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COMPANY OVERVIEW\n\nOur client is a renowned nationwide leader in the construction and facilities management industry. Established in the early 1990's, they have grown significantly and secured multiple blue-chip contracts due to their outstanding reputation.\n\nThey are now seeking a skilled and motivated Commercial Gas Engineer to carry out mobile maintenance works to join our clients team in the Edinburgh / |Dunfermline / Livingston and the surrounding areas.\n\nJOB OVERVIEW\n\nThis role will involve servicing, maintaining, and troubleshooting combustion systems and mechanical equipment in a variety of mobile settings, ensuring they are operating at optimum efficiency and in compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. The successful candidate will possess a strong technical background in combustion engineering and mechanical systems, with the ability to work independently in a dynamic, mobile environment. Our client base is Managing agents of commercial office blocks & industrial units, Retail & Student Accommodation\n\nJOB RESPONSBILITIES\n\nCombustion System Maintenance & Troubleshooting:\nConduct regular service, maintenance, and repair of combustion and mechanical systems in various mobile units, including vehicles, engines, and industrial equipment.\nDiagnose and resolve issues related to combustion processes, fuel systems, and exhaust systems.\nPerform combustion optimization and efficiency tests, including emission monitoring and reduction strategies.\n\nMechanical System Maintenance:\nOversee the mechanical integrity of mobile systems, ensuring they are in peak operational condition.\nPerform mechanical repairs, replacements, and upgrades on engines, pumps, and other mechanical components.\n\nInstallation & Commissioning:\nInstall, test, and commission combustion and mechanical equipment for new or upgraded systems in mobile settings.\nEnsure proper calibration and setup of systems to meet performance specifications.\n\nSafety & Compliance:\nAdhere to all relevant safety regulations, standards, and codes of practice when working with combustion systems and mechanical equipment.\nRegularly inspect and monitor systems to ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.\nKeep up to date with the latest combustion and mechanical engineering standards and best practices.\n\nDocumentation & Reporting:\nMaintain detailed records of all maintenance, repairs, inspections, and testing performed.\nProvide accurate and timely reports to management on system performance, maintenance schedules, and identified issues.\n\nClient Interaction:\nEngage with clients directly during service visits to discuss system performance, offer recommendations, and explain technical solutions.\nProvide excellent customer service and technical support to clients, ensuring satisfaction and building long-term relationships.\n\nContinuous Improvement:\nIdentify opportunities for improving combustion and mechanical systems to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and meet environmental targets.\nStay informed of emerging technologies and industry trends, incorporating them into operational practices where appropriate\n\nSKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS\n\nEducation:\nACS Commercial Gas Qualifications (COCN1, CIGA1, CDGA1, CORT1, ICPN1A) – Essential\nGas Safe Registration – Essential\nFull Uk Driving Licence - Essential\n\nExperience:\nMinimum of 5 years of experience in a combustion or mechanical engineering role, previous experience working with a facilities management company is a plus.\nProven experience with the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of combustion systems (e.g., burners, boilers, gas fired water heaters etc).\nHands-on experience with mechanical/pressurised systems, including pumps, and associated mechanical components.\nPrevious experience working in the field or on-site (mobile or remote) is a plus.\n\nTechnical Skills:\nStrong knowledge of combustion processes, fuel systems, and emission control technologies.\nProficiency in diagnostic tools and techniques for combustion and mechanical systems.\nFamiliarity with modern mechanical engineering software and systems for diagnostics, analysis, and maintenance planning.\n\nSoft Skills:\nExcellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and autonomously.\nStrong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical clients.\nCustomer-focused with a commitment to providing high-quality service.\nExcellent time management and organizational skills to manage mobile workload efficiently.\n\nAdditional Requirements:\nFull UK driving license and willingness to travel regularly within London and surrounding areas.\nAbility to work in outdoor or remote locations and adapt to changing work environments.\nParticipate in an on-call rota to provide emergency response services outside of normal working hours.\nKnowledge of health and safety regulations and ability to work in compliance with legal and safety standards.\n\nSALARY & BENEFITS\n\n£42k - £45k (DOE)\nOn Call 1 in 8\n25 Days Holiday + Bank Holiday\nCompany vehicle\nFuel card.\nPension scheme.\nHealth and wellness benefits.\nOngoing training and professional development opportunities.\nOpportunities for career growth within the organization.\n\nPlease call Clare on (phone number removed) for more information and please apply to this advert to prompt a call back

We are currently looking for an Associate Quantity Surveyor to fill a permanent opening with a company located in the city centre of Edinburgh. You will have the opportunity to join a small but very talented team of likeminded professionals. \n\n \n\n Interested candidates will have the opportunity to work on some of the most iconic projects the city has to offer ranging from Hotel and Retail, Commercial, Student Accommodation, Education and various office fit outs. \n\n \n\n \n\n Requirements of the Associate Quantity Surveyor: \n\n \n\n\n\t • Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS)\n\t, • Experience within a construction consultancy with provable technical delivery experience\n\t, • Significant exposure to, and good working relations with, private sector clients\n\t, • Solid technical competence and service delivery\n\t, • Management experience of successful project delivery from inception to handover.\n\n\n \n\n On offer for the Associate Quantity Surveyor: \n\n \n\n This position offers a generous salary of between £60,000 -£70,000. \n\n Company benefits package includes one of the best holiday allowances in the market which includes 25 days annual leave, plus public holidays , pension of 5%, Private Healthcare, Life Assurance and a range of other flexible benefits. \n\n \n\n What Happens Next? \n\n On receipt of your application our dedicated Surveying and Project Management recruiter, Rees Allan, will contact you to discuss this opportunity in full detail. Rees will disclose the name of our client to you prior to sending your CV to this, or any other company we are working with. \n

Conrad Consulting is a trusted recruitment partner to the industry’s leading firms and we work hard with our clients to ensure together, we can offer you the best vacancies in the market; if you read on you will find this vacancy is just that. \n\n \n\n My client is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their successful cost consultancy department in their city centre Edinburgh office. \n\n \n\n You will get fantastic project exposure, working on some of the biggest projects within the country. \n\n \n\n This role would suit someone who seeks more variety in their workload than just public sector frameworks. Projects will range from but limited to Residential, Commercial offices, Hotels, Build to Rent, Student Accommodation, Retail and Leisure. \n\n \n\n \n\n Requirements of the Senior Quantity Surveyor \n\n \n\n\n\t • Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS). \n\t, • At least 3-5 years postgraduate experience with provable technical delivery experience\n\t, • Experience with cost planning, value engineering and preparing tenders \n\n\n \n\n On offer for the Senior Quantity Surveyor \n\n\n\t • A starting salary of between £55,000 - £60,000 depending on experience\n\t, • Project exposure over a variety of sectors\n\t, • 38 days holiday\n\t, • Healthcare\n\t, • Pension of 5% matched\n\t, • Professional Subscriptions\n\n\n \n\n What happens next: \n\n On receipt of your application our dedicated Surveying and Project Management recruiter, Rees Allan, will contact you to discuss this opportunity in full detail. Rees will disclose the name of our client to you prior to sending your CV to this, or any other company we are working with. \n

Permanent, Part time: 15 - 20 hours per week. Can be worked over 5 days or 9 days per fortnight This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within public procurement in a best‑in‑class organisation with strong pathways for professional growth. The role is well‑suited either to applicants with existing procurement experience who are ready to take the next step, or to fast‑learners with a background in general administration or financial administration who are keen to begin a career in procurement. Reporting to the Head of Strategic Procurement within the University, the role holder will work for APUC but be based within Edinburgh Napier University, covering the relevant supporting activities including systems management and reporting are completed in line with institutional and statutory needs. Edinburgh Napier University is a fast-paced, exciting environment with a tendering pipeline covering Estates, ICT, Professional Services and more. Procurement is well-regarded within the University – APUC have provided a shared service here since around 2015. Edinburgh Napier University is proud to be the #1 modern university in Scotland (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025) and the leading university in Edinburgh for student satisfaction for five years in a row (National Student Survey 2020–2024). They are also recognised as the top Scottish modern university for research power and impact (Research Excellence Framework 2021). They pride themselves on being the home of difference makers—an enterprising and innovative community, renowned internationally, with an unrivalled student learning experience. With more than 250 undergraduate and postgraduate courses and nearly 20,000 students from over 145 countries studying on campus in Edinburgh, online and at partner universities worldwide, they deliver meaningful, difference-making education and research for a rapidly changing world. Skills & Knowledge • High level attention to detail in all aspects of work;, • Ability to organise, adapt, prioritise own workload and to meet strict deadlines;, • Excellent communication skills;, • Collaborative teamworking approach;, • Effective and highly responsive customer management skills;, • Ability to identify and resolve problems;, • An interest in/willingness to develop expertise in Scottish/UK procurement legislation as it relates to the HE/FE sector, • CIPS Level 4 Diploma (or willing to work towards) Experience • Experience of meeting demanding targets and deadlines on a day to day basis, • Experience of data analysis using spreadsheets and production of management reports, • Proficient in use of MS Office applications About APUC Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC)is the Centre of Procurement Expertise for, and owned jointly by, all of Scotland's Universities and Colleges. With collaboration, responsibility, and integrity at the heart of what we do, we're all about helping our member institutions achieve their objectives, whether you are putting together Framework Agreements, reducing the sector’s carbon emissions or working directly in one of our client institutions. Joining APUC means joining a community of peers, and getting the chance to get together often and having network opportunities throughout the year. Peer support and collaboration is integral to who we are at APUC. We currently employ around 90 people, most of whom are based within Colleges and Universities but with some based in our regional offices in Stirling (HQ), Glasgow and Edinburgh. All of our roles offer: • Generous annual leave entitlement (equivalent of 40 x 7 hour days) pro rated for part time hours, • 9‑day fortnight or a 4.5‑day week (full time), • Closed for the festive period (between Christmas and New Year) and Good Friday and Easter Monday every year, • Hybrid working, • Flexible working patterns, • Pension scheme with employer contributions & Group Life Assurance, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & Mental health and wellbeing support, • Family‑friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave), • Comprehensive induction programme, • Access to professional development, training and support for qualifications, • Leadership and management development programmes, • Regular performance and development reviews, • All staff team building and development days, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Smart Tech Scheme, • Staff discount schemes (e.g., retail, gym, lifestyle), • Monthly allowance for BYOD, • Long service awards (10, 15 and 20 years) How to Apply Please send your CV and cover letter by 19 June 2026, noting your current salary level and notice period.

The Head of Student Success and Experience (Heriot‑Watt Online) will set the vision, strategy, and execution plan for the Online Campus student success and experience function, ensuring a best‑in‑class experience that enhances student engagement, retention, and progression, and positions Herio

Conrad Consulting is a trusted recruitment partner to the industry’s leading firms and we work hard with our clients to ensure together, we can offer you the best vacancies in the market; if you read on you will find this vacancy is just that. My client is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their successful cost consultancy department in their city centre Edinburgh office. You will get fantastic project exposure, working on some of the biggest projects within the country. This role would suit someone who seeks more variety in their workload than just public sector frameworks. Projects will range from but limited to Residential, Commercial offices, Hotels, Build to Rent, Student Accommodation, Retail and Leisure. Requirements of the Senior Quantity Surveyor Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS). At least 3-5 years postgraduate experience with provable technical delivery experience Experience with cost planning, value engineering and preparing tenders On offer for the Senior Quantity Surveyor A starting salary of between £55,000 - £60,000 depending on experience Project exposure over a variety of sectors 38 days holiday Healthcare Pension of 5% matched Professional Subscriptions What happens next: On receipt of your application our dedicated Surveying and Project Management recruiter, Rees Allan, will contact you to discuss this opportunity in full detail. Rees will disclose the name of our client to you prior to sending your CV to this, or any other company we are working with

We are currently looking for an Associate Quantity Surveyor to fill a permanent opening with a company located in the city centre of Edinburgh. You will have the opportunity to join a small but very talented team of likeminded professionals. Interested candidates will have the opportunity to work on some of the most iconic projects the city has to offer ranging from Hotel and Retail, Commercial, Student Accommodation, Education and various office fit outs. Requirements of the Associate Quantity Surveyor: Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) Experience within a construction consultancy with provable technical delivery experience Significant exposure to, and good working relations with, private sector clients Solid technical competence and service delivery Management experience of successful project delivery from inception to handover. On offer for the Associate Quantity Surveyor: This position offers a generous salary of between £60,000 -£70,000. Company benefits package includes one of the best holiday allowances in the market which includes 25 days annual leave, plus public holidays , pension of 5%, Private Healthcare, Life Assurance and a range of other flexible benefits. What Happens Next? On receipt of your application our dedicated Surveying and Project Management recruiter, Rees Allan, will contact you to discuss this opportunity in full detail. Rees will disclose the name of our client to you prior to sending your CV to this, or any other company we are working with

Conrad Consulting is a trusted recruitment partner to the industry’s leading firms and we work hard with our clients to ensure together, we can offer you the best vacancies in the market; if you read on you will find this vacancy is just that. If you are looking for an opportunity to join an established multi-disciplinary construction consultancy then this opportunity is for you. My client is looking for an established Associate Director looking to make that progression in their career. Interested candidates will have the opportunity to work across a variety of projects ranging from but not exclusive to Education, Residential, Student Accommodation, Retail and Industrial. The successful candidate will be expected to grow the team in Edinburgh with full autonomy and act upon any potential business development opportunities. Requirements of the Associate Director: Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) Significant exposure to, and good working relations with, private and public-sector clients Ability to manage/train less experienced members of staff A proven track record in business development and securing repeat and new business Solid technical competence and service delivery On offer for the Associate Director: The position has a very attractive salary of £65k and profit share with a defined progression to Director based on performance. Company benefits package includes pension, healthcare, life assurance and a range of other flexible benefits. This role is only open to applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK. What happens next: On receipt of your application our dedicated Surveying & Project Management recruiter, Rees Allan, will contact you to discuss this opportunity in full detail. Rees will disclose the name of our client to you prior to sending your CV to this, or any other company we are working with

Protection & Control Project Engineer.Our client has an exciting opportunity for an experienced.Protection & Control Project Engineer.The role will support the development and delivery of an expanding portfolio of transmission projects aligned to Net Zero targets.The role sits within a programme of

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Are you an experienced Decontamination/Dental Field Service Engineer looking for a new opportunity?.Decon/Dental Field Service Engineer.We will provide you with a van, tool kit and your own scheduler to ensure your diary is both efficient and consistent.Deliver, install and validate new equipment.Ca

TEXO Recruitment is seeking an experienced Tar Operative to join our external established civil construction client based in Aberdeen.Skills, Qualifications & Experience:.Previous experience in road surfacing or tarring is preferred.Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to work outdoors in

To be eligible, you’ll need to be based in the UK, France, Germany, Italy, or Luxembourg.The role will also involve regular travel across our sites in EMEA.At CloudHQ, our mission is to deliver flexible, efficient, and resilient data center solutions to businesses worldwide.Founded by a pioneer in

UK Medical Lead – Weight Management / GLP-1.Part-Time | Fully Remote (UK Based) | £90–£120 per hour + Equity.We are partnering with an innovative UK digital healthcare provider to appoint a.This is a senior clinical leadership opportunity for a doctor with strong experience in.The successful c

To be eligible, you’ll need to be based in the UK, France, Germany, Italy, or Luxembourg.The role will also involve regular travel across our sites in EMEA.At CloudHQ, our mission is to deliver flexible, efficient, and resilient data center solutions to businesses worldwide.Founded by a pioneer in

You’ll operate as a senior technical leader within the engineering organisation, contributing across architecture, product development, system design, and engineering best practices.

Implement and manage Azure security and networking best practices, including identity, RBAC, monitoring, and vulnerability management, ensuring compliance with ISO 27001 and ALMIS policies. Stay current with relevant cloud technologies, frameworks, and best practices, and share knowledge through inf

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Do you want to productionise end-to-end enterprise GenAI systems?.Have you built scalable ML platforms and MLOps infrastructure in production?.Are you ready to establish ML Engineering capability inside a business heavily investing in AI?.A large UK professional services organisation is building out

Nurse Manager – Mental Health Unit.We are recruiting an experienced and inspirational.This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for a registered nurse with strong leadership skills and a passion for high-quality mental health care and clinical governance.Provide clinical and operational leadershi

BI Data Architect: 8 month FTC.This is a high impact BI Data Architect role focused on shaping the foundations of a modern analytics platform during a critical migration phase.You will play a key role in setting standards, improving governance, and enabling scalable, self service BI, with the autono

Location: Client Site, Edinburgh, UK.Job Type: Full-time / Permanent.Monday to Friday, 40 hours (06:00–18:00).OR Monday to Thursday night shift (17:30–04:30).Overtime available when required.On-call flexibility may be required.A leading organisation operating within the built environment sector

Green Cat Renewables Job Advertisement – Graduate Civil/Structural Design Engineer.Stobo House, Midlothian Innovation Centre, Roslin).Green Cat Renewables (GCR) is a dynamic, innovative company that provides the complete range of technical services required to deliver renewable energy projects.The

Electrical Site Manager | Substation Projects.Most site roles talk about responsibility.This one gives you full control of the job.If you’re used to being stretched across multiple sites or stuck between meetings and reports, this is different.You’ll take ownership of a live project and run it p

This is an exciting time to join a business that is professionalising at pace, building best-in-class infrastructure, and making a genuine difference to the safety of buildings and the people who live and work in them.

We have partnerships across Europe relying on local knowledge and market expertise.We’re looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to take ownership of the commissioning process for utility-scale solar projects.You’ll be responsible for managing, executing, and documenting all commission

Junior Flutter / Dart Software Engineer.R&D engineering team and contribute to the development of high‑quality mobile applications that support our mission of improving healthcare worldwide.This is a hands‑on role where you’ll work closely with senior engineers and cross‑functional teams to

AI Systems Research Engineer - LLM Optimisation.Edinburgh City Centre (On-site 5 days), walking distance from local transport links.Salary : Competitive and negotiable, generous benefits package.In an era where Large Language Models (LLMs) are rebuilding the foundational software stack, our client i

Hiring: Senior Civil Engineer (Wastewater – Non-Infrastructure).My trusted client is currently seeking an experienced.We are looking for a Civil Engineer with proven experience delivering.Wastewater (Non-Infrastructure).Fully remote (site visits preferred but not essential).

Renude builds AI-powered software for the beauty industry, helping brands deliver personalised, expertise-focused customer support through intelligent digital agents.Our technology powers e-commerce experiences including: skin analysis, product recommendation and LLM-based chat.We’ve been awarded

Location: Edinburgh, Glasgow or London.Excellent senior package + potential equity/shares.Orange Appointments are working in partnership with a global consultancy, to appoint a Director of Fire Engineering to lead the development and growth of its buildings-focused fire engineering capability across

Animation Programmer (Games) – Unreal Engine.In this role, you will help build performant, gameplay-driven animation systems, working alongside designers, technical artists, and gameplay programmers.Design, implement, and optimize animation systems in .Develop animation state machines, blend spac

We can offer consistent rotas and geographical coverage that suits you.But there is much more we offer in terms of developing and growing your career.You’ll be supported in your role by an Area Operations Manager and a Regional Operations Manager, with regular structured pharmacy visits.We have in

Lead code reviews and promote engineering best practices. Help define best practices for AI-assisted software engineering. We’ve built our business to ensure an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their best work.

Fire and Security Service Engineer.CCTV, access control and intruder alarm systems.What can you expect as an employee:.Competitive salary and package.Ongoing training and development.A stable role with a forward-thinking and expanding employer.The ideal candidate would have:.Proven experience as a S

UK Business Development Manager - Process Instrumentation.Our client is a long-established, highly respected manufacturer of process instrumentation used in safety-critical environments across global industrial markets.With strong UK heritage, and international sales & development hubs, the company

Build the knowledge base: deployment playbooks, configuration best practices, escalation frameworks, and training materials that accelerate every future onboarding.

Senior Digital Design Engineer - UK.All candidates must be based or be able to relocate to the UK**.An innovative semiconductor company developing advanced security IP for next‑generation connected devices is seeking an experienced Digital Design Engineer to strengthen their hardware security deve

Role: Protection Engineer & Lead Protection Engineer (HV Transmission Substations – Scotland).Are you looking to deliver end to end protection systems on major national infrastructure programs?.Are you wanting a fast paced, high pressure, high reward environment?.The this might be the role for you

Iron Mountain is seeking an experienced.In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that.You will act as a primary point of contact for compliance reporting and assurance testing while supporting our cyber incident response efforts.What You’ll Do (Responsibilities).Stay current on all new a

General Plant Attendant (12-Month FTC).A leading international industrial energy company is looking to recruit a.This is a hands-on role within a high-performing plant environment, supporting the safe and efficient day-to-day running of the site.Ideal for candidates from industrial, manufacturing, r

We’re hiring a Senior Data Engineer to design, build, and optimise scalable data pipelines on Google Cloud Platform.This is a hands-on role for someone with a self-starter mindset who enjoys working with modern data architectures and open-source frameworks.Designing and building ETL/ELT pipelines.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated.The successful candidate will provide technical expertise across a range of mining, exploration, due diligence, and resource evaluation projects for clients operating globally.This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse commodities and deposit type

Our client is seeking an experienced.The role is responsible for driving safe, compliant, and high‑quality engineering delivery from early optioneering and design through to project delivery, in accordance with governance and assurance requirements.This position plays a critical role in ensuring e

We are partnering with a successful US-based IC design company in their search for a Senior Analog IC Design Engineer.This is a remote-based role that can be based anywhere in the UK.Our client is an established IC design company developing cutting-edge mixed-signal technologies powering next-genera

Good mechanical knowledge or mechanical aptitude; follows company and client safety protocols; best practices; follows procedures; ability to follow directions; continued growth and development.

VGC Group are pleased to be supporting our client, a leading global design and engineering consultancy, who are looking to hire a Principal Electrical Engineer.You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering cost-effective, efficient and innovative engineering solutions to complex challenges

Shape Your Career with TMC – Emergency Radiologist Opportunity | Relocation Opportunity to Australia, New Zealand or Japan.Join Europe’s leading tele-radiology network and redefine your work-life balance while delivering world-class diagnostics from Australia.At Telemedicine Clinic (TMC), a Unil