share with your family and friends. Enhanced Family Leave including 18 weeks full pay for birthing parents and 4 weeks for non-birthing parents. Lots of other great benefits including an annual ShareSave scheme, Employee Life Assurance, a discounts portal and more! About Unite Students Founded in 1991, Unite Students is the UK's leading provider of purpose-built student accommodation. You can find us in 23 leading university towns and cities, with 70,000 students calling US home! We are driven by our values, culture, and a commitment to develop diverse and inclusive teams, filled with positive energy and new ideas. Instinctive inclusion. We know that to create and maintain a happy healthy organisation, we have to work hard to ensure inclusion isn't just what we do but who we are. People make Unite Students. Employees, students and neighbours all contribute to building environments where we can all thrive. Room for Everyone We're proud to be an employer that embraces individuality, and we're passionate about building inclusive teams. We focus on creating a collaborative culture where you can be you, where your voice is heard, and where you can truly belong. We take great pride in being rated Gold Investors in People and are constantly striving to provide the highest standard of learning and development opportunities and professional pathways for our people. Building a home for success, for both our employees and students, requires exceptional people with a passion for creating room for everyone, doing what's right, keeping US safe, and raising the bar. Join us as we build better experiences for students that live with us.
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Senior Project Manager - Property Technology This role leads the coordinated delivery of the PSTN switch off programme, Access Control stabilisation, and wider property technology initiatives. It requires strong communication, organisational leadership, and stakeholder alignment across Estates, Digital, Operations and contractors. Unite Students is progressing through the national PSTN switch off programme while also strengthening operational reliability across key property technology systems. As Property Technology Manager, you will oversee the PSTN programme's final phases, ensuring controlled disconnection, continuity, and alignment with lift and fire tenders. Alongside this, you will stabilise our Access Control estate ensuring computers are online, secured, running the correct software versions, communicating with controllers, asset tracked, and proactively monitored with alerting. The role requires clear communication, coordination, decision making and disciplined delivery within a complex, multi programme environment. This role is based in our Bristol office and is a 12 month fixed-term contract. What You'll Be Doing Coordinate the safe, controlled switch off of PSTN lines with clear communication to Estates and Operations. Support and track progress on the Lift Modernisation and Fire Systems tenders that remove PSTN dependencies. Oversee continuity solutions to maintain lift emergency lines and fire autodiallers until permanent replacements are in place. Provide structured reporting, RAID management, decision logging and stakeholder updates across multiple programmes. Drive alignment with Estates, Digital, Procurement, Facilities and contractors to maintain progress and surface risks early. Ensure every building has a compliant computer that is online, accessible, on the correct software version and communicating with controllers. Ensure computers and connected devices are fully asset tracked with clear ownership, location and lifecycle visibility. Deliver monitoring and alerting capability so offline computers and dropped communication controllers are surfaced proactively. Coordinate remediation, commissioning activities, configuration checks and software updates with contractors and internal teams. Strengthen governance around asset registers, software version control, and configuration standards. Support documentation, guidance, training and handover activity for operational teams. Property Technology Delivery Work with Operations, Estates and contractors across a range of property technology systems as required. Apply structured project management practices, ensuring plans, dependencies and communications remain aligned. Provide leadership, problem solving, and proactive risk and issue management. What We're Looking for in You The ability to plan, manage and deliver projects with autonomy and structured governance. Technical understanding across estates technology, installation environments, software behaviour and system dependencies. Outstanding communication and coordination skills in complex environments. Demonstrable experience managing multiple stakeholder technical or estates projects. Ability to manage suppliers and contractors, maintaining delivery oversight. Strong organisational discipline with RAID, timelines, planning and structured reporting. Ability to explain risks, impacts and decisions clearly to non technical colleagues. Experience stabilising or improving an operational technology service is beneficial. Calm, proactive, adaptable mindset with strong problem solving ability. Familiarity with project management methods (PRINCE2, Agile, PMP) is desirable. What You'll Get in Return A discretionary annual bonus so you can share in the company's success. 25 days paid holiday and an annual holiday buying scheme, with 5 additional days awarded for long service. A generous pension scheme - employer contributions between 5% and 11% depending on how much you save. Various benefits to support your health and wellbeing including a Healthcare Cash Plan, an Employee Assistance Programme, a Wellbeing platform and a Gym benefit that you can share with your family and friends. Enhanced Family Leave including 18 weeks full pay for birthing parents and 4 weeks for non-birthing parents. Lots of other great benefits including an annual ShareSave scheme, Employee Life Assurance, a discounts portal and more! About Unite Students Founded in 1991, Unite Students is the UK's leading provider of purpose-built student accommodation. You can find us in 23 leading university towns and cities, with 70,000 students calling US home! We are driven by our values, culture, and a commitment to develop diverse and inclusive teams, filled with positive energy and new ideas. Instinctive inclusion. We know that to create and maintain a happy healthy organisation, we have to work hard to ensure inclusion isn't just what we do but who we are. People make Unite Students. Employees, students and neighbours all contribute to building environments where we can all thrive. Room for Everyone We're proud to be an employer that embraces individuality, and we're passionate about building inclusive teams. We focus on creating a collaborative culture where you can be you, where your voice is heard, and where you can truly belong. We take great pride in being rated Gold Investors in People and are constantly striving to provide the highest standard of learning and development opportunities and professional pathways for our people. Building a home for success, for both our employees and students, requires exceptional people with a passion for creating room for everyone, doing what's right, keeping US safe, and raising the bar. Join us as we build better experiences for students that live with us.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a Customer Service Advisor/Administrator to join our repairs and maintenance team at Lymington Hospital. The position is offered on a permanent part time basis of 34 hours per week. Working hours would be Monday to Thursday 10:30am - 6pm (with a half hour break) and Friday 12 - 6pm. Rydon Maintenance provides hard facilities management services, incorporating planned preventative and reactive maintenance to a variety of clients, predominantly within the healthcare and housing association sectors. Within our healthcare division we look after a growing number of healthcare buildings for NHS Trusts, residential homes and educational facilities. Using the latest technology we ensure properties are well maintained, efficient and fit for purpose. Job Purpose As Customer Service Advisor you will work as part of a small team running the day to day operations of the repairs helpdesk for the hospital, ensuring the quality of our service delivery. This will involve taking calls from our client, contractors and operational teams, inputting repair requests and generating reports. You will liaise closely with engineers and contractors and allocate work appropriately, storing documents, and responding to maintenance queries both over the phone and email. You will play a key part in ensuring that KPIs and SLAs across the contract are being met. key responsibilities include; To monitor the outstanding repair calls within the helpdesk. To take calls from general public who are requiring guidance regarding hospital appointments. Planning in daily works for site engineers. To ensure effective communication between our operational team and our client. Ordering of materials required by the engineers, speaking to suppliers and contractors. Provide additional administration and support, where required for other team members and managers. Assist in the compiling of reports and to monitor compliance, highlighting/escalating any areas of concern. What we can offer you; Competitive Starting Salary of £22,950 per annum based on part time hours of 34 per week. Holiday Entitlement: 25 days per annum FTE Holiday Purchase Scheme: Buy up to an additional 5 days holiday Pension Scheme: 4% contributory. Flexible benefits for you to choose from including Critical Illness, DenPlan and Cycle to work schemes. Employee Referral Scheme: recommend a personal connection to us and claim a cash reward for their successful hire. Eyecare vouchers and free Flu Vaccinations Health Cash Plan: helping you spread the cost of essential healthcare 24/7 EAP Service: free advice, counselling and support for you and your family whenever you need it. Wellbeing and mental health champions readily available at work. Access to an employee discount scheme which includes a wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, lifestyle goods and services. Opportunities for you to progress your career across the business This is a permanent part time position and working hours are Monday to Thursday 10:30am - 6pm (with a half hour break) and Friday 12 - 6pm. Experience Required The successful candidate will have previous customer service or helpdesk experience. This experience will ideally have been gained with a maintenance company/contractor however this is not essential. Above all you will have excellent customer service skills (including good telephone and written communication skills), a can-do attitude and enjoy working as part of a team. You will have knowledge of Microsoft packages such as Word and Excel. If you have the above experience, we'd strongly encourage you to apply. Additional Information As a well established, progressive company we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals by offering an excellent benefits package that includes a wide range of core and voluntary benefits. Rydon is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in employment. Successful candidates will be selected solely on their ability to carry out the duties of the post. To apply online, please use the 'apply for this job link' at the top of this page to be redirected to our dedicated careers page to complete your application.
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
We now have an exciting opportunity for a Customer Service Advisor/Administrator to join our repairs and maintenance team at Lymington Hospital. The position is offered on a permanent part time basis of 34 hours per week. Working hours would be Monday to Thursday 10:30am - 6pm (with a half hour break) and Friday 12 - 6pm. Rydon Maintenance provides hard facilities management services, incorporating planned preventative and reactive maintenance to a variety of clients, predominantly within the healthcare and housing association sectors. Within our healthcare division we look after a growing number of healthcare buildings for NHS Trusts, residential homes and educational facilities. Using the latest technology we ensure properties are well maintained, efficient and fit for purpose. Job Purpose As Customer Service Advisor you will work as part of a small team running the day to day operations of the repairs helpdesk for the hospital, ensuring the quality of our service delivery. This will involve taking calls from our client, contractors and operational teams, inputting repair requests and generating reports. You will liaise closely with engineers and contractors and allocate work appropriately, storing documents, and responding to maintenance queries both over the phone and email. You will play a key part in ensuring that KPIs and SLAs across the contract are being met. key responsibilities include; To monitor the outstanding repair calls within the helpdesk. To take calls from general public who are requiring guidance regarding hospital appointments. Planning in daily works for site engineers. To ensure effective communication between our operational team and our client. Ordering of materials required by the engineers, speaking to suppliers and contractors. Provide additional administration and support, where required for other team members and managers. Assist in the compiling of reports and to monitor compliance, highlighting/escalating any areas of concern. What we can offer you; Competitive Starting Salary of £22,950 per annum based on part time hours of 34 per week. Holiday Entitlement: 25 days per annum FTE Holiday Purchase Scheme: Buy up to an additional 5 days holiday Pension Scheme: 4% contributory. Flexible benefits for you to choose from including Critical Illness, DenPlan and Cycle to work schemes. Employee Referral Scheme: recommend a personal connection to us and claim a cash reward for their successful hire. Eyecare vouchers and free Flu Vaccinations Health Cash Plan: helping you spread the cost of essential healthcare 24/7 EAP Service: free advice, counselling and support for you and your family whenever you need it. Wellbeing and mental health champions readily available at work. Access to an employee discount scheme which includes a wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, lifestyle goods and services. Opportunities for you to progress your career across the business This is a permanent part time position and working hours are Monday to Thursday 10:30am - 6pm (with a half hour break) and Friday 12 - 6pm. Experience Required The successful candidate will have previous customer service or helpdesk experience. This experience will ideally have been gained with a maintenance company/contractor however this is not essential. Above all you will have excellent customer service skills (including good telephone and written communication skills), a can-do attitude and enjoy working as part of a team. You will have knowledge of Microsoft packages such as Word and Excel. If you have the above experience, we'd strongly encourage you to apply. Additional Information As a well established, progressive company we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals by offering an excellent benefits package that includes a wide range of core and voluntary benefits. Rydon is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in employment. Successful candidates will be selected solely on their ability to carry out the duties of the post. To apply online, please use the 'apply for this job link' at the top of this page to be redirected to our dedicated careers page to complete your application.
Head of Portering & Logistics Services - Healthcare Mobile / National Competitive Salary + Benefits Are you ready to shape the future of portering and logistics across a dynamic, growing organisation? Do you thrive on driving innovation, building capability, and elevating service excellence? If so-Compass is looking for you. We're seeking an inspirational Head of Portering & Logistics Services to lead our transformation journey across the UK. This is a high impact role at the heart of our Centre of Excellence-perfect for someone who wants to push boundaries, modernise traditional services, and empower teams to deliver outstanding, sustainable performance. If you're motivated by the chance to influence national strategy, champion digital innovation, and work with exceptional people, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Lead & Deliver Strategic Leadership & Growth You'll set the direction for portering and logistics services across Compass One, creating innovative policies, shaping transformation projects, and guiding operational teams to deliver consistent, high performing services nationwide. Working closely with our growth teams, you'll help design cutting edge, scalable solutions for the future. Innovation, Technology & Standardisation You'll bring fresh thinking, modern digital tools, and new technologies to the forefront-developing standardised service playbooks and showcasing best in class solutions to clients and stakeholders. Quality, Risk & Compliance As our subject matter expert, you'll uphold the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and regulatory excellence. You'll support sector audits, strengthen controls, and help ensure every service reflects the quality Compass One is known for. ESG & Sustainability You'll embed environmentally responsible practices into every corner of the operation-championing greener workflows and supporting wider organisational ESG goals. Your expertise will help shape more sustainable portering and logistics for the future. Client & Stakeholder Engagement As a trusted expert, you'll work closely with clients, partners, and internal teams-ensuring services exceed expectations and adding value through insight, innovation, and strong professional relationships. You'll also bring your expertise to bids and tenders, shaping impactful service solutions. People & Capability Development You'll help our people grow-coaching, mentoring, and building capability across multiple teams. You'll foster a culture built on safety, inclusion, and continual improvement, ensuring our teams are confident, skilled, and ready for what's next. What You Bring Significant experience leading portering, logistics, or facilities services-ideally within healthcare or a similarly complex environment Strong communication and stakeholder influencing skills Confidence presenting to clients and cross functional teams Experience shaping solutions alongside innovation and growth teams A passion for digital tools, data insight, and modern logistics methods Expert knowledge of safety, manual handling, infection control, and operational standards Analytical strength and a problem solving mindset Full driving licence and the willingness to travel regularly between sites Qualifications A recognised qualification in Facilities Management or related discipline (IWFM, IOSH, CIWM, CPC) Health & Safety qualifications are a strong advantage Who You'll Work With You'll collaborate with: Compass One colleagues across the UK Sales & retention teams Clients and third party suppliers Managing Directors, Operational Directors & Contract Managers Subject matter experts within our Support Services teams Why Join Compass One? This is your chance to be the national expert, drive change at scale, and shape the future of portering and logistics services across one of the UK's most respected service organisations. You'll have the autonomy to innovate, the platform to influence, and the support to deliver real, lasting impact. Ready to drive transformation and lead with purpose? Apply now and help us deliver the future of portering & logistics. We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families About Us Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams. Job Reference: com/0302 SU 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!
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Head of Portering & Logistics Services - Healthcare Mobile / National Competitive Salary + Benefits Are you ready to shape the future of portering and logistics across a dynamic, growing organisation? Do you thrive on driving innovation, building capability, and elevating service excellence? If so-Compass is looking for you. We're seeking an inspirational Head of Portering & Logistics Services to lead our transformation journey across the UK. This is a high impact role at the heart of our Centre of Excellence-perfect for someone who wants to push boundaries, modernise traditional services, and empower teams to deliver outstanding, sustainable performance. If you're motivated by the chance to influence national strategy, champion digital innovation, and work with exceptional people, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Lead & Deliver Strategic Leadership & Growth You'll set the direction for portering and logistics services across Compass One, creating innovative policies, shaping transformation projects, and guiding operational teams to deliver consistent, high performing services nationwide. Working closely with our growth teams, you'll help design cutting edge, scalable solutions for the future. Innovation, Technology & Standardisation You'll bring fresh thinking, modern digital tools, and new technologies to the forefront-developing standardised service playbooks and showcasing best in class solutions to clients and stakeholders. Quality, Risk & Compliance As our subject matter expert, you'll uphold the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and regulatory excellence. You'll support sector audits, strengthen controls, and help ensure every service reflects the quality Compass One is known for. ESG & Sustainability You'll embed environmentally responsible practices into every corner of the operation-championing greener workflows and supporting wider organisational ESG goals. Your expertise will help shape more sustainable portering and logistics for the future. Client & Stakeholder Engagement As a trusted expert, you'll work closely with clients, partners, and internal teams-ensuring services exceed expectations and adding value through insight, innovation, and strong professional relationships. You'll also bring your expertise to bids and tenders, shaping impactful service solutions. People & Capability Development You'll help our people grow-coaching, mentoring, and building capability across multiple teams. You'll foster a culture built on safety, inclusion, and continual improvement, ensuring our teams are confident, skilled, and ready for what's next. What You Bring Significant experience leading portering, logistics, or facilities services-ideally within healthcare or a similarly complex environment Strong communication and stakeholder influencing skills Confidence presenting to clients and cross functional teams Experience shaping solutions alongside innovation and growth teams A passion for digital tools, data insight, and modern logistics methods Expert knowledge of safety, manual handling, infection control, and operational standards Analytical strength and a problem solving mindset Full driving licence and the willingness to travel regularly between sites Qualifications A recognised qualification in Facilities Management or related discipline (IWFM, IOSH, CIWM, CPC) Health & Safety qualifications are a strong advantage Who You'll Work With You'll collaborate with: Compass One colleagues across the UK Sales & retention teams Clients and third party suppliers Managing Directors, Operational Directors & Contract Managers Subject matter experts within our Support Services teams Why Join Compass One? This is your chance to be the national expert, drive change at scale, and shape the future of portering and logistics services across one of the UK's most respected service organisations. You'll have the autonomy to innovate, the platform to influence, and the support to deliver real, lasting impact. Ready to drive transformation and lead with purpose? Apply now and help us deliver the future of portering & logistics. We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families About Us Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams. Job Reference: com/0302 SU 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!
Maintenance Operative - Shrewsbury CSE Division Who we are; CareTech supports adults with complex needs and care for children and young people, offering carefully designed programmes in specialist services, many of which have schools and residential services attached. Our services include modern outward looking residential care for children, young people and adults and we operate a significant range of supported living schemes that include individual flats, houses and grouped accommodation arrangements. What will you benefit from As a maintenance operative, you will, of course, achieve greatness, and for your hard work and commitment, we will reward you! Flexible working Monday to FridayHoliday: 25 days holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our managers have been promoted from within our group through our leadership programmeWellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice, including employee assistanceStunning working environments in beautiful houses and locations, with the very best facilities for our teamsRefer a friend scheme that offers a bonus every time you refer a friend or family that joins us The Role of a Maintenance Operative A maintenance operative carries the responsibility for the domestic repairs & maintenance upkeep of the premises, minor projects within the site complex and all compliance needed for the running of the site.The Maintenance Operative to ensure that all parts of the environment are safe, welcoming, clean, hygienic, in good repair and sensitive to the needs of the students being looked afterTo provide high professional standards of record keeping and reports related to the site.To participate in and undertake regular audits of the quality systems as necessary.To undertake regular inspections and address works from contractors which fall below the required standard.To ensure compliance with all current and prevailing national regulations and inspection standards relevant to core functions for this type of establishment.To ensure compliance with all current and prevailing national regulations for Environmental Health and the standards of the regulatory body for inspectionsTo take responsibility and manage Maintenance of your workload, to provide effective and pro-active worksTo liaise closely with the Regional Facilities Manager on larger projects and seek the Facilities Manager's regular assistance with technical matters on repair, maintenance or improvement projects.To identify projects around the facility that will improve the image, functionality, operational or educational efficiency, or use of the facility for staff, students or visitors.To ensure that projects are completed within the programme and that areas occupied by contractors/suppliers are left in good condition.To manage the upkeep of the grounds What you will bring The Maintenance Operative will have Building and Maintenance knowledgeExperience with compliance and record keepingA trade background preferred but not essential Requirements for an enhanced DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practices. Whilst we endeavour to keep the recruitment process as short as possible, due to the nature of these important checks, it may extend the processing time. All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. We will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who is not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern. Employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation or any other perceived difference.
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Maintenance Operative - Shrewsbury CSE Division Who we are; CareTech supports adults with complex needs and care for children and young people, offering carefully designed programmes in specialist services, many of which have schools and residential services attached. Our services include modern outward looking residential care for children, young people and adults and we operate a significant range of supported living schemes that include individual flats, houses and grouped accommodation arrangements. What will you benefit from As a maintenance operative, you will, of course, achieve greatness, and for your hard work and commitment, we will reward you! Flexible working Monday to FridayHoliday: 25 days holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our managers have been promoted from within our group through our leadership programmeWellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice, including employee assistanceStunning working environments in beautiful houses and locations, with the very best facilities for our teamsRefer a friend scheme that offers a bonus every time you refer a friend or family that joins us The Role of a Maintenance Operative A maintenance operative carries the responsibility for the domestic repairs & maintenance upkeep of the premises, minor projects within the site complex and all compliance needed for the running of the site.The Maintenance Operative to ensure that all parts of the environment are safe, welcoming, clean, hygienic, in good repair and sensitive to the needs of the students being looked afterTo provide high professional standards of record keeping and reports related to the site.To participate in and undertake regular audits of the quality systems as necessary.To undertake regular inspections and address works from contractors which fall below the required standard.To ensure compliance with all current and prevailing national regulations and inspection standards relevant to core functions for this type of establishment.To ensure compliance with all current and prevailing national regulations for Environmental Health and the standards of the regulatory body for inspectionsTo take responsibility and manage Maintenance of your workload, to provide effective and pro-active worksTo liaise closely with the Regional Facilities Manager on larger projects and seek the Facilities Manager's regular assistance with technical matters on repair, maintenance or improvement projects.To identify projects around the facility that will improve the image, functionality, operational or educational efficiency, or use of the facility for staff, students or visitors.To ensure that projects are completed within the programme and that areas occupied by contractors/suppliers are left in good condition.To manage the upkeep of the grounds What you will bring The Maintenance Operative will have Building and Maintenance knowledgeExperience with compliance and record keepingA trade background preferred but not essential Requirements for an enhanced DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practices. Whilst we endeavour to keep the recruitment process as short as possible, due to the nature of these important checks, it may extend the processing time. All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. We will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who is not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern. Employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation or any other perceived difference.
About The Company: OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering. Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment. About The Role: Days of Working: Monday to Friday Reporting to the Sector Sales Director you will be responsible for the design, development and articulation of compelling soft service and catering solutions that meet the customer's objectives and needs as identified through the N.O.S.E and Deal Plan. This will include determining the best integrated service delivery model and relevant industry partners (including teaming and potential joint ventures), analysis of management and contract structures, assessment of alternative delivery methods, technology requirements and alignment with other service outputs. Key Responsibilities: You will provide specialist solutions architecture, operating as a specialist bid writer and individual contributor, owning and co-ordinating the design and articulation of compelling, innovative, and effective solutions aligned to the customers' requirements. Supporting Bid Leads and Bid Managers with the development and written articulation of high-quality, tailored, and integrated soft service and catering solutions for identified complex requirements in their solution design. Demonstrating an understanding of relevant markets, customers, opportunities and potential partners, to support the development of customer-focussed, tailored soft service and catering solutions and proposals. Preparing for, engaging in and meaningfully contributing to critical bid and solution development workshops, including bid kick offs, solutions workshops, storyboarding workshops, critical reviews and bid reviews. Working closely with operational team in the business to draw on their experience and knowledge, and reach agreement on the optimal soft service and catering solution design. Contributing to the design of Target Operating Models (including partnership delivery models) that meet customer needs, OCS business requirements, and align with the win strategy for each bid. Designing and articulating overarching solution integration for complex deals which offer efficiencies and innovation, by interfacing with the sales leads, bid leads, bid managers, bid writers and SMEs contributing to the core solution build. Creating and developing storyboards for relevant responses / sections of proposals, and ensuring that these are adhered to throughout the writing process. Gathering and extracting information from key technical experts to develop responses that align with the agreed storyboards, writing plans, tone and style. Working proactively with key stakeholders in the bid process to develop compelling and persuasive written responses that articulate OCS's value proposition, the benefits of our solution and the differentiators and discriminators of our offer. Fully understanding and capturing subtleties and nuances within our solutions to present features, benefits, added value and social value in a clear and compelling way, in line with customers' evaluation criteria. Where working with bid writers, reviewing draft storyboards and written responses to provide constructive feedback to authors in line with the win strategy and storyboard requirements, prior to formal reviews. Contributing to regular solution progress status meetings and updating on individual actions as required. Describing (to internal stakeholders) the competitiveness of our soft service and catering solution, how the solution meets customer needs and requirements, and the win probability of the solution against OCS' competitors. Liaising and collaborating with bid leads to ensure that the integrated solution support is presented in a timely manner as part of the overall bid process. Contributing to the development and production of client and internal presentations, as required. Contributing to the risk and issues register, to ensure risks and issues are recorded with mitigations and impacts. Supporting an effective handover to the mobilisation and transition team that explains the solution thoroughly and allows the account team to launch, run, and use the solution that has been designed. Ensuring clear record-keeping of all bid documentation including client documents, working and final submission documents and governance documents. Identify insights to inform continuous improvement in bidding, proposition development and customer relationship development. Play a leading role in creating and be responsible for maintaining OCS' bidding collateral, bid library, best practice tracker, high-quality sample answers, templates and materials. Drive initiatives to develop or improve soft services and catering bid services, including being a Subject Matter Expert, upskilling other bid colleagues and stakeholders as needed. Be the Subject Matter Expert for OCS Healthcare division on all soft service and catering procurement requirements. Team Support: Working within a high-performing bid team, the role requires close working with Bid Leads, Bid Managers and other bid team members, as well as colleagues in finance, commercial, legal, HR, other divisions and operations, including suitably qualified and experienced subject matter experts. How to Apply: If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available. We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
About The Company: OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering. Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment. About The Role: Days of Working: Monday to Friday Reporting to the Sector Sales Director you will be responsible for the design, development and articulation of compelling soft service and catering solutions that meet the customer's objectives and needs as identified through the N.O.S.E and Deal Plan. This will include determining the best integrated service delivery model and relevant industry partners (including teaming and potential joint ventures), analysis of management and contract structures, assessment of alternative delivery methods, technology requirements and alignment with other service outputs. Key Responsibilities: You will provide specialist solutions architecture, operating as a specialist bid writer and individual contributor, owning and co-ordinating the design and articulation of compelling, innovative, and effective solutions aligned to the customers' requirements. Supporting Bid Leads and Bid Managers with the development and written articulation of high-quality, tailored, and integrated soft service and catering solutions for identified complex requirements in their solution design. Demonstrating an understanding of relevant markets, customers, opportunities and potential partners, to support the development of customer-focussed, tailored soft service and catering solutions and proposals. Preparing for, engaging in and meaningfully contributing to critical bid and solution development workshops, including bid kick offs, solutions workshops, storyboarding workshops, critical reviews and bid reviews. Working closely with operational team in the business to draw on their experience and knowledge, and reach agreement on the optimal soft service and catering solution design. Contributing to the design of Target Operating Models (including partnership delivery models) that meet customer needs, OCS business requirements, and align with the win strategy for each bid. Designing and articulating overarching solution integration for complex deals which offer efficiencies and innovation, by interfacing with the sales leads, bid leads, bid managers, bid writers and SMEs contributing to the core solution build. Creating and developing storyboards for relevant responses / sections of proposals, and ensuring that these are adhered to throughout the writing process. Gathering and extracting information from key technical experts to develop responses that align with the agreed storyboards, writing plans, tone and style. Working proactively with key stakeholders in the bid process to develop compelling and persuasive written responses that articulate OCS's value proposition, the benefits of our solution and the differentiators and discriminators of our offer. Fully understanding and capturing subtleties and nuances within our solutions to present features, benefits, added value and social value in a clear and compelling way, in line with customers' evaluation criteria. Where working with bid writers, reviewing draft storyboards and written responses to provide constructive feedback to authors in line with the win strategy and storyboard requirements, prior to formal reviews. Contributing to regular solution progress status meetings and updating on individual actions as required. Describing (to internal stakeholders) the competitiveness of our soft service and catering solution, how the solution meets customer needs and requirements, and the win probability of the solution against OCS' competitors. Liaising and collaborating with bid leads to ensure that the integrated solution support is presented in a timely manner as part of the overall bid process. Contributing to the development and production of client and internal presentations, as required. Contributing to the risk and issues register, to ensure risks and issues are recorded with mitigations and impacts. Supporting an effective handover to the mobilisation and transition team that explains the solution thoroughly and allows the account team to launch, run, and use the solution that has been designed. Ensuring clear record-keeping of all bid documentation including client documents, working and final submission documents and governance documents. Identify insights to inform continuous improvement in bidding, proposition development and customer relationship development. Play a leading role in creating and be responsible for maintaining OCS' bidding collateral, bid library, best practice tracker, high-quality sample answers, templates and materials. Drive initiatives to develop or improve soft services and catering bid services, including being a Subject Matter Expert, upskilling other bid colleagues and stakeholders as needed. Be the Subject Matter Expert for OCS Healthcare division on all soft service and catering procurement requirements. Team Support: Working within a high-performing bid team, the role requires close working with Bid Leads, Bid Managers and other bid team members, as well as colleagues in finance, commercial, legal, HR, other divisions and operations, including suitably qualified and experienced subject matter experts. How to Apply: If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available. We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
The Wimpole Estate is a truly amazing place, which includes the Hall, Gardens, Parkland and Farms forming one of the National Trust's largest working estates. After a process of planning for the future and significant investment in infrastructure the estate is poised to fulfil its next exciting chapter. The Facilities Manager role is part of this continued story - it is a key leadership role and the driving force behind delivering excellence across the estate. To help us meet this challenge we are looking for a Facilities Manager to lead the Facilities Team in delivering a programme of works across the estate in addition to being a strong and motivational day to day manager. Working with the General Manager and as part of the Property Leadership Team, you'll deliver innovative solutions that will enable us to deliver our vision across the site. With your dedication, excellent people engagement skills and desire to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. What it's like to work here Working at the Wimpole Estate, you'll be a key figure and hold key stakeholder relationships on behalf of the organisation. As one of the National Trust's top visitor businesses (with 390,000 visitors per annum) including three food and beverage outlets and a shop plus an in hand lowland arable farm and livestock farm open to the public, Wimpole has endless potential to deliver exceptional experiences every day and make a significant contribution to the charity's culture, climate, and nature ambitions. You'll have the opportunity to have significant impact in the estate's 50-year masterplan development, leaving Wimpole more financially secure and cared-for for future generations. Working at Wimpole is about working as one team to look after this special place and to continue to provide our visitors with memorable and meaningful experiences. What you'll be doing Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Facilities Manager is a key role within the Property Leadership Team. This role combines strategy and planning, practical work and team leadership. You will take the lead for building maintenance, compliance and repairs and be responsible for managing a team of skilled and passionate individuals, providing the vision and leadership needed to continue the conservation and development of the estate. Collaboration and working across departments are vital, and you will work particularly closely with the Farm and Countryside Manager, the Head Gardener, the Visitor Experience Manager, the Food and Beverage Manager, Retail Manager and the Property Operations Manager as well as the wider regional team. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you, if you are: experienced in managing facilities, or supervising, and looking to develop your career keenly interested in looking after buildings and assets to a high standard skilled in managing relations with contractors focused on detail, especially to do with health and safety and compliance knowledgeable of environmental and climate initiatives able to manage large maintenance budgets and make sure projects run smoothly. Applications from National Trust redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below: experience in leading compliance with health, safety, fire, and security regulations proven ability lead and develop a team experience planning maintenance in buildings budget management skills customer service skills The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
The Wimpole Estate is a truly amazing place, which includes the Hall, Gardens, Parkland and Farms forming one of the National Trust's largest working estates. After a process of planning for the future and significant investment in infrastructure the estate is poised to fulfil its next exciting chapter. The Facilities Manager role is part of this continued story - it is a key leadership role and the driving force behind delivering excellence across the estate. To help us meet this challenge we are looking for a Facilities Manager to lead the Facilities Team in delivering a programme of works across the estate in addition to being a strong and motivational day to day manager. Working with the General Manager and as part of the Property Leadership Team, you'll deliver innovative solutions that will enable us to deliver our vision across the site. With your dedication, excellent people engagement skills and desire to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. What it's like to work here Working at the Wimpole Estate, you'll be a key figure and hold key stakeholder relationships on behalf of the organisation. As one of the National Trust's top visitor businesses (with 390,000 visitors per annum) including three food and beverage outlets and a shop plus an in hand lowland arable farm and livestock farm open to the public, Wimpole has endless potential to deliver exceptional experiences every day and make a significant contribution to the charity's culture, climate, and nature ambitions. You'll have the opportunity to have significant impact in the estate's 50-year masterplan development, leaving Wimpole more financially secure and cared-for for future generations. Working at Wimpole is about working as one team to look after this special place and to continue to provide our visitors with memorable and meaningful experiences. What you'll be doing Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Facilities Manager is a key role within the Property Leadership Team. This role combines strategy and planning, practical work and team leadership. You will take the lead for building maintenance, compliance and repairs and be responsible for managing a team of skilled and passionate individuals, providing the vision and leadership needed to continue the conservation and development of the estate. Collaboration and working across departments are vital, and you will work particularly closely with the Farm and Countryside Manager, the Head Gardener, the Visitor Experience Manager, the Food and Beverage Manager, Retail Manager and the Property Operations Manager as well as the wider regional team. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you, if you are: experienced in managing facilities, or supervising, and looking to develop your career keenly interested in looking after buildings and assets to a high standard skilled in managing relations with contractors focused on detail, especially to do with health and safety and compliance knowledgeable of environmental and climate initiatives able to manage large maintenance budgets and make sure projects run smoothly. Applications from National Trust redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below: experience in leading compliance with health, safety, fire, and security regulations proven ability lead and develop a team experience planning maintenance in buildings budget management skills customer service skills The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places
Location: Onsite in Marylebone Contract: Fixed-term contract until 2027 Hours: Full-time Salary: £61,388 per annum Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client in their search for a Senior Facilities Manage r . The organisation is a renowned, music specialist higher education institution based in Central London, searching for an experienced and proactive professional to lead estate management operations and ensure the smooth running of facilities on a day-to-day basis. Responsibilities Lead delivery of the Estates strategy, overseeing all operational facilities management and ensuring excellent customer service. Manage operational teams, service providers, and contractors across soft services, hard services, M&E, fire, telephony, and security. Oversee security operations (access, keys, CCTV, security staff) and act as the out of hours emergency contact. Maintain responsibility for key licences, the asset register, and Health & Safety compliance. Monitor external contracts, procurement, budgets, and supplier performance to ensure value for money and best practice. Manage contract documentation, operational processes, and Estates related project work. Drive continuous improvement and carry out additional duties as required by the Director of Finance. Requirements Recent experience in a similar role, ideally within the higher education or not-for-profit sector. Excellent operations, project, and estate management knowledge, including ability to oversee multiple sights and engaging suppliers/contractors. Ability to make quick decisions with significant impact., and take ownership of decisions to successful resolution. Proactive nature and strong attention to detail. Confident managing teams and supporting professional development. High quality communication and interpersonal skills. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so please apply ASAP and submit your CV in Word format. As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Location: Onsite in Marylebone Contract: Fixed-term contract until 2027 Hours: Full-time Salary: £61,388 per annum Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client in their search for a Senior Facilities Manage r . The organisation is a renowned, music specialist higher education institution based in Central London, searching for an experienced and proactive professional to lead estate management operations and ensure the smooth running of facilities on a day-to-day basis. Responsibilities Lead delivery of the Estates strategy, overseeing all operational facilities management and ensuring excellent customer service. Manage operational teams, service providers, and contractors across soft services, hard services, M&E, fire, telephony, and security. Oversee security operations (access, keys, CCTV, security staff) and act as the out of hours emergency contact. Maintain responsibility for key licences, the asset register, and Health & Safety compliance. Monitor external contracts, procurement, budgets, and supplier performance to ensure value for money and best practice. Manage contract documentation, operational processes, and Estates related project work. Drive continuous improvement and carry out additional duties as required by the Director of Finance. Requirements Recent experience in a similar role, ideally within the higher education or not-for-profit sector. Excellent operations, project, and estate management knowledge, including ability to oversee multiple sights and engaging suppliers/contractors. Ability to make quick decisions with significant impact., and take ownership of decisions to successful resolution. Proactive nature and strong attention to detail. Confident managing teams and supporting professional development. High quality communication and interpersonal skills. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so please apply ASAP and submit your CV in Word format. As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
Maintenance Operative Hill House School, Lymington Salary up to £30k per annum DOE 40 hours per week We are now looking for a maintenance operative who can handle the responsibility of the domestic repairs & maintenance upkeep of the premises, minor projects within the site complex and all compliancy needed for the running of the site. The Role Ensure that all parts of the environment are safe, welcoming, clean, hygienic, in good repair and sensitive to the needs of the students. Provide high professional standards of record keeping and reports related to the site. Participate in and undertake regular audits of the quality system as necessary. Undertake regular inspections and address works from contractors which fall below the required standard. Ensure compliance with all current and prevailing national regulations and inspection standards relevant to core functions for this type of establishment. Take responsibility and manage maintenance of your workload. Liaise closely with the Regional Facilities Manager on larger projects and seek the Facilities Manager's regular assistance with technical matters on repair, maintenance or improvement projects. Identify projects around the facility that will improve the image, functionality, operational or educational efficiency, or use of the facility for staff, students or visitors. Ensure that projects are completed within the programme and that areas occupied by contractors/suppliers are left in good condition. Manage the upkeep of the grounds. What will you benefit from As a maintenance operative, you will, of course, achieve greatness, and for your hard work and commitment, we will reward you! Flexible working Monday to Friday Holiday: 25 days holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our managers have been promoted from within our group through our leadership programme Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice, including employee assistance Stunning working environments in beautiful houses and locations, with the very best facilities for our teams Refer a friend scheme that offers a bonus every time you refer a friend or family that joins us About the School: Hill House School is a 52 week residential special school providing quality care and education for young people between the ages of 11 and 19 with a diagnosis of autism, or whose difficulties place them on the autistic continuum. Our students often have complex needs, associated learning difficulties and challenging behaviours. The school is in the heart of the New Forest, a beautiful location which is also close to the coast. ?The Cambian Group We are one of the largest providers of specialist education and behavioural health services for children and adults in the UK. We provide a broad range of services across the UK including specialist education schools and colleges for residential and day students, residential care homes and a therapeutic fostering service. We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and reference checks. We will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will be purely based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share the information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Maintenance Operative Hill House School, Lymington Salary up to £30k per annum DOE 40 hours per week We are now looking for a maintenance operative who can handle the responsibility of the domestic repairs & maintenance upkeep of the premises, minor projects within the site complex and all compliancy needed for the running of the site. The Role Ensure that all parts of the environment are safe, welcoming, clean, hygienic, in good repair and sensitive to the needs of the students. Provide high professional standards of record keeping and reports related to the site. Participate in and undertake regular audits of the quality system as necessary. Undertake regular inspections and address works from contractors which fall below the required standard. Ensure compliance with all current and prevailing national regulations and inspection standards relevant to core functions for this type of establishment. Take responsibility and manage maintenance of your workload. Liaise closely with the Regional Facilities Manager on larger projects and seek the Facilities Manager's regular assistance with technical matters on repair, maintenance or improvement projects. Identify projects around the facility that will improve the image, functionality, operational or educational efficiency, or use of the facility for staff, students or visitors. Ensure that projects are completed within the programme and that areas occupied by contractors/suppliers are left in good condition. Manage the upkeep of the grounds. What will you benefit from As a maintenance operative, you will, of course, achieve greatness, and for your hard work and commitment, we will reward you! Flexible working Monday to Friday Holiday: 25 days holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our managers have been promoted from within our group through our leadership programme Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice, including employee assistance Stunning working environments in beautiful houses and locations, with the very best facilities for our teams Refer a friend scheme that offers a bonus every time you refer a friend or family that joins us About the School: Hill House School is a 52 week residential special school providing quality care and education for young people between the ages of 11 and 19 with a diagnosis of autism, or whose difficulties place them on the autistic continuum. Our students often have complex needs, associated learning difficulties and challenging behaviours. The school is in the heart of the New Forest, a beautiful location which is also close to the coast. ?The Cambian Group We are one of the largest providers of specialist education and behavioural health services for children and adults in the UK. We provide a broad range of services across the UK including specialist education schools and colleges for residential and day students, residential care homes and a therapeutic fostering service. We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and reference checks. We will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will be purely based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share the information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
Helpdesk Administrator Basildon (Office-Based) £12.71 per hour Full Time Contract The Company A well-established and growing Facilities Management provider delivering hard and soft FM services across commercial and public sector contracts nationwide. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an organised and customer-focused Helpdesk Administrator to join their busy support team. The Role As a Helpdesk Administrator, you will be the first point of contact for clients, engineers, and subcontractors, ensuring all reactive and planned maintenance jobs are logged, scheduled, and completed within SLA. This is a fast-paced role that requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication. Key Responsibilities Answering incoming calls and emails from clients and tenants Logging reactive maintenance jobs onto the CAFM system Scheduling engineers and subcontractors Monitoring job progress and ensuring SLA compliance Raising purchase orders and processing invoices Updating clients with job status reports Supporting Contract Managers with administrative duties Ensuring accurate record keeping and system updates About You Previous experience in a Helpdesk, FM, or property maintenance environment preferred Experience using CAFM systems (e.g., Concept, Maximo, Planet FM, etc.) desirable Strong administrative and organisational skills Confident communicator with good telephone manner Ability to prioritise workload in a busy environment Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Feb 25, 2026
Contractor
Helpdesk Administrator Basildon (Office-Based) £12.71 per hour Full Time Contract The Company A well-established and growing Facilities Management provider delivering hard and soft FM services across commercial and public sector contracts nationwide. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an organised and customer-focused Helpdesk Administrator to join their busy support team. The Role As a Helpdesk Administrator, you will be the first point of contact for clients, engineers, and subcontractors, ensuring all reactive and planned maintenance jobs are logged, scheduled, and completed within SLA. This is a fast-paced role that requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication. Key Responsibilities Answering incoming calls and emails from clients and tenants Logging reactive maintenance jobs onto the CAFM system Scheduling engineers and subcontractors Monitoring job progress and ensuring SLA compliance Raising purchase orders and processing invoices Updating clients with job status reports Supporting Contract Managers with administrative duties Ensuring accurate record keeping and system updates About You Previous experience in a Helpdesk, FM, or property maintenance environment preferred Experience using CAFM systems (e.g., Concept, Maximo, Planet FM, etc.) desirable Strong administrative and organisational skills Confident communicator with good telephone manner Ability to prioritise workload in a busy environment Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Do you thrive on delivering high-quality facilities management? A leading company in the Facilities Management sector is looking for a Total Facilities Manager in Ceredigion to oversee integrated services and drive operational excellence. The Role As the Total Facilities Manager, you ll: Manage planned and reactive maintenance, engineering systems, and soft FM services. Lead site teams to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient service delivery. Build strong stakeholder relationships and act as the key point of contact. Monitor KPIs, SLAs, budgets, and financial performance. Drive continuous improvement and identify cost-saving or revenue opportunities. You To be successful in the role of Total Facilities Manager, you ll bring: 3+ years experience managing integrated FM services, with a preference for public sector experience. Strong knowledge of hard and soft FM operations. Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills. A commercially focused mindset with budget management experience. IOSH Managing Safely certification or equivalent. What's in it for you? This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead FM services in a dynamic environment with a focus on continual improvement and high standards. Apply Now! To apply for the position of Total Facilities Manager, click Apply Now and send your CV to Joel Powney or Megan Gale. Interviews are taking place now and don t miss your chance to join.
Feb 25, 2026
Contractor
Do you thrive on delivering high-quality facilities management? A leading company in the Facilities Management sector is looking for a Total Facilities Manager in Ceredigion to oversee integrated services and drive operational excellence. The Role As the Total Facilities Manager, you ll: Manage planned and reactive maintenance, engineering systems, and soft FM services. Lead site teams to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient service delivery. Build strong stakeholder relationships and act as the key point of contact. Monitor KPIs, SLAs, budgets, and financial performance. Drive continuous improvement and identify cost-saving or revenue opportunities. You To be successful in the role of Total Facilities Manager, you ll bring: 3+ years experience managing integrated FM services, with a preference for public sector experience. Strong knowledge of hard and soft FM operations. Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills. A commercially focused mindset with budget management experience. IOSH Managing Safely certification or equivalent. What's in it for you? This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead FM services in a dynamic environment with a focus on continual improvement and high standards. Apply Now! To apply for the position of Total Facilities Manager, click Apply Now and send your CV to Joel Powney or Megan Gale. Interviews are taking place now and don t miss your chance to join.
Electrical, Mechanical, Data Centre Technical Operations Engineer 6 months London - 5 days a week in the office Join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. This engineering operations technician position serves as the on-site maintenance technician and operator for an AWS data centre. The Data Centre Engineering Operations Technician (EOT) is responsible for operating and maintaining all electrical, mechanical, emergency generator, and fire/life safety equipment within the data centre. The EOT serves as a technical resource to support within its data centres. Data centre equipment that supports mission-critical Servers must maintain better than 99.999% uptime. EOT's are also tasked with driving innovation while reducing operational costs in the facilities. Key job responsibilities - Operate and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment - Troubleshooting of facility and rack-level events within internal SLAs - Perform limited maintenance tasks to include: filter changes, HVAC PMs, rack power installs, rack PDU, and rack ATS replacements - Provide support to Data Centre Operations technicians - Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures - Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to while performing work - Take daily operational readings of all mechanical and electrical equipment through routine rounds/log taking (temperatures, voltages, currents, etc.) - Utilise internal CMMS to manage building workflows and spare part inventory - Supervise contractors who perform servicing or preventive maintenance - Respond to off hour emergency calls per on call rotation for any one of the region's sites - Fully comply with all physical security procedures and policies Safety - Follow and maintain the highest safety standards and diligently encourage a world-class safety culture. As a facility owner team, ensure remediation of safety risks/issues in conjunction with other teams. Own the safety initiatives and projects to foster strong safety culture. Engineering & Facility Operations and Maintenance - Operational experience and familiarity with electrical and mechanical equipment, including Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS's), Switchgear, Circuit Breakers, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS's), Diesel Generators, Chillers, Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC), Exhaust Fans, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD's), and Transformers Basic qualifications - City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent - Knowledge and experience of mechanical systems (Mechanical, HVAC systems, Controls), or knowledge and experience of key electrical competencies and theory Preferred qualifications - Experienced within data centre engineering operations experience - Bachelors degree in electrical, mechanical
Feb 25, 2026
Contractor
Electrical, Mechanical, Data Centre Technical Operations Engineer 6 months London - 5 days a week in the office Join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. This engineering operations technician position serves as the on-site maintenance technician and operator for an AWS data centre. The Data Centre Engineering Operations Technician (EOT) is responsible for operating and maintaining all electrical, mechanical, emergency generator, and fire/life safety equipment within the data centre. The EOT serves as a technical resource to support within its data centres. Data centre equipment that supports mission-critical Servers must maintain better than 99.999% uptime. EOT's are also tasked with driving innovation while reducing operational costs in the facilities. Key job responsibilities - Operate and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment - Troubleshooting of facility and rack-level events within internal SLAs - Perform limited maintenance tasks to include: filter changes, HVAC PMs, rack power installs, rack PDU, and rack ATS replacements - Provide support to Data Centre Operations technicians - Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures - Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to while performing work - Take daily operational readings of all mechanical and electrical equipment through routine rounds/log taking (temperatures, voltages, currents, etc.) - Utilise internal CMMS to manage building workflows and spare part inventory - Supervise contractors who perform servicing or preventive maintenance - Respond to off hour emergency calls per on call rotation for any one of the region's sites - Fully comply with all physical security procedures and policies Safety - Follow and maintain the highest safety standards and diligently encourage a world-class safety culture. As a facility owner team, ensure remediation of safety risks/issues in conjunction with other teams. Own the safety initiatives and projects to foster strong safety culture. Engineering & Facility Operations and Maintenance - Operational experience and familiarity with electrical and mechanical equipment, including Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS's), Switchgear, Circuit Breakers, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS's), Diesel Generators, Chillers, Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC), Exhaust Fans, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD's), and Transformers Basic qualifications - City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent - Knowledge and experience of mechanical systems (Mechanical, HVAC systems, Controls), or knowledge and experience of key electrical competencies and theory Preferred qualifications - Experienced within data centre engineering operations experience - Bachelors degree in electrical, mechanical
Procurement Manager Hybrid (Bristol area) £50,000 - £60,000 DOE Permanent, Full-time A rapidly growing technology manufacturer is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to support the sourcing and supply of critical components used in the build of advanced computing systems. The Procurement Manager will take ownership of purchasing strategy, supplier management, and cost control across a range of electronic and mechanical components. This position is central to ensuring production continuity, maintaining strong supplier partnerships, and responding effectively to market fluctuations within global electronics supply chains. Candidate Requirements Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or equivalent professional qualification (CIPS desirable) Minimum 3 years' experience in procurement or purchasing within a manufacturing environment Strong background in supplier negotiation and contract management Understanding of BOM structures, ERP/MRP systems, and production supply planning Exposure to global sourcing, logistics, or import/export processes is beneficial Confident communicator with strong analytical and problem-solving skills Comfortable operating in a dynamic, deadline-driven setting Desirable Experience Procurement experience within electronics, computing, or other high-tech industries Familiarity with semiconductor-driven supply markets Experience supporting cost-reduction or operational improvement programmes ERP proficiency and strong systems capability The business operates in a fast-paced, engineering-led environment, delivering high-performance hardware solutions to demanding commercial clients. With continued investment in new facilities and expansion plans, this is an excellent opportunity to join a scaling team where procurement plays a key role in operational success. If you're looking to join a team with aa great culture that's on an exciting point of growth - APPLY NOW or DM me for more info!
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Procurement Manager Hybrid (Bristol area) £50,000 - £60,000 DOE Permanent, Full-time A rapidly growing technology manufacturer is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to support the sourcing and supply of critical components used in the build of advanced computing systems. The Procurement Manager will take ownership of purchasing strategy, supplier management, and cost control across a range of electronic and mechanical components. This position is central to ensuring production continuity, maintaining strong supplier partnerships, and responding effectively to market fluctuations within global electronics supply chains. Candidate Requirements Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or equivalent professional qualification (CIPS desirable) Minimum 3 years' experience in procurement or purchasing within a manufacturing environment Strong background in supplier negotiation and contract management Understanding of BOM structures, ERP/MRP systems, and production supply planning Exposure to global sourcing, logistics, or import/export processes is beneficial Confident communicator with strong analytical and problem-solving skills Comfortable operating in a dynamic, deadline-driven setting Desirable Experience Procurement experience within electronics, computing, or other high-tech industries Familiarity with semiconductor-driven supply markets Experience supporting cost-reduction or operational improvement programmes ERP proficiency and strong systems capability The business operates in a fast-paced, engineering-led environment, delivering high-performance hardware solutions to demanding commercial clients. With continued investment in new facilities and expansion plans, this is an excellent opportunity to join a scaling team where procurement plays a key role in operational success. If you're looking to join a team with aa great culture that's on an exciting point of growth - APPLY NOW or DM me for more info!
Our client is looking for a Contract Manager with M&E experience to be based in Orkney . As a Contracts Manager, youll play a vital role in leading Hard FM services, helping to deliver safe, compliant and high-performing facilities within a complexenvironment. The Role You will be responsible for the overall operational, commercial and financial performance of the Hard FM contract, ensuring excellent click apply for full job details
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Our client is looking for a Contract Manager with M&E experience to be based in Orkney . As a Contracts Manager, youll play a vital role in leading Hard FM services, helping to deliver safe, compliant and high-performing facilities within a complexenvironment. The Role You will be responsible for the overall operational, commercial and financial performance of the Hard FM contract, ensuring excellent click apply for full job details
Our respected client, a trusted partner to the UK's Ministry of Defence, is seeking skilled engineers to join the Test Equipment Hardware Design Capability group. This team operates within the Test Equipment Centre of Excellence (TE CofEx), part of the Electronic Engineering (EE) Directorate. The EE Directorate sits within the broader Operations Directorate, forming a key pillar of Greater Engineering, which encompasses Engineering, Operations, and Programmes. Key Responsibilities: Prepare specifications and develop designs to meet quality and technical standards Investigate technical issues and propose effective solutions Conduct design appraisals to ensure compliance with standards Define test strategies and suggest improvements to diagnostic processes Collaborate on planning, risk, and quality with the Engineering Project Manager Produce documentation to support in-service product use Contribute to bid preparation and identify business opportunities Manage budgets and lead, develop, and motivate team members Report progress against work programmes and make engineering decisions Optimise team size and support junior staff while staying current in technical areas What do you need?: Interpret and understand technical requirements and drawings to develop automated test facilities and procedures that support production operations. Possess contemporary working knowledge of electronics. Have a solid understanding of modern test techniques and methodologies, including ICT, Functional Test, and Boundary Scan. Demonstrate experience in designing measurement systems, including the applicability of instruments, power distribution, and grounding. Exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Have significant experience in creating Automated Test Equipment. Preferably have experience using NI LabVIEW and/or TestStand. Preferably have experience in Boundary Scan and XJtag. What happens now? Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application. Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team. More about the role: For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air. This role is based at our client's headquarters in Stevenage, a key location for missile operations. The site offers excellent transportation links, an onsite gym, and a coffee shop. Training and development opportunities are available to all employees. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Feb 25, 2026
Contractor
Our respected client, a trusted partner to the UK's Ministry of Defence, is seeking skilled engineers to join the Test Equipment Hardware Design Capability group. This team operates within the Test Equipment Centre of Excellence (TE CofEx), part of the Electronic Engineering (EE) Directorate. The EE Directorate sits within the broader Operations Directorate, forming a key pillar of Greater Engineering, which encompasses Engineering, Operations, and Programmes. Key Responsibilities: Prepare specifications and develop designs to meet quality and technical standards Investigate technical issues and propose effective solutions Conduct design appraisals to ensure compliance with standards Define test strategies and suggest improvements to diagnostic processes Collaborate on planning, risk, and quality with the Engineering Project Manager Produce documentation to support in-service product use Contribute to bid preparation and identify business opportunities Manage budgets and lead, develop, and motivate team members Report progress against work programmes and make engineering decisions Optimise team size and support junior staff while staying current in technical areas What do you need?: Interpret and understand technical requirements and drawings to develop automated test facilities and procedures that support production operations. Possess contemporary working knowledge of electronics. Have a solid understanding of modern test techniques and methodologies, including ICT, Functional Test, and Boundary Scan. Demonstrate experience in designing measurement systems, including the applicability of instruments, power distribution, and grounding. Exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Have significant experience in creating Automated Test Equipment. Preferably have experience using NI LabVIEW and/or TestStand. Preferably have experience in Boundary Scan and XJtag. What happens now? Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application. Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team. More about the role: For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air. This role is based at our client's headquarters in Stevenage, a key location for missile operations. The site offers excellent transportation links, an onsite gym, and a coffee shop. Training and development opportunities are available to all employees. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
