Senior DevOps Engineer, SC Cleared (MOD/Defence) - Bristol / Corsham / Hybrid Outside IR per day Contract role for a defence consultancy on a MOD project for a senior DevOps engineer. You'll be responsible for maintaining and supporting a critical application within a highly secure, air-gapped client environment across both Windows and Linux platforms. The role will involve building confidence in manual deployments through structured knowledge transfer and shadowing, while gradually taking ownership of deployment and support activities. You'll use your scripting knowledge in areas such as Bash, SQL, and automation to help streamline deployments and operational processes, while also developing hands-on experience with Docker and containerised environments. There will also be the opportunity to progress into using Ansible to help automate and accelerate deployments, supported by established documentation and experienced team members. Working closely with architecture, testing, and data migration teams, you'll play a key part in ensuring successful delivery across the wider programme, while also providing support and guidance to more junior DevOps engineers within the project team. You will need to have current SC clearance and start within 2 weeks of offer.
May 12, 2026
Contractor
Senior DevOps Engineer, SC Cleared (MOD/Defence) - Bristol / Corsham / Hybrid Outside IR per day Contract role for a defence consultancy on a MOD project for a senior DevOps engineer. You'll be responsible for maintaining and supporting a critical application within a highly secure, air-gapped client environment across both Windows and Linux platforms. The role will involve building confidence in manual deployments through structured knowledge transfer and shadowing, while gradually taking ownership of deployment and support activities. You'll use your scripting knowledge in areas such as Bash, SQL, and automation to help streamline deployments and operational processes, while also developing hands-on experience with Docker and containerised environments. There will also be the opportunity to progress into using Ansible to help automate and accelerate deployments, supported by established documentation and experienced team members. Working closely with architecture, testing, and data migration teams, you'll play a key part in ensuring successful delivery across the wider programme, while also providing support and guidance to more junior DevOps engineers within the project team. You will need to have current SC clearance and start within 2 weeks of offer.
QA Engineer Ampthill Paying up to 45,000 (DOE) Please note - due to the nature of the role you all applicants need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK security clearance Key Responsibilities Work across multiple projects being the point of contact for quality issues. Manage non-conformances through the process, including facilitating RCCA Documentation reviews and approvals Attending design reviews Input to bids and proposals for quality Essential Skills & Experience Proven ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while maintaining high attention to detail. Confidence in engaging with stakeholders at all levels, from the shop floor to senior management, across a variety of technical and non-technical backgrounds. Strong decision-making capability, with a willingness to take ownership and accountability for resolving issues through to completion. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex information. High level of proficiency in IT systems, including Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Experience with SAP Quality module is desirable but not essential. Demonstrable experience in conducting root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions is essential. Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g. ISO standards) would be advantageous Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
May 12, 2026
Full time
QA Engineer Ampthill Paying up to 45,000 (DOE) Please note - due to the nature of the role you all applicants need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK security clearance Key Responsibilities Work across multiple projects being the point of contact for quality issues. Manage non-conformances through the process, including facilitating RCCA Documentation reviews and approvals Attending design reviews Input to bids and proposals for quality Essential Skills & Experience Proven ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while maintaining high attention to detail. Confidence in engaging with stakeholders at all levels, from the shop floor to senior management, across a variety of technical and non-technical backgrounds. Strong decision-making capability, with a willingness to take ownership and accountability for resolving issues through to completion. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex information. High level of proficiency in IT systems, including Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Experience with SAP Quality module is desirable but not essential. Demonstrable experience in conducting root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions is essential. Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g. ISO standards) would be advantageous Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
Principal Site Reliability Engineer x5 (SC Cleared) South England - hybrid working - 70,000 - 90,000 + perm benefits We are seeking experienced Principal Site Reliability Engineers (SRE) to join a high-performing engineering team delivering resilient, cloud-native platforms for UK-based customers. These roles blend senior technical leadership with hands-on delivery, covering both project-based work and the ongoing reliability, scalability, and security of critical services. You'll work closely with other senior engineers in small, collaborative teams, taking ownership of platform reliability, setting best practices, and mentoring others. The role supports critical national infrastructure, requires participation in an on-call rota, and operates within a hybrid working model across UK offices, client sites, and home. Key responsibilities Design, build, and maintain highly available, scalable, and resilient platforms, prioritising standardisation, reuse, and automation Champion GitOps-first approaches, minimising manual configuration ("ClickOps") Lead and contribute to Site Reliability Engineering practices, including error budgets, SLOs, SLIs, and incident management Work in agile delivery teams, aligning engineering outcomes to customer and service reliability goals Operate within defined on-call rotas, supporting services underpinning critical national infrastructure Provide technical leadership and mentorship, developing the capability of engineers across teams Promote and embed best practices in reliability, security, observability, and automation Contribute to the evolution of cloud-native and SRE standards, patterns, and platform strategies Skills and experience Proven leadership experience in Site Reliability Engineering or senior platform engineering roles Strong expertise in Kubernetes and OpenShift (CKA/CKS certifications beneficial) Experience designing complex multi-cloud or hybrid architectures Hands-on knowledge of service mesh technologies such as Istio Experience with enterprise-grade databases, including EDB Postgres Deep understanding of observability and monitoring stacks, such as Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, Tempo, and LogiStack Strong Infrastructure as Code experience using tools such as Helm or Kustomize Proficiency in scripting and automation, including Bash and Python CI/CD and GitOps pipeline management using tools such as ArgoCD, FluxCD, or Tekton Experience with Red Hat ACM/ACS and advanced container networking (e.g. Submariner) A strong focus on reliability, automation, and operational excellence
May 12, 2026
Full time
Principal Site Reliability Engineer x5 (SC Cleared) South England - hybrid working - 70,000 - 90,000 + perm benefits We are seeking experienced Principal Site Reliability Engineers (SRE) to join a high-performing engineering team delivering resilient, cloud-native platforms for UK-based customers. These roles blend senior technical leadership with hands-on delivery, covering both project-based work and the ongoing reliability, scalability, and security of critical services. You'll work closely with other senior engineers in small, collaborative teams, taking ownership of platform reliability, setting best practices, and mentoring others. The role supports critical national infrastructure, requires participation in an on-call rota, and operates within a hybrid working model across UK offices, client sites, and home. Key responsibilities Design, build, and maintain highly available, scalable, and resilient platforms, prioritising standardisation, reuse, and automation Champion GitOps-first approaches, minimising manual configuration ("ClickOps") Lead and contribute to Site Reliability Engineering practices, including error budgets, SLOs, SLIs, and incident management Work in agile delivery teams, aligning engineering outcomes to customer and service reliability goals Operate within defined on-call rotas, supporting services underpinning critical national infrastructure Provide technical leadership and mentorship, developing the capability of engineers across teams Promote and embed best practices in reliability, security, observability, and automation Contribute to the evolution of cloud-native and SRE standards, patterns, and platform strategies Skills and experience Proven leadership experience in Site Reliability Engineering or senior platform engineering roles Strong expertise in Kubernetes and OpenShift (CKA/CKS certifications beneficial) Experience designing complex multi-cloud or hybrid architectures Hands-on knowledge of service mesh technologies such as Istio Experience with enterprise-grade databases, including EDB Postgres Deep understanding of observability and monitoring stacks, such as Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, Tempo, and LogiStack Strong Infrastructure as Code experience using tools such as Helm or Kustomize Proficiency in scripting and automation, including Bash and Python CI/CD and GitOps pipeline management using tools such as ArgoCD, FluxCD, or Tekton Experience with Red Hat ACM/ACS and advanced container networking (e.g. Submariner) A strong focus on reliability, automation, and operational excellence
Senior HR Advisor North Derbyshire - on site up to 40,000 plus benefits Fast paced and growing business A family feel and rapidly growing business based north Derby is seeking a Senior HR Advisor to join their close knit HR team at a key part of their growth. The successful Senior HR Advisor will have a proven track record as a HR Advisor ideally from industries such as logistics, engineering or similar (though not essential). This is a fantastic opportunity to make a true impact within a business and be an innovator of new ideas and play a key part in rolling them out to help ensure the people strategy supports the growth of the business. This is a full time, permanent role which is fully office based. Day to day duties may include: Overseeing all recruitment and supporting managers with advertising, screening and supporting with interviews. Managing the recruitment ATS and ensure line managers are coached on best practise. Lead on the full employee lifecycle including onboarding, supporting the HR Administrator to ensure full compliance. Lead on Employee Relations matters, managing cases from start to finish and supporting managers on policy and procedures Support Senior Leadership with general benefits management including salary benchmarking, succession planning and managing the company's benefits platform. Project related support including leading on the employee engagement surveys, HR Data collection and reporting whilst also presenting on new ways of working to leadership. The successful Senior HR Advisor will have a track record as a HR Advisor within a business that is growing and evolving and has circa 200 employees across multi site. You must be CIPD Level 5 qualified as a minimum (or similar) mixed with practical based experience. You will be happy to work in a fast paced, people focused environment where relationship building is key to success At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
May 12, 2026
Full time
Senior HR Advisor North Derbyshire - on site up to 40,000 plus benefits Fast paced and growing business A family feel and rapidly growing business based north Derby is seeking a Senior HR Advisor to join their close knit HR team at a key part of their growth. The successful Senior HR Advisor will have a proven track record as a HR Advisor ideally from industries such as logistics, engineering or similar (though not essential). This is a fantastic opportunity to make a true impact within a business and be an innovator of new ideas and play a key part in rolling them out to help ensure the people strategy supports the growth of the business. This is a full time, permanent role which is fully office based. Day to day duties may include: Overseeing all recruitment and supporting managers with advertising, screening and supporting with interviews. Managing the recruitment ATS and ensure line managers are coached on best practise. Lead on the full employee lifecycle including onboarding, supporting the HR Administrator to ensure full compliance. Lead on Employee Relations matters, managing cases from start to finish and supporting managers on policy and procedures Support Senior Leadership with general benefits management including salary benchmarking, succession planning and managing the company's benefits platform. Project related support including leading on the employee engagement surveys, HR Data collection and reporting whilst also presenting on new ways of working to leadership. The successful Senior HR Advisor will have a track record as a HR Advisor within a business that is growing and evolving and has circa 200 employees across multi site. You must be CIPD Level 5 qualified as a minimum (or similar) mixed with practical based experience. You will be happy to work in a fast paced, people focused environment where relationship building is key to success At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Finance Manager job near Runcorn for a growing SME System: XeroTurnover: £5mReporting: Managing Director; partnered with external accountants for year-endHays Senior Finance are working with a growing SME based near Runcorn. This established private company works with leading brands across the country offering a niche service and products. The business has been trading for 25 years and has long-standing relationships with its customers. Due to impending retirement the company is looking to appoint a Finance Manager to take full responsibility for all accounts matters. As Finance Manager you will own the day to day finance function end to end. This is a standalone role-ideal for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves across transactional accounting while also producing timely management accounts, cash insights and partnering with the leadership team in a growing, project driven environment. You'll also liaise with the external accountants, who sign off the year end accounts. Key responsibilities Own all transactional finance: AP/AR, bank reconciliations, credit control, staff expenses, company card and petty cash, fixed asset register, VAT returns (MTD), payroll input/checks (with provider). Monthly close in Xero: journals, accruals/prepayments, WIP and project costings, stock and COGS checks, balance sheet recs, variance analysis, KPI pack and board commentary. Cash management: 13-week cash flow, customer collections, supplier terms, payment runs and liquidity planning. Project accounting: margin tracking by job, kits/components, engineers' time/call outs, and post implementation reviews to support continuous improvement. Budgeting & forecasting: support annual budget; update rolling forecasts and scenario analyses. Year end: manage queries with external accountants through to signed accounts and submission. Controls & compliance: maintain fit for purpose policies, support HMRC compliance (VAT, PAYE), and drive process automation in Xero (bank rules, approvals, dashboards, add ons). Business partnering: collaborate with Operations, Projects and Sales to improve margins, pricing discipline and working capital. About you Qualified, part qualified or QBE (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with end to end SME finance experience. Xero or Sage Line 50 superuser who enjoys streamlining processes and building insightful dashboards. Comfortable in a standalone setting-organised, detail driven and proactive. Exposure to project/contract or manufacturing/assembly environments is helpful. Strong communication skills with the credibility to challenge and support non finance colleagues. Confident producing management accounts, cash flow forecasts and board ready packs. Right to work in the UK. Why join? Make a visible impact in an established, growing business delivering innovative solutions for blue chip customers. Autonomy to shape the finance function and implement best practice processes in Xero. Direct access to decision makers and genuine influence on performance, profitability and cash. 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. #
May 12, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager job near Runcorn for a growing SME System: XeroTurnover: £5mReporting: Managing Director; partnered with external accountants for year-endHays Senior Finance are working with a growing SME based near Runcorn. This established private company works with leading brands across the country offering a niche service and products. The business has been trading for 25 years and has long-standing relationships with its customers. Due to impending retirement the company is looking to appoint a Finance Manager to take full responsibility for all accounts matters. As Finance Manager you will own the day to day finance function end to end. This is a standalone role-ideal for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves across transactional accounting while also producing timely management accounts, cash insights and partnering with the leadership team in a growing, project driven environment. You'll also liaise with the external accountants, who sign off the year end accounts. Key responsibilities Own all transactional finance: AP/AR, bank reconciliations, credit control, staff expenses, company card and petty cash, fixed asset register, VAT returns (MTD), payroll input/checks (with provider). Monthly close in Xero: journals, accruals/prepayments, WIP and project costings, stock and COGS checks, balance sheet recs, variance analysis, KPI pack and board commentary. Cash management: 13-week cash flow, customer collections, supplier terms, payment runs and liquidity planning. Project accounting: margin tracking by job, kits/components, engineers' time/call outs, and post implementation reviews to support continuous improvement. Budgeting & forecasting: support annual budget; update rolling forecasts and scenario analyses. Year end: manage queries with external accountants through to signed accounts and submission. Controls & compliance: maintain fit for purpose policies, support HMRC compliance (VAT, PAYE), and drive process automation in Xero (bank rules, approvals, dashboards, add ons). Business partnering: collaborate with Operations, Projects and Sales to improve margins, pricing discipline and working capital. About you Qualified, part qualified or QBE (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with end to end SME finance experience. Xero or Sage Line 50 superuser who enjoys streamlining processes and building insightful dashboards. Comfortable in a standalone setting-organised, detail driven and proactive. Exposure to project/contract or manufacturing/assembly environments is helpful. Strong communication skills with the credibility to challenge and support non finance colleagues. Confident producing management accounts, cash flow forecasts and board ready packs. Right to work in the UK. Why join? Make a visible impact in an established, growing business delivering innovative solutions for blue chip customers. Autonomy to shape the finance function and implement best practice processes in Xero. Direct access to decision makers and genuine influence on performance, profitability and cash. 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. #
eDV Network Security Architect/Senior Network Engineer Location: West (100% onsite) Clearance: Active UK eDV (Enhanced Developed Vetting) required Sector: UK Defence/National Security Type: Contract or Perm (depending on candidate) Day Rate or Salary: Contact Me for info Role overview: We are looking for an eDV-cleared Network Security Architect/Senior Network Engineer to design, build, configure and support secure network infrastructure in a mission-critical environment. This role suits someone comfortable working hands-on across LAN/WAN, data centre networking, multi-vendor security controls, and secure site rollouts , with strong documentation capability (HLD/LLD) and confident troubleshooting. Key responsibilities: Design & implementation of secure LAN/WAN and data centre network solutions. Hands-on build/configuration of network and security devices (Routers, Switches, Firewalls). Delivery of HLD/LLD , network diagrams/topologies, and implementation/transition documentation. Secure site delivery: onsite deployments , device swap-outs, "plug-and-play" installs, and upgrade/migration support. Work across SDN/virtualised networking (eg, VMware NSX-T ) including security controls and integration. Support for DC architectures and modern fabrics (eg, EVPN-VXLAN ), plus load balancing where required. Network security operations: Firewall rule changes, access-list management, port openings, and security hardening. Monitoring/visibility and troubleshooting across enterprise environments (eg, PRTG , SolarWinds or similar). Collaboration with stakeholders, regular progress updates, and delivery of project reporting. Strong incident/problem resolution across network and system-related faults in secure environments. Contribute to security improvement initiatives (eg, controlled testing environments, IPS management). Required skills & experience (must-have): Active eDV clearance (current and transferable). Proven experience delivering secure networks in defence/government/high-security environments. Strong routing/switching background across enterprise networks: Cisco enterprise (eg, Catalyst) and/or Juniper (EX/SRX) experience. Strong Firewall/security experience in multi-vendor environments , such as: Cisco FTD , Palo Alto , Juniper SRX , Fortinet , Check Point (any combination acceptable). Solid understanding of secure access controls and enterprise authentication: 802.1X and ideally Cisco ISE . Confident producing and maintaining: HLD/LLD , topology diagrams, implementation plans, transition/migration documentation. Excellent troubleshooting skills across WAN/LAN/DC connectivity and security policy impacts. Desirable (nice-to-have): NSX-T (design/implementation/operations) and/or broader SDN exposure. Data centre technologies such as EVPN-VXLAN and modern fabric switching concepts. MPLS design/implementation and underlay routing exposure (eg, EIGRP ). Load balancing experience (eg, F5 or equivalent). Experience with crypto devices/secure communications tooling (project dependent). Agile delivery experience in infrastructure/network programmes. Why this role: High-impact work in a secure environment with meaningful, hands-on delivery. A mix of architecture, engineering, and onsite implementation (not a "paper-only" design role). Strong alignment for candidates who enjoy multi-vendor, project-based secure network delivery. If interested, please send me your most recent CV and phone number so we can speak in more detail about the role!
May 12, 2026
Contractor
eDV Network Security Architect/Senior Network Engineer Location: West (100% onsite) Clearance: Active UK eDV (Enhanced Developed Vetting) required Sector: UK Defence/National Security Type: Contract or Perm (depending on candidate) Day Rate or Salary: Contact Me for info Role overview: We are looking for an eDV-cleared Network Security Architect/Senior Network Engineer to design, build, configure and support secure network infrastructure in a mission-critical environment. This role suits someone comfortable working hands-on across LAN/WAN, data centre networking, multi-vendor security controls, and secure site rollouts , with strong documentation capability (HLD/LLD) and confident troubleshooting. Key responsibilities: Design & implementation of secure LAN/WAN and data centre network solutions. Hands-on build/configuration of network and security devices (Routers, Switches, Firewalls). Delivery of HLD/LLD , network diagrams/topologies, and implementation/transition documentation. Secure site delivery: onsite deployments , device swap-outs, "plug-and-play" installs, and upgrade/migration support. Work across SDN/virtualised networking (eg, VMware NSX-T ) including security controls and integration. Support for DC architectures and modern fabrics (eg, EVPN-VXLAN ), plus load balancing where required. Network security operations: Firewall rule changes, access-list management, port openings, and security hardening. Monitoring/visibility and troubleshooting across enterprise environments (eg, PRTG , SolarWinds or similar). Collaboration with stakeholders, regular progress updates, and delivery of project reporting. Strong incident/problem resolution across network and system-related faults in secure environments. Contribute to security improvement initiatives (eg, controlled testing environments, IPS management). Required skills & experience (must-have): Active eDV clearance (current and transferable). Proven experience delivering secure networks in defence/government/high-security environments. Strong routing/switching background across enterprise networks: Cisco enterprise (eg, Catalyst) and/or Juniper (EX/SRX) experience. Strong Firewall/security experience in multi-vendor environments , such as: Cisco FTD , Palo Alto , Juniper SRX , Fortinet , Check Point (any combination acceptable). Solid understanding of secure access controls and enterprise authentication: 802.1X and ideally Cisco ISE . Confident producing and maintaining: HLD/LLD , topology diagrams, implementation plans, transition/migration documentation. Excellent troubleshooting skills across WAN/LAN/DC connectivity and security policy impacts. Desirable (nice-to-have): NSX-T (design/implementation/operations) and/or broader SDN exposure. Data centre technologies such as EVPN-VXLAN and modern fabric switching concepts. MPLS design/implementation and underlay routing exposure (eg, EIGRP ). Load balancing experience (eg, F5 or equivalent). Experience with crypto devices/secure communications tooling (project dependent). Agile delivery experience in infrastructure/network programmes. Why this role: High-impact work in a secure environment with meaningful, hands-on delivery. A mix of architecture, engineering, and onsite implementation (not a "paper-only" design role). Strong alignment for candidates who enjoy multi-vendor, project-based secure network delivery. If interested, please send me your most recent CV and phone number so we can speak in more detail about the role!
Principal Data Engineer Location: Remote Salary: Up to £95,000 Sponsorship: Not available VIQU have partnered with a nationally recognised organisation that has recently completed a full migration from on-premise infrastructure to Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and is now building a modern, domain-oriented Data Mesh. This is a critical leadership hire as they continue to scale their cloud data platform and embed engineering excellence across multiple product domains. This is not a step-up role. They will only consider candidates with proven Principal or Lead-level experience , including clear ownership of engineers, standards, and cross-domain architectural direction. The Role As Principal Data Engineer, you will be the senior technical authority across data product squads, driving strategy, architecture, and engineering best practice. Key responsibilities include: Providing visible, hands-on technical leadership across multiple domain teams Defining how projects are approached and ensuring delivery standards are upheld Designing and governing scalable pipelines using BigQuery, Dataflow, Datastream, Data Fusion, Dataproc and Cloud Composer (Airflow) Leading best practice across dbt, Terraform, Docker and CI/CD Driving Data Mesh adoption, domain ownership, and interoperable data products Setting modelling standards across raw, curated and semantic layers Embedding governance covering lineage, MDM, data quality, PII and compliance Mentoring and challenging senior engineers to maintain high standards You will work closely with Architects and Platform Engineering to ensure performance, cost control, security and scalability across the GCP estate. What They Need 10+ years in Data Engineering Clear, demonstrable experience leading engineers at Lead/Principal level Deep, hands-on GCP experience (this is essential) Strong SQL and Python expertise Experience building cloud-native data platforms end-to-end Strong background in Data Lake/Warehouse architecture Proven experience implementing CI/CD and infrastructure as code Confidence to challenge stakeholders and influence technical direction Candidates without strong, proven leadership experience in enterprise-scale environments will not be considered. Why Join? You'll be joining at a pivotal stage in the evolution of a 100% cloud-native platform. The foundations are in place, but the Data Mesh journey is still being shaped. This is a genuine opportunity to influence architecture, standards, and the long-term engineering strategy - fully remote, with executive backing and real scope for impact. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or contact Aaron Chiverton on the VIQU website. Know someone great? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply).
May 12, 2026
Full time
Principal Data Engineer Location: Remote Salary: Up to £95,000 Sponsorship: Not available VIQU have partnered with a nationally recognised organisation that has recently completed a full migration from on-premise infrastructure to Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and is now building a modern, domain-oriented Data Mesh. This is a critical leadership hire as they continue to scale their cloud data platform and embed engineering excellence across multiple product domains. This is not a step-up role. They will only consider candidates with proven Principal or Lead-level experience , including clear ownership of engineers, standards, and cross-domain architectural direction. The Role As Principal Data Engineer, you will be the senior technical authority across data product squads, driving strategy, architecture, and engineering best practice. Key responsibilities include: Providing visible, hands-on technical leadership across multiple domain teams Defining how projects are approached and ensuring delivery standards are upheld Designing and governing scalable pipelines using BigQuery, Dataflow, Datastream, Data Fusion, Dataproc and Cloud Composer (Airflow) Leading best practice across dbt, Terraform, Docker and CI/CD Driving Data Mesh adoption, domain ownership, and interoperable data products Setting modelling standards across raw, curated and semantic layers Embedding governance covering lineage, MDM, data quality, PII and compliance Mentoring and challenging senior engineers to maintain high standards You will work closely with Architects and Platform Engineering to ensure performance, cost control, security and scalability across the GCP estate. What They Need 10+ years in Data Engineering Clear, demonstrable experience leading engineers at Lead/Principal level Deep, hands-on GCP experience (this is essential) Strong SQL and Python expertise Experience building cloud-native data platforms end-to-end Strong background in Data Lake/Warehouse architecture Proven experience implementing CI/CD and infrastructure as code Confidence to challenge stakeholders and influence technical direction Candidates without strong, proven leadership experience in enterprise-scale environments will not be considered. Why Join? You'll be joining at a pivotal stage in the evolution of a 100% cloud-native platform. The foundations are in place, but the Data Mesh journey is still being shaped. This is a genuine opportunity to influence architecture, standards, and the long-term engineering strategy - fully remote, with executive backing and real scope for impact. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or contact Aaron Chiverton on the VIQU website. Know someone great? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply).
We're looking for a Senior Highways Engineer to join our Design team based in Birmingham/Northampton. Location: Birmingham/Northampton - hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. Salary: Starting from £40,000 per annum Sector: Design - Highways We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. As a Senior Highways Engineer, you'll lead the design and delivery of highway maintenance and improvement schemes from concept through to detailed design. Supporting the Team Leader, you'll supervise and develop team members, collaborate with other disciplines, and contribute to bids, programme planning and client engagement. This is a hands-on technical role with responsibility for quality, safety, cost and programme, within a flexible, wellbeing-focused working environment. Are you An experienced highways design engineer delivering schemes from concept through to detailed design? Confident producing and checking drawings, specifications and design calculations using AutoCAD and highways design software? Chartered (CEng/Ieng) or actively working towards professional accreditation with ICE, CIHT or IHE? Comfortable managing technical quality, safety, programme and budget responsibilities on your projects? Confident working directly with clients and attending meetings are part of project delivery? Do you Have strong knowledge of DMRB and local authority highway design standards? Have experience of highway geometry, pavement design, drainage, signs & roading marking and vehicle restraint systems? Enjoy supporting, supervising and developing junior engineers within a collaborative team? Have strong understanding of CDM, health & safety requirements risk assessments? Want to work for a highly regarded Main Contractor, recognised as a Top 30 employer on Glassdoor? What will you be responsible for? As a Senior Highways Engineer, you'll be working within the Design team, supporting them in delivering highways schemes across all stages. Your day to day will include: Deliver feasibility, preliminary and detailed highway designs to DMRB and local authority standards Produce and oversee drawings, specifications and design calculations using AutoCAD and related software Develop and assess engineering options, considering safety, buildability, cost, operations and whole-life value Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams using Common Data Environments Review and check work produced by others; provide technical leadership and mentorship Prepare fee estimates, design programmes, tender and contract documentation Support bids, proposals and identification of new work opportunities Manage own project responsibilities for quality, cost, safety and programme Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships What are we looking for? This role of Senior Highways Engineer is great for you if: Extensive post-graduate experience in highways design Degree in Civil Engineering, Highways Engineering or Transportation Chartered (CEng) / Incorporated (IEng) or working towards with ICE, CIHT or IHE Strong technical knowledge of: Highway geometry and pavement design Drainage, signs & road markings, VRS (incl. RRRAP) Experience using AutoCAD and specialist highways software (e.g. Civils 3D, AutoTrack, MicroDrainage) Solid understanding of CDM, HSAWA and preparation of H&S documentation CSCS Card; SMSTS (or equivalent) Excellent communication, organisational and commercial awareness skills Full UK driving licence Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We look forward to seeing your application to . Matched pension scheme up to 7.5%, Life Assurance, Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, Discounts on go-to brands, Free Heath and wellbeing services, Training and development schemes, Electric Vehicle Leasing, Paid volunteering leave.
May 12, 2026
Full time
We're looking for a Senior Highways Engineer to join our Design team based in Birmingham/Northampton. Location: Birmingham/Northampton - hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. Salary: Starting from £40,000 per annum Sector: Design - Highways We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. As a Senior Highways Engineer, you'll lead the design and delivery of highway maintenance and improvement schemes from concept through to detailed design. Supporting the Team Leader, you'll supervise and develop team members, collaborate with other disciplines, and contribute to bids, programme planning and client engagement. This is a hands-on technical role with responsibility for quality, safety, cost and programme, within a flexible, wellbeing-focused working environment. Are you An experienced highways design engineer delivering schemes from concept through to detailed design? Confident producing and checking drawings, specifications and design calculations using AutoCAD and highways design software? Chartered (CEng/Ieng) or actively working towards professional accreditation with ICE, CIHT or IHE? Comfortable managing technical quality, safety, programme and budget responsibilities on your projects? Confident working directly with clients and attending meetings are part of project delivery? Do you Have strong knowledge of DMRB and local authority highway design standards? Have experience of highway geometry, pavement design, drainage, signs & roading marking and vehicle restraint systems? Enjoy supporting, supervising and developing junior engineers within a collaborative team? Have strong understanding of CDM, health & safety requirements risk assessments? Want to work for a highly regarded Main Contractor, recognised as a Top 30 employer on Glassdoor? What will you be responsible for? As a Senior Highways Engineer, you'll be working within the Design team, supporting them in delivering highways schemes across all stages. Your day to day will include: Deliver feasibility, preliminary and detailed highway designs to DMRB and local authority standards Produce and oversee drawings, specifications and design calculations using AutoCAD and related software Develop and assess engineering options, considering safety, buildability, cost, operations and whole-life value Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams using Common Data Environments Review and check work produced by others; provide technical leadership and mentorship Prepare fee estimates, design programmes, tender and contract documentation Support bids, proposals and identification of new work opportunities Manage own project responsibilities for quality, cost, safety and programme Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships What are we looking for? This role of Senior Highways Engineer is great for you if: Extensive post-graduate experience in highways design Degree in Civil Engineering, Highways Engineering or Transportation Chartered (CEng) / Incorporated (IEng) or working towards with ICE, CIHT or IHE Strong technical knowledge of: Highway geometry and pavement design Drainage, signs & road markings, VRS (incl. RRRAP) Experience using AutoCAD and specialist highways software (e.g. Civils 3D, AutoTrack, MicroDrainage) Solid understanding of CDM, HSAWA and preparation of H&S documentation CSCS Card; SMSTS (or equivalent) Excellent communication, organisational and commercial awareness skills Full UK driving licence Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We look forward to seeing your application to . Matched pension scheme up to 7.5%, Life Assurance, Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, Discounts on go-to brands, Free Heath and wellbeing services, Training and development schemes, Electric Vehicle Leasing, Paid volunteering leave.
We have an excellent contract job opportunity for MRO Contractor role for our leading client. Role Overview Reporting to the Head of Category, this role supports the development and execution of strategic sourcing initiatives for the MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) category. The goal is to drive cost efficiencies while enhancing service quality across the board. Contract - 6 months (with possible extension) Location - Waterside (UB7 0GB) Hybrid - 3 days per week on-site role Travel - Required as per business needs Rate - attractive daily rate (inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Collaborate with stakeholders to manage sourcing projects, ensuring alignment with governance standards and client policies. Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with global MRO vendors, ensuring quality and performance align with business objectives. Lead commercial supplier relationships, with a focus on optimising cost, value, and long-term performance. Proactively manage supplier risk to safeguard the business against financial and reputational impacts. Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities using market insights and best practices. Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex sourcing projects, often under tight deadlines. Partner with current and prospective suppliers to secure competitive pricing and terms, including the use of benchmarking and data-driven analysis to demonstrate value. Qualifications Degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Engineering, Business, or Economics. 5 to 10 years of proven experience in Procurement within the MRO sector, ideally with an airline or OEM. (Please note: candidates without relevant industry experience will not be considered.) Strong business and financial acumen, with a deep understanding of procurement strategy and execution. Demonstrated success collaborating with senior leaders and executives in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Significant procurement experience in large, complex, and globally distributed organisations. Proven ability to navigate and lead through change across people, processes, policies, and technologies. Advanced commercial expertise including contract evaluation, negotiation, and dispute resolution. Exceptional negotiation skills with a strong eye for detail. Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders. Flexibility to travel and operate across multiple locations as needed 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. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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 on our website.
May 12, 2026
Contractor
We have an excellent contract job opportunity for MRO Contractor role for our leading client. Role Overview Reporting to the Head of Category, this role supports the development and execution of strategic sourcing initiatives for the MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) category. The goal is to drive cost efficiencies while enhancing service quality across the board. Contract - 6 months (with possible extension) Location - Waterside (UB7 0GB) Hybrid - 3 days per week on-site role Travel - Required as per business needs Rate - attractive daily rate (inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Collaborate with stakeholders to manage sourcing projects, ensuring alignment with governance standards and client policies. Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with global MRO vendors, ensuring quality and performance align with business objectives. Lead commercial supplier relationships, with a focus on optimising cost, value, and long-term performance. Proactively manage supplier risk to safeguard the business against financial and reputational impacts. Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities using market insights and best practices. Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex sourcing projects, often under tight deadlines. Partner with current and prospective suppliers to secure competitive pricing and terms, including the use of benchmarking and data-driven analysis to demonstrate value. Qualifications Degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Engineering, Business, or Economics. 5 to 10 years of proven experience in Procurement within the MRO sector, ideally with an airline or OEM. (Please note: candidates without relevant industry experience will not be considered.) Strong business and financial acumen, with a deep understanding of procurement strategy and execution. Demonstrated success collaborating with senior leaders and executives in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Significant procurement experience in large, complex, and globally distributed organisations. Proven ability to navigate and lead through change across people, processes, policies, and technologies. Advanced commercial expertise including contract evaluation, negotiation, and dispute resolution. Exceptional negotiation skills with a strong eye for detail. Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders. Flexibility to travel and operate across multiple locations as needed 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. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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 on our website.
A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in Bristol seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Building Services team. This role involves designing mechanical services across diverse sectors and engaging directly with clients. Candidates should possess recognized qualifications and experience in design software, alongside strong communication and project management skills. This position offers competitive salaries, hybrid working, and a commitment to career development within a collaborative team environment.
May 12, 2026
Full time
A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in Bristol seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Building Services team. This role involves designing mechanical services across diverse sectors and engaging directly with clients. Candidates should possess recognized qualifications and experience in design software, alongside strong communication and project management skills. This position offers competitive salaries, hybrid working, and a commitment to career development within a collaborative team environment.
Blue Light Card. Individually great, together unstoppable The Role and the Team We're looking for an IT Systems Engineer to join our IT Operations team. This is a hands-on role where you'll support the day-to-day running of our IT environment while also contributing to projects that improve how we work. You'll play an important part in ensuring our systems are reliable, secure, and optimised, while helping us explore opportunities in automation, AI, and modern cloud technologies. Working closely with colleagues across London and our Head Office in Cossington, you'll provide in-person and remote support and collaborate on initiatives that enhance our IT services and colleague experience. What You'll Do Build positive working relationships with colleagues at all levels, acting as the sole trusted point of contact for IT support in the London office Provide supportive, high-quality deskside and remote assistance, including for senior stakeholders and leadership teams Manage and maintain IT systems, network infrastructure, and Windows/macOS environments across the organisation Administer and optimise Microsoft 365 and Entra ID/Azure AD, including user provisioning and licence management Troubleshoot and resolve incidents and service requests, ensuring a positive end-user experience Support and enhance endpoint security, system performance, and compliance standards Contribute to IT projects such as system upgrades, migrations, and SaaS integrations Identify and deliver improvements through automation and AI, including building or supporting workflows using tools such as N8N What You'll Bring Extensive experience as an IT Systems Engineer who is confident engaging with and supporting stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership Experience in automation and emerging technologies, including AI and workflow tools such as N8N Experience working with Microsoft 365 and Entra ID/Azure AD environments Confidence supporting both Windows and macOS devices in a business setting Understanding of networking fundamentals (e.g. DNS, DHCP, VPNs, Wi-Fi) A thoughtful and proactive approach to troubleshooting and problem solving Experience using scripting (e.g. PowerShell) to automate tasks and improve efficiency Familiarity with device management, asset tracking, and service desk tools (e.g. Jira) Our Culture Our mission is simple - make heroes happy. Our members are the real-life heroes who keep us all safe, cared for, and thriving. It's what gets us up in the morning and pushes us to go further, think bigger, and create something that truly matters. By focusing on their happiness, we create amazing experiences, deliver unrivalled discounts, innovative products, and world-class service. We don't just follow the usual path - we look for smarter, bolder ways to deliver real impact. We take ownership, move fast, and work shoulder to shoulder to build something special. We promote hybrid working, and value in-person collaboration so encourage time in our offices, where you can make the most of our fully stocked snack drawers - either the HQ in Leicestershire, or London, Holborn office. The frequency and office location will vary depending on the role and team. We aim to be flexible, but we aren't able to offer fully remote working. Blue Light Card is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that employing a diverse workforce is key to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. In the event of a high number of applications, we'll prioritise candidates who meet both the essential and desirable criteria for the role. What We Offer Hybrid working and flexible hours EV charging and free parking onsite at HQ 25 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday, and a buy and sell holiday scheme of up to 5 days A company bonus scheme Your own Blue Light Card and exclusive access to thousands of discounts Generous funded BUPA medical insurance covering pre-existing conditions Auto-enrolment pension scheme via salary sacrifice, with employer NI savings reinvested into pensions Enhanced parental leave and absence leave Healthcare cashback plan Employee assistance programme (including mental health support) and mental health first aiders Great social events e.g., festive party, summer party, team socials, sports matches Regular company-wide recognition events e.g. monthly Light's Up and annual Shine awards Relaxed dress code and modern office space (games area, chill-out areas, book club, free drinks/snacks) Onsite gym at HQ (including access to free HIIT & stretch classes) Strong learning and development culture and personal growth fund
May 12, 2026
Full time
Blue Light Card. Individually great, together unstoppable The Role and the Team We're looking for an IT Systems Engineer to join our IT Operations team. This is a hands-on role where you'll support the day-to-day running of our IT environment while also contributing to projects that improve how we work. You'll play an important part in ensuring our systems are reliable, secure, and optimised, while helping us explore opportunities in automation, AI, and modern cloud technologies. Working closely with colleagues across London and our Head Office in Cossington, you'll provide in-person and remote support and collaborate on initiatives that enhance our IT services and colleague experience. What You'll Do Build positive working relationships with colleagues at all levels, acting as the sole trusted point of contact for IT support in the London office Provide supportive, high-quality deskside and remote assistance, including for senior stakeholders and leadership teams Manage and maintain IT systems, network infrastructure, and Windows/macOS environments across the organisation Administer and optimise Microsoft 365 and Entra ID/Azure AD, including user provisioning and licence management Troubleshoot and resolve incidents and service requests, ensuring a positive end-user experience Support and enhance endpoint security, system performance, and compliance standards Contribute to IT projects such as system upgrades, migrations, and SaaS integrations Identify and deliver improvements through automation and AI, including building or supporting workflows using tools such as N8N What You'll Bring Extensive experience as an IT Systems Engineer who is confident engaging with and supporting stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership Experience in automation and emerging technologies, including AI and workflow tools such as N8N Experience working with Microsoft 365 and Entra ID/Azure AD environments Confidence supporting both Windows and macOS devices in a business setting Understanding of networking fundamentals (e.g. DNS, DHCP, VPNs, Wi-Fi) A thoughtful and proactive approach to troubleshooting and problem solving Experience using scripting (e.g. PowerShell) to automate tasks and improve efficiency Familiarity with device management, asset tracking, and service desk tools (e.g. Jira) Our Culture Our mission is simple - make heroes happy. Our members are the real-life heroes who keep us all safe, cared for, and thriving. It's what gets us up in the morning and pushes us to go further, think bigger, and create something that truly matters. By focusing on their happiness, we create amazing experiences, deliver unrivalled discounts, innovative products, and world-class service. We don't just follow the usual path - we look for smarter, bolder ways to deliver real impact. We take ownership, move fast, and work shoulder to shoulder to build something special. We promote hybrid working, and value in-person collaboration so encourage time in our offices, where you can make the most of our fully stocked snack drawers - either the HQ in Leicestershire, or London, Holborn office. The frequency and office location will vary depending on the role and team. We aim to be flexible, but we aren't able to offer fully remote working. Blue Light Card is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that employing a diverse workforce is key to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. In the event of a high number of applications, we'll prioritise candidates who meet both the essential and desirable criteria for the role. What We Offer Hybrid working and flexible hours EV charging and free parking onsite at HQ 25 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday, and a buy and sell holiday scheme of up to 5 days A company bonus scheme Your own Blue Light Card and exclusive access to thousands of discounts Generous funded BUPA medical insurance covering pre-existing conditions Auto-enrolment pension scheme via salary sacrifice, with employer NI savings reinvested into pensions Enhanced parental leave and absence leave Healthcare cashback plan Employee assistance programme (including mental health support) and mental health first aiders Great social events e.g., festive party, summer party, team socials, sports matches Regular company-wide recognition events e.g. monthly Light's Up and annual Shine awards Relaxed dress code and modern office space (games area, chill-out areas, book club, free drinks/snacks) Onsite gym at HQ (including access to free HIIT & stretch classes) Strong learning and development culture and personal growth fund
About Us We are part of International Airlines Group (IAG), one of the world's leading airline groups and owner of some of the biggest brands in the sky. IAG Transform provides creative and innovative solutions to drive sustainable transformation by delivering procurement and airline services, as well as group-wide systems across IAG. Each operating company benefits from the Transform centralised model, driving efficiencies, automation, and economies of scale. Purpose of the role We are hiring a AI Engineering Product Manager for our Multi-Tech Agentic Engineering team to lead the technical direction, engineering discipline and delivery velocity of IAG's next generation of agentic AI products. This is a hands-on senior technical leadership role. You must have real experience leading teams that build production-grade AI agents, not just theoretical experiments or hackathon projects. You will be the technical authority across agent frameworks, orchestration patterns, memory design and guardrails. You will report to the Group Head of Technology and work within the product oversight of the Group Head of Cognitive Automation. You will shape how we build, scale and operate a multi-vendor agent ecosystem across OpenAI, Anthropic, Microsoft Azure, LangGraph, AutoGen and other emerging frameworks. You will also lead in a matrix environment, working across multiple airlines, central teams, external partners and offshore/nearshore engineering units. You must be comfortable directing both internal engineering teams and partner-led delivery teams, maintaining consistent quality and velocity across all. Your responsibilities What You Will Lead Technical Ownership Set the technical strategy for IAG's agentic architecture, including orchestration patterns, tool integration, memory, evaluation and runtime governance. Create and drive adoption of reusable agent components that accelerate delivery across all operating companies. Make sound architecture decisions on model selection, GraphRAG, RAG optimisation, LangGraph patterns and model cost modelling. Agentic Engineering Leadership Lead and mentor a small multi-disciplinary technical team building enterprise-grade AI agents integrated with complex airline systems, working across London and Barcelona Drive a culture of excellence by developing talent, managing performance rigorously and shaping a team that delivers at elite level Provide engineering leadership across internal teams and external technology partners, ensuring consistency of standards and delivery quality. Establish technical best practices for OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure OpenAI, LangGraph, AutoGen and other agent frameworks. Implement strong engineering discipline, including observability, safety, automated evaluation, behavioural testing and continuous improvement. Matrix and Partner Leadership Operate effectively in a matrix environment spanning Group, OpCos, cloud, data and security teams. Coordinate and influence multiple delivery streams to ensure alignment, technical coherence and consistent engineering standards. Manage and guide external partners, ensuring work meets IAG's quality, cost and velocity expectations. Platform and Architecture Leadership Shape the Group's lightweight GenAI abstraction layer, enabling fast, predictable and secure route-to-live. Own agile technical governance with auditable decisions, clear architecture documentation and rapid escalation of risks. Maintain a sharp external radar on AI evolution and benchmark vendor capabilities, reliability and cost. Product and Delivery Impact Work with product leads to ensure technical designs deliver genuine, measurable EBIT impact. Identify quick-start approaches that left-shift value during discovery. Build a developer experience that encourages rapid adoption of AI components across the Group. Stakeholder Influence Build strong relationships across all airlines and influence at CDIO-1 level. Represent the AI engineering strategy to the Group CTO, CDAO, CISO and cloud/data platform leaders. Support Group-wide AI upskilling through contributions to the AI Academy curriculum. Your skills, experience and qualifications Qualifications, Experience and Qualities 15+ years of engineering leadership with proven experience delivering complex software systems at scale. Direct experience architecting and delivering production AI agents with measurable business impact. Deep technical command of the OpenAI ecosystem, including model orchestration, tool calling, evaluation and runtime optimisation. Strong experience with Anthropic, Azure OpenAI and at least one other agent framework such as LangGraph or AutoGen. Proven ability to lead both internal engineering teams and external partner teams to consistent, high-quality outcomes. Strong track record operating in a matrix environment, influencing without direct authority and aligning diverse stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to integrate LLM-based agents with enterprise systems, APIs, RPA, orchestration platforms and internal tools. Strong grounding in DevSecOps, cloud-native architecture, observability and CI/CD. Ability to translate complex technical considerations into simple, concise narratives for senior executives. Evidence of succeeding in fast-paced, ambiguous, high-stakes environments. Ability to travel internally (within Europe) on a weekly basis, where required, to work with the team and stakeholders. Nice-to-haves Airline or travel industry experience. Experience building reusable platform components adopted across multiple business units. Experience with model hosting, fine-tuning, distillation or model evaluation frameworks. Experience with globally distributed teams and multi-vendor delivery ecosystems. You are likely a great fit if you Thrive at the intersection of architecture, engineering craft and delivery. Cut through fog quickly and favour practical, high-value solutions. Stay ahead of AI evolution and separate hype from substance instantly. Inspire and challenge senior engineers while maintaining strong engineering discipline. Communicate with clarity, confidence and zero waffle. What we offer The chance to enjoy a challenging career in an exciting, fast-moving environment in a dynamic industry. The opportunity to work in a multi-cultural environment with great offices in many locations. We support our people in maintaining work/life balance, as well as providing the many benefits one would expect from a global organisation, including health insurance, pension and performance bonuses. We are an equal opportunities employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
May 12, 2026
Full time
About Us We are part of International Airlines Group (IAG), one of the world's leading airline groups and owner of some of the biggest brands in the sky. IAG Transform provides creative and innovative solutions to drive sustainable transformation by delivering procurement and airline services, as well as group-wide systems across IAG. Each operating company benefits from the Transform centralised model, driving efficiencies, automation, and economies of scale. Purpose of the role We are hiring a AI Engineering Product Manager for our Multi-Tech Agentic Engineering team to lead the technical direction, engineering discipline and delivery velocity of IAG's next generation of agentic AI products. This is a hands-on senior technical leadership role. You must have real experience leading teams that build production-grade AI agents, not just theoretical experiments or hackathon projects. You will be the technical authority across agent frameworks, orchestration patterns, memory design and guardrails. You will report to the Group Head of Technology and work within the product oversight of the Group Head of Cognitive Automation. You will shape how we build, scale and operate a multi-vendor agent ecosystem across OpenAI, Anthropic, Microsoft Azure, LangGraph, AutoGen and other emerging frameworks. You will also lead in a matrix environment, working across multiple airlines, central teams, external partners and offshore/nearshore engineering units. You must be comfortable directing both internal engineering teams and partner-led delivery teams, maintaining consistent quality and velocity across all. Your responsibilities What You Will Lead Technical Ownership Set the technical strategy for IAG's agentic architecture, including orchestration patterns, tool integration, memory, evaluation and runtime governance. Create and drive adoption of reusable agent components that accelerate delivery across all operating companies. Make sound architecture decisions on model selection, GraphRAG, RAG optimisation, LangGraph patterns and model cost modelling. Agentic Engineering Leadership Lead and mentor a small multi-disciplinary technical team building enterprise-grade AI agents integrated with complex airline systems, working across London and Barcelona Drive a culture of excellence by developing talent, managing performance rigorously and shaping a team that delivers at elite level Provide engineering leadership across internal teams and external technology partners, ensuring consistency of standards and delivery quality. Establish technical best practices for OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure OpenAI, LangGraph, AutoGen and other agent frameworks. Implement strong engineering discipline, including observability, safety, automated evaluation, behavioural testing and continuous improvement. Matrix and Partner Leadership Operate effectively in a matrix environment spanning Group, OpCos, cloud, data and security teams. Coordinate and influence multiple delivery streams to ensure alignment, technical coherence and consistent engineering standards. Manage and guide external partners, ensuring work meets IAG's quality, cost and velocity expectations. Platform and Architecture Leadership Shape the Group's lightweight GenAI abstraction layer, enabling fast, predictable and secure route-to-live. Own agile technical governance with auditable decisions, clear architecture documentation and rapid escalation of risks. Maintain a sharp external radar on AI evolution and benchmark vendor capabilities, reliability and cost. Product and Delivery Impact Work with product leads to ensure technical designs deliver genuine, measurable EBIT impact. Identify quick-start approaches that left-shift value during discovery. Build a developer experience that encourages rapid adoption of AI components across the Group. Stakeholder Influence Build strong relationships across all airlines and influence at CDIO-1 level. Represent the AI engineering strategy to the Group CTO, CDAO, CISO and cloud/data platform leaders. Support Group-wide AI upskilling through contributions to the AI Academy curriculum. Your skills, experience and qualifications Qualifications, Experience and Qualities 15+ years of engineering leadership with proven experience delivering complex software systems at scale. Direct experience architecting and delivering production AI agents with measurable business impact. Deep technical command of the OpenAI ecosystem, including model orchestration, tool calling, evaluation and runtime optimisation. Strong experience with Anthropic, Azure OpenAI and at least one other agent framework such as LangGraph or AutoGen. Proven ability to lead both internal engineering teams and external partner teams to consistent, high-quality outcomes. Strong track record operating in a matrix environment, influencing without direct authority and aligning diverse stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to integrate LLM-based agents with enterprise systems, APIs, RPA, orchestration platforms and internal tools. Strong grounding in DevSecOps, cloud-native architecture, observability and CI/CD. Ability to translate complex technical considerations into simple, concise narratives for senior executives. Evidence of succeeding in fast-paced, ambiguous, high-stakes environments. Ability to travel internally (within Europe) on a weekly basis, where required, to work with the team and stakeholders. Nice-to-haves Airline or travel industry experience. Experience building reusable platform components adopted across multiple business units. Experience with model hosting, fine-tuning, distillation or model evaluation frameworks. Experience with globally distributed teams and multi-vendor delivery ecosystems. You are likely a great fit if you Thrive at the intersection of architecture, engineering craft and delivery. Cut through fog quickly and favour practical, high-value solutions. Stay ahead of AI evolution and separate hype from substance instantly. Inspire and challenge senior engineers while maintaining strong engineering discipline. Communicate with clarity, confidence and zero waffle. What we offer The chance to enjoy a challenging career in an exciting, fast-moving environment in a dynamic industry. The opportunity to work in a multi-cultural environment with great offices in many locations. We support our people in maintaining work/life balance, as well as providing the many benefits one would expect from a global organisation, including health insurance, pension and performance bonuses. We are an equal opportunities employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
Buyer Summary We have an exciting new opportunity for a Buyer to join our team based in Leeds, with coverage across our Northeast, Yorkshire and Scotland region. In this role you will work closely with the Procurement Manager and Senior Buyers in the Engineering Division, managing procurement activities within your defined area. You will maintain a clear understanding of how the business operates, and utilise effective procurement techniques that deliver contract requirements at the lowest overall cost. Travel will be required between regions. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Comply with health and safety processes to ensure that the safety first and foremost message is visible and alive throughout all activities. Conduct supplier performance reviews, working with project teams to ensure output is recorded, feedback is provided and improvement plans are implemented Support work winning teams on assigned tenders by delivering procurement activities and advice, developing a full understanding of the work winning/procurement interface. Supported by senior buyer/procurement manager, lead project procurement activities on assigned projects to ensure key delivery dates and buying targets met. Develop a working knowledge of MEP systems, services and products, to inform effective procurement decisions. Attend regular procurement review meetings with project team, ensuring that clear procurement actions are recorded and assigned Working with senior buyer/procurement manager, develop effective procurement strategies on assigned projects. Work closely with the project teams to ensure accurate and well maintained procurement schedules are produced Produce monthly reports/data as required for feeding into procurement and contract dashboards, recording and monitoring action/improvement plans to enhance results. Attend monthly contract review meetings where required to support project teams with procurement status. Attend and contribute to post contract reviews with project teams to ensure that supply chain and procurement performance is properly reviewed, and that lessons learned are captured and disseminated throughout the division. What we're looking for : Demonstrable experience of working in an operational procurement role, ideally within an MEP/building services construction environment Good IT skills Use of procurement skills and techniques CIPS Level 4/5 would be adv Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
May 12, 2026
Full time
Buyer Summary We have an exciting new opportunity for a Buyer to join our team based in Leeds, with coverage across our Northeast, Yorkshire and Scotland region. In this role you will work closely with the Procurement Manager and Senior Buyers in the Engineering Division, managing procurement activities within your defined area. You will maintain a clear understanding of how the business operates, and utilise effective procurement techniques that deliver contract requirements at the lowest overall cost. Travel will be required between regions. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Comply with health and safety processes to ensure that the safety first and foremost message is visible and alive throughout all activities. Conduct supplier performance reviews, working with project teams to ensure output is recorded, feedback is provided and improvement plans are implemented Support work winning teams on assigned tenders by delivering procurement activities and advice, developing a full understanding of the work winning/procurement interface. Supported by senior buyer/procurement manager, lead project procurement activities on assigned projects to ensure key delivery dates and buying targets met. Develop a working knowledge of MEP systems, services and products, to inform effective procurement decisions. Attend regular procurement review meetings with project team, ensuring that clear procurement actions are recorded and assigned Working with senior buyer/procurement manager, develop effective procurement strategies on assigned projects. Work closely with the project teams to ensure accurate and well maintained procurement schedules are produced Produce monthly reports/data as required for feeding into procurement and contract dashboards, recording and monitoring action/improvement plans to enhance results. Attend monthly contract review meetings where required to support project teams with procurement status. Attend and contribute to post contract reviews with project teams to ensure that supply chain and procurement performance is properly reviewed, and that lessons learned are captured and disseminated throughout the division. What we're looking for : Demonstrable experience of working in an operational procurement role, ideally within an MEP/building services construction environment Good IT skills Use of procurement skills and techniques CIPS Level 4/5 would be adv Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Senior Quantity Surveyor (MEP) Derby Perm Summary We have an fantastic opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team based out of our Derby site office to work on an exciting framework in the area. In this role you will implement best commercial practices to maintain and maximise the profitability and financial performance as part of a wider Commercial team that we are building. We are looking for someone with experience within the MEP contracting world and can hit the ground running. This role may need to manage a small team, so leadership experience would also be desired. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Helping to set up the projects and framework from an early stage, reporting into a Commercial Manager. Where relevant, manage and coach any Quantity Surveyors or Assistant Quantity Surveyors Review and interpret contract terms and conditions, identifying and mitigating risks and enhancing opportunities Ensure compliance with all aspects of the contract, liaise with the project teams on project status Identify, qualify and management the agreement process of any changes to NG Bailey's contractual obligations Take responsibility for the cash flow forecasting, submission and receipt of payments Monitor and forecast costs and revenue through project lifecycle Assist with procurement and management of subcontractors Provide accurate reporting of costs, projections, contingency, liabilities, sales and margins Develop and maintain positive long-term relationships with all stakeholders, ensuring customer satisfaction Working alongside the project team and Commercial manager, negotiate the settlement of the final account and facilitate sign off Ensure all necessary records and reports are generated and maintained Assist in any dispute resolution process. What we're looking for : Someone who can be security cleared Experience of responsibility for the commercial aspects of medium to large MEP projects Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
May 12, 2026
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor (MEP) Derby Perm Summary We have an fantastic opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team based out of our Derby site office to work on an exciting framework in the area. In this role you will implement best commercial practices to maintain and maximise the profitability and financial performance as part of a wider Commercial team that we are building. We are looking for someone with experience within the MEP contracting world and can hit the ground running. This role may need to manage a small team, so leadership experience would also be desired. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Helping to set up the projects and framework from an early stage, reporting into a Commercial Manager. Where relevant, manage and coach any Quantity Surveyors or Assistant Quantity Surveyors Review and interpret contract terms and conditions, identifying and mitigating risks and enhancing opportunities Ensure compliance with all aspects of the contract, liaise with the project teams on project status Identify, qualify and management the agreement process of any changes to NG Bailey's contractual obligations Take responsibility for the cash flow forecasting, submission and receipt of payments Monitor and forecast costs and revenue through project lifecycle Assist with procurement and management of subcontractors Provide accurate reporting of costs, projections, contingency, liabilities, sales and margins Develop and maintain positive long-term relationships with all stakeholders, ensuring customer satisfaction Working alongside the project team and Commercial manager, negotiate the settlement of the final account and facilitate sign off Ensure all necessary records and reports are generated and maintained Assist in any dispute resolution process. What we're looking for : Someone who can be security cleared Experience of responsibility for the commercial aspects of medium to large MEP projects Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join a large-scale public sector programme, delivering solutions across a portfolio of biometric and digital identity products. You will play a key role in building, enhancing, and supporting live systems, diagnosing incidents, and engineering high-quality, scalable Java solutions within a collaborative Agile environment. Must have active SC clearance Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and implement Java-based solutions for large-scale biometric and digital platforms Support and maintain live production systems, including incident diagnosis and resolution Build and integrate microservices-based architectures using modern Spring technologies Collaborate closely with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality code Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and promote engineering best practices Mentor and support team members where required Essential Skills & Experience 8-10+ years of hands-on Java development experience on large-scale Spring-based projects Java 17+, Spring Boot, Spring Data JPA, Spring Batch, Spring Integration, Microservices SQL databases (PostgreSQL/Aurora), Hibernate (JPA) REST & SOAP web services Messaging systems such as ActiveMQ AWS cloud services (EC2, SQS, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, Route53, KMS, CloudWatch) CI/CD tooling: Maven, Git, Jenkins, SonarQube Containerisation using Docker Test-driven development using JUnit, Mockito, TestContainers (or similar) Agile delivery (Scrum/Kanban) Experience supporting live systems and resolving production issues Public sector project experience Desirable Skills Angular and/or Node.js Jaspersoft reporting Spring Cloud, Activiti BPMN DBA-level exposure to performance tuning (Postgres/Aurora) AWS DevOps and infrastructure automation Monitoring with Grafana
May 12, 2026
Contractor
About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join a large-scale public sector programme, delivering solutions across a portfolio of biometric and digital identity products. You will play a key role in building, enhancing, and supporting live systems, diagnosing incidents, and engineering high-quality, scalable Java solutions within a collaborative Agile environment. Must have active SC clearance Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and implement Java-based solutions for large-scale biometric and digital platforms Support and maintain live production systems, including incident diagnosis and resolution Build and integrate microservices-based architectures using modern Spring technologies Collaborate closely with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality code Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and promote engineering best practices Mentor and support team members where required Essential Skills & Experience 8-10+ years of hands-on Java development experience on large-scale Spring-based projects Java 17+, Spring Boot, Spring Data JPA, Spring Batch, Spring Integration, Microservices SQL databases (PostgreSQL/Aurora), Hibernate (JPA) REST & SOAP web services Messaging systems such as ActiveMQ AWS cloud services (EC2, SQS, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, Route53, KMS, CloudWatch) CI/CD tooling: Maven, Git, Jenkins, SonarQube Containerisation using Docker Test-driven development using JUnit, Mockito, TestContainers (or similar) Agile delivery (Scrum/Kanban) Experience supporting live systems and resolving production issues Public sector project experience Desirable Skills Angular and/or Node.js Jaspersoft reporting Spring Cloud, Activiti BPMN DBA-level exposure to performance tuning (Postgres/Aurora) AWS DevOps and infrastructure automation Monitoring with Grafana
Senior Bid Writer Permanent Salary +car package + benefits package Preston My client is a leading civil engineering main contractor working across highways, structures, water and energy sector civils projects, ranging in value from £1m to £15m. Due securing places on several high value civils frameworks, they are increasing their work winning team with a Senior Bid Writer click apply for full job details
May 12, 2026
Full time
Senior Bid Writer Permanent Salary +car package + benefits package Preston My client is a leading civil engineering main contractor working across highways, structures, water and energy sector civils projects, ranging in value from £1m to £15m. Due securing places on several high value civils frameworks, they are increasing their work winning team with a Senior Bid Writer click apply for full job details
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Posting Date: 20 Mar 2026 City: Manchester Location: Manchester, GB, M1 3LD Contract Type: Permanent Division: Power Engineering and Renewables Level of experience: Senior RINA is currently recruiting for a Power Systems Principal Consultant to join its office in Manchester. Why RINA? RINA is a global engineering and consulting company providing technical advisory, assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services across energy and infrastructure markets. With more than 150 years of engineering heritage and a global network of professionals operating in over 70 countries, RINA delivers innovative, safe, and sustainable solutions across the full project lifecycle. Our UK operations trace their origins to 1920 through the British Electrical and Allied Industries Research Association and continue to support complex electrical and infrastructure projects across multiple sectors. The Role This is a hybrid role: you will both manage the established Power Systems Engineering team and be the technical lead for Substation design and construction projects, the focus being electro mechanical engineering, to deliver a wide range of local and international projects for commercial, industrial and utility clients. Technical Responsibilities Act as technical lead for substation design deliverables from 11 kV to 400 kV, including HV/EHV AIS and GIS substations. Develop and maintain project execution plans and ensure alignment with client and internal teams. Support project financial performance by meeting budget targets and adjusting constraints as needed. Produce detailed substation electrical design packages compliant with client, national, and international standards (ENA, BS, IEC, IEEE, ANSI, etc.). Develop design documentation including reports, scheme evaluations, FEED deliverables, and concept stage presentations. Review supplier designs, documentation, FAT plans, and participate in factory/site acceptance testing. Conduct technical quality assurance reviews and provide design approval/sign off for Protection & Control (P&C) and/or Primary design deliverables. Work closely with P&C, Civil/Structural, and other engineering disciplines to support multidisciplinary delivery. Contribute to tender schemes, technical options, and scope development. Preferred Skills and Professional Attributes Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or professional registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) with the Engineering Council. Relevant Health & Safety qualification, such as IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma, or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a Health & Safety-related discipline. Substation safety and access training, such as NSI 30, BESC: AIM, or equivalent authorizations. Formal training in CDM 2015, construction safety, and impressed voltage hazards. Strong understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation applicable to design and construction activities in the electricity supply industry. Good understanding of UK environmental and waste management legislation and associated compliance requirements Must be eligible to work within the UK without sponsorship and willing to commute or relocate to Manchester. In addition to the below, you will become part of our growing global team, you will find yourself working with world class professionals and clients in a global market. 25 days leave (plus bank holidays) Option to buy more holiday Up to 12 days smart working per month (post probation period) Support of Military Reservists - 10 additional paid days Healthcare cover (Family can be added at an additional cost) Life Assurance Professional development to become chartered Pay for professional membership Cycle to work scheme Generous recruitment referral bonus 4 half days paid leave for STEM Ambassadors
May 12, 2026
Full time
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Posting Date: 20 Mar 2026 City: Manchester Location: Manchester, GB, M1 3LD Contract Type: Permanent Division: Power Engineering and Renewables Level of experience: Senior RINA is currently recruiting for a Power Systems Principal Consultant to join its office in Manchester. Why RINA? RINA is a global engineering and consulting company providing technical advisory, assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services across energy and infrastructure markets. With more than 150 years of engineering heritage and a global network of professionals operating in over 70 countries, RINA delivers innovative, safe, and sustainable solutions across the full project lifecycle. Our UK operations trace their origins to 1920 through the British Electrical and Allied Industries Research Association and continue to support complex electrical and infrastructure projects across multiple sectors. The Role This is a hybrid role: you will both manage the established Power Systems Engineering team and be the technical lead for Substation design and construction projects, the focus being electro mechanical engineering, to deliver a wide range of local and international projects for commercial, industrial and utility clients. Technical Responsibilities Act as technical lead for substation design deliverables from 11 kV to 400 kV, including HV/EHV AIS and GIS substations. Develop and maintain project execution plans and ensure alignment with client and internal teams. Support project financial performance by meeting budget targets and adjusting constraints as needed. Produce detailed substation electrical design packages compliant with client, national, and international standards (ENA, BS, IEC, IEEE, ANSI, etc.). Develop design documentation including reports, scheme evaluations, FEED deliverables, and concept stage presentations. Review supplier designs, documentation, FAT plans, and participate in factory/site acceptance testing. Conduct technical quality assurance reviews and provide design approval/sign off for Protection & Control (P&C) and/or Primary design deliverables. Work closely with P&C, Civil/Structural, and other engineering disciplines to support multidisciplinary delivery. Contribute to tender schemes, technical options, and scope development. Preferred Skills and Professional Attributes Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or professional registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) with the Engineering Council. Relevant Health & Safety qualification, such as IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma, or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a Health & Safety-related discipline. Substation safety and access training, such as NSI 30, BESC: AIM, or equivalent authorizations. Formal training in CDM 2015, construction safety, and impressed voltage hazards. Strong understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation applicable to design and construction activities in the electricity supply industry. Good understanding of UK environmental and waste management legislation and associated compliance requirements Must be eligible to work within the UK without sponsorship and willing to commute or relocate to Manchester. In addition to the below, you will become part of our growing global team, you will find yourself working with world class professionals and clients in a global market. 25 days leave (plus bank holidays) Option to buy more holiday Up to 12 days smart working per month (post probation period) Support of Military Reservists - 10 additional paid days Healthcare cover (Family can be added at an additional cost) Life Assurance Professional development to become chartered Pay for professional membership Cycle to work scheme Generous recruitment referral bonus 4 half days paid leave for STEM Ambassadors
Senior Electronics Hardware Design Engineer up to 60k Base + Benefits South East Ref: ABJ6489 Onsite: Perm An experienced Senior Electronics Hardware Design Engineer is required to join a highly regarded engineering R&D team developing advanced hydraulic and control systems for large machinery. This is an excellent opportunity to work at the centre of a multidisciplinary engineering environment, contributing to the development of innovative electronic hardware from concept through to production and customer support. You will play a key role in both n ew product development and the ongoing support of existing electronic systems, working closely with software, project, production and sales teams. The role offers a varied mix of hardware design, embedded development, prototyping, testing and technical support, with genuine scope to influence future product architecture and innovation. Key Responsibilities Design and develop new electronic hardware and support existing products within control system applications Develop embedded firmware for DSPs and microcontrollers, including new functions and features Produce and maintain electronic schematics, PCB layouts and technical documentation Create and test prototype hardware and software, including validation and compliance testing Ensure electronic hardware meets relevant technical and quality standards Work closely with software engineers to support hardware integration and prototype development Support production with calibration, setup, testing and manufacturing queries Prepare and maintain Bills of Materials and support electronic component procurement Interface with sales teams to clarify technical requirements and assess feasibility Provide technical input to quotations and project planning Develop alternative technical solutions to meet customer requirements Contribute to research, product development strategy and future system architectures Support occasional hands-on assembly, modification and testing activities Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, production and purchasing Qualifications & Experience Degree-qualified in Electronics Engineering or equivalent. Strong experience in electronic hardware design within control or instrumentation environments Experience working in a similar senior or design-focused role Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail Digital circuit design including FPGA devices (e.g., Altera Cyclone) Embedded DSP and microcontroller integration (e.g., Texas Instruments DSP series) Embedded C development and firmware support FPGA development using VHDL (Quartus/Modelsim desirable) Low-noise analogue circuit design for sensor and transducer interfaces ADC and DAC interfacing Schematic capture and PCB layout (Altium desirable) Hardware/software integration and PC interface support Understanding of complete electronic systems and control architectures Practical electronics skills including soldering and assembly Industrial electronic packaging including connectors and enclosures Long-term career development; competitive salary and flexible benefits package. Onsite Full-time Permanent Competitive base salary up to 60k (dependent on experience) Flexible benefits package. To Apply: Contact Alison Basson on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) Email: Ref: ABJ6489
May 12, 2026
Full time
Senior Electronics Hardware Design Engineer up to 60k Base + Benefits South East Ref: ABJ6489 Onsite: Perm An experienced Senior Electronics Hardware Design Engineer is required to join a highly regarded engineering R&D team developing advanced hydraulic and control systems for large machinery. This is an excellent opportunity to work at the centre of a multidisciplinary engineering environment, contributing to the development of innovative electronic hardware from concept through to production and customer support. You will play a key role in both n ew product development and the ongoing support of existing electronic systems, working closely with software, project, production and sales teams. The role offers a varied mix of hardware design, embedded development, prototyping, testing and technical support, with genuine scope to influence future product architecture and innovation. Key Responsibilities Design and develop new electronic hardware and support existing products within control system applications Develop embedded firmware for DSPs and microcontrollers, including new functions and features Produce and maintain electronic schematics, PCB layouts and technical documentation Create and test prototype hardware and software, including validation and compliance testing Ensure electronic hardware meets relevant technical and quality standards Work closely with software engineers to support hardware integration and prototype development Support production with calibration, setup, testing and manufacturing queries Prepare and maintain Bills of Materials and support electronic component procurement Interface with sales teams to clarify technical requirements and assess feasibility Provide technical input to quotations and project planning Develop alternative technical solutions to meet customer requirements Contribute to research, product development strategy and future system architectures Support occasional hands-on assembly, modification and testing activities Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, production and purchasing Qualifications & Experience Degree-qualified in Electronics Engineering or equivalent. Strong experience in electronic hardware design within control or instrumentation environments Experience working in a similar senior or design-focused role Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail Digital circuit design including FPGA devices (e.g., Altera Cyclone) Embedded DSP and microcontroller integration (e.g., Texas Instruments DSP series) Embedded C development and firmware support FPGA development using VHDL (Quartus/Modelsim desirable) Low-noise analogue circuit design for sensor and transducer interfaces ADC and DAC interfacing Schematic capture and PCB layout (Altium desirable) Hardware/software integration and PC interface support Understanding of complete electronic systems and control architectures Practical electronics skills including soldering and assembly Industrial electronic packaging including connectors and enclosures Long-term career development; competitive salary and flexible benefits package. Onsite Full-time Permanent Competitive base salary up to 60k (dependent on experience) Flexible benefits package. To Apply: Contact Alison Basson on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) Email: Ref: ABJ6489
Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer Aerospace A Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer is required to join an engineering team who are working on the design and development of UAV / Drone launch systems. The company design and develop their products in the UK for the global markets. With a growing order book, they are seeking to grow their engineering team and require Senior / Mechanical Design Engineers to join their highly innovative and forward-thinking team. The Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer will be essential in strengthening the future engineering capabilities of the organisation and as such will be charged with developing mechanical design schemes and detailed designs of complex parts and assemblies. The Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer will be proficient in CAD (ideally SolidWorks) to design and detail component and assembly models and the associated drawings. A hands-on approach and can-do attitude are essential, as is the ability to work independently within a small engineering team. What's in it for you? An excellent opportunity to work on highly innovative projects using your skills and experience to deliver high quality products to the global market Exciting opportunity to work for a pioneering British company that is at the forefront of innovation being recognised as a fast-growing organisation Work within a smaller engineering team where outstanding performance is recognised and rewarded where an individual can realise their designs from concept into a practical function product / system. Highly competitive salary As Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer - you will be required to; Develop mechanical design schemes and detailed designs of UAV / drone launch system parts and assemblies and it's associated launch mechanism. Carrying out concept development for mechanical systems. Using hand calculations, simulation methods, modelling tools and CAE tools to size, analyse and optimise system elements. Carry out concept design of mechanical systems using SolidWorks Develop part and system testing plans. Support in-house prototype build. Occasional optional travel outside of the UK to support new projects As Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer - you will have; BSc/BEng in Engineering (or equivalent experience) Proven mechanical design experience within the aerospace/defence/motorsport industries Proficient in modelling parts & assemblies in CAD (ideally SolidWorks) Proficient in carrying out engineering calculations and the use of modelling and simulations software to support their design work. (Mathcad, ANSYS or similar) Experience in developing mechanical systems from concept to reality Proven background in DFM Ideally some experience with DFMEA Knowledge of pneumatics would be beneficial though not essential Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
May 12, 2026
Full time
Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer Aerospace A Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer is required to join an engineering team who are working on the design and development of UAV / Drone launch systems. The company design and develop their products in the UK for the global markets. With a growing order book, they are seeking to grow their engineering team and require Senior / Mechanical Design Engineers to join their highly innovative and forward-thinking team. The Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer will be essential in strengthening the future engineering capabilities of the organisation and as such will be charged with developing mechanical design schemes and detailed designs of complex parts and assemblies. The Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer will be proficient in CAD (ideally SolidWorks) to design and detail component and assembly models and the associated drawings. A hands-on approach and can-do attitude are essential, as is the ability to work independently within a small engineering team. What's in it for you? An excellent opportunity to work on highly innovative projects using your skills and experience to deliver high quality products to the global market Exciting opportunity to work for a pioneering British company that is at the forefront of innovation being recognised as a fast-growing organisation Work within a smaller engineering team where outstanding performance is recognised and rewarded where an individual can realise their designs from concept into a practical function product / system. Highly competitive salary As Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer - you will be required to; Develop mechanical design schemes and detailed designs of UAV / drone launch system parts and assemblies and it's associated launch mechanism. Carrying out concept development for mechanical systems. Using hand calculations, simulation methods, modelling tools and CAE tools to size, analyse and optimise system elements. Carry out concept design of mechanical systems using SolidWorks Develop part and system testing plans. Support in-house prototype build. Occasional optional travel outside of the UK to support new projects As Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer - you will have; BSc/BEng in Engineering (or equivalent experience) Proven mechanical design experience within the aerospace/defence/motorsport industries Proficient in modelling parts & assemblies in CAD (ideally SolidWorks) Proficient in carrying out engineering calculations and the use of modelling and simulations software to support their design work. (Mathcad, ANSYS or similar) Experience in developing mechanical systems from concept to reality Proven background in DFM Ideally some experience with DFMEA Knowledge of pneumatics would be beneficial though not essential Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Your new company Long established, regional leading, construction services provider, offering expertise in quarrying, waste management, recycling, aggregates and concrete. Known for supporting both major infrastructure projects and local developments, it has built a reputation for reliability, sustainability, and comprehensive solutions across the construction industry. Your new role Senior Engineering Surveyor required to work on a long term scheme in Lowestoft. Following completion of this scheme, you would then be required to work on projects across East Anglia as well as other areas. As Senior Engineering Surveyor you will be a key technical leader within the construction delivery team, responsible for ensuring projects are executed with precision, accuracy and efficiency. This role requires overseeing all surveying and setting-out activities, verifying dimensional compliance, and providing expert technical guidance to site teams. This role demands strong technical capability, meticulous attention to detail, and a solid understanding of UK construction standards and regulations.Key Responsibilities: Lead, supervise and mentor Junior Engineers, supporting their development and collaborating closely with other technical departments across the company. Manage all technical surveying aspects from design interpretation through to maintaining accurate progress records and producing as-built surveys. Communicate project information clearly to site teams, promoting best practice and consistent technical standards. Ensure dimensional accuracy across all project sites, resolving issues proactively. Work collaboratively with planning and commercial teams to support efficient project delivery and continuous improvement. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience as a site engineering surveyor in the construction industry, with proficiency in setting out works and conducting surveys, particularly around Earthworks. CSCS card or similar accreditation. Strong knowledge of surveying techniques, instruments and 3D software, including AutoCAD and GPS systems. Excellent mathematical skills and attention to detail. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications accurately Familiarity with health and safety regulations and best practices. What you'll get in return Competitive Salary Company Pension 28-Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays Internal training and Career development. Company Vehicle included 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 EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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
May 12, 2026
Full time
Your new company Long established, regional leading, construction services provider, offering expertise in quarrying, waste management, recycling, aggregates and concrete. Known for supporting both major infrastructure projects and local developments, it has built a reputation for reliability, sustainability, and comprehensive solutions across the construction industry. Your new role Senior Engineering Surveyor required to work on a long term scheme in Lowestoft. Following completion of this scheme, you would then be required to work on projects across East Anglia as well as other areas. As Senior Engineering Surveyor you will be a key technical leader within the construction delivery team, responsible for ensuring projects are executed with precision, accuracy and efficiency. This role requires overseeing all surveying and setting-out activities, verifying dimensional compliance, and providing expert technical guidance to site teams. This role demands strong technical capability, meticulous attention to detail, and a solid understanding of UK construction standards and regulations.Key Responsibilities: Lead, supervise and mentor Junior Engineers, supporting their development and collaborating closely with other technical departments across the company. Manage all technical surveying aspects from design interpretation through to maintaining accurate progress records and producing as-built surveys. Communicate project information clearly to site teams, promoting best practice and consistent technical standards. Ensure dimensional accuracy across all project sites, resolving issues proactively. Work collaboratively with planning and commercial teams to support efficient project delivery and continuous improvement. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience as a site engineering surveyor in the construction industry, with proficiency in setting out works and conducting surveys, particularly around Earthworks. CSCS card or similar accreditation. Strong knowledge of surveying techniques, instruments and 3D software, including AutoCAD and GPS systems. Excellent mathematical skills and attention to detail. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications accurately Familiarity with health and safety regulations and best practices. What you'll get in return Competitive Salary Company Pension 28-Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays Internal training and Career development. Company Vehicle included 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 EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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
