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Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer – Estimator Location: Rochester; Kent: Onsite Salary: Circa £40,000 depending on experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: Working closely with the bid team, the Manufacturing Engineer will ensure that requirements are understood and flowed down through the operations and supply chain, and agree achievable timescales for provision of estimates. Take on a dynamic role where you’ll create high‑impact, cost‑effective estimates that shape winning proposals, collaborate closely with operations and supply chain teams, support customer and supplier fact‑finding, and influence key bid decisions. You’ll help drive continuous improvement by analysing build and support activity durations, while tracking material costs and build times to reveal true production costs as designs evolve, playing a vital part in turning innovative ideas into deliverable solutions. Core duties: • Coordinating inputs from operations and supply chain, producing high quality, achievable and cost-effective estimates for the provision of required services and products in support of the customer proposal, • Supporting fact finds by our customers for our estimates and also to support fact finds of our suppliers cost base, • Supporting the various phases of the bid review and approval process, and be able to articulate the content and basis of our estimates in a professional manner, • Reviewing build times & support activity durations, estimating future targets and working to improve processes, • Tracking material costs and build times during the development phase as the design matures to understand the true production cost Essential Skills: • Demonstrated ability to create detailed Manufacturing Build Instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and tooling/fixturing designs, • Understanding the transition of designs from development to full-scale manufacturing, ensuring Design for Manufacture (DFM), • Proven experience using systems like SAP, Oracle, or Epicor to manage complex Bills of Materials (BOMs), • Qualification in a relevant engineering discipline or time served in a similar role and/or CIPS Qualification (advantageous) The Manufacturing Engineering Team: As part of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the manufacture of current and future products across our entire product range and the full programme lifecycle. Working closely with stakeholders across Manufacturing and Engineering you will use your knowledge and experiences to support our manufacturing systems and processes during initial bid, new product introduction, production and repair to ultimately ensure product quality is met within schedule and budget targets. Why BAE Systems? Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 8th October 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-PD1 #LI-Onsite

Finance Business Partner \n Location: Sittingbourne \n Contract: Full time, permanent \n Salary: Circa £75k, plus benefits \n Reporting to: Head of Finance \n The opportunity \n An established, operationally focused business is looking for a Finance Business Partner to work alongside the teams running it’s operational functions and facilities. \n The priority for this role is simple: helping operational leaders make better financial decisions and driving the commercials with them. You will own the P&Ls for both areas, get close to what really drives cost and profit, and be the person operational teams turn to when deciding on capital spend, pricing, tenders and new business opportunities. \n It will suit a self-starter who takes the initiative rather than waiting for direction, enjoys working hands-on with the operation, and has the confidence to challenge non-finance teams and shape the decisions they make. \n What you'll be doing \n\n • Partner with operational leaders and their teams to support and influence day-to-day and strategic financial decisions\n, • Drive commercial performance with the operational teams, identifying and leading initiatives to improve profitability\n, • Provide commercially sound analysis on cost effectiveness, commercial viability and operational capability, for both ongoing operations and ad hoc projects including capital spend\n, • Work with the commercial team on deal structures to meet customer requirements, and help develop new business models to capture new opportunities\n, • Support tenders and pricing calculations\n, • Take full ownership of the P&Ls, including post-management accounts review and reporting, forecasting, budgeting and target setting\n, • Present regularly at partner meetings, turning financial information into clear actions\n, • Prepare and maintain KPI decks, continually improving KPI reporting to sharpen understanding and drive profitability\n, • Carry out detailed data analysis to help operational teams maximise their margins\n, • Support the monthly management accounts process, ensuring ledger accuracy feeds through to management information and Board reporting packs\n, • Review systems to ensure the data they produce is timely and accurate\n, • Propose and lead projects that improve the transparency and accuracy of information on products and services\n, • Perform ad hoc analysis to support key business decisions, and assist the Finance Director as required\n\n About you \n Essential \n\n • A track record of working with operational or non-finance teams to shape financial decisions and improve commercial outcomes\n, • Experience in a business partnering, commercial finance or management accounting role\n, • A genuine self-starter, able to work on your own initiative, spot opportunities and take ownership without close direction\n, • The confidence to challenge non-finance teams and push for continuous improvement\n, • Strong communication skills, able to present financial information clearly to operational audiences\n, • Excellent analytical skills and close attention to detail\n, • Strong Microsoft Excel skills\n\n Desirable \n\n • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) preferred; part-qualified or studying candidates with strong commercial experience will also be considered\n, • Experience with Power BI or other business intelligence reporting tools\n, • Experience in an asset-intensive or operational environment, such as logistics, transport, facilities management, manufacturing or industrial services\n

TPF Recruitment are currently supporting a fantastic chartered accountancy practice in Sittingbourne, Kent, who are recruiting for an Audit Manager on a permanent, full time, or part time basis. The practice has been established for many years and has seen excellent growth over the last 5 years, attracting some of the best candidates in the local area as a consequence of their relaxed and flexible approach, coupled with excellent exposure and great career prospects! \n \n The propitiation of audit and accounts work is flexible and can be built around the candidate's experience and aspirations. \n \n As an Audit Manager for this vacancy in Sittingbourne, you will be allocated your own client portfolio containing a mixed portfolio of corporate and not for profit audit clients. There are excellent progression prospects on offer for this Audit & Accountant Manager position. \n \n Main Duties and Responsibilities for this role: \n\n • Planning and delivery of audit/accounts assignments \n, • Lead some large and complex assignments\n, • Review statutory accounts preparation and corporate tax computations\n, • Supervise junior staff during the audit and review their work\n, • Deliver the audit file to the partner in timely manner\n, • Identify cross-selling opportunities and potential management letter points\n, • Manage client communication in effective manner\n, • Monitor your chargeability and your assignment budgets pro-actively\n, • Coach other staff for improved performance and technical development\n, • Develop specialist sector knowledge and keep abreast of industry developments \n, • Mentor audit & accounts trainees, contribute to the training and development programme\n\n Requirements \n For this Audit Manager vacancy in Sittingbourne, you will be: \n\n • ACA or ACCA qualified with post qualification experience, or qualified by experience\n, • Ability to apply audit standards through practical application\n, • Knowledge of UK GAAP\n, • Practical knowledge of the preparation of group accounts\n, • Knowledge of IFRS would be useful but not essential\n, • Experience of both not for profit clients and corporate clients would be advantageous but isn't essential\n\n Benefits \n\n • Audit Manager\n, • Circa £50,000 - £70,000 dependent on experience, background and qualifications - negotiable\n, • A highly competitive benefits package is also on offer\n, • Flexible working hours\n, • Hybrid working pattern 2-3 days from home\n, • Free parking\n

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent Starting Salary: £17.50 per hour Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday Flexibility: Occasional earlier starts and later finishes may be required We are currently recruiting for an experienced and proactive Yard Supervisor to join a operation in Sittingbourne. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced yard environment, takes pride in maintaining high safety standards, and has the confidence to lead by example. You will play a key role in ensuring the yard operates safely, efficiently and professionally, while helping to deliver an excellent experience for customers and colleagues. The Yard Supervisor will oversee the day-to-day flow of work through the yard, supporting the Yard Operatives and ensuring incoming and outgoing work is handled correctly, safely and to the required standards. • High standards of health & safety, housekeeping and professionalism are maintained at all times., • Yard operations run efficiently, with work moving smoothly through the pre and post processes., • Customers and visitors receive a professional, helpful and welcoming service., • All work is correctly labelled and accompanied by the appropriate paperwork., • Loads are built safely and securely, with banding applied where required to both incoming and outgoing work., • Yard Operatives are supported, directed and deployed effectively according to operational requirements., • Team members remain flexible and assist across different areas of the yard when required., • Any safety concerns, damaged or unsuitable work, weight discrepancies or other issues are reported promptly to the Operations Manager., • Visitors comply with site requirements, including wearing the correct PPE, signing in and being safely directed to the appropriate loading area., • Incoming work is inspected for suitability for quality control, including checking for:, • Adequate vent and drainage holes, • Paint or other contaminants, • Items requiring powder coating or shot blasting, • Oversized work that may not be suitable for the relevant process, • Oversized or unsuitable work is identified and clearly labelled, with the main office informed immediately., • Outgoing work is checked to ensure it has the correct paperwork, is handled safely and meets the required quality standards., • Any damage, discrepancies or quality concerns are identified and escalated without delay. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate: • Previous experience in a yard, warehouse, manufacturing, engineering, galvanizing or similar industrial environment., • Experience supervising, coordinating or leading a small team would be highly advantageous., • A strong understanding of health & safety and safe working practices., • The confidence to take responsibility and make decisions in a busy operational environment., • Excellent attention to detail, particularly when checking work , - .. ........ ....... ... ... ... not ?, • A professional and customer-focused approach., • Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues, customers and site visitors., • A flexible attitude and willingness to get involved and support the wider team., • The ability to work in a physically demanding, outdoor/yard-based environment., • A proactive approach to identifying and reporting issues before they become problems. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established operation where you will have a key role in the safe and efficient running of the yard. You will be joining a team where your experience, leadership and attention to detail will make a genuine difference to daily operations and customer satisfaction. Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. Flexibility will be required for occasional earlier starts and later finishes depending on operational requirements. Pay: Circa £17.50 per hour, with the final rate to be confirmed. If you are an experienced yard professional looking for your next step and enjoy a role that combines leadership, responsibility, customer service and hands‑on yard operations, we would be keen to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Area Sales Manager £35,000 - £40,000 + Car + Uncapped Commission (circa£10,000-£15,000) + Mobile + Laptop + iPad Kent Our Client are a leading provider of Material Handling Equipment, Training & Services who have aggressive growth plans in the UK and are now looking to add further External Salespeople to their Commercial function. Area Sales Manager based in the Kent area. The Role · 80% Business Development across any businesses within the Essex region who move Materials around a Warehouse or Manufacturing facility. · Selling Forklift Trucks, Forklift Truck Hire, Training, Service Contracts, Racking, Cleaning Equipment, Access Equipment into Warehouses and Manufacturers. · No pressure for the first 12 months – the company gives you plenty of freedom to bed into the company and are looking for people with loyalty and longevity/stability. The Candidate · Very strong at Business Development – not afraid to knock on doors – essential. · Ideally from a Materials Handling or Capital Equipment background but absolutely not essential – looking for the right person with the right attributes; Work Ethic, Positive Attitude, sound Student Mentality. · External sales experience essential. · You need to demonstrate loyalty and stability in your career. · You need to be driven, hungry to succeed – there is plenty of progression available within the company. If this role sounds of interest, then please contact Kate Shorthouse at TRC and apply via this advertisement with your CV. TPBN1_UKTJ

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Assistant Manager - Fashion Retail | Gillingham Salary: Up to £30,000 + Exceptional Benefits Are you ready to step into the fast-paced world of fashion? We're on the hunt for an enthusiastic, driven Assistant Manager to join a fashion store in the vibrant heart of Gillingham.This is your chance

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We're recruiting for a an Assistant Pig (Boar) Farm Manager in Lincolnshire, LN7.Our client is a leading organisation within the UK agricultural sector, combining traditional farming practices with modern, sustainable methods.As an Assistant Boar Stud Manager, you will play a key role in supporting

A new contract at a retail site in Aylesford requires a Chef de Partie to join established brigade.With shifts Monday to Friday, breakfast and lunch service Good work life balance Shifts to suit.Needs a level 2 health and hygiene certificate and a up to date allergen certificate.

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Location: Hildenborough, Tonbridge, Kent.Salary: £37,000£42,000 per annum, depending on experience.Hours: Full-time, 40 hours across five days.We are recruiting an experienced and enthusiastic Assistant Nursery Manager to help lead a busy early years setting in Hildenborough, near Tonbridge.This i

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VAT & PSA Assistant Manager, PAYE Settlement Agreement, Gatwick, Crawley, West Sussex If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.VAT & PSA Assistant Manager required to work for an exciting Professional Ser

Assistant Manager | Sportswear & Fashion Retail | Portsmouth | £28,000 - £32,000 | 4-Month FTC A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.We're recruiting for an Assistant Manager to join an exciting

Work Strata are hiring warehouse operatives for our well-known engineering client based in Eye, Suffolk.Successful candidates' daily responsibilities will include working to company procedures, assisting in the packing and shipping process, transporting stock around the warehouse using delivery cage

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Job Title: US Tax Assistant Manager Job Type: Permanent Location: London (Hybrid) Salary: £55-62,000 (Negotiable) + Bonus + Benefits The Role: The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of US tax clients, lead and support a variety of tax projects, provide strategic tax advice, oversee compli

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In this role you will shape the organisations security posture by developing and deploying a comprehensive security strategy.You will lead the internal Security team and collaborate with external agencies to protect assets, people, and operations.You will manage incident response, stay ahead of regu

In this role you support the delivery of high-value, complex infrastructure projects for public sector clients, focusing on programme, cost, and quality management across multidisciplinary teams.You will assist in planning, governance, and stakeholder coordination to keep projects on track.The posit

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Luxury hotel seeks a Senior Pastry Chef de Partie near Basingstoke, Hampshire, offering a salary of £34,000 plus service charge, with a farm-to-fork ethos.