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Category Manager - IT Infrastructure Hawards Heath / Crawley areaHybrid after on-boarding period£55,000-£68,000 base + 10% bonus + bens package Are you ready to take ownership of a high-impact category within a cutting-edge HPC and data centre environment?If you're passionate about strategic sourcing, vendor negotiation, and high-performance computing technologies, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. You'll step into a global procurement function where your expertise will directly shape the sourcing and delivery of mission-critical HPC infrastructure. This includes servers, compute, storage, networking, GPUs, CPUs and more-working closely with engineering, IT, operations, and finance teams. Key Responsibilities • Lead end-to-end sourcing across HPC hardware categories, including servers, GPUs/CPUs, networking and storage., • Develop sourcing strategies, run RFx processes, negotiate commercial agreements and deliver TCO-optimised outcomes., • Collaborate closely with engineering, IT and business stakeholders to understand requirements and shape effective category plans., • Build and manage supplier relationships, oversee performance, and support contract renewals., • Stay up to date with market trends and emerging HPC technologies., • Support CAPEX/OPEX planning and budgeting, and oversee purchase order activities.Skills & Experience, • Experience in strategic sourcing, procurement or category management., • Knowledge of data centre hardware - servers, GPUs/CPUs, networking, storage., • Proven supplier negotiation and vendor management expertise., • Strong financial/commercial acumen, with experience analysing cost models and TCO., • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills., • Ability to work autonomously across multiple concurrent projects.Salary, Benefits & Working Model, • £55,000-£68,000 base salary + 10% annual bonus, • Hybrid working after onboarding (3 days onsite), • 22 days holiday + buy/sell scheme, • Strong pension with employer contribution, • Private Medical & Dental options, • Wellbeing support platform, • Flexible benefits, discounts, gym membership schemes, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Visa sponsorship/relocation support available, • On-site gym and relaxed dress code, • Regular social and reward events Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

About the Company Sweeptech solves waste management problems in the most sustainable way through unique processes, innovation and technology. We provide a wide range of services that include waste consultancy, water and sludge treatment, hazardous and inert liquid waste removal, high pressure jetting, drainage maintenance and cleansing, CCTV surveys, road sweeping, septic waste removal and emergency flood response for various industries. Our team is committed to delivering excellent client service through efficiency, reliability, integrity and the best value. Due to our continued growth, we currently looking for experienced Class 2 HGV Road Sweeper drivers to join our South-East Depot. Tasks include mainly operating Mechanical Road Sweepers.. If you believe you have the skills and a positive attitude to help us continue to grow, we want to hear from you. Hours of work will be 50 hours, Monday to Friday, with the opportunity for overtime and weekend work paid at competitive rates. There are also opportunities for permanent night shifts. What will you be doing? Operating one of our many specialist vehicles at customer sites/areas collecting various waste streams from locations throughout the South-East Area. Completing daily vehicle and equipment checks Ensuring all paperwork is kept up to date and submitted daily in accordance with company policy. Complying with all traffic laws and legislation. Exceeding our customers expectations. What are we looking for? Class C (Cat C). If you are newly qualified, we also want to hear from you as we can support your development. Up to date DCPC - We can also support your training. Digital Tacho Card A can-do attitude A team player Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £37,804.00 per year Schedule: 10 hour shift Day shift Night shift Experience: Driving: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: Driver CPC (preferred) Category C Licence (required) Our Vision At Sweeptech, we are committed to building a respected and responsible environmental services businessone that supports cleaner communities, safer operations, and a more sustainable future. Our ambition is to be recognised not only for the quality of our service but for how we go about delivering itwith integrity, care, and a focus on continuous improvement. We are proud to have received independent national recognition for Environmental Leadership , Innovation and Technology , and Health and Safety Best Practice, being testament to the efforts of our people, the strength of our partnerships, and our commitment to doing things the right way. Our Core Values 1. Responsibility We take ownership of the impact of our services on the environment, our people, and the communities we serve. We work with care, transparency, and a belief that business should be a positive force. 2. Integrity We act with honesty, consistency, and fairness, earning trust through actions, not just words. 3. Respect We create an inclusive environment where all individuals are valued and supported. Respect for people, places, and perspectives is embedded in how we work. 4. Health & Safety First Safety is central to our culture. From our depots and recycling centre to every customer site, we apply the highest standards to protect people and prevent harm. Our national award for Health and Safety Best Practice reflects this commitment. 5. Sustainability We continuously look for smarter, cleaner ways to operate. Our investment in innovation helps us reduce environmental impact and support our clients' sustainability goals. 6. Community We recognise our role in the communities we operate increating local employment, supporting social value initiatives, and building relationships that last. 7. Excellence We take pride in delivering dependable, high-quality services. National awards for innovation and environmental performance are the result of our teams focus on doing the job wellevery time. Were proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all peoplewho see the advertised role is for them. If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know well be happy to help. TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Linux Engineer / Team Lead True High Performance Computing Systems Hybrid Working with Offices near Haywards Heath, West Sussex Package: Salary Circa £65k DOE + Benefits + Bonus Join an international, next-generation HPC data centre organisation as a Senior HPC Engineer and Eastern Hemisphere Technical Project Team member. This is a varied, high-impact position with broad responsibility - blending Level 3 technical support, technical project delivery, leadership, and cross-team collaboration. Responsbilities Provide 3rd line ('last line') Linux support. Work extensively on technical projects and proof of concepts, with a focus on next-generation data centre technologies (e.g. oil immersion cooling). Integrate new tools and technologies into business functions and continuously look to improve how existing systems operate. Act as a senior technical engineer/architect within an HPC and next-gen data centre environment. Serve as a strong deputy to senior leadership, stepping up to run meetings, gather updates, and communicate clearly with senior stakeholders when required. Present confidently to various audiences, propose new technologies, and ensure communication is clear and professional at all times. Potential travel to support wider regional projects, including new data centre builds (especially within Asia-Pacific), as required. As/when available, join a 24/7 on-call rota (approximately 10% on-call allowance), once settled into the role and as dictated by team needs. Requirements Strong technical background with advanced Linux administration experience; direct HPC background is highly desirable but not mandatory if you have high-level Linux and architectural skills and learn quickly. Proven ability to run technical projects end-to-end: from discovery through evaluation, proof of concept, implementation, documentation, and presentation. Experience integrating new technologies into business environments and improving existing systems. Ability to act as a hands-on senior technical engineer while also stepping up as deputy when needed. Comfortable running meetings, gathering updates, and communicating clearly and confidently with both technical colleagues and senior business stakeholders. Strong presentation skills; capable of proposing and explaining new technologies to different audiences. Team-oriented mindset-able to mentor, encourage collaboration, and help pull together a group of technically excellent but introverted engineers. This role would suit an individual who may have held the following roles: Linux Administrator, Linux Systems Administrator, Linux Platform Engineer, Linux Systems Engineer, HPC Systems Engineer Technical Stack/Skills: Linux Administration, HPC Environments / Clustering, Ansible, Puppet, GitLab, Terraform, Containerisation, Docker, Kubernetes, OpenStack, CI/CD, Scripting in Bash / Python / Perl, ITSM tools, Jira, Cloud Administration, Virtualisation, GPU Technologies, RAID Technologies, Oil Immersion Cooling, CCRBs. Relevant certifications: LPIC-2/3, CompTIA Linux+, ITIL Foundation. What Makes This Unique Wide remit: combine projects, leadership, and L3 troubleshooting Discovery and adoption of emerging tech (e.g., immersion cooling) Regional influence, with possible future travel across Asia-Pacific. Fast-growing, collaborative, close-knit team (4-5 core members). Hands-on role with lasting impact on team, tech vision, and operations. Location: The office is near Haywards Heath / Burgess Hill and is easily commutable (15-35 minutes) from Crawley, Horsham, Worthing and Uckfield. Within an hour of Guildford, Woking, Royal Tunbridge Wells, South London, Maidstone and Eastbourne. Hybrid working is available, but candidates should ideally be within an hour of the office. Visa Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is available; however, prior UK-based experience is required. You must already reside and be settled in the UK with UK employer experience. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. TPBN1_UKTJ

Head Chef - Up to £71k Package and 2.5 days off per week We're recruiting an experienced Head Chef to lead a talented brigade in Burgess Hill, offering a rare combination of strong earnings, creative freedom and lifestyle-friendly hours. This Head Chef role is ideal for someone who enjoys leading from the front, cooking with exceptional fresh produce and shaping a kitchen operation while enjoying genuine support in Burgess Hill. What you'll get from this role £55,000 - £65,000 DOE plus tronc of around £6,000 per year Weekly paid tips, bonuses and competitive overall package Excellent work-life balance with 2.5 days off and reasonable finish times 45-50 hour working week with flexible, lifestyle-friendly shifts Lead and develop an 8-strong brigade in Burgess Hill Family-run, supportive environment with long-term stability Opportunity to gain exposure to wider business operations Your role as Head Chef Overseeing the daily running of the kitchen and full brigade Leading, motivating and inspiring the team with confidence Creating seasonal menus, specials and fresh dishes cooked to order Planning and delivering events efficiently Managing stock control, GP, ordering and food waste Organising rotas, recipes and training manuals Maintaining excellent health and safety standards Working closely with Front of House to deliver outstanding service What we're looking for Proven experience as a Head Chef within a restaurant or gastro pub Strong background in fresh, high-quality food A confident leader who thrives under pressure Creative approach to seasonal menus and presentation Strong mentoring skills and passion for developing every Chef Commercial awareness with solid GP and cost control knowledge Own transport required for this Burgess Hill location This Head Chef position is perfect for a Chef ready to take ownership of a respected kitchen, influence standards and enjoy a balanced lifestyle in Burgess Hill. If you're ready to make your mark as Head Chef in Burgess Hill, apply now. Apply now Consultant: Bradley Baxendale Job Number: 934813 / INDCHEFS Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. TPBN1_UKCT

Operations Manager (Piling Foundations / Construction) £42,500 - £50,000 + Uncapped Bonus (Net Profit Growth) + (£58k-£62k OTE) + Electric Company Car + Progression + Training + Benefits Haywards Heath Are you an experienced Operations Manager who thrives on ownership, structure, and accountability within a technical, fast-moving environment? This well-respected UK specialist supplier delivers innovative foundation systems across residential, SME, and civil engineering projects. With business throughout West Sussex and beyond, they are industry leaders in specialist piling solutions. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will oversee enquiries, quotations, scheduling, logistics coordination, and project tracking from first contact through to installation and completion. Acting as the central operational hub, you will ensure processes are followed, deadlines are met, customers are informed, and standards remain high across every project. This role would suit a highly organised, detail-driven Operations professional who enjoys taking control, improving systems, and being accountable for smooth delivery across the entire operation. The Role: Oversee daily operational performance of the business * Manage incoming enquiries and quotation processes * Coordinate logistics, scheduling and installation support * Track projects from enquiry through to completion * Improve systems and drive operational efficiency * Ensure high service standards and clear stakeholder communication The Person: Experience in an Operations role in the construction/groundworks industry Full UK driving licence If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Reference Number: BBBH24141 Keywords: Operations Manager, Construction Operations, Foundations, Ground Engineering, Civil Engineering, Logistics Management, Project Delivery, SME Manufacturing, Technical Coordination, Process Improvement We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website. TPBN1_UKTJ

Catering General Manager Contract Catering Business & Industry Haywards Heath - West Sussex Monday to Friday Salary: £45,000 An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Catering General Manager to lead a high-profile B&I contract within a flagship workplace environment. This is a role with genuine ownership of the operation, offering the opportunity to shape service delivery, lead a committed team, and build relationships with key stakeholders & clients. The site delivers a diverse catering offer, including staff dining, grab-and-go & vending and a busy hospitality and events operation. It is a fast-paced, people-focused environment, ideal for a hands-on leader who enjoys being operational while maintaining a strategic overview. The Catering General Manager has full responsibility for the day-to-day of the catering operation, ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, service delivery, and customer experience. Oversee all aspects of the F & B operation across the site. Ensure service standards are met while delivering exceptional client service. Managing staff dining, grab-and-go and vending, and hospitality and events operations. Lead, develop, and motivate a team of approximately 15 staff through strong positive leadership. Act as the primary point of contact for senior internal clients, VIPs, and visitors. Manage budgets, controlling costs, monitoring stock to ensure contract profitability. Support marketing and engagement initiatives to drive sales and participation. Ensure full compliance, consistency, and continuous improvement across the operation. About You Proven experience managing a B&I catering contract. Strong hospitality and events delivery experience. A natural, confident people-focused leader with a hands-on management style. Excellent relationship-building skills with a calm and professional approach. Strong commercial awareness, including budgeting, reporting, and cost control. A genuine passion for food, service excellence, and the guest experience. Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently. FOH1 TPBN1_UKCT