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Cross Programme DevSecOps Engineering Lead - MUST BE SC CLEARED - Remote + London/Bristol/Bath - 8 months+/RATE: £655 per day inside IR35 One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for a Cross Programme DevSecOps Engineering Lead. Hybrid role, predominantly remote, with some travel to various sites (estimated average 1 day per week to London and/or Bristol/Bath; occasionally more during specific delivery phases). Please find some details below: Clearance required: MOD SC Job Description: We are seeking an experienced, client-facing Lead DevSecOps Engineer to drive and coordinate DevSecOps practices across multiple digital products delivered as part of a wider MOD business and digital transformation programme, Products will be deployed across the MOD digital estate (MODCloud), including MOD's instances of Microsoft Azure (MODCloud ACE/i-ACE), AWS (MODCloud ICE) and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI/MODCloud OCE). You will embed security, compliance and automation into the software delivery life cycle, ensuring platforms and applications meet stringent security and operational standards. You will also establish consistent, documented processes used by DevSecOps engineers across each environment, including a coordinated approach for releasing updates across the integrated set of products and platforms in scope. This role requires deep expertise in CI/CD pipelines, delivery workflows and security tooling across these cloud environments, alongside strong collaboration with developers, DevSecOps engineers, infrastructure engineers and test teams. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, document and continuously improve DevSecOps practices across the delivery teams, including: o Secure, automated CI/CD pipelines o Security scanning integrated into build, test and deployment workflows o Vulnerability life cycle management, including allowlist processes and risk acceptance where required o Secrets management and identity/access management o Policy enforcement for workloads, container images and infrastructure o Observability, monitoring, logging and audit controls Partner with developers to embed secure-by-design engineering and ensure compliance with MOD security standards. Enable and govern Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices across teams and environments. Contribute to incident response, patching cycles and compliance reporting, ensuring lessons learned are captured and actions tracked. Document security processes, controls and operational runbooks in Confluence. Key Skills and Experience Essential Proven experience as a DevSecOps Lead, establishing and operating DevSecOps ways of working and associated tooling across the following areas (hands-on and leading others): o CI/CD and GitOps (eg GitHub Actions, Argo CD, Argo Rollouts) o Security and compliance tooling (eg Trivy scanning and vulnerability management, HashiCorp Vault, cert-manager) o Containers and orchestration (eg Docker, AWS EKS) o Infrastructure as Code (eg Terraform) o Observability (eg Grafana, Loki) o Scripting and automation (eg Python, Bash) o Cloud and networking fundamentals (eg AWS IAM, S3, network policies) Experience delivering within the UK Government Digital Service (GDS) life cycle on a public sector engagement. Experience working with and leading distributed and hybrid teams. Demonstrated ability to work across cross-functional teams, particularly with developers, testers and DevSecOps engineers. Strong facilitation, communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience influencing at multiple levels. Highly Desirable Experience leading DevSecOps engineering for products hosted on the MOD digital estate, spanning Microsoft Azure (MODCloud ACE/i-ACE), AWS (MODCloud ICE) and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI/MODCloud OCE). Travel: Hybrid role, predominantly remote, with some travel to various sites (estimated average 1 day per week to London and/or Bristol/Bath; occasionally more during specific delivery phases). Please send CV for full details and immediate interviews. We are a preferred supplier to the client.

We are currently seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a leading civil engineering contractor on a large drainage and infrastructure package in Cirencester. Site Engineer Responsibilities: Setting out for drainage, tarmacking and paving Managing QA documentation ITPs. As-built records. Site Engineer Requirements: Previous experience working as a Site Engineer heavy civils / drainage schemes. Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications Valid CSCS card Application: To apply for this Site Engineer role, please submit your up-to-date CV and a member of the team will be in touch.

Data Platform Engineer London (Hybrid) 6 Month Contract £550-600/day (Inside IR35) Data Platform Engineer needed with strong AWS cloud platform migration and Terraform expertise. 6 Month Rolling Contract based in London (Hybrid), with occasional travel to the Leeds office. Hybrid Working - 3-4 days/week remote (WFH) + 1-2 days/week working from the office in London . A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation business specialising in large-scale Government projects: In-depth Data Engineering experience + AWS cloud data platform migration experience. The role will focus on Data Engineering, cloud platform migration, infrastructure automation + supporting the delivery of large-scale data processing solutions. Supporting a major Data platform modernisation programme including migration of data pipelines, notebooks + data workloads from Legacy Databricks environment to modern AWS cloud-based data platforms. Strong Terraform + Infrastructure as Code (IaC) skills including developing + maintaining Terraform code to support data platform deployments. Supporting deployment of data platform components, jobs, permissions + environment configurations. Analysing current Data Engineering solutions + identifying data migration requirements. Onboarding datasets, users + workloads onto target platform. Data Engineering: Python, PySpark, SQL, Data Pipeline Development, ETL/ELT Design, Data Modelling, Data Quality, Data Validation. AWS Cloud Platform, S3, IAM, CI/CD concepts, DevOps principles, Agile Delivery. Advantageous Skills: Databricks, Palantir Foundry, Foundry Pipeline Builder, Ontology concepts, Delta Lake, Secure Data Environment (SDE) experience, NHS/Healthcare data experience. Government/GOV.UK/Public Sector domain experience strongly preferred. Must be active SC Cleared or fully eligible to undergo the full SC Security Clearance process.

About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect Consulting is a UK-based digital transformation consultancy delivering agile, secure technology solutions for public and private sector clients. This is a fully remote role based in India, supporting our UK operations and client base. You will work closely with our UK leadership team and must be comfortable operating within UK regulatory and legal frameworks. About the role As a Senior Technical Architect, you will lead the design and assurance of technical architecture across digital services. You will work across multiple teams, ensuring solutions are aligned with agreed standards and principles. This role combines deep technical expertise with leadership - guiding teams through complex challenges, supporting architectural decision-making, and ensuring long-term sustainability of systems. Hybrid working Based in Newcastle upon Tyne with three days per week on-site. Remaining days may be worked remotely. Key responsibilities Architecture leadership Lead the design and assurance of technical architectures across services. Provide guidance on key architectural decisions and trade-offs. Standards & patterns Define and promote technical standards, patterns, and best practices to ensure consistency and reuse across systems. Mentoring & capability Mentor architects and senior engineers, helping to build technical capability across teams and the wider organisation. Risk & opportunity Identify cross-cutting risks and opportunities, ensuring alignment with organisational and programme-level strategy. Governance & assurance Support architectural governance, reviews, and assurance processes to ensure solutions meet long-term needs. Strategic alignment Ensure technical architecture aligns with broader organisational and digital strategy while driving continuous improvement Skills and experience required Strong experience in senior technical architecture roles (public sector preferred) Proven ability to design and govern complex technical solutions Deep understanding of modern application and integration architectures Experience with cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure) Ability to lead architectural decision-making across multiple teams Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Experience working in Agile delivery environments Prior public sector experience - essential Desirable Experience working across large or complex organisations Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud-native delivery models Experience contributing to architecture governance and assurance Ability to work effectively in a hybrid working environment Diversity and Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.

ENGINEERING MANAGER Job Title: Engineering Manager Location: Grimsby Salary: £65,000 Shift: Days (Monday - Friday) Job Role of the Engineering Manager This multi site operation are offering a fantastic opportunity which is not to be missed for an experienced Engineering Manager has come to the forefront. They have recently invested heavily into the site, making it a great place to work for any engineering manager who wants to develop their career both technically and/or into management. You will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance team that carry out electrical maintenance, fault-finding, and planned preventative maintenance on a range of fully automated production machinery, ensuring maximum uptime and efficiency. Sector - Factory Maintenance Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Engineering Manager You will have some supervisory or leadership experience within the food / beverage or FMCG industry Electrical maintenance experience within an industrial manufacturing environment. Hands on experience with pre-planned, reactive and breakdown maintenance in a fast-paced industrial factory. Requirements for the Engineering Manager Hands-on electrical fault-finding experience. . Supervisory / Leadership experience within an FMCG environment Recognised engineering qualification Experience working within a food / FMCG manufacturing environment. Desirable Requirements for the Engineering Manager Experience working as an Engineering Manager within food / beverage in the UK. PLC fault-finding experience would be advantageous. The Engineering Manager will benefit from: Working for a market-leading manufacturing business. Company benefits package including pension, life insurance, and gym access. Training and development opportunities. Stable day shift pattern offering great work-life balance. If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert. For further details contact Gavin Klinger at Pioneer Selection As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply - please see our website for further details.

Job Title : BI Engineer Type : Permanent, Full-Time Location : North East or London (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Sector : Transportation Salary: Circa. £48K Overview: We're hiring a BI Engineer focused on delivering scalable, high-quality data solutions for reporting and self-service insight. Reporting to the Lead BI Engineer, you'll partner with developers and business stakeholders to deliver well-structured datasets and reliable data pipelines. The role requires a blend of technical delivery and the ability to translate business requirements into effective data solutions. Key Responsibilities: Build and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines to ingest, transform, and prepare data Develop and optimise datasets for reporting and analytics Implement data transformations using SQL and Python (incl. PySpark) Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve performance of data pipelines and queries Apply data quality controls and maintain clear documentation Contribute to ongoing improvements in data architecture and tooling Translate business requirements into scalable data solutions Partner with BI developers to support reporting and dashboard needs Engage stakeholders and support adoption of self-service analytics Work with platform teams on architecture, scalability, and performance Follow engineering standards and contribute to continuous improvement Support incident management and ongoing maintenance of BI solutions Skills & Experience Experience with AWS data services (eg Redshift, Athena, S3, Glue, Lambda) Strong SQL skills Exposure to SnapLogic or similar integration platforms Proficiency in Python (including PySpark) Familiarity with modern data tooling (eg open table formats, DuckDB beneficial) Experience with version control (Git/CodeCommit preferred) Awareness of BI tools (eg QuickSight, Power BI, Tableau) Strong stakeholder engagement and requirements translation skills

Infrastructure Engineering Specialist / Platform Engineer Location: London (on-site, 5 days per week) Duration: 12 months UMBRELLA only Clearance required: DV Our client, a leading UK communications provider, is hiring for a talented Infrastructure Engineering Specialist to join a high-profile project building a new network management system. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies including VMware Cloud Foundation, automation tools like Ansible, and on-premises infrastructure, supporting the deployment of a future-proof network environment. What you'll be doing: Manage the implementation of high-level designs for stable, secure network and infrastructure environments. Maintain and support IT infrastructure components, tools, and services across network, security, storage, and compute. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate architectural designs into operational systems. Lead the support and optimisation of infrastructure, including hardware, software, and communication links. Develop documentation and tooling to streamline infrastructure management. Audit and report on system health, performance, and security, recommending improvements. Mentor fellow engineers and stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends. What you'll bring: Proven experience with VMware technologies (ESX, vCentre, vCF), Windows/Linux/Mac server management, and containerisation (Kubernetes, VKS). Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Java) and automation experience with tools like Ansible, Terraform, or Puppet. Knowledge of network configuration, enterprise storage solutions (NetApp, EMC), and security monitoring tools (Elastic SIEM, Tenable). Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and configuration management. Excellent communication skills, adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Security clearance at DV level is required. Join a team committed to technical excellence and innovation, working at the heart of a business that shapes the UK's digital future. If you're passionate about infrastructure engineering and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Your new company HMP Cardiff is a Category B local prison located in the centre of Cardiff, Wales. It primarily holds adult male prisoners, including those on remand, serving short sentences, or awaiting transfer to other establishments. The prison provides a range of services aimed at rehabilitation, including education, training, and work opportunities. Your new role As a Reactive Supervisor, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of reactive maintenance services across the site. You will lead frontline operational teams, oversee contractors, drive performance against key KPIs and promote a positive Health & Safety culture. Key responsibilities include: Managing KPI 5 performance, ensuring targets of 90%+ are achieved through effective monitoring of CAFM reports, work order management and performance reporting. Coordinating reactive repairs requiring contractor support, including obtaining quotations, managing costs, chasing progress and escalating issues where necessary. Supporting labour resource planning alongside the Site Manager, ensuring adequate staffing levels are maintained when approving annual leave requests. Promoting and enforcing Health & Safety standards, including Zero Code compliance, Permit to Work controls, Point of Work Risk Assessments and close call reporting. Managing procurement activities through the correct use of P-Cards and Purchase Orders. Overseeing Cells Out of Use (COOU) management to minimise downtime and ensure appropriate mitigation is in place. Supervising departments outside of core trades delivery, including Stores, CES, Cleaning and Grounds Maintenance teams. Deputising for the Site Manager as required and maintaining high standards of professionalism and leadership. Managing contractor performance, ensuring compliance with RAMS, quality standards and audit requirements, including 10% quality assurance checks. Ensuring compliance with site procedures, including tool control, permits, staff inductions, daily timesheet submissions and end-of-day lock-up processes. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will have: Previous supervisory experience within a facilities' management, maintenance, engineering or operational environment. Strong knowledge of reactive maintenance delivery and contractor management. Experience of working with CAFM systems and managing performance against service delivery KPIs. A good understanding of Health & Safety legislation, safe systems of work, risk assessments and permit-to-work procedures. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. Strong leadership and people management skills, including experience of managing performance, attendance and team development. Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge unsafe behaviours and drive performance improvements. Experience managing procurement processes, materials and operational resources. A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement. Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and operational management systems. Desirable qualifications and experience: Supervisory or team leader qualification. Health & Safety qualification such as IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH. Experience working within a secure, custodial or highly regulated environment. Knowledge of contractor management and quality assurance processes. What you'll get in return A competitive rate of pay. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Scheduling Coordinator Full Time and Permanent 27-30k DOE Monday - Friday Leeds About the Company Join a fast-growing, forward-thinking organisation operating within the renewables and home services sector. You'll be part of a collaborative team delivering high-quality solutions that support customers in improving their homes and energy efficiency. The business is backed by major global investors and works with leading manufacturers to deliver cutting-edge products and services. What's on Offer Strong team culture - Work collaboratively across departments and enjoy regular social events Advanced technology - A market-leading platform designed to support both customers and engineers Career development - Ongoing training and clear progression opportunities Customer-first approach - Delivering a seamless experience supported by digital tools and high service standards High-quality products - Working with trusted, industry-recognised brands Job Summary As a Callout Advisor, you will be the first point of contact for customers experiencing technical issues. You will manage urgent requests, coordinate engineer attendance, and ensure a smooth resolution process while delivering excellent customer service. Key Responsibilities Handle incoming callout requests via phone, email, and online systems Assess and prioritise emergency repair requests based on urgency and safety Schedule and dispatch engineers to customer sites efficiently Communicate clearly and professionally with customers throughout the process Accurately update job records, customer details, and call logs Provide basic troubleshooting support where appropriate Liaise with engineers and internal teams to ensure timely issue resolution Monitor open cases and follow up to ensure customer satisfaction Highlight recurring issues and support process improvements Follow all health & safety and company procedures Skills & Experience Previous experience in a customer service or coordination role Experience within a technical or engineering environment is beneficial Knowledge of renewable technologies (e.g. solar, EV, heating systems) is an advantage Strong communication skills (written and verbal) Highly organised with the ability to multitask Calm under pressure, especially in urgent situations Confident using IT systems and scheduling software Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail Flexible approach to shifts, including potential out-of-hours work Benefits 38 days annual leave Private healthcare Life assurance Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Our client is seeking an experienced Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality (HSEQ) Manager to lead and develop their HSEQ strategy across a growing operational business. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive HSEQ professional who enjoys being visible on site, driving positive safety culture, and implementing robust quality and compliance frameworks. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the business maintains the highest standards of health, safety, environmental compliance, and quality management. The Role As HSEQ Manager, you will act as the organisation's lead authority on Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality matters. You'll work closely with operational teams, senior management, clients and external auditors to ensure compliance, continuous improvement, and best practice across the business. Key Responsibilities Lead and promote a positive health and safety culture throughout the organisation Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety reviews Manage risk assessments, RAMS, incident investigations, and corrective actions Deliver practical health and safety guidance to operational teams Support toolbox talks, safety briefings, and workforce engagement initiatives Oversee compliance schemes including RISQS and SafeContractor Maintain audit readiness and manage external compliance requirements Develop and improve Quality Management Systems (QMS) Lead and support ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification activities Monitor environmental compliance and support sustainability objectives Produce performance reports, audits, and improvement plans for senior leadership Identify training requirements and support HSEQ development across the business Requirements Essential Proven experience within an HSEQ, Health & Safety, Compliance, or Environmental Management role Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation Experience managing compliance schemes such as RISQS, SafeContractor, or similar Experience conducting site inspections, audits, and safety engagement activities Quality Management System (QMS) experience Experience supporting or delivering ISO 9001 and/or ISO 14001 standards Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Grad IOSH or Chartered IOSH membership ISO Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor qualification Background within construction, infrastructure, engineering, rail, utilities, or project-based environments What's On Offer? Competitive salary package Opportunity to shape and influence business-wide HSEQ strategy Career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative working environment Long-term stability within a growing organisation If you're an experienced HSEQ professional looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact on safety culture, compliance, and operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Summary The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in leading complex projects or programmes across scope, cost, time, risk, quality and resources, with experience managing multi disciplinary teams. This should include involvement in feasibility, outline and detailed design stages. Strong analytical, reporting and digital project management skills are essential, combined with practical and theoretical understanding of project management tools and methodologies. Experience in managing project finances and commercial performance is also required. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and project controls capability, alongside the ability to build positive client relationships. You must be a team player with excellent interpersonal skills and be keen to mentor and support less experienced staff. Job Responsibilities Act as the guiding mind for project delivery teams, supporting Project Directors and leading Lead Engineers, Design Managers and Project Planners in delivering multi disciplinary projects Ensure effective communication with internal and external stakeholders and clients Provide financial oversight, including monitoring and controlling project costs to meet time and budget targets Challenge and support internal teams on design delivery approaches, time and cost management, and quality outputs Administer contract requirements (including NEC and/or JCT forms of contract) Facilitate procurement processes and coordinate internal resources Ensure project activities comply with Company Health & Safety procedures, CDM regulations and relevant legislation Ensure compliance with Company Environmental Procedures and environmental legislation Ensure project compliance with the Company Carbon Management System and confirm that a Carbon Lead is appointed Support and mentor less experienced staff, sharing knowledge and driving professional development Support bids and work winning initiatives Qualifications Chartered Project Manager (ChPP or equivalent) OR MEng/BEng in Civil Engineering

Senior Software Engineer Role: Senior Software Engineer Salary: Up to £65,000 Location: Fully Remote Tech Stack: C#, .NET, Azure/AWS/GCP, React, Node.js, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, CI/CD About The Role We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join a purpose-driven technology consultancy delivering meaningful digital transformation across the public, private, and third sectors. This is an opportunity to work on complex, impactful projects that improve outcomes for people, organisations, and communities. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering high-quality software solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, design, data, and product. You'll contribute to architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and help drive engineering best practices across a variety of client engagements. We value adaptability over expertise in any single technology. While many projects utilise C# and .NET, you'll be joining a technology-agnostic environment where continuous learning, collaboration,and professional development are actively encouraged. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain robust, secure, scalable, and well-tested software solutions. Contribute to software architecture and technical design decisions, ensuring alignment with client and business objectives. Mentor and support junior engineers, promoting engineering excellence and development best practices. Collaborate with Product Managers, Designers, QA Engineers, DevOps specialists, and client stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes. Implement and optimise CI/CD pipelines to improve delivery efficiency and software quality. Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and maintaining high coding standards. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges across multiple projects and environments. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across development processes, testing, and documentation. Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions where appropriate. Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. What We're Looking For: Essential Proven experience delivering software solutions across the full development life cycle, from design and development through to testing and deployment. Strong commercial experience with C# and .NET. Experience working with modern software architecture patterns and cloud-native applications. Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tooling, including Terraform. Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, microservices, serverless architectures, or similar modern development approaches. Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps practices. Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies. Comfortable working as a polyglot engineer and learning new technologies where required. Desirable Previous experience in a senior engineering role, leading or mentoring development teams. Experience with additional technologies such as Java, Python, React, Node.js, or other modern frameworks. Experience delivering projects within the public sector. Previous consultancy or client-facing experience. You'll Bring A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to software quality. Excellent communication skills and confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels. A passion for continuous learning and professional development. The ability to balance technical excellence with delivering real business value. Benefits 30 days holiday plus bank holidays 2 volunteer days annually Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Life assurance 5% employer pension contribution Health cash plan Personal learning and development budget Employee Assistance Programme Electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes Financial well being support Health assessments Inclusion & Diversity We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Metal Fabrication Apprenticeship Lead Salary: Up to £47,000 depending on experience and qualifications Are you an experienced metal fabricator with a strong background in training others? We are recruiting for a Level 3 Metal Fabrication & Supervisory Apprenticeship Lead to join a specialist training centre in Darlington. This role would suit someone with strong site-based fabrication experience who has also previously worked in a formal training, teaching, instructor, tutor or assessor role. This is a lead apprenticeship delivery role, so previous experience within a training environment is essential. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality practical and theoretical training to apprentices, helping learners build both technical fabrication competence and essential supervisory skills. Working across workshop and classroom settings, you will support learner progress, contribute to curriculum development, and help maintain high standards of teaching, assessment, safety and quality. The role will involve: Leading the delivery of fabrication and supervisory apprenticeship training Delivering practical and theory-based sessions in workshop and classroom environments Training learners in fabrication techniques, safe working practices and industry standards Supporting curriculum development and continuous improvement Liaising with employers to support apprentice development We are looking for someone with: Previous experience in a formal training, teaching, instructor, tutor or assessor role A minimum of 5 years' site-based metal fabrication experience Strong practical fabrication skills, including pattern development, forming, bending, rolling, and assembly of common components such as cylinders, bends, tees and reducers Experience using fabrication machinery such as press brakes, rollers and guillotines Supervisory or management experience within staff, projects or operations Strong communication, organisation and health & safety awareness Experience of insulation application, a relevant skills card, teaching or assessing qualifications, or a relevant fabrication/engineering qualification would be advantageous, although additional training and qualifications can be supported for the right candidate. What's on offer: Competitive salary of up to £47,000 4-day condensed working week with Fridays off Private healthcare access Birthday off and options to buy additional leave Annual salary review Immediate access to a generous pension scheme Continuous learning and development opportunities The successful candidate will also be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. If you have strong metal fabrication experience and a proven background in training others, we would love to hear from you!

Mobile FitterPurpose of The RoleTo provide effective maintenance support to our Rail Freight vehicles whilst developing a broad range of engineering skills and competencies.Key Role Accountabilities Undertake scheduled maintenance activities at any approved maintenance location. Undertake both electrical and mechanical repairs on both locomotives and rolling stock. Perform assessment and test procedures to ensure rail freight assets and or components are performing to required levels. Maintain the necessary knowledge to operate safely and effectively in a railway environment. Maintain a comprehensive understanding of industry standards, practices, and governance. Work as directed by the relevant Team Leader and Production Manager. Work within the boundaries of all relevant company policies, specifically, any Method of Work and Risk Assessments associated with the task at hand. Possess and maintain a comprehensive understanding of maintenance documentation and ensure any completed documentation is both explicit and legible. Maintain high standards of cleanliness at work sites operating environments and any necessary site maintenance / improvements when directed. Carry out unsupervised maintenance activities.SHEQ Responsibilities Work to applicable Risk Assessments and Method Statements. Wear full PPE as required Personal duty of careCompetencies RequiredEssential NVQ level 3 in relevant engineering discipline Full UK Driving LicenceDocumentation Maintains:Maintenance documentation, written and digitally (when assessed as competent) using the business and Network Rails asset management systems (Carl Source, FAM's). Works to:Train Operation Manuals (TO's)Inspections and Safety ToursDepot MOWs and RAsOutstation MOWs and RAsTrack Safety HandbookPPE Requirement Hard hat Bump cap Eye Protection Safety Footwear Torch Ear Defenders High Visibility Overalls High Visibility Tabard High Visibility T-Shirt High Visibility Coat High Visibility Trousers Respiratory Protective EquipmentAbout UsJoining us provides the opportunity to not only establish yourself within one of the rail industrys biggest and most prestigious, multi-disciplined contractors, providing you with a springboard that can take you career to new heights.We take pride in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for you to unlock your potential at whatever stage you are in your career. We encourage cross-collaboration and innovation and if you are interested in learning we will enable that.Everyday we work together safely to solve real problems, with a shared goal of enhancing the Infrastructure and Logistics which is key to the UK Rail Network and wider Supply Chain. Everyone here has a voice and we encourage all to speak up, discuss their ideas and implement them.We are always looking for passionate people to join our business and with several bases across the UK, there are plenty of opportunities to join our vibrant, creative, and diverse teams.The business holds three core values: Caring, Sharing and Daring. We take care our of our employees, always ensuring safety is a top priority and we nurture our collective wellbeing. We share a passion for what we do, celebrate our achievements and value high standards like nowhere else. We dare to take on new challenges, we are one of the international leaders in our industry. We keep on innovating, expanding, and conquering new markets.The performance of the business is dependent upon improving and developing the skills and abilities of all employees, and our Equal Opportunities Policy, above all else, aims to achieve this objective.Behavioural Skills Engage and Care- Engage and stay close to our client. Provide sustainable solutions that you truly care about and join us in having an impact on the Infrastructure of the UK. Execute and Share- Share our joint passion for the important work executed every day at Colas Rail. Share in our success, our diversity, our development and execute our project plans. Energy and Dare- Display the energy of a leader, champion your teams. Dare to think innovatively and explore new horizons.The business values and encourages diversity in our workforce, regardless of background, disability, age, religion, or gender. As part of our aim to deliver quality services, we are committed to promoting equality and eliminating discrimination. We will create a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in.We are committed to the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you are a disabled candidate and have the skills, and or the experience for the job we will interview you. Just let us know in your application form. If you require adjustments or would like to discuss how we can best facilitate your candidate journey, please reach out to us.We offer a basic salary in excess of £41,000.00 pa plus a well kitted van and fuel card plus the usual phone and laptop. The van can be used for all work activities between home and place of work.The role operates a round a 6 week shift roster with no nights and 2 weekendsIf you have a background in Military Vehicle or Aircraft maintenance, HGV, PSV, heavy mobile plant, light vehicle or Rolling Stock maintenance, then we would love to hear from youInterested parties should send their CV to Mark Smith at or call directly on

Team Leader - Structures London 80k- 100k plus benefits Are you an experienced professional ready to lead and grow a successful Building Structures team within a highly respected consultancy? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a thriving independent UK consultancy in London as Team Leader for their expanding Building Structures division. The company has built an excellent reputation for delivering innovative and high-quality engineering solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects, and they are now looking for a dynamic and ambitious leader to help drive the next phase of growth. This role offers the perfect balance of leadership, client engagement, business development, and hands-on technical involvement, making it an exceptional opportunity for someone looking to make a genuine impact within a growing business. As Team Leader, you will play a central role in shaping and developing the London structures team, overseeing project delivery, strengthening client relationships, and helping to secure new business opportunities. You will lead by example, providing technical guidance and mentoring to engineers while remaining closely involved in the design and delivery of projects. The successful candidate will have proven experience leading building structures teams, along with strong commercial awareness and an established industry network. Excellent communication skills, a collaborative approach, and the ability to inspire and motivate others are all essential for this position. In return, you will join a forward-thinking consultancy that genuinely values its people and offers excellent long-term career prospects, a supportive and flexible working environment, and the opportunity to play a key role in the continued success and growth of the business. For a confidential discussion about this fantastic opportunity, please send your CV to Graham Ventham.

Estate Business Partner (Operational Delivery & Alignment) Location: Cambridge (Hybrid / Regional) Remuneration: 62,728 - 66,537 + Premier Pension & Outstanding Benefits The Opportunity: Driving Operational Alignment Across a World-Class Portfolio In a complex matrix environment encompassing both cutting-edge research laboratories and historic assets, the success of an estate relies entirely on seamless operational alignment. This role offers a significant opportunity to take functional ownership of the strategic liaison between academic operations and estate service delivery for a landmark Cambridge portfolio. Working closely with senior professional service leads and administrative heads (School Secretaries), you will be the driving force behind the local implementation of new Estate initiatives, utilising occupancy data and service insights to ensure the physical portfolio directly enables world-changing research and education. The Ideal Profile This role is designed for a consultative property or asset management professional who combines technical estate literacy with exceptional relationship-building capability. You are comfortable navigating consensus-driven environments where success is achieved through influence rather than direct decree. Whether you are an experienced Senior FM, Property Manager, or Estates Programme Lead from a public sector, corporate real estate, or consultancy background, you will bring: A strong professional background in a technically focused discipline such as Facilities Management, Surveying, Engineering, or Capital Programme Delivery. Proven success in a high-level client-facing or advisory role, with a natural ability to manage diverse and demanding stakeholder expectations. Practical experience in change management or the delivery of technical services across a varied, multi-site property portfolio. The analytical capability to interpret occupancy data and translate it into practical, long-term estate solutions. The Role: Strategic Liaison & Framework Delivery Operating as a critical Estates partner, you will bridge the gap between high-level estate policy and localised departmental operations. You will be a leader in; Strategic Stakeholder Partnership: Forging collaborative, high-trust relationships with School Secretaries and academic leaders to align long-term departmental needs with broader institutional estate objectives. Programme Implementation & Change: Acting as the primary operational ambassador for complex change initiatives, including space optimisation, sustainability targets, and occupancy efficiency frameworks. Service Performance Oversight: Monitoring the quality and efficiency of technical estate services across your designated portfolio, using occupant feedback to drive continuous improvement in building performance and supplier delivery. Data-Led Space Assurance: Interpreting space management and occupancy monitoring data to advise senior stakeholders on capacity planning, helping departments make informed, analytical decisions about resource allocation. Why Apply Through Me? This appointment is being managed by a specialist with 25 years of experience in senior real estate and estates governance roles within the Cambridge market. I provide a discreet, highly consultative service, giving you deep-dive context on the departmental dynamics and the operational lifecycle of the estate that is not available in the public domain.

Define, design, and govern the end-to-end technical architecture across cloud and on-premise systems, ensuring scalability, security, maintainability, and alignment with business and enterprise architecture objectives. The role is responsible for establishing Azure-based solution architectures, guiding delivery teams, and ensuring that technology decisions drive long-term value, resilience, and performance across the organisation. Solution Architecture & Design Design end-to-end solution architectures across applications, data, integrations, and infrastructure within Microsoft Azure environments Define architectural patterns for cloud-native, hybrid, and distributed systems Develop high-level and low-level designs (HLD/LLD), ensuring clarity for delivery teams Ensure solutions are scalable, resilient, secure, and cost-optimised Azure Cloud Architecture Define and implement architecture using Azure services, including: Compute: Azure App Services, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions Data: Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Data Lake, Synapse Analytics Integration: Azure API Management, Logic Apps, Service Bus, Event Grid Security: Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), Key Vault, Managed Identities Design for high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity using Azure-native capabilities Ensure effective use of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Bicep, ARM templates, or Terraform Integration & System Design Define integration patterns and system interactions across microservices and enterprise systems Design APIs and event-driven architectures using REST, messaging, and asynchronous patterns Ensure interoperability between legacy systems and modern cloud-based platforms Technical Leadership & Governance Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance to development and engineering teams Review and approve solution designs and key technical decisions Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards, governance frameworks, and design principles Define and enforce architecture governance processes, design reviews, and checkpoints Technology Evaluation & Innovation Evaluate new technologies, frameworks, and tools within the Azure ecosystem Conduct proofs of concept (PoCs) and recommend solutions based on business and technical fit Drive adoption of cloud best practices, DevSecOps, and modern engineering approaches Security, Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with security best practices, regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR), and organisational policies Embed zero-trust architecture principles and secure design practices Identify and mitigate technical risks, vulnerabilities, and architectural gaps Stakeholder Engagement Engage with business stakeholders, product owners, and leadership teams to understand requirements Translate business needs into scalable and pragmatic technical architecture solutions Communicate architecture decisions, trade-offs, and risks clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences Delivery Support & Collaboration Collaborate with Agile delivery teams, DevOps engineers, QA teams, and architects Support programme delivery, roadmap planning, and release strategies Provide guidance during implementation, integration, and deployment phases Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert TOGAF or equivalent architecture certification Azure DevOps / Security certifications (advantageous)

CLIENT DIRECTOR - CONSTRUCTION INSURANCE Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: 80,000 - 110,000 basic + competitive bonus + comprehensive benefits package About the Opportunity An exceptional opportunity for an experienced Commercial Insurance professional specialising in the Construction sector to join a highly respected specialist insurance and risk management business during a significant period of growth. We are partnering with a specialist insurance and risk management solutions company with extensive expertise across the Construction and Engineering sectors, as they continue to expand their regional footprint with the opening of a new North West office. Whilst operating as a highly respected independent specialist brand, the business also benefits from the backing and stability of a global financial services company, offering the best of both worlds through the agility and autonomy of a specialist brokerage combined with the investment, infrastructure, and long-term security of a major group. This is a rare opportunity to inherit and develop an established portfolio of construction clients whilst also driving new business growth across the sector. Importantly, this role also offers a genuine leadership opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to establish themselves as a key figure within the business, with the clear potential to help build and lead this division in the North. The Role As Client Director, you will take ownership of an established portfolio alongside identifying and securing new opportunities, helping to support ambitious regional growth plans and further strengthen the company's market presence across the North. Longer term, there is genuine opportunity to help shape and build a specialist regional team around you. Key Responsibilities Client Management & Growth Manage and grow an established portfolio of construction sector clients, delivering tailored insurance and risk management solutions Build strong relationships with contractors, subcontractors, developers, civil engineering businesses, and specialist trades Deliver high levels of client retention through proactive relationship management and strategic advice Generate and secure new business opportunities across the construction and engineering sectors Work closely with Development Executives, Marketing, and lead generation teams to support continued regional growth Provide specialist advice across Construction Insurance product Represent the business at networking events, industry forums, and sector-related meetings. Develop and execute plans to grow both personal and regional market presence that contribute towards the wider strategic development and continued growth of the division. Leadership Support and mentor Account Executives, Account Handlers, and junior team members Help shape the future direction of the Construction proposition across the North Work closely with senior leadership on regional growth strategy, team development, and market positioning Play a key role in the long-term growth and development of the Northern operation What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Client Director, Client Partner, Account Director, Senior Account Executive, or similar commercial insurance role Strong experience providing insurance solutions specifically to the Construction, Engineering, or Contractors sectors Excellent technical knowledge across commercial insurance and risk management solutions relevant to construction clients Demonstrable success managing and growing an existing book of business whilst generating new client relationships Commercially driven with the ambition and capability to step into a broader leadership role Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills Cert CII or above desirable Applications are welcomed from individuals currently operating within national brokers, independent brokerages, or specialist construction insurance environments. Why Join? Join a highly respected specialist brokerage with a strong reputation within the Construction and Engineering sectors Opportunity to inherit an established and profitable client portfolio alongside significant new business potential Genuine opportunity to progress into a senior leadership position Ability to help shape regional strategy, team growth, and sector development Operate with genuine autonomy whilst benefiting from strong leadership support and investment Supportive, entrepreneurial, and development-focused culture with clear progression opportunities Benefits Competitive salary and uncapped bonus structure 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Holiday purchase scheme and your birthday off Hybrid working environment (typically 2-3 days in the office) Enhanced pension and private healthcare Health and wellbeing benefits, income protection, and life assurance Paid leave for volunteering and enhanced parental leave