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Are you looking for new challenges and personal growth within Coca-Cola Europacific Partners? Then we have a great opportunity for you! Do you have a personality with the power to influence and connect? Can you sustain the pace to keep on growing? Will you make an impact with your desire to win? Reliability Engineer - Edmonton Contract - Permanent Closing date - 12th August 2026 Edmonton Operations produce 50 million cases of drinks per year across their 7 manufacturing lines. The site can produce up to 142,000 litres of drink every hour consisting of BIB, PET and Glass bottling. As a site Edmonton is single source production in GB for both Bag In Box and Oasis. The site employees over 250 people across Manufacturing, QESH, Distribution and Engineering. For the right candidate there is excellent career opportunities, both within the Edmonton Plant and further afield across other GB and Pan-European locations within the CCEP network. What to expect Reporting into the Maintenance Manager, the Reliability Engineer is a pivotal Site role and in partnership with your Asset Care Planner (ACP) you need to analyse and improve the equipment performance. Working in close partnership with the Production Manager it is graded as a Band 100 (professional banding) to reflect the level of responsibility, flexibility of hours and approach, plus the commitment required to deliver a demanding role in a Factory that operates 24/7. Key to the role are a number of core elements which you will be expected to master :- The site currently operates its maintenance on 6 year life plans with modular and major overhauls. Your role with the ACP is the planning, scheduling and execution of these plans to ensure that line start up after overhaul, hits its targets for quality, safety and performance all within your budget (which you will have complete control of for your area). Reliability focuses on maintenance effectiveness and you will be expected to move the maintenance plans away from a check and inspect mentality to that of a measure and compare to a standard. To do this you will be expected to be able to organise maintenance improvement sessions using failure data, OEM's and line teams to help design the best possible maintenance for your assets in order of criticality and using best practice reliability tools and techniques Act as a Safety role model and ensure all Quality, Environment, Health and Safety standards are fulfilled by CCEP and contractors Manage the annual Maintenance & Repair budget. Lead coach and develop RCA's. Measure the effectiveness of the countermeasures to ensure no re-occurrence. Support the Engineering function on the development of investment projects and new initiatives. Lead, develop and coach the Technicians to ensure they maximise their individual and team performance. Manage the spare parts warehouse in an efficient way (high rotation, right safety stocks, handle write-offs, search of cheaper and reliable spares, etc) Support the PM with analysis of performances losses and asset care KPI's. Skills & Essentials Understand the difference between reliability and maintenance Can demonstrate the implementation of reliability tools and techniques Can demonstrate effective planning and organisational skills required for major and minor overhauls NVQ Level 3 Mechanical/Electrical qualifications or equivalent. Practical machinery maintenance within food processing environments with volatile demand Design asset care strategies Fluid with SAP PM and line information systems We are Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) - a dedicated team of 42,000 people, serving customers in 31 countries, who work together to make, move and sell some of the world's most loved drinks. We are a global business and one of the leading consumer goods companies in the world. We help our 2.1 million customers grow, and we are constantly investing in exciting new products, innovative technologies and fresh ideas. This helps us to delight the 600 million people who enjoy our drinks every day. From gender, age and ethnicity to sexual orientation and different abilities, we welcome people from all walks of life and empower unique perspectives. We recognise we've got some way to go, but we'll get there with the support of our people. It's them who drive our future growth. To find out more about what it's like to work at and our culture we would welcome you to speak to one of our employees on our live chat platform, just click here to speak to an insider We recognise some people prefer not to participate in alcohol related sales, interactions, or promotions. If that's true for you - please raise this with your talent acquisition contact who will advise you on whether this role includes activities related to our alcohol portfolio.

Strategic Product Solutions Specialist Remote (UK) Up to £85,000 NJR Recruitment is delighted to be working 'exclusively' with an innovative and rapidly growing financial technology organisation that is transforming the way financial advice is delivered. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Strategic Product Solutions Specialist to join a market-leading business at the forefront of financial planning technology. Working remotely from anywhere in the UK (preferably within commutable distance to London), you'll play a key role in supporting sales, product development, and client engagement across the UK and EMEA markets. This position would suit a Senior Paraplanner, Financial Planner or Financial Services professional with strong cashflow modelling knowledge , excellent technical expertise , and a passion for financial planning technology. The Role Working closely with Sales, Product and Client Success teams, you will become a trusted product expert, helping prospective and existing clients understand how the platform supports modern financial planning. You will also provide valuable market insight that influences future product development. Key responsibilities include: Delivering engaging product demonstrations and supporting client presentations. Participating in discovery meetings to understand adviser and business requirements. Assisting with solution design tailored to client needs. Managing and coordinating RFP and RFI responses across multiple internal teams. Gathering client feedback and translating it into meaningful product enhancements. Supporting product testing, validation and new feature rollouts. Monitoring developments across the UK financial planning market, FCA regulation and Consumer Duty. Representing the business at industry events and conferences as your expertise develops. Collaborating with Product, Sales and Development teams to drive continuous innovation. About You We're looking for someone with strong technical knowledge of UK financial planning and the ability to communicate complex concepts in a clear, engaging way. You'll ideally have: Experience within UK financial planning, wealth management, fintech or financial services. Strong knowledge of cashflow modelling, pensions, investments, ISAs and adviser workflows. A background as a Senior Paraplanner, Financial Adviser or similar technical financial planning role. Excellent presentation, communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Experience working across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. An interest in financial technology and product innovation. Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning (or working towards) would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on Offer? Salary up to £85,000 Fully remote working within the UK Opportunity to join a fast-growing global fintech business Work with cutting-edge financial planning technology Genuine career progression and professional development Collaborative, innovative and supportive culture Competitive benefits package If you're an experienced financial planning professional looking to combine your technical expertise with technology, product innovation and client engagement, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact NJR Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

At Pasquill, we're looking for an Operations Planner to join our Operations team in Redhill, helping to ensure our production runs efficiently, customer orders are delivered on time, and our manufacturing processes operate at their very best. This is a fantastic opportunity to become a key part of our site operations team, where you'll play a central role in coordinating production planning and scheduling. Working closely with our Production, Operations and Administration teams, you'll help keep our manufacturing process running smoothly while making a real impact on customer satisfaction. If you're organised, proactive and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. Pasquill is part of Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland and is one of the UK's leading manufacturers of engineered timber products. Supplying roof trusses, floor systems and spandrel panels to the housebuilding industry, Pasquill combines manufacturing expertise with innovative technology to deliver high-quality, sustainable building solutions across the UK. This role is based full-time at our Redhill site. What we're looking for: Previous experience in a production planning, scheduling or operations planning role within a manufacturing environment. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and manage changing production demands. Excellent communication skills and confidence working with multiple teams across production and administration. A proactive approach with strong attention to detail and the ability to solve problems quickly. Experience using production planning systems or manufacturing software; knowledge of MiTek or Autoeye/Randek would be advantageous. What you'll be doing: Coordinate daily production schedules to maximise manufacturing efficiency and ensure customer delivery commitments are achieved. Plan and schedule future manufacturing work using the Autoeye/Randek planning system while monitoring production flow. Liaise with Production, Administration and Operations teams to communicate schedule changes and resolve planning issues. Prepare and distribute production paperwork and daily manufacturing documentation to supervisors and team leaders. Monitor production progress and proactively adjust plans to maintain operational performance and on-time delivery. Are Pasquill and Saint-Gobain inclusive employers? Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of "Making the World a Better Home." We play a part in improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world. We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us. And what about flexibility? At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role. Whilst we can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting, we do promise to listen. If you match our criteria, we'll be in touch to discuss your experience and learn more about you as a person. We look forward to hearing from you!

Are you an experienced Manufacturing Planner with strong SAP and production planning experience? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced engineering environment where your planning expertise directly contributes to the successful delivery of cutting-edge defence programmes? We are currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Planner to join a leading defence engineering organisation based in Ampthill. Working within the Special Projects business area, you'll play a key role in developing and maintaining robust production plans that support the manufacture of hardware for innovative development programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of defence manufacturing, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure production schedules, materials and resources are aligned to programme requirements. The Role As a Manufacturing Planner, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining production plans that support manufacturing activities across a range of Special Projects programmes. Key responsibilities include: Developing and maintaining daily, weekly and fortnightly production plans to support manufacturing operations. Managing SAP demand planning activities from cradle to grave for development projects. Raising and managing production orders within SAP. Planning and managing material requirements across multiple programmes. Monitoring machine and labour capacity to ensure manufacturing requirements can be met. Supporting project teams by providing capacity forecasts and planning information during programme delivery and bid activities. Managing Lines of Balance (LOB) and Areas of Operation (AOL) across assigned projects. Working closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Production Operations and Team Leads to coordinate resource availability. Analysing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) to ensure production plans remain aligned with programme milestones. Identifying planning risks and implementing effective solutions to maintain delivery schedules. Collaborating with stakeholders across manufacturing, projects and supply chain functions to ensure successful programme execution. Essential Skills & Experience Strong knowledge and experience of SAP Production Planning and Material Control processes. Proven experience in production planning, capacity planning and resource management within a manufacturing environment. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs. Experience interpreting and managing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS). Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Ability to analyse data and proactively manage production planning risks. Experience working closely with manufacturing and production teams. Desirable Skills & Experience Experience managing subcontractor orders and external manufacturing suppliers. Working knowledge of Microsoft Project. Experience supporting development, prototype or low-volume/high-complexity manufacturing programmes. Knowledge of aerospace, defence or advanced engineering manufacturing environments. Understanding of Line of Balance (LOB) planning methodologies. Working Arrangements Based on-site in Ampthill, Bedfordshire. Flexible 4-day working week (Monday to Thursday). Working within a collaborative production planning team supporting complex defence programmes. Security Requirements BPSS clearance is required to commence employment. Candidates must be eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC).

Senior Administrator Facilities Management - 6 Month Contract Remote Working (Umbrella Pay) £20 per hour Summary The Senior Administrator is responsible for the strategic oversight, governance, and day-to-day management of maintenance backlogs across Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM), Reactive Maintenance, Corrective Works, and Billable Works activities. This role leads the Backlog Administrator function, ensuring backlog performance is monitored and backlog reduction initiatives are driven effectively. The Senior Administrator prioritises workloads, identifies risks and blockers, and ensures work progresses in line with contractual commitments and service level agreements. Acting as a key support function to Key Account Managers, the role provides operational insight, financial oversight, performance reporting, and administrative leadership to ensure successful contract delivery. Working closely with operational teams, contractors, planners, and client stakeholders, the Senior Administrator ensures maintenance work is planned, scheduled, financially governed, and tracked through to completion, maintaining robust audit trails and accurate contract records. The role includes line management or mentoring responsibilities for the Backlog Administrator, providing day-to-day guidance, workload review, escalation support for complex issues, and supporting training and performance management. Skills • Strong backlog management and recovery expertise across PPM, Reactive, Corrective, and Billable Works • Leadership and team supervision skills, including mentoring and line management • Ability to prioritise workloads aligned with contract objectives

Paraplanner We have an exciting opportunity for a Paraplanner to join one of the UKs leading wealth management and financial advisory firms, based in the Worthing area. Renowned for excellence, innovation, and a client-focused approach, our client has built a strong reputation for delivering outstanding financial solutions click apply for full job details

Assistant Town Planner Location: Reading, Berkshire Salary: Competitive + Benefits A leading independent planning and development consultancy is seeking an ambitious Assistant Town Planner to join its growing team in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career planner looking to develop their expertise across a diverse range of planning projects while working alongside experienced planning professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment. The Role As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support the delivery of planning advice and applications for a varied client base, including residential, commercial, mixed-use, and strategic development projects. Key responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals Undertaking planning policy research and site appraisals Preparing planning statements and supporting reports Liaising with local authorities, clients, consultants, and other stakeholders Monitoring planning applications and local plan developments Supporting senior team members in the delivery of complex planning projects About You The successful candidate will have: A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline Working towards, or an ambition to achieve, MRTPI status Previous planning experience gained through a consultancy, local authority, or relevant placement/internship Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent organisational and research abilities A proactive attitude and willingness to learn Full UK driving licence preferred but not essential What's on Offer Exposure to a broad range of high-profile planning projects Structured career development and mentoring from experienced planners Support towards RTPI accreditation Competitive salary and benefits package Flexible working arrangements A friendly and collaborative team environment This position offers an outstanding opportunity to build a successful career within a respected planning consultancy that continues to grow its presence across the South East. For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact us with your CV today.

Job Title: Senior Town Planner Associate Town Planner Location: Banbury Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly respected independent planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Planner or Associate Planner to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established and forward-thinking consultancy with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice across a diverse range of sectors, including residential, commercial, mixed-use, strategic land, and rural development projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing planning applications and appeals, providing strategic planning advice to a broad client base, and contributing to the continued growth of the business. The role offers genuine opportunities for career progression, a collaborative working environment, and exposure to a varied and interesting project portfolio. The Role: Managing a wide range of planning applications, appeals, and development proposals. Providing strategic planning advice to private and public sector clients. Preparing planning appraisals, reports, and supporting documentation. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, local authorities, and key stakeholders. Supporting business development initiatives and helping to identify new opportunities. Mentoring and supporting junior members of the planning team (Senior/Associate level). Requirements: MRTPI qualified or working towards chartered status. Previous experience within a planning consultancy or local authority environment. Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and planning policy. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to client management. For Associate level candidates, experience in business development and team leadership would be advantageous. What's on Offer: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. A friendly and supportive team culture. Genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development. Exposure to a broad and high-quality portfolio of projects across multiple sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planner looking to take the next step in their career with a well-established and highly regarded planning consultancy. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Planner | Gloucestershire 2-3 x per week | SC-Cleared | £500 - £600 a day Inside IR35 Pigment is a change and transformation consultancy. We partner with other consultancies, government departments, and private sector organisations to deliver deliver long-term and sustainable change across the public sector. Due to continued success across our Defence portfolio, we are expanding our Project Controls capability for our engineering and manufacturing programmes. As such, we are seeking a Planning Consultant to join our team, who will act as the technical authority and focus on the P6 planning and scheduling function across a complex manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities: Establish and enforce strict P6 schedule hygiene, maintaining robust logic networks. Collaborate with engineering and workshop leads to map complex technical dependencies, design-to-manufacturing transitions, and multi-stage assembly sequences into P6 activities. Conduct detailed schedule variance analysis against approved P6 baselines to track project velocity and performance trends. Required experience: Proven experience building and managing complex schedules within defence or advanced, high-value manufacturing sectors. Familiarity with schedule-related metrics for Earned Value Management (EVM) systems and defence procurement life cycles. Broad experience mapping baselines across defence - ideally within manufacturing environments such as submarines, ships, nuclear, air, or land. Due to project sensitivities, our consultant must have active and valid SC-Level Clearance. If you're a collaborative team player who enjoys working closely with others and you're passionate about ensuring transformation programmes deliver genuine value to the United Kingdom, we'd love to hear from you. Why Pigment? You'll work across high impact, complex programmes where your work matters. At Pigment, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do; we value people who can challenge and deliver, while working seamlessly across a blended delivery team. If you'd like to know more, please apply directly and one of our team will be in touch to discuss. RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Senior Town Planner Location: Kent Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a growing and highly regarded planning consultancy in the search for a Senior Town Planner to join its expanding team in Kent. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious planner who enjoys variety and is looking to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of projects. Working across residential and commercial development schemes, you'll have the chance to navigate the evolving landscape of Green Belt and Grey Belt policy while contributing to a range of high-profile planning projects. This role is ideally suited to someone who enjoys managing projects from inception through to determination, building strong relationships with clients and local authorities, and playing a key role within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment. The Role As a Senior Town Planner, you will lead smaller projects independently while contributing to larger and more complex schemes alongside experienced colleagues. You will be entrusted with managing client relationships, coordinating project teams, and delivering high-quality planning advice and outcomes. Key Responsibilities Managing planning projects from initial instruction through to planning decision, ensuring effective delivery of programmes, budgets and client expectations. Acting as a key member of multidisciplinary teams on medium and large-scale developments. Attending client meetings and maintaining strong working relationships. Liaising with local planning authorities and statutory consultees to facilitate successful outcomes. Preparing and reviewing planning applications, appeals and supporting documentation to a consistently high standard. Monitoring changes in planning legislation and policy, with particular focus on emerging Green Belt and Grey Belt guidance. Providing support and mentoring to junior team members, helping to foster professional development and strengthen team capability. Candidate Requirements The successful candidate will possess: A strong understanding of the UK planning system and experience working within or alongside local government. A minimum of three years' experience gained within a planning consultancy or local authority environment. MRTPI membership, or be actively working towards chartered status. Experience across residential and commercial development projects. Exposure to Green Belt and/or Grey Belt planning matters would be highly advantageous. A full UK driving licence and willingness to attend site visits and client meetings across the region. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients, stakeholders and local authorities. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment. Why Apply? This opportunity offers genuine project ownership, exposure to a varied and interesting workload, and the chance to develop your career within a supportive and collaborative consultancy environment. You will work alongside experienced professionals on projects that make a lasting impact, with excellent prospects for continued progression and professional development. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Job Title: Associate - Director - Town Planning Location: Banbury Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly regarded independent planning consultancy in its search for an Associate Town Planner or Director to join its expanding team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take on a senior role within a well-established consultancy that has built an excellent reputation for delivering expert planning advice across a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, strategic land, mixed-use, and rural development projects. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in leading projects, managing client relationships, and contributing to the strategic growth and direction of the business. This position offers genuine autonomy, a collaborative working culture, and the opportunity to shape the future of a growing consultancy. The Role: Leading and managing a broad range of planning applications, appeals, and development projects. Providing strategic planning advice to a varied private sector client base. Managing key client relationships and acting as a trusted advisor. Identifying and securing new business opportunities and supporting the continued growth of the consultancy. Representing clients at meetings, hearings, and public consultations where required. Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level planning professionals. Contributing to the leadership and strategic direction of the business. Requirements: MRTPI qualified with significant post-qualification experience. Proven experience within a planning consultancy environment. Strong technical knowledge of the UK planning system and planning policy. Excellent communication, negotiation, and client management skills. Demonstrable experience in business development and winning new work. Leadership experience and the ability to manage and inspire teams. For Director-level candidates, an established network of contacts and a proven track record of generating business will be highly advantageous. What's on Offer: Competitive salary and performance-related bonus. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Excellent opportunities for career progression and long-term development. A supportive, entrepreneurial, and collaborative working environment. The opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future success of a highly respected consultancy. A varied and high-quality project portfolio across multiple sectors. This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious Associate Town Planner or Director seeking a new challenge and the chance to make a significant impact within a thriving planning consultancy. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Job Title: Associate Town Planner Location: Kent or Gatwick Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly regarded multidisciplinary consultancy in the search for an Associate Town Planner to join its growing Planning team in Kent. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and commercially minded planning professional looking to take the next step in their career. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering a diverse range of projects, leading medium-sized developments independently while supporting Directors on larger and more complex schemes. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, you will have the opportunity to manage projects from inception through to completion, develop strong client relationships, and contribute to the continued success and growth of the planning team. The Role As an Associate Town Planner, you will take ownership of a varied portfolio of projects and provide expert planning advice to clients across a range of sectors. You will work closely with Directors, clients, external consultants and colleagues from across the wider business to deliver successful planning outcomes. Key Responsibilities Leading medium-sized planning projects from initial instruction through to completion. Supporting Directors on larger and more complex developments. Attending client meetings and acting as a key point of contact throughout the project lifecycle. Liaising with external consultants and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the effective delivery of projects. Preparing and reviewing planning applications, appeals and supporting documentation. Building and maintaining positive relationships with local planning authorities and key stakeholders. Providing guidance and support to junior members of the team where required. Contributing to the continued growth and development of the planning function. Candidate Requirements The successful candidate will possess: A strong and well-rounded understanding of the UK planning system and the operation of local government. A minimum of five years' experience working within the planning industry, either in consultancy or the public sector. MRTPI chartered status. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders. Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. A full UK driving licence. Salary and Benefits In return, our client offers a highly competitive remuneration package, including: Competitive salary. Performance-related bonus scheme. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Employer pension contributions. Professional membership fees paid. Gym membership. Complimentary on-site breakfast and refreshments. Aviva health and wellbeing package. Cycle-to-work and technology schemes. Life assurance. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established and growing consultancy with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality projects across multiple sectors. You'll benefit from a supportive and collaborative working environment, exposure to a varied project portfolio, and clear opportunities for continued career progression and professional development. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Principal Planning Officer Development Management Location: Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex Salary : £40,302- £44,936 per annum + £2,907 Car Allowance. Starting salary dependent on qualifications and experience. Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time - 37 hours per week Are you a visionary planner ready to make a lasting impact? We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Principal Planning Officer to champion high profile developments and drive strategic growth. Rother District Council is an ambitious Council at the heart of 1066 Country in East Sussex. Based in Bexhill-on-Sea the district also covers the historic towns of Battle and Rye as well as a large, attractive rural area, predominantly falling within the High Weald National Landscape. Rother is a vibrant and inclusive district, and we are looking for a forward-thinking planning professional to join our talented and enthusiastic planning team. The successful candidate will join the team at an exciting time and will play a key role in helping us to shape Rother. You will have the opportunity to influence large scale projects and directly impact on local sustainability, housing and economic goals. As a valuable member of our planning team, you will join a progressive council that always puts their customers first. We know that to provide the best for our residents, businesses and visitors, we need to do the same for our staff. We have set out to make our workplaces happy and safe environments where staff feel content and valued. As part of this commitment, you will be able to work your way and enjoy the benefits of a modern hybrid working model with flexible core hours. You will need to have excellent analysis and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to appreciate the long-term vision of the work you are doing. You will be determined to do your best and help shape the Rother of the future to the benefit of all who live, work and visit here. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Deal with and prepare reports on planning applications, listed building applications and other forms of applications as submitted to the Local Planning Authority Prepare appeal statements and appear as a witness at Planning Hearings, Public Inquiries and court as and when required Deal as case officer with Major cases, including Major pre-application cases and schemes subject to a Planning Performance Agreements Attend Planning Committee to present cases and to advise members Carry out site inspections throughout the district in relation to planning application and enforcement reports and to carry out negotiations with applicants agents as appropriate Supporting the Development Manager and Development Management Team Leaders with taking responsibility for mentoring and management of more junior officers including leading weekly officer surgeries, signing off delegated reports and letters, undertaking 1-2-1s and annual appraisals and be responsible for the development of staff in the team to foster a collaborative, high-performing team Key Skills and Experience Planning or related degree Relevant local planning authority experience, including a proven track record of handling major and complex planning applications Excellent analytical skills Excellent time management and organisational skills Strong negotiation skills Clear and confident communication skills Ability to work within a team and mentor junior staff To work under pressure and deal with unforeseen and urgent demands A proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment What Rother District Council can offer you: We take pride in offering an excellent employee experience, with benefits including: a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further The closing date for receipt of applications is on Sunday 30th August 2026. Interviews will be held week commencing 7th September 2026. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Rother District Council, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

Job Title: Town Planner Location: Edinburgh Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading independent planning consultancy based in Edinburgh in their search for a Town Planner with 2+ years of post-graduate experience to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking planning practice working on a diverse range of projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use and regeneration sectors. The role offers strong exposure to high-quality work, client interaction, and clear progression within a supportive environment. The Role As a Town Planner, you will: Assist in the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals Support senior planners on a variety of development projects across Scotland and the UK Undertake site appraisals, research and planning policy analysis Engage with clients, local authorities and stakeholders Contribute to project management and delivery of planning strategies About You 2+ years' experience in town planning (private or public sector considered) RTPI accredited degree (or equivalent) Strong understanding of Scottish planning policy and development management processes Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage workload and work collaboratively within a team What's on Offer Competitive salary dependent on experience Hybrid/flexible working options Clear route for career progression Exposure to high-quality, varied projects Supportive and collaborative team culture If you're looking to take the next step in your planning career within a respected Edinburgh-based consultancy, this is a fantastic opportunity to do so. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Production Planning Manager to lead the planning and scheduling function within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing production plans that maximise manufacturing efficiency, optimise inventory levels, and ensure customer orders are delivered on time and in full. Working closely with Operations, Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Sales, and Customer Service, the Production Planning Manager will balance demand with manufacturing capacity, ensuring the effective utilisation of people, equipment, and materials while driving continuous improvement across planning processes. This role requires a proactive leader with strong analytical skills, excellent commercial awareness, and a proven ability to manage complex production schedules within a high-volume manufacturing operation. Key Responsibilities: Production Planning & Scheduling Develop, implement, and manage short, medium, and long-term production plans aligned with customer demand and business objectives. Create detailed production schedules that optimise labour, machinery, and material utilisation. Monitor production capacity and identify constraints, implementing solutions to maximise operational efficiency. Ensure production plans are achievable while maintaining high service levels and operational flexibility. Review daily production performance and adjust schedules to minimise disruption. Coordinate production priorities across multiple manufacturing lines or facilities. Manage finite capacity planning to ensure optimum use of manufacturing resources. Demand & Supply Planning Collaborate with Sales and Customer Service to review customer forecasts and order requirements. Translate sales forecasts into achievable manufacturing plans. Work closely with Procurement to ensure raw materials and components are available to support production schedules. Monitor inventory levels to balance stock availability with inventory carrying costs. Support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) activities through accurate demand and capacity reporting. Inventory Management Maintain optimal inventory levels for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods. Minimise obsolete and excess inventory through effective planning and forecasting. Identify opportunities to improve inventory turnover and working capital performance. Monitor stock accuracy and support cycle counting activities. Operational Performance Drive improvements in production schedule adherence and manufacturing efficiency. Monitor key performance indicators including: Schedule adherence On-Time In-Full (OTIF) Production attainment Inventory accuracy Capacity utilisation Forecast accuracy Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) Produce regular planning reports and performance dashboards for senior management. Team Leadership Lead, mentor, and develop the Production Planning team. Establish clear objectives and performance measures. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration. Conduct regular performance reviews and identify development opportunities. Continuous Improvement Identify planning inefficiencies and implement process improvements. Lead planning improvement projects to reduce lead times and improve customer service. Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives. Standardise planning procedures and ensure best practice is followed across the business. Drive improvements in ERP planning parameters and system accuracy. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Manufacturing Managers to optimise production flow. Partner with Procurement to manage supplier constraints and material shortages. Collaborate with Engineering regarding new product introductions and engineering changes. Support Quality teams in managing production priorities relating to quality issues. Communicate effectively with Customer Service regarding delivery commitments and schedule changes. Systems & Data Management Maintain accurate planning data within ERP/MRP systems. Ensure Bills of Materials, routings, and planning parameters remain accurate. Analyse production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities. Develop planning reports using Excel, Power BI, or similar reporting tools. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience as a Production Planning Manager, Planning Manager, Supply Chain Planning Manager, or Senior Production Planner within a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, forecasting, and capacity planning. Experience using ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor, Epicor, or similar. Excellent understanding of manufacturing processes and lean principles. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with Power BI or similar reporting tools is advantageous. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to prioritise multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Strong leadership and team development capability. Qualifications Degree or equivalent qualification in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline. APICS/CPIM, CILT, or relevant professional qualification desirable. Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification advantageous.

Job Title: Senior Planner Principal Planner Location: Bristol or Cardiff Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in its search for a Senior or Principal Planning Consultant to join its growing and highly respected planning team in either Bristol or Cardiff. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of one of the UK's leading planning consultancies, working on some of the country's most significant infrastructure and development projects across sectors including energy, transport, utilities, ports, and major development schemes. The successful candidate will join a collaborative, forward-thinking team at the forefront of sustainable development, Net Zero initiatives, environmental planning, and strategic infrastructure delivery. The Role As a Senior or Principal Planning Consultant, you will play a key role in the delivery of complex planning and consenting projects, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and a broad client base. Key responsibilities will include: Acting as Planning Lead or supporting lead across a diverse portfolio of projects. Managing project delivery and coordinating multidisciplinary teams. Preparing and contributing to bids, tender submissions, and framework responses. Providing planning advice across infrastructure and development projects. Supporting and mentoring junior members of the planning team. Building and maintaining strong client relationships and identifying business development opportunities. Preparing high-quality reports, presentations, and planning submissions. Working collaboratively with environmental, engineering, and design specialists across a wide range of projects. About You The ideal candidate will possess: A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline. MRTPI status or be working towards chartership. Experience within planning consultancy, infrastructure planning, or major development projects. A strong understanding of the Town and Country Planning Act, Development Consent Orders (DCO), Transport and Works Act Orders (TWAO), or similar consenting regimes. Knowledge of Environmental Impact Assessment processes and strategic planning principles would be advantageous. Excellent project management and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously. Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting to clients and stakeholders. A proactive, resilient, and commercially minded approach. The ability to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams. What's on Offer? Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Exposure to nationally significant infrastructure and development projects. Excellent training and professional development opportunities. Clear pathways for career progression within a highly regarded consultancy. A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive working environment. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Town Planner looking to take the next step in their career and contribute to the delivery of some of the UK's most exciting and complex planning projects. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Senior Town Planner - Bedford Location: Bedfordshire Employment: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Competitive + Benefits We are seeking an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a well-established, multidisciplinary planning and development consultancy with a growing presence in the Bedford area. Our client provides specialist technical advice and project delivery support across planning, design, environmental and development services for public and private sector clients. The planning team plays a central role in shaping key projects from initial feasibility through to submission and implementation, delivering solutions that address policy, environmental constraints and stakeholder requirements. What You'll Do As Senior Town Planner , you will: Lead planning strategy and development management work across a range of project types, including new site proposals, sensitive specialist developments and community infrastructure. Manage planning applications, negotiations with local authorities, appeal work and technical submissions. Provide expert planning advice, interpret policy, assess planning risk and propose mitigation strategies. Work collaboratively with design, environmental and technical teams to deliver holistic client solutions. Build and maintain client relationships while actively contributing to business development in the Bedford region. About You To succeed in this role, you will have: Chartered status with the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI) or demonstrable eligibility for chartership. Significant experience working in planning consultancy or an equivalent advisory environment. Strong track record of leading planning submissions and engaging with local planning authorities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a practical, solution-focused approach. Why This Role Be part of a consultancy known for its technical expertise and meaningful projects that serve local communities. Work in a collaborative, supportive environment with clear opportunities for professional growth. Contribute to projects with tangible impact, from feasibility and policy advice to planning delivery and implementation.

Town Planner (Strategic Land & Mixed-Use) - Manchester About the Client Our client is a substantial, privately owned property investment, development and strategic land company, boasting a national portfolio of industrial, office and trade-park assets, plus over 5,000 acres of land , with roughly 1,500 acres currently in mixed-use promotion . They are seeking to strengthen their in-house planning capability to support their ambitious land promotion pipeline, industrial / commercial development projects, and strategic partnerships with landowners, local authorities and communities. The Role You will be a key member of the Strategic Land & Planning team, reporting to the Land / Planning Director. Your work will span from policy and strategy through feasibilities and promotion, to delivering consents and seeing over projects into implementation. You will often act as the bridge between internal teams (development, asset, technical) and external stakeholders (councils, communities, housebuilders, technical consultants). Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the promotion of strategic land for residential, commercial or mixed-use development, including site identification, feasibility studies, option appraisal. Prepare planning applications, outline and reserved matters, securing consents in line with policy and legislative frameworks. Engage with local authorities, parish/town councils, statutory consultees, community groups, and stakeholders to build consensus and manage expectations. Advise on planning policy, emerging policy changes, and how these may affect the business' land promotion strategy. Oversee technical inputs (environmental, highways, ecology, heritage etc.), coordinate consultants, manage budgets and schedules. Support site acquisition strategy and delivery of planning promotion agreements, joint ventures, or conditional / unconditional land purchases. Contribute to the growth of the planning team through mentoring, helping shape process, performance and delivering planning-related business development. What We're Looking For Chartered or substantive planning qualification (e.g. MRTPI) or equivalent experience. Several years' post-qualification experience, ideally within strategic land promotion, planning applications & consent work, mixed-use or residential development. Strong knowledge of the UK planning system: local plans, national policy, infrastructure delivery, viability, environmental and technical constraints. Experienced in stakeholder management: working with local authorities, communities, technical consultees, landowners. Ready to apply? Please contact Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed)

Senior Planner, Exeter, £40k - £50k DOE This could also be based in the Cornwall offices. If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Sophie Randle at RGB Recruitment ASAP! An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior / Associate Planner to join a well-established independent planning consultancy based in their Exeter or Cornwall offices. Working as part of an experienced and collaborative team, you'll take the lead on a varied portfolio of planning projects across the residential, commercial, leisure, renewable energy and heritage sectors. This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious MRTPI Planner looking to step into a senior role where they can take ownership of projects, build long-term client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the business. Role & Responsibilities Lead a diverse range of planning projects from inception through to determination Prepare planning appraisals, planning applications and appeals Provide commercially focused planning advice to a wide variety of clients Build and maintain strong client relationships Attend client meetings, Planning Committees and public consultations where required Contribute towards business development and generating new opportunities Mentor junior members of the team where appropriate Requirements MRTPI qualified Strong planning experience gained within either consultancy or Local Authority Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system Experience preparing planning applications and appeals Commercial awareness and strong communication skills Ability to manage your own workload and client relationships Full UK Driving Licence This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected independent planning consultancy that genuinely values its people. Alongside a competitive salary, the successful candidate will benefit from a generous package including private healthcare, company pension, paid RTPI membership, generous annual leave. The practice also offers a supportive and flexible working environment, genuine opportunities for career progression and the chance to work on a varied and high quality portfolio of projects across the South West.

Landscape Architect, Exeter, £35k - 45k DOE This could also be based from the Plymouth or Cornwall offices. If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Sophie Randle at RGB Recruitment ASAP! A well established multidisciplinary practice is looking to recruit a Landscape Architect to join its growing team, with the flexibility to be based from either its Exeter, Plymouth or Cornwall office. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a broad range of landscape and masterplanning projects, becoming part of a friendly and experienced team where your ideas and input will genuinely be valued. The role offers the chance to work closely alongside architects, urban designers and planners on projects that range from early feasibility through to detailed design and delivery. They're ideally looking for someone with previous masterplanning experience and, whilst chartership would be advantageous, they are also keen to hear from experienced Landscape Architects who are working towards this. Role & Responsibilities Lead and contribute to landscape design and masterplanning projects Prepare landscape proposals from concept through to detailed design Work collaboratively with architects, urban designers and the wider multidisciplinary team Produce high quality reports, drawings and presentation material Attend client meetings, workshops and site visits Contribute to landscape planning, public realm and placemaking projects Support the delivery of sustainable and environmentally sensitive design solutions Requirements Degree qualified in Landscape Architecture Chartered (CMLI) preferred, although experienced Landscape Architects working towards chartership will also be considered Experience working on landscape design and/or masterplanning projects Strong design, communication and presentation skills Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment Full UK Driving Licence You'll be joining a highly respected practice with over 30 years' experience delivering architecture, urban design, landscape architecture and masterplanning projects throughout the UK. The practice offers genuine career progression, a collaborative culture and the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that positively shape communities and create sustainable places.