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Up to £52.00 per hour Umbrella or PAYE equivalent About the Role The role will provide an excellent opportunity for a committed person to further develop both their technical and leadership skills in a positive and supportive team environment. You will have a great opportunity for personal growth, alongside developing a network of contacts across the Wing Engineering community, the Plant Production team and its support functions. This role provides support to the Plant Engineering team and Broughton Plant. Tangible Deliverables You will be responsible for leading design investigations and formulating technical solutions for Manufacturing Non-Conformances and Design Investigations ensuring that all Design, Airworthiness and safety requirements are met. Where appropriate you will also liaise with other functions to ensure a fully integrated design solution. You will operate as a lead design engineer and must hold (or have held) design approval signatory in particular for manufacturing non-conformances (T200). You will also act as a focal point in leading and providing guidance on technical issues and governance, and will support technical mentoring for engineering team members. A high level of energy is required to drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase team efficiency through methods, process and other improvements, where applicable ensuring a robust lessons learnt and feedback process is maintained. Reporting will be required on critical technical issues through functional managers where applicable, and directly into delivery managers to ensure robust management of issues. Development of stakeholder relationships in the wider network to engineering is also required. Required Competencies & Abilities ? Motivated and self-driven with the ability to work autonomously when required, whilst being a strong team player. ? Deliver reliably on time, cost and quality whilst embracing change and challenge when appropriate. ? Anticipation mindset, able to identify risks/opportunities and manage them appropriately ? Understand and synthesise multiple complex activities, simplify and communicate them clearly, on a timely basis, to all stakeholders as needed. ? Work in an open and trusting environment. ? Understand, nurture and demonstrate resilience. ? Currently holds Concession Design Approval (T200) or held it in the past JBRP1_UKTJ

The Role: Quality Administrator. We are looking for a Quality Administrator to support the delivery of our retrofit and energy efficiency projects by taking ownership of evidence population and lodgement preparatio.

Facilities Engineer Location: Letchworth Take the next step in your career now, scroll down to read the full role description and make your application. Salary: £50,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday, Days We are seeking an experienced Facilities Engineer to join a well-established site in Letchworth, working a stable Monday–Friday day shift. This is a key role responsible for ensuring the smooth operation, maintenance, and compliance of all site facilities and services. Key Responsibilities • Maintain and repair building services including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and general facilities systems, • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance, • Manage and coordinate external contractors and service providers, • Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and statutory requirements, • Support continuous improvement of facilities and energy efficiency, • Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation, • Respond promptly to facilities-related issues to minimise downtime Skills & Experience Required, • Proven experience in a facilities or building services engineering role, • Strong electrical and/or mechanical background, • Relevant engineering qualifications (e.g. NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC or equivalent), • Knowledge xrnqpay of health & safety, compliance, and statutory inspections, • Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively, • Strong communication and problem-solving skills What's on Offer, • Competitive salary of £50,000, • Stable Monday–Friday day role, • Long-term opportunity at a well-maintained site, • Supportive working environment with autonomy in the role

Ganymede Energy is currently recruiting a plumber / surveyor across Bedforshire and the surrounding area to join a well-established organisation on a full-time, permanent basis. Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity. The company is committed to driving the transition to Net Zero by making sustainability straightforward, accessible, and cost-effective. For customers looking to reduce their environmental impact but unsure where to start, the business provides an innovative end to end solution that removes complexity and delivers clear, measurable outcomes. Through tailored advice, practical tools, and expert support, customers are guided at every stage of their Net Zero journey. With a powerful combination of products, people, and a unique technology platform, the company has successfully consulted on, designed, and delivered over 1,000 energy, water, and carbon reduction audits and projects saving customers millions in the process. The Role • To survey sites, complete survey reports and estimate the cost of the job, • To carry out the retrofit installation of various washroom appliances, • To carry out first and second fix plumbing works as required on installation projects, • To carry out maintenance visits to client sites, • To produce engineer reports detailing works carried out, • To manage van stock and keep levels optimal for effective execution of site work, • Basic Salary up to £40,000 / OTE £45,000+, • Working Hours: Monday – Friday / 9am – 5pm however some ad hoc OOH projects may be needed. (Need flexibility to stay away from home), • Holiday: 23 days + 8 Bank Holidays and your birthday off!, • Project Referral Scheme Available (Uncapped), • Bonus payments for OOH, 5-star reviews & being below budget!, • Genuine opportunities for career progression, • Company van, fuel card, tools, uniform & PPE all provided, • Plumbing industry work (essential), • Plumbing: must have successfully completed a plumbing apprenticeship & hold as minimum a relevant City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 Plumbing qualification., • NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing is preferred, • A minimum of 2 years' post-apprenticeship experience, • Water efficiency work & Building / construction work (desirable), • JIB CSCS card is preferred although the business will support candidates in applying for this Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

Senior Electrical Engineer Hemel HempsteadCompetitive + Excellent BenefitsFull-Time, Permanent The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role. Make a Real Impact in a Fast-Growing, Technology-Driven Sector Join one of the worlds leading data centre operators and play a key role in supporting the electrical infrastructure that powers global digital innovation. With more than 150 facilities worldwide, this organisation offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, collaborate with expert teams, and contribute to sustainability and performance improvements across the region. This is an opportunity to step into a Senior Electrical Engineer position where you will act as the electrical subject matter expert, supporting both construction and ongoing operations across critical facilities. If you're looking for a role where your expertise genuinely shapes performance, resilience, and efficiency, this is it. The Role - Based primarily at the Hemel Hempstead sitewith occasional UK and European travelyou will lead the technical direction of electrical systems across the region. Youll support engineering, operations, commissioning, and optimisation activities, ensuring consistently high reliability across all critical infrastructure. Key Responsibilities • Act as the regional Subject Matter Expert for all electrical systems, • Support the creation and implementation of Technical Operations standards, • Assist in shaping energy business cases for infrastructure upgrades, • Conduct regular site tours, inspections, and performance reviews, • Participate in and support internal and external audits, • Develop and review commissioning procedures, including subcontractor oversight, • Lead post-handover lessons learned sessions to drive continuous improvement, • Provide operational performance updates to key stakeholders, • Offer cross-training support to regional teams, including mechanical & cooling systems, • Carry out project management duties (planning, costing, procurement, supervision), • Participate in the regional EMEA call-out and escalation teamWhat Youll Bring -, • Significant experience working in a critical electrical environmentdata centres, telecoms, utilities, or similar, • Degree educated: BEng/MEng in Electrical Engineering, • Experience working alongside senior leadership within technical operations, • Strong technical knowledge of LV/HV systems, UPS, standby generation, BMS/EMS, • Experience in HV/LV switching operations, • Understanding of electrical safety, maintenance governance, and operational frameworks, • Familiarity with SOP/EOP development and the CAB process, • Ideally experienced in data centre environments, • Working knowledge of discrimination studies, arc flash, and short circuit analysis, • Awareness of RCA frameworks and the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle, • Recognised European Health & Safety qualification (desirable), • Comfortable working in a European multi-cultural environmentSoft Skills, • Ability to travel up to 30% nationally and internationally, • Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills This is more than just a jobits a chance to influence major infrastructure across a global platform. Apply Today If you're an experienced electrical engineer ready to take a senior technical role in a mission-critical environment, wed love to hear from you.

VolkerHighways is a leading provider of Highways and Street Lighting term maintenance services. We pride ourselves on building strong, collaborative relationships with our clients to deliver efficiency and continuous improvement across all projects. Our expertise extends to public realm infrastructure works, supported by our in-house traffic management division, which offers specialist advice and operational support for both internal and external contracts. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an LV Cable Jointer to join our team, working on Street Lighting and ICP contracts across the Midlands and Southeast. In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out cable jointing tasks for new connections, transfers, and disconnections on UKPN and SSEN low-voltage networks (LV - 11kV). About you We are looking for individuals with experience in highways and street maintenance contracts, ideally holding the following certifications and qualifications: • DNO Authorisation, • G39, • NRSWA, • MEWP, • IPAF, • ECS CSCS Card, • City & Guilds Qualifications, • First Aid (Appointed Person) Why work for us? VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: • Competitive salary, • Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday, • 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 We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all. JBRP1_UKTJ

Quantity Surveyor – Affordable Housing Refurbishment A recognised main contractor specialising in the affordable housing sector is looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team. The business has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality refurbishment and remediation projects for housing associations and local authorities across London and the surrounding regions. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now looking to strengthen their commercial team with the appointment of a Quantity Surveyor. The Role As Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial responsibility for refurbishment and remediation projects from procurement through to final account, working closely with operational teams to ensure projects are delivered successfully. Key responsibilities will include: Managing project costs and commercial performance Preparing and submitting valuations and variations Procuring and managing subcontractor packages Producing cost reports and forecasts Managing subcontractor accounts through to final account Supporting the wider project team to ensure successful delivery of works Projects You will work across a range of social and affordable housing refurbishment programmes, including: Cladding remediation projects Planned refurbishment works Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) programmes External envelope and energy efficiency upgrades About the Company My client is a well-established contractor with an excellent reputation within the affordable housing sector. They are known for their strong company culture, supportive leadership and commitment to developing their staff, with many of their senior team having progressed internally. What’s on Offer Generous salary package Strong pipeline of secured work Excellent career progression with a company that promotes from within Supportive and collaborative working culture Opportunity to work on meaningful projects improving affordable housing stock This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to join a respected contractor delivering important refurbishment programmes across the social housing sector

Position: Operations Manager Location: Rickmansworth, Hampton or Walthamstow with hybrid working available Regular travel as required across the Thames Water London non-infrastructure region, including sites in London and Guildford Salary: £110k - 130k (Neg DOE) plus bonus, car/allowance and excellent benefits package Our Client: Is an integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector. They have over 1,000 staff working across eight regional centres, primarily supporting six long term water sector frameworks operating both on their own and increasingly in joint ventures and alliances. They have been awarded a programme of work to deliver non-infrastructure water and wastewater projects for Thames Water. The Role: You will report directly to the Framework Director and will be responsible for controlling the resources and accountable for all financial aspects of the framework and its projects to ensure continued improvement of targets set for turnover, margin and cash. Accountable for end-to-end project lifecycle performance and maintaining relationships with clients, partners and suppliers/subcontractors. The framework is preparing to deliver water and wastewater non-infra projects in AMP8 ranging from £3m to £70m across the London & Guildford areas with a team of up to 300 people. Responsibilities: Promote exceptional safety and delivery quality standards to direct and subcontracted work force. Develop and implement a strategy for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the department. Develop and maintain a consistent mode of operation within the department. Ensure sufficient resources of a suitable calibre are available to meet the departmental requirements. Monitor the departmental and contract performance. Assist in developing and implementing the Framework Strategy. Provide input into tender finalisation. Establish and maintain good relationships with clients and their representatives. Establish and maintain good relationships with partners and key subcontractors and suppliers. Prepare framework level management reports. Ensure regional turnover variance to budget is within departmental targets. Ensure that Company procedures are developed and reviewed to ensure the smooth running of the department and its interface with other departments. Ensure that the Company quality procedures are fully implemented in the department. Ensure that the required quality records are maintained Ensure that all site non-conformities are reported and approximate costs identified Ensure all commercial aspects of the project are managed in a timely and proactive way giving accurate forecast and estimates Understanding and implementing the Quality, Safety and Environmental Policies and Targets Have detailed working knowledge and experience of project management practices from scheme conception through to end user acceptance Key Relationships: Regional Framework Senior Leadership Team & Framework Director Procurement Regional Head of SHEQ Supply Chain External Agencies e.g. DNO, Councils, Network Rail Programme Manager Clients OP's & Capital Delivery Direct Reports: Programme Managers Project Directors/Senior Project Managers Head of Preconstruction Experience: Essential: Able to work within strict deadlines Experience in leading multi-disciplinary design and construction schemes Excellent oral and written communicator with the ability to work in close partnership with clients and end users Must be delivery driven with the ability to set targets and manage and motivate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver to time, cost and quality objectives Extensive experience in large scale project delivery Strategic, operational, technical and management skills Desirable: Experience in water and/or wastewater treatment plants Chartered or near chartered in a construction or engineering discipline Degree or equivalent qualification in a construction related discipline Package includes: Competitive salary Hybrid Working (Jobs needs dependent) Car/car allowance Bonus 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme Life Assurance Health Insurance Private Medical Insurance And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, Kids Pass etc Key Words: Operations Manager Operational Management Project Manager Senior Project Manager Project Management Project Delivery Project Director Project Execution Project Performance Framework Manager Design & Build Construction Contracts Contractual Conditions of Contract NEC Water Industry Water Sector Water Treatment Wastewater Sewage Utilities Power Generation Power Sector Nuclear Energy Sector Energy from Waste Infrastructure Anaerobic Digestion Project Planning Risk Management AMP 7 AMP 8 Thames Water Anglian Water Southern Water Contract performance Framework Strategy Contract Management Cost Control Procurement

Our client is a national developer/contractor undertaking major new build residential, mixed-use and hotel schemes across the country. Projects are generally high-rise/frames with retail & commercial space at ground & 1st floor levels and residential apartments above. Now seeking an experienced Senior MEP Manager to join the team out of their office in Uxbridge. The position will report into the Group Construction Director. You will oversee a few projects in and around London, however you will be required to attend meetings in Uxbridge (head office) every 2 weeks. You will lead all the M&E packages circa £30m+ Ideally looking for this individual to have the following: • Experience in installing major infrastructure (energy centre), • Looking for an all-rounder, preferably Mechanically biased., • Good experience on large residential or hotel projects (used to coordinating with multiple homes/rooms in build and trades)., • Someone who can drive build cost efficiency and used to picking apart spec, tender returns and challenging M&E designers for cost effective designs., • Someone who is hands on and can deliver to a tight programme. In return, our client is offering anything between £90k - £105k (basic) + full package (car allowance, pension, healthcare, bonus)

Your new company My client is a respected, UK‑based ecological and environmental consultancy known for delivering high‑quality ecological, arboricultural and environmental advice across a wide range of development sectors. Working nationally, they support projects in residential development, renewable energy, infrastructure, commercial estates, leisure, utilities and conservation land management. They operate with a strong focus on scientific integrity, technical excellence and pragmatic, solution‑focused advice for clients. With a growing pipeline of arboricultural and ecological work, the organisation is expanding its senior leadership team and is now seeking a Head of Arboriculture to lead and shape its national arboricultural function. You will be joining a collaborative multi‑disciplinary environment that brings together ecologists, arboriculturists, landscape specialists and environmental planners. My client is committed to professional development, innovation and fostering a culture where expertise is valued and progression is encouraged. Your new role As Head of Arboriculture, you will lead the arboricultural discipline across the company, overseeing technical delivery, team development, client management and strategic growth. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of arboricultural advice across a diverse project portfolio while also playing an influential role in shaping service direction and expanding capabilities. Key responsibilities include: Providing senior technical leadership on all arboricultural matters, including BS5837:2012 assessments, risk inspections and strategic advice. Leading and growing the arboricultural team: mentoring staff, providing training and supporting workload planning. Overseeing the production and quality of technical reports, impact assessments, method statements and monitoring schedules. Working closely with ecology, planning and environmental teams to deliver integrated, multi‑disciplinary solutions. Managing client relationships and representing the company as a senior specialist at meetings, hearings and workshops. Driving improvements in technical standards, methodologies, reporting and service efficiency. Supporting with business development, tender submissions, fee proposals and long‑term service planning. Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, best practice and professional standards. Leading on complex or sensitive projects requiring high‑level arboricultural judgement.This is a hybrid leadership role that combines project oversight, team management and client engagement. UK travel will be required depending on project locations. What you'll need to succeed Essential requirements: Degree or equivalent qualification in Arboriculture, Forestry or a closely related environmental discipline. Extensive experience delivering arboricultural consultancy services, including BS5837:2012 surveys and assessments. Strong leadership skills, with experience managing, mentoring or developing teams. Proven track record of successfully delivering complex or high‑profile arboricultural projects. Excellent technical knowledge of UK tree legislation, planning policy and arboricultural best practice. High standards of report writing, data quality and project documentation. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with clients, regulators and multi‑disciplinary teams. Ability to adopt a pragmatic, proportionate and commercially aware approach to technical challenges. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.Desirable: Professional membership: e.g., Chartered Arboriculturist (MICFor) or similar. Lantra Professional Tree Inspector accreditation. Competency in GIS or CAD packages such as QGIS or AutoCAD. Experience contributing to business strategy, service development or team expansion initiatives. What you'll get in return My client offers a supportive, forward‑thinking working environment with a strong commitment to wellbeing, professional development and long‑term career growth. You can expect: Competitive salary and leadership‑level benefits package Enhanced annual leave and additional service‑related leave Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Professional membership funding and protected CPD Private medical insurance Access to a wide range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits Clear progression pathways and opportunities to shape a growing discipline Supportive, collaborative culture across ecology, arboriculture and environmental teams What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. 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