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More and more people are choosing to learn English. When they do, they become part of an international community of English language learners. We are proud to be at that community's heart. Our learning materials are trusted by millions of teachers, educational institutions, parents, and learners worldwide. They can teach and learn on their own terms, make progress, and achieve their goals. Together, we move English language learning forward. About the Role As the new Marketing Manager for Assessment, you will play a key role in developing and delivering influencer marketing strategies for the Assessment Product Suite to drive usage and advocacy. This includes contributing to overall marketing strategy, planning, and execution, while taking the lead on specific tactics. Influencers will include teachers, agents, and key opinion leaders, and you will also support other projects within the Assessment area. Your responsibilities will involve creating and implementing influencer marketing strategies aligned with global and regional sales goals. You will set clear priorities, develop evidence-based campaigns, and ensure timely, on-budget execution with measurable KPIs. Collaboration with sales teams, coaching regions on influencer initiatives, and sharing best practices will be essential. Additionally, you will support major projects such as the Oxford Placement Test migration and the launch of Oxford Placement Test 2.0. We operate a hybrid working policy that requires a minimum of 2 days per week in the Oxford office. This is a 6 month fixed term contract covering maternity leave, with the possibility of an extension. About You Essential: • Customer-focused, solution-focused, team player., • Able to think creatively and demonstrate effective problem-solving skills., • Able to synthesize data and information and use to inform marketing plans., • Good communication skills., • Comfortable with change and open to learning (ie CRM and automation)., • Ability to multi-task and comfortable managing/working across different project teams., • Agility and demonstrate the capability to think ahead and plan proactively., • Previous experience in Assessment Marketing., • CIM qualification. Benefits We care about work/life balance here at OUP. With this in mind we offer 25 days' holiday that rises with service, plus bank holidays and Christmas closure (3-days) and a 35-hour working week. We are open to discussing flexibility in respect to working patterns, dependent on role. We also have a great variety of active employee networks and societies. We help make your money go further by contributing to your pension up to 12%, offering loans and savings schemes through our partnership with Salary Finance, in addition to travel to work schemes and access to a wide range of local discounts. This role comes with the added benefit of a discretionary annual payment. Please see our Rewards and Recognition page for more information. Queries Please contact with any queries relating to this role. We are committed to supporting diversity in our workforce, and ensuring an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and encourage applications from all.

Interim Project Manager - Engineering/Site Projects We're supporting a leading engineering organisation as they embark on an exciting new facilities project, a technically complex programme involving cutting-edge automotive and electronic systems. They're seeking an experienced Project Manager to join immediately on an interim basis, helping drive progress during the early stages of the project lifecycle. The Opportunity As Interim Project Manager, you'll take ownership of project delivery, working closely with engineering leads, programme directors and technical specialists to plan, coordinate and oversee activity across the programme. You'll be stepping into a fast-paced environment where early project structure, planning and governance are key to success. Key Responsibilities • Manage the delivery of complex, multidisciplinary projects in electronics / automotive environments, • Collaborate with engineering and programme leadership teams to define scope, milestones and deliverables, • Oversee planning, progress tracking and reporting, • Ensure project objectives are met on time and within budget About You, • Demonstrable experience leading engineering or electronics projects, • Background in automotive, hardware or similar technical industries, • Proven ability to manage complex project lifecycles end-to-end, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to shape a high-impact programme at its inception, working with senior stakeholders and talented engineers on a technically ambitious project. If you're an experienced Project Manager with a background in electronics, hardware or automotive engineering and available for your next contract, we'd love to hear from you.

Head of Marketing & Communications Location: Central Oxford, OX1 Salary: £50,000 per annum Hours: Full Time – 40 Hours per week Contract: Permanent About the role The Head of Marketing and Communications plays a leading role in developing the gallery’s brand, growing and diversifying audiences, and strengthening the visibility of the organisation locally, nationally and internationally. Working closely with the Director and Senior Management Team (SMT), this pivotal role is instrumental in helping to meet the gallery’s objectives to increase footfall and digital engagement, strengthen relationships with existing visitors and develop new audiences. This post-holder plays a central role with the Director in maintaining the artistic reputation and profile of this organisation as one of the UK’s most ambitious and influential contemporary art organisations, and driving ambitious marketing and communications campaigns. The position is responsible for developing and delivering the gallery’s audience development, communications and digital strategies, and plays a central role in nurturing relationships with stakeholders, including press, partners, artists and audiences. Ensuring compliance with data protection legislation and championing the gallery’s value of equality, diversity and inclusion are central to this role. Reporting to the Director and forming part of the Senior Management Team, the Head of Marketing and Communications is a full time position which manages and is supported by a full-time Marketing Manager and a full-time Design and Communications Officer, with freelance support on press/PR and design as required for specific exhibitions and projects. Principal Responsibilities Marketing and Communications • To grow and diversify their visiting and online audiences by leading audience development, communications and digital marketing strategies that will enable the organisation to build on its brand and profile, and strengthen its visibility in Oxford, the UK and beyond., • To develop and oversee implementation of all marketing, communications and PR activity including media relations, social media and digital activity, development of marketing and branding collateral, and on-site interpretation., • To formulate with the direction of the Director a transformational vision for the use of digital technologies to drive engagement and interaction with their online audiences., • To manage effective and efficient relationships with any external PR and marketing consultants and companies., • To develop and nurture key stakeholder, media and marketing relationships and partnerships and cultivate new relationships to ensure that their profile is high locally, nationally and internationally, and that their position as a leading tourist attraction in Oxfordshire and the South East grows., • To strategically develop distinctive and innovative digital content, working closely and in creative collaboration with the Head of Exhibitions, Head of Communities, Participation and Practice as well as the wider Marketing and Communications team., • To work with colleagues to strengthen visitor experience and engagement, both on-site and digitally, to increase profile and ensure that the organisation continues to thrive as one of the UK’s leading contemporary art spaces., • To work closely with the SMT to drive audience research, development and evaluation, ensuring that the gallery attracts significant visitor numbers and closely addresses our stakeholder priorities., • To attend events on site and externally to represent the gallery and build relationships with key external stakeholders. Occasional weekend and evening work will be required., • To ensure tight, clear, budgetary setting, control and regular re-forecasting against targets working with the Head of Finance., • To work closely with the Head of Development to support new fundraising initiatives and partnerships as required., • To regularly review all communications activities, suppliers and resources to ensure best value for money., • To support the work of the gallery in strengthening the equality, diversity and inclusivity of the working environment and practices., • To ensure team management and cross-departmental work is effective and timely in achieving annual targets., • To ensure that they comply with all aspects of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in relation to marketing and communication activities with audiences, stakeholders and any other third parties., • To participate in training and development activities as required and assist with the training and development of colleagues., • To carry out all duties in accordance with all their policies including Equal Opportunities, Access, Employment, Health and Safety, Child Safeguarding, Data Protection and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policies and the Creative Case for Diversity., • To report to the Board of Trustees when requested., • Experience of running a Marketing and Communications team at a senior level within an arts organisation or similar field, • Experience of leading on mixed marketing campaigns, including setting measurable targets, • Significant experience of managing and motivating teams and being a supportive and encouraging team player, • Excellent arts press contacts and/or partnership development experience., • Demonstrable experience of audience research, segmentation and development, • A strategic and analytical thinker able to devise, implement and report on strategies and to evaluate data using platforms such as Google Analytics and AdWords and experience of SEO, Content Management Systems, and social media platforms and analytics., • An ability to prioritise competing workloads and work effectively under pressure in a fast paced and leanly resourced working environment, • Strong project management skills, including budget management, • An inspiring and creative thinker with ambition, vision and enthusiasm, • Self-motivated, positive, flexible and reliable Excellent verbal and written communication skills This is one of the UK’s most exciting and influential contemporary art organisations, renowned for its bold and ambitious artistic programme that promotes diversity and internationalism and celebrates contemporary art as a progressive agent of social change. They welcome approximately 100,000 visitors each year with approximately 15,000 attendances by schools and community groups in creative learning and participation activities. The organisation’s digital content reaches 450,000 through their digital channels annually. Through a wide range of high-quality content creation and programming, they aim to make contemporary art accessible and engaging to the widest audience and to promote creativity in all its visual forms. Over the last 60 years they have brought some of the world’s most important artists to the city, and the UK, and has developed an international reputation for pioneering emerging and under-represented artists. This is a registered charity and receives core funding from Arts Council England and Oxford City Council, and the generous support of individuals, trusts and foundations, sponsors and friends. Benefits To Apply and for more information Click the job board apply button to be taken to the next stage where you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions (you may need to scroll down). This employer is committed to improving the diversity in its workforce in order to better reflect the diversity of their local communities. All job vacancies are advertised here as part of a fair and open process. They welcome applications from people of all cultures and ethnicities, including those that may experience racism, as part of their Anti-racism Action Plan. No agencies please.

About Us Diamond Light Source is the UK’s national synchrotron science facility. By accelerating electrons to near light-speed, Diamond generates brilliant beams of light from infra-red to X-rays which are used for academic and industry research and development across a range of scientific disciplines including structural biology, physics, chemistry, materials science, engineering, earth and environmental sciences. Diamond is one of the most advanced scientific facilities in the world, and its pioneering capabilities and talented staff are helping to keep the UK at the forefront of scientific research. About the Role We now have an excellent opportunity to lead and manage Diamond’s Corporate IT function to deliver Diamond wide IT services, including: IT Infrastructure · Lead the delivery of Diamond wide IT Infrastructure to support and secure corporate applications. · Engage with Directors, group leaders and stakeholders to lead on definition, selection, implementation, development, and support of internal and external business applications. · Deliver appropriate and fit for purpose infrastructure to support Diamond wide services. · Lead and manage the delivery of operational IT security Disaster Recovery, data management and capacity planning. · Lead and manage the cyber security function, setting strategic direction. IT Helpdesk · Lead the team to deliver efficient and timely IT Helpdesk service to all Diamond staff. · Lead the design, delivery, support and operation of multimedia in meeting rooms, beamlines and common areas. Networking and operational IT security · Manage the design and delivery of general cabling and infrastructure for new building and beamlines. · Lead the team to deliver appropriate beamlines and electron microscopes network support. · Lead the team to proactively improve resilience and security of the IT infrastructure. · Deliver telephony service, continually assess and improve to meet business needs. Hardware and Software · Lead the Helpdesk team to manage Diamond wide software and hardware specification, orders, delivery, and installation. · Responsible for the delivery of effective software licensing strategy. Corporate IT Team · Management and development of the team of over 15 team members. Systems Development and Project Management · Through product owner, consulting with Diamond group leaders, executives, and other IT groups, direct the delivery of operational enterprise wide MS365 service and functionality to: · Standardise and secure end user devices and software delivery. · Fully supported teams and SharePoint services. · Reduce information repositories by consolidation. · Development of the use of AI (Copilot) and its use throughout the organisation. Stakeholder Engagement · Ensure all suppliers deliver quality service which balances cost and control. · Regularly report to Director on systems strategic direction, status, development and implementation. Budgeting and Planning · Ownership of the Corporate IT budget, maintaining budget at or below agreed levels. · Contribute to the forecast and 10-year planning process. Occasional UK and overseas travel will be required, along with occasional unsociable hours when circumstances require this. About You You will have a degree in an appropriate software or technical discipline or demonstrate significant equivalent experience. You will demonstrate experience of: · Leading a team of technical support staff, including managing budgets, training, professional development and directing priorities. · Successfully establishing, managing, and delivering diverse IT services in a mixed business, science and technical environment. · Current technologies including Telephony, Multimedia, cyber security and mobile devices. · Web Frontend and Middleware software technologies support and development. · A wide range of IT areas including software, architecture storage, networking and cyber security. You will have wide knowledge of software and hardware architecture techniques particularly cloud based, as well as significant knowledge of Windows operating system. You will also display knowledge of business application software for functionality such as procurement finance, human resources, etc. You will demonstrate your ability to: · Lead a diverse team within complex, challenging and demanding technical and business IT environment. · Establish new projects and prioritise and refine them for practical delivery. · Lead project planning, management and deployment including stakeholder requirements consultations. · Plan, manage and deliver within departmental budget of over £1.5m You will display good interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact, influence and negotiate at all levels internally and externally. Benefits Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, 2 annual volunteering days and flexible working hours. We also offer an excellent defined benefit pension scheme. Staff also have access to a range of amenities on site including a nursery, cafes, a restaurant and sports and leisure facilities. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable. As standard this role offers a hybrid working arrangement with a minimum of 3 days working onsite per week. To Apply Please use the online application process to apply and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role. The closing date for applications is 30th November, however, we encourage early applications as candidates may be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis.

Mechanical Project Manager required for an award-winning HVAC company with regional offices throughout the UK, due to continued growth in the project division, our client is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to join their expanding Projects division. The Mechanical Project Manager will be managing projects from initial inception to handover, this will include site visits, surveys, designs, estimations and quotations, negotiate & purchase materials, supervise labour, commissioning, client training and O&M's. Ensuring that the project is delivered within budget and on time. The Mechanical Project Manager will be managing a team of at least 2 direct PAYE Installation Engineers plus additional sub-contractors. It is required that the Mechanical Project Manager will have at least 5 years proven experience delivering large scale AHU, Chiller, VRV, VRF, Boiler and ventilation projects. The role will be 50% working from home/office based and 50% site based. Mechanical Project Manager Position Requirements Experience project managing AHUs, VRV/VRF, ducting, boiler and chiller replacements & upgrades Whilst practical and hands on experience is advantageous, technical mastery, communication skills and autonomy are equally important. A minimum of 5 years' experience, with responsibility for running projects, as well as managing a team of engineers who have reported directly to the candidate. Computer literate, proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and MS Projects Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines Strong commercial awareness Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Good attention to detail Contract negotiation Live within a commutable distance of either the M1 or M40 (Birmingham, Coventry, Northampton, Luton, Oxford etc) Mechanical Project Manager Position Remuneration Basic Salary £65,000 - £70,000 DOE Management Bonus Scheme £500pm car allowance Employee-owned trust scheme 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holiday's Further package details to be discussed at interview Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for. TPBN1_UKTJ

Site Manager required to join leading fit out / facilities / clean rooms / laboratories contractor based out of Didcot area. They are looking for a Site Manager who would come from a civils / Structures background ideally working on new build projects. The Site Manager would preferably have relevant construction degree HNC or HND with SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid. The Site Manager will be managing site personnel, ensure delivery of project on time and budget, develop relationships with clients, consultants and site personnel, ensure health and safety is enforced and all works are completed safely TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Electrical and Controls Design Engineer - Industrial Automation Location: South Oxfordshire Salary: £55,000-£60,000 + Benefits A leading advanced engineering company at the forefront of automation and inspection systems is seeking a Senior Electrical and Controls Design Engineer to join its growing team. Working with blue-chip manufacturers across automotive, medical, electronics and high-tech sectors , you'll deliver high-precision automated solutions worldwide. The Role You'll work on projects ranging from small retrofits to full turnkey systems. Responsibilities include: Electrical design using AutoCAD Electrical (or similar) PLC and HMI programming (Siemens/Allen Bradley) Specifying safety systems and industrial electrical components Creating wiring diagrams, panel layouts and documentation to EU standards Supporting commissioning and system integration in the UK and overseas Involvement in testing, panel wiring, machine build and fault-finding About You 3+ years' experience in PLC/HMI programming within industrial automation Strong knowledge of electrical design and control systems Familiar with Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, IO-Link, TCP/IP Experience with panel layout/wiring and machinery safety standards Problem solver with strong communication and teamwork skills Degree in Electrical Engineering desirable; robotics/machine vision experience an advantage Benefits £55,000-£60,000 salary Pension scheme 25 days' holiday + bank holidays Private health insurance Training & development budget Free on-site parking WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. TPBN1_UKTJ

Location: Oxford (Hybrid: 23 days in office, 23 days remote) Reference: TR13565 Our client is a well-funded ($100m+), fast-scaling tech innovator on a mission to transform an entire global industry. Were helping them expand their Software Engineering team by hiring a Senior Embedded Android Developer to join a group of truly exceptional engineers. Youll work alongside some of the brightest minds in the UK, building new Android functionality and enhancing a highly sophisticated existing codebase. This is a hands-on role in a truly agile environment daily stand-ups and fortnightly sprints are part of the rhythm. Strong communication skills are essential, as youll collaborate closely with UX Designers, Product Managers, and Test Engineers. What Youll Bring Essential experience: Proven track record developing stable Android applications for embedded devices (not just mobile apps). Strong Java for Android skills , including associated tools and test frameworks. UI design and implementation expertise. API integration experience. Ability to produce detailed requirements and design documentation. Clear communicator, comfortable explaining complex technical issues to technical and non-technical colleagues. Desirable experience: AOSP knowledge. Android Kiosk mode and custom controls. Safety-critical software development (automotive, aerospace, medical devices etc). Proficiency with Android Studio. Familiarity with MVC, MVP, MVVM patterns. Appium, bootloaders and TDD. Peer code reviews and cybersecurity awareness. Cloud or IoT development experience. Why This Role Matters This is a career-defining opportunity to join a team laser-focused on improving millions of lives worldwide. Youll work on technology that genuinely makes a difference. Whats On Offer A market leading base salary, positioned to attract the very best talent 12 learning days per year and a learning budget of 4% of salary. Private healthcare, wellbeing allowance, life assurance, income protection, pension, travel insurance, free breakfasts etc. Relocation support, including visa sponsorship for overseas candidates. Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of something extraordinary. TPBN1_UKTJ

Ensure projects are completed on budget and to schedule Advise clients on schemes and projects and determine requirements Prepare scheme designs with costings, programmes for completion of projects and specification of works Organise documents for tender and advise on appointing contractors, designe

I'm currently supporting a well-established, director-led construction consultancy in Leeds in their search for a Mid-to-Senior Quantity Surveyor. The business has a strong UK presence and is experiencing continued growth across its retail and commercial portfolios, creating an excellent opportunity for an experienced QS looking to step into a varied and client-facing role. About the Consultancy The firm delivers high-quality cost management, project management and programme consultancy services to a wide range of blue-chip clients. They pride themselves on a hands-on, senior-led approach, offering consistent access to experienced leaders and clear opportunities for career progression. Their Leeds team works across multiple sectors, with a particularly strong pipeline in: Food & Non-Food Retail (Refurb, Fit-Out & New Build) Retail Park Redevelopment Shopping Centre Enhancements Commercial & Workplace Industrial & Logistics Residential Leisure & Hospitality Typical project values range from £500k roll-outs to £50m+ major development programmes. This position is ideal for a QS with strong retail experience who can confidently manage projects, engage with clients, and ensure cost certainty across fast-paced programmes of work. Key Responsibilities Preparation of early-stage cost plans, feasibility studies, and budget estimates Producing BQs, tender documentation, schedules of work, and employer's requirements Leading procurement: tender strategy, evaluation, negotiation, and contract award Managing cost control, valuations, variations, and final accounts Supporting value engineering, risk assessments, and life-cycle costing Providing contract administration under JCT and NEC forms Representing the consultancy in design team, project and commercial meetings Overseeing junior QS's and contributing to team development Supporting business development activities such as fee proposals and bids What They Are Looking For 5-12 years' experience in a PQS / consultancy environment Strong retail sector experience - roll-out programmes, frameworks or major retail developments Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar MRICS or progressing toward chartership Confident communicator capable of managing client relationships Technically strong, commercially aware, and able to deliver projects independently Comfortable managing multiple fast-paced projects simultaneously Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business. TPBN1_UKTJ

Applications Engineer - Oxford - Machine Vision Applications Engineer required to join an innovative machine vision specialist, supplying into blue-chip manufacturing companies. This role is a site-based role, working at my client's site in Oxford and offers individuals brimming with invention an extraordinary opportunity to join our ever growing, dynamic organisation, which thrives in the high-technology sector. The successful Applications Engineer will have the opportunity to develop automation, mechanical, and electrical skills, as well as all aspects of general industrial automation control and design. Benefits: Salary - £35,000 Company Pension 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Company Health Insurance Bonus Training Budget Free On-site Parking The Role: Design machine vision applications with machine vision software and hardware. Manage projects, work with team members, and communicate with suppliers and customers. Update internal project documentation, ensuring information is reliable for purchase, traceability, and project metrics analysis. Create specifications and test studies for the design of machine vision applications. Document mechanical, electrical and communication specifications and technical files. Work with the engineering team to manage and deliver projects on time. Integrate, commission and site acceptance test machine vision systems and machines at customer site. Provide training and support for machine vision machines and systems, remotely or at customer site. Create machine vision solutions for use in customer demonstrations, evaluations and proposals. Requirements: Minimum of 2 years of engineering industry experience. Educated to degree level in an Engineering discipline or related field (2.1 or above). Clean and full UK driving licence. Knowledge of machine vision, image processing, camera technology, optics and lighting technology would be highly desirable but is not essential. WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. TPBN1_UKTJ

0 Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary. Role: Nursery Cook | Catering for up to 128 children aged 6 weeks-5 years old. Location: Sandfield Day Nursery | Headington, Oxford | OX3 7RH (on the John Radcliffe Hospital site). Contract: Permanent | 37.5 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern: Monday-Friday | Alternating shifts of 07:00am-15:30pm and 09:00am-17:30pm. Salary: £24,316.50-£29,971.50 per annum (pro-rata) | £12.47-£15.37 per hour. We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 43-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’, supporting one another to grow and succeed. Why join us? • Generous annual leave: 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays., • Work-life balance: Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our Partnership Reward Days incentive; take your leave or sell the days you accrue, tax-free., • Childcare discount: 75% discount (or 40% grandparent discount) on your fees at any Childbase nursery, from day one., • Exclusive partner benefits: Long-service rewards, qualification bonuses and retail discounts., • Wellbeing support : Free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and a free will-writing service., • We are employee-owned: Every colleague is a partner with a voice, who helps drive our success; when we do well, we each receive an annual tax-free dividend., • We are number 1: Ranked top of the Nursery World league tables for our Ofsted outcomes., • We are community driven : Supporting causes close to our hearts, we’ve raised more than £3.5 million for charity., • You are passionate about preparing wholesome, healthy meals: You have professional catering experience and can prepare and cook a range of foods from a set-menu, using fresh ingredients, providing suitable alternatives for children with allergies and dietary requirements., • You are diligent: Your attention to detail, knowledge of COSHH, allergens, manual handling and environmental health legislation, alongside your Food Hygiene training, will ensure you, your co-Cook, and your Kitchen Assistant maintain 5-star hygiene standards within the kitchen., • You are an advocate for safeguarding: You will ensure the well-being and dietary needs of every child are met and their understanding of healthy eating is promoted. Applicants must currently reside within a commutable distance of the nursery and hold suitable Right to Work in the UK; VISA sponsorship is not available. Safer recruitment checks apply, which include an Enhanced DBS check.

Job Description No agencies please Summary We are seeking a Senior Geophysicist who is highly motivated, inquisitive, and thorough, capable of leading and managing complex geophysical projects. This individual will have in-depth knowledge of geophysical investigations, a strategic mindset, and a passion for mentoring and sharing knowledge within our growing team. You will play a leading role in a range of high-profile, complex projects. You will collaborate with industry experts, mentor emerging talent, and push the boundaries of what is possible in the field of geophysics, all while contributing to research and development efforts that keep Zetica at the cutting edge of the industry. Responsibilities Technical Leadership: Lead the design and planning of geophysical surveys, providing input on complex technical solutions at the proposal stage, and refining these during project execution. As a senior member of the team, you will oversee the application of advanced geophysical techniques to meet client needs. Fieldwork Oversight: Oversee data quality and ensure technical integrity throughout fieldwork stages, conducting site visits as required. You will ensure field teams are fully supported, while also leading technically demanding fieldwork when necessary. Advanced Data Analysis: Provide leadership in the processing, interpretation, and reporting stages of projects, taking full responsibility for complex and high-value projects. You will be expected to review outputs and ensure data-driven insights are delivered clearly to clients and internal teams. Quality and Innovation: Maintain and enhance Zetica's high standards of quality assurance, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget, while incorporating innovative techniques and solutions where applicable. Cross-Sector Expertise: Lead projects across Zetica's core departments, including transport infrastructure, engineering/geotechnical, geological/environmental geophysical surveys, unexploded ordnance detection, and utility service detection. You will drive excellence in a variety of sectors, applying advanced geophysical methodologies and instrumentation. Mentorship and Development: As a senior figure within the business, mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance to colleagues, helping to develop the skills and expertise of the wider team. Occasional Fieldwork: While your role will be predominantly office-based, you will be required to undertake occasional fieldwork. This will mostly take place in the UK but may involve some international travel, depending on project requirements. Requirements We are looking for an experienced Senior Geophysicist with the following profile: Academic Qualifications: A postgraduate degree in geophysics or a related field. Experience: At least 7 years of relevant hands-on experience in high-resolution, near-surface geophysical investigations, with a proven track record of managing complex, large-scale geophysical projects from planning through to delivery. The successful candidate will have significant experience leading teams and overseeing high-value projects. Technical Expertise: Proficiency in a wide range of geophysical methods, including: Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Electromagnetics (EM) Magnetometry Microgravity Electrical methods (e.g., resistivity, induced polarisation) Seismic methods (e.g., P- and S-wave seismic refraction, surface wave analysis Software Proficiency: Expertise in geophysical data processing and interpretation software such as Oasis Montaj, GeoGiga, SurfSeis, Res2Dinv, Zonde, Aarhus Workbench, or similar. Experience with coding in Python for custom data processing and automation is highly desirable, as well as proficiency with GIS and mapping tools like AutoCAD, Microstation, ArcGIS, and QGIS. Leadership and Communication: Strong leadership capabilities, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ability to present complex technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders is essential. Strategic Thinking: A forward-thinking individual who can identify opportunities for innovation and is adept at driving research and development within the geophysics discipline. You must already have the right to work in the UK, as we do not sponsor for a visa. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Private medical insurance Profit sharing Education: Bachelor's (required) Experience: Geophysics: 5 years (required) Licence/Certification: full clean manual driving licence (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Location: Eynsham (preferred) Willingness to travel: 25% (preferred) Work Location: In person

Building Biodiversity Better Step out of the ordinary and shape the future of ecology. At Ecology by Design , we're redefining what it means to be an ecological consultant - blending scientific rigour with creativity, innovation, and a genuine commitment to restoring nature. Here, your expertise isn't boxed in by bureaucracy or lost in endless process. It drives real-world change. If you're a Senior or Principal Ecologist ready to take ownership of your work, influence project outcomes, and lead with purpose, this is your moment. You'll join a passionate, forward-thinking team where autonomy, trust and technical excellence go hand in hand — and where your ideas shape landscapes, policy, and the next generation of ecological practice. This isn't just another consultancy role, it's a chance to be part of a movement that puts biodiversity, innovation, and people at the heart of everything we do. We are Ecology by Design. The Role at a Glance Ecologist (Senior / Principal Level) Location: Inviting candidates from c100 mile radius of Oxford / Chalgrove Salary: Negotiable, depending on expertise Plus Benefits Contract: Full-time, Permanent - Part-time and flexible working considered Pedigree: CIEEM Registered Practice. Certified “Great Place to Work Clients include: English Heritage, Knight Frank, Savils, Oxfordshire County Council, Ridge Why Join Ecology by Design At Ecology by Design, we're not your typical corporate consultancy - and that's exactly the point. We're an independent, people-first ecology business built on trust, flexibility, and creativity. Forget timesheets, clock-watching, and rigid hierarchies. Here, you manage your own hours, work where you work best, and take unlimited holidays when you need them. We believe happy, trusted people do their best work - so we give you the freedom to shape how you work, not just what you do. Our offices are dog-friendly (yes, really), relaxed, and full of energy. You'll be surrounded by passionate ecologists who care deeply about their work and each other. We're an SME with a genuinely awesome team culture - from summer Olympics and Three Peaks challenges to Friday drinks and spontaneous adventures, there's always something happening if you want to get involved. We're proud to be diverse and inclusive, with team members from all backgrounds - LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, and from a wide mix of cultures and experiences. We see diversity as our collective superpower, and we'll help you use yours to the max. And if you're someone who loves to explore new ideas - whether it's experimenting with AI, testing new methodologies, or even building a new business from scratch - you'll have our full support. Our trust-first policy means we back innovation, not bureaucracy. If you're ready to leave behind the corporate red tape and join a consultancy where flexibility, creativity, and people come first - Ecology by Design is the place for you. We aim to: • Drive positive change to how people live with, work in and value the environment • Achieve better outcomes for biodiversity • Have a constant drive for quality and client satisfaction Company Values: Every member of the team is valued and: • We go the extra mile to achieve better outcomes for biodiversity • We are flexible and innovative, but we don't compromise on quality • We implement evidence-based, best-practice survey methods and mitigation • Team members are challenged to grow and develop their talents/expertise This is more than just a job - it's a chance to contribute to meaningful environmental change while developing your career in a supportive, flexible, and dynamic workplace. Key Responsibilities: • Deliver and/or lead a range of ecological consultancy work - including habitat surveys (Phase 1 / NVC / UK Habitats), protected species surveys, EcIAs, Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments, and mitigation design • Manage and deliver projects across the Home Counties, South, and Midlands, ensuring high-quality, client-focused outcomes • Undertake technical reviews of ecological reports and support consistent quality standards across the team • Support, mentor, and guide colleagues (depending on experience level) • Contribute to business development activities and help shape the growth of the consultancy About You: Essential: • A genuine passion for ecology and environmental conservation • Strong technical experience in habitat and/or protected species surveys • Survey licence for at least one protected species (e.g. bats, GCN, dormouse) or demonstrable specialist expertise in another ecological field • Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team • A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required Desirable: • Experience in EcIA, BNG, BREEAM, or related ecological assessments • Experience of mentoring or line management (particularly for Principal-level candidates) • GIS experience (QGIS/ArcGIS - training available) • CIEEM membership (or eligibility) • Degree (or equivalent) in an ecology-related discipline • Advanced or multiple species licences (e.g. Bat Low Impact, Badger) • Experience or interest in client development and consultancy growth What We Offer: • Competitive salary and benefits package • Hybrid working: a flexible mix of home and office base • Excellent training and development, including an unlimited external training budget and in-house learning • Paid professional memberships (e.g. CIEEM) • Apple computer and iPhone provided • Generous pension scheme • Unlimited annual leave and flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance • A supportive, collaborative culture where your ideas and expertise are valued • A chance to help shape a growing consultancy's culture and direction Company Culture: We maintain a healthy, team orientated, supportive culture. Communication is key to all that we do, both with clients and across the company. We prioritise the health and well-being of our staff. From encouraging people to take appropriate leave throughout projects and having in-house mental health support, keeping our team safe, healthy and feeling valued are all part of our company ethos. Whilst quality and timeliness of surveying and reporting is core to our business, we like to have fun too. If you're an ecologist looking to progress your career and make a tangible difference - whether stepping into senior responsibility or leading projects at a principal level - we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join a values-driven consultancy where your work truly matters • to our clients, our communities, and the planet. Application notice... We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. 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