Facilities Manager Location: South East London Salary: 45,000 + benefits Contract: Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm The Opportunity Are you an organised, process-driven Facilities Management professional looking to lead service delivery on a high-profile public sector contract? We are seeking a proactive Facilities Manager to play a pivotal role in leading operational excellence across a landmark PFI educational portfolio. Managing a diverse team of Premises Assistants, Engineers, and Helpdesk coordinators, this hybrid role blends hands-on team leadership, statutory compliance governance, contract administration, and client diplomacy. If you are a structured manager with an analytical eye for detail, comfortable coordinating both hard and soft FM services on a fast-paced contract, this role offers an exceptional platform for professional development and career progression. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Compliance Service Coordination: Support the Contract Manager in overseeing the daily delivery of both Hard and Soft FM services across the portfolio, ensuring high standards of estate safety and presentation. Health, Safety & Compliance: Ensure 100% compliance with statutory requirements, maintaining the site compliance tracker and ensuring all operations adhere to strict Health & Safety legislation. Performance Governance: Drive operational performance to meet and exceed contractual SLAs and KPIs, minimising downtime and resolving potential service shortfalls proactively. Contract & Financial Administration Paymech Coordination: Manage the administrative workflows relating to contractual performance, including calculating any unavailability or performance deductions for the Contract Manager's verification. Operational Reporting: Take ownership of administrative reporting, CAFM system management, and formal minute-taking during key stakeholder and operational meetings. Client Liaison: Act as a key point of contact for school department heads, client representatives, and corporate management partners, ensuring seamless communication. HR & Team Coordination Vetting & Onboarding: Administer the full recruitment life cycle for site-based staff, managing the critical DBS vetting and security clearance renewal processes. Performance & Development: Oversee the staff training matrix, coordinate employee development reviews (EDRs), and manage new starter inductions and probationary reviews. Resource Management: Supervise and direct the shift schedules and daily workloads of the on-site Premises Assistants, Helpdesk operators, and engineering staff. What We Are Looking For Essential Skills & Experience: Technical & Compliance IQ: A strong background in FM compliance, CAFM systems, COSHH, and statutory site health and safety standards. Analytical Admin Capability: Experience managing contract administration, reporting, and tracking contractual performance parameters (Paymech). Communication & Presence: Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and report-writing skills, with the ability to liaise with clients at all operational levels. IT Literacy: Highly proficient in utilising MS Office and Google Workspace tools. Highly Desirable: Contract Environments: Prior experience working within a schools or educational environment. PFI Contract Exposure: Experience operating within a Private Finance Initiative (PFI) contract framework. Financial Awareness: Familiarity with basic financial metrics and operational reporting systems. What We Offer Competitive Salary: Highly competitive base salary with structured performance reviews. Elite Professional Growth: Clear development pathways and corporate training opportunities within a global FM provider. Comprehensive Benefits: A generous pension scheme, lifestyle perks, and a supportive, collaborative team culture. If you are an organised FM professional ready to step into a key leadership role on a flagship public sector contract, apply today to arrange a confidential discussion. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Facilities Manager Location: South East London Salary: 45,000 + benefits Contract: Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm The Opportunity Are you an organised, process-driven Facilities Management professional looking to lead service delivery on a high-profile public sector contract? We are seeking a proactive Facilities Manager to play a pivotal role in leading operational excellence across a landmark PFI educational portfolio. Managing a diverse team of Premises Assistants, Engineers, and Helpdesk coordinators, this hybrid role blends hands-on team leadership, statutory compliance governance, contract administration, and client diplomacy. If you are a structured manager with an analytical eye for detail, comfortable coordinating both hard and soft FM services on a fast-paced contract, this role offers an exceptional platform for professional development and career progression. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Compliance Service Coordination: Support the Contract Manager in overseeing the daily delivery of both Hard and Soft FM services across the portfolio, ensuring high standards of estate safety and presentation. Health, Safety & Compliance: Ensure 100% compliance with statutory requirements, maintaining the site compliance tracker and ensuring all operations adhere to strict Health & Safety legislation. Performance Governance: Drive operational performance to meet and exceed contractual SLAs and KPIs, minimising downtime and resolving potential service shortfalls proactively. Contract & Financial Administration Paymech Coordination: Manage the administrative workflows relating to contractual performance, including calculating any unavailability or performance deductions for the Contract Manager's verification. Operational Reporting: Take ownership of administrative reporting, CAFM system management, and formal minute-taking during key stakeholder and operational meetings. Client Liaison: Act as a key point of contact for school department heads, client representatives, and corporate management partners, ensuring seamless communication. HR & Team Coordination Vetting & Onboarding: Administer the full recruitment life cycle for site-based staff, managing the critical DBS vetting and security clearance renewal processes. Performance & Development: Oversee the staff training matrix, coordinate employee development reviews (EDRs), and manage new starter inductions and probationary reviews. Resource Management: Supervise and direct the shift schedules and daily workloads of the on-site Premises Assistants, Helpdesk operators, and engineering staff. What We Are Looking For Essential Skills & Experience: Technical & Compliance IQ: A strong background in FM compliance, CAFM systems, COSHH, and statutory site health and safety standards. Analytical Admin Capability: Experience managing contract administration, reporting, and tracking contractual performance parameters (Paymech). Communication & Presence: Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and report-writing skills, with the ability to liaise with clients at all operational levels. IT Literacy: Highly proficient in utilising MS Office and Google Workspace tools. Highly Desirable: Contract Environments: Prior experience working within a schools or educational environment. PFI Contract Exposure: Experience operating within a Private Finance Initiative (PFI) contract framework. Financial Awareness: Familiarity with basic financial metrics and operational reporting systems. What We Offer Competitive Salary: Highly competitive base salary with structured performance reviews. Elite Professional Growth: Clear development pathways and corporate training opportunities within a global FM provider. Comprehensive Benefits: A generous pension scheme, lifestyle perks, and a supportive, collaborative team culture. If you are an organised FM professional ready to step into a key leadership role on a flagship public sector contract, apply today to arrange a confidential discussion. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Splunk Architect/Senior Splunk Administrator Location: London (Hybrid) Contract: 6 months Initially IR35: Inside IR35 Overview We are looking for an experienced Splunk Architect/Senior Splunk Administrator to support and enhance a large-scale Splunk environment. The role requires a strong mix of architectural knowledge and hands-on administration experience across Splunk Enterprise 9.x+ in clustered environments. Key Skills & Experience Splunk Enterprise Administration Splunk environment design and architecture. Administration of Indexer and Search Head Clusters. Splunk upgrades and platform maintenance. Forwarder installation, configuration and troubleshooting. Data onboarding, parsing and data quality improvements. End-to-end SSL implementation across Splunk components. PCRE (Perl Compatible Regular Expressions). Data models, data model accelerations and summarised searches. Development of knowledge objects, dashboards and alerts. Platform health checks, optimisation and troubleshooting. Python Scripting (desirable). Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) ES data models and CIM compliance. Correlation searches and notable event management. ES content development and administration. Technical Environment Experience working with Splunk environments managed through CI/CD pipelines. Strong Unix/Linux administration skills. Windows/PowerShell experience. Experience supporting hybrid cloud and on-premise environments. Personal Attributes Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management. Collaborative team player with strong coordination skills. Desirable Experience Splunk Cloud (SaaS). Splunk SOAR. Splunk Enterprise Security administration. Splunk migration, consolidation or transformation projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Splunk specialist who can operate at both technical and architectural levels within a complex enterprise environment. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jul 30, 2026
Contractor
Splunk Architect/Senior Splunk Administrator Location: London (Hybrid) Contract: 6 months Initially IR35: Inside IR35 Overview We are looking for an experienced Splunk Architect/Senior Splunk Administrator to support and enhance a large-scale Splunk environment. The role requires a strong mix of architectural knowledge and hands-on administration experience across Splunk Enterprise 9.x+ in clustered environments. Key Skills & Experience Splunk Enterprise Administration Splunk environment design and architecture. Administration of Indexer and Search Head Clusters. Splunk upgrades and platform maintenance. Forwarder installation, configuration and troubleshooting. Data onboarding, parsing and data quality improvements. End-to-end SSL implementation across Splunk components. PCRE (Perl Compatible Regular Expressions). Data models, data model accelerations and summarised searches. Development of knowledge objects, dashboards and alerts. Platform health checks, optimisation and troubleshooting. Python Scripting (desirable). Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) ES data models and CIM compliance. Correlation searches and notable event management. ES content development and administration. Technical Environment Experience working with Splunk environments managed through CI/CD pipelines. Strong Unix/Linux administration skills. Windows/PowerShell experience. Experience supporting hybrid cloud and on-premise environments. Personal Attributes Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management. Collaborative team player with strong coordination skills. Desirable Experience Splunk Cloud (SaaS). Splunk SOAR. Splunk Enterprise Security administration. Splunk migration, consolidation or transformation projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Splunk specialist who can operate at both technical and architectural levels within a complex enterprise environment. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Job Title: Chef Location: Farmer Copleys Farm, Pontefract Salary: 13.50 - 14 per hr dependant on experience Job Type: Full-time/Part-time, Permanent. At Farmer Copleys, we celebrate and showcase everything that's great about British food and farming. We are proud to have an award-winning farm shop, our popular Moo Caf , an on-site bakery and a thriving events business hosting weddings, funerals, baby showers and corporate functions. Throughout the year, we also welcome thousands of visitors to our seasonal events including our Tulip Festival, Pick Your Own strawberries and sunflowers and our much-loved Pumpkin Festival. Moo Caf is open seven days a week, serving a delicious seasonal menu alongside daily specials. We are passionate about championing the very best of Yorkshire produce with our meat sourced from our award-winning on-site butchery. We are looking for an experienced Chef to join our busy kitchen team. This role offers daytime working hours , making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a better work-life balance while working in a fast-paced quality-driven environment. Main responsibilities: Assist the Head Chef and kitchen team with the preparation and cooking of food ensuring our reputation for delicious, consistent, high-quality dishes is maintained and customer satisfaction remains a priority. Help maintain the highest standards of food quality, cleanliness and presentation with an enthusiastic, professional and friendly approach. Comply with all food safety, hygiene, cleaning and allergen regulations. Support food monitoring procedures and assist in controlling kitchen costs. Ideal candidate: Has a genuine passion for food. Is ideally professionally qualified, although experienced chefs with excellent practical skills will also be considered. Has excellent culinary and presentation skills. Possesses strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills. Is energetic, hardworking and takes pride in producing high-quality food. Is a reliable team player with a flexible approach to supporting colleagues when needed. Why Join Farmer Copleys? Daytime working hours, offering an excellent work-life balance. Work with fresh, locally sourced produce. Join a friendly, passionate team in one of Yorkshire's best-loved farms. Be part of a growing business that welcomes visitors all year round through our caf , events and seasonal festivals. Benefits: Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme Staff Discount Flexible hours/shifts Health & wellbeing programme (after 12m service) On-site parking Sounds good? If you think you have the skills, passion and enthusiasm to join our team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today! Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Experienced Chef, Kitchen Chef, Catering, Food Catering, Catering Chef, Chef Assistant, Food Preparation, Cook, Kitchen Manager, Food Hygiene, Kitchen Supervisor may also be considered for this role.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Chef Location: Farmer Copleys Farm, Pontefract Salary: 13.50 - 14 per hr dependant on experience Job Type: Full-time/Part-time, Permanent. At Farmer Copleys, we celebrate and showcase everything that's great about British food and farming. We are proud to have an award-winning farm shop, our popular Moo Caf , an on-site bakery and a thriving events business hosting weddings, funerals, baby showers and corporate functions. Throughout the year, we also welcome thousands of visitors to our seasonal events including our Tulip Festival, Pick Your Own strawberries and sunflowers and our much-loved Pumpkin Festival. Moo Caf is open seven days a week, serving a delicious seasonal menu alongside daily specials. We are passionate about championing the very best of Yorkshire produce with our meat sourced from our award-winning on-site butchery. We are looking for an experienced Chef to join our busy kitchen team. This role offers daytime working hours , making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a better work-life balance while working in a fast-paced quality-driven environment. Main responsibilities: Assist the Head Chef and kitchen team with the preparation and cooking of food ensuring our reputation for delicious, consistent, high-quality dishes is maintained and customer satisfaction remains a priority. Help maintain the highest standards of food quality, cleanliness and presentation with an enthusiastic, professional and friendly approach. Comply with all food safety, hygiene, cleaning and allergen regulations. Support food monitoring procedures and assist in controlling kitchen costs. Ideal candidate: Has a genuine passion for food. Is ideally professionally qualified, although experienced chefs with excellent practical skills will also be considered. Has excellent culinary and presentation skills. Possesses strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills. Is energetic, hardworking and takes pride in producing high-quality food. Is a reliable team player with a flexible approach to supporting colleagues when needed. Why Join Farmer Copleys? Daytime working hours, offering an excellent work-life balance. Work with fresh, locally sourced produce. Join a friendly, passionate team in one of Yorkshire's best-loved farms. Be part of a growing business that welcomes visitors all year round through our caf , events and seasonal festivals. Benefits: Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme Staff Discount Flexible hours/shifts Health & wellbeing programme (after 12m service) On-site parking Sounds good? If you think you have the skills, passion and enthusiasm to join our team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today! Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Experienced Chef, Kitchen Chef, Catering, Food Catering, Catering Chef, Chef Assistant, Food Preparation, Cook, Kitchen Manager, Food Hygiene, Kitchen Supervisor may also be considered for this role.
Head of Environmental Health North Home Counties 550- 650 a day 6-month rolling contract until April 2028 What if your next leadership role offered a unique opportunity to shape the future of a whole community? A District Council in the North Home Counties has an opportunity as their Head of Environmental Health to lead a key front line service at a time of significant organisational change, helping to shape Environmental Health in a District Council as Local Government Reorganisation progresses. As the Interim Head of Environmental Health, you'll report to the Chief Exec in providing strategic leadership to a high-performing service that protects public health, supports businesses and helps create safer, healthier places for our communities. You will lead and manage the Private Sector Housing and Licensing Teams, supporting service delivery through a period of increased demand following the introduction of Renter's Rights Act. Key Responsibilities: Ensuring high-quality delivery and continuous improvement. Supporting teams and driving positive change. Navigating change and transformation until Local Government Organisation is fully implemented in April 2028. Overseeing services including Food Safety, Environmental Protection, Private Sector Housing, Licensing, Health and Safety and Public Health functions. Ensuring statutory duties, regulatory responsibilities and professional standards are upheld and delivered. About you: The idea candidate would bring: Significant Senior leadership experience within Environmental Health. Sound judgement, resilience and the ability to make effective decisions in a complex environment. Experience navigating local authority governance, policies, and statutory responsibilities. If you are someone who wants to make a change in the community and can be a dynamic leader through a huge change in Local Government, you can apply using the button below. Alternatively, contact me on (url removed) or (phone number removed)! If this opportunity excites you, then please don't hesitate to get in touch and discuss all of the other exciting opportunities that we have across our many teams!
Jul 30, 2026
Contractor
Head of Environmental Health North Home Counties 550- 650 a day 6-month rolling contract until April 2028 What if your next leadership role offered a unique opportunity to shape the future of a whole community? A District Council in the North Home Counties has an opportunity as their Head of Environmental Health to lead a key front line service at a time of significant organisational change, helping to shape Environmental Health in a District Council as Local Government Reorganisation progresses. As the Interim Head of Environmental Health, you'll report to the Chief Exec in providing strategic leadership to a high-performing service that protects public health, supports businesses and helps create safer, healthier places for our communities. You will lead and manage the Private Sector Housing and Licensing Teams, supporting service delivery through a period of increased demand following the introduction of Renter's Rights Act. Key Responsibilities: Ensuring high-quality delivery and continuous improvement. Supporting teams and driving positive change. Navigating change and transformation until Local Government Organisation is fully implemented in April 2028. Overseeing services including Food Safety, Environmental Protection, Private Sector Housing, Licensing, Health and Safety and Public Health functions. Ensuring statutory duties, regulatory responsibilities and professional standards are upheld and delivered. About you: The idea candidate would bring: Significant Senior leadership experience within Environmental Health. Sound judgement, resilience and the ability to make effective decisions in a complex environment. Experience navigating local authority governance, policies, and statutory responsibilities. If you are someone who wants to make a change in the community and can be a dynamic leader through a huge change in Local Government, you can apply using the button below. Alternatively, contact me on (url removed) or (phone number removed)! If this opportunity excites you, then please don't hesitate to get in touch and discuss all of the other exciting opportunities that we have across our many teams!
Mechanical Fitters - Engineering - Croydon £30000 to £43000 plus bonus depending on experience Hello Recruitment are recruiting Mechanical Fitters within the Croydon workshop of a large engineering business. Core responsibilities Read technical drawings and familiar with end floats, gear backlash etc Disassembly, Cleaning, Inspection and Re-assembly of mechanical systems, particularly transmission systems, gearboxes and rotating equipment. Use of precision measuring equipment to make decisions on passing/failing components Use of overhead and Jib cranes to move heavy equipment safely Use of basic workshop equipment such as air tools, abrasive wheels, hydraulic presses Maintain good safety, quality and efficiency levels Flexibility of skills to carry out testing, basic wiring and mechanical fitting Maintain good housekeeping, awareness of and adherence to health and safety requirements Involvement in improvement activities as required Contribute to daily team stand up meetings Ability to complete technical documentation as work progresses To perform other duties as assigned from time to time P rofessional Experience & Education Minimum four years mechanical fitting, preferably on transmission systems, gearboxes and rotating equipment Preferably time-served apprentice trained or other relevant qualification A good understanding of machining practices Experience in safety critical environments such as Rail could be advantageous A flexible approach to meet customer demands Good manual dexterity to handle a number of mechanical fitting tasks Ability to read and interpret Engineering Drawings Good team player Full understanding of English to work to detailed technical instructions and to be able to complete documentation accurately Package Details:- 36.5 working week; 07 00 Mon Thurs and Fri 07 30 £30000 £43000 (dependant on experience) 20 days holiday (pro rata) Annual Bonus (pro rata on year of joining) Pensions 3% EE and 6% ER Life Assurance Salary/Bonus Sacrifice Private Health Care Dental Health Care Cycle to work scheme
Jul 30, 2026
Contractor
Mechanical Fitters - Engineering - Croydon £30000 to £43000 plus bonus depending on experience Hello Recruitment are recruiting Mechanical Fitters within the Croydon workshop of a large engineering business. Core responsibilities Read technical drawings and familiar with end floats, gear backlash etc Disassembly, Cleaning, Inspection and Re-assembly of mechanical systems, particularly transmission systems, gearboxes and rotating equipment. Use of precision measuring equipment to make decisions on passing/failing components Use of overhead and Jib cranes to move heavy equipment safely Use of basic workshop equipment such as air tools, abrasive wheels, hydraulic presses Maintain good safety, quality and efficiency levels Flexibility of skills to carry out testing, basic wiring and mechanical fitting Maintain good housekeeping, awareness of and adherence to health and safety requirements Involvement in improvement activities as required Contribute to daily team stand up meetings Ability to complete technical documentation as work progresses To perform other duties as assigned from time to time P rofessional Experience & Education Minimum four years mechanical fitting, preferably on transmission systems, gearboxes and rotating equipment Preferably time-served apprentice trained or other relevant qualification A good understanding of machining practices Experience in safety critical environments such as Rail could be advantageous A flexible approach to meet customer demands Good manual dexterity to handle a number of mechanical fitting tasks Ability to read and interpret Engineering Drawings Good team player Full understanding of English to work to detailed technical instructions and to be able to complete documentation accurately Package Details:- 36.5 working week; 07 00 Mon Thurs and Fri 07 30 £30000 £43000 (dependant on experience) 20 days holiday (pro rata) Annual Bonus (pro rata on year of joining) Pensions 3% EE and 6% ER Life Assurance Salary/Bonus Sacrifice Private Health Care Dental Health Care Cycle to work scheme
Position : Head of Finance Business Partnering (Interim) Bexley 16 Location : Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, DA6 7AT Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months - typically 2 days in the office per week but varies week on week Working Hours: 36 hours per week Pay Rate: PAYE: £ 650.00 per day Job Reference: OR(phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Lead the Finance Business Partnering function for Children's Services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality financial support and strategic advice. Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Finance Business Partners, promoting high performance, accountability, and continuous professional development. Build strong partnerships with senior leadership teams, providing financial insight, challenge, and support to inform strategic decision-making. Lead the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, monitoring, and reporting processes for the assigned service area. Provide expert financial advice to support the development, delivery, and evaluation of service plans, business cases, and transformation initiatives. Drive the development of innovative service delivery models that achieve efficiencies, deliver cost savings, and maximise outcomes for residents. Monitor financial performance, identify financial risks and opportunities, and ensure appropriate mitigating actions are implemented. Produce accurate, timely, and insightful financial reports, analysis, and management information for senior stakeholders. Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, accounting standards, governance requirements, and organisational policies. Support the discharge of Section 151 responsibilities by maintaining high standards of financial stewardship and control. Lead on financial aspects of change programmes, service transformation, and strategic projects across Children's Services. Develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to promote collaborative working and informed financial decision-making. Contribute to the development of finance policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance service delivery. Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and a customer-focused approach within the Finance Business Partnering team. Represent the finance function at senior management meetings and provide professional financial leadership across the organisation. Person Specification Essential Requirements CCAB-qualified accountant (or equivalent recognised professional accounting qualification). Significant post-qualification experience in finance management, business partnering, or financial leadership roles. Demonstrable experience of leading and managing finance teams within a large, complex organisation. Strong knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and management accounting. Experience providing strategic financial advice and challenge to senior leaders and service managers. Excellent understanding of local government finance, public sector financial management, and financial governance. Knowledge of statutory financial responsibilities, including the principles supporting Section 151 responsibilities. Proven ability to lead service transformation, financial improvement, and efficiency programmes. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information. Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills. Experience developing robust business cases and supporting strategic decision-making. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within demanding timescales. Strong leadership, coaching, and people management skills with a commitment to developing high-performing teams. Proficient in the use of financial management systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. Desirable Requirements Experience working within Children's Services finance in a local authority. Experience supporting organisational transformation and change management programmes. Knowledge of local government funding arrangements, financial regulations, and statutory reporting requirements. Experience working in politically sensitive environments with senior elected members and executive leadership. Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and delivering value for money across public services. DISCLAIMER : By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
Jul 30, 2026
Contractor
Position : Head of Finance Business Partnering (Interim) Bexley 16 Location : Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, DA6 7AT Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months - typically 2 days in the office per week but varies week on week Working Hours: 36 hours per week Pay Rate: PAYE: £ 650.00 per day Job Reference: OR(phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Lead the Finance Business Partnering function for Children's Services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality financial support and strategic advice. Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Finance Business Partners, promoting high performance, accountability, and continuous professional development. Build strong partnerships with senior leadership teams, providing financial insight, challenge, and support to inform strategic decision-making. Lead the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, monitoring, and reporting processes for the assigned service area. Provide expert financial advice to support the development, delivery, and evaluation of service plans, business cases, and transformation initiatives. Drive the development of innovative service delivery models that achieve efficiencies, deliver cost savings, and maximise outcomes for residents. Monitor financial performance, identify financial risks and opportunities, and ensure appropriate mitigating actions are implemented. Produce accurate, timely, and insightful financial reports, analysis, and management information for senior stakeholders. Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, accounting standards, governance requirements, and organisational policies. Support the discharge of Section 151 responsibilities by maintaining high standards of financial stewardship and control. Lead on financial aspects of change programmes, service transformation, and strategic projects across Children's Services. Develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to promote collaborative working and informed financial decision-making. Contribute to the development of finance policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance service delivery. Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and a customer-focused approach within the Finance Business Partnering team. Represent the finance function at senior management meetings and provide professional financial leadership across the organisation. Person Specification Essential Requirements CCAB-qualified accountant (or equivalent recognised professional accounting qualification). Significant post-qualification experience in finance management, business partnering, or financial leadership roles. Demonstrable experience of leading and managing finance teams within a large, complex organisation. Strong knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and management accounting. Experience providing strategic financial advice and challenge to senior leaders and service managers. Excellent understanding of local government finance, public sector financial management, and financial governance. Knowledge of statutory financial responsibilities, including the principles supporting Section 151 responsibilities. Proven ability to lead service transformation, financial improvement, and efficiency programmes. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information. Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills. Experience developing robust business cases and supporting strategic decision-making. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within demanding timescales. Strong leadership, coaching, and people management skills with a commitment to developing high-performing teams. Proficient in the use of financial management systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. Desirable Requirements Experience working within Children's Services finance in a local authority. Experience supporting organisational transformation and change management programmes. Knowledge of local government funding arrangements, financial regulations, and statutory reporting requirements. Experience working in politically sensitive environments with senior elected members and executive leadership. Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and delivering value for money across public services. DISCLAIMER : By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
Bodyshop Advisor / Customer Service Advisor Role: Salary up to 36,000 per annum Permanent role I am currently working with a highly efficient and well equipped Bodyshop who are now looking for an experienced Bodyshop Advisor to join their busy site in the Maidenhead area. Key Responsibilities as a Bodyshop Advisor / Customer Service Advisor: You will be responsible for the meet and greet of customers, bookings, courtesy car diary control, and customer updates. Liaising with third party companies such as insurance and car hire companies. As the first point of contact for customers the role requires a motivated and enthusiastic individual with excellent communication skills. As a Bodyshop Advisor / Customer Service Advisor you will: Must have worked / or currently working within a similar role within an accident repair centre or within the Motor Trade. These tasks require excellent organisational skills with an attention to detail and a quality focus. You must have similar experience as an administrator or customer service advisor within the motor trade ideally within an accident repair centre If you are interested in finding out more get in contact by calling Piam Pishgoo on (phone number removed) / (url removed) or send us your CV by Clicking Apply Now!
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Bodyshop Advisor / Customer Service Advisor Role: Salary up to 36,000 per annum Permanent role I am currently working with a highly efficient and well equipped Bodyshop who are now looking for an experienced Bodyshop Advisor to join their busy site in the Maidenhead area. Key Responsibilities as a Bodyshop Advisor / Customer Service Advisor: You will be responsible for the meet and greet of customers, bookings, courtesy car diary control, and customer updates. Liaising with third party companies such as insurance and car hire companies. As the first point of contact for customers the role requires a motivated and enthusiastic individual with excellent communication skills. As a Bodyshop Advisor / Customer Service Advisor you will: Must have worked / or currently working within a similar role within an accident repair centre or within the Motor Trade. These tasks require excellent organisational skills with an attention to detail and a quality focus. You must have similar experience as an administrator or customer service advisor within the motor trade ideally within an accident repair centre If you are interested in finding out more get in contact by calling Piam Pishgoo on (phone number removed) / (url removed) or send us your CV by Clicking Apply Now!
Agricultural Engineer / Maintenance Fitter FMCG and Agricultural Machinery Exeter, EX15 Day Shift, Mon - Fri Up to £55k per annum Are you an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, or Agricultural Fitter, with a heavy engineering background who isn't afraid to get their hands dirty? If yes, read on My client is a small family-run agricultural business who are known in the commercial growing industry. They are currently looking for a skilled and motivated Maintenance Fitter to maintain and service their machines and keep the factory, workshop and packing room running smoothly. The Role - Maintenance Fitter Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of machinery and equipment, such as irrigation systems, conveyors and tractors Perform scheduled servicing and preventive maintenance to avoid breakdowns and prolong the lifespan of the equipment Diagnose mechanical faults and carry out repairs Troubleshoot issues with engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems, and replace defective parts as necessary Ensure that machinery is used correctly and safely by all operators Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs performed, and parts used Follow and develop TPM/PPM schedules for all equipment Work closely with managers and other staff to coordinate maintenance activities and minimise downtime Daily meetings to align on the duties for the day ahead Minimum Skills / Experience Required - Mechanical Fitter Previous experience as a Maintenance Fitter or Mechanical Engineer Has previous hands-on experience with chains, bearings and conveyors Experienced in repairing, servicing or maintaining agricultural/quarry/plant/manufacturing or industrial machinery, or happy to learn Strong background in PPM schedules and developing them Qualifications within maintenance and engineering is desirable Good communication skills both written and verbal The Package - Agricultural Engineer Pay rate up to £25.00 per hour 45-50 hour working week, depending on workloads Use of company van Holiday package Pension About Precision People Precision People is a leading recruitment agency that specialises in sourcing top talent for Engineering, Technical, Sales and Senior Management roles across a wide range of industries. With a focus on precision and quality, their team of expert recruiters works tirelessly to match the best candidates with the right employers, ensuring that both parties benefit from a successful partnership. Precision People has the expertise and resources to help you find the perfect role. With a deep understanding of the industry and a commitment to excellence, they have built a reputation for delivering exceptional results and exceeding their candidate's expectations. Interested? To apply for the Mechanical Fitter position, here are your two options: 1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let's talk through your experience. Ask for Dan Henderson on (phone number removed) between 8.30 am - 5.30 pm. 2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know. PPDEL
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Agricultural Engineer / Maintenance Fitter FMCG and Agricultural Machinery Exeter, EX15 Day Shift, Mon - Fri Up to £55k per annum Are you an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, or Agricultural Fitter, with a heavy engineering background who isn't afraid to get their hands dirty? If yes, read on My client is a small family-run agricultural business who are known in the commercial growing industry. They are currently looking for a skilled and motivated Maintenance Fitter to maintain and service their machines and keep the factory, workshop and packing room running smoothly. The Role - Maintenance Fitter Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of machinery and equipment, such as irrigation systems, conveyors and tractors Perform scheduled servicing and preventive maintenance to avoid breakdowns and prolong the lifespan of the equipment Diagnose mechanical faults and carry out repairs Troubleshoot issues with engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems, and replace defective parts as necessary Ensure that machinery is used correctly and safely by all operators Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs performed, and parts used Follow and develop TPM/PPM schedules for all equipment Work closely with managers and other staff to coordinate maintenance activities and minimise downtime Daily meetings to align on the duties for the day ahead Minimum Skills / Experience Required - Mechanical Fitter Previous experience as a Maintenance Fitter or Mechanical Engineer Has previous hands-on experience with chains, bearings and conveyors Experienced in repairing, servicing or maintaining agricultural/quarry/plant/manufacturing or industrial machinery, or happy to learn Strong background in PPM schedules and developing them Qualifications within maintenance and engineering is desirable Good communication skills both written and verbal The Package - Agricultural Engineer Pay rate up to £25.00 per hour 45-50 hour working week, depending on workloads Use of company van Holiday package Pension About Precision People Precision People is a leading recruitment agency that specialises in sourcing top talent for Engineering, Technical, Sales and Senior Management roles across a wide range of industries. With a focus on precision and quality, their team of expert recruiters works tirelessly to match the best candidates with the right employers, ensuring that both parties benefit from a successful partnership. Precision People has the expertise and resources to help you find the perfect role. With a deep understanding of the industry and a commitment to excellence, they have built a reputation for delivering exceptional results and exceeding their candidate's expectations. Interested? To apply for the Mechanical Fitter position, here are your two options: 1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let's talk through your experience. Ask for Dan Henderson on (phone number removed) between 8.30 am - 5.30 pm. 2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know. PPDEL
Coach Builder We are looking for an experienced Coach Builder to join our vehicle conversion team. You will build, modify and fit vehicle components to a high standard, working on bespoke and production vehicle conversions. Key Responsibilities Build, fabricate, fit and assemble vehicle components and bodywork. Install flooring, seating, bulkheads, racking, panels and specialist equipment. Modify vehicle bodies using engineering drawings and build specifications. Confidently use hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment to complete work safely and accurately. Work with materials including aluminium, steel, plywood and composites. Maintain high quality standards and follow all health and safety procedures. Requirements Previous experience as a Coach Builder, Vehicle Converter, Fabricator or similar. Skilled in fabrication, fitting and assembly. Able to read and interpret engineering drawings. Experienced using a wide range of hand tools, power tools and workshop machinery. Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Desirable Experience with specialist vehicle conversions. Welding or fabrication experience. Basic electrical knowledge.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Coach Builder We are looking for an experienced Coach Builder to join our vehicle conversion team. You will build, modify and fit vehicle components to a high standard, working on bespoke and production vehicle conversions. Key Responsibilities Build, fabricate, fit and assemble vehicle components and bodywork. Install flooring, seating, bulkheads, racking, panels and specialist equipment. Modify vehicle bodies using engineering drawings and build specifications. Confidently use hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment to complete work safely and accurately. Work with materials including aluminium, steel, plywood and composites. Maintain high quality standards and follow all health and safety procedures. Requirements Previous experience as a Coach Builder, Vehicle Converter, Fabricator or similar. Skilled in fabrication, fitting and assembly. Able to read and interpret engineering drawings. Experienced using a wide range of hand tools, power tools and workshop machinery. Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Desirable Experience with specialist vehicle conversions. Welding or fabrication experience. Basic electrical knowledge.
Job Description: Airbus Benefits SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check) TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within UK / Europe and international LOCATION: Filton (80% of your working week must be office based) TYPE: Full time BAND: VB WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, shopping discounts and much more Work / Life Balance: 35 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, flexible working, option to buy/sell holiday Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities Health & Wellbeing: Bupa health insurance (including assisted fertility treatments and gender dysphoria & reassignment support), wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop, lunchtime yoga / meditation Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving and purpose built maternity rooms on site Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity) Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight ( ) to cleaning up space , sustainability is at the heart of our purpose . So what's your next change? THE ROLE Step into a pivotal leadership role at Airbus, where you will shape the industrial performance of critical commercial and defense programmes, including the A220, A320, A350, and A400M. Leading a dynamic, transnational team across the UK and North America, you will be at the forefront of driving strategic supplier development and safeguarding the supply chain against operational risks. This is an exceptional opportunity for an influential leader to excel in a demanding operational environment, directly impacting Airbus' global Final Assembly Lines and pioneering continuous improvement strategies that define the future of aerospace manufacturing. HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM Ensure total on-time and on-quality delivery to Final Assembly Lines and Section Build sites across Airbus, Airbus Defense and Space, and Airbus Canada by establishing robust preventative measures. Shift operations from reactive problem-solving to proactive supplier management, utilizing Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), capacity management, and comprehensive risk mitigation for Transfers of Work (ToW) and New Product Introductions. Direct, develop, and upskill a geographically dispersed team located in Filton and North America, fostering a culture centered on "management by fact" and data-driven operational excellence. Partner with supplier top management to align their industrial policies with Airbus expectations, driving performance improvements through SQIP programs and QSR (Quality Escape) Prevention plan reviews. Act as the premier Supply Chain & Quality representative within the Multi-Functional Team (MFT), directly influencing key strategic decisions such as sourcing strategies and Call For Tenders, while decisively leading responses to operational crises. ABOUT YOU Previous experience operating at a management level within manufacturing engineering, specifically grounded in operational, production, or quality management environments. Demonstrated track record of overseeing complex external supplier networks, including executing global industrial surveillance, capacity assessments, and managing large-scale continuous improvement projects. Deep technical knowledge and practical experience deploying industrial quality frameworks, root cause analysis, and preventative risk management tools. Proven capability in leading multi-site or international engineering/manufacturing operations, managing complex product developments, part shortages, and large-scale industrialization projects. Strong technical command of manufacturing processes and supply chain data analytics, with the ability to interpret complex performance metrics to dictate sourcing strategy and crisis interventions. Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions. HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need and we'll always do our best to accommodate your request. Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process - you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence. As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To 'opt in', just select the option during your application submission and our Talent Acquisition team will contact you. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth. Company: Airbus Operations Limited Employment Type: Permanent - Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Leadership By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to . At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Job Description: Airbus Benefits SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check) TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within UK / Europe and international LOCATION: Filton (80% of your working week must be office based) TYPE: Full time BAND: VB WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, shopping discounts and much more Work / Life Balance: 35 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, flexible working, option to buy/sell holiday Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities Health & Wellbeing: Bupa health insurance (including assisted fertility treatments and gender dysphoria & reassignment support), wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop, lunchtime yoga / meditation Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving and purpose built maternity rooms on site Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity) Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight ( ) to cleaning up space , sustainability is at the heart of our purpose . So what's your next change? THE ROLE Step into a pivotal leadership role at Airbus, where you will shape the industrial performance of critical commercial and defense programmes, including the A220, A320, A350, and A400M. Leading a dynamic, transnational team across the UK and North America, you will be at the forefront of driving strategic supplier development and safeguarding the supply chain against operational risks. This is an exceptional opportunity for an influential leader to excel in a demanding operational environment, directly impacting Airbus' global Final Assembly Lines and pioneering continuous improvement strategies that define the future of aerospace manufacturing. HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM Ensure total on-time and on-quality delivery to Final Assembly Lines and Section Build sites across Airbus, Airbus Defense and Space, and Airbus Canada by establishing robust preventative measures. Shift operations from reactive problem-solving to proactive supplier management, utilizing Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), capacity management, and comprehensive risk mitigation for Transfers of Work (ToW) and New Product Introductions. Direct, develop, and upskill a geographically dispersed team located in Filton and North America, fostering a culture centered on "management by fact" and data-driven operational excellence. Partner with supplier top management to align their industrial policies with Airbus expectations, driving performance improvements through SQIP programs and QSR (Quality Escape) Prevention plan reviews. Act as the premier Supply Chain & Quality representative within the Multi-Functional Team (MFT), directly influencing key strategic decisions such as sourcing strategies and Call For Tenders, while decisively leading responses to operational crises. ABOUT YOU Previous experience operating at a management level within manufacturing engineering, specifically grounded in operational, production, or quality management environments. Demonstrated track record of overseeing complex external supplier networks, including executing global industrial surveillance, capacity assessments, and managing large-scale continuous improvement projects. Deep technical knowledge and practical experience deploying industrial quality frameworks, root cause analysis, and preventative risk management tools. Proven capability in leading multi-site or international engineering/manufacturing operations, managing complex product developments, part shortages, and large-scale industrialization projects. Strong technical command of manufacturing processes and supply chain data analytics, with the ability to interpret complex performance metrics to dictate sourcing strategy and crisis interventions. Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions. HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need and we'll always do our best to accommodate your request. Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process - you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence. As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To 'opt in', just select the option during your application submission and our Talent Acquisition team will contact you. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth. Company: Airbus Operations Limited Employment Type: Permanent - Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Leadership By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to . At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
HGV CLASS 1 TRAMPER DRIVER Newcastle £47,140 per annum, subsistence allowance & £1,000/annum performance bonus included Are you interested in HGV Class 1 Tramper driving in a company that offers high quality trucks ( We are Maudesville Corp Ltd and we have built our successful business by providing an excellent middle-mile service to big brand names. As their businesses grow, so does ours. We pride ourselves on customer obsession, diversity and inclusion, environmental sustainability and a happy workforce. We embrace diversity & inclusion and are an equal opportunity employer. Benefits: Salary: £47,140 per annum, overnight allowance & £1,000/annum performance bonus included Company pension On-site parking Holiday and sick pay Parental leave (maternity/paternity) Weekly payroll with direct deposit State-of-the-art equipment and technology Excellent on-site facilities Driver training Documents/experience/requirements: C+E (Class 1) Driving License (required) with less than 6 penalty points Drivers Card (required) 2 years of minimum experience (required) Right to work in the UK (required) Fluency in English Language (preferred) You are enthusiastic about the opportunity for extended trips. We offer you: Fixed and punctual payment of salary - £47,140 per annum, overnight allowance & £1,000/annum performance bonus included Superb on road experience due to driving high quality trucks which are less than 5 years old (extra comforts in the trucks included) State of the art app for route viewing Enjoy the perk of no loading or unloading responsibilities, allowing for a streamlined and focused driving experience Your tasks/role as a tramping truck driver: Transport goods from station to station No loading / unloading expected, we will do that for you! Reliable and safe driving with careful handling of the vehicles and trailers Please ensure your contact details are correct. We will contact you via both email or phone.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
HGV CLASS 1 TRAMPER DRIVER Newcastle £47,140 per annum, subsistence allowance & £1,000/annum performance bonus included Are you interested in HGV Class 1 Tramper driving in a company that offers high quality trucks ( We are Maudesville Corp Ltd and we have built our successful business by providing an excellent middle-mile service to big brand names. As their businesses grow, so does ours. We pride ourselves on customer obsession, diversity and inclusion, environmental sustainability and a happy workforce. We embrace diversity & inclusion and are an equal opportunity employer. Benefits: Salary: £47,140 per annum, overnight allowance & £1,000/annum performance bonus included Company pension On-site parking Holiday and sick pay Parental leave (maternity/paternity) Weekly payroll with direct deposit State-of-the-art equipment and technology Excellent on-site facilities Driver training Documents/experience/requirements: C+E (Class 1) Driving License (required) with less than 6 penalty points Drivers Card (required) 2 years of minimum experience (required) Right to work in the UK (required) Fluency in English Language (preferred) You are enthusiastic about the opportunity for extended trips. We offer you: Fixed and punctual payment of salary - £47,140 per annum, overnight allowance & £1,000/annum performance bonus included Superb on road experience due to driving high quality trucks which are less than 5 years old (extra comforts in the trucks included) State of the art app for route viewing Enjoy the perk of no loading or unloading responsibilities, allowing for a streamlined and focused driving experience Your tasks/role as a tramping truck driver: Transport goods from station to station No loading / unloading expected, we will do that for you! Reliable and safe driving with careful handling of the vehicles and trailers Please ensure your contact details are correct. We will contact you via both email or phone.
A great opportunity to join a commercial, professional business as a HR Manager based in Leeds in a hybrid role. Client Details Our client is a well-established organisation with a strong reputation for professionalism, governance, and high standards. Operating within a regulated and structured environment, they are committed to delivering a high-quality HR service that supports both employees and wider business objectives. You'll be joining a collaborative and supportive HR function, at a time where there is a real focus on strengthening processes, developing managers, and embedding best practice across the business. Description Reporting into the Head of HR, you will deliver a proactive, commercially focused HR service across the organisation. Key responsibilities include: Leading on all aspects of employee relations, managing a wide range of cases with confidence and credibility Acting as a trusted advisor to managers, building capability and driving best practice Managing the end-to-end employee lifecycle, including onboarding, performance management, and offboarding Overseeing HR operations, ensuring processes are efficient, compliant, and continuously improving Maintaining and developing HR policies in line with legislation and business needs Supporting payroll processes, HR systems, and reporting activities to ensure accuracy and robust governance Contributing to wider HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives This is a hands-on role where you will be expected to operate with autonomy and pace, delivering both day-to-day operational HR and supporting broader people initiatives. Profile We are keen to speak with credible, resilient, and commercially aware HR professionals who can quickly build trust and add value. Your experience will include: Proven background in a generalist HR Manager role ideally in Professional, Financial, Legal, Regulated environment. Significant employee relations experience - this is a core focus of the role Working within commercial, financial services, or regulated environments (highly desirable) Confidence managing complex ER cases end-to-end, with a pragmatic and solution-focused approach Coaching and influencing managers across a range of people matters A strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice Operating within structured, process-driven organisations Exposure to HR systems and continuous improvement initiatives Strong knowledge of Cascade HR system (highly desirable) Job Offer Salary £55-65k per annum 3 days per week Leeds Office - City Centre based Benefits package
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
A great opportunity to join a commercial, professional business as a HR Manager based in Leeds in a hybrid role. Client Details Our client is a well-established organisation with a strong reputation for professionalism, governance, and high standards. Operating within a regulated and structured environment, they are committed to delivering a high-quality HR service that supports both employees and wider business objectives. You'll be joining a collaborative and supportive HR function, at a time where there is a real focus on strengthening processes, developing managers, and embedding best practice across the business. Description Reporting into the Head of HR, you will deliver a proactive, commercially focused HR service across the organisation. Key responsibilities include: Leading on all aspects of employee relations, managing a wide range of cases with confidence and credibility Acting as a trusted advisor to managers, building capability and driving best practice Managing the end-to-end employee lifecycle, including onboarding, performance management, and offboarding Overseeing HR operations, ensuring processes are efficient, compliant, and continuously improving Maintaining and developing HR policies in line with legislation and business needs Supporting payroll processes, HR systems, and reporting activities to ensure accuracy and robust governance Contributing to wider HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives This is a hands-on role where you will be expected to operate with autonomy and pace, delivering both day-to-day operational HR and supporting broader people initiatives. Profile We are keen to speak with credible, resilient, and commercially aware HR professionals who can quickly build trust and add value. Your experience will include: Proven background in a generalist HR Manager role ideally in Professional, Financial, Legal, Regulated environment. Significant employee relations experience - this is a core focus of the role Working within commercial, financial services, or regulated environments (highly desirable) Confidence managing complex ER cases end-to-end, with a pragmatic and solution-focused approach Coaching and influencing managers across a range of people matters A strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice Operating within structured, process-driven organisations Exposure to HR systems and continuous improvement initiatives Strong knowledge of Cascade HR system (highly desirable) Job Offer Salary £55-65k per annum 3 days per week Leeds Office - City Centre based Benefits package
Harper May is partnering with a long-established, multi-site care and residential services business with its head office in central London. The organisation operates a portfolio of high-quality residential settings across the UK, backed by charitable ownership and a strong balance sheet, and has invested consistently in its estate, its people, and the quality of care delivered. As the group continues to invest in the estate and refresh the operating model, a Finance Director is being appointed to lead the finance function and act as a senior commercial partner to the CEO and the wider leadership team. The Role Reporting to the CEO and working alongside the executive team, the Finance Director will lead the finance function end to end, own strategic financial planning, and act as the CEO's principal partner on commercial, operational and investment decisions. The role blends strong technical and reporting ownership with a genuinely strategic remit, and offers the opportunity to lead the finance function of a well-capitalised, purpose-led group. Key Responsibilities Lead the finance function end to end and act as principal finance partner to the CEO and Board Own strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and long-range modelling Own the group management accounts, statutory reporting and annual audit Partner with the CEO and operational leadership on commercial and investment decisions across the portfolio Own treasury, cash management and capital planning across the estate Lead on financial due diligence and evaluation of investment, refurbishment and estate decisions Strengthen financial controls, systems, policies and process across the group Provide clear and confident financial reporting into the Board and its committees Line-manage, develop and grow the finance team What we are looking for Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a strong technical foundation Prior experience leading a finance function in a multi-site, operationally-led environment Track record of partnering with a CEO and executive team at Finance Director level Prior exposure to care, healthcare, hospitality, real estate-backed operating businesses or a charitable group is preferred Strong strategic and commercial mindset alongside genuine reporting and controls ownership Confident, considered communicator, comfortable presenting to a Board Practical, hands-on leader with a real interest in the operational side of the business
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Harper May is partnering with a long-established, multi-site care and residential services business with its head office in central London. The organisation operates a portfolio of high-quality residential settings across the UK, backed by charitable ownership and a strong balance sheet, and has invested consistently in its estate, its people, and the quality of care delivered. As the group continues to invest in the estate and refresh the operating model, a Finance Director is being appointed to lead the finance function and act as a senior commercial partner to the CEO and the wider leadership team. The Role Reporting to the CEO and working alongside the executive team, the Finance Director will lead the finance function end to end, own strategic financial planning, and act as the CEO's principal partner on commercial, operational and investment decisions. The role blends strong technical and reporting ownership with a genuinely strategic remit, and offers the opportunity to lead the finance function of a well-capitalised, purpose-led group. Key Responsibilities Lead the finance function end to end and act as principal finance partner to the CEO and Board Own strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and long-range modelling Own the group management accounts, statutory reporting and annual audit Partner with the CEO and operational leadership on commercial and investment decisions across the portfolio Own treasury, cash management and capital planning across the estate Lead on financial due diligence and evaluation of investment, refurbishment and estate decisions Strengthen financial controls, systems, policies and process across the group Provide clear and confident financial reporting into the Board and its committees Line-manage, develop and grow the finance team What we are looking for Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a strong technical foundation Prior experience leading a finance function in a multi-site, operationally-led environment Track record of partnering with a CEO and executive team at Finance Director level Prior exposure to care, healthcare, hospitality, real estate-backed operating businesses or a charitable group is preferred Strong strategic and commercial mindset alongside genuine reporting and controls ownership Confident, considered communicator, comfortable presenting to a Board Practical, hands-on leader with a real interest in the operational side of the business
Personnel Selection Recruitment are delighted to be assisting with the recruitment of a Sous Chef for a prestigious client at a beautiful, historic hotel and restaurant venue in West Sussex. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and passionate Sous Chef to join a well-established kitchen team within a characterful venue known for its welcoming atmosphere, elegant dining spaces and high-quality food offering. The setting combines heritage, charm and hospitality, making it a truly special place to work. If you are a motivated Sous Chef looking for your next permanent role in a stunning hospitality setting, we would love to hear from you. THE ROLE: Work under the guidance of the Executive Head Chef, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen. Help lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team. Prepare and deliver high-quality dishes across restaurant, private dining and event service. Maintain excellent standards of food presentation, consistency and kitchen organisation. Assist with ordering, stock control, GP awareness and waste management. Ensure food hygiene, health and safety standards are upheld at all times. SKILLS REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED: You will already have experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef within a quality hotel, restaurant, pub or events environment. You will be confident, hands-on and calm under pressure. You will take pride in great food, strong service and a clean, organised kitchen. You will enjoy being part of a friendly team where standards matter and everyone supports one another. WHAT'S ON OFFER: £35,000 per annum. 48-hour working week. Share of GP bonus and tips. Live-in accommodation available. Working in a stunning historical venue. Free parking. Permanent position with a respected and prestigious hospitality client. EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL SHIFT PATTERNS: 7am 3pm 2pm 10pm 12pm 10pm 9am 2.30pm, then 5.30pm 10pm Please submit your latest CV to us today fr consideration. Thank you
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Personnel Selection Recruitment are delighted to be assisting with the recruitment of a Sous Chef for a prestigious client at a beautiful, historic hotel and restaurant venue in West Sussex. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and passionate Sous Chef to join a well-established kitchen team within a characterful venue known for its welcoming atmosphere, elegant dining spaces and high-quality food offering. The setting combines heritage, charm and hospitality, making it a truly special place to work. If you are a motivated Sous Chef looking for your next permanent role in a stunning hospitality setting, we would love to hear from you. THE ROLE: Work under the guidance of the Executive Head Chef, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen. Help lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team. Prepare and deliver high-quality dishes across restaurant, private dining and event service. Maintain excellent standards of food presentation, consistency and kitchen organisation. Assist with ordering, stock control, GP awareness and waste management. Ensure food hygiene, health and safety standards are upheld at all times. SKILLS REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED: You will already have experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef within a quality hotel, restaurant, pub or events environment. You will be confident, hands-on and calm under pressure. You will take pride in great food, strong service and a clean, organised kitchen. You will enjoy being part of a friendly team where standards matter and everyone supports one another. WHAT'S ON OFFER: £35,000 per annum. 48-hour working week. Share of GP bonus and tips. Live-in accommodation available. Working in a stunning historical venue. Free parking. Permanent position with a respected and prestigious hospitality client. EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL SHIFT PATTERNS: 7am 3pm 2pm 10pm 12pm 10pm 9am 2.30pm, then 5.30pm 10pm Please submit your latest CV to us today fr consideration. Thank you
Job Title: Head of Finance Charity & Not-for-Profit Salary: £55,000+ DOE Contract: Permanent, Full-time Location: Warwickshire, Hybrid / Flexible Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer, with a seat on the Senior Management Team The Opportunity This is a rare chance to take the next step into your first Senior Management Team seat leading the finance function of a long-established, internationally-connected membership charity, with genuine authority over financial controls, statutory compliance, and strategic decision-making at board level. You'll be the organisation's principal finance authority, responsible for safeguarding fiduciary and statutory compliance (Charity SORP FRS 102, Companies Act, Charities Act, HMRC, Gift Aid and VAT), while acting as a strategic partner to the CEO, Deputy CEO and Board. This is a genuine seat at the top table, not a finance function buried beneath operations you'll retain final authority on financial controls, compliance and professional judgement, and your insight will shape decisions at the very top of the organisation. If you're currently a Finance Manager, Deputy Head of Finance, or Senior Finance Manager in the charity sector looking for your first seat on a Senior Management Team or a Head of Finance at a smaller charity ready for a bigger, more complex remit this is that step up. What You'll Be Doing Leading financial strategy, budgeting, planning and cash-flow management across a complex, multi-entity charity Owning the financial control framework, accounting policies and statutory compliance and delivering clean, on-time audits Producing clear, board-ready reporting and translating the numbers into insight for SMT, trustees and committees Leading and developing the finance team, and championing business partnering across the organisation Owning the finance systems roadmap and leading the financial elements of the corporate risk register Partnering with the CEO and Deputy CEO on financial sustainability, risk and strategic decisions About You Essential: Qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA or equivalent) Significant finance leadership experience in a charity or not-for-profit setting, including line management of a finance team Strong charity SORP (FRS 102), statutory reporting, audit and compliance background, including HMRC, Gift Aid and VAT Experience advising boards, trustees or senior governance bodies or working closely with them A proven team leader, comfortable operating within trustee-led governance structures Helpful too: Experience of a membership organisation, group / multi-entity structure or complex income model Exposure to finance systems development or transformation Prior experience operating at SMT or board-reporting level What's on Offer £55,000+ depending on experience, with flexibility for the right candidate Flexible, hybrid working this is a team-leadership role, so not fully remote, but we'll agree a pattern that works for you Professional development training Wellbeing & security: a strong pension scheme, critical illness cover, and confidential counselling / employee support A cause worth getting behind: you'd be joining a values-driven charity whose volunteers deliver community and humanitarian impact at home and around the world Interested? Apply today, or for a confidential conversation about the role, contact the team at (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We work on a quality-led, targeted basis, so we'd genuinely welcome a chat before you apply. Arden Personnel Arden Personnel is a friendly, independent recruitment agency working across Worcestershire, Warwickshire and the wider Midlands from Redditch and Alcester to Evesham, Stratford-upon-Avon and beyond. We focus on getting the fit right for candidates and clients alike. Redditch (phone number removed) Alcester (phone number removed) (url removed) Arden Personnel is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified people
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Head of Finance Charity & Not-for-Profit Salary: £55,000+ DOE Contract: Permanent, Full-time Location: Warwickshire, Hybrid / Flexible Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer, with a seat on the Senior Management Team The Opportunity This is a rare chance to take the next step into your first Senior Management Team seat leading the finance function of a long-established, internationally-connected membership charity, with genuine authority over financial controls, statutory compliance, and strategic decision-making at board level. You'll be the organisation's principal finance authority, responsible for safeguarding fiduciary and statutory compliance (Charity SORP FRS 102, Companies Act, Charities Act, HMRC, Gift Aid and VAT), while acting as a strategic partner to the CEO, Deputy CEO and Board. This is a genuine seat at the top table, not a finance function buried beneath operations you'll retain final authority on financial controls, compliance and professional judgement, and your insight will shape decisions at the very top of the organisation. If you're currently a Finance Manager, Deputy Head of Finance, or Senior Finance Manager in the charity sector looking for your first seat on a Senior Management Team or a Head of Finance at a smaller charity ready for a bigger, more complex remit this is that step up. What You'll Be Doing Leading financial strategy, budgeting, planning and cash-flow management across a complex, multi-entity charity Owning the financial control framework, accounting policies and statutory compliance and delivering clean, on-time audits Producing clear, board-ready reporting and translating the numbers into insight for SMT, trustees and committees Leading and developing the finance team, and championing business partnering across the organisation Owning the finance systems roadmap and leading the financial elements of the corporate risk register Partnering with the CEO and Deputy CEO on financial sustainability, risk and strategic decisions About You Essential: Qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA or equivalent) Significant finance leadership experience in a charity or not-for-profit setting, including line management of a finance team Strong charity SORP (FRS 102), statutory reporting, audit and compliance background, including HMRC, Gift Aid and VAT Experience advising boards, trustees or senior governance bodies or working closely with them A proven team leader, comfortable operating within trustee-led governance structures Helpful too: Experience of a membership organisation, group / multi-entity structure or complex income model Exposure to finance systems development or transformation Prior experience operating at SMT or board-reporting level What's on Offer £55,000+ depending on experience, with flexibility for the right candidate Flexible, hybrid working this is a team-leadership role, so not fully remote, but we'll agree a pattern that works for you Professional development training Wellbeing & security: a strong pension scheme, critical illness cover, and confidential counselling / employee support A cause worth getting behind: you'd be joining a values-driven charity whose volunteers deliver community and humanitarian impact at home and around the world Interested? Apply today, or for a confidential conversation about the role, contact the team at (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We work on a quality-led, targeted basis, so we'd genuinely welcome a chat before you apply. Arden Personnel Arden Personnel is a friendly, independent recruitment agency working across Worcestershire, Warwickshire and the wider Midlands from Redditch and Alcester to Evesham, Stratford-upon-Avon and beyond. We focus on getting the fit right for candidates and clients alike. Redditch (phone number removed) Alcester (phone number removed) (url removed) Arden Personnel is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified people
Are you an experienced Software Developer (Android), who is looking to work in a fast paced, global, market leading company? Here at Innovative Technology, we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Software Developer (Android) to join our site-based Software team at our global head office in Oldham, Greater Manchester. The Software Developer (Android) role overview: In this role you will be responsible for developing high-quality Android applications, supporting existing products, and ensuring that our apps meet the required standards for successful publication and ongoing compliance with Google Mobile Services (GMS) and Google Play policies. Responsibilities of our Software Developer (Android): Design, develop, test and maintain Android applications Build robust, scalable and user-friendly mobile features Work with Android SDK, Kotlin and/or Java, Android Studio, Gradle, and modern Android development practices Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders across the business Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical planning Support continuous improvement of code quality, performance, security and maintainability Manage app releases through the Google Play Console Ensure applications meet Google Play Store submission requirements, including app signing, target API levels, privacy declarations, permissions, store listings and release policies Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to app publishing, rejected submissions, policy warnings, crash reports and production releases Maintain awareness of GMS requirements, Play Integrity, Google APIs, Firebase services and Android compatibility standards Essential Skills & Experience: Minimum 3 years commercial Android development experience Experience with Kotlin and/or Java Hands-on experience publishing and maintaining apps on the Google Play Store Strong debugging, problem-solving and communication skills Your Package & Perks: A competitive salary Flexible working hours 32 days holiday, (including public Holidays) plus the opportunity to earn up to an extra 13 days holiday each year Enhanced Pension Contribution Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave & pay Healthcare Insurance (including dental) Wellbeing support Life Insurance Income Protection Insurance Educational Sponsorship Electric Car Scheme Onsite electric car charging points Free secure parking Cycle to Work Scheme Informal dress code Paid breaks, with free premium hot drinks We re Innovative Trading for over 30 years here at Innovative Technology, where we now have offices on five continents and employ around 400 people, with over 170 based from our state-of-the-art R&D hub. From self-service checkouts to arcade machines, we provide our retail, banking, kiosk, vending, gaming and amusement customers with products and services that help them securely accept automated payments, with our industry-leading technology keeping us at the forefront of our sector. We also provide facial analysis technology for age estimation and control access for some of the world s leading companies. By being true to our values of Innovation, Collaboration, Respect and Drive we ve seen significant growth and won numerous domestic and international awards, whilst offering outstanding career opportunities and great benefits. You ll find us on the edge of the Pennines and less than half an hour from central Manchester, with modern offices, free parking and excellent transport links. We are a disability-confident employer, as such we will shortlist all candidates meeting our minimum criteria (as specified in the job description) who state they have a disability within their application. What s next? If you re an experienced Software Developer (Android) and want to join our award-winning team working on the latest cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you. A better way Through our people, drive and commitment we push boundaries to deliver innovative products and services. This is a two-part interview process, starting with a brief telephone screening followed by a formal site-based interview.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Software Developer (Android), who is looking to work in a fast paced, global, market leading company? Here at Innovative Technology, we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Software Developer (Android) to join our site-based Software team at our global head office in Oldham, Greater Manchester. The Software Developer (Android) role overview: In this role you will be responsible for developing high-quality Android applications, supporting existing products, and ensuring that our apps meet the required standards for successful publication and ongoing compliance with Google Mobile Services (GMS) and Google Play policies. Responsibilities of our Software Developer (Android): Design, develop, test and maintain Android applications Build robust, scalable and user-friendly mobile features Work with Android SDK, Kotlin and/or Java, Android Studio, Gradle, and modern Android development practices Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders across the business Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical planning Support continuous improvement of code quality, performance, security and maintainability Manage app releases through the Google Play Console Ensure applications meet Google Play Store submission requirements, including app signing, target API levels, privacy declarations, permissions, store listings and release policies Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to app publishing, rejected submissions, policy warnings, crash reports and production releases Maintain awareness of GMS requirements, Play Integrity, Google APIs, Firebase services and Android compatibility standards Essential Skills & Experience: Minimum 3 years commercial Android development experience Experience with Kotlin and/or Java Hands-on experience publishing and maintaining apps on the Google Play Store Strong debugging, problem-solving and communication skills Your Package & Perks: A competitive salary Flexible working hours 32 days holiday, (including public Holidays) plus the opportunity to earn up to an extra 13 days holiday each year Enhanced Pension Contribution Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave & pay Healthcare Insurance (including dental) Wellbeing support Life Insurance Income Protection Insurance Educational Sponsorship Electric Car Scheme Onsite electric car charging points Free secure parking Cycle to Work Scheme Informal dress code Paid breaks, with free premium hot drinks We re Innovative Trading for over 30 years here at Innovative Technology, where we now have offices on five continents and employ around 400 people, with over 170 based from our state-of-the-art R&D hub. From self-service checkouts to arcade machines, we provide our retail, banking, kiosk, vending, gaming and amusement customers with products and services that help them securely accept automated payments, with our industry-leading technology keeping us at the forefront of our sector. We also provide facial analysis technology for age estimation and control access for some of the world s leading companies. By being true to our values of Innovation, Collaboration, Respect and Drive we ve seen significant growth and won numerous domestic and international awards, whilst offering outstanding career opportunities and great benefits. You ll find us on the edge of the Pennines and less than half an hour from central Manchester, with modern offices, free parking and excellent transport links. We are a disability-confident employer, as such we will shortlist all candidates meeting our minimum criteria (as specified in the job description) who state they have a disability within their application. What s next? If you re an experienced Software Developer (Android) and want to join our award-winning team working on the latest cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you. A better way Through our people, drive and commitment we push boundaries to deliver innovative products and services. This is a two-part interview process, starting with a brief telephone screening followed by a formal site-based interview.
Service Delivery Manager Location: Ringwood, Hampshire + Hybrid home working (non-contractual) Salary: £50,000 £55,000 + Benefits + Company Profit Share Hours: 37.5 hours per week The Role As a key member of the management team and joint head of the Support Department, you will provide strong leadership, coaching, and direction to develop a high-performing team capable of delivering outstanding customer service. You will play a pivotal role in shaping service delivery strategy, strengthening client relationships, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring our services remain efficient, reliable, and aligned to both customer expectations and business objectives. As Service Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and performance of our Service Desk function, overseeing 1st Line, 2nd Line, and Service Management teams. You will ensure service excellence by driving the achievement of contractual KPIs, managing customer escalations, producing insightful service reporting, and maintaining high standards of operational performance across the support function. Duties Include: Ensure contractual KPIs, SLAs and compliance targets are consistently achieved. Build strong working relationships with Heads of Department to support business objectives and service delivery. Develop and deliver the Service Management Plan in line with organisational goals. Drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and service excellence. Manage resources effectively to deliver high-quality services within budget. Maintain and oversee key elements of the Service Management System (SMS). Maintain and develop the service catalogue to meet customer requirements. Identify service trends, risks and opportunities for improvement through data analysis. Lead major incident response and recovery activities. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards and internal processes. Gather and act on customer feedback to enhance service quality. Monitor, review and improve service management processes and performance. Skills and Experience: Proven leadership experience within an IT Service Delivery or Managed Services environment. Strong knowledge of service management frameworks and best practices, including ITIL. Experience working with ISO / IEC 20000 service management standards. Excellent people management, coaching and team development skills. Experience of working within a Managed Service Provider. Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities. Experience managing KPIs, SLAs and service performance reporting. Ability to analyse data and drive continual service improvements. Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. Experience managing major incidents and customer escalations. Excellent organisational, communication and planning skills. Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and resources. A proactive, customer-focused approach with a commitment to service excellence. The role is subject to a standard clear DBS being received. The Package: Company Profit Share (first £3,600 is tax free) 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service Birthday as additional paid leave Additional paid leave (dependent on company performance) Company sick pay policy Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance including dental Free Parking Hybrid Working Progression opportunities Fresh fruit, the occasional pizza and a posh coffee machine! Trusted Technology Partnership Trusted Technology Partnership has been a specialist IT Infrastructure and Support Services provider for over 25 years. We are an Employee Ownership Trust. We are proud winners of Best Place to Work award and overall winner of the Ringwood Business Awards 2024. Our core services include support desk, on-site engineering, project management and delivery, storage and logistics, software development and technical consultancy. We encourage progression within Trusted Technology Partnership for our colleagues, offering opportunities in other teams and departments. Join our friendly company, where a great team and a positive culture await you.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Service Delivery Manager Location: Ringwood, Hampshire + Hybrid home working (non-contractual) Salary: £50,000 £55,000 + Benefits + Company Profit Share Hours: 37.5 hours per week The Role As a key member of the management team and joint head of the Support Department, you will provide strong leadership, coaching, and direction to develop a high-performing team capable of delivering outstanding customer service. You will play a pivotal role in shaping service delivery strategy, strengthening client relationships, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring our services remain efficient, reliable, and aligned to both customer expectations and business objectives. As Service Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and performance of our Service Desk function, overseeing 1st Line, 2nd Line, and Service Management teams. You will ensure service excellence by driving the achievement of contractual KPIs, managing customer escalations, producing insightful service reporting, and maintaining high standards of operational performance across the support function. Duties Include: Ensure contractual KPIs, SLAs and compliance targets are consistently achieved. Build strong working relationships with Heads of Department to support business objectives and service delivery. Develop and deliver the Service Management Plan in line with organisational goals. Drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and service excellence. Manage resources effectively to deliver high-quality services within budget. Maintain and oversee key elements of the Service Management System (SMS). Maintain and develop the service catalogue to meet customer requirements. Identify service trends, risks and opportunities for improvement through data analysis. Lead major incident response and recovery activities. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards and internal processes. Gather and act on customer feedback to enhance service quality. Monitor, review and improve service management processes and performance. Skills and Experience: Proven leadership experience within an IT Service Delivery or Managed Services environment. Strong knowledge of service management frameworks and best practices, including ITIL. Experience working with ISO / IEC 20000 service management standards. Excellent people management, coaching and team development skills. Experience of working within a Managed Service Provider. Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities. Experience managing KPIs, SLAs and service performance reporting. Ability to analyse data and drive continual service improvements. Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. Experience managing major incidents and customer escalations. Excellent organisational, communication and planning skills. Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and resources. A proactive, customer-focused approach with a commitment to service excellence. The role is subject to a standard clear DBS being received. The Package: Company Profit Share (first £3,600 is tax free) 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service Birthday as additional paid leave Additional paid leave (dependent on company performance) Company sick pay policy Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance including dental Free Parking Hybrid Working Progression opportunities Fresh fruit, the occasional pizza and a posh coffee machine! Trusted Technology Partnership Trusted Technology Partnership has been a specialist IT Infrastructure and Support Services provider for over 25 years. We are an Employee Ownership Trust. We are proud winners of Best Place to Work award and overall winner of the Ringwood Business Awards 2024. Our core services include support desk, on-site engineering, project management and delivery, storage and logistics, software development and technical consultancy. We encourage progression within Trusted Technology Partnership for our colleagues, offering opportunities in other teams and departments. Join our friendly company, where a great team and a positive culture await you.
Red Snapper Recruitment Limited
Stanley, County Durham
RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety and enterprise security skills and experience. ICT Service Operations Manager Location: Gosforth OR Stanley (Hybrid Working) Salary: 62,546 per annum Contract: Permanent, Full Time (37 hours per week) Gosforth OR Stanley (Hybrid Working as standard 3-4 days in office - must be flexible to work in the office 5 days per week if needed) Lead the Future of ICT Service Delivery Are you an experienced ICT leader with a passion for delivering high-performing, secure, and customer-focused technology services? We're looking for an ICT Service Operations Manager to lead a talented technical team responsible for delivering exceptional ICT services across a complex organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping digital services, driving operational excellence, and supporting major technology transformation programmes. If you're an experienced leader with expertise across service operations, cloud infrastructure, cyber security, and IT service management, we'd love to hear from you. The Role Reporting to the Head of ICT & Digital Services, you'll provide strategic and operational leadership across Service Desk, Infrastructure, Cloud Services, End User Computing, and Cyber Security. You'll lead multidisciplinary technical teams, ensuring services remain secure, reliable, resilient, and continuously improving while supporting both day-to-day operations and future digital transformation initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead Service Desk, Infrastructure, Cloud, End User Computing and Cyber Security teams. Drive the delivery of high-quality ICT services across 1st, 2nd and 3rd line support. Embed ITIL best practice across Incident, Problem, Change and Continual Service Improvement. Manage cloud infrastructure, cyber security platforms and operational technology services. Lead and mentor technical managers and develop high-performing teams. Work closely with development teams to improve service transition and operational readiness. Make key technical and operational decisions to support successful project delivery. Manage third-party suppliers and service providers to achieve agreed service levels. Develop and monitor SLAs, KPIs and service reporting for senior leadership. Support business continuity, disaster recovery planning and operational resilience. Contribute to ICT strategy, digital transformation and continuous improvement initiatives. About You You'll be an experienced ICT operations leader who enjoys building strong teams and delivering excellent customer-focused services. Essential Experience Significant experience managing ICT Service Operations within a complex environment. Proven leadership of Service Desk, Infrastructure, Cloud and Security teams. Strong experience managing Microsoft Azure cloud environments and enterprise infrastructure. Excellentoperationalcyber security knowledge including: Security monitoring Incident response Vulnerability management Endpoint protection Experience managing enterprise networking, end user computing and modern workplace technologies. Strong supplier and contract management experience. Experience delivering ITIL-based service management and continual service improvement. Experience developing service reporting, KPIs and operational performance frameworks. Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams through change and transformation. Qualifications Relevant ICT qualification or equivalent professional experience. ITIL v4 Foundation (minimum requirement). Higher-level ITIL certifications are desirable. Full UK driving licence (desirable). What You'll Bring You'll be someone who can: Inspire and develop high-performing technical teams. Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation. Think strategically while remaining operationally focused. Balance service delivery, security and innovation. Analyse complex technical and business information to make informed decisions. Champion continuous improvement and modern ways of working. Communicate confidently with both technical and non-technical audiences. What's on Offer? In addition to a competitive salary, you'll benefit from: 62,546 annual salary 26 days annual leave, increasing to 31 days with service Birthday leave Occupational pension scheme Health cash plan Flexible benefits package Funding for professional qualifications, conferences and learning opportunities Opportunity to play a leading role in an ambitious digital transformation programme Regular office attendance and travel between regional sites will be required, so applicants should live within reasonable commuting distance. Apply Today If you're an experienced ICT leader looking for your next challenge and want to shape the future of technology services within a forward-thinking organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered. Closing Date: 26 July 2026 Please note: Applications may close early if sufficient high-quality applications are received. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, your application has been unsuccessful. If this role is not for you but you do know somebody who would be interested, please feel free to refer them to us! We have a "Refer A Friend" bonus scheme and we will reward you retail vouchers for any referrals who are not already known to us and are successfully placed! Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group. The Red Snapper Group acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety and enterprise security skills and experience. ICT Service Operations Manager Location: Gosforth OR Stanley (Hybrid Working) Salary: 62,546 per annum Contract: Permanent, Full Time (37 hours per week) Gosforth OR Stanley (Hybrid Working as standard 3-4 days in office - must be flexible to work in the office 5 days per week if needed) Lead the Future of ICT Service Delivery Are you an experienced ICT leader with a passion for delivering high-performing, secure, and customer-focused technology services? We're looking for an ICT Service Operations Manager to lead a talented technical team responsible for delivering exceptional ICT services across a complex organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping digital services, driving operational excellence, and supporting major technology transformation programmes. If you're an experienced leader with expertise across service operations, cloud infrastructure, cyber security, and IT service management, we'd love to hear from you. The Role Reporting to the Head of ICT & Digital Services, you'll provide strategic and operational leadership across Service Desk, Infrastructure, Cloud Services, End User Computing, and Cyber Security. You'll lead multidisciplinary technical teams, ensuring services remain secure, reliable, resilient, and continuously improving while supporting both day-to-day operations and future digital transformation initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead Service Desk, Infrastructure, Cloud, End User Computing and Cyber Security teams. Drive the delivery of high-quality ICT services across 1st, 2nd and 3rd line support. Embed ITIL best practice across Incident, Problem, Change and Continual Service Improvement. Manage cloud infrastructure, cyber security platforms and operational technology services. Lead and mentor technical managers and develop high-performing teams. Work closely with development teams to improve service transition and operational readiness. Make key technical and operational decisions to support successful project delivery. Manage third-party suppliers and service providers to achieve agreed service levels. Develop and monitor SLAs, KPIs and service reporting for senior leadership. Support business continuity, disaster recovery planning and operational resilience. Contribute to ICT strategy, digital transformation and continuous improvement initiatives. About You You'll be an experienced ICT operations leader who enjoys building strong teams and delivering excellent customer-focused services. Essential Experience Significant experience managing ICT Service Operations within a complex environment. Proven leadership of Service Desk, Infrastructure, Cloud and Security teams. Strong experience managing Microsoft Azure cloud environments and enterprise infrastructure. Excellentoperationalcyber security knowledge including: Security monitoring Incident response Vulnerability management Endpoint protection Experience managing enterprise networking, end user computing and modern workplace technologies. Strong supplier and contract management experience. Experience delivering ITIL-based service management and continual service improvement. Experience developing service reporting, KPIs and operational performance frameworks. Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams through change and transformation. Qualifications Relevant ICT qualification or equivalent professional experience. ITIL v4 Foundation (minimum requirement). Higher-level ITIL certifications are desirable. Full UK driving licence (desirable). What You'll Bring You'll be someone who can: Inspire and develop high-performing technical teams. Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation. Think strategically while remaining operationally focused. Balance service delivery, security and innovation. Analyse complex technical and business information to make informed decisions. Champion continuous improvement and modern ways of working. Communicate confidently with both technical and non-technical audiences. What's on Offer? In addition to a competitive salary, you'll benefit from: 62,546 annual salary 26 days annual leave, increasing to 31 days with service Birthday leave Occupational pension scheme Health cash plan Flexible benefits package Funding for professional qualifications, conferences and learning opportunities Opportunity to play a leading role in an ambitious digital transformation programme Regular office attendance and travel between regional sites will be required, so applicants should live within reasonable commuting distance. Apply Today If you're an experienced ICT leader looking for your next challenge and want to shape the future of technology services within a forward-thinking organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered. Closing Date: 26 July 2026 Please note: Applications may close early if sufficient high-quality applications are received. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, your application has been unsuccessful. If this role is not for you but you do know somebody who would be interested, please feel free to refer them to us! We have a "Refer A Friend" bonus scheme and we will reward you retail vouchers for any referrals who are not already known to us and are successfully placed! Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group. The Red Snapper Group acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.
Head of Production Food Manufacturing Romford Salary 70,000 - 75,000 Are you an experienced Head of Production or an aspiring operations manager looking to take the next step in your career? I'm currently working with a fantastic business who have been on an impressive journey so far and is looking to bring on a Head of Production to help ensure they maintain their current trajectory. This will be a very hands-on role with a key element of driving operational performances and ensuring best practices are adhered to across a 24/7 production schedule. About the company: We've partnered with a fantastic brand who are leading the way within their category, having gone through great year-on-year growth. This business is demonstrating their hunger for growth through significant investment into both the team and business as they have decided to bring on a Head of Production to help bring their short to medium term plans to fruition. This is a senior leadership role with significant influence, strategic scope and the opportunity to shape the future of the Manufacturing team of a rapidly growing business; however, it is very much a hands-on role until the business reaches its ambitious goals. Key responsibilities include: Delivering sustained improvements in output, efficiency, and downtime reduction Leading CAPEX projects, from justification through to delivery and benefit realisation Increasing utilisation to consistently achieve higher weekly production volumes Modernising ways of working while operating within a legacy footprint Driving a people-centric culture, improving engagement, capability, and retention Holding the management team accountable for performance and behaviours Leading cultural change in a site with a mix of long-serving and newer colleagues Ensuring food safety, quality, environmental, and sustainability standards are upheld About You: Senior leadership experience within food or FMCG manufacturing, ideally in added value food environments (e.g. bakery, ready meals, protein, extrusion) Exposure to high-volume, high-complexity sites Strong CAPEX and change leadership experience A practical, people-focused leadership style, such as being visible, honest, and accountable A track record of developing teams, nurturing cultures and implementing succession planning across the site Ability to lead the establishment of best practices and lean methods in manufacturing processes If this sounds like the right role for you, then reach out to me at (url removed) or click below to apply
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Head of Production Food Manufacturing Romford Salary 70,000 - 75,000 Are you an experienced Head of Production or an aspiring operations manager looking to take the next step in your career? I'm currently working with a fantastic business who have been on an impressive journey so far and is looking to bring on a Head of Production to help ensure they maintain their current trajectory. This will be a very hands-on role with a key element of driving operational performances and ensuring best practices are adhered to across a 24/7 production schedule. About the company: We've partnered with a fantastic brand who are leading the way within their category, having gone through great year-on-year growth. This business is demonstrating their hunger for growth through significant investment into both the team and business as they have decided to bring on a Head of Production to help bring their short to medium term plans to fruition. This is a senior leadership role with significant influence, strategic scope and the opportunity to shape the future of the Manufacturing team of a rapidly growing business; however, it is very much a hands-on role until the business reaches its ambitious goals. Key responsibilities include: Delivering sustained improvements in output, efficiency, and downtime reduction Leading CAPEX projects, from justification through to delivery and benefit realisation Increasing utilisation to consistently achieve higher weekly production volumes Modernising ways of working while operating within a legacy footprint Driving a people-centric culture, improving engagement, capability, and retention Holding the management team accountable for performance and behaviours Leading cultural change in a site with a mix of long-serving and newer colleagues Ensuring food safety, quality, environmental, and sustainability standards are upheld About You: Senior leadership experience within food or FMCG manufacturing, ideally in added value food environments (e.g. bakery, ready meals, protein, extrusion) Exposure to high-volume, high-complexity sites Strong CAPEX and change leadership experience A practical, people-focused leadership style, such as being visible, honest, and accountable A track record of developing teams, nurturing cultures and implementing succession planning across the site Ability to lead the establishment of best practices and lean methods in manufacturing processes If this sounds like the right role for you, then reach out to me at (url removed) or click below to apply
SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a market leader in the domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are a respected, established, and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a worldwide impact in the marine sector by leading the next generation of Maritime Domain Awareness technologies "MDA", products, and systems that significantly enhance security, safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Our customers are global and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high-quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and constantly seek to innovate in order to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work, where talented, hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the marine industry. Role overview of our Senior Software Tester As a Senior Software Tester you will work on the continued build of our Marine Domain Awareness (MDA) platform which is used to create an operational picture of maritime activity. Our system ingests large volumes of streaming data including satellite and terrestrial, along with other sensor sources. These data streams are processed through an event-driven architecture, where messages are ingested via RabbitMQ queues and handled by a suite of approximately 50 distributed services. In addition to asynchronous message processing, our services expose CRUD APIs used to manage and query maritime entities and system state. We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Tester who can help ensure the reliability, correctness, and performance of this complex system. The role of Senior Software Tester role is a hybrid working position based from our Cardiff office, you will be required to attend office 1 day per week as per the team's requirements. How We Work Sprint Work Development tickets move across the Jira board through the delivery workflow Tickets reaching the Test stage are assigned to a tester Testers validate functionality using a mix of automated and manual testing approaches QA Release Cycles Every six weeks, we conduct a dedicated two-week QA phase where: Testers pause normal sprint board work The focus shifts to release-wide regression testing Both manual and automated test suites are executed to validate the full platform Senior Software Tester - Responsibilities (not exhaustive): Test new features and improvements delivered during sprint cycles Design, implement, and maintain automated tests where appropriate Validate message-driven workflows across distributed services Test REST API endpoints supporting CRUD operations within the system Participate in release regression cycles and help validate production-ready builds Investigate issues, reproduce defects, and provide clear bug reports Work closely with developers and product teams to clarify requirements and ensure testability Become comfortable operating within the platform's technical environment, including: Investigating minor non-prod environment config issues Understanding data flows across services Senior Software Tester - Required Skills and Experience Strong experience as a software tester or QA engineer Experience testing complex distributed systems or backend platforms Familiarity with tools such as Postman (or similar API testing tools) Ability to understand system behaviour through logs, messages, and APIs Strong debugging and problem-solving skills Experience working within Agile / Scrum teams Familiarity with Jira or similar issue-tracking tools SRT Marine Systems plc are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Jul 30, 2026
Contractor
SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a market leader in the domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are a respected, established, and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a worldwide impact in the marine sector by leading the next generation of Maritime Domain Awareness technologies "MDA", products, and systems that significantly enhance security, safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Our customers are global and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high-quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and constantly seek to innovate in order to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work, where talented, hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the marine industry. Role overview of our Senior Software Tester As a Senior Software Tester you will work on the continued build of our Marine Domain Awareness (MDA) platform which is used to create an operational picture of maritime activity. Our system ingests large volumes of streaming data including satellite and terrestrial, along with other sensor sources. These data streams are processed through an event-driven architecture, where messages are ingested via RabbitMQ queues and handled by a suite of approximately 50 distributed services. In addition to asynchronous message processing, our services expose CRUD APIs used to manage and query maritime entities and system state. We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Tester who can help ensure the reliability, correctness, and performance of this complex system. The role of Senior Software Tester role is a hybrid working position based from our Cardiff office, you will be required to attend office 1 day per week as per the team's requirements. How We Work Sprint Work Development tickets move across the Jira board through the delivery workflow Tickets reaching the Test stage are assigned to a tester Testers validate functionality using a mix of automated and manual testing approaches QA Release Cycles Every six weeks, we conduct a dedicated two-week QA phase where: Testers pause normal sprint board work The focus shifts to release-wide regression testing Both manual and automated test suites are executed to validate the full platform Senior Software Tester - Responsibilities (not exhaustive): Test new features and improvements delivered during sprint cycles Design, implement, and maintain automated tests where appropriate Validate message-driven workflows across distributed services Test REST API endpoints supporting CRUD operations within the system Participate in release regression cycles and help validate production-ready builds Investigate issues, reproduce defects, and provide clear bug reports Work closely with developers and product teams to clarify requirements and ensure testability Become comfortable operating within the platform's technical environment, including: Investigating minor non-prod environment config issues Understanding data flows across services Senior Software Tester - Required Skills and Experience Strong experience as a software tester or QA engineer Experience testing complex distributed systems or backend platforms Familiarity with tools such as Postman (or similar API testing tools) Ability to understand system behaviour through logs, messages, and APIs Strong debugging and problem-solving skills Experience working within Agile / Scrum teams Familiarity with Jira or similar issue-tracking tools SRT Marine Systems plc are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
