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Technical Project ManagerCanterburyFull-time We are seeking a Technical Project Manager to lead and deliver complex engineering projects involving hardware and software/firmware systems. This role will see you managing projects from concept through to delivery, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, coordinating resources, managing stakeholders, and driving projects forward in a structured and proactive manner. This position would suit someone with a strong engineering background and proven experience in project management, ideally within defence or a related sector. Experience with surveillance, target acquisition, reconnaissance technologies, or similar environments would be highly beneficial. Key Responsibilities • Lead and coordinate project teams to ensure successful delivery of multiple engineering projects, • Define project scope, objectives, and technical feasibility with internal stakeholders, • Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets, • Monitor project progress, performance, and risks, implementing corrective actions where needed, • Manage changes to scope, schedule, and cost using appropriate processes, • Liaise with operations, supply chain, and external vendors to ensure alignment and delivery, • Prepare and present project reports covering status, budgets, and quality metrics, • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, • Identify and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle, • Ensure effective resource allocation and task delegation based on team capability, • Engineering background, ideally within a systems-related discipline, • Proven experience managing engineering projects (mechanical, software, electro-optics, or systems), • Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools, • Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and structured project gate processes, • Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills, • Experience managing budgets, costs, and project performance, • Familiarity with Microsoft Project and other project management tools, • Experience in maritime or defence environments is advantageous, • Strong leadership and team coordination abilities, • Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, • Ability to manage risk and drive continuous improvement, • Confident communicator with strong negotiation skills, • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities Benefits • Competitive salary with profit-sharing scheme, • Stakeholder pension and private medical cover, • Death in service benefit, • 9-day fortnight (every other Friday off) CV's in word format to be sent to New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on our website or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and x@nagrecruitment We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.

Prison Support Role HMP Isle of Wight £29,432 His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you. As an Operational Support Grade, you will play a key part in supporting the day-to-day running of a busy prison. You will be part of a supportive team doing all sorts of things – from security and searches at the gate, to managing deliveries, supervising visitors, and monitoring phone calls and CCTV. It’s a varied and active job involving tasks which combine some desk duties with more physical tasks such as lifting, carrying and walking to escort vehicles across the prison grounds. Driving duties are an essential part of the OSG role at HMP Isle of Wight and therefore candidates are required to hold a full, valid UK Driving Licence. Someone like you You don’t need any qualifications to do this job, but if you are a good communicator and can keep calm under pressure, this fast-paced role could be the start of a successful career for you. Helping to keep a prison running smoothly and safely you will have good judgement and common sense, and, above all, be a great team player. As an OSG, you will work a variety of shifts, including weekend and night shifts, to keep things running. An extraordinary job In this unique career, you’ll have the opportunity to protect the public and make an impact on lives by supporting the important work happening daily in our prisons. Unlike our prison officers, your contact with prisoners is limited, although depending on the particular prison you may interact with prisoners occasionally. The OSG role will give you significant knowledge and experience of how a prison operates. It can provide opportunities to move into other prison jobs, including opportunities to apply for the OSG to Prison Officer conversion scheme. What you can expect from us: You’ll be given great training and opportunities for progression and development. In addition to your base pay, you will receive: annual leave is 25 days on appointment and will increase to 30 days after 10 years’ service (calculated on a pro-rata basis) 9 days bank, public and privilege holidays access to a paid Level 2 apprenticeship in customer service access to the generous Civil Service pension scheme season ticket loans, retail discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme and a Cycle to Work scheme If this sounds like you, apply now.

Job Title: Cleaner Hours: Monday to Friday; 4pm-7pm Location: Education environment in Canterbury About the Role: We're looking for a dedicated Cleaner to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for staff and students. The role involves general cleaning duties across classrooms, communal areas, and the refectory to ensure the buildings are ready for the next day. Main Duties: Vacuuming classrooms and corridors Emptying bins and replacing liners Wiping down desks, tables, and surfaces Cleaning floors and touch points Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness across all areas About You: Reliable, punctual, and take pride in your work Able to work independently and follow instructions Previous cleaning experience is essential Please note that this role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on our website or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and (email address removed) We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles

A leading Tier One civil engineering and infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Site Agent with a strong background in structures to support the delivery of a major highways infrastructure scheme in Kent. The business delivers complex projects across the UK, including highways, rail, aviation, utilities, and large-scale building developments for both public and private sector clients. With a strong reputation for delivering technically challenging works, they continue to play a key role in improving national infrastructure networks. This opportunity will see the successful candidate take responsibility for the structures package on a high-profile transport improvement project in the Canterbury area. The scheme includes the construction of a new link road featuring a substantial multi-span viaduct crossing a river corridor, surrounding floodplain, and an operational railway line. The Site Agent will work closely with the wider delivery team to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with programme and quality expectations. About you: Technical qualification (example degree in civil engineering or HND) Proven technical organisational skills Knowledge of the requirements and implementation of Ability to produce Work Package Plans, Task Briefing Sheets, and safe systems of work Knowledge of Safety, Quality and Environmental issues Experience in civil engineering Must have experience in delivering major structures Benefits: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service

Mental Health Group Facilitation Co-Ordinator Location: East Kent Salary : £26,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Fixed Term Contract until 31/03/2027 A unique opportunity to shape and deliver a new integrated group programme supporting people with co-occurring mental health and substance misuse needs across East Kent and Medway. This is a full-time role (35 hours per week), offered on a fixed-term basis until 31/03/2027. We're looking for a motivated and collaborative practitioner to coordinate and facilitate psychosocial group interventions, ensuring service users receive joined-up, person-centred support that responds to complex needs. You'll play a key role in bringing services together, strengthening joint working between mental health and substance misuse teams, and improving outcomes for those we support. What you'll be doing • Coordinating and delivering a regional group programme across East Kent and Medway * Facilitating psychosocial drug and alcohol group sessions * Assessing suitability for group interventions and reviewing referrals * Maintaining contact with service users before and after group work * Working closely with mental health providers and partner agencies * Supporting evaluation, reporting, and continuous service improvement Who this role supports, You'll be working with adults (18+) who may: • Experience co-occurring mental health and substance misuse needs * Be involved with criminal justice or social care services * Require coordinated support from multiple services and agencies What we're looking for • Experience in mental health, substance misuse, or psychosocial support * Confidence in facilitating group work and delivering 1:1 interventions * Strong partnership-working skills across multidisciplinary teams * Ability to assess risk, manage referrals, and prioritise effectively * A reflective, proactive, and solution-focused approach This is a highly collaborative role where integrated working is essential. You'll need to build strong relationships across services, support continuity of care, and contribute to a developing group programme that makes a real difference to people's lives. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - • Flexible working * Training and development opportunities * Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) * Season Ticket Loan Scheme * Cycle to work scheme * Crisis Loan Scheme * Electric Car Scheme * 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) * Access to Blue Light Card * 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays * Contributory Pension Scheme - Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years' service and up to 9% thereafter * Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) * Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Diversity at Forward Trust The Forward Trust commits to providing opportunities to everyone. We want to ensure we have a diverse team with a range of lived and professional experiences. This includes those with 'Lived Experience' of addiction, offending, or homelessness. When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application. . html

Mental Health Group Facilitation Co-Ordinator Location: East Kent Salary: £26,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Fixed Term Contract until 31/03/2027 A unique opportunity to shape and deliver a new integrated group programme supporting people with co-occurring mental health and substance misuse needs across East Kent and Medway. This is a full-time role (35 hours per week), offered on a fixed-term basis until 31/03/2027. We’re looking for a motivated and collaborative practitioner to coordinate and facilitate psychosocial group interventions, ensuring service users receive joined-up, person-centred support that responds to complex needs. You’ll play a key role in bringing services together, strengthening joint working between mental health and substance misuse teams, and improving outcomes for those we support. What you’ll be doing * Coordinating and delivering a regional group programme across East Kent and Medway * Facilitating psychosocial drug and alcohol group sessions * Assessing suitability for group interventions and reviewing referrals * Maintaining contact with service users before and after group work * Working closely with mental health providers and partner agencies * Supporting evaluation, reporting, and continuous service improvement Who this role supports, You’ll be working with adults (18+) who may: * Experience co-occurring mental health and substance misuse needs * Be involved with criminal justice or social care services * Require coordinated support from multiple services and agencies What we’re looking for * Experience in mental health, substance misuse, or psychosocial support * Confidence in facilitating group work and delivering 1:1 interventions * Strong partnership-working skills across multidisciplinary teams * Ability to assess risk, manage referrals, and prioritise effectively * A reflective, proactive, and solution-focused approach This is a highly collaborative role where integrated working is essential. You’ll need to build strong relationships across services, support continuity of care, and contribute to a developing group programme that makes a real difference to people’s lives. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - * Flexible working * Training and development opportunities * Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) * Season Ticket Loan Scheme * Cycle to work scheme * Crisis Loan Scheme * Electric Car Scheme * 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) * Access to Blue Light Card * 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays * Contributory Pension Scheme – Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years’ service and up to 9% thereafter * Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) * Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Diversity at Forward Trust The Forward Trust commits to providing opportunities to everyone. We want to ensure we have a diverse team with a range of lived and professional experiences. This includes those with ‘Lived Experience’ of addiction, offending, or homelessness. When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application

CoRE is a small team of 7 recruitment policy and strategy experts (3 team leaders and 4 senior policy consultants) who look after some of the biggest strategic recruitment issues in the Civil Service, working with colleagues across the system and wider industry to deliver the highest quality advice

Must hold an SVQ in Social Services (Children & Young People) at SCQF Level 6 (or an alternative SSSC recognised equivalent qualification).

While we must balance such requests with the need to ensure the quality of the important services we deliver is not compromised, we will ensure that each request is given careful consideration with a view to achieving a positive outcome wherever possible.

If you feel you have skills, experience, and confidence to help us continue to deliver these services, we would like to hear from you. Must hold an SVQ in Social Services (Children & Young People) at SCQF Level 6 (or an alternative SSSC recognised equivalent qualification).

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation. Provide care and support to service users within a very sheltered housing facility.

Must hold an SVQ in Social Services (Children & Young People) at SCQF Level 6 (or an alternative SSSC recognised equivalent qualification).

From every day life, to changing someone's world.Care Support Worker – Lifeways Chaplin .Bank contract - 0 hours per week Shifts: 8am–3:30pm / 3:00pm–11pm | Monday to SundayBeing a driver is essential for this role.Are you looking for a career where you can feel valued, be

Must hold an SVQ in Social Services (Children & Young People) at SCQF Level 6 (or an alternative SSSC recognised equivalent qualification).

Senior Civil Engineer, Civil Infrastructure Engineer, Civil Design Engineer, Highways Engineer, Drainage Engineer, Principal Civil Engineer, Engineer Level 4, Infrastructure Design Lead, Civil Project Engineer, Civil Engineering Consultant. An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Civil Engi

Must hold an SVQ in Social Services (Children & Young People) at SCQF Level 6 (or an alternative SSSC recognised equivalent qualification).

This is an excellent opportunity for a Civil & Structural Engineer to contribute to cutting-edge energy transition projects, delivering safe, innovative and sustainable infrastructure that will shape the future of low-carbon energy systems. Degree in Civil, Structural, or related Engineering discipl

Civil Site Engineer- Renewable Energy (Solar & Bess). Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering /. Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.

Deliver robust civil engineering designs to a high standard within the water and wastewater sector. Degree qualified in Civil Engineering (or equivalent). Solid civil design experience covering gravity and pressurised systems, tanks, chambers and treatment assets.

This is a technically focused, collaborative role working across development, design, procurement, and construction teams to ensure civil works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with UK and international standards. You will take ownership of civil design coordination, support project de

Civil Engineer or Civil Design Engineer. Approaching or at Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status with the Institution of Civil Engineers or another relevant institution. Previous experience in the water sector is not essential, we would look for technical skills transferrable to a civil engineer

Strong proficiency in civil design tools such as AutoCAD, Civil3D, MicroDrainage (or similar). Civil Design Engineer | Outside IR35 Contract | Water Sector. This long‑term contract offers the chance to take a leading role in developing, reviewing, and coordinating civil engineering designs in a fa

Relevant experience in water or wastewater civil design. Strong technical knowledge across civil design and understanding of multidisciplinary project interfaces. Civil Design Engineer → Technical Director – Water & Wastewater.

Hiring: Senior Civil Engineer (Wastewater – Non-Infrastructure). We are looking for a Civil Engineer with proven experience delivering.

Applica is currently looking to engage with Civil Site Engineers to join a leading international infrastructure company on a permanent basis. Deliver site engineering support on large-scale civil engineering projects. Qualified Civil Engineers (degree or equivalent).

Senior / Principal Civil Design Engineer – Water (AMP). We’re currently recruiting a Senior or Principal Civil Design Engineer to support AMP water and wastewater projects as part of a busy integrated design team. Lead and deliver civil design on water and wastewater projects.

Previous experience with using ServiceNOW (or equivalent service management tool) and JIRA/Confluence. Proven experience of delivering application support to business critical mainframe services in 24*7 SLA-driven environments (5 years+). Join our MeTS Settlement and Specialist Services Business Uni

Quest Global is an organisation at the forefront of innovation and one of the worlds fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognised expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are looking to expand our civil engineer capability in all levels of experie

The service is located just off High Bungay Road and George Lane and just a few minutes' drive away from the A146. As public transport does not always align with shift patterns, we recommend that applicants have a driving licence to ensure consistent travel to the service. We're looking for a dedica

During King's School holidays, days and hours may vary depending on the business needs.Some of the job responsibilities include:.To ensure that cleaning methods and standards are maintained at all times throughout all areas of the King's School.To assist with all the School lets.

Sevenoaks School is currently seeking to appoint a Boarding House Cleaner - Flexible (Part-time, all year round).We are looking for someone who is reliable and flexible to join the cleaning team.Previous cleaning experience is preferred but not essential.The successful candidate must be wi

Mobile Cleaner Required - Norfolk Area We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Mobile Cleaner to cover sites across the Norfolk area.This role is ideal for someone who can work independently, is flexible, and takes pride in maintaining high cleaning standards.A company van or car will be prov

Are you reliable, proactive and committed to making a difference?.Do you take pride in creating safe, clean and welcoming environments? If so, they’d love you to join their Estates and Facilities team at The Specialist Trust.A registered charitable trust supporting children and young adults with s

Thorn Baker FM are currently looking for a cleaners based in Narborough, LE19.This position is to start from ASAP.If you are available please apply via the link Location: Narborough, LE19 Hours and pay rate: Monday to Friday 05:30am - 11:30am 17:00pm - 23:00pm Weekly pay every Friday

Join an established and celebrated company known for delivering first-class property management services.

Join Nurseplus as a Support Worker – Make a Difference Every Day.At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need.You'll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts.Flexibility that Works for You.Choose your shifts

Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service. All our customers are referred to our service through the Mental Health Social Care Resource. We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Support Worker to join our Mental Health Social Care Service inTower Hamlets.

Superior Healthcare is recruiting.Senior Community Healthcare Support Workers.This is a rewarding night-shift role working with children who have complex clinical needs within their family homes.Your role will focus on ensuring each child is safe, comfortable, and supported to live a.Outdoor activit

We are seeking dedicated Support Workers to provide 2:1, 24/7 support for an individual living independently in their own home.The individual has autism, learning disabilities, is non-verbal, and may display challenging behaviours.Provide person-centred care and support at all times.Assist with dail

Are you passionate about empowering women affected by domestic abuse and helping them rebuild their lives with safety, dignity and confidence? We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist domestic abuse service that provides vital support to women and children across West Norfolk.

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Specialist Support Worker to join our Homelessness Social Care Service in Hackney. Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service.

Make a Difference in Mental Health Care –SUPPORT WORKER Positions Available! Are you a Mental Health Support Worker, looking for a dynamic and rewarding career? We are a leading NHS Framework & Private sector supply agency searching for compassionate and Support Workers to join our team! P

As a Forced Marriage and Honour Based Abuse Support and Outreach Worker you will provide person-centred, needs-led support, advocacy and safety planning to victims and survivors, ensuring they are safeguarded and supported to access appropriate services, including legal advice and assistance with ev

Our client helps vision-impaired ex-service people from every generation rebuild their lives regardless of how or when they lost their sight. The role operates in a peripatetic capacity and will involve regular travel across South & West Wales with occasional travel into England to meet service and

This post is an ideal opportunity to become involved in the delivery of a high-quality service, giving real job satisfaction. We are looking for Female Support Workers to join our team at the South Manchester Mental Health service in Fallowfield. The service provides 24-hour support, which includes

During King's School holidays, days and hours may vary depending on the business needs.Some of the job responsibilities include:.To ensure that cleaning methods and standards are maintained at all times throughout all areas of the King's School.To assist with all the School lets.

Part Time- 4:30pm-7:30pm Monday-Friday.We are currently looking for a.General cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting.Cleaning toilets, kitchens, and communal areas.Emptying bins and disposing of waste correctly.Replenishing cleaning supplies and consumables.Following hea

Carrying out any other cleaning works as directed by the Service Manager (such as voids).