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Job Description \n hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. \n The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below. \n Job Description: \n Your Impact Leonardo has an exciting opportunity for Project Engineering Leads based at our Southampton Site on the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).We are looking for a Project Engineering Lead (PEL) to join the engineering team on a permanent basis to lead parts of the Airborne Communication system on this project. This role will lead and manage a multi-disciplinary engineering team to deliver the project.Project Engineering Leads are responsible for the total engineering activity undertaken on a project or portfolio of projects and so manage cross-disciplined engineering teams. The Project Engineering Lead is tasked to ensure that the engineering team delivers a solution that is compliant with the customer technical requirements; contractual requirements; and legislative requirements. Working closely with Project Managers and Project Engineering Manager and Chief Engineer, the Project Engineering Lead must effectively plan and manage the engineering effort within projects from a performance, schedule and cost perspective.Reporting to a Project Engineering Manager, the Project Engineering Lead contributes to the monthly engineering governance cycle through preparation of engineering status reports. Project Engineering Leads build strong relationships with Engineering Functional Leads to ensure the resourcing plans for their projects are realistic and any issues arising are resolved swiftly. Project Engineering Leads also play a key role in business winning activities, coordinating the collection of engineering costs, preparation of engineering plans and holding engineering bid reviews. The role requires a candidate who is self-motivated, proactive and enthusiastic, with strong leadership and communication skills. The ability to foster and develop effective working relationships is key to ensure engineers perform to the levels required of the projects. A strong product design, commercial and business awareness is also essential to ensure that the engineering effort can be managed in the correct context for each given project.What you'll do; \n\n • Project Engineering Leads are responsible for the management of a multi-disciplined engineering team across multiple projects. Working closely with project managers and project engineering managers, they are responsible for delivery of the overall engineering output against time, cost and performance budgets.\nProject Engineering Leads are responsible for generating clear and relevant engineering plans, establishing key milestones and identifying risks, opportunities and interdependencies.Project Engineering Leads are responsible for reviewing the current engineering positions on projects, and adapting plans as required to mitigate risks to either cost, schedule or performance budgets. Project Engineering Leads are responsible for preparation and communication of monthly engineering status reports for each of their assigned projects into their line manager, the Head of Engineering ProjectsProject Engineering Leads are responsible for the coordination of engineering input into bids as part of the business winning process.Project Engineering Leads form part of the multi-functional management team for their IPT and may be required to represent engineering on that team at weekly and monthly progress and reporting meetings.\n What you'll bring; \n\n • Educated to a degree level in an engineering or related science based subject (essential)\nPrevious experience of managing and/or leading multi-disciplined engineering teams, taking responsibility for schedule and budget (essential)Strong understanding and proven track record of engineering lifecycles and processes (essential)Excellent written and verbal communication skills (essential)Experience of working on the development of hardware electronics, firmware, mechanical and software based products (Essential)Experience of working on the development of communications systems (Highly Desirable)Experience of collaborating with external partners for a development (sharing of models, code etc) (Desirable)Experience of working within the defence or aerospace industry (desirable) \n Security ClearanceThis role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: join usAt Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. \n\n • Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.\nSecure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.\n For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. xohmjla If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.Be part of something bigger - apply now! \n Primary Location: \n GB - Southampton \n Contract Type: \n Permanent \n Hybrid Working: \n Hybrid

We’re looking for an inspiring, guest‑focused Owner & Guest Experience Manager to champion outstanding service and elevate the complete journey for both Holiday Home Owners and Guests, from their first hello to their final farewell. If you’re passionate about creating memorable experiences, driving improvements, and leading high-performing teams, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a big impact. As an Owner & Guest Experience Manager, you’ll own the full end‑to‑end experience, ensuring every guest and owner feels valued, supported and welcomed. You’ll lead, coach and develop your team to deliver consistently brilliant service, while using insight and feedback to drive continuous improvement. You’ll build strong relationships, oversee events and engagement activities, and work closely with wider park teams to deliver a seamless, joined‑up customer experience at every touchpoint. What you will be doing... Act as the voice of the customer - using owner and guest feedback, insight and reviews to shape improvements. Analyse data and trends to identify emerging issues and opportunities to elevate service standards. Lead action plans that reduce escalations and enhance satisfaction scores. Recruit, inspire, train and develop a high‑performing customer‑focused team. Create a positive, supportive culture where colleagues feel confident and motivated. Lead by example, consistently demonstrating our values and service standards. Take full accountability for managing and resolving owner and guest complaints in line with company policies. Support the delivery of customer‑focused events and initiatives to strengthen engagement. Plan, schedule and deliver a broad range of owner and guest events - forums, drop‑ins, social activities and more. Work collaboratively with all park teams and central support functions to maintain consistency across the entire journey. About you... Proven experience managing and developing a customer‑focused team. Strong relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders. Good commercial awareness and understanding of how service excellence drives revenue. Excellent written and digital communication skills for guest‑facing communication. Flexibility to work varied hours including weekends, evenings and bank holidays. A proactive, solution‑focused approach with a passion for delivering outstanding experiences. So, why Parkdean Resorts? Well, besides the one-of-a-kind team culture, stunning locations across the UK, and the chance to work with the UK's largest holiday park organisation, we can offer: The chance to develop your skills and boost your career across our 65 parks – we’ve got your back when it comes to training! You’re never on your own with our Employee Assistance Programme! It comes with a 24/7 confidential helpline for counselling and support - because your wellbeing is our top priority. A 50% discount for you and a 25% discount for friends and family when booking your holiday with us. A team member discount of 30%, available on everything from fabulous food to delicious drinks and even our fun leisure activities. Score awesome discounts! From tasty meal kits like Hello Fresh to your favourite local gyms, we’ve got deals on lots of brands just for you. We want to be a force for good and caring for our parks, people, and planet is a natural component of the way we do business. We celebrate our people, communities and natural environment, enabling us to enhance the amazing memories we create for many years to come. Are we the right fit for you? At Parkdean Resorts, every park is a place to start something great; a place where you can develop your skills, take on new challenges, and thrive alongside a team that supports you every step of the way. Our parks create meaningful memories for our guests and know that great service is more than a smile - it’s understanding the value of every moment. Because it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. Join a team that puts heart into every holiday. Be the Heart of the Park. Parkdean Resorts takes safeguarding seriously therefore background checks including DBS (or equivalent) will be carried out if appropriate. We want to do all we can to create an environment and recruitment process where people feel safe and comfortable to talk about disability. For any reasonable adjustment requests as part of the recruitment and assessment process, please contact Roisin at (email address removed)