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Job Description – Senior Installation Engineer This excellent company are looking for an experienced Security Installation & Commissioning Engineer to join the team. As a business we design, install, maintain, and support high-level CCTV, Access Control & Intruder Alarms Security Systems covering the UK & Europe. As an independent, privately-owned company with over 20 years of experience, we act as a dedicated security partner to our clients, offering advice, the latest technology, a professional service and an unbeatable client experience. REQUIREMENTS 1. Experienced in Installation & Commissioning 2. Advanced knowledge with Access Control – Gallagher, Paxton, Maxxess & Avigilon 3. Advanced knowledge with CCTV – Avigilon, Milestone, Hanwha, IDIS 4. Advanced knowledge with Intruder – Texecom, Galaxy & AJAX 5. Advanced knowledge within IP Networks 6. Able to work in UK & Europe KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Site Survey & Meetings 2. Installation 3. Commissioning 4. Project Management PACKAGE 1. Annual Leave – 30 days including Bank Holidays 2. Private Healthcare (upon successful completion of 6-months’ probation) 3. Pension Scheme (upon completion of 3-months employment) 4. Advanced Manufactures Training 5. Company Vehicle (Van or Car) 6. Company Credit Card 7. Mon to Fri – 8am – 5pm - (40 hours per week -1 Hour lunch break) 8. Travel Paid – 30 mins each way 9. Laptop & mobile phone provided 10. Test Equipment to be provided 11. Salary 46k to 52k - Dependent on experience (OTE 68k Plus) Successful applicants will be subject to a full security check We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees

Bookkeeper Location: Stevenage - Office Based Salary: £35,000-£40,000 per annum, plus an attractive benefits package and pension Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm Reporting to: Managing Director Accounting Software: QuickBooks Online The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced, organised and proactive Bookkeeper to join a growing UK business based in Stevenage. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional to take ownership of the day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration of an SME. Working closely with the Managing Director and liaising with the external accountant, you will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely reconciliations and providing reliable financial information to support business decisions. The ideal candidate will have strong practical bookkeeping experience, excellent attention to detail and recent, hands-on experience using QuickBooks Online. You will be comfortable working independently, investigating discrepancies and ensuring financial records are accurate, complete and up to date. Key Responsibilities Day-to-Day Bookkeeping Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records using QuickBooks Online, ensuring all transactions are supported by appropriate invoices, receipts and documentation. Process supplier invoices, expenses, customer invoices and credit notes accurately. Apply appropriate account codes and VAT treatments, referring complex or unfamiliar matters to the external accountant where necessary. Review bank feeds, match transactions and ensure duplicate entries are avoided.Banking and Payments Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards and other relevant accounts regularly, completing formal month-end reconciliations. Investigate discrepancies, resolve errors and maintain a clear audit trail. Prepare supplier payment schedules and payment batches for approval. Follow established financial controls, including expenditure approval procedures and verification of supplier bank details.Sales and Purchase Ledgers Maintain accurate customer and supplier accounts and balances. Allocate customer receipts and supplier payments, reconcile supplier statements and resolve account queries. Monitor overdue customer accounts and undertake appropriate credit-control activities. Prepare clear aged debtor and creditor reports.Month-End and Financial Reporting Complete the agreed month-end checklist and investigate unusual or unexplained balances. Produce routine profit and loss, balance sheet and cash-position reports. Highlight significant financial movements, overdue debts and upcoming payment requirements to management. Prepare supporting schedules and financial information for the external accountant. Assist with year-end preparation and respond to accountant queries.VAT and Financial Administration Prepare VAT returns and supporting reconciliations for review and submission, where authorised. Maintain organised digital financial records and promptly identify missing documentation. Ensure financial information is accurate, complete and readily accessible. Identify opportunities to improve bookkeeping processes, reporting and financial controls.Payroll Payroll responsibilities will depend on the final scope of the role. These may include preparing payroll inputs for an external provider, checking approved payroll changes, reviewing payroll outputs, maintaining confidential records and coordinating payroll-related reporting and payments. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Demonstrable experience maintaining the books of a UK business with a comparable volume and complexity of transactions. Recent, practical experience using QuickBooks Online, including bank feeds, reconciliations, customer and supplier accounts, VAT reporting and standard financial reports. A sound understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and the relationship between the profit and loss account and balance sheet. Working knowledge of routine UK VAT treatment and the documentation required to support financial entries. The ability to investigate discrepancies and complete reconciliations independently. Competent Excel skills, including sorting, filtering, basic formulas and reconciling data. Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines reliably. Clear and professional communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with colleagues, customers, suppliers and external accountants. A responsible approach to handling confidential financial information.A relevant AAT, ICB or equivalent qualification would be advantageous. However, candidates with strong, demonstrable practical bookkeeping experience will also be considered. Desirable Experience The following would be beneficial but are not essential: QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification. Payroll administration experience, depending on the agreed responsibilities. Experience improving bookkeeping processes or bringing financial records up to date following a backlog. Cash-flow reporting and credit-control experience. Experience within a similar business environment.Personal Attributes We are looking for a self-starter who takes ownership of their work and can manage day-to-day responsibilities with minimal supervision. You will be highly organised, dependable and methodical, with the confidence to ask questions when information is missing or a financial treatment is uncertain. You will communicate issues promptly, exercise sound judgement and understand when management approval or specialist advice is required. Above all, you will take pride in maintaining accurate financial records and providing a reliable, professional bookkeeping service to the business. Salary and Benefits The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of £35,000-£40,000 per annum, alongside an attractive benefits package, including: 25 days' annual leave, including a business shutdown over the Christmas period. Pension scheme. Life assurance. Healthcare. Income protection, including critical illness cover. Free on-site parking.How to Apply If you are an experienced Bookkeeper with strong QuickBooks Online skills and are looking for a permanent, office-based role where you can take ownership of the finance function within an established SME, we would welcome your application. Please submit your CV for consideration. Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment. Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application

Project Managers - Major Works Delivery Team Function - Building Safety and Property Services Salary £51,928 to £54,143 pa plus MFS £5,470 Status Full Time Job Type Permanent Hours Of Work 37 Please note: It is essential that you continue your application on our Stevenage Borough Council Careers Page, otherwise the hiring manager will not be able to see your CV when shortlisting. Help us improve homes across Stevenage We are looking to recruit two experienced and motivated Project Managers to join our Major Works Delivery Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering our planned housing investment programmes, helping to maintain and improve the quality, safety and condition of homes across Stevenage. About the role As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing and delivering planned maintenance and improvement projects across the Council's housing stock. Our programmes cover a wide range of works, including kitchen and bathroom replacements, heating upgrades, roofing works and other planned improvements. You will need to be flexible and adaptable, with the ability to manage different types of projects in response to changing service priorities. You will oversee projects from procurement and planning through to delivery and completion, ensuring works are completed safely, to a high standard, on time and within budget. Your responsibilities will include: • Managing planned maintenance and capital improvement projects across the Council's housing portfolio. • Overseeing procurement, contract administration, budgets and project programmes. • Managing contractors and consultants, ensuring quality, performance and value for money. • Monitoring project risks, costs and progress, taking appropriate action to address issues. • Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, including CDM Regulations and health and safety requirements. • Working closely with residents, leaseholders and internal teams to ensure effective communication throughout project delivery. • Providing direction and support to allocated staff, including Clerks of Works and Technical Support Officers. About you We are looking for experienced professionals who have a strong understanding of building construction and refurbishment, particularly within a housing or planned maintenance environment. You will have: • Experience of managing large-scale, multi-trade construction or refurbishment projects from a client-side perspective. • Strong technical knowledge of building construction and associated regulations. • Experience of managing project budgets, programmes and contractors. • Knowledge of construction contracts, including JCT. • Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills. • The ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to different project requirements. • Relevant construction industry experience and/or qualifications in building construction or engineering. Professional membership of RICS or CIOB, or a recognised project management qualification, would be advantageous. Why join us? You will be joining a team responsible for delivering essential improvements to council homes, helping to ensure residents benefit from safe, well-maintained and high-quality housing. This is an opportunity to take ownership of varied projects, work alongside experienced colleagues and make a real difference to our housing stock and the communities we serve. Our benefits • Pension Scheme: We offer a career average pension scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants • Flexible working: Available upon request, subject to operational requirements. • Part time and Job share opportunities: All our full-time vacancies are open to job share unless otherwise stated. • Leave: A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave. • Holidays: 25 days holiday rising to 31 days (depending on Local Government service) • Training: An extensive range of learning and development opportunities • Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues • Travel: Season ticket loans and discounts for public transport • Cycling: Cycle to Work scheme • Stevenage Credit Union: Secure savings, free life insurance and access to cheap loans. • Employee Discounts: Via monthly paid membership of the Civil Service Sports Council (CSSC) • Wellbeing: Discounted Health and Fitness membership • Trade Unions: For a small fee, all employees have the opportunity to join a Trade Union Please note: It is essential that you continue your application on our Stevenage Borough Council Careers Page, otherwise the hiring manager will not be able to see your CV when shortlisting. Closing date for receipt of applications: 03 November 2026 Interviews will be held week commencing: 09 November 2026

Hazard Lead 37 hours per week £51,928 to £54,143 pa – pro rata for hours worked Permanent Stevenage Please note: It is essential that you continue your application on our Stevenage Borough Council Careers Page, otherwise the hiring manager will not be able to see your CV when shortlisting. About The Role Stevenage Borough Council is committed to providing safe, healthy and high-quality homes for our residents. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Hazard Lead to lead the delivery of our specialist damp, mould and condensation service within our Housing Property Services Team. The post holder will be required to supervise a professional building surveying service ensuring that the council’s property / building assets are compliant, and all assets are improved, repaired and maintained and in a good state of repair and fit for purpose on the council’s housing and residential properties and the operational corporate and commercial buildings etc. The post holder will be predominantly involved in the management and delivery of the Council’s housing hazard service, including damp and mould and other property-related hazards within the Council’s housing stock. About You The successful candidate will have the ability to: • Carry out and oversee detailed damp, mould and condensation inspections and other hazard surveys. • Diagnose complex building defects and identify practical, cost-effective solutions. • Prepare specifications, schedules of work, technical reports and estimates. • Lead and manage a team of surveyors, ensuring performance, quality and customer service standards are achieved. • Manage contractors, consultants and specialist suppliers to deliver high-quality outcomes. • Oversee projects from inception through to completion, including procurement and contract management. • Provide technical advice on damp and mould, building defects, hazards, disrepair and building pathology. • Manage complaints and disrepair cases, ensuring timely and effective resolution. • Monitor contractor performance and ensure works are completed to specification. • Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, CDM Regulations and relevant housing standards. • Manage budgets and validate contractor payments and quotations. • Build positive relationships with residents and stakeholders whilst dealing effectively with challenging situations. • Analyse performance data and contribute to service improvements, policy development and strategic planning. • Deputise for the Disrepair, Damp & Mould Manager when required. Our Benefits • Pension Scheme: We offer a career average pension scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants • Flexible working: available upon request, subject to operational requirements. • Part time and Job share opportunities - all our full-time vacancies are open to job share unless otherwise stated. • A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave. • 25 days holiday rising to 31 days (depending on Local Government service) • An extensive range of learning and development opportunities • Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues • Season ticket loans and discounts for public transport • Cycle to Work scheme • Stevenage Credit Union: secure savings, free life insurance and access to cheap loans. • Employee Discounts: via monthly paid membership of the Civil Service Sports Council (CSSC) • Discounted Health and Fitness membership • Trade Unions: For a small fee, all employees have the opportunity to join a Trade Union Please note: It is essential that you continue your application on our Stevenage Borough Council Careers Page, otherwise the hiring manager will not be able to see your CV when shortlisting. Closing date for receipt of applications: Sunday 08 November 2026 Interviews will be held week commencing: 9th November

Maintenance Surveyor 37 hours per week £47,685 to £50.908 pa – pro rata for hours worked Permanent Stevenage / Hybrid Please note: It is essential that you continue your application on our Stevenage Borough Council Careers Page, otherwise the hiring manager will not be able to see your CV when shortlisting. About The Role To provide specialist professional repair & maintenance expertise and guidance around complex matters by utilising qualified surveying expertise and minimising the Council’s liability To ensure the repairing obligations to residents are delivered within the terms of its tenancy agreements, leases and statutory obligations. The qualified repairs surveyors would ensure that our stock is maintained and repaired to a professional standard, rather than just best endeavours. About You The successful candidate will have the ability to: · Inspect & diagnose defects in building fabric/services · Produce costed specifications and schedules of work instructions to remedy defects · Be responsible for quality and compliance of work delivered by Repairs Team including contractor work and to negate the risk of damage to property and people. · Supervise works in progress · Monitor contractor and Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) performance · Issue variation orders and further instructions as and when required · Evaluate, approve or reject claims and invoices received from contractors in accordance with SBC’s financial regulations · Inspect and sign off completed work and deal with substandard works. · Investigate and respond to residents enquiries in a timely manner in accordance with service standards · Manage complaints and Housing Disrepair investigations in line with the housing disrepair pre action protocol and take action to remedy in line with SBC complaints procedure. · Take ownership and proactively formulate a response including analysing trends, communicating with customers face to face, on the telephone, letter or email to resolve and close complaints effectively, meeting organisational deadlines. · Arrange appointments with residents to survey properties. · Instruct and manage specialist contractors with clear written briefs, whilst providing legislative and regulatory technical support and guidance to DLO · Keep contractor spend to a minimum, reviewing contractor quotes to ensure accuracy. Scrutinise and verify variations and invoices before approving and processing for payment. · Ensure all submitted invoices are coded to the correct expenditure code and are dealt with in accordance with SBC requirements and that all costs are recovered in line with Financial Regulations. · Investigate discrepancies in specification against invoice, attending site to inspect / post inspect work delivered ensuring full compliance is met. · Obtain and evaluate quotations received from external contractors and issue works orders. · Monitor and work within set budget parameters. · Provide technical expertise in relation to insurance claim investigation in line with policy. · Produce relevant documentation to enable the preparation of s20 leasehold consultation as necessary. · Undertake assessments to establish compliance within statutory duties in relation to (but not limited to) asbestos, legionella, fire. · Using own initiative within Council guidelines, handle complex issues, providing services which are in line with best practice, legislation and best value for money (VFM). Our Benefits • Pension Scheme: We offer a career average pension scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants • Flexible working: available upon request, subject to operational requirements. • Part time and Job share opportunities - all our full-time vacancies are open to job share unless otherwise stated. • A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave. • 25 days holiday rising to 31 days (depending on Local Government service) • An extensive range of learning and development opportunities • Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues • Season ticket loans and discounts for public transport • Cycle to Work scheme • Stevenage Credit Union: secure savings, free life insurance and access to cheap loans. • Employee Discounts: via monthly paid membership of the Civil Service Sports Council (CSSC) • Discounted Health and Fitness membership • Trade Unions: For a small fee, all employees have the opportunity to join a Trade Union Please note: It is essential that you continue your application on our Stevenage Borough Council Careers Page, otherwise the hiring manager will not be able to see your CV when shortlisting. Closing date for receipt of applications: 10 November 2026

Baltic Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a leading manufacturing organisation with their search for an experienced Business Systems Analyst to join their IT team. Overall Purpose: • To lead the strategic planning, implementation, and management of systems, processes, software and IT projects that enhance organisational efficiency, support business growth, and ensure technological innovation across all sites globally, making recommendations for future action within the Company. Key Duties: • Analyse the requirements of the organisation and organise the IT resources of the organisation accordingly, choosing the most suitable software and hardware., • Maintain MSSQL database systems using SQL server management Studio, • Manage and maintain ERP software including the development of custom applications & automation, • Analyse and optimise business processes through technology solutions; scoping, developing & implementing automation and integration initiatives to enhance productivity where appropriate., • Ability to script both within ERP software & related system architecture to support the needs of the business., • Extensive knowledge of SQL, with the ability to write SQL views, queries and stored procedures to support the needs of the business., • Knowledge of various scripting languages to support business objective., • Write reports and develop customer facing documents using Crystal reporting software., • Use of XML and XSL to support automation projects using Dataswitch software., • Audit and administer all IT systems - including K3 -Syspro, Gael - Q-Pulse, InfinityQS - Proficient, Microsoft 365 and Seagull - Bartender Label software and working knowledge of integrations and supporting systems used within the organisation, • Lead & manage the integration of complex systems and the implementation of enterprise-level software solutions., • To Document ALL Development work and file in a structured manner., • Identify and train to an acceptable level any business-critical development, • Identify & utilise advanced data analytics and business intelligence tools to support business objectives, • To act as the interface with suppliers of our systems and act as the technical liaison., • Assist with developing & shaping the organisation's IT strategy in alignment with business objectives; effectively executing such., • Lead & collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify technology needs, research and evaluate systems, and drive organisational change initiatives., • Lead & manage IT projects from conception to completion, including system upgrades, migrations, and new implementations ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and budget., • Provide on the job training for users; and ensure that instruction manuals are up to date and fit for purpose., • Provide emergency call support in line with company requirements., • To cover colleagues whenever possible during holidays and sickness., • Proactively research emerging technologies, assess their fit for the organisation, advise management and lead initiatives to implement innovative solutions that deliver measurable ROI. Key Requirements: • Educated to degree level in IT, Mathematics, Physics, Computing, Engineering (BEng)., • A sound knowledge of Microsoft operating systems and Microsoft 365., • Experience working in a similar role. The Package: • Highly competitive salary on offer depending on experience., • Flexible Working is offered for this position. Employee is able to build a Flexible allowance 2 days credit/1 day deficit., • Pension contribution 5%., • Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme., • Death In service Benefit 2 x Annual salary., • Perkbox., • Health Shield, Cash Health Scheme. JBRP1_UKTJ

ROLE: Auditor HOURS: Monday - Friday 08:30 - 17:00 SALARY: £30,000 - £33,000 plus car allowance and excellent benefits BENEFITS: Healthcare Cash Plan, 3x Salary Life Assurance, High Street Discounts, Staff Discount BASE: Field Based - Head office plus Nationwide Branch Network Eurocell are a stock market listed Plc and the market leader for uPVC products within the building industry. We know that our people are our greatest asset, we are successful, dynamic, ambitious and looking for great team players to grow with us. We are delighted to be recruiting for a proactive and detail-oriented Branch Auditor to join our Internal Audit team. This is a field-based role that plays a vital part in providing independent assurance across our branch network, helping to strengthen operational controls, improve compliance, and support business performance. As Branch Auditor you will conduct planned audits across a range of branch activities, identifying risks, control weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement, working closely with Branch Managers, Regional Managers, Finance teams, and other key stakeholders to ensure robust controls and consistent operational standards are maintained throughout the business. This role offers a varied and rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys analysing processes, solving problems, and driving continuous improvement while building strong relationships across a nationwide branch network. WHAT OUR BRANCH AUDITORS DO: • Plan and deliver branch audits in line with the company's audit methodology, reviewing key operational areas including sales, stock, purchasing, customer accounts, cash handling, credit control, health & safety and operational controls, • Identify control weaknesses, risks, process inefficiencies and non-compliance, carrying out follow-up audits where required, • Produce clear audit documentation and reports, providing practical recommendations to improve controls, compliance and operational performance, • Agree corrective actions with management teams and monitor progress against agreed timescales, • Build effective relationships with Branch Managers, Regional Managers, Finance teams and other stakeholders, communicating findings in a professional and constructive manner, • Maintain independence and objectivity while supporting branches with control best practice, • Contribute to the development of the Branch Audit Programme, identifying trends, recurring risks and opportunities for continuous improvement, • Keep up to date with business processes, systems, policies and emerging risks across the organisation WHAT WE NEED FROM OUR BRANCH AUDITORS: • Experience undertaking audits, compliance reviews, control testing, or operational assessments, • Previous experience within a multi site operation, retail, or branch based environment, • Strong understanding of internal controls and risk management principles, • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify underlying risks and root causes, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively, • Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to reviewing information, • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word, • Willingness to travel extensively across branch locations WHAT WE OFFER OUR BRANCH AUDITORS: • You will be rewarded with a very competitive basic salary, • 25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays - normally 33 days in total each year, • Free Healthcare plan for all employees, • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefit, • Free Life Assurance Plan of 3x your Annual Salary, • Christmas shutdown, • Option to join the Eurocell Share Save Scheme at discounted rates, and share in our company success, • Company Pension Plan, • Employee discount on Eurocell products, • Discounts across many well-known online and high street retailers, • A blend of training, including e-learning and on the job training to help your career development, • Care First Employee Assistance Programme, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for confidential support and advice, if and when you need it, • Colleague Referral Programme; we pay you for successfully referring people to join our team, • Excellent opportunities to grow with us, and progress your career JBRP1_UKTJ

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