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£28-32/hour Umbrella PAYE Exciting Opportunity for a Highway Inspector in Derbyshire An excellent opportunity has arisen for a reliable and experienced Highway Inspector to join my client's highway maintenance team in Nottinghamshire. This is a key role responsible for ensuring the safe condition of the highway network, assisting with reactive maintenance works and statutory inspections in line with the Highways Act 1980. The ideal candidate will have experience in highway inspection and maintenance, with a strong focus on safety, record-keeping, and compliance. The main duties of the Highway Inspector include: Inspecting, investigating and ordering necessary works to maintain the highway network safely. Conforming to relevant legislation, policy and codes of practice for highway maintenance. Maintaining accurate records for inspection, maintenance and to support statutory defence in case of legal claims. Investigating third-party insurance claims, providing inspection records, and attending court as necessary. Liaising with a range of stakeholders including elected members, the public, emergency services and neighbouring authorities. Inspecting works completed by in-house teams, contractors and third parties, ensuring compliance with relevant standards. Reporting on the need for more substantial works such as resurfacing or reconstruction. Assisting with the enforcement of highway safety legislation and ensuring safe working practices on site. Contributing to the development of new technology, systems, policies, and procedures for effective service delivery. The Highway Inspector will have key experience in: Highway or civil engineering construction methods and maintenance treatments. Experience using specialist IT software systems, databases, and spreadsheets. Managing their own workload, working methodically, and maintaining accurate records. Performing dynamic risk assessments and maintaining a professional approach. A minimum of 3 years' experience in highway inspection. A valid NRSWA accreditation. A valid LANTRA Highway Inspection ticket. A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel independently. For more details and to apply for the role, please call James Allbon at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email (url removed). FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location, or seniority does not suit you specifically, please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for similar roles at all levels across the UK. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highway, Construction, and Local Government professionals looking to explore future opportunities. Our specialist team has over 40 years of combined experience in this market. Please contact James Allbon at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third-party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent, please email (url removed).

Windows Server/Network Engineer Required for global organisation based within its datacentre in Wellingborough. This is an exciting opportunity for a server engineer/systems administrator to come in and gain hands on experience in a rapidly expanding datacentre. The opportunity will see the successful server engineer work on high level secure projects building and configuring windows server 2016 and 2019, working on Active Directory and exchange and comprehensively extending the current Cisco network and virtual environment utilising VMWare. You must have hands on experience (not helpdesk phone based) of Windows and Linux based Servers and understand the networking protocols based around Cisco, so Switches and Routers and security Firewalls. Any exposure to Cloud based tech such as AWS or Azure, Cloudflare, Imperva, Akami would be beneficial. Some elements of travel will be involved and therefore a clean UK driving licence is essential. Salary on offer in the region of £50-55k, plus free onsite parking, flexitime, and team days/holidays. Please apply now.

Job Title: Data Architect Location: Remote (occasional travel to Cumbria or London offices) Contract Length: 6 months (contract to permanent opportunity) Start Date: ASAP IR35: Inside Interview Process: 1 Stage, MS Teams Clearance: SC We are supporting a public sector client in hiring a Data Architect to join a data modernisation programme already underway. The programme is migrating an existing on-premises database environment to Azure, and these roles have arisen due to an urgent need to address data management challenges and improve data architecture across the organisation. This is a senior architecture role requiring someone who can assess and document the existing data landscape, define the target state architecture and provide hands-on oversight across both on-premises and Azure environments. The successful candidate will work closely with Data Engineers and programme stakeholders to ensure the architectural design is sound, well documented and deliverable within the constraints of a mid-delivery programme. This role suits an experienced Data Architect with a strong data modelling background, comfortable joining a programme in flight and providing both strategic architectural direction and practical delivery support. Candidates with experience across SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory and Databricks are particularly encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Assess and document existing business application databases and BI and data warehouse systems, producing clear architectural artefacts to support programme continuity and planning Design and own data models including logical and physical models, ensuring they accurately reflect the existing and target state data landscape Define the target state Azure data architecture, covering Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, Databricks and associated components Provide architectural oversight across on-premises SQL Server 2022 activity including staging, landing zone design and integration with existing Qlik and SSRS reporting environments Produce TOAD Data Modeler data models or equivalent artefacts as required, ensuring data models are maintained and accessible across the programme team Guide and support Data Engineers across pipeline development, data movement and transformation activity, ensuring engineering output aligns with the architectural design Work within Azure DevOps for backlog management and CI/CD pipeline governance, maintaining Git-integrated version control across architectural artefacts Engage with senior programme stakeholders to communicate architectural decisions, manage risks and dependencies and ensure alignment with wider programme objectives Essential Skills Proven experience as a Data Architect or Senior Data Modeller across both on-premises and cloud data environments Strong data modelling background including logical, physical and conceptual model design across complex, multi-system data landscapes Hands-on experience with SQL Server 2022 or equivalent, including T-SQL and SSIS in staging and landing zone contexts Proven experience designing and delivering Azure data architectures across Azure SQL Database and Azure Data Factory Experience working within Azure DevOps including backlog management and CI/CD pipeline governance Ability to produce clear, well-structured architectural documentation and data models for both technical and non-technical audiences Comfortable joining a mid-delivery programme, assessing existing work and providing architectural direction quickly Desirable Skills Familiarity with TOAD Data Modeler or equivalent data modelling tooling Experience with Azure Databricks and Python Notebooks for advanced data processing and transformation Familiarity with Qlik or SSRS reporting environments and the architectural considerations for supporting them during migration Experience guiding and mentoring Data Engineers within a programme delivery context

The Support Engineer is responsible for supporting and managing the various applications, tools, analytic data related platforms/software, and other business-related to the Kafka platform. Required skills and experience: Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of operational processes, helping to establish scalable best practices within a growing team environment. Demonstrate a strong interest in streaming data technologies and develop subject matter expertise in Apache Kafka. Troubleshoot Linux-based applications by diagnosing and reproducing issues such as resource contention, performance bottlenecks, and network-related problems. Build strong customer relationships by providing exceptional technical support and ensuring successful outcomes through direct engagement. Maintain and apply strong operational knowledge of Kafka, including platform administration, monitoring, and issue resolution. Support and troubleshoot distributed systems technologies such as Kafka, Hadoop, Cassandra, and Java-based applications using tools such as jstack and jmap. Utilise Scripting and programming skills (Python, JavaScript, PowerShell, VBScript, PerlScript, C#, T-SQL, XML) to automate tasks, improve efficiency, and support operational activities. Work with cloud-based technologies including Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Bring a minimum of five years' experience in a technical support, platform operations, infrastructure, or similar role. Apply a structured and analytical approach to troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause analysis. Demonstrate awareness of cybersecurity principles and contribute to maintaining secure platform operations. Maintain a high level of attention to detail while adapting quickly to new technologies and environments. Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills when working with customers, colleagues, and stakeholders. Deliver outstanding customer service while managing multiple priorities effectively. Operate independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively within a team environment.

Senior Finance Business Partner required for a highly acquisitive manufacturing SME in North Manchester. Your new company Your new company is a well established global organisation, recognised for its long term stability, strong growth and commitment to continuous improvement. Due to a number of successful acquisitions they're now looking for an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to join the team. Your new role In your new role you will be acting as the finance partner for site leadership, providing insight, challenge and clear analysis while translating operational performance into meaningful financial outcomes. It will support decisions across production, engineering, quality and supply chain, reviewing production performance, variances and cost drivers. The position will lead site budgeting, forecasting and month end insight, as well as support product costing, standard cost updates and inventory control. It will also require working with Shared Services to ensure accurate data, aligned processes and smooth reporting, while serving as the escalation point for any site specific finance queries. What you'll need to succeed To succeed you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified and require strong technical accounting expertise, experience in a fast paced environment, and a proactive, collaborative working style with the confidence to challenge and influence. It also involves a passion for developing people and building a high performance culture, experience leading controls, audits, and financial reporting in a complex environment, and a mindset geared towards continuous improvement and operational excellence. What you'll get in return You will receive a salary of up to £80,000 plus benefits and 15% bonus. You will join an entrepreneurial SME with huge growth plans over the coming years. You'll join a supportive and forward thinking organisation that values development, collaboration and continuous improvement. You'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on site performance while growing your own skills and career. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Technical Business Analyst - Banking - Mandarin Excellent opportunity opens for a T echnical Business Analyst to join the PMO team of a London-based International Bank. You will be working on the implementation of the bank's new AML system, focused on application support and development. The successful candidate will have experience with Python and have worked on both middle and Back Office systems. Key Responsibilities: Assist the Project Manager and Business Analyst to collect business requirements, analysis the business requirements and transform to technical specification with technical requirements. Conduct system impact analysis, map workflows, and design technical solutions that align with existing infrastructure. Act as primary technical point of contact between business units and developers/engineers. Responsible for writing the scripts, Pythons and small end user computing programs to automatic the daily BAU job. Responsible for conceptualizing and executing clear, quality code to develop the best software. Test your code, identify errors, and iterate to ensure quality code. Support our customers and partners by troubleshooting any of their software issues. Communicate with Desktop, Infrastructure and network team to ensure the business requirements and technical solution is in place on the end-to-end process. Responsible for conceptualizing and executing clear, quality code to develop the best software. Test your code, identify errors, and iterate to ensure quality code. Detect and troubleshoot software issues. Write clear quality code for software and applications and perform test reviews Perform data analysis using SQL, test APIs and validate technical feasibility with software architects. Participate in program release and rollout project work when required. Ability to handle pressure and work effectively in demanding situations. Provide out of hours support if there is incident or other emergency scenarios Experience: Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills Comfort using programming languages and relational databases Previous IT support experience include Python, SQL are required . Demonstrable ability to work effectively as part of a team. On premise IT Solution experience Experience with the full application development life cycle Educated to degree level preferred 4+ years relevant development work experience Mandarin Speaking Interested? Please apply! Technical Business Analyst Applications Application SQL Python Middle Office Systems Back Office Systems AML Compliance Application Support Application Development On Prem On Premise Migration Powershell PowerShell Shell Scripting Manage Engine Service Desk Plus BA PM PMO Change Backend Bank Banking Financial Services Tech Technology Information Technology IT Infrastructure Development

Cyber Security Analyst Taunton, Somerset | On-site | Up to £50,000 per annum + Bonus | Permanent Our client is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to join their IT department on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a passion for cyber security to play a key role in protecting and enhancing the business's security posture. The successful candidate will support the monitoring, investigation and response to cyber threats, assist with vulnerability management, and help maintain secure systems, networks and infrastructure. Working closely with engineers across the IT team, you will contribute to security improvements, support compliance initiatives, and help ensure the organisation remains protected against evolving cyber risks. This role would suit someone with a strong interest in cyber security, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a desire to develop their career within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Required Experience: Experience working within an IT support, infrastructure, cyber security or IT operations environment. Knowledge of core cyber security principles, including vulnerability management, threat detection and incident response. Experience monitoring and investigating security alerts and events. Understanding of network, endpoint and cloud security concepts. Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM, endpoint protection and vulnerability scanning solutions. Experience supporting security controls and maintaining secure system configurations. Knowledge of information security frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus and PCI DSS. Ability to analyse security data, identify trends and make recommendations for improvement. Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to a range of stakeholders. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Solutions Architect - Backend Platforms - Java - Microservices - Hybrid (London) - 6 month contract - £700/day Inside IR35 About the Role We're partnering with a major entertainment organisation to find a Solutions Architects on a contract basis. You'll be working at the heart of large-scale Back End platforms that power products used by millions of customers across the UK and beyond. What You'll Be Doing Designing and architecting scalable, distributed Back End solutions across a range of platforms Contributing to Big Data pipelines and data-at-scale architecture decisions Driving personalisation platform development, ensuring Real Time, customer-centric experiences Working with CMS platforms and ensuring content architecture aligns with engineering best practice Championing microservices patterns and supporting teams in decomposing complex systems What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Solutions or Enterprise Architect in a large-scale engineering environment Strong knowledge of Big Data technologies (eg Spark, Kafka, Hadoop, or similar) Experience with personalisation engines and/or CMS platforms at scale Hands-on background working in engineering teams using Java, Scala, and/or Go Deep understanding of microservices architecture, API design, and cloud-native principles Strong communication skills - able to align technical vision with business outcomes

SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER - eDV CLEARED NEW PERMANENT JOB OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE WITHIN A GLOBALLY LEADING NATIONAL SECURITY COMPANY FOR A SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER WITH eDV CLEARANCE Permanent job opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer Globally leading defence / cyber security company Salary up to £100,000 plus clearance bonus London based organisation in an easily accessible location Permanent Software Engineer To apply please call / or email WHO WE ARE? We are recruiting Senior and Lead Software Engineers to work with a multi-national, industry leading National Security client in central London. Due to the nature of the work you must hold enhanced DV Security Clearance. WHAT WILL THE SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER BE DOING? As a Senior Software Engineer, you will work with an experienced agile team to design and deliver packages of bespoke work, work development teams and liaise with customers. You will work through the entire software development life cycle from requirements capture to R&D, implementation to automation. WE NEED THE SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER TO HAVE . Current enhanced DV clearance Experience with at least one or more of the following: Java, Python, C++, .NET, C#, JavaScript, React Experience mentoring juniors or leading a team Experience / Knowledge of automation IT WOULD BE NICE FOR THE SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER TO HAVE . Cloud based experience Microservice architecture or server-less architecture Big Data / Messaging technologies such as Apache Nifi / MiNiFi / Kafka TO BE CONSIDERED . Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to For further information please call me on . I can make myself available outside of normal working hours to suit from 7am until 10pm. If unavailable please leave a message and either myself or one of my colleagues will respond. By applying for this role you give express consent for us to process & submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Also feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn, just search Dominic Barbet. I look forward to hearing from you. SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER - DV CLEARED KEY SKILLS: SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER / JAVA DEVELOPER / JAVA ENGINEER / LEAD SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / DV CLEARED / DV CLEARANCE / DEVELOPPED VETTING / DEVELOPED VETTED / DEEP VETTING / DEEP VETTED / SC CLEARED / SC CLEARANCE / SECURITY CLEARED / SECURITY CLEARANCE

Static Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Building Services Maintenance - Up to 40k + Overtime + CalloutWe are recruiting for a Static Electrical Maintenance Engineer to work in a Service and Maintenance team, this role is static based near Garforth Onsite PPM's and repairs and working with other engineers to help them during their tasks, there will be an element of fabric maintenance as well as M&E works. The organisation has seen steady growth doubling in size over the past few years and has contracts signed up a full order book through to 2029 already.Performing PPM's, repairs, and call outs there is an on-call rota currently across the siteStatic Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Package Salary basic upto £40,000 ote £42,hr week 33 Days holiday including bank holidays On call OT time weekdays and evenings and weekends. Private PensionStatic Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Requirements Used to performing Repairs to various buildings - Essential Electrical Background & Health and safety knowledge - Essential C&G or NVQ level2 or above trained - Desirable CRB Checked - EssentialThis would suit someone who has worked within Building services, M&E, Construction, Industrial Maintenance, Facilities Management, Fire & Security or Hire organisation or within other industries.We will accept applications from those who have worked as a Fabric Engineer, Electrician, Handyman, Plumber, Joiner, Gas engineer, Air-conditioning Technician, Air Conditioning Engineer, Refrigeration Engineer, Refrigeration Technician, Refrig Engineer, HVAC Engineer, HVACR Engineer, Service Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Multiskilled Engineer.Russell Taylor acts as an employment agency in respect of this position. Please note, due to a high volume of applications, you may not receive a response if unsuccessful. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us .

Are you a Health & Safety Advisor experienced in supporting deep excavation works on utility projects in the highway? If so, then read on! Our client is a leading utilities company delivering gas, water and power projects throughout the UK. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are now looking for an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support operational teams and promote best practice across a range of utility projects. Salary to 56k Company Vehicle or Allowance Stakeholder Pension 28 Days Holiday Excellent Progression Opportunities on Long Term Frameworks Health & Safety Advisor Key Essentials: Reporting to the SHEQ Manager, as a Health & Safety Advisor your role will involve providing guidance on safe working practices across deep excavations on utility infrastructure projects Supporting site teams to ensure compliance with company policies, regulations and client standards Conducting regular site inspections, audits and incident investigations to maintain high safety and quality standards Promoting a positive safety culture and encouraging proactive health and safety behaviours Supporting site teams with the preparation and review of Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) Ensuring works comply with CDM Regulations Monitoring works involving temporary works to ensure appropriate controls and safety measures are in place Supporting compliance with streetworks regulations and safety standards Working collaboratively with teams to identify improvements and enhance overall health & safety performance Health & Safety Advisor Requirements: Experience as a Health & Safety Advisor within the utilities industry Qualified with NEBOSH General and NRSWA Supervisor accreditation Experience monitoring works involving CDM including deep excavations and temporary works By applying for this position, you are agreeing for CVL:LDN to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Your data will be shared with clients relevant to any roles that you have applied for with us. If at any time you wish to withdraw your consent, then please contact us.

Senior AI Engineer Manchester A growing technology-led business is seeking a Senior AI Engineer to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering its AI strategy. This is a senior-level, hands-on position responsible for designing, building, and deploying enterprise-grade AI solutions that drive measurable business value across the organisation. Working closely with IT, Data, Engineering, and senior business stakeholders, you will lead the development and implementation of advanced AI solutions, leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), AI Agents, Machine Learning, and Azure AI services. You will provide technical leadership, establish best practices, and help build the organisation s long-term AI capability. The business is investing heavily in AI and is looking for someone who can combine deep technical expertise with strategic thinking, taking solutions from concept through to production deployment and adoption. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in AI Engineering combined with a robust Data Science background, enabling them to develop, evaluate, and optimise AI solutions that deliver measurable business outcomes. This role would suit an experienced AI professional who enjoys solving complex business challenges, mentoring others, influencing technical direction, and delivering innovative AI solutions at scale. Role Purpose As a Senior AI Engineer, you will lead the design, development, deployment, and optimisation of enterprise AI solutions, ensuring they are secure, scalable, maintainable, and aligned to business objectives. You will act as a subject matter expert for AI technologies, helping to define architecture, establish standards, and guide the organisation s AI roadmap while remaining hands-on with implementation. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and deploy advanced AI and Machine Learning solutions to solve complex business challenges. Lead the architecture and implementation of production-grade AI applications using LLMs, RAG pipelines, AI Agents, and Azure AI services. Provide technical leadership across AI initiatives, ensuring solutions follow best practices for scalability, security, performance, and governance. Own the full AI development lifecycle, from discovery and proof-of-concept through to production deployment and business adoption. Develop and optimise AI models, prompt engineering frameworks, vector databases, and retrieval systems. Design and implement AI agent architectures, workflow automation, and API integrations. Collaborate with Infrastructure and Engineering teams to deploy AI solutions securely within enterprise environments. Ensure solutions leverage Private Endpoints, secure networking, identity management, and enterprise-grade governance controls. Establish monitoring, evaluation, and observability frameworks for AI systems, including hallucination detection, model drift monitoring, performance tracking, and cost optimisation. Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders to identify high-value AI opportunities and define business cases. Measure and report on AI project outcomes, including efficiency gains, automation benefits, cost savings, and customer experience improvements. Mentor and support other technical team members, promoting AI best practices and knowledge sharing across the organisation. Contribute to the development of the organisation s AI strategy, roadmap, and future capability. Required Experience Essential Significant commercial experience in AI Engineering, Machine Learning Engineering, Applied AI, or Data Science roles. Expert-level Python development skills and deep experience with modern AI/ML frameworks and SDKs. Proven experience designing and deploying production-grade RAG solutions and LLM-powered applications. Strong experience building and deploying AI agents, orchestration frameworks, and automated workflows. Experience with Azure AI Services, Azure OpenAI, Azure Machine Learning, or equivalent enterprise AI platforms. Strong understanding of enterprise cloud architecture, including VNets, Entra ID, API Gateways, networking, and secure integrations. Experience deploying and managing AI workloads within production environments. Strong SQL and data engineering skills, working with both structured and unstructured datasets. Ability to translate complex datasets into actionable insights and AI-driven business solutions. Experience implementing AI governance, security, monitoring, and operational best practices. Excellent communication, leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. Highly Desirable Strong Data Science background, with experience in statistical modelling, predictive analytics, feature engineering, experimentation, and model evaluation. Experience applying Data Science methodologies to solve complex business problems and identify opportunities for AI adoption. Experience with GenAIOps, LLMOps, MLOps, and AI observability platforms. Exposure to Computer Vision, OCR, Voice AI, Conversational AI, or multimodal AI solutions. Experience working within operational, retail, automotive, logistics, or customer-centric organisations. Knowledge of Responsible AI, AI governance frameworks, and regulatory considerations. Previous experience leading AI initiatives, mentoring engineers, or helping define AI strategy and roadmap. Experience building or contributing to an AI Centre of Excellence or internal AI capability function. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who combines deep technical expertise with commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to AI delivery. You'll be comfortable operating at both strategic and hands-on levels, engaging with senior stakeholders while also designing, developing, and deploying solutions yourself. You should be passionate about emerging AI technologies and have a track record of turning innovative ideas into production-ready solutions that create measurable business value. Salary & Benefits Competitive salary depending on experience Quarterly bonus scheme Hybrid working arrangement 3 days in the office / 2 days remote Opportunity to lead and shape enterprise AI capability Exposure to high-profile AI transformation initiatives Strong long-term career progression opportunities Ongoing investment in training, certifications, and professional development Interested? If you're an experienced AI Engineer or Data Science professional looking to take ownership of impactful AI initiatives and help shape the future direction of AI within a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for the Senior AI Engineer opportunity in Manchester. Senior AI Engineer Manchester

Join a global technology organisation whose products are trusted by leading brands and deliver real-world impact across sustainability, education and safety. This is a pivotal role, reporting to the Head of Engineering helping lead tech direction and delivery for some genuinely innovative products. The Role Act as the technical SME across multiple engineering teams including (Web Applications, GIS and Robotics) Provide hands-on technical leadership-shaping architecture, improving products and unblocking delivery. Solve complex engineering problems and drive best practice across the organisation. Requirements 5+ years' experience as a Principal Software Engineer (or similar) in an enterprise environment. Proven track record leading across multiple engineering teams and specialties. Experience with Event-driven architectures. Strong technical breadth across C#, .NET, SQL, Kafka and Azure (Java is a plus). Agile Leadership Desirable The role has no direct reports, but established leadership skills are desirable Distributed systems and real-time data processing. Application and platform security fundamentals. Please apply to this advert or email your CV direct to (url removed) Please note; sponsorship is not available for this role. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Software Engineer Chemistry & Data Integration Full time in-office (London) About the Company We are working closely with a rapidly growing Scientific SaaS company who have developed a unified LIMS platform to support enterprise R&D teams. Their platform is used by R&D teams in chemicals, material science, pharmaceutical, and other science-driven industries to manage experimental data, connect lab systems, and apply advanced analytics and AI to accelerate innovation. Joining this company means working at the intersection of science, data, and software, where your work has a direct and visible impact on how real-world R&D is done. They require a Software Engineer with a computer science background to join their Customer Implementation team. The role will be a full time in office in London. We're looking for motivated engineers who can help to build out tools that will accelerate the development of new chemicals and materials. Your primary responsibility will be to develop data intergrations for customers to , for example, ingest data from lab equipment and set up automated data transfer routines. This role primarily involve writing Python scripts. Responsibilities: Designing and building custom data ingestion pipelines between customer systems and the platform Writing Python-based integration scripts using modern Python frameworks Working with large scientific datasets, including structured and semi-structured lab data Performing data transformation, validation, and manipulation to support downstream analysis Collaborating with implementation, customer success, and scientific stakeholders to understand customer workflows Supporting complex customer onboarding and expansion projects through tailored technical solutions Required skillset: Experience using Python in a professional environment (framework experience required) Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases Experience handling and manipulating large datasets, ideally scientific or experimental data Interest in working in a customer-facing, implementation-focused engineering role Degree in Computer Science or a relatable field Nice to Have Experience integrating data from lab equipment or scientific instruments Familiarity with Excel or other analytical tools Exposure to SaaS, data platforms, or startup environments

Role : Aministrator - Permit Control Coordinator Location: DSTL, Salisbury (On-Site) Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Salary: 27,000 per annum The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and safety-focused Permit Control Coordinator to join a team supporting the delivery of facilities management, maintenance and project activities across the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) Estate in Salisbury. This is a critical role within a secure, highly regulated environment, acting as the central point of coordination for contractor management and the permit-to-work process. You will ensure that all contractors, suppliers and project teams have met the required standards and completed all necessary checks before work commences on site. Working closely with Project Managers, Health & Safety professionals, site teams and external contractors, you will coordinate the end-to-end permit process, ensuring that all documentation, certifications, training records and approvals are in place and fully compliant with statutory and site-specific requirements. Key Responsibilities Coordinate and administer the permit-to-work process across the estate. Review contractor submissions and verify compliance with site procedures, statutory requirements and safety standards. Ensure all required documentation, approvals and certifications are in place before permits are authorised. Act as the primary point of contact for contractor access requests and permit-related enquiries. Maintain accurate records of permits, contractor documentation and approvals. Oversee contractor sign-in and sign-out procedures and manage work control documentation. Monitor permit administration activities and escalate any safety concerns or non-compliance issues. Support the safe and efficient delivery of maintenance, compliance and capital projects across the estate. Assist with scheduling activities, responding to stakeholder enquiries and producing reports to support operational performance and compliance reporting. Promote a culture of safety, governance and continuous improvement across all activities. About You You will be highly organised, detail-oriented and comfortable operating within a fast-paced environment where safety, compliance and attention to detail are essential. You will have excellent administration and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and ensuring procedures are followed consistently. You will also have: Strong communication . The confidence to challenge non-compliance and escalate concerns where appropriate. A proactive and solution-focused approach. Experience managing documentation, records and administrative processes. Good IT skills and experience using administrative systems and databases. Experience within facilities management, construction, engineering, defence or other highly regulated environments would be advantageous. Security Requirements Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be UK Nationals and be able to obtain and maintain Security Clearance (SC). What We Offer Salary of 27,000 per annum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance (1x annual salary) 6% matched pension contribution Opportunities for training, development and career progression The chance to work within a secure and technically advanced defence environment supporting nationally important activities

Process Automation Engineer (12 Month FTC) £55,000 - £65,000 + Benefits Location: Croydon We are recruiting a Process Automation Engineer on behalf of a highly successful manufacturing business experiencing significant growth and investment across its operations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturer and play a key role in delivering automation and process improvement projects across a modern production environment. The position will focus on identifying, developing and implementing automation and process improvement solutions that enhance safety, quality, productivity and operational efficiency across the manufacturing operation. The role would suit candidates from manufacturing, FMCG, food, pharmaceutical, chemicals, plastics, packaging, medical device, automotive or other industrial production environments. The role: • Lead automation projects from concept through to commissioning and handover • Design and implement automation solutions to improve manufacturing performance • Identify, evaluate and implement process improvement opportunities through automation, digital technologies and engineering solutions • Identify opportunities to automate manual or repetitive processes • Deliver projects safely, on time and within budget • Work with suppliers, OEMs and system integrators to specify, procure and implement solutions • Support the development of future automation and digital manufacturing initiatives • Improve operational performance through the use of PLCs, control systems, sensors, robotics and monitoring technologies • Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain and IT teams • Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with health, safety and machine safety requirements • Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards and operating procedures • Support data capture, reporting and system integration to improve operational visibility and decision-making • Drive continuous improvement through automation, process optimisation and innovation Candidate requirements: • Degree qualified or equivalent experience within Automation, Manufacturing, Electrical, Controls, Process or Production Engineering • Experience delivering automation, manufacturing improvement or process optimisation projects within a manufacturing or industrial environment • Strong project management and stakeholder management skills • Experience working with PLCs, HMI, SCADA or industrial control systems • Experience managing suppliers, contractors and external partners • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Ability to work independently whilst managing multiple priorities • Excellent communication and collaboration skills • Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on delivering measurable business benefits • Experience with robotics, machine vision systems or advanced sensing technologies • Knowledge of MES, IIoT, Industry 4.0 or digital manufacturing platforms • Experience within manufacturing engineering, process engineering, continuous improvement or industrial automation environments • Formal project management qualification such as PRINCE2 or PMP • Understanding of machine safety and functional safety standards This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing international manufacturer investing heavily in automation, technology and operational excellence. The role offers genuine project ownership and the opportunity to make a visible impact within a highly successful business. If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for then please apply by attaching your CV. Smartsearch takes your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application. To effectively process your application, we may share your details with the hiring company and Smartsearch or the company may contact you by email, telephone or SMS. A copy of our privacy policy will be emailed to you upon receipt of your application. .

Job Title: Business Development Manager Location: Remote (1 day per month in London) Salary: £40,000 + Commission Role Overview: Our client is seeking an experienced and results-driven Business Development Manager to drive employer engagement and generate new business opportunities within the IT and technology training sector. This role focuses on identifying, developing, and onboarding new employer partners, promoting both apprenticeship programmes and commercial tech training solutions. As the Business Development Manager , you will support organisations in building future-ready digital workforces through programmes such as Software Development, Cyber Security, Data, Cloud, and IT Support, working with both levy and non-levy employers to maximise the value of apprenticeships and funded training. This is a target-driven role. The ideal Business Development Manager will have strong sales capability, excellent relationship-building skills, and a solid understanding of the UK apprenticeship and digital skills landscape. Key Responsibilities Business Development Manager (IT & Tech) Proactively identify, target, and secure new employer partnerships across the IT, digital, and technology sectors, as well as organisations with digital skills needs. Promote a portfolio of IT and tech apprenticeship programmes and commercial training courses, positioning them as strategic workforce and upskilling solutions. Sell both funded apprenticeship pathways and commercial short courses/bootcamps in areas such as Software Engineering, Cyber Security, Data Analytics, AI, and Cloud Technologies. Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly targets for new learner starts, employer sign-ups, and revenue (apprenticeships + commercial training). Build and manage a strong sales pipeline, from lead generation through to onboarding and account growth. Engage with levy-paying and non-levy employers, advising on how to utilise levy funds, co-investment, and commercial training budgets. Conduct detailed digital skills gap analysis with employers, recommending tailored IT training and apprenticeship solutions. Provide expert guidance on apprenticeship funding rules, levy transfer opportunities, and compliance, alongside commercial pricing options. Maintain accurate CRM records, track activity, and produce performance reports aligned to sales KPIs. Represent the organisation at tech events, networking forums, careers fairs, and industry conferences. Collaborate with internal delivery, curriculum, and learner engagement teams to ensure a seamless onboarding and high-quality client experience. Ensure all apprenticeship activity aligns with ESFA funding rules and regulatory requirements, while commercial offerings meet agreed service standards. Skills and Experience Proven experience in business development, B2B sales, or employer engagement, ideally within IT training, apprenticeships, or tech education. Strong understanding of the UK apprenticeship system, including levy and non-levy funding. Demonstrated success in selling training solutions, digital skills programmes, or SaaS/tech-related services. Ability to confidently engage and influence senior stakeholders, HR leaders, L&D teams, and technical decision-makers. Strong knowledge or interest in IT and technology disciplines (e.g., software, cyber, data, cloud). Excellent negotiation, influencing, and closing skills with a consultative sales approach. Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple opportunities and a fast-moving pipeline. Experience using CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and digital sales tools. Self-motivated, target-driven, and commercially focused. Paul Feldman is the National Skills Agency Data Protection Officer. Your data will be stored until notice is given by you for it to be removed. Our Data Protection Policy will be forwarded to you on request. As we get a high number of applications we may be unable to give feedback to unsuccessful candidates. We will retain your details to keep you informed of other opportunities. National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Role: Tester Location: Lincolnshire Working Arrangement: Hybrid Salary: Up to £80k Are you a Test Engineer who enjoys building quality into products from the ground up rather than simply executing test scripts? We're looking for an experienced engineer to help shape and mature the testing function within a highly technical engineering environment. This is an opportunity to take ownership of testing strategy, processes and automation across both software and hardware platforms, ensuring products are delivered to the highest possible standards. You'll work closely with development and engineering teams, helping establish best practices, improving test coverage, and creating scalable frameworks that support the continued growth of the organisation. What You'll Be Doing Defining and implementing robust test processes, methodologies and quality standards Developing and expanding automated testing capabilities across software and embedded hardware systems Managing test data, results storage, reporting and traceability to support compliance and continuous improvement Supporting system calibration activities and ensuring product performance meets specification Driving quality throughout the development lifecycle and ensuring deliverables meet agreed standards before release What We're Looking For You'll have a strong background in test engineering within embedded, electronics, hardware/software integrated, or complex engineering environments. You'll be comfortable introducing structure, improving processes and influencing quality across multidisciplinary teams. Experience with automated testing is essential, alongside strong knowledge of tools such as Jenkins and CI/CD-driven test environments. Experience with Squish would be highly beneficial but is not essential. Most importantly, you'll be passionate about quality, automation and building repeatable, scalable testing practices that enable engineering teams to deliver reliable products with confidence. What's On Offer You'll join a collaborative engineering team working on innovative technology where you'll have genuine influence over testing strategy, tooling and quality standards. Salary up to £80,000 plus an excellent benefits package and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on both products and processes. We welcome diverse applicants and are dedicated to treating all applicants with dignity and respect, regardless of background.

Role: Machine Learning Engineer Location: Lincolnshire Working Arrangement: Hybrid Salary: Up to £90k Are you an AI/ML Engineer who enjoys solving complex real-world problems where machine learning directly impacts operational outcomes? We're looking for an experienced engineer to join a specialist team developing next-generation AI and machine learning capabilities for advanced signal processing and automation challenges. You'll work on projects that combine cutting-edge ML techniques with practical engineering, helping transform large volumes of complex data into actionable intelligence. This is an opportunity to work on highly innovative programmes where your models will be deployed to solve genuine mission-critical challenges rather than remaining in research environments. What You'll Be Working On Machine learning for signal recognition and classification Extracting meaningful signals from noisy and complex datasets Applying AI to automate detection workflows and GUI operations, including intelligent frequency band selection What We're Looking For You will have strong experience developing and deploying machine learning solutions, ideally within signal processing, communications, RF, defence, aerospace, telecommunications, or similarly data-intensive environments. Experience with Python and modern ML frameworks is expected, alongside a passion for building practical AI solutions that deliver measurable results. Current SC Clearance is highly desirable, although candidates eligible and willing to undergo clearance will also be considered. What's On Offer You'll join a highly skilled engineering team tackling technically challenging problems, with access to interesting projects, modern technology stacks, and excellent opportunities for professional growth. Salary up to £90,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package. We welcome diverse applicants and are dedicated to treating all applicants with dignity and respect, regardless of background.