Vehicle Technicians Would you like to work in a mobile role, Monday to Friday, based from HOME? Enjoy a fantastic salary package, 33 days holiday a year. Receive ongoing training, working for a main dealer group? THIS IS NOT A ROADSIDE BREAKDOWN ROLE. Recognising the shift in customer expectations and the desire to minimise customer inconvenience, our client is looking for Mobile Service Technicians to work in the Liverpool area. You will be working at local business premises and be responsible for carrying out inspection and service routines, repairs, and testing of vehicles in a professional and safe manner, in accordance with dealer and manufacturer standards. This is a great opportunity for you to demonstrate your skills, with the backup and all the benefits of a main dealer group. You will enjoy lots of rewards, from a performance-related bonus to 33 days' holiday plus many company benefits. You will also receive ongoing training to keep you up to speed with the latest technical developments. In addition to receiving a competitive salary, for the right candidate this position will offer: Industry leading package bonus scheme with uncapped earnings and an upsell bonus 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) in addition to an annual leave purchase & sale scheme Fully equipped van Pension Scheme & Life Assurance Privilege vehicle purchase scheme One day each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice Cycle to work purchase scheme Access to Perks at Work discount website So, what do we look for from you as a Mobile Service Technician? An NVQ 3, City & Guilds or equivalent, Service Technician experience and ideally, you'll also have some main dealership experience An MOT testing qualification is desirable, but this isn't essential. A full valid driving licence as a minimum What is vital is that you have the attention to detail to keep standards high. To find out more or to apply for this vacancy you can email (url removed) or call Daniel directly on (phone number removed). We have many different Motor Trade Jobs available from Service Manager, Service Team Leader, Aftersales Manager, Sales Executive, General Sales Manager, Sales Manager, Business Manager, Sales Admin, Body Shop Manager, Panel Beater, Dealer Principal, Motor Mechanic, Mobile Technicians, Service Advisor, Bodyshop Estimator, Paint Sprayer, Motor Cycle Technicians & Mechanics, Vehicle Technician, Light Commercial Vehicle Technicians, HGV Fitters, Parts Advisor, Parts Manager, Workshop Controller, Trade Parts Representative, Fast Fit, Tyre Fitters, Warranty Administrator, Rental Advisor, Car Valeter, Collection & Delivery Drivers. Mobile vehicle technician. Car Sales Executive, Car Salesperson, Sales Executive, Car Sales, LCV Sales Executive, Commercial Vehicle Sales Executive, Service Advisor, Aftersales Advisor, Service Receptionist, Senior Service Advisor, Service Team Manager, Service Supervisor, STM Automotive Technician, PDI Technician, Service Technician, Senior Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Master Technician, Systems Technician, Qualified Technician, HGV Technician, LCV Technician, Heavy Goods Technician, Light Commercial Technician, Passenger Car Technician, Car Technician, Car Tech, LGV technician, Large Goods Vehicle Technician, Mechanic, HGV Fitter, Fast Fit technician Lots of Motor Trade Jobs throughout the UK Call Us Now for Motor Trade Jobs, Working in Automotive Main Car Dealerships such as Mercedes, Audi, BMW, VW, Jaguar, Land Rover, Volvo, Bentley, Saab, Lexus, Toyota, Mazda, Ford, Peugeot, Renault, Citroen, Vauxhall, Nissan and many more.
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
Vehicle Technicians Would you like to work in a mobile role, Monday to Friday, based from HOME? Enjoy a fantastic salary package, 33 days holiday a year. Receive ongoing training, working for a main dealer group? THIS IS NOT A ROADSIDE BREAKDOWN ROLE. Recognising the shift in customer expectations and the desire to minimise customer inconvenience, our client is looking for Mobile Service Technicians to work in the Liverpool area. You will be working at local business premises and be responsible for carrying out inspection and service routines, repairs, and testing of vehicles in a professional and safe manner, in accordance with dealer and manufacturer standards. This is a great opportunity for you to demonstrate your skills, with the backup and all the benefits of a main dealer group. You will enjoy lots of rewards, from a performance-related bonus to 33 days' holiday plus many company benefits. You will also receive ongoing training to keep you up to speed with the latest technical developments. In addition to receiving a competitive salary, for the right candidate this position will offer: Industry leading package bonus scheme with uncapped earnings and an upsell bonus 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) in addition to an annual leave purchase & sale scheme Fully equipped van Pension Scheme & Life Assurance Privilege vehicle purchase scheme One day each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice Cycle to work purchase scheme Access to Perks at Work discount website So, what do we look for from you as a Mobile Service Technician? An NVQ 3, City & Guilds or equivalent, Service Technician experience and ideally, you'll also have some main dealership experience An MOT testing qualification is desirable, but this isn't essential. A full valid driving licence as a minimum What is vital is that you have the attention to detail to keep standards high. To find out more or to apply for this vacancy you can email (url removed) or call Daniel directly on (phone number removed). We have many different Motor Trade Jobs available from Service Manager, Service Team Leader, Aftersales Manager, Sales Executive, General Sales Manager, Sales Manager, Business Manager, Sales Admin, Body Shop Manager, Panel Beater, Dealer Principal, Motor Mechanic, Mobile Technicians, Service Advisor, Bodyshop Estimator, Paint Sprayer, Motor Cycle Technicians & Mechanics, Vehicle Technician, Light Commercial Vehicle Technicians, HGV Fitters, Parts Advisor, Parts Manager, Workshop Controller, Trade Parts Representative, Fast Fit, Tyre Fitters, Warranty Administrator, Rental Advisor, Car Valeter, Collection & Delivery Drivers. Mobile vehicle technician. Car Sales Executive, Car Salesperson, Sales Executive, Car Sales, LCV Sales Executive, Commercial Vehicle Sales Executive, Service Advisor, Aftersales Advisor, Service Receptionist, Senior Service Advisor, Service Team Manager, Service Supervisor, STM Automotive Technician, PDI Technician, Service Technician, Senior Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Master Technician, Systems Technician, Qualified Technician, HGV Technician, LCV Technician, Heavy Goods Technician, Light Commercial Technician, Passenger Car Technician, Car Technician, Car Tech, LGV technician, Large Goods Vehicle Technician, Mechanic, HGV Fitter, Fast Fit technician Lots of Motor Trade Jobs throughout the UK Call Us Now for Motor Trade Jobs, Working in Automotive Main Car Dealerships such as Mercedes, Audi, BMW, VW, Jaguar, Land Rover, Volvo, Bentley, Saab, Lexus, Toyota, Mazda, Ford, Peugeot, Renault, Citroen, Vauxhall, Nissan and many more.
We are looking for a Finance Transformation Lead to lead the Finance transformation elements required to successfully integrate CHP and Estuary into Delta, working in close partnership with the Director of Finance and wider Finance team. The role is responsible for ensuring that all transformation activity considers and delivers a robust, efficient and future-ready finance function, spanning financial planning, reporting, controls, treasury readiness, systems integration and the finance impacts of all change initiatives. This role will play a key part in embedding financially sound decision-making across the programme, ensuring that transformation is delivered in a way that protects compliance, enables value for money, supports growth ambitions and strengthens long-term organisational resilience. What you'll be doing Work in close partnership with the CFCO, Director of Finance and other senior leaders to align and oversee all finance-related aspects of the integration and transformation programmes. Work in close partnership with the CFCO, Director of Finance and other senior leaders to align and oversee all finance-related aspects of the integration and transformation programmes. Oversee and deliver the integration or rationalisation of finance systems, data structures and reporting tools, ensuring continuity and improved capability, developing better ways of working relating to financial readiness for key milestones. Support in the design and implementation of future-state financial processes including budgeting, forecasting, management accounts, procure-to-pay, rent accounting, rent setting, service charge accounting, treasury administration and financial controls. Support the design and delivery of a benefits realisation framework, ensuring that efficiencies, savings and service improvements are measured and tracked. What we are looking for Degree or equivalent demonstrable experience in finance, accountancy, business transformation or a related field. Proven experience leading finance transformation, finance operating model redesign or large-scale finance change programmes, ideally within housing, public sector or regulated environments. Strong understanding of and experience in finance functions including budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, statutory accounts, and controls. Strong understanding of change management methodologies and frameworks, with the ability to apply these in a practical, delivery-focused environment. Ability to manage multiple complex workstreams, balancing integration priorities with longer-term transformation outcomes. Please note the office expectancy of this role is as follows: This role will operate in a hybrid working model you will need to attend the office to facilitate workshops and attend meetings as and when required. Benefits The salary for this post will be 60,000 Per Annum. Learning and development opportunities Healthcare cash plan Robust employee reward and recognition programme Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme Volunteering programme Competitive pension scheme 25 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays, 3 extra days between Christmas and New Year and 1 wellbeing day per annum. 37 hours per week - employees may be able to work flexibly by agreement with their line manager, taking account of business need. We operate a hybrid working policy at Delta Housing Ltd. Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications or successfully appoint a candidate before the closing date. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a Finance Transformation Lead to lead the Finance transformation elements required to successfully integrate CHP and Estuary into Delta, working in close partnership with the Director of Finance and wider Finance team. The role is responsible for ensuring that all transformation activity considers and delivers a robust, efficient and future-ready finance function, spanning financial planning, reporting, controls, treasury readiness, systems integration and the finance impacts of all change initiatives. This role will play a key part in embedding financially sound decision-making across the programme, ensuring that transformation is delivered in a way that protects compliance, enables value for money, supports growth ambitions and strengthens long-term organisational resilience. What you'll be doing Work in close partnership with the CFCO, Director of Finance and other senior leaders to align and oversee all finance-related aspects of the integration and transformation programmes. Work in close partnership with the CFCO, Director of Finance and other senior leaders to align and oversee all finance-related aspects of the integration and transformation programmes. Oversee and deliver the integration or rationalisation of finance systems, data structures and reporting tools, ensuring continuity and improved capability, developing better ways of working relating to financial readiness for key milestones. Support in the design and implementation of future-state financial processes including budgeting, forecasting, management accounts, procure-to-pay, rent accounting, rent setting, service charge accounting, treasury administration and financial controls. Support the design and delivery of a benefits realisation framework, ensuring that efficiencies, savings and service improvements are measured and tracked. What we are looking for Degree or equivalent demonstrable experience in finance, accountancy, business transformation or a related field. Proven experience leading finance transformation, finance operating model redesign or large-scale finance change programmes, ideally within housing, public sector or regulated environments. Strong understanding of and experience in finance functions including budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, statutory accounts, and controls. Strong understanding of change management methodologies and frameworks, with the ability to apply these in a practical, delivery-focused environment. Ability to manage multiple complex workstreams, balancing integration priorities with longer-term transformation outcomes. Please note the office expectancy of this role is as follows: This role will operate in a hybrid working model you will need to attend the office to facilitate workshops and attend meetings as and when required. Benefits The salary for this post will be 60,000 Per Annum. Learning and development opportunities Healthcare cash plan Robust employee reward and recognition programme Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme Volunteering programme Competitive pension scheme 25 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays, 3 extra days between Christmas and New Year and 1 wellbeing day per annum. 37 hours per week - employees may be able to work flexibly by agreement with their line manager, taking account of business need. We operate a hybrid working policy at Delta Housing Ltd. Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications or successfully appoint a candidate before the closing date. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.
Job title: Business Analyst - Strategic Remote Access Contract: 3 months (possibility of extension) Location: London (hybrid) Job description We are seeking a highly capable and detail driven Business Analyst to support a major remote access transformation programme spanning corporate, retail, and operational technology environments. The successful candidate will lead the requirements gathering, analysis, and documentation of all currently undocumented business requirements relating to Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Zscaler, Operational Technology (OT), IoT, and remote access capabilities across a large scale FMCG / supermarket organisation. This role will work closely with the Remote Access Project Manager, engineering teams, security, operations, and business stakeholders to ensure that all functional and non functional requirements are captured, validated, prioritised, and translated into actionable deliverables. The Business Analyst will play a critical role in shaping solution design, ensuring alignment with business needs, and supporting the delivery of secure, scalable, and user centric remote access services. Key Responsibilities Lead structured requirements gathering activities, including workshops, interviews, process reviews, and analysis of existing documentation across corporate, retail, and OT environments. Identify, document, and validate all business requirements related to remote access, including AVD usage patterns, Zscaler access flows, IoT/OT connectivity needs, and store based operational requirements. Map current state processes and user journeys, identifying gaps, pain points, and undocumented dependencies across remote access workflows. Define future state processes aligned to programme objectives, security standards, and operational constraints. Translate business needs into clear functional and non functional requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria, and process artefacts. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure requirements are feasible, aligned with architectural principles, and fully understood prior to design and build. Support the creation of solution options, ensuring business impacts, risks, and trade offs are clearly articulated. Work closely with retail and FMCG stakeholders, capturing store specific requirements such as device access, POS systems, handheld devices, IoT sensors, and operational workflows. Document remote access requirements for OT environments, including secure connectivity, segmentation, and device level constraints. Ensure requirements traceability from discovery through to delivery, testing, and operational handover. Support test planning and UAT, ensuring test cases align to documented requirements and business expectations. Maintain high quality documentation, including BRDs, process maps, user stories, data flows, and decision logs. Act as a bridge between business and technical teams, ensuring clarity, alignment, and timely decision making. Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience as a Business Analyst within infrastructure, security, remote access, or cloud transformation programmes. Strong understanding of Azure Virtual Desktop, user personas, application delivery, and remote access workflows. Experience working with Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) or similar secure remote access technologies. Exposure to Operational Technology (OT) and IoT environments, including device connectivity and security considerations. Experience working in FMCG or retail environments, ideally with store based technology and operational processes. Strong capability in requirements elicitation, process mapping, and documentation using industry standard techniques. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior leaders, technical SMEs, and operational teams. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to identify gaps, dependencies, and risks. Experience producing user stories, acceptance criteria, and process flows for engineering and delivery teams. Familiarity with identity, access, and security concepts relevant to remote access and cloud based solutions. Desirable Skills Experience working with multi domain Active Directory, Entra ID, or hybrid identity environments. Understanding of zero trust principles, network segmentation, and secure access architecture. Knowledge of store technology platforms, POS systems, handheld devices, or IoT sensors. Experience supporting UAT, test case development, and validation activities. Exposure to data governance, compliance, and audit requirements in regulated or retail environments. Experience working with third party vendors or managed service providers. Familiarity with Agile delivery, including backlog refinement and sprint planning. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Job title: Business Analyst - Strategic Remote Access Contract: 3 months (possibility of extension) Location: London (hybrid) Job description We are seeking a highly capable and detail driven Business Analyst to support a major remote access transformation programme spanning corporate, retail, and operational technology environments. The successful candidate will lead the requirements gathering, analysis, and documentation of all currently undocumented business requirements relating to Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Zscaler, Operational Technology (OT), IoT, and remote access capabilities across a large scale FMCG / supermarket organisation. This role will work closely with the Remote Access Project Manager, engineering teams, security, operations, and business stakeholders to ensure that all functional and non functional requirements are captured, validated, prioritised, and translated into actionable deliverables. The Business Analyst will play a critical role in shaping solution design, ensuring alignment with business needs, and supporting the delivery of secure, scalable, and user centric remote access services. Key Responsibilities Lead structured requirements gathering activities, including workshops, interviews, process reviews, and analysis of existing documentation across corporate, retail, and OT environments. Identify, document, and validate all business requirements related to remote access, including AVD usage patterns, Zscaler access flows, IoT/OT connectivity needs, and store based operational requirements. Map current state processes and user journeys, identifying gaps, pain points, and undocumented dependencies across remote access workflows. Define future state processes aligned to programme objectives, security standards, and operational constraints. Translate business needs into clear functional and non functional requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria, and process artefacts. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure requirements are feasible, aligned with architectural principles, and fully understood prior to design and build. Support the creation of solution options, ensuring business impacts, risks, and trade offs are clearly articulated. Work closely with retail and FMCG stakeholders, capturing store specific requirements such as device access, POS systems, handheld devices, IoT sensors, and operational workflows. Document remote access requirements for OT environments, including secure connectivity, segmentation, and device level constraints. Ensure requirements traceability from discovery through to delivery, testing, and operational handover. Support test planning and UAT, ensuring test cases align to documented requirements and business expectations. Maintain high quality documentation, including BRDs, process maps, user stories, data flows, and decision logs. Act as a bridge between business and technical teams, ensuring clarity, alignment, and timely decision making. Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience as a Business Analyst within infrastructure, security, remote access, or cloud transformation programmes. Strong understanding of Azure Virtual Desktop, user personas, application delivery, and remote access workflows. Experience working with Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) or similar secure remote access technologies. Exposure to Operational Technology (OT) and IoT environments, including device connectivity and security considerations. Experience working in FMCG or retail environments, ideally with store based technology and operational processes. Strong capability in requirements elicitation, process mapping, and documentation using industry standard techniques. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior leaders, technical SMEs, and operational teams. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to identify gaps, dependencies, and risks. Experience producing user stories, acceptance criteria, and process flows for engineering and delivery teams. Familiarity with identity, access, and security concepts relevant to remote access and cloud based solutions. Desirable Skills Experience working with multi domain Active Directory, Entra ID, or hybrid identity environments. Understanding of zero trust principles, network segmentation, and secure access architecture. Knowledge of store technology platforms, POS systems, handheld devices, or IoT sensors. Experience supporting UAT, test case development, and validation activities. Exposure to data governance, compliance, and audit requirements in regulated or retail environments. Experience working with third party vendors or managed service providers. Familiarity with Agile delivery, including backlog refinement and sprint planning. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Financial Systems Project Manager Location: Gloucestershire (Hybrid Working) Contract: Fixed-Term Contract - 6 Months Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm The Role We are seeking an experienced Financial Systems Project Manager to lead the implementation and upgrade of our finance systems. This is a key project role responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of a suite of financial systems that meet the needs of the organisation, are implemented effectively, and are delivered on time. Working closely with Finance, wider business teams, and external software suppliers, you will manage all stages of the project lifecycle, including planning, data migration, user acceptance testing (UAT), training, go-live, and post-implementation support. Key Responsibilities Lead the finance systems implementation project from planning through to successful completion. Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. Coordinate and oversee data migration, user acceptance testing (UAT), training programmes, issue resolution, and go-live activities. Track, manage, and escalate project risks, issues, and actions to ensure timely resolution. Facilitate regular project meetings, documenting outcomes, actions, and decisions. Manage project communications across the organisation, ensuring stakeholders remain informed of progress and key milestones. Support colleagues across the business with UAT activities and user training. Ensure all project documentation is maintained accurately and provides a clear audit trail. Manage post-implementation support and project closure activities. Promote best practice in health and safety and sustainable ways of working. About You Essential Skills & Experience Project Management qualification or equivalent experience. Significant experience managing projects, ideally involving finance system implementations. Strong analytical and reconciliation skills. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience working with finance software and ERP systems. Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work collaboratively across departments. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve complex system issues. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Desirable Skills & Experience Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or qualified by experience. Experience working within a medium-sized organisation. Understanding of financial processing, accounting, and reporting. Experience delivering training sessions and workshops to non-finance users. What's Required A proactive and hands-on approach to project delivery. Confidence working with colleagues at all levels and external suppliers. Ability to work to deadlines and manage competing priorities. Willingness to travel occasionally to other UK sites when required.
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Financial Systems Project Manager Location: Gloucestershire (Hybrid Working) Contract: Fixed-Term Contract - 6 Months Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm The Role We are seeking an experienced Financial Systems Project Manager to lead the implementation and upgrade of our finance systems. This is a key project role responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of a suite of financial systems that meet the needs of the organisation, are implemented effectively, and are delivered on time. Working closely with Finance, wider business teams, and external software suppliers, you will manage all stages of the project lifecycle, including planning, data migration, user acceptance testing (UAT), training, go-live, and post-implementation support. Key Responsibilities Lead the finance systems implementation project from planning through to successful completion. Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. Coordinate and oversee data migration, user acceptance testing (UAT), training programmes, issue resolution, and go-live activities. Track, manage, and escalate project risks, issues, and actions to ensure timely resolution. Facilitate regular project meetings, documenting outcomes, actions, and decisions. Manage project communications across the organisation, ensuring stakeholders remain informed of progress and key milestones. Support colleagues across the business with UAT activities and user training. Ensure all project documentation is maintained accurately and provides a clear audit trail. Manage post-implementation support and project closure activities. Promote best practice in health and safety and sustainable ways of working. About You Essential Skills & Experience Project Management qualification or equivalent experience. Significant experience managing projects, ideally involving finance system implementations. Strong analytical and reconciliation skills. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience working with finance software and ERP systems. Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work collaboratively across departments. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve complex system issues. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Desirable Skills & Experience Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or qualified by experience. Experience working within a medium-sized organisation. Understanding of financial processing, accounting, and reporting. Experience delivering training sessions and workshops to non-finance users. What's Required A proactive and hands-on approach to project delivery. Confidence working with colleagues at all levels and external suppliers. Ability to work to deadlines and manage competing priorities. Willingness to travel occasionally to other UK sites when required.
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Learning and Development Trainer Leading Business Birmingham - mainly office based 37K to 46K Full Time, Permanent Strong Benefits Package Role Summary The Learning and Development Trainer plays a key role in supporting the businesses strategic objectives through the design, delivery and evaluation of high-quality learning and development interventions. Working as part of the Organisational Development Team, the postholder will contribute to building organisational capability, enhancing employee performance and supporting cultural and organisational change. The role combines expert facilitation with learning design, stakeholder engagement and consultancy. The postholder will work collaboratively with colleagues to identify development needs, design impactful learning solutions and deliver engaging programmes that support individual, team and organisational effectiveness. The postholder will be expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy, applying professional expertise to influence stakeholders, continuously improve learning provision and contribute to the development of a positive, inclusive and high-performing organisational culture. Main Duties and Responsibilities Learning Design and Delivery Design, develop and deliver a portfolio of learning and development programmes, workshops and interventions that support organisational priorities and workforce capability. Facilitate engaging face-to-face, virtual and blended learning experiences using a range of learning methodologies and technologies. Adapt learning content and delivery approaches to meet the needs of diverse audiences across academic and professional services communities. Ensure all learning interventions are accessible, inclusive and aligned with best practice in adult learning and organisational development. Develop learning resources, toolkits, guides and digital content to support continuous learning and performance improvement. Organisational Development Support Work with stakeholders to identify learning and development needs and recommend appropriate solutions aligned with organisational objectives. Contribute to organisational development initiatives that support leadership development, talent management, employee engagement, culture change and organisational effectiveness. Support the implementation of strategic people initiatives through effective learning and development interventions. Act as a trusted adviser to managers and leaders on learning and development approaches and opportunities. Stakeholder Engagement and Consultancy Build effective working relationships with colleagues to understand business needs and develop appropriate development solutions. Partner with departments to support workforce development priorities. Provide specialist advice and guidance on learning and development practices, approaches and resources. Influence and challenge constructively to ensure development interventions deliver measurable outcomes. Evaluation and Continuous Improvement Evaluate learning interventions using appropriate qualitative and quantitative measures. Analyse feedback, engagement data and performance indicators to assess impact and identify opportunities for improvement. Produce reports and insights to inform decision-making and demonstrate the value of learning and development activity. Maintain awareness of emerging trends, technologies and best practice in learning, organisational development and higher education. Project and Programme Support Lead or contribute to organisational development projects and initiatives as required. Manage multiple programmes and priorities simultaneously, ensuring delivery to agreed timescales and quality standards. Contribute to the development and implementation of annual learning and development plans. Support the effective use of learning technologies and systems. Person Specification Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience Qualifications Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience in L&D and or coaching Professional qualification in Learning and Development, Organisational Development, Human Resources or a related discipline, or significant relevant experience. Experience Significant experience of designing, developing and delivering learning and development programmes within a complex organisation. Experience of facilitating workshops, training programmes and group learning interventions for a range of audiences. Experience of conducting learning needs analysis and translating requirements into effective learning solutions. Experience of evaluating learning interventions and demonstrating impact. Experience of managing multiple priorities and delivering projects to deadlines. Skills Excellent facilitation and presentation skills. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build credibility at all levels. Ability to work consultatively and develop effective partnerships across a large and complex organisation. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organisational and project management skills. Ability to analyse information and use evidence to inform decision-making. Strong digital skills and experience of learning technologies and virtual delivery platforms. To apply for the position, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Learning and Development Trainer Leading Business Birmingham - mainly office based 37K to 46K Full Time, Permanent Strong Benefits Package Role Summary The Learning and Development Trainer plays a key role in supporting the businesses strategic objectives through the design, delivery and evaluation of high-quality learning and development interventions. Working as part of the Organisational Development Team, the postholder will contribute to building organisational capability, enhancing employee performance and supporting cultural and organisational change. The role combines expert facilitation with learning design, stakeholder engagement and consultancy. The postholder will work collaboratively with colleagues to identify development needs, design impactful learning solutions and deliver engaging programmes that support individual, team and organisational effectiveness. The postholder will be expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy, applying professional expertise to influence stakeholders, continuously improve learning provision and contribute to the development of a positive, inclusive and high-performing organisational culture. Main Duties and Responsibilities Learning Design and Delivery Design, develop and deliver a portfolio of learning and development programmes, workshops and interventions that support organisational priorities and workforce capability. Facilitate engaging face-to-face, virtual and blended learning experiences using a range of learning methodologies and technologies. Adapt learning content and delivery approaches to meet the needs of diverse audiences across academic and professional services communities. Ensure all learning interventions are accessible, inclusive and aligned with best practice in adult learning and organisational development. Develop learning resources, toolkits, guides and digital content to support continuous learning and performance improvement. Organisational Development Support Work with stakeholders to identify learning and development needs and recommend appropriate solutions aligned with organisational objectives. Contribute to organisational development initiatives that support leadership development, talent management, employee engagement, culture change and organisational effectiveness. Support the implementation of strategic people initiatives through effective learning and development interventions. Act as a trusted adviser to managers and leaders on learning and development approaches and opportunities. Stakeholder Engagement and Consultancy Build effective working relationships with colleagues to understand business needs and develop appropriate development solutions. Partner with departments to support workforce development priorities. Provide specialist advice and guidance on learning and development practices, approaches and resources. Influence and challenge constructively to ensure development interventions deliver measurable outcomes. Evaluation and Continuous Improvement Evaluate learning interventions using appropriate qualitative and quantitative measures. Analyse feedback, engagement data and performance indicators to assess impact and identify opportunities for improvement. Produce reports and insights to inform decision-making and demonstrate the value of learning and development activity. Maintain awareness of emerging trends, technologies and best practice in learning, organisational development and higher education. Project and Programme Support Lead or contribute to organisational development projects and initiatives as required. Manage multiple programmes and priorities simultaneously, ensuring delivery to agreed timescales and quality standards. Contribute to the development and implementation of annual learning and development plans. Support the effective use of learning technologies and systems. Person Specification Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience Qualifications Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience in L&D and or coaching Professional qualification in Learning and Development, Organisational Development, Human Resources or a related discipline, or significant relevant experience. Experience Significant experience of designing, developing and delivering learning and development programmes within a complex organisation. Experience of facilitating workshops, training programmes and group learning interventions for a range of audiences. Experience of conducting learning needs analysis and translating requirements into effective learning solutions. Experience of evaluating learning interventions and demonstrating impact. Experience of managing multiple priorities and delivering projects to deadlines. Skills Excellent facilitation and presentation skills. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build credibility at all levels. Ability to work consultatively and develop effective partnerships across a large and complex organisation. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organisational and project management skills. Ability to analyse information and use evidence to inform decision-making. Strong digital skills and experience of learning technologies and virtual delivery platforms. To apply for the position, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
HGV Workshop Manager Location: Hatfield Hours of work: Monday to Friday 07:00-16:00 Salary: £48,000-£60,000 depending on experience Interaction Recruitment are supporting our client with their hiring on a HGV Workshop Manager on a permanent basis. The successful applicant will oversee the day and night shift activiies, and will lead the team of technicians and support staff click apply for full job details
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
HGV Workshop Manager Location: Hatfield Hours of work: Monday to Friday 07:00-16:00 Salary: £48,000-£60,000 depending on experience Interaction Recruitment are supporting our client with their hiring on a HGV Workshop Manager on a permanent basis. The successful applicant will oversee the day and night shift activiies, and will lead the team of technicians and support staff click apply for full job details
About Property Entrepreneur Property Entrepreneur is the UKs leading property and business mentoring business. We have helped thousands of entrepreneurs build their own property businesses through high quality live events, expert mentoring, and an active members community. We run a packed calendar of flagship events and workshops every year, and were known for the quality of our content, our commun click apply for full job details
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
About Property Entrepreneur Property Entrepreneur is the UKs leading property and business mentoring business. We have helped thousands of entrepreneurs build their own property businesses through high quality live events, expert mentoring, and an active members community. We run a packed calendar of flagship events and workshops every year, and were known for the quality of our content, our commun click apply for full job details
Reports To: Service Centre manager The Technical and Production Supervisor oversees the day-to-day operations of our workshop, specialising in payment terminals, barcode scanners, mobile devices, communication devices, Pos and laptops and associated devices. This role combines strong technical knowledge with leadership, process management, data integrity, and customer liaison click apply for full job details
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Reports To: Service Centre manager The Technical and Production Supervisor oversees the day-to-day operations of our workshop, specialising in payment terminals, barcode scanners, mobile devices, communication devices, Pos and laptops and associated devices. This role combines strong technical knowledge with leadership, process management, data integrity, and customer liaison click apply for full job details
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Paisley, Renfrewshire
Location: Paisley, Scotland (On-site) Full-time Mon-Fri 08:00-17:00 + occasional Saturday mornings Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 DOE A commercial vehicle workshop in Paisley is seeking an experienced Parts Advisor / Lead to take ownership of its growing HGV and trailer parts operation. The role has been created to improve structure, processes, and overall efficiency within the department. This is a key position focused on driving performance, reducing downtime, and supporting workshop growth. Overview Lead the day-to-day running of the HGV and trailer parts function Improve ordering processes, stock control, and workshop efficiency Implement systems to reduce vehicle downtime and improve workflow Support fleet, retail, and rental vehicle operations Work closely with workshop and management teams Manage supplier relationships and procurement activity Drive improvements in revenue and parts department profitability Identify and implement process improvements Requirements Experience as a Parts Advisor or Senior/Lead Parts role Strong background in HGV, trailer, or commercial vehicle parts Knowledge of workshop operations and downtime impact Experience improving processes or systems within a parts environment Strong organisational and communication skills Ability to take ownership and work independently Commercial awareness and focus on efficiency and profit Full UK driving licence preferred Salary & Benefits Salary 40,000 - 45,000 DOE Full-time permanent role (Mon-Fri 08:00-17:00) Occasional Saturday morning support Opportunity to shape and improve a developing parts function Long-term progression potential Direct impact on workshop efficiency and performance Stable and busy commercial vehicle environment Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Location: Paisley, Scotland (On-site) Full-time Mon-Fri 08:00-17:00 + occasional Saturday mornings Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 DOE A commercial vehicle workshop in Paisley is seeking an experienced Parts Advisor / Lead to take ownership of its growing HGV and trailer parts operation. The role has been created to improve structure, processes, and overall efficiency within the department. This is a key position focused on driving performance, reducing downtime, and supporting workshop growth. Overview Lead the day-to-day running of the HGV and trailer parts function Improve ordering processes, stock control, and workshop efficiency Implement systems to reduce vehicle downtime and improve workflow Support fleet, retail, and rental vehicle operations Work closely with workshop and management teams Manage supplier relationships and procurement activity Drive improvements in revenue and parts department profitability Identify and implement process improvements Requirements Experience as a Parts Advisor or Senior/Lead Parts role Strong background in HGV, trailer, or commercial vehicle parts Knowledge of workshop operations and downtime impact Experience improving processes or systems within a parts environment Strong organisational and communication skills Ability to take ownership and work independently Commercial awareness and focus on efficiency and profit Full UK driving licence preferred Salary & Benefits Salary 40,000 - 45,000 DOE Full-time permanent role (Mon-Fri 08:00-17:00) Occasional Saturday morning support Opportunity to shape and improve a developing parts function Long-term progression potential Direct impact on workshop efficiency and performance Stable and busy commercial vehicle environment Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Hire Controller, Full time, Office based near Wimborne We are currently working with a well established family business looking to bring on board a organised, methodical and personable Hire Controller to act as the first point of contact for new plant hire requests as well as manage repeat business. The Hire Controller will be in a busy fast paced role involving:- Coordinate external plant & vehicle hire, negotiating with suppliers for best value & price, liaising with suppliers on availability & initiating purchase/hire orders. Coordinate cross hire process as required, issuing hired plant/vehicle numbers where appropriate. Maintain records of hires to external parties & liaise with accounts department for invoicing. Prepare hire contracts as required. Liaise with site teams regarding delivery dates, collection dates & on-site arrangements. Liaise with accounts team to resolve invoice queries and other issues. Provide cover for other department members when they are not available due to site visit, holiday or sickness. Check & adjust weekly hire reports & liaise with site teams & accounts team for weekly sign off. Ensure all non-essential plant & equipment is off hired as soon as possible when the requirement is over. Maintaining an accurate schedule of external suppliers, contacts and agreed rates. Plan hire s to ensure most cost effective logistics Update company systems and reports for workshop parts/stock purchases Assist the Hire Manager in: sourcing tender prices for estimating team, maintaining a log and reporting damage of hired equipment, preparing reports, completion of asset and stock count, equipment calibration and testing, and at times aiding in deliveries of small internal equipment as required. Background of Hire Controller: Ideally Plant hire experience or Transport coordinator A strong customer service ethic Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise Excellent written and verbal skills Computer literate with strong administrative skills Highly driven with the ability to use own initiative and to react quickly to an evolving environment Hours:- Monday - Friday 08.00 - 17.00 1hr lunch Free Parking
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Hire Controller, Full time, Office based near Wimborne We are currently working with a well established family business looking to bring on board a organised, methodical and personable Hire Controller to act as the first point of contact for new plant hire requests as well as manage repeat business. The Hire Controller will be in a busy fast paced role involving:- Coordinate external plant & vehicle hire, negotiating with suppliers for best value & price, liaising with suppliers on availability & initiating purchase/hire orders. Coordinate cross hire process as required, issuing hired plant/vehicle numbers where appropriate. Maintain records of hires to external parties & liaise with accounts department for invoicing. Prepare hire contracts as required. Liaise with site teams regarding delivery dates, collection dates & on-site arrangements. Liaise with accounts team to resolve invoice queries and other issues. Provide cover for other department members when they are not available due to site visit, holiday or sickness. Check & adjust weekly hire reports & liaise with site teams & accounts team for weekly sign off. Ensure all non-essential plant & equipment is off hired as soon as possible when the requirement is over. Maintaining an accurate schedule of external suppliers, contacts and agreed rates. Plan hire s to ensure most cost effective logistics Update company systems and reports for workshop parts/stock purchases Assist the Hire Manager in: sourcing tender prices for estimating team, maintaining a log and reporting damage of hired equipment, preparing reports, completion of asset and stock count, equipment calibration and testing, and at times aiding in deliveries of small internal equipment as required. Background of Hire Controller: Ideally Plant hire experience or Transport coordinator A strong customer service ethic Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise Excellent written and verbal skills Computer literate with strong administrative skills Highly driven with the ability to use own initiative and to react quickly to an evolving environment Hours:- Monday - Friday 08.00 - 17.00 1hr lunch Free Parking
Technical Production Design Manager- Competitive Salary + Benefits- Bristol The Role Are you experienced in turning creative concepts into practical, buildable solutions? Do you enjoy solving technical challenges while working on exciting live events, festivals, retail activations and brand experiences? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Magic Number is looking for a talented Technical Production Design Manager to join our growing team at The Hub, our 32,000 sq ft production facility in Bristol. As a Technical Production Design Manager, you'll play a key role in transforming creative ideas into detailed technical drawings and production-ready build plans. Working closely with our Creative, Production, Workshop and Campaign Management teams, you'll ensure every project is technically sound, efficient to manufacture and ready for successful delivery. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on large-scale experiential activations, festivals, pop-ups and retail projects while helping shape the future of our in-house production capability. Key Responsibilities: Convert creative concepts, renders and 3D visuals into production-ready technical solutions Produce detailed technical drawing packs, assembly guides and fabrication information Create material schedules, cutting outputs, build sequences and installation plans Generate accurate material take-offs and build requirements Identify the most effective manufacturing methods for each project Support CNC operations and digital manufacturing workflows Work closely with internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget Attend project meetings and provide practical technical guidance Support workshop planning, logistics and installation preparation Research new materials and fabrication techniques Help improve production processes, efficiency and asset longevity Ensure all technical outputs meet health and safety requirements The Company Magic Number is an award-winning brand activation and event production agency. We create large-scale, memorable experiences for some of the world s biggest brands. From festival activations to immersive pop-ups, everything is designed and built in our 32,000 sq ft Bristol space. It s a creative, hands-on environment where no two days are the same. The Benefits 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays Additional annual leave based on length of service Paid Christmas shutdown NEST pension scheme Gym membership contribution of up to £15 per month Private medical insurance following probation Team socials, away days and seasonal events Festival tickets where applicable Opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects Modern production facility with a collaborative team environment The Person 3-5 years' experience in a similar technical production, fabrication or set-build role Strong SketchUp and CAD skills Good knowledge of CNC machinery and Vectric/VCarve software Excellent understanding of fabrication methods, materials and construction techniques The ability to select suitable build methods based on design, budget and timescales Strong organisational skills and attention to detail The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Excellent communication and problem-solving skills It would be advantageous if you also have: Knowledge of laser cutting and 3D printing Experience within events, experiential marketing or creative production environments The Technical Production Design Manager will be based at The Hub in Bristol and will report directly to the Production Director. A six-month probation period applies. Occasional weekend work may be required during particularly busy periods.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Technical Production Design Manager- Competitive Salary + Benefits- Bristol The Role Are you experienced in turning creative concepts into practical, buildable solutions? Do you enjoy solving technical challenges while working on exciting live events, festivals, retail activations and brand experiences? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Magic Number is looking for a talented Technical Production Design Manager to join our growing team at The Hub, our 32,000 sq ft production facility in Bristol. As a Technical Production Design Manager, you'll play a key role in transforming creative ideas into detailed technical drawings and production-ready build plans. Working closely with our Creative, Production, Workshop and Campaign Management teams, you'll ensure every project is technically sound, efficient to manufacture and ready for successful delivery. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on large-scale experiential activations, festivals, pop-ups and retail projects while helping shape the future of our in-house production capability. Key Responsibilities: Convert creative concepts, renders and 3D visuals into production-ready technical solutions Produce detailed technical drawing packs, assembly guides and fabrication information Create material schedules, cutting outputs, build sequences and installation plans Generate accurate material take-offs and build requirements Identify the most effective manufacturing methods for each project Support CNC operations and digital manufacturing workflows Work closely with internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget Attend project meetings and provide practical technical guidance Support workshop planning, logistics and installation preparation Research new materials and fabrication techniques Help improve production processes, efficiency and asset longevity Ensure all technical outputs meet health and safety requirements The Company Magic Number is an award-winning brand activation and event production agency. We create large-scale, memorable experiences for some of the world s biggest brands. From festival activations to immersive pop-ups, everything is designed and built in our 32,000 sq ft Bristol space. It s a creative, hands-on environment where no two days are the same. The Benefits 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays Additional annual leave based on length of service Paid Christmas shutdown NEST pension scheme Gym membership contribution of up to £15 per month Private medical insurance following probation Team socials, away days and seasonal events Festival tickets where applicable Opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects Modern production facility with a collaborative team environment The Person 3-5 years' experience in a similar technical production, fabrication or set-build role Strong SketchUp and CAD skills Good knowledge of CNC machinery and Vectric/VCarve software Excellent understanding of fabrication methods, materials and construction techniques The ability to select suitable build methods based on design, budget and timescales Strong organisational skills and attention to detail The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Excellent communication and problem-solving skills It would be advantageous if you also have: Knowledge of laser cutting and 3D printing Experience within events, experiential marketing or creative production environments The Technical Production Design Manager will be based at The Hub in Bristol and will report directly to the Production Director. A six-month probation period applies. Occasional weekend work may be required during particularly busy periods.
Location: Bicester Job Title : Engineering Manager Salary: 65,000 to 75,000 + 500 per month car allowance, DOE Hours: Monday to Friday, days, 8:00am to 5:00pm core hours My client is looking to appoint an experienced Engineering Workshop & Site Services Manager to lead a busy practical engineering operation covering fabrication, welding, machining, repair, refurbishment, installation and customer site work. This is a senior hands-on leadership role suited to someone who has already managed a mixed engineering workshop, engineering services business or similar practical environment. The successful candidate will need strong fabrication and welding understanding, supported by enough machining knowledge to plan varied workshop activity including one-off jobs, batch work, repairs, refurbishment and urgent customer requirements. This is not an automotive production, assembly or high-volume manufacturing management role. The environment is varied, practical and service-led, with responsibility for both in-house workshop priorities and the planning of customer site activity. The Engineering Manager role: As Engineering Workshop & Site Services Manager, you will lead a skilled team of approximately 10 tradespeople, including fabricators, welders, machinists, fitters and installers. You will plan and prioritise workshop workload, allocate labour, coordinate fitters and welders for customer site work, manage urgent requirements and make sure standards are maintained across quality, delivery, health and safety, and team performance. The role would suit someone from a fabrication, welding, machining, mechanical engineering services, industrial maintenance, pump/gearbox refurbishment, repair or site installation background. Key Engineering Services Manager responsibilities Lead the day-to-day activity of a busy engineering workshop. Manage a team of approximately 10 skilled tradespeople. Plan workshop workload and allocate labour effectively. Coordinate fitters, welders and installers for customer site work. Balance planned workshop jobs with urgent repairs, breakdowns and site requirements. Monitor job progress, priorities, quality and delivery expectations. Maintain strong health and safety standards across workshop and site activity. Manage team standards, performance and behaviour. Communicate clearly with the Managing Director, internal teams and customers where required. Keep the workshop organised, productive and commercially focused. Experience required Applicants must have experience managing a relevant engineering workshop, engineering services or site-support environment. Relevant backgrounds may include: Fabrication and welding businesses Engineering services companies Machine shops carrying out varied one-off, repair or batch work Industrial maintenance and mechanical service providers Pump, gearbox or mechanical refurbishment businesses Food, FMCG, utilities or process engineering contractors Businesses carrying out both workshop and customer site engineering work A strong fabrication and welding background would be particularly useful, as much of the customer site work is fabrication-led. Machining knowledge is also important, but this is more about understanding varied practical engineering jobs than managing a high-volume CNC production environment. Candidates from automotive will only be suitable if their background is genuinely relevant to fabrication, welding, machining, repair, refurbishment, site installation or practical engineering services. The person My client is looking for someone organised, practical and commercially aware, with the confidence to lead experienced tradespeople and make sensible decisions when priorities change. You will need to be comfortable balancing workshop jobs, customer site work, urgent repairs and breakdown requirements. This role will suit someone who can keep standards high, communicate clearly and bring structure to a busy engineering workshop and site services operation. Package 60,000 to 65,000 basic salary 500 per month car allowance Monday to Friday, days Core hours 8:00am to 5:00pm Flexibility required around customer work, urgent jobs and operational priorities If this Engineering Manager role is of interest to you, please click apply now below.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Location: Bicester Job Title : Engineering Manager Salary: 65,000 to 75,000 + 500 per month car allowance, DOE Hours: Monday to Friday, days, 8:00am to 5:00pm core hours My client is looking to appoint an experienced Engineering Workshop & Site Services Manager to lead a busy practical engineering operation covering fabrication, welding, machining, repair, refurbishment, installation and customer site work. This is a senior hands-on leadership role suited to someone who has already managed a mixed engineering workshop, engineering services business or similar practical environment. The successful candidate will need strong fabrication and welding understanding, supported by enough machining knowledge to plan varied workshop activity including one-off jobs, batch work, repairs, refurbishment and urgent customer requirements. This is not an automotive production, assembly or high-volume manufacturing management role. The environment is varied, practical and service-led, with responsibility for both in-house workshop priorities and the planning of customer site activity. The Engineering Manager role: As Engineering Workshop & Site Services Manager, you will lead a skilled team of approximately 10 tradespeople, including fabricators, welders, machinists, fitters and installers. You will plan and prioritise workshop workload, allocate labour, coordinate fitters and welders for customer site work, manage urgent requirements and make sure standards are maintained across quality, delivery, health and safety, and team performance. The role would suit someone from a fabrication, welding, machining, mechanical engineering services, industrial maintenance, pump/gearbox refurbishment, repair or site installation background. Key Engineering Services Manager responsibilities Lead the day-to-day activity of a busy engineering workshop. Manage a team of approximately 10 skilled tradespeople. Plan workshop workload and allocate labour effectively. Coordinate fitters, welders and installers for customer site work. Balance planned workshop jobs with urgent repairs, breakdowns and site requirements. Monitor job progress, priorities, quality and delivery expectations. Maintain strong health and safety standards across workshop and site activity. Manage team standards, performance and behaviour. Communicate clearly with the Managing Director, internal teams and customers where required. Keep the workshop organised, productive and commercially focused. Experience required Applicants must have experience managing a relevant engineering workshop, engineering services or site-support environment. Relevant backgrounds may include: Fabrication and welding businesses Engineering services companies Machine shops carrying out varied one-off, repair or batch work Industrial maintenance and mechanical service providers Pump, gearbox or mechanical refurbishment businesses Food, FMCG, utilities or process engineering contractors Businesses carrying out both workshop and customer site engineering work A strong fabrication and welding background would be particularly useful, as much of the customer site work is fabrication-led. Machining knowledge is also important, but this is more about understanding varied practical engineering jobs than managing a high-volume CNC production environment. Candidates from automotive will only be suitable if their background is genuinely relevant to fabrication, welding, machining, repair, refurbishment, site installation or practical engineering services. The person My client is looking for someone organised, practical and commercially aware, with the confidence to lead experienced tradespeople and make sensible decisions when priorities change. You will need to be comfortable balancing workshop jobs, customer site work, urgent repairs and breakdown requirements. This role will suit someone who can keep standards high, communicate clearly and bring structure to a busy engineering workshop and site services operation. Package 60,000 to 65,000 basic salary 500 per month car allowance Monday to Friday, days Core hours 8:00am to 5:00pm Flexibility required around customer work, urgent jobs and operational priorities If this Engineering Manager role is of interest to you, please click apply now below.
Technical Manager £50,000 + Bonus Opportunity 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Office-Based Leadership Role Are you a hands-on technical professional with a passion for engineering, product development and leading teams? We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly respected supplier of industrial and workshop equipment, seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead a growing technical function and play a key role in shaping the future of its product portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong mechanical mindset who enjoys solving problems, developing products, working with suppliers, and leading people. Whether your background is in machinery, automotive, agricultural equipment, compressed air systems, welding equipment, manufacturing or a similar engineering environment, this role offers the chance to make a genuine impact. Why This Opportunity? The business has a long-standing reputation within its sector and supplies products to major customers across the UK and Ireland. Following the departure of the current Technical Manager, who is moving into a specialist laboratory leadership role, the company is looking for an individual who can build upon the strong foundations already in place and continue driving technical excellence across the business. You'll be joining a collaborative and experienced team, working alongside a highly knowledgeable senior technical leader who remains within the business and will provide support during the transition period. The Role Reporting to the Head of Commercial, you'll lead a Technical Team of four, including dedicated Quality Assurance and Product Development specialists. This is a varied role combining technical leadership, new product development, compliance management, supplier engagement, quality improvement and customer support. The business sources products globally and works closely with manufacturing partners to develop, test and launch products for the UK and Irish markets. You'll take ownership of ensuring products are fit for purpose, compliant with relevant legislation and continuously improved through data-driven quality initiatives. Key Responsibilities - Lead, mentor, and develop the Technical Team. - Manage all technical activities associated with New Product Development (NPD) and Existing Product Development (EPD). - Oversee product testing, validation and technical approval processes. - Drive continuous quality improvement through analysis of product performance, warranty claims and customer feedback. - Investigate technical and quality issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions. - Work closely with international suppliers and manufacturing partners to improve product quality and performance. - Attend and contribute to regular NPD project meetings. - Review and maintain product compliance documentation, ensuring conformity with relevant standards and legislation. - Monitor changes to industry regulations and standards, ensuring products remain fully compliant. - Support service engineers, customer service teams and technical support functions with complex technical enquiries. - Manage technical documentation, instruction manuals, technical specifications and product literature. - Lead Health & Safety activities, including risk assessments and Safe Systems of Work. - Ensure ongoing compliance with ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems. - Visit suppliers, customers and industry exhibitions within the UK and overseas when required. About You We're looking for a technically capable leader who enjoys being involved in the detail and isn't afraid to get hands-on when needed. You may currently be working as a: - Technical Manager - Engineering Manager - Product Development Manager - Senior Product Development Engineer - Quality & Technical Manager - Senior Technical Engineer ready to step into leadership You'll ideally bring: - A strong mechanical or electro-mechanical background. - Experience within sectors such as machinery, automotive, agricultural equipment, workshop equipment, welding, compressed air systems, manufacturing or similar. - Proven experience managing or mentoring technical teams. - Knowledge of product development and product lifecycle management. - Experience working with suppliers and manufacturers. - Understanding of quality assurance and continuous improvement processes. - Familiarity with CE marking, product compliance, certification or related standards (training can be provided for the right candidate). - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - A practical, hands-on approach and genuine interest in engineering products. We're particularly interested in speaking with candidates who have a natural curiosity for how products work. Previous successful Technical Managers have shared a genuine enthusiasm for engineering, whether through their professional background, automotive interests, restoration projects, machinery, fabrication, or practical DIY pursuits. Working Hours Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. Flexible start times available between 8:00am and 9:00am, with some early-morning supplier communication required due to international manufacturing partnerships. If you're an experienced technical professional looking for a leadership role where you can combine engineering expertise, product development, compliance and team management, we'd love to hear from you.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Technical Manager £50,000 + Bonus Opportunity 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Office-Based Leadership Role Are you a hands-on technical professional with a passion for engineering, product development and leading teams? We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly respected supplier of industrial and workshop equipment, seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead a growing technical function and play a key role in shaping the future of its product portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong mechanical mindset who enjoys solving problems, developing products, working with suppliers, and leading people. Whether your background is in machinery, automotive, agricultural equipment, compressed air systems, welding equipment, manufacturing or a similar engineering environment, this role offers the chance to make a genuine impact. Why This Opportunity? The business has a long-standing reputation within its sector and supplies products to major customers across the UK and Ireland. Following the departure of the current Technical Manager, who is moving into a specialist laboratory leadership role, the company is looking for an individual who can build upon the strong foundations already in place and continue driving technical excellence across the business. You'll be joining a collaborative and experienced team, working alongside a highly knowledgeable senior technical leader who remains within the business and will provide support during the transition period. The Role Reporting to the Head of Commercial, you'll lead a Technical Team of four, including dedicated Quality Assurance and Product Development specialists. This is a varied role combining technical leadership, new product development, compliance management, supplier engagement, quality improvement and customer support. The business sources products globally and works closely with manufacturing partners to develop, test and launch products for the UK and Irish markets. You'll take ownership of ensuring products are fit for purpose, compliant with relevant legislation and continuously improved through data-driven quality initiatives. Key Responsibilities - Lead, mentor, and develop the Technical Team. - Manage all technical activities associated with New Product Development (NPD) and Existing Product Development (EPD). - Oversee product testing, validation and technical approval processes. - Drive continuous quality improvement through analysis of product performance, warranty claims and customer feedback. - Investigate technical and quality issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions. - Work closely with international suppliers and manufacturing partners to improve product quality and performance. - Attend and contribute to regular NPD project meetings. - Review and maintain product compliance documentation, ensuring conformity with relevant standards and legislation. - Monitor changes to industry regulations and standards, ensuring products remain fully compliant. - Support service engineers, customer service teams and technical support functions with complex technical enquiries. - Manage technical documentation, instruction manuals, technical specifications and product literature. - Lead Health & Safety activities, including risk assessments and Safe Systems of Work. - Ensure ongoing compliance with ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems. - Visit suppliers, customers and industry exhibitions within the UK and overseas when required. About You We're looking for a technically capable leader who enjoys being involved in the detail and isn't afraid to get hands-on when needed. You may currently be working as a: - Technical Manager - Engineering Manager - Product Development Manager - Senior Product Development Engineer - Quality & Technical Manager - Senior Technical Engineer ready to step into leadership You'll ideally bring: - A strong mechanical or electro-mechanical background. - Experience within sectors such as machinery, automotive, agricultural equipment, workshop equipment, welding, compressed air systems, manufacturing or similar. - Proven experience managing or mentoring technical teams. - Knowledge of product development and product lifecycle management. - Experience working with suppliers and manufacturers. - Understanding of quality assurance and continuous improvement processes. - Familiarity with CE marking, product compliance, certification or related standards (training can be provided for the right candidate). - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - A practical, hands-on approach and genuine interest in engineering products. We're particularly interested in speaking with candidates who have a natural curiosity for how products work. Previous successful Technical Managers have shared a genuine enthusiasm for engineering, whether through their professional background, automotive interests, restoration projects, machinery, fabrication, or practical DIY pursuits. Working Hours Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. Flexible start times available between 8:00am and 9:00am, with some early-morning supplier communication required due to international manufacturing partnerships. If you're an experienced technical professional looking for a leadership role where you can combine engineering expertise, product development, compliance and team management, we'd love to hear from you.
Role: Engineering Manager Shifts: Monday to Friday Days Salary: £62,173, Plus Benefits and bonuses Location: Glasgow The Company: We are super excited to be providing an opportunity for a new Engineering Manager on behalf of one of our global clients based in Glasgow. My client specialise in designing, manufacturing and installing automation for product retrieval and storage systems across the world. This site in Glasgow is a brand new facility with highly automated state of the art equipment that will be forever improving as my client go from strength to strength nationally and globally. They have been established in the UK for over 20 years and their demand has increased massively and will continue to grow with technology and machinery. When the site is running at optimal efficiency it can process upto 110 million units a year using all of their state-of-the-art machines and technology At this site in Glasgow they are looking for a Engineering Manager, to come to site and grab the bull by the horns and add value to the site for the long term. Being responsible for 6 engineers on shift. With my client being established and having a global presence there will be opportunity to grow on this site or even higher into more senior account management role. With the site being brand new and looking to go live over the next few weeks, responsibilities will include Implementation of the sites stores, engineering workshop and also supporting the site go live, So if you are looking for a project to make your own then this role would be a great fit for yourself! The Role As an Engineering Manager your day to day responsibilities will include: - Managing a team of shift engineers, overseeing 121 s, absences and disciplinary needs - Managing and coordinating the daily activities of all personnel - Managing site Budgets - Managing development and improvement of employees - Providing reports covering all activities inc commercial and technical activities - Manage quality support and maintenance services of all live info systems - Being responsible for all Health and Safety considerations and carrying out risk assessments - Managing the key relationship between our client and their customer working closely with the Key Account Manager - Be able to hit KPIs set by the customer but also report back and communicate strongly The Candidate We are looking for a Engineering Manager who - Has a recognised engineering qualification and has proven experience leading a team and having a positive impact - Has proven experience working on the tools to be able to help with the team when needed - Has had experience and competence in budget control and Health and safety Salary and Bonuses As a Engineering Manager you will be - Receiving an annual salary of £62,173 - Receiving private healthcare (Dental, Optical and Audiometry all included) to cover for yourself and family (at a small cost) - A healthy pension contribution - An annual bonus depending on site performance through the last 12 months - Potential opportunity to grow with site expansion or company wide when opportunities arise - Training provided internally and externally from head office in Europe ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Role: Engineering Manager Shifts: Monday to Friday Days Salary: £62,173, Plus Benefits and bonuses Location: Glasgow The Company: We are super excited to be providing an opportunity for a new Engineering Manager on behalf of one of our global clients based in Glasgow. My client specialise in designing, manufacturing and installing automation for product retrieval and storage systems across the world. This site in Glasgow is a brand new facility with highly automated state of the art equipment that will be forever improving as my client go from strength to strength nationally and globally. They have been established in the UK for over 20 years and their demand has increased massively and will continue to grow with technology and machinery. When the site is running at optimal efficiency it can process upto 110 million units a year using all of their state-of-the-art machines and technology At this site in Glasgow they are looking for a Engineering Manager, to come to site and grab the bull by the horns and add value to the site for the long term. Being responsible for 6 engineers on shift. With my client being established and having a global presence there will be opportunity to grow on this site or even higher into more senior account management role. With the site being brand new and looking to go live over the next few weeks, responsibilities will include Implementation of the sites stores, engineering workshop and also supporting the site go live, So if you are looking for a project to make your own then this role would be a great fit for yourself! The Role As an Engineering Manager your day to day responsibilities will include: - Managing a team of shift engineers, overseeing 121 s, absences and disciplinary needs - Managing and coordinating the daily activities of all personnel - Managing site Budgets - Managing development and improvement of employees - Providing reports covering all activities inc commercial and technical activities - Manage quality support and maintenance services of all live info systems - Being responsible for all Health and Safety considerations and carrying out risk assessments - Managing the key relationship between our client and their customer working closely with the Key Account Manager - Be able to hit KPIs set by the customer but also report back and communicate strongly The Candidate We are looking for a Engineering Manager who - Has a recognised engineering qualification and has proven experience leading a team and having a positive impact - Has proven experience working on the tools to be able to help with the team when needed - Has had experience and competence in budget control and Health and safety Salary and Bonuses As a Engineering Manager you will be - Receiving an annual salary of £62,173 - Receiving private healthcare (Dental, Optical and Audiometry all included) to cover for yourself and family (at a small cost) - A healthy pension contribution - An annual bonus depending on site performance through the last 12 months - Potential opportunity to grow with site expansion or company wide when opportunities arise - Training provided internally and externally from head office in Europe ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
Solus Accident Repair Centres
Birchanger, Hertfordshire
Overview Hybrid with 2 days in our Stansted office. We are looking for an expert to lead the way in the innovation of the data analysis tools, automation and infrastructure within our Microsoft technology stack for our Award-Winning Accident Repair Network. Our mission is to develop the tools and technology that enable our teams to get our customers back to normal and we are often looking to cutting edge solutions to achieve this. The candidate will be reporting into our Platform Manager and working with our Systems Architect and Product Team to not only lead in the development of automation and Power Platform solutions for our business but also to support our bespoke award-winning IT system; as such this role is fundamental to our growth and success. Responsibilities As a Senior Azure Cloud Engineer, you will support and enable the Microsoft Technology Stack through IT Change, troubleshoot IT Problems, following ITIL v4 guidelines in this cutting edge and highly secure environment. You will support our technical environment, which includes Microsoft technologies, Meraki networking, SaaS solutions (including our own bespoke workshop management system) with much of the access managed by Single Sign-on (SSO). You will be passionate about technology and understand business systems and solutions. Work with the Systems Architect to design, implement, and maintain solutions within our Microsoft Technical Stack. Work with stakeholders to devise improvements to their teams' processes with Power Platforms and automation. Assist with IT Change and Problem Management following ITIL v4 guidelines, using advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills and working closely with internal colleagues and external suppliers in resolving issues promptly. Support IT governance, ensuring security best practises and disaster recovery plans are followed and raise concerns, risks and cyber incidents to the IT leadership team. Maintain detailed documentation for system configuration, procedures and troubleshooting and work with the Helpdesk team to remove blockers to resolve incidents and process service requests. Provide guidance and support to the wider IT team on infrastructure design and build and provide information regarding system/device performance and error logs. Must be able to commute to the Stansted office as this role is hybrid 2 days a week in the office. Be innovative in exploring new technologies that can help develop skills and competencies in the business and for individuals. What do I need to know? Cloud Platform Engineering Be able to design, implement and maintain Azure infrastructure across compute, storage, networking, and identity services. Be able to manage and maintain secure, scalable, and highly available cloud platforms aligned to the Azure Well-Architected Framework. Know how to implement and maintain Azure landing zones, subscriptions, and management groups. Security, Governance & Resilience Ensure platforms comply with security, compliance, and governance standards (e.g. RBAC, Key Vault, network security, logging). Apply best practices for cost control, monitoring, and operational resilience. Be able to support DR, backup, and business continuity designs across Azure workloads. Collaboration & Architecture Work closely with solution architect, product team, and security teams to align cloud solutions with business needs. Provide input into Technical Design Authority, Change Steering Groups, architecture reviews, and project delivery. Produce and maintain clear technical documentation. Qualifications Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including: Azure Virtual Networks, VMs, Storage, Azure AD. PaaS services (App Services, Functions, Logic Apps, SQL, etc.). Monitoring and logging (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics). Scripting skills using PowerShell, Azure CLI, Bash, or Python. Good understanding of networking, security, and identity in cloud environments. Minimum three years' experience in a similar role. Experience of working within the ITIL v4 or 5 frameworks. Relevant Apprenticeship or higher education. Any of the following qualifications would be advantageous: Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate AZ-104 Microsoft Azure Developer Associate AZ-204 Microsoft Azure Network Engineer Associate AZ-700 Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert AZ-305 Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair. Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague: Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications. Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus. Company pension scheme with employer contributions. 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts. Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme. Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave. Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access. At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know. Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Overview Hybrid with 2 days in our Stansted office. We are looking for an expert to lead the way in the innovation of the data analysis tools, automation and infrastructure within our Microsoft technology stack for our Award-Winning Accident Repair Network. Our mission is to develop the tools and technology that enable our teams to get our customers back to normal and we are often looking to cutting edge solutions to achieve this. The candidate will be reporting into our Platform Manager and working with our Systems Architect and Product Team to not only lead in the development of automation and Power Platform solutions for our business but also to support our bespoke award-winning IT system; as such this role is fundamental to our growth and success. Responsibilities As a Senior Azure Cloud Engineer, you will support and enable the Microsoft Technology Stack through IT Change, troubleshoot IT Problems, following ITIL v4 guidelines in this cutting edge and highly secure environment. You will support our technical environment, which includes Microsoft technologies, Meraki networking, SaaS solutions (including our own bespoke workshop management system) with much of the access managed by Single Sign-on (SSO). You will be passionate about technology and understand business systems and solutions. Work with the Systems Architect to design, implement, and maintain solutions within our Microsoft Technical Stack. Work with stakeholders to devise improvements to their teams' processes with Power Platforms and automation. Assist with IT Change and Problem Management following ITIL v4 guidelines, using advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills and working closely with internal colleagues and external suppliers in resolving issues promptly. Support IT governance, ensuring security best practises and disaster recovery plans are followed and raise concerns, risks and cyber incidents to the IT leadership team. Maintain detailed documentation for system configuration, procedures and troubleshooting and work with the Helpdesk team to remove blockers to resolve incidents and process service requests. Provide guidance and support to the wider IT team on infrastructure design and build and provide information regarding system/device performance and error logs. Must be able to commute to the Stansted office as this role is hybrid 2 days a week in the office. Be innovative in exploring new technologies that can help develop skills and competencies in the business and for individuals. What do I need to know? Cloud Platform Engineering Be able to design, implement and maintain Azure infrastructure across compute, storage, networking, and identity services. Be able to manage and maintain secure, scalable, and highly available cloud platforms aligned to the Azure Well-Architected Framework. Know how to implement and maintain Azure landing zones, subscriptions, and management groups. Security, Governance & Resilience Ensure platforms comply with security, compliance, and governance standards (e.g. RBAC, Key Vault, network security, logging). Apply best practices for cost control, monitoring, and operational resilience. Be able to support DR, backup, and business continuity designs across Azure workloads. Collaboration & Architecture Work closely with solution architect, product team, and security teams to align cloud solutions with business needs. Provide input into Technical Design Authority, Change Steering Groups, architecture reviews, and project delivery. Produce and maintain clear technical documentation. Qualifications Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including: Azure Virtual Networks, VMs, Storage, Azure AD. PaaS services (App Services, Functions, Logic Apps, SQL, etc.). Monitoring and logging (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics). Scripting skills using PowerShell, Azure CLI, Bash, or Python. Good understanding of networking, security, and identity in cloud environments. Minimum three years' experience in a similar role. Experience of working within the ITIL v4 or 5 frameworks. Relevant Apprenticeship or higher education. Any of the following qualifications would be advantageous: Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate AZ-104 Microsoft Azure Developer Associate AZ-204 Microsoft Azure Network Engineer Associate AZ-700 Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert AZ-305 Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair. Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague: Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications. Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus. Company pension scheme with employer contributions. 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts. Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme. Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave. Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access. At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know. Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days.
Transfer Agency Project Manager 12 Month Contract (Initial) Manchester Hybrid Working 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. We are happy to be recruiting for one of our high-profile Banking clients. They are currently looking for a Project Manager to support their Transfer Agency Onboarding team for an initial 12-month contract. However, there may be scope for extension. Role Overview: Support delivery of Project Frontier with focus on UK Transfer Agency onboarding and migration Combine strong PM capability with TA experience Operate as a client-facing onboarding PM, supporting regular engagement with stakeholders Key Responsibilities: Deliver and coordinate TA project activities from planning through implementation and stabilisation Develop and maintain integrated plans, milestones, and dependencies across workstreams Act as day-to-day interface with client and stakeholders, supporting calls, workshops, and governance forums Maintain and actively manage RAID logs (risks, issues, dependencies) and drive mitigation actions Track delivery progress and escalate risks, issues, or slippage as required Produce clear status reporting (RAG, milestones, key decisions) for governance and stakeholders Support preparation of governance packs, reporting decks, and decision papers Ensure audit-ready documentation and traceability across delivery artefacts Coordinate with TA operational teams (e.g. registration, AML/KYC, investor services) Support service definition (SLDs), onboarding readiness, and migration planning activities Skills & Experience: Project Management experience (financial services / transformation programmes) Transfer Agency experience (UK market exposure preferred) Strong experience in: Planning, milestone tracking, and dependency management Risk & issue management (RAID) Status reporting and governance Proven ability to face off to clients and senior stakeholders Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Able to operate effectively across multi-workstream programmes Location: This is a hybrid working role, with a requirement to work from the clients Manchester office 4 days a week. Working hours: Standard working hours with some flex where required. If you feel that this is a role that would suit you then please apply today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. 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. Pontoon Solutions is an equal opportunities company
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Transfer Agency Project Manager 12 Month Contract (Initial) Manchester Hybrid Working 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. We are happy to be recruiting for one of our high-profile Banking clients. They are currently looking for a Project Manager to support their Transfer Agency Onboarding team for an initial 12-month contract. However, there may be scope for extension. Role Overview: Support delivery of Project Frontier with focus on UK Transfer Agency onboarding and migration Combine strong PM capability with TA experience Operate as a client-facing onboarding PM, supporting regular engagement with stakeholders Key Responsibilities: Deliver and coordinate TA project activities from planning through implementation and stabilisation Develop and maintain integrated plans, milestones, and dependencies across workstreams Act as day-to-day interface with client and stakeholders, supporting calls, workshops, and governance forums Maintain and actively manage RAID logs (risks, issues, dependencies) and drive mitigation actions Track delivery progress and escalate risks, issues, or slippage as required Produce clear status reporting (RAG, milestones, key decisions) for governance and stakeholders Support preparation of governance packs, reporting decks, and decision papers Ensure audit-ready documentation and traceability across delivery artefacts Coordinate with TA operational teams (e.g. registration, AML/KYC, investor services) Support service definition (SLDs), onboarding readiness, and migration planning activities Skills & Experience: Project Management experience (financial services / transformation programmes) Transfer Agency experience (UK market exposure preferred) Strong experience in: Planning, milestone tracking, and dependency management Risk & issue management (RAID) Status reporting and governance Proven ability to face off to clients and senior stakeholders Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Able to operate effectively across multi-workstream programmes Location: This is a hybrid working role, with a requirement to work from the clients Manchester office 4 days a week. Working hours: Standard working hours with some flex where required. If you feel that this is a role that would suit you then please apply today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. 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. Pontoon Solutions is an equal opportunities company
Our established client is seeking a DEEC Master Technician Location: Reading Pay: Depending on skills/experience/qualifications Company name and salary disclosed on initial phone call Overtime is paid after 42.5 hours at 130%, this would include Saturday mornings as all contracts are Monday to Friday. There is no restriction currently on productive staff doing over time as continually growing. Monthly Bonus scheme Hours: Permanent late shift - 1.30pm to 10pm, Monday to Friday 42.5 hour week, with 30 minutes unpaid lunch. OT available at weekends Benefits include: Competitive salary disclosed on initial phone call Overtime rates up to 130% Bonus and incentive schemes 24 days holiday plus carry-over allowance, duvet day Private medical insurance Pension contribution up to 5% Life assurance Further education assistance and ongoing training As a DEEC Master Technician , you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining various types of vehicles. DEEC Master Technician duties Diagnoses and repair vehicles accurately and within manufacture s recommended time s and with a quality of work that exceeds customer expectations. Perform advanced removal and replacement of vehicle componentry and diagnostic work accurately and to a high standard. Ensure a high quality of customer service is delivered at all times. Establish a close working relationship with all departments. Knows, understands, and performs all duties of all Technician roles. Ensure health, safety and environmental regulations and safe working practices are adhered to at all times Assist in training and development programs for all departmental staff. Other duties as specified by the Workshop Controller & Depot Manager. DEEC Master Technician attributes Self driven with experience of working with others to deliver customer satisfaction Articulate with excellent communication skills Strong team player Technical awareness of motor vehicles all makes Good customer service skills Excellent organisational skills An ability to work as a team player within a busy Depot An ability to work to strict deadlines Ability to lift heavy components and perform physically demanding tasks. Capability to work in various conditions, including outdoor environments and in confined spaces.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Our established client is seeking a DEEC Master Technician Location: Reading Pay: Depending on skills/experience/qualifications Company name and salary disclosed on initial phone call Overtime is paid after 42.5 hours at 130%, this would include Saturday mornings as all contracts are Monday to Friday. There is no restriction currently on productive staff doing over time as continually growing. Monthly Bonus scheme Hours: Permanent late shift - 1.30pm to 10pm, Monday to Friday 42.5 hour week, with 30 minutes unpaid lunch. OT available at weekends Benefits include: Competitive salary disclosed on initial phone call Overtime rates up to 130% Bonus and incentive schemes 24 days holiday plus carry-over allowance, duvet day Private medical insurance Pension contribution up to 5% Life assurance Further education assistance and ongoing training As a DEEC Master Technician , you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining various types of vehicles. DEEC Master Technician duties Diagnoses and repair vehicles accurately and within manufacture s recommended time s and with a quality of work that exceeds customer expectations. Perform advanced removal and replacement of vehicle componentry and diagnostic work accurately and to a high standard. Ensure a high quality of customer service is delivered at all times. Establish a close working relationship with all departments. Knows, understands, and performs all duties of all Technician roles. Ensure health, safety and environmental regulations and safe working practices are adhered to at all times Assist in training and development programs for all departmental staff. Other duties as specified by the Workshop Controller & Depot Manager. DEEC Master Technician attributes Self driven with experience of working with others to deliver customer satisfaction Articulate with excellent communication skills Strong team player Technical awareness of motor vehicles all makes Good customer service skills Excellent organisational skills An ability to work as a team player within a busy Depot An ability to work to strict deadlines Ability to lift heavy components and perform physically demanding tasks. Capability to work in various conditions, including outdoor environments and in confined spaces.