We are currently working with a leading global consultancy and supporting the delivery of a major enterprise networking and infrastructure programme. Due to increased demand, we are seeking an experienced DNS Architect to join the team on a contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled DNS specialist to take ownership of designing and implementing secure, scalable and high-performance DNS solutions across enterprise, hybrid and cloud environments. Please note: Due to the nature of the project, the successful candidate will have a valid and active SC Clearance before a start. The Role As the DNS Architect, you will be responsible for the architecture, design, implementation and ongoing optimisation of enterprise DNS services. You will act as the technical authority for DNS across on-premises and cloud environments, ensuring services are secure, resilient and aligned to business and security requirements. You will work closely with infrastructure, cloud, networking and security teams, providing expert guidance on DNS strategy, governance and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design Design and develop robust DNS architectures across enterprise, hybrid and cloud environments. Define DNS strategies covering scalability, resilience, high availability and performance. Develop DNS standards, governance frameworks and best practices. Support DNS transformation, migration and modernisation initiatives. Implementation & Management Deploy, configure and manage DNS platforms, including: BIND Microsoft DNS Infoblox AWS Route 53 Azure DNS Manage DNS zones, records, delegations and name resolution services. Lead DNS upgrades, migrations and service improvements. Security & Compliance Implement DNS security controls including DNSSEC, DDoS mitigation and threat protection. Work closely with cyber security teams to detect and mitigate DNS-based threats such as spoofing and tunnelling. Ensure DNS services comply with organisational security standards and regulatory requirements. Performance & Monitoring Monitor DNS service health, performance and availability. Optimise query resolution performance and reduce latency. Implement monitoring, alerting and incident response processes. Troubleshooting & Support Act as the escalation point for complex DNS and networking issues. Perform root cause analysis and implement preventative measures. Provide expert technical support and guidance across cross-functional teams. Automation & Innovation Develop automation solutions using Python, PowerShell or Bash. Implement Infrastructure as Code approaches using technologies such as Terraform, ARM or CloudFormation. Drive continuous improvement through automation and modern engineering practices. Essential Skills & Experience Expert knowledge of DNS protocols and technologies, including: UDP/TCP Recursive and authoritative DNS Caching Zone transfers Extensive hands-on experience with: BIND Windows DNS Infoblox AWS Route 53 Azure DNS Google Cloud DNS Strong understanding of: DNSSEC DHCP IP Address Management (IPAM) TCP/IP Networking Routing, Firewalls and load balancing Experience with Scripting and automation using Python, PowerShell or Bash. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools including Terraform, ARM or CloudFormation. Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills within complex enterprise environments. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
We are currently working with a leading global consultancy and supporting the delivery of a major enterprise networking and infrastructure programme. Due to increased demand, we are seeking an experienced DNS Architect to join the team on a contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled DNS specialist to take ownership of designing and implementing secure, scalable and high-performance DNS solutions across enterprise, hybrid and cloud environments. Please note: Due to the nature of the project, the successful candidate will have a valid and active SC Clearance before a start. The Role As the DNS Architect, you will be responsible for the architecture, design, implementation and ongoing optimisation of enterprise DNS services. You will act as the technical authority for DNS across on-premises and cloud environments, ensuring services are secure, resilient and aligned to business and security requirements. You will work closely with infrastructure, cloud, networking and security teams, providing expert guidance on DNS strategy, governance and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design Design and develop robust DNS architectures across enterprise, hybrid and cloud environments. Define DNS strategies covering scalability, resilience, high availability and performance. Develop DNS standards, governance frameworks and best practices. Support DNS transformation, migration and modernisation initiatives. Implementation & Management Deploy, configure and manage DNS platforms, including: BIND Microsoft DNS Infoblox AWS Route 53 Azure DNS Manage DNS zones, records, delegations and name resolution services. Lead DNS upgrades, migrations and service improvements. Security & Compliance Implement DNS security controls including DNSSEC, DDoS mitigation and threat protection. Work closely with cyber security teams to detect and mitigate DNS-based threats such as spoofing and tunnelling. Ensure DNS services comply with organisational security standards and regulatory requirements. Performance & Monitoring Monitor DNS service health, performance and availability. Optimise query resolution performance and reduce latency. Implement monitoring, alerting and incident response processes. Troubleshooting & Support Act as the escalation point for complex DNS and networking issues. Perform root cause analysis and implement preventative measures. Provide expert technical support and guidance across cross-functional teams. Automation & Innovation Develop automation solutions using Python, PowerShell or Bash. Implement Infrastructure as Code approaches using technologies such as Terraform, ARM or CloudFormation. Drive continuous improvement through automation and modern engineering practices. Essential Skills & Experience Expert knowledge of DNS protocols and technologies, including: UDP/TCP Recursive and authoritative DNS Caching Zone transfers Extensive hands-on experience with: BIND Windows DNS Infoblox AWS Route 53 Azure DNS Google Cloud DNS Strong understanding of: DNSSEC DHCP IP Address Management (IPAM) TCP/IP Networking Routing, Firewalls and load balancing Experience with Scripting and automation using Python, PowerShell or Bash. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools including Terraform, ARM or CloudFormation. Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills within complex enterprise environments. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Lead Azure Cloud Platform Engineer, Financial Service environment, Fully Home Based, c£90000 + bonus + benefits. Financial Service client is looking for a stand alone lead Azure Cloud Platform Engineer with excellent knowledge of Terrafrom and a previous background in Infrastructure. This is a senior hands-on Cloud engineering role where you will be responsible for the design, build, automation and continuous improvement of Azure cloud platform services in a regulated FSA environment. To be considered you must have worked in a similar senior Azure cloud role in a regulated environment (ideally FSA regulated) and must have strong Terrafrom skills. The role combines practical Azure engineering delivery with technical leadership, architectural design input, engineering mentoring and platform enablement. The successful candidate will lead by example, working directly on Azure platform services, Terraform modules, CI/CD pipelines, cloud networking, security controls, monitoring, resilience and operational supportability. You will be comfortable supporting Azure releases (Cosmos, container apps, etc), working on a variety of greenfield and BAU projects, supporting engineers, working at the architecture level and more. Experience should include architecting Azure landing zones and Terraform based IaC frameworks, implementing multi-stage CI/CD pipelines and large scale platform delivery in regulated environment. Key Accountabilities - Lead Cloud Engineering and Delivery. Architectural Design and Technical Direction. Infrastructure as Code and Platform Automation. DevOps, CI/CD and Engineering Enablement. Security Governance and Regulatory control Cloud networking, connectivity and integration. Operational Resilience, Monitoring and Cost Optimisation. Mentoring, Standards and Engineering Culture Key Skills Required - Expert level hands-on and architectural Azure Cloud skills in a large regulated environment. Expert level skills in Terraform Expert level knowledge of DevOps (building and maintaining pipelines) Expert level knowledge of IAC and platform automation Used to working at a senior level with multiple stakeholders Proven experience leading cloud (Azure) engineering delivery. Ability to mentor and coach when required A career that started in Infrastructure before moving into Cloud and Azure. If you are interested in this excellent lead Azure role please send your CV for a full brief. Candidates can only be considered if they have proven commercial experience in Azure, DevOps, Terraform etc in a regulated environment. As this is a standalone and critical role you must have the core technical skills with the ability to add value and deliver immediately. This role is fully home based and candidates can be based anywhere across the UK. Salary is up £85000 - 90000 + a good bonus + benefits + working from home. If you have the required skills and experience please send your CV in the first instance and ensure it details the required experience. Interviews soon.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Lead Azure Cloud Platform Engineer, Financial Service environment, Fully Home Based, c£90000 + bonus + benefits. Financial Service client is looking for a stand alone lead Azure Cloud Platform Engineer with excellent knowledge of Terrafrom and a previous background in Infrastructure. This is a senior hands-on Cloud engineering role where you will be responsible for the design, build, automation and continuous improvement of Azure cloud platform services in a regulated FSA environment. To be considered you must have worked in a similar senior Azure cloud role in a regulated environment (ideally FSA regulated) and must have strong Terrafrom skills. The role combines practical Azure engineering delivery with technical leadership, architectural design input, engineering mentoring and platform enablement. The successful candidate will lead by example, working directly on Azure platform services, Terraform modules, CI/CD pipelines, cloud networking, security controls, monitoring, resilience and operational supportability. You will be comfortable supporting Azure releases (Cosmos, container apps, etc), working on a variety of greenfield and BAU projects, supporting engineers, working at the architecture level and more. Experience should include architecting Azure landing zones and Terraform based IaC frameworks, implementing multi-stage CI/CD pipelines and large scale platform delivery in regulated environment. Key Accountabilities - Lead Cloud Engineering and Delivery. Architectural Design and Technical Direction. Infrastructure as Code and Platform Automation. DevOps, CI/CD and Engineering Enablement. Security Governance and Regulatory control Cloud networking, connectivity and integration. Operational Resilience, Monitoring and Cost Optimisation. Mentoring, Standards and Engineering Culture Key Skills Required - Expert level hands-on and architectural Azure Cloud skills in a large regulated environment. Expert level skills in Terraform Expert level knowledge of DevOps (building and maintaining pipelines) Expert level knowledge of IAC and platform automation Used to working at a senior level with multiple stakeholders Proven experience leading cloud (Azure) engineering delivery. Ability to mentor and coach when required A career that started in Infrastructure before moving into Cloud and Azure. If you are interested in this excellent lead Azure role please send your CV for a full brief. Candidates can only be considered if they have proven commercial experience in Azure, DevOps, Terraform etc in a regulated environment. As this is a standalone and critical role you must have the core technical skills with the ability to add value and deliver immediately. This role is fully home based and candidates can be based anywhere across the UK. Salary is up £85000 - 90000 + a good bonus + benefits + working from home. If you have the required skills and experience please send your CV in the first instance and ensure it details the required experience. Interviews soon.
The IP Design Specialist service will report into the Senior IP Services Design Manager, covering primarily network design support for end-user services. This is a highly experienced level role with design responsibilities across a diverse range of both large scale and medium scale projects, supporting delivery of fixed-line and mobile services, private cloud, hybrid cloud, IT, WiFi and Enterprise projects. The role holder will support projects across a wide range of IP/MPLS networking, switching, and routing, involving mobile telecoms networks and applications and virtualisation of these applications into Cloud infrastructures. Key responsibilities & accountabilities Lead and support on all designs, especially complex designs across the IP network portfolio, including LAN, WAN, SP, advanced routing and switching, Cloud Technologies, such as public cloud and private cloud (OpenStack/OpenShift) SME that works with strategy and architecture to drive expert designs that align to the goals of the organisation Creation of detailed documentation, sometimes very specialised to support complex projects, crossing various technology domains Support and govern other designers/engineers and departments to deliver complex projects and implementations Specialist troubleshooter, working with multiple teams and event controls to resolve issues related designs Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment Ability to be a liaison officer and lead stakeholder with regards to escalations and operational events. Essential skills, knowledge, or experience (Inc. professional or technical qualifications) This service requires extensive networking skills and experience coupled with an ability to quickly learn and apply knowledge in new areas. Senior level knowledge and experience in service provider and datacentre switching and routing are essential, with experience in on-prem and hybrid Cloud technologies is highly advantageous. Experience in coding for network automation will also be advantageous. Service Provider MPLS and DC routing and switching: Complex network design and implementation focused on redundancy and highly available networks Strong understanding of the OSI model layer and TCP/IP stack, with advanced network troubleshooting In-depth knowledge of BGP, MPLS, service provider and enterprise routing protocols L2 and L3 network design, operations, and troubleshooting WAN Routing and traffic engineering Strong familiarity with major network vendors, such as Cisco, Juniper, F5 and Fortinet Strong knowledge of SNMP, NTP, TACACS+, SYSLOG and other standard network protocols Has an analytical mind-set, able to problem solve, plans and prioritise work load efficiently and effectively Typical desirable qualifications would include: Service Provider routing and/or Security certifications (eg CCIE/JNCIE/SRA or equivalent). Although consideration will be given to demonstrable equivalent experience. The role holder should be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and technical skills and the ability to communicate complex matters in a simplified way as a component of the role will involve introducing new developments and capabilities to various teams across the business. Knowledge and significant experience of the following are essential: Self-starter, able to engage in multiple projects, plan and manage time, delivery, and expectations Must be willing to work out of hours to carry out changes Knowledge and some experience of the following are moderately desirable: Automation eg YANG, Openconfig, NETCONF, RESTCONF, Ansible, Python. The service must include to be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Powerpoint, Visio.
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
The IP Design Specialist service will report into the Senior IP Services Design Manager, covering primarily network design support for end-user services. This is a highly experienced level role with design responsibilities across a diverse range of both large scale and medium scale projects, supporting delivery of fixed-line and mobile services, private cloud, hybrid cloud, IT, WiFi and Enterprise projects. The role holder will support projects across a wide range of IP/MPLS networking, switching, and routing, involving mobile telecoms networks and applications and virtualisation of these applications into Cloud infrastructures. Key responsibilities & accountabilities Lead and support on all designs, especially complex designs across the IP network portfolio, including LAN, WAN, SP, advanced routing and switching, Cloud Technologies, such as public cloud and private cloud (OpenStack/OpenShift) SME that works with strategy and architecture to drive expert designs that align to the goals of the organisation Creation of detailed documentation, sometimes very specialised to support complex projects, crossing various technology domains Support and govern other designers/engineers and departments to deliver complex projects and implementations Specialist troubleshooter, working with multiple teams and event controls to resolve issues related designs Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment Ability to be a liaison officer and lead stakeholder with regards to escalations and operational events. Essential skills, knowledge, or experience (Inc. professional or technical qualifications) This service requires extensive networking skills and experience coupled with an ability to quickly learn and apply knowledge in new areas. Senior level knowledge and experience in service provider and datacentre switching and routing are essential, with experience in on-prem and hybrid Cloud technologies is highly advantageous. Experience in coding for network automation will also be advantageous. Service Provider MPLS and DC routing and switching: Complex network design and implementation focused on redundancy and highly available networks Strong understanding of the OSI model layer and TCP/IP stack, with advanced network troubleshooting In-depth knowledge of BGP, MPLS, service provider and enterprise routing protocols L2 and L3 network design, operations, and troubleshooting WAN Routing and traffic engineering Strong familiarity with major network vendors, such as Cisco, Juniper, F5 and Fortinet Strong knowledge of SNMP, NTP, TACACS+, SYSLOG and other standard network protocols Has an analytical mind-set, able to problem solve, plans and prioritise work load efficiently and effectively Typical desirable qualifications would include: Service Provider routing and/or Security certifications (eg CCIE/JNCIE/SRA or equivalent). Although consideration will be given to demonstrable equivalent experience. The role holder should be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and technical skills and the ability to communicate complex matters in a simplified way as a component of the role will involve introducing new developments and capabilities to various teams across the business. Knowledge and significant experience of the following are essential: Self-starter, able to engage in multiple projects, plan and manage time, delivery, and expectations Must be willing to work out of hours to carry out changes Knowledge and some experience of the following are moderately desirable: Automation eg YANG, Openconfig, NETCONF, RESTCONF, Ansible, Python. The service must include to be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Powerpoint, Visio.
This is an exciting role for a senior AI/ML Research Engineer to join a world-leading Energy Trading & Commodities company as part of their highly innovative GenAI Team. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying scalable AI/ML solutions across multiple business areas. The role focuses on delivering production-grade machine learning systems while ensuring alignment with enterprise quality, reliability and scalability standards. You will lead end-to-end AI/ML solution developmentfrom data exploration and experimentation through to deployment, monitoring and continuous optimisation. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including data engineering, infrastructure, DevOps, and product management to translate business needs into robust, reusable machine learning architectures. Required Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in a relevant discipline (Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, or related fields). 10+ years of experience in software development and machine learning engineering. Core Technical Skills: Strong expertise in designing large-scale machine learning systems and architectures. Advanced programming skills (Python preferred) with experience in frameworks and tools such as JavaScript, Kafka, and reactive systems. Extensive experience with cloud-based development, particularly on Azure, including AI/ML services and data platforms. Proven experience with Kubernetes for application deployment, scaling, and monitoring. Strong background in CI/CD pipeline design, automation, and maintenance. Hands-on experience with data engineering tools and storage solutions (eg, ADLS, Spark, Databricks, SQL/NoSQL databases). Experience with distributed computing and big data processing frameworks such as PySpark. Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform and Helm. Advanced/Specialist Expertise: Experience building and deploying GenAI solutions using frameworks such as LangChain and Azure OpenAI. Development of enterprise-grade RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems, including context engineering and multimodal data pipelines. Design and deployment of autonomous multi-agent systems using modern orchestration frameworks and evaluation approaches. Experience delivering Text-to-SQL solutions and natural language interfaces for structured data environments. Additional Skills: Strong understanding of data processing, cleansing, and handling large structured and unstructured datasets. Solid foundation in Linux, Scripting (Bash/PowerShell), and networking fundamentals. Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business terms. Experience working in agile, cross-functional, and globally distributed teams. Continuous learning mindset with a focus on emerging technologies and innovation. Nice-to-Have: Experience with AWS or GCP ML platforms (eg, SageMaker, Vertex AI). Front End development (React) or Back End development (.NET/C#). Commercial awareness and understanding of business value delivery. With a focus within Energy Trading, Oil & Gas, Financial Markets and Commodities, we offer a transparent Recruitment Service that has proven to be reliable and effective for over 40 years. We are ISO accredited and proud of our excellent TrustPilot Reviews. Your search for a New Contract Assignment or for a New Permanent Job will be in safe hands with Eaglecliff Recruitment. Please telephone for an immediate response or email your CV for a quick response. Eaglecliff Ltd is acting in the capacity of an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for contractor resourcing.
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
This is an exciting role for a senior AI/ML Research Engineer to join a world-leading Energy Trading & Commodities company as part of their highly innovative GenAI Team. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying scalable AI/ML solutions across multiple business areas. The role focuses on delivering production-grade machine learning systems while ensuring alignment with enterprise quality, reliability and scalability standards. You will lead end-to-end AI/ML solution developmentfrom data exploration and experimentation through to deployment, monitoring and continuous optimisation. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including data engineering, infrastructure, DevOps, and product management to translate business needs into robust, reusable machine learning architectures. Required Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in a relevant discipline (Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, or related fields). 10+ years of experience in software development and machine learning engineering. Core Technical Skills: Strong expertise in designing large-scale machine learning systems and architectures. Advanced programming skills (Python preferred) with experience in frameworks and tools such as JavaScript, Kafka, and reactive systems. Extensive experience with cloud-based development, particularly on Azure, including AI/ML services and data platforms. Proven experience with Kubernetes for application deployment, scaling, and monitoring. Strong background in CI/CD pipeline design, automation, and maintenance. Hands-on experience with data engineering tools and storage solutions (eg, ADLS, Spark, Databricks, SQL/NoSQL databases). Experience with distributed computing and big data processing frameworks such as PySpark. Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform and Helm. Advanced/Specialist Expertise: Experience building and deploying GenAI solutions using frameworks such as LangChain and Azure OpenAI. Development of enterprise-grade RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems, including context engineering and multimodal data pipelines. Design and deployment of autonomous multi-agent systems using modern orchestration frameworks and evaluation approaches. Experience delivering Text-to-SQL solutions and natural language interfaces for structured data environments. Additional Skills: Strong understanding of data processing, cleansing, and handling large structured and unstructured datasets. Solid foundation in Linux, Scripting (Bash/PowerShell), and networking fundamentals. Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business terms. Experience working in agile, cross-functional, and globally distributed teams. Continuous learning mindset with a focus on emerging technologies and innovation. Nice-to-Have: Experience with AWS or GCP ML platforms (eg, SageMaker, Vertex AI). Front End development (React) or Back End development (.NET/C#). Commercial awareness and understanding of business value delivery. With a focus within Energy Trading, Oil & Gas, Financial Markets and Commodities, we offer a transparent Recruitment Service that has proven to be reliable and effective for over 40 years. We are ISO accredited and proud of our excellent TrustPilot Reviews. Your search for a New Contract Assignment or for a New Permanent Job will be in safe hands with Eaglecliff Recruitment. Please telephone for an immediate response or email your CV for a quick response. Eaglecliff Ltd is acting in the capacity of an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for contractor resourcing.
DevOps Engineer - Azure Services, CI/CD, Terraform, Infrastructure as Code, Version Control, Enterprise Applications, Agile I am seeking an experienced DevOps Developer to join my client who is a leading consultancy based in London. In this role you will be required to lead cloud transformation projects through the design and architecture of secure solutions using Azure services and Infrastructures with code using Terraform. You'll be responsible to enforce best practices, mentor junior members of the team and drive secure, scalable cloud solutions and CI/CD pipelines. Key Skills: Azure Services CI/CD Infrastructure with Code - Terraform Azure Services - Key Vault, Functions, Logic Apps, APIM, Blob Storage, Private Networks DevOps Engineering Agile Version Control Strategies Mentoring junior team members This is a full time role offering a salary of up to £90k, plus benefits. You will be required to work onsite up to 2 days per week. If you are interested or know someone who might be please reach out. DevOps Engineer - Azure Services, CI/CD, Terraform, Infrastructure as Code, Version Control, Enterprise Applications, Agile
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
DevOps Engineer - Azure Services, CI/CD, Terraform, Infrastructure as Code, Version Control, Enterprise Applications, Agile I am seeking an experienced DevOps Developer to join my client who is a leading consultancy based in London. In this role you will be required to lead cloud transformation projects through the design and architecture of secure solutions using Azure services and Infrastructures with code using Terraform. You'll be responsible to enforce best practices, mentor junior members of the team and drive secure, scalable cloud solutions and CI/CD pipelines. Key Skills: Azure Services CI/CD Infrastructure with Code - Terraform Azure Services - Key Vault, Functions, Logic Apps, APIM, Blob Storage, Private Networks DevOps Engineering Agile Version Control Strategies Mentoring junior team members This is a full time role offering a salary of up to £90k, plus benefits. You will be required to work onsite up to 2 days per week. If you are interested or know someone who might be please reach out. DevOps Engineer - Azure Services, CI/CD, Terraform, Infrastructure as Code, Version Control, Enterprise Applications, Agile
About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect Consulting is a leading digital transformation consultancy delivering user-centred, scalable, and secure technology solutions across the public sector and enterprise organisations. We specialise in agile delivery, cloud engineering, software development, data, and digital services that enable organisations to modernise critical systems and improve outcomes for millions of users. Our teams work collaboratively with clients to design, build, and support innovative digital products using modern engineering practices, cloud-native technologies, and DevOps principles. We foster a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and technical excellence while maintaining a strong focus on quality, security, and user needs. Location: Newcastle (Hybrid, with occasional travel as required) Security Clearance: SC Clearance required (existing clearance desirable, or willingness and eligibility to obtain and maintain SC clearance) Role Overview We are looking for an experienced AWS DevOps Engineer to support the delivery, automation, and management of secure, scalable, and resilient cloud environments within complex digital transformation programmes. You will be responsible for building and maintaining AWS environments, managing CI/CD pipelines, implementing cloud governance standards, and supporting development teams working across Front End applications, microservices, serverless components, and integration platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong AWS expertise, excellent infrastructure automation skills, and experience working within secure and highly regulated environments. Key Responsibilities Support the setup, configuration, and management of multiple AWS environments across development, test, staging, and production. Manage and maintain AWS infrastructure to ensure high availability, scalability, security, and operational efficiency. Support and optimise Git-based CI/CD pipelines across multiple technology stacks. Work closely with software engineering teams supporting React Front End applications, microservices, Lambda functions, and integration services. Support Kafka integrations and event-driven architectures. Configure and manage AWS networking components, including Transit Gateway and PrivateLink where applicable. Support API management platforms, including Kong Enterprise Edition (Kong EE). Administer Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and AWS IAM roles for development teams, ensuring adherence to security best practices. Apply and maintain cloud governance standards, including accurate cloud resource tagging aligned with organisational FinOps principles. Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise cloud infrastructure performance, security, and costs. Support infrastructure automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices. Collaborate with architects, developers, security teams, and stakeholders to deliver secure and efficient cloud solutions. Produce and maintain technical documentation and operational procedures. Drive continuous improvement across cloud operations and DevOps practices. Essential Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure management. Experience standing up and supporting multiple AWS environments. Experience managing and maintaining Git-based CI/CD pipelines. Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures, microservices, and serverless technologies. Experience supporting React applications. Experience working with AWS Lambda functions. Knowledge of Kafka integration and event-driven systems. Experience with AWS networking services, including Transit Gateway and PrivateLink. Experience administering AWS IAM, MFA, and access controls. Knowledge of cloud governance, cost optimisation, and FinOps practices. Experience implementing enterprise cloud resource tagging standards. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. Experience working within Agile delivery environments. Desirable Skills Experience with Kong Enterprise Edition (Kong EE). Experience working within secure or regulated environments. Experience using Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation. Knowledge of containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools. Personal Attributes Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong collaboration and teamwork abilities. Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Passion for automation, continuous improvement, and modern engineering practices. Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and communities and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups and are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and ensuring an accessible and inclusive hiring experience.
Jun 15, 2026
About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect Consulting is a leading digital transformation consultancy delivering user-centred, scalable, and secure technology solutions across the public sector and enterprise organisations. We specialise in agile delivery, cloud engineering, software development, data, and digital services that enable organisations to modernise critical systems and improve outcomes for millions of users. Our teams work collaboratively with clients to design, build, and support innovative digital products using modern engineering practices, cloud-native technologies, and DevOps principles. We foster a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and technical excellence while maintaining a strong focus on quality, security, and user needs. Location: Newcastle (Hybrid, with occasional travel as required) Security Clearance: SC Clearance required (existing clearance desirable, or willingness and eligibility to obtain and maintain SC clearance) Role Overview We are looking for an experienced AWS DevOps Engineer to support the delivery, automation, and management of secure, scalable, and resilient cloud environments within complex digital transformation programmes. You will be responsible for building and maintaining AWS environments, managing CI/CD pipelines, implementing cloud governance standards, and supporting development teams working across Front End applications, microservices, serverless components, and integration platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong AWS expertise, excellent infrastructure automation skills, and experience working within secure and highly regulated environments. Key Responsibilities Support the setup, configuration, and management of multiple AWS environments across development, test, staging, and production. Manage and maintain AWS infrastructure to ensure high availability, scalability, security, and operational efficiency. Support and optimise Git-based CI/CD pipelines across multiple technology stacks. Work closely with software engineering teams supporting React Front End applications, microservices, Lambda functions, and integration services. Support Kafka integrations and event-driven architectures. Configure and manage AWS networking components, including Transit Gateway and PrivateLink where applicable. Support API management platforms, including Kong Enterprise Edition (Kong EE). Administer Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and AWS IAM roles for development teams, ensuring adherence to security best practices. Apply and maintain cloud governance standards, including accurate cloud resource tagging aligned with organisational FinOps principles. Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise cloud infrastructure performance, security, and costs. Support infrastructure automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices. Collaborate with architects, developers, security teams, and stakeholders to deliver secure and efficient cloud solutions. Produce and maintain technical documentation and operational procedures. Drive continuous improvement across cloud operations and DevOps practices. Essential Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure management. Experience standing up and supporting multiple AWS environments. Experience managing and maintaining Git-based CI/CD pipelines. Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures, microservices, and serverless technologies. Experience supporting React applications. Experience working with AWS Lambda functions. Knowledge of Kafka integration and event-driven systems. Experience with AWS networking services, including Transit Gateway and PrivateLink. Experience administering AWS IAM, MFA, and access controls. Knowledge of cloud governance, cost optimisation, and FinOps practices. Experience implementing enterprise cloud resource tagging standards. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. Experience working within Agile delivery environments. Desirable Skills Experience with Kong Enterprise Edition (Kong EE). Experience working within secure or regulated environments. Experience using Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation. Knowledge of containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools. Personal Attributes Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong collaboration and teamwork abilities. Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Passion for automation, continuous improvement, and modern engineering practices. Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and communities and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups and are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and ensuring an accessible and inclusive hiring experience.
Engineering Operations Project Manager, Engineering or Manufacturing background required, Staverton, Gloucestershire c£50000 + benefits Market leading company in the aviation and engineering sector is looking for a Project Manager to join the Project Management Office. In this regulated engineering/manufacturing environment you will be responsible for various project management activities including new product introduction and relocating engineering kit/infrastructure between sites (often international). You must therefore have a good understanding of managing projects within manufacturing or engineering and will know the considerations when relocating engineering and manufacturing products. The role is based predominantly onsite in Staverton, Gloucestershire and includes travel to customer sites. The Role Support and assist the delivery of work transfer, new product introduction, and site integration projects Work closely with engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, and commercial teams. Help define project scope, plans, milestones, and success criteria Track dependencies, risks, issues, and actions across projects Monitor progress against plans and escalate where timelines or scope are at risk Prepare and maintain clear, accurate project documentation and reporting Experience Required Experience of project coordination, project management or operations in an engineering or manufacturing environment. Exposure to regulated industries - ideally aerospace and defence. Good knowledge of manufacturing and/or engineering environments and moving kit between sites. Used to working with multiple stakeholder's. Willingness to travel. This is a great role for a candidate that has project management experience and knowledge (or similar project based experience) and now wants to develop this further. This experience must have been gained with a manufacturing or engineering environment. Salary is likely to be c£45000 - 55000 + benefits. If you have the required skills and experience please send your CV for a full brief. Interviews soon.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Engineering Operations Project Manager, Engineering or Manufacturing background required, Staverton, Gloucestershire c£50000 + benefits Market leading company in the aviation and engineering sector is looking for a Project Manager to join the Project Management Office. In this regulated engineering/manufacturing environment you will be responsible for various project management activities including new product introduction and relocating engineering kit/infrastructure between sites (often international). You must therefore have a good understanding of managing projects within manufacturing or engineering and will know the considerations when relocating engineering and manufacturing products. The role is based predominantly onsite in Staverton, Gloucestershire and includes travel to customer sites. The Role Support and assist the delivery of work transfer, new product introduction, and site integration projects Work closely with engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, and commercial teams. Help define project scope, plans, milestones, and success criteria Track dependencies, risks, issues, and actions across projects Monitor progress against plans and escalate where timelines or scope are at risk Prepare and maintain clear, accurate project documentation and reporting Experience Required Experience of project coordination, project management or operations in an engineering or manufacturing environment. Exposure to regulated industries - ideally aerospace and defence. Good knowledge of manufacturing and/or engineering environments and moving kit between sites. Used to working with multiple stakeholder's. Willingness to travel. This is a great role for a candidate that has project management experience and knowledge (or similar project based experience) and now wants to develop this further. This experience must have been gained with a manufacturing or engineering environment. Salary is likely to be c£45000 - 55000 + benefits. If you have the required skills and experience please send your CV for a full brief. Interviews soon.
Apache Spark Python AWS Cloud Data Pipelines A hands-on data engineering role within a large-scale cloud data programme, responsible for building, maintaining, and troubleshooting data pipelines using Apache Spark, PySpark, Apache Airflow, and a broad suite of AWS services. You will apply strong analytical and engineering skills to deliver trusted, well-governed data assets in a modern, cloud-native environment. About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect is a leading UK technology consultancy delivering digital transformation across public and private sectors, contributing to over 20% of the UK's major citizen-facing public services. We specialise in cloud engineering, data platforms, and agile delivery, helping clients build scalable, secure, and user-centred digital solutions that create real impact. Active SC clearance is a mandatory, non-negotiable requirement. Candidates must hold current, in-date Security Check (SC) clearance at the time of application. Sponsorship is not available. Applications without active SC clearance will not be considered. Working arrangement: This role is hybrid. Candidates must be willing and able to travel to the Newcastle office three days per week. Remaining days may be worked remotely from anywhere in the UK. About the role You will work as a Data Engineer on a complex, cloud-based data programme - designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines that process large volumes of data across a modern AWS-native stack. Using Apache Spark and PySpark for distributed data processing, Apache Airflow for orchestration, and a range of AWS services for storage, compute, and analytics, you will help deliver reliable, well-governed data assets to downstream users. You will apply strong data analysis skills to identify root causes of data issues, work with dimensional data models and slowly changing dimensions, and implement infrastructure as code using Terraform. Familiarity with engineering best practices and the ability to translate customer expectations into applied technical functionality are key to success in this role. Key responsibilitiesData pipeline development Build and maintain scalable data pipelines using Apache Spark and PySpark, processing and transforming large datasets across distributed cloud infrastructure. Workflow orchestration Configure and manage Apache Airflow DAGs for task orchestration, ensuring reliable scheduling, monitoring, and execution of data processing workflows. Root cause analysis Perform data analysis to identify and resolve root causes of pipeline failures and data quality issues - including reviewing EMR output logs and CloudWatch metrics. Data modelling Apply understanding of dimensional data models and slowly changing dimensions (SCD) to design and maintain well-structured, analytically trusted data assets. Infrastructure as code Provision and manage cloud infrastructure using Terraform. Containerise solutions using Docker and manage deployments through GitLab CI/CD pipelines and release tagging. Security & encryption Apply understanding of both Server Side and client-side encryption patterns within AWS. Work within IAM policies and data governance standards appropriate to a regulated government environment. Technical skills requiredLanguages & analytics Python - primary language for pipeline development and data processing SQL - used for querying, transformation, and validation across data stores PySpark - for distributed data processing using Apache Spark on AWS EMR Familiarity with basic data structures for constructing robust, scalable solutions Data processing & orchestration Apache Spark - understanding of distributed data processing architecture and execution Apache Airflow - configuring DAGs and managing task orchestration at scale Jupyter Notebooks - for exploratory data analysis and pipeline prototyping Understanding of dimensional data models and slowly changing dimensions (SCD Types 1, 2, 3) Data analysis skills to identify root cause of issues within pipelines and data assets AWS services Amazon EMR - running Spark workloads and reviewing output logs Amazon Athena - ad hoc querying of data in S3 Amazon Textract and Comprehend - familiarity with AI/ML document extraction and NLP services AWS S3, IAM, CloudWatch, EC2, ECR - core platform services used day-to-day AWS console proficiency - navigating, configuring, and monitoring services Understanding of Server Side and client-side encryption within AWS Infrastructure, DevOps & delivery Terraform - Infrastructure as Code for provisioning and managing AWS environments Docker - containerisation of data engineering solutions GitLab - source code management, CI/CD pipeline configuration, release tagging, and component versioning Familiarity with engineering best practices Ability to translate customer expectations into applied, functional technical solutions Technology stack at a glance PythonPySparkSQLApache SparkApache AirflowJupyter NotebooksDimensional modelling/SCDAWS EMRAmazon AthenaAWS S3AWS IAMAWS CloudWatchAWS EC2/ECRAmazon TextractAmazon ComprehendTerraformDockerGitLab CI/CDGitLab Tags
Jun 15, 2026
Apache Spark Python AWS Cloud Data Pipelines A hands-on data engineering role within a large-scale cloud data programme, responsible for building, maintaining, and troubleshooting data pipelines using Apache Spark, PySpark, Apache Airflow, and a broad suite of AWS services. You will apply strong analytical and engineering skills to deliver trusted, well-governed data assets in a modern, cloud-native environment. About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect is a leading UK technology consultancy delivering digital transformation across public and private sectors, contributing to over 20% of the UK's major citizen-facing public services. We specialise in cloud engineering, data platforms, and agile delivery, helping clients build scalable, secure, and user-centred digital solutions that create real impact. Active SC clearance is a mandatory, non-negotiable requirement. Candidates must hold current, in-date Security Check (SC) clearance at the time of application. Sponsorship is not available. Applications without active SC clearance will not be considered. Working arrangement: This role is hybrid. Candidates must be willing and able to travel to the Newcastle office three days per week. Remaining days may be worked remotely from anywhere in the UK. About the role You will work as a Data Engineer on a complex, cloud-based data programme - designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines that process large volumes of data across a modern AWS-native stack. Using Apache Spark and PySpark for distributed data processing, Apache Airflow for orchestration, and a range of AWS services for storage, compute, and analytics, you will help deliver reliable, well-governed data assets to downstream users. You will apply strong data analysis skills to identify root causes of data issues, work with dimensional data models and slowly changing dimensions, and implement infrastructure as code using Terraform. Familiarity with engineering best practices and the ability to translate customer expectations into applied technical functionality are key to success in this role. Key responsibilitiesData pipeline development Build and maintain scalable data pipelines using Apache Spark and PySpark, processing and transforming large datasets across distributed cloud infrastructure. Workflow orchestration Configure and manage Apache Airflow DAGs for task orchestration, ensuring reliable scheduling, monitoring, and execution of data processing workflows. Root cause analysis Perform data analysis to identify and resolve root causes of pipeline failures and data quality issues - including reviewing EMR output logs and CloudWatch metrics. Data modelling Apply understanding of dimensional data models and slowly changing dimensions (SCD) to design and maintain well-structured, analytically trusted data assets. Infrastructure as code Provision and manage cloud infrastructure using Terraform. Containerise solutions using Docker and manage deployments through GitLab CI/CD pipelines and release tagging. Security & encryption Apply understanding of both Server Side and client-side encryption patterns within AWS. Work within IAM policies and data governance standards appropriate to a regulated government environment. Technical skills requiredLanguages & analytics Python - primary language for pipeline development and data processing SQL - used for querying, transformation, and validation across data stores PySpark - for distributed data processing using Apache Spark on AWS EMR Familiarity with basic data structures for constructing robust, scalable solutions Data processing & orchestration Apache Spark - understanding of distributed data processing architecture and execution Apache Airflow - configuring DAGs and managing task orchestration at scale Jupyter Notebooks - for exploratory data analysis and pipeline prototyping Understanding of dimensional data models and slowly changing dimensions (SCD Types 1, 2, 3) Data analysis skills to identify root cause of issues within pipelines and data assets AWS services Amazon EMR - running Spark workloads and reviewing output logs Amazon Athena - ad hoc querying of data in S3 Amazon Textract and Comprehend - familiarity with AI/ML document extraction and NLP services AWS S3, IAM, CloudWatch, EC2, ECR - core platform services used day-to-day AWS console proficiency - navigating, configuring, and monitoring services Understanding of Server Side and client-side encryption within AWS Infrastructure, DevOps & delivery Terraform - Infrastructure as Code for provisioning and managing AWS environments Docker - containerisation of data engineering solutions GitLab - source code management, CI/CD pipeline configuration, release tagging, and component versioning Familiarity with engineering best practices Ability to translate customer expectations into applied, functional technical solutions Technology stack at a glance PythonPySparkSQLApache SparkApache AirflowJupyter NotebooksDimensional modelling/SCDAWS EMRAmazon AthenaAWS S3AWS IAMAWS CloudWatchAWS EC2/ECRAmazon TextractAmazon ComprehendTerraformDockerGitLab CI/CDGitLab Tags
Project Manager, Engineering or Manufacturing background required, Staverton, Gloucestershire c £ 50000 + benefits Market leading company in the aviation and engineering sector is looking for a Project Manager to join the Project Management Office. In this regulated engineering/manufacturing environment you will be responsible for various project management activities including new product introduction and relocating engineering kit/infrastructure between sites (often international). You must therefore have a good understanding of managing projects within manufacturing or engineering and will know the considerations when relocating engineering and manufacturing products. The role is based predominantly onsite in Staverton, Gloucestershire and includes travel to customer sites. The Role Support and assist the delivery of work transfer, new product introduction, and site integration projects Work closely with engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, and commercial teams. Help define project scope, plans, milestones, and success criteria Track dependencies, risks, issues, and actions across projects Monitor progress against plans and escalate where timelines or scope are at risk Prepare and maintain clear, accurate project documentation and reporting Experience Required Experience of project coordination, project management or operations in an engineering or manufacturing environment. Exposure to regulated industries - ideally aerospace and defence. Good knowledge of manufacturing and/or engineering environments and moving kit between sites. Used to working with multiple stakeholder's. Willingness to travel. This is a great role for a candidate that has project management experience and knowledge (or similar project based experience) and now wants to develop this further. This experience must have been gained with a manufacturing or engineering environment. Salary is likely to be c £ 45000 - 55000 + benefits. If you have the required skills and experience please send your CV for a full brief. Interviews soon.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Project Manager, Engineering or Manufacturing background required, Staverton, Gloucestershire c £ 50000 + benefits Market leading company in the aviation and engineering sector is looking for a Project Manager to join the Project Management Office. In this regulated engineering/manufacturing environment you will be responsible for various project management activities including new product introduction and relocating engineering kit/infrastructure between sites (often international). You must therefore have a good understanding of managing projects within manufacturing or engineering and will know the considerations when relocating engineering and manufacturing products. The role is based predominantly onsite in Staverton, Gloucestershire and includes travel to customer sites. The Role Support and assist the delivery of work transfer, new product introduction, and site integration projects Work closely with engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, and commercial teams. Help define project scope, plans, milestones, and success criteria Track dependencies, risks, issues, and actions across projects Monitor progress against plans and escalate where timelines or scope are at risk Prepare and maintain clear, accurate project documentation and reporting Experience Required Experience of project coordination, project management or operations in an engineering or manufacturing environment. Exposure to regulated industries - ideally aerospace and defence. Good knowledge of manufacturing and/or engineering environments and moving kit between sites. Used to working with multiple stakeholder's. Willingness to travel. This is a great role for a candidate that has project management experience and knowledge (or similar project based experience) and now wants to develop this further. This experience must have been gained with a manufacturing or engineering environment. Salary is likely to be c £ 45000 - 55000 + benefits. If you have the required skills and experience please send your CV for a full brief. Interviews soon.
Civil Engineer Location: Cheltenham Department: Infrastructure / Civil Engineering Job Type: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Opportunity for a Civil Engineer to join a growing team in Cheltenham This is an excellent opportunity for a Civil Engineer to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary consultancy where people, culture, and quality of work genuinely come first. The business invests heavily in its people and builds long-term partnerships with clients and stakeholders, resulting in meaningful, high-quality projects that positively shape the built environment. Core values centre around collaboration, wellbeing, and celebrating success as a team. The Cheltenham office is a flagship workspace, designed to support both productivity and wellbeing. The office benefits from excellent natural light, views across Cheltenham, a large kitchen and social space opening onto a sun terrace, on-site gym and showers, bike storage, meeting rooms and breakout areas. Around 40 professionals are based here across civil engineering, transport planning, water environment, landscape architecture and business services, creating a highly collaborative and social environment. What you'll be doing Preparing drainage strategies and engineering reports to support planning applications Producing technical drawings including sketch and preliminary highway designs, drainage and external works layouts Delivering ground modelling, S104, S278 and S38 designs through to technical approval Mentoring and supporting junior team members Liaising with clients, stakeholders and wider project teams Undertaking site visits when required Obtaining third-party information such as utility searches and background drawings Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary design team This is primarily a desk-based role with occasional site visits, offering strong technical exposure alongside a supportive team environment. What you'll bring Experience in civil / development infrastructure design Ability to prepare drainage strategies, reports and technical drawings Knowledge of S104, S278 and S38 processes Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset A proactive approach to project delivery and teamwork Rewarding you Competitive salary, dependent on experience Industry-leading annual leave: 25 days annual leave Your birthday off Christmas to New Year closure Additional day for every three years' service (up to five extra days) 4% employer pension contribution Life assurance Comprehensive wellbeing package including Cycle to Work scheme, paid charity days, Employee Assistance Programme and regular social events Being inclusive The business is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Diversity is valued, and flexibility or adjustments are supported to help everyone perform at their best. If you're a Civil Engineer looking for your next step, please don't hesitate to get in touch for a confidential conversation: Michael Finch (phone number removed) Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Civil Engineer Location: Cheltenham Department: Infrastructure / Civil Engineering Job Type: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Opportunity for a Civil Engineer to join a growing team in Cheltenham This is an excellent opportunity for a Civil Engineer to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary consultancy where people, culture, and quality of work genuinely come first. The business invests heavily in its people and builds long-term partnerships with clients and stakeholders, resulting in meaningful, high-quality projects that positively shape the built environment. Core values centre around collaboration, wellbeing, and celebrating success as a team. The Cheltenham office is a flagship workspace, designed to support both productivity and wellbeing. The office benefits from excellent natural light, views across Cheltenham, a large kitchen and social space opening onto a sun terrace, on-site gym and showers, bike storage, meeting rooms and breakout areas. Around 40 professionals are based here across civil engineering, transport planning, water environment, landscape architecture and business services, creating a highly collaborative and social environment. What you'll be doing Preparing drainage strategies and engineering reports to support planning applications Producing technical drawings including sketch and preliminary highway designs, drainage and external works layouts Delivering ground modelling, S104, S278 and S38 designs through to technical approval Mentoring and supporting junior team members Liaising with clients, stakeholders and wider project teams Undertaking site visits when required Obtaining third-party information such as utility searches and background drawings Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary design team This is primarily a desk-based role with occasional site visits, offering strong technical exposure alongside a supportive team environment. What you'll bring Experience in civil / development infrastructure design Ability to prepare drainage strategies, reports and technical drawings Knowledge of S104, S278 and S38 processes Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset A proactive approach to project delivery and teamwork Rewarding you Competitive salary, dependent on experience Industry-leading annual leave: 25 days annual leave Your birthday off Christmas to New Year closure Additional day for every three years' service (up to five extra days) 4% employer pension contribution Life assurance Comprehensive wellbeing package including Cycle to Work scheme, paid charity days, Employee Assistance Programme and regular social events Being inclusive The business is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Diversity is valued, and flexibility or adjustments are supported to help everyone perform at their best. If you're a Civil Engineer looking for your next step, please don't hesitate to get in touch for a confidential conversation: Michael Finch (phone number removed) Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Operational Safety Advisor Location: Lanarkshire Job Type: Permanent, Part-Time (3 Days per Week) Are you passionate about creating safer working environments and influencing positive change? Our client, a leading infrastructure services provider, is looking to appoint an Operational Safety Advisor to support projects across Lanarkshire. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced health and safety professional to play a key role in promoting best practice, ensuring compliance, and driving a positive safety culture across operational teams. The Role As Operational Safety Advisor, you will work closely with site and management teams to ensure health, safety, environmental and quality (HSEQ) standards are maintained and continuously improved. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the delivery of HSEQ objectives across operational projects Providing practical health and safety advice to site teams and managers Conducting site inspections, audits and safety observations Assisting with incident investigations and root cause analysis Identifying trends and recommending improvements to safety performance Supporting risk assessments and implementing effective control measures Producing safety communications, reports and presentations Keeping teams informed of relevant legislation and industry best practice Promoting a proactive and positive safety culture throughout the business Requirements Previous experience in a Health & Safety Advisor role within an operational environment Civil engineering or infrastructure project experience Strong understanding of risk management and incident investigation NEBOSH qualification (essential) Excellent communication and reporting skills Ability to influence and engage with stakeholders at all levels Experience carrying out audits, inspections and compliance reviews Full UK driving licence What's on Offer? This is an opportunity to join a well-established organisation where safety is a core business priority. You'll have the chance to influence operational performance, support continuous improvement initiatives and make a genuine impact across a range of infrastructure projects. To apply, please submit your latest CV or contact Louise Knock on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion, quoting reference J47061. Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Operational Safety Advisor Location: Lanarkshire Job Type: Permanent, Part-Time (3 Days per Week) Are you passionate about creating safer working environments and influencing positive change? Our client, a leading infrastructure services provider, is looking to appoint an Operational Safety Advisor to support projects across Lanarkshire. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced health and safety professional to play a key role in promoting best practice, ensuring compliance, and driving a positive safety culture across operational teams. The Role As Operational Safety Advisor, you will work closely with site and management teams to ensure health, safety, environmental and quality (HSEQ) standards are maintained and continuously improved. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the delivery of HSEQ objectives across operational projects Providing practical health and safety advice to site teams and managers Conducting site inspections, audits and safety observations Assisting with incident investigations and root cause analysis Identifying trends and recommending improvements to safety performance Supporting risk assessments and implementing effective control measures Producing safety communications, reports and presentations Keeping teams informed of relevant legislation and industry best practice Promoting a proactive and positive safety culture throughout the business Requirements Previous experience in a Health & Safety Advisor role within an operational environment Civil engineering or infrastructure project experience Strong understanding of risk management and incident investigation NEBOSH qualification (essential) Excellent communication and reporting skills Ability to influence and engage with stakeholders at all levels Experience carrying out audits, inspections and compliance reviews Full UK driving licence What's on Offer? This is an opportunity to join a well-established organisation where safety is a core business priority. You'll have the chance to influence operational performance, support continuous improvement initiatives and make a genuine impact across a range of infrastructure projects. To apply, please submit your latest CV or contact Louise Knock on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion, quoting reference J47061. Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
Job Title: Director of Planning Locations: London, Cambridge, Bristol, Manchester, Birmingham or Glasgow Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in the appointment of a Director of Planning to join its nationally recognised Planning and Environmental team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced planning professional to step into a strategic leadership position within one of the UK's foremost infrastructure and development consultancies. The business is at the forefront of thought leadership across sustainable development, Net Zero, ESG, Biodiversity Net Gain and digital transformation, delivering projects that shape communities and support future generations. Working within a highly collaborative national planning team, you'll play a key role in growing and strengthening the planning offer across the UK while leading major projects and developing high-performing teams. The Role As Director of Planning, you will provide strategic leadership across the UK planning practice, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive growth, enhance market presence and deliver technical excellence to clients. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Provide strategic direction to the national Planning practice. Support the development and delivery of business growth plans. Lead, inspire and develop teams across multiple regions. Foster a high-performing and collaborative culture. Business Development Drive work-winning activities and secure major infrastructure and development projects. Identify emerging opportunities across sectors including energy, transport, water, housing and Net Zero. Build and maintain a strong external profile within the industry. Strengthen client relationships and market positioning. Client & Project Delivery Act as lead director on flagship projects and key client accounts. Deliver high-quality planning advice across complex, multidisciplinary schemes. Oversee commercial performance, governance and risk management. Ensure technical excellence and outstanding client service. Collaboration Work closely with planning, environmental, engineering and design teams. Promote integrated delivery and a one-team approach. Contribute to innovation and thought leadership initiatives. People & Culture Mentor and develop planning professionals across all levels. Support talent development and succession planning. Help attract and retain the industry's best talent. Champion an inclusive and collaborative working environment. About You You will be an accomplished planning professional with a strong track record of leadership, business development and delivering major projects. Requirements include: Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (RTPI accredited). Chartered Member of the RTPI. Extensive consultancy experience, including leadership of high-performing teams. Proven success in winning and delivering major infrastructure and development projects. Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and consenting regimes, including DCO experience where applicable. Excellent commercial awareness and experience managing complex client relationships. An established professional network and recognised industry profile. Outstanding communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading consultancy and influence some of the UK's most significant infrastructure and development projects. You'll have the platform to shape strategy, grow teams and contribute to the industry's response to some of society's biggest challenges, including climate change, sustainable growth and infrastructure delivery. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Director of Planning Locations: London, Cambridge, Bristol, Manchester, Birmingham or Glasgow Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in the appointment of a Director of Planning to join its nationally recognised Planning and Environmental team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced planning professional to step into a strategic leadership position within one of the UK's foremost infrastructure and development consultancies. The business is at the forefront of thought leadership across sustainable development, Net Zero, ESG, Biodiversity Net Gain and digital transformation, delivering projects that shape communities and support future generations. Working within a highly collaborative national planning team, you'll play a key role in growing and strengthening the planning offer across the UK while leading major projects and developing high-performing teams. The Role As Director of Planning, you will provide strategic leadership across the UK planning practice, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive growth, enhance market presence and deliver technical excellence to clients. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Provide strategic direction to the national Planning practice. Support the development and delivery of business growth plans. Lead, inspire and develop teams across multiple regions. Foster a high-performing and collaborative culture. Business Development Drive work-winning activities and secure major infrastructure and development projects. Identify emerging opportunities across sectors including energy, transport, water, housing and Net Zero. Build and maintain a strong external profile within the industry. Strengthen client relationships and market positioning. Client & Project Delivery Act as lead director on flagship projects and key client accounts. Deliver high-quality planning advice across complex, multidisciplinary schemes. Oversee commercial performance, governance and risk management. Ensure technical excellence and outstanding client service. Collaboration Work closely with planning, environmental, engineering and design teams. Promote integrated delivery and a one-team approach. Contribute to innovation and thought leadership initiatives. People & Culture Mentor and develop planning professionals across all levels. Support talent development and succession planning. Help attract and retain the industry's best talent. Champion an inclusive and collaborative working environment. About You You will be an accomplished planning professional with a strong track record of leadership, business development and delivering major projects. Requirements include: Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (RTPI accredited). Chartered Member of the RTPI. Extensive consultancy experience, including leadership of high-performing teams. Proven success in winning and delivering major infrastructure and development projects. Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and consenting regimes, including DCO experience where applicable. Excellent commercial awareness and experience managing complex client relationships. An established professional network and recognised industry profile. Outstanding communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading consultancy and influence some of the UK's most significant infrastructure and development projects. You'll have the platform to shape strategy, grow teams and contribute to the industry's response to some of society's biggest challenges, including climate change, sustainable growth and infrastructure delivery. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Join Companies House at a pivotal time as we transform our digital services to better support millions of users across the UK. As a Junior DevOps/WebOps Engineer within our Digital and Technology directorate, you'll play a key role in delivering secure, resilient, and high-performing services that underpin the UK company register. You'll be part of a large, diverse, and collaborative engineering community, working in an agile environment alongside software engineers, analysts, and product teams. Together, we support and enhance a wide range of critical internal and customer-facing services, maintaining high levels of service availability and continuously improving how we deliver. This role offers the opportunity to develop your technical skills, contribute to WebOps practices, and support service reliability through monitoring, incident management, and problem-solving. If you are customer-focused, enjoy working as part of a team, and are motivated to learn and grow while contributing to meaningful public services, we encourage you to apply. Why choose Companies House? At Companies house we take a proactive approach to wellbeing by promoting a welcoming culture, healthy work life balance and supporting colleagues to be their best in work because we know people are the key to our success. Our benefits include: Flexible working with no core hours (6am - 8pm flexible options) 30 days annual leave 8 bank holidays & 1 privilege day Enrolment into Civil Service Pension scheme average 28.97% On-site working available for peer led-learning enhancing professional experience and career progression Please note: Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. Security Clearance is an essential requirement for this campaign. You'll need to have been in the UK for at least 3 out of the last 5 years to be eligible to apply for SC. The team for this role is based in Cardiff, and a hybrid contract will be the standard offering for this role. Job description As a Junior DevOps/WebOps Engineer, you will play your part in the IT Services Digital team during a period of significant transformation, supporting the delivery of secure, resilient and high-performing IT services across Companies House systems: Supporting maintenance, upgrades, and continuous service improvements to help ensure systems remain reliable and perform effectively Assisting the team in aligning services with evolving organisational and legislative priorities, including changes introduced through the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act Supporting live services through proactive monitoring and incident resolution to maintain availability and performance Contributing to system upgrades, enhancements, and automation activities as your skills develop Supporting reporting and data management activities to help inform service performance and improvements Assisting with incident management through ServiceNow, contributing to issue resolution and supporting root cause analysis Working as part of a wider team to support the development and improvement of digital services, contributing to transformation and more efficient ways of working Collaborating with colleagues across IT Services, learning from experienced engineers and contributing positively to team development and wellbeing Participating in an on-call rota (where required) to support critical services, with appropriate support and development You can read more about a career in Digital and Data within the Civil Service in the Government Digital and Data Candidate Information Pack. Person specification We are looking for someone who: Is keen to learn and develop, actively building their technical capability Takes proactive steps to get to know the working teams around them, valuing the input from other colleagues and being a positive influence to bring change and improvement in everyday tasks Works collaboratively to support continuous improvement initiatives, values teamwork and knowledge sharing Takes a proactive approach to problem-solving and service improvement Shows an interest in non-functional requirements, such as availability, security, and performance Is adaptable and able to work effectively in a changing technical environment Understands continuous development and delivery to support the ongoing work of the team and delivery of services to customers Is willing to support more experienced team members with ongoing tasks including developing fixes or enhancements Technical skills Has cloud based Unix/Linus environments and database querying (SQL) Awareness or experience of automation and monitoring within a support environment Exposure to cloud-based infrastructure (e.g. AWS or similar), with an understanding of core concepts Knowledge of database querying and investigation (e.g. SQL or similar) Experience or exposure to coding or scripting (e.g. shell, Python, Java, or similar) An awareness of DevOps principles, tools, and ways of working Experience in similar or equivalent technologies will be considered Experience Working collaboratively to support continuous improvement initiatives, values teamwork and knowledge sharing An understanding or practical experience of cloud-based (e.g AWS) Unix/Linux environments, database querying (e.g SQL) with some confidence scripting, automating and monitoring Experience or awareness of supporting systems in a live service environment (e.g ServiceNow), including responding to incidents or alerts An understanding of monitoring and maintaining system performance Experience assisting with data management, reporting and incident resolution Able to make a contribution to system builds, deployments and releases The ability to troubleshoot technical issues and apply logical, methodical problem-solving, including an interest in supporting root cause analysis Good communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team A customer-focused mindset, with an awareness of the importance of reliable and accessible digital services Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Changing and Improving Working Together Managing a Quality Service Delivering at Pace Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Unix/Linux and SQL Automation and monitoring Cloud-based infrastructure Benefits Alongside your salary of £35,952, Companies House contributes £10,415 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. 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Join Companies House and discover a role that offers more than just a job, with flexibility, career development and a genuinely supportive culture where you can thrive: Flexible working from day one - hybrid working, flexible hours and flexitime A generous, competitive package - including 30 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + 1 privilege day, plus family leave and sickness provision We invest in your future - funded training, professional qualifications and clear career progression pathways A modern and welcoming workplace - collaboration spaces, on-site facilities and an office you'll enjoy Stand-out location benefits - including free parking in Cardiff and on-site amenities across all locations Wellbeing at the heart of what we do - occupational health support, mental health advocates and wellbeing initiatives Real savings and lifestyle perks - myLifestyle discounts, gym discounts and childcare support A friendly, social and inclusive culture - staff networks, sports and social groups and volunteering opportunities Security you can count on - Civil Service Pension Scheme with employer contributions of around 28% We celebrate diversity As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity, being committed to ensuring we're representative of the citizens we serve and creating an inclusive environment. Everyone in Companies House brings something different, and so will you. To fulfil our commitment to recruiting and attracting diverse talent we welcome applications from underrepresented groups. We also welcome applications from Welsh speakers. We are proud to be a disability confident leader. Our recruitment process is fully inclusive and we can make adjustments as needed through our process. These could include having an interview buddy, extra time at interviews/assessments and receiving interview questions in advance, to name a few. If you require any reasonable adjustments at application stage, or if you'd like to discuss any person-centred adjustments, please contact us by emailing . Read our 'Applying under the Disability Confidence Scheme (DCS)' guide to find out how to successfully complete an application under the Disability Confidence Scheme (DCS). Where will you be working? This role is based in our Cardiff office, aligned with the key duties for this role. . click apply for full job details
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Join Companies House at a pivotal time as we transform our digital services to better support millions of users across the UK. As a Junior DevOps/WebOps Engineer within our Digital and Technology directorate, you'll play a key role in delivering secure, resilient, and high-performing services that underpin the UK company register. You'll be part of a large, diverse, and collaborative engineering community, working in an agile environment alongside software engineers, analysts, and product teams. Together, we support and enhance a wide range of critical internal and customer-facing services, maintaining high levels of service availability and continuously improving how we deliver. This role offers the opportunity to develop your technical skills, contribute to WebOps practices, and support service reliability through monitoring, incident management, and problem-solving. If you are customer-focused, enjoy working as part of a team, and are motivated to learn and grow while contributing to meaningful public services, we encourage you to apply. Why choose Companies House? At Companies house we take a proactive approach to wellbeing by promoting a welcoming culture, healthy work life balance and supporting colleagues to be their best in work because we know people are the key to our success. Our benefits include: Flexible working with no core hours (6am - 8pm flexible options) 30 days annual leave 8 bank holidays & 1 privilege day Enrolment into Civil Service Pension scheme average 28.97% On-site working available for peer led-learning enhancing professional experience and career progression Please note: Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. Security Clearance is an essential requirement for this campaign. You'll need to have been in the UK for at least 3 out of the last 5 years to be eligible to apply for SC. The team for this role is based in Cardiff, and a hybrid contract will be the standard offering for this role. Job description As a Junior DevOps/WebOps Engineer, you will play your part in the IT Services Digital team during a period of significant transformation, supporting the delivery of secure, resilient and high-performing IT services across Companies House systems: Supporting maintenance, upgrades, and continuous service improvements to help ensure systems remain reliable and perform effectively Assisting the team in aligning services with evolving organisational and legislative priorities, including changes introduced through the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act Supporting live services through proactive monitoring and incident resolution to maintain availability and performance Contributing to system upgrades, enhancements, and automation activities as your skills develop Supporting reporting and data management activities to help inform service performance and improvements Assisting with incident management through ServiceNow, contributing to issue resolution and supporting root cause analysis Working as part of a wider team to support the development and improvement of digital services, contributing to transformation and more efficient ways of working Collaborating with colleagues across IT Services, learning from experienced engineers and contributing positively to team development and wellbeing Participating in an on-call rota (where required) to support critical services, with appropriate support and development You can read more about a career in Digital and Data within the Civil Service in the Government Digital and Data Candidate Information Pack. Person specification We are looking for someone who: Is keen to learn and develop, actively building their technical capability Takes proactive steps to get to know the working teams around them, valuing the input from other colleagues and being a positive influence to bring change and improvement in everyday tasks Works collaboratively to support continuous improvement initiatives, values teamwork and knowledge sharing Takes a proactive approach to problem-solving and service improvement Shows an interest in non-functional requirements, such as availability, security, and performance Is adaptable and able to work effectively in a changing technical environment Understands continuous development and delivery to support the ongoing work of the team and delivery of services to customers Is willing to support more experienced team members with ongoing tasks including developing fixes or enhancements Technical skills Has cloud based Unix/Linus environments and database querying (SQL) Awareness or experience of automation and monitoring within a support environment Exposure to cloud-based infrastructure (e.g. AWS or similar), with an understanding of core concepts Knowledge of database querying and investigation (e.g. SQL or similar) Experience or exposure to coding or scripting (e.g. shell, Python, Java, or similar) An awareness of DevOps principles, tools, and ways of working Experience in similar or equivalent technologies will be considered Experience Working collaboratively to support continuous improvement initiatives, values teamwork and knowledge sharing An understanding or practical experience of cloud-based (e.g AWS) Unix/Linux environments, database querying (e.g SQL) with some confidence scripting, automating and monitoring Experience or awareness of supporting systems in a live service environment (e.g ServiceNow), including responding to incidents or alerts An understanding of monitoring and maintaining system performance Experience assisting with data management, reporting and incident resolution Able to make a contribution to system builds, deployments and releases The ability to troubleshoot technical issues and apply logical, methodical problem-solving, including an interest in supporting root cause analysis Good communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team A customer-focused mindset, with an awareness of the importance of reliable and accessible digital services Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Changing and Improving Working Together Managing a Quality Service Delivering at Pace Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Unix/Linux and SQL Automation and monitoring Cloud-based infrastructure Benefits Alongside your salary of £35,952, Companies House contributes £10,415 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Join Companies House and discover a role that offers more than just a job, with flexibility, career development and a genuinely supportive culture where you can thrive: Flexible working from day one - hybrid working, flexible hours and flexitime A generous, competitive package - including 30 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + 1 privilege day, plus family leave and sickness provision We invest in your future - funded training, professional qualifications and clear career progression pathways A modern and welcoming workplace - collaboration spaces, on-site facilities and an office you'll enjoy Stand-out location benefits - including free parking in Cardiff and on-site amenities across all locations Wellbeing at the heart of what we do - occupational health support, mental health advocates and wellbeing initiatives Real savings and lifestyle perks - myLifestyle discounts, gym discounts and childcare support A friendly, social and inclusive culture - staff networks, sports and social groups and volunteering opportunities Security you can count on - Civil Service Pension Scheme with employer contributions of around 28% We celebrate diversity As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity, being committed to ensuring we're representative of the citizens we serve and creating an inclusive environment. Everyone in Companies House brings something different, and so will you. To fulfil our commitment to recruiting and attracting diverse talent we welcome applications from underrepresented groups. We also welcome applications from Welsh speakers. We are proud to be a disability confident leader. Our recruitment process is fully inclusive and we can make adjustments as needed through our process. These could include having an interview buddy, extra time at interviews/assessments and receiving interview questions in advance, to name a few. If you require any reasonable adjustments at application stage, or if you'd like to discuss any person-centred adjustments, please contact us by emailing . Read our 'Applying under the Disability Confidence Scheme (DCS)' guide to find out how to successfully complete an application under the Disability Confidence Scheme (DCS). Where will you be working? This role is based in our Cardiff office, aligned with the key duties for this role. . click apply for full job details
Senior Pump & Drainage Engineer (Clean & Wastewater) Sussex, South London Field-Based Full-Time Permanent 40,000 - 50,000 + Van + Overtime + Benefits A growing specialist engineering business operating across water, wastewater, and infrastructure services is looking to appoint a Senior Pump & Drainage Engineer to support continued expansion across the South East and London regions. This is a hands-on, senior role for someone who can lead from the front-combining technical delivery with on-site leadership across a mix of clean water, wastewater, drainage, and associated civil works. The Role You'll take ownership of complex pump and drainage works across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure environments, acting as the senior technical presence on site. This role suits someone who is confident working independently, mentoring junior engineers, and interfacing with clients while maintaining high standards of delivery and compliance. Key Responsibilities Lead installation, servicing, and maintenance of clean & wastewater pump systems Carry out advanced fault finding across mechanical and electrical systems, including control panels Oversee drainage and pumping infrastructure works, ensuring quality and safety standards are met Support and supervise small teams on-site where required Interpret technical drawings and ensure accurate delivery of works Contribute to civils-related activities (chambers, pipework, trenching, concrete works) Complete asset surveys and provide condition reporting to support lifecycle planning Ensure all works are delivered in line with RAMS, H&S, and regulatory compliance Liaise directly with clients and stakeholders on-site What We're Looking For 5+ years' experience within clean/wastewater pumps and drainage systems Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding capability Background in civils, environmental services, or hard FM highly desirable Experience working on pump stations, treatment systems, or similar infrastructure Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of jobs end-to-end Confident communicator with a professional approach on client sites Full UK driving licence What's On Offer 40,000 - 50,000 salary (depending on experience) Company van, tools, and fuel card Overtime and weekend work available at enhanced rates 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) Private medical cover Pension scheme Ongoing training and long-term progression opportunities Stable, growing business with a strong pipeline of work Location Field-based across South East England and Southern areas of London Ideal candidates will be based within reasonable commute of West Sussex / surrounding areas If you're a senior engineer looking for more autonomy, variety, and the chance to step into a leadership position within a growing specialist contractor, this is a strong opportunity to consider. RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Pump & Drainage Engineer (Clean & Wastewater) Sussex, South London Field-Based Full-Time Permanent 40,000 - 50,000 + Van + Overtime + Benefits A growing specialist engineering business operating across water, wastewater, and infrastructure services is looking to appoint a Senior Pump & Drainage Engineer to support continued expansion across the South East and London regions. This is a hands-on, senior role for someone who can lead from the front-combining technical delivery with on-site leadership across a mix of clean water, wastewater, drainage, and associated civil works. The Role You'll take ownership of complex pump and drainage works across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure environments, acting as the senior technical presence on site. This role suits someone who is confident working independently, mentoring junior engineers, and interfacing with clients while maintaining high standards of delivery and compliance. Key Responsibilities Lead installation, servicing, and maintenance of clean & wastewater pump systems Carry out advanced fault finding across mechanical and electrical systems, including control panels Oversee drainage and pumping infrastructure works, ensuring quality and safety standards are met Support and supervise small teams on-site where required Interpret technical drawings and ensure accurate delivery of works Contribute to civils-related activities (chambers, pipework, trenching, concrete works) Complete asset surveys and provide condition reporting to support lifecycle planning Ensure all works are delivered in line with RAMS, H&S, and regulatory compliance Liaise directly with clients and stakeholders on-site What We're Looking For 5+ years' experience within clean/wastewater pumps and drainage systems Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding capability Background in civils, environmental services, or hard FM highly desirable Experience working on pump stations, treatment systems, or similar infrastructure Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of jobs end-to-end Confident communicator with a professional approach on client sites Full UK driving licence What's On Offer 40,000 - 50,000 salary (depending on experience) Company van, tools, and fuel card Overtime and weekend work available at enhanced rates 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) Private medical cover Pension scheme Ongoing training and long-term progression opportunities Stable, growing business with a strong pipeline of work Location Field-based across South East England and Southern areas of London Ideal candidates will be based within reasonable commute of West Sussex / surrounding areas If you're a senior engineer looking for more autonomy, variety, and the chance to step into a leadership position within a growing specialist contractor, this is a strong opportunity to consider. RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 7 countries, make your mark at Europe's leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. The Field Operations Engineer - Vision Guarantee (F1) is responsible for assuring the reliable technical delivery of our Sky - owned field production technologies on Sky Sports' Formula 1 outside broadcasts. Acting as the onsite technical guarantee, the role provides hands - on engineering support across live events, maintaining signal integrity, system resilience, and rapid fault resolution in high - pressure production environments. Working closely with the F1 Senior Field Engineering Manager, Production, MCR, Control Rooms, and centralised facilities, the role ensures consistent end - to - end delivery while contributing to continuous improvement in workflows, tooling, and technical standards. This role requires extensive worldwide travel and working at Osterley and includes weekends. What you'll do: Own the end - to - end performance and integrity of the vision chain across assigned events. Configure, align, and validate video systems including cameras, routing, monitoring, and signal paths. Ensure all vision infrastructure is deployed to defined standards and is fully operational ahead of transmission. Proactively identify and mitigate risks to on - air quality and system performance. Lead the technical delivery of vision systems on site during live events. Act as a key escalation point for complex vision - related faults, driving rapid diagnosis and resolution. Support pre-event testing, commissioning, and post -event review to improve reliability and consistency. Work closely with MCR and control room teams to ensure seamless signal acquisition and delivery. Rig, configure, and support field - based broadcast infrastructure including SDI/IP video systems and associated connectivity. Support integration of third - party systems, ensuring compatibility with Sky standards and workflows. Maintain accurate technical documentation, schematics, and signal flow diagrams. Contribute to standardisation of deployment models and engineering practices across events. Work in partnership with Production, MCR, and wider Engineering teams to deliver cohesive end - to - end services. Provide operational feedback into system design, tooling, and workflow improvements. Support the adoption and embedding of new technologies into live operational environments. What you will bring: Strong technical expertise in live broadcast vision systems and signal workflows. Proven experience supporting outside broadcasts or field - based production environments. Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues under live broadcast constraints. Good working knowledge of audio, comms, and networked broadcast systems. Experience working with third - party vendors and integrated broadcast solutions. Clear and effective communication skills across technical and non - technical stakeholders. Accountable for the quality and reliability of vision systems within assigned events or deployments. Applies sound technical judgement to resolve issues and maintain on - air integrity. Consistently delivers high - quality technical outcomes in live and time - critical environments. Identifies opportunities to improve workflows, reliability, and operational efficiency. Contributes to the development of standards and best practices within Field Operations. Maintains compliance with engineering, safety, and broadcast standards. Team Overview: Sky Production Services Sky Production Services is the home of content creation and innovation for Sky and beyond. We provide outstanding facilities and talent for storytellers, including Studios, Post Production and other content production resources. We want to give our customers the best viewing experience, from the picture they see, the sound they hear to the entertainment, sports or news programme they choose to watch. The Rewards: There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion: At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 7 countries, make your mark at Europe's leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. The Field Operations Engineer - Vision Guarantee (F1) is responsible for assuring the reliable technical delivery of our Sky - owned field production technologies on Sky Sports' Formula 1 outside broadcasts. Acting as the onsite technical guarantee, the role provides hands - on engineering support across live events, maintaining signal integrity, system resilience, and rapid fault resolution in high - pressure production environments. Working closely with the F1 Senior Field Engineering Manager, Production, MCR, Control Rooms, and centralised facilities, the role ensures consistent end - to - end delivery while contributing to continuous improvement in workflows, tooling, and technical standards. This role requires extensive worldwide travel and working at Osterley and includes weekends. What you'll do: Own the end - to - end performance and integrity of the vision chain across assigned events. Configure, align, and validate video systems including cameras, routing, monitoring, and signal paths. Ensure all vision infrastructure is deployed to defined standards and is fully operational ahead of transmission. Proactively identify and mitigate risks to on - air quality and system performance. Lead the technical delivery of vision systems on site during live events. Act as a key escalation point for complex vision - related faults, driving rapid diagnosis and resolution. Support pre-event testing, commissioning, and post -event review to improve reliability and consistency. Work closely with MCR and control room teams to ensure seamless signal acquisition and delivery. Rig, configure, and support field - based broadcast infrastructure including SDI/IP video systems and associated connectivity. Support integration of third - party systems, ensuring compatibility with Sky standards and workflows. Maintain accurate technical documentation, schematics, and signal flow diagrams. Contribute to standardisation of deployment models and engineering practices across events. Work in partnership with Production, MCR, and wider Engineering teams to deliver cohesive end - to - end services. Provide operational feedback into system design, tooling, and workflow improvements. Support the adoption and embedding of new technologies into live operational environments. What you will bring: Strong technical expertise in live broadcast vision systems and signal workflows. Proven experience supporting outside broadcasts or field - based production environments. Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues under live broadcast constraints. Good working knowledge of audio, comms, and networked broadcast systems. Experience working with third - party vendors and integrated broadcast solutions. Clear and effective communication skills across technical and non - technical stakeholders. Accountable for the quality and reliability of vision systems within assigned events or deployments. Applies sound technical judgement to resolve issues and maintain on - air integrity. Consistently delivers high - quality technical outcomes in live and time - critical environments. Identifies opportunities to improve workflows, reliability, and operational efficiency. Contributes to the development of standards and best practices within Field Operations. Maintains compliance with engineering, safety, and broadcast standards. Team Overview: Sky Production Services Sky Production Services is the home of content creation and innovation for Sky and beyond. We provide outstanding facilities and talent for storytellers, including Studios, Post Production and other content production resources. We want to give our customers the best viewing experience, from the picture they see, the sound they hear to the entertainment, sports or news programme they choose to watch. The Rewards: There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion: At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
VolkerWessels UK is a market leading contracting group of five closely linked businesses. We provide integrated and ground-breaking solutions for the civil engineering and construction sectors, with specialisms in rail, highways, airports, marine, defence, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. We're looking for a hands-on Lead Developer to shape our engineering direction and guide a tale click apply for full job details
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
VolkerWessels UK is a market leading contracting group of five closely linked businesses. We provide integrated and ground-breaking solutions for the civil engineering and construction sectors, with specialisms in rail, highways, airports, marine, defence, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. We're looking for a hands-on Lead Developer to shape our engineering direction and guide a tale click apply for full job details
Job Title: Director of Planning Locations: London, Cambridge, Bristol, Manchester, Birmingham or Glasgow Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in the appointment of a Director of Planning to join its nationally recognised Planning and Environmental team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced planning professional to step into a strategic leadership position within one of the UK's foremost infrastructure and development consultancies. The business is at the forefront of thought leadership across sustainable development, Net Zero, ESG, Biodiversity Net Gain and digital transformation, delivering projects that shape communities and support future generations. Working within a highly collaborative national planning team, you'll play a key role in growing and strengthening the planning offer across the UK while leading major projects and developing high-performing teams. The Role As Director of Planning, you will provide strategic leadership across the UK planning practice, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive growth, enhance market presence and deliver technical excellence to clients. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Provide strategic direction to the national Planning practice. Support the development and delivery of business growth plans. Lead, inspire and develop teams across multiple regions. Foster a high-performing and collaborative culture. Business Development Drive work-winning activities and secure major infrastructure and development projects. Identify emerging opportunities across sectors including energy, transport, water, housing and Net Zero. Build and maintain a strong external profile within the industry. Strengthen client relationships and market positioning. Client & Project Delivery Act as lead director on flagship projects and key client accounts. Deliver high-quality planning advice across complex, multidisciplinary schemes. Oversee commercial performance, governance and risk management. Ensure technical excellence and outstanding client service. Collaboration Work closely with planning, environmental, engineering and design teams. Promote integrated delivery and a one-team approach. Contribute to innovation and thought leadership initiatives. People & Culture Mentor and develop planning professionals across all levels. Support talent development and succession planning. Help attract and retain the industry's best talent. Champion an inclusive and collaborative working environment. About You You will be an accomplished planning professional with a strong track record of leadership, business development and delivering major projects. Requirements include: Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (RTPI accredited). Chartered Member of the RTPI. Extensive consultancy experience, including leadership of high-performing teams. Proven success in winning and delivering major infrastructure and development projects. Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and consenting regimes, including DCO experience where applicable. Excellent commercial awareness and experience managing complex client relationships. An established professional network and recognised industry profile. Outstanding communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading consultancy and influence some of the UK's most significant infrastructure and development projects. You'll have the platform to shape strategy, grow teams and contribute to the industry's response to some of society's biggest challenges, including climate change, sustainable growth and infrastructure delivery. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Director of Planning Locations: London, Cambridge, Bristol, Manchester, Birmingham or Glasgow Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in the appointment of a Director of Planning to join its nationally recognised Planning and Environmental team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced planning professional to step into a strategic leadership position within one of the UK's foremost infrastructure and development consultancies. The business is at the forefront of thought leadership across sustainable development, Net Zero, ESG, Biodiversity Net Gain and digital transformation, delivering projects that shape communities and support future generations. Working within a highly collaborative national planning team, you'll play a key role in growing and strengthening the planning offer across the UK while leading major projects and developing high-performing teams. The Role As Director of Planning, you will provide strategic leadership across the UK planning practice, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive growth, enhance market presence and deliver technical excellence to clients. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Provide strategic direction to the national Planning practice. Support the development and delivery of business growth plans. Lead, inspire and develop teams across multiple regions. Foster a high-performing and collaborative culture. Business Development Drive work-winning activities and secure major infrastructure and development projects. Identify emerging opportunities across sectors including energy, transport, water, housing and Net Zero. Build and maintain a strong external profile within the industry. Strengthen client relationships and market positioning. Client & Project Delivery Act as lead director on flagship projects and key client accounts. Deliver high-quality planning advice across complex, multidisciplinary schemes. Oversee commercial performance, governance and risk management. Ensure technical excellence and outstanding client service. Collaboration Work closely with planning, environmental, engineering and design teams. Promote integrated delivery and a one-team approach. Contribute to innovation and thought leadership initiatives. People & Culture Mentor and develop planning professionals across all levels. Support talent development and succession planning. Help attract and retain the industry's best talent. Champion an inclusive and collaborative working environment. About You You will be an accomplished planning professional with a strong track record of leadership, business development and delivering major projects. Requirements include: Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (RTPI accredited). Chartered Member of the RTPI. Extensive consultancy experience, including leadership of high-performing teams. Proven success in winning and delivering major infrastructure and development projects. Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and consenting regimes, including DCO experience where applicable. Excellent commercial awareness and experience managing complex client relationships. An established professional network and recognised industry profile. Outstanding communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading consultancy and influence some of the UK's most significant infrastructure and development projects. You'll have the platform to shape strategy, grow teams and contribute to the industry's response to some of society's biggest challenges, including climate change, sustainable growth and infrastructure delivery. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Job Title: Director of Planning Locations: London, Cambridge, Bristol, Manchester, Birmingham or Glasgow Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in the appointment of a Director of Planning to join its nationally recognised Planning and Environmental team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced planning professional to step into a strategic leadership position within one of the UK's foremost infrastructure and development consultancies. The business is at the forefront of thought leadership across sustainable development, Net Zero, ESG, Biodiversity Net Gain and digital transformation, delivering projects that shape communities and support future generations. Working within a highly collaborative national planning team, you'll play a key role in growing and strengthening the planning offer across the UK while leading major projects and developing high-performing teams. The Role As Director of Planning, you will provide strategic leadership across the UK planning practice, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive growth, enhance market presence and deliver technical excellence to clients. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Provide strategic direction to the national Planning practice. Support the development and delivery of business growth plans. Lead, inspire and develop teams across multiple regions. Foster a high-performing and collaborative culture. Business Development Drive work-winning activities and secure major infrastructure and development projects. Identify emerging opportunities across sectors including energy, transport, water, housing and Net Zero. Build and maintain a strong external profile within the industry. Strengthen client relationships and market positioning. Client & Project Delivery Act as lead director on flagship projects and key client accounts. Deliver high-quality planning advice across complex, multidisciplinary schemes. Oversee commercial performance, governance and risk management. Ensure technical excellence and outstanding client service. Collaboration Work closely with planning, environmental, engineering and design teams. Promote integrated delivery and a one-team approach. Contribute to innovation and thought leadership initiatives. People & Culture Mentor and develop planning professionals across all levels. Support talent development and succession planning. Help attract and retain the industry's best talent. Champion an inclusive and collaborative working environment. About You You will be an accomplished planning professional with a strong track record of leadership, business development and delivering major projects. Requirements include: Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (RTPI accredited). Chartered Member of the RTPI. Extensive consultancy experience, including leadership of high-performing teams. Proven success in winning and delivering major infrastructure and development projects. Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and consenting regimes, including DCO experience where applicable. Excellent commercial awareness and experience managing complex client relationships. An established professional network and recognised industry profile. Outstanding communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading consultancy and influence some of the UK's most significant infrastructure and development projects. You'll have the platform to shape strategy, grow teams and contribute to the industry's response to some of society's biggest challenges, including climate change, sustainable growth and infrastructure delivery. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Director of Planning Locations: London, Cambridge, Bristol, Manchester, Birmingham or Glasgow Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in the appointment of a Director of Planning to join its nationally recognised Planning and Environmental team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced planning professional to step into a strategic leadership position within one of the UK's foremost infrastructure and development consultancies. The business is at the forefront of thought leadership across sustainable development, Net Zero, ESG, Biodiversity Net Gain and digital transformation, delivering projects that shape communities and support future generations. Working within a highly collaborative national planning team, you'll play a key role in growing and strengthening the planning offer across the UK while leading major projects and developing high-performing teams. The Role As Director of Planning, you will provide strategic leadership across the UK planning practice, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive growth, enhance market presence and deliver technical excellence to clients. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Provide strategic direction to the national Planning practice. Support the development and delivery of business growth plans. Lead, inspire and develop teams across multiple regions. Foster a high-performing and collaborative culture. Business Development Drive work-winning activities and secure major infrastructure and development projects. Identify emerging opportunities across sectors including energy, transport, water, housing and Net Zero. Build and maintain a strong external profile within the industry. Strengthen client relationships and market positioning. Client & Project Delivery Act as lead director on flagship projects and key client accounts. Deliver high-quality planning advice across complex, multidisciplinary schemes. Oversee commercial performance, governance and risk management. Ensure technical excellence and outstanding client service. Collaboration Work closely with planning, environmental, engineering and design teams. Promote integrated delivery and a one-team approach. Contribute to innovation and thought leadership initiatives. People & Culture Mentor and develop planning professionals across all levels. Support talent development and succession planning. Help attract and retain the industry's best talent. Champion an inclusive and collaborative working environment. About You You will be an accomplished planning professional with a strong track record of leadership, business development and delivering major projects. Requirements include: Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (RTPI accredited). Chartered Member of the RTPI. Extensive consultancy experience, including leadership of high-performing teams. Proven success in winning and delivering major infrastructure and development projects. Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and consenting regimes, including DCO experience where applicable. Excellent commercial awareness and experience managing complex client relationships. An established professional network and recognised industry profile. Outstanding communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading consultancy and influence some of the UK's most significant infrastructure and development projects. You'll have the platform to shape strategy, grow teams and contribute to the industry's response to some of society's biggest challenges, including climate change, sustainable growth and infrastructure delivery. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Job Title: Network Support Engineer Location: Chester - Hybrid ( 3 days in office is essential) ( 4 days in 3 days off shifts ) Contract: 12 months with possible extension. Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 Description: Key Responsibilities Operational support of network environments: Switching Routing (underlay and overlay) Firewall, Traffic Management, Content Inspection, and DNS Identify service impact, interpret monitors, dashboards, traffic captures, and logs using : - Splunk, SevOne, IBM Watson AI Ops, Wireshark, NetScout, and Gigamon Cisco Nexus/ACI, Arista CloudVision, VMware vSphere - Identify possible production failure scenarios through eyes on glass monitoring of IT infrastructure Services - React to the failure according to business impact, and communicates with management and technical escalation - Initiate production support triage efforts for network infrastructure incidents, manage bridge line troubleshooting and appropriate team engagement, engage in technical research and troubleshooting, and escalate to next level of leadership as needed - Provide status updates and technical detail for awareness communications, ensure accuracy of all communications sent, and ensure any necessary follow-ups are scheduled - Responsible for data quality and completion of incident tickets, including ensuring all impacts are accurately recorded and documented in the system of record. - Work ad-hoc reports and offline incidents at the direction of the senior team members or leadership - Promote and enforce production governance during triage/testing and fix efforts, exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. - Adhere to design standards and global design authority processes and procedures - Assemble professional documents based on existing templates and ability to provide accurate work descriptions with assumptions, and caveats. Skills: - Splunk, SevOne, IBM Watson AI Ops, Wireshark, NetScout, and Gigamon Cisco Nexus/ACI, Arista CloudVision, VMware vSphere - Understanding of enterprise network infrastructure (routing, switching, wireless, SD-WAN). - Hands-on experience with Splunk for data ingestion, searches, dashboards, and alerts. - Experience working with network telemetry sources such as SNMP, syslog, telemetry streams, APIs, and device metrics. - Ability to translate raw telemetry into actionable insights for Operations teams. - Strong analytical skills and attention to data quality. - Good communication skills to work effectively with Engineering and Operations teams. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Job Title: Network Support Engineer Location: Chester - Hybrid ( 3 days in office is essential) ( 4 days in 3 days off shifts ) Contract: 12 months with possible extension. Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 Description: Key Responsibilities Operational support of network environments: Switching Routing (underlay and overlay) Firewall, Traffic Management, Content Inspection, and DNS Identify service impact, interpret monitors, dashboards, traffic captures, and logs using : - Splunk, SevOne, IBM Watson AI Ops, Wireshark, NetScout, and Gigamon Cisco Nexus/ACI, Arista CloudVision, VMware vSphere - Identify possible production failure scenarios through eyes on glass monitoring of IT infrastructure Services - React to the failure according to business impact, and communicates with management and technical escalation - Initiate production support triage efforts for network infrastructure incidents, manage bridge line troubleshooting and appropriate team engagement, engage in technical research and troubleshooting, and escalate to next level of leadership as needed - Provide status updates and technical detail for awareness communications, ensure accuracy of all communications sent, and ensure any necessary follow-ups are scheduled - Responsible for data quality and completion of incident tickets, including ensuring all impacts are accurately recorded and documented in the system of record. - Work ad-hoc reports and offline incidents at the direction of the senior team members or leadership - Promote and enforce production governance during triage/testing and fix efforts, exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. - Adhere to design standards and global design authority processes and procedures - Assemble professional documents based on existing templates and ability to provide accurate work descriptions with assumptions, and caveats. Skills: - Splunk, SevOne, IBM Watson AI Ops, Wireshark, NetScout, and Gigamon Cisco Nexus/ACI, Arista CloudVision, VMware vSphere - Understanding of enterprise network infrastructure (routing, switching, wireless, SD-WAN). - Hands-on experience with Splunk for data ingestion, searches, dashboards, and alerts. - Experience working with network telemetry sources such as SNMP, syslog, telemetry streams, APIs, and device metrics. - Ability to translate raw telemetry into actionable insights for Operations teams. - Strong analytical skills and attention to data quality. - Good communication skills to work effectively with Engineering and Operations teams. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Job Title: Director of Planning Locations: London, Cambridge, Bristol, Manchester, Birmingham or Glasgow Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in the appointment of a Director of Planning to join its nationally recognised Planning and Environmental team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced planning professional to step into a strategic leadership position within one of the UK's foremost infrastructure and development consultancies. The business is at the forefront of thought leadership across sustainable development, Net Zero, ESG, Biodiversity Net Gain and digital transformation, delivering projects that shape communities and support future generations. Working within a highly collaborative national planning team, you'll play a key role in growing and strengthening the planning offer across the UK while leading major projects and developing high-performing teams. The Role As Director of Planning, you will provide strategic leadership across the UK planning practice, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive growth, enhance market presence and deliver technical excellence to clients. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Provide strategic direction to the national Planning practice. Support the development and delivery of business growth plans. Lead, inspire and develop teams across multiple regions. Foster a high-performing and collaborative culture. Business Development Drive work-winning activities and secure major infrastructure and development projects. Identify emerging opportunities across sectors including energy, transport, water, housing and Net Zero. Build and maintain a strong external profile within the industry. Strengthen client relationships and market positioning. Client & Project Delivery Act as lead director on flagship projects and key client accounts. Deliver high-quality planning advice across complex, multidisciplinary schemes. Oversee commercial performance, governance and risk management. Ensure technical excellence and outstanding client service. Collaboration Work closely with planning, environmental, engineering and design teams. Promote integrated delivery and a one-team approach. Contribute to innovation and thought leadership initiatives. People & Culture Mentor and develop planning professionals across all levels. Support talent development and succession planning. Help attract and retain the industry's best talent. Champion an inclusive and collaborative working environment. About You You will be an accomplished planning professional with a strong track record of leadership, business development and delivering major projects. Requirements include: Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (RTPI accredited). Chartered Member of the RTPI. Extensive consultancy experience, including leadership of high-performing teams. Proven success in winning and delivering major infrastructure and development projects. Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and consenting regimes, including DCO experience where applicable. Excellent commercial awareness and experience managing complex client relationships. An established professional network and recognised industry profile. Outstanding communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading consultancy and influence some of the UK's most significant infrastructure and development projects. You'll have the platform to shape strategy, grow teams and contribute to the industry's response to some of society's biggest challenges, including climate change, sustainable growth and infrastructure delivery. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Director of Planning Locations: London, Cambridge, Bristol, Manchester, Birmingham or Glasgow Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in the appointment of a Director of Planning to join its nationally recognised Planning and Environmental team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced planning professional to step into a strategic leadership position within one of the UK's foremost infrastructure and development consultancies. The business is at the forefront of thought leadership across sustainable development, Net Zero, ESG, Biodiversity Net Gain and digital transformation, delivering projects that shape communities and support future generations. Working within a highly collaborative national planning team, you'll play a key role in growing and strengthening the planning offer across the UK while leading major projects and developing high-performing teams. The Role As Director of Planning, you will provide strategic leadership across the UK planning practice, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive growth, enhance market presence and deliver technical excellence to clients. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Provide strategic direction to the national Planning practice. Support the development and delivery of business growth plans. Lead, inspire and develop teams across multiple regions. Foster a high-performing and collaborative culture. Business Development Drive work-winning activities and secure major infrastructure and development projects. Identify emerging opportunities across sectors including energy, transport, water, housing and Net Zero. Build and maintain a strong external profile within the industry. Strengthen client relationships and market positioning. Client & Project Delivery Act as lead director on flagship projects and key client accounts. Deliver high-quality planning advice across complex, multidisciplinary schemes. Oversee commercial performance, governance and risk management. Ensure technical excellence and outstanding client service. Collaboration Work closely with planning, environmental, engineering and design teams. Promote integrated delivery and a one-team approach. Contribute to innovation and thought leadership initiatives. People & Culture Mentor and develop planning professionals across all levels. Support talent development and succession planning. Help attract and retain the industry's best talent. Champion an inclusive and collaborative working environment. About You You will be an accomplished planning professional with a strong track record of leadership, business development and delivering major projects. Requirements include: Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (RTPI accredited). Chartered Member of the RTPI. Extensive consultancy experience, including leadership of high-performing teams. Proven success in winning and delivering major infrastructure and development projects. Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and consenting regimes, including DCO experience where applicable. Excellent commercial awareness and experience managing complex client relationships. An established professional network and recognised industry profile. Outstanding communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading consultancy and influence some of the UK's most significant infrastructure and development projects. You'll have the platform to shape strategy, grow teams and contribute to the industry's response to some of society's biggest challenges, including climate change, sustainable growth and infrastructure delivery. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)