Farming jobs in PortisheadCreate job alerts

\n Overview\n Interim Project Director - Coldstore Warehouse \n Are you a passionate change agent who thrives on unlocking efficiencies and empowering teams? \n We’re seeking a results-driven Project Director to lead the delivery of a fully automated coldstore warehouse facility near Bristol from design through commissioning and handover. \n This senior role combines programme leadership, board-level stakeholder management, rigorous financial control, risk governance, and tight cross-functional integration with enterprise programmes such as S4/Hana and our new food manufacturing facility. \n You'll be experienced in managing large scale warehouse projects and have a proven track record of working to budgets and meeting deadlines. \n Key Performance Indicators \n \n • Budget variance: Final project cost within agreed tolerance.\n, • Schedule adherence: Achievement of critical milestones and on-time commissioning.\n, • Safety and compliance: Zero major HSE incidents; successful regulatory approvals and validation.\n, • Integration success: S4/Hana and WMS interfaces delivered and stable at go-live.\n, • Stakeholder satisfaction: Positive Board and operational sponsor feedback; timely executive decisions.\n Who we are\n apetito is the UK’s leading food supplier to the health and social care sectors serving more than 1,300 care homes, health care and education settings. \n Our meals are expertly crafted by our dieticians and chefs, and then frozen to lock in the goodness. \n Wiltshire Farm Foods, our sister company, is the UK’s largest ready meal supplier cooking and delivering over 330 different delicious frozen ready meals across the UK. Responsibilities\n Day-to-day \n \n • End-to-end project leadership: Own the project lifecycle — scope, design, procurement, construction, automation integration, commissioning, validation, and handover to operations.\n, • Programme planning and delivery: Develop and maintain integrated master schedules, critical path analysis, and milestone plans; drive on-time delivery.\n, • Contract and supplier management: Lead procurement strategy, negotiate major contracts (EPC, automation vendors, integrators), manage contractor performance and change control.\n, • Quality, HSE and compliance: Ensure design and build meet food safety, cold-chain, regulatory and HSE standards; lead FAT/SAT and validation activities.\n, • Commissioning and operational readiness: Oversee testing, training, SOPs, and transition to operations including spares, maintenance plans and warranty management.\n, • Benefits realisation: Define and track operational KPIs and financial benefits; ensure the facility delivers expected throughput, efficiency and cost savings\n, • Ability to train the leadership team in basic skills and understanding of lean principles, 5 Whys and problem solving\n \n Stakeholder Management and Governance \n \n • Board-level engagement: Prepare and present concise, data-driven updates to UK Executive and Group Board sponsors; translate technical progress into strategic impact and decisions required.\n, • Governance and reporting: Establish and chair governance forums (Steering Committee, Change Control Board); produce monthly Board packs, highlight reports and decision papers.\n, • Senior stakeholder relationships: Build trusted relationships with internal stakeholders (Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, IT, Legal, HR) and external stakeholders (local authorities, utilities, major suppliers).\n, • Escalation and decision facilitation: Proactively surface issues, propose options with commercial and risk implications, and secure timely executive decisions.\n \n Financial Management and Risk Management \n \n • Budget ownership: Own project budget and cost control processes; produce rolling forecasts, cashflow profiles and variance analysis.\n, • Financial tracking and controls: Implement robust cost tracking, change order governance, and approval thresholds; coordinate with Group Finance for capital accounting and audit readiness.\n, • Commercial oversight: Manage commercial risk, claims, retention, and contract close-out; ensure value for money and protect company interests.\n, • Risk governance: Maintain and drive an active risk register with quantified impacts and mitigations; lead risk workshops and ensure Board-level visibility of top risks and mitigations.\n, • Contingency and scenario planning: Model downside scenarios, contingency drawdown plans and recovery strategies for schedule or cost overruns.\n \n Cross-Functional Integration and Systems Interfaces \n \n • ERP and IT integration: Act as the primary project liaison with the S4/Hana implementation team to ensure seamless integration of WMS, inventory, finance and operational master data; coordinate cutover and data migration activities.\n, • Coordination with Trowbridge manufacturing facility: Align timelines, utilities, logistics and operational interfaces with the new food manufacturing facility; manage shared resources, site access and commissioning windows.\n, • OT/IT convergence: Oversee integration of automation control systems, SCADA, WMS, and cyber security requirements with IT and OT teams.\n, • Change management and training: Work with HR and Operations to design training, organisational change plans and go-live support to secure adoption and operational stability.\n About you\n Essential Qualifications and Experience \n \n • Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or related discipline.\n, • Prince2 Practitioner, PMP, or equivalent\n, • Proven track record of delivering large industrial automation or cold-chain projects (capital value typically £20m+)\n, • Significant experience in senior project leadership roles\n, • ERP integration experience: Direct experience working with S4/Hana or major ERP/WMS integrations during capital projects\n \n Essential Skills \n \n • Board-level communication: Exceptional ability to present complex issues succinctly to senior executives and Boards.\n, • Financial acumen: Strong budgeting, forecasting and commercial negotiation skills.\n, • Risk and governance: Expert in risk quantification, mitigation planning and governance frameworks.\n, • Technical understanding: Knowledge of automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), robotics, refrigeration engineering and controls.\n, • Leadership and influence: Strong stakeholder management, cross-functional collaboration and people leadership.\n, • Tools: Proficient with MS Project/Primavera, cost control systems, and reporting tools; comfortable with data-driven dashboards.\n \n Formal training in financial/project controls is desirable. \n Due to the location, a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential. Company Benefits\n \n • Free on-site parking\n, • Competitive day rate\n Our Values\n As a family-owned business, we take great pride in being a company that makes a real difference and is dedicated to creating outstanding meals to be proud of. \n We develop a range of products designed to enhance health and well-being for all our customers. \n We are driven by a passion for service and dedicated to feeding some of the UK’s most vulnerable people. \n We proudly support British food and farming, focusing on using the best ethical and sustainable produce in alignment with our goal to reach Net Zero by 2040. \n Our ethical standards are recognised by the ETI and we are an accredited Living Wage employer. Learn more about apetito’s commitment to a more sustainable future. \n We embrace inclusion, empowering individuals from diverse backgrounds. \n Our commitment to making a real difference extends to customers, communities, and staff and we're on a mission to build an inclusive workplace where everyone reaches their full potential. \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

Agricultural Trials Officer / Assistant Trials Officer.This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.Have you got experience in Agricultural or Horticultural field tr

This is a 52 week non-sessional post i.Monday - Thursday, 09:00-17:00.We are looking for a motivated early years support workers to join the team at Wallyford to help deliver high quality childcare.To work in support of early years 'staff by contributing towards the creation of a warm, friendly, saf

Solicitor role in Agriculture and Estates, handling estate administration, wills, tax, and lifetime tax planning.

Do you have experience in industrial construction?.Do you have experience working on complex and bespoke new building?.Do you want to work with an industry-leading company?.If your answers are yes to these, then this could be the role for you!As the Construction Project Manager, you will be working

Agricultural and Farming Specialist - Senior Recruitment Consultant - Hybrid.

Experienced Residential Support Worker (RSW).West Midlands (Multiple locations).We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and dedicated Residential Support Worker to join our children's residential home.You will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to children and young pe

We’re leading the search for a Project Manager to join a growing construction consultancy in Bristol.With construction projects across the UK, the successful Project Manager will have relevant construction/engineering experience, preferably with knowledge of NEC / JCT contracts and adhering to RIB

Senior Civils Project Manager - Water Infrastructure.Bristol / South WestWe're working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Civils Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex water infrastructure projects across the South West.Operati

Support Worker - SEN School - Wirral.We are recruiting for a Support Worker to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant within specialist schools.This role involves supporting children with special educational needs (SEN) in an education setting, including:.SEMH (social, emotional and mental health needs).Y

GBR Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Construction.Project Manager with a background in Commercial Fit Outs, Retail Fit Outs & Retail Property Extension, Building Shell Fit Outs.Commercial, Retail, Education, Healthcare, Hospitality or others industry sectors.Work closely with both s

Day rate Outside IR35 Project - West Midlands - 6 months (possible extension) D2C & Manufacturing.This is an important Interim project lead role, supporting this PE backed consumer goods manufacturing business through this transformational implementation.The role is responsible for the full life

Our client in the North West requires an experienced Project Manager to lead on an innovative Ambient Voice project.This initial 3 month assignment will start with formalising the Plan and PID before establishing and maintain governance, project documentation, RAID logs and regular update/progress r

A growing construction consultancy in Bristol is looking for a Project Manager to join its expanding team.This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager with construction consultancy experience to work across a varied portfolio of projects while benefiting from clear career progression and i

As a programme manager, you will support the delivery of complex healthcare transformation and data improvement programmes, providing expertise across project delivery, business analysis, programme support, stakeholder engagement and organisational change.Working as part of a specialist consultancy

Pension + Training + Travel Allowance + Overtime.Are you a Project Manager with electrical experience or similar looking to develop your career in a growing building services company working on a range of new and exciting projects?.Do you want to become part of a well-established building services c

We are delighted to be working with our Client based in Thanet who are looking for a detail-orientated Production Operative to join their team.We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Production Operative to join a growing electronics manufacturing team in Thanet.This role involves supporting

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join a leading global engineering and manufacturing organisation, supporting the delivery of a major international localisation programme.Working alongside a senior programme leader, you'll play a key role in coordinating cross

CAD Technician/Architectural Designer.Progression to Project Manager).Training + Progression + Unlimited Holiday + Benefits.Are you a CAD Technician/Architectural Designer or similar, coming from a background within the fabrication/manufacturing/construction/glazing/cladding sector or a related fiel

The Facilities department is hiring a motivated Construction Project Manager to manage a new industrial construction project at the site.The successful candidate will work within the Facilities project team and act as the primary contact to the consultant and contractor to ensure the project is deli

Project Manager (Pre Construction).Bonus OTE £75K) + Car Allowance + Private Healthcare + Progression.Are you a Project Manager, with a background in construction, looking to step into a role which you can make your own, for a rapidly growing company, where you will play a pivotal role in the devel

Senior Project Manager - Defence - Bristol.We are working on behalf of a successful defence development, engineering and manufacturing company who are seeking a Senior Project Manager to join their Project Management Team.Office based in Bristol and with hybrid working and occasional travel to their

Driver Hire Southampton is currently recruiting for a reliable and hardworking Night Warehouse Operative to join one of our well-established clients, a leading supplier specialising in paper goods and office supplies.About this Night Warehouse Operative role:.Sunday to Thursday shift pattern.Working

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!.Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging.Our focus is on the health and safet

Project Controls Professionals.Project Controls professionals are needed for permanent roles in Bristol, supporting complex engineering and delivery programmes where strong controls discipline is central to successful delivery.This is a multi-level campaign, so applications are welcome from Project

Production Operative/Yard Operative – Brislington.Monday to Friday | Rotating Shifts.Join a growing team in Brislington as a.Production Operative / Forklift Driver.This is a full-time, long-term role with excellent pay progression and opportunities for development.Safely moving gas canisters arou

Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a 3.Ton Delivery Driver for our client a whit goods business operating across the UK.This role is based in the Bristol area.The successful post holder will play a critical role in achieving the client's purpose of helping everyone enjoy amazing technol

Counterbalance Forklift Driver /Warehouse Operative.Monday to Friday, 10:00am – 7:00pm or 09:00-18:00.Looking for a steady, full-time role with great benefits and work-life balance? We’re recruiting a Warehouse Operative with a valid Counterbalance Forklift licence to join a busy and well-establ

Senior Salmon Limited are looking for a Warehouse Operative/van driver to join their client based in Bristol ASAP!Duties will include:• Heavy Lifting• Using a handheld scanner• Picking / Labelling• Loading / unloading vans• Van drivingHours: 9:30am-6pmPay: £12.Interviews and starts are av

DB Cargo UK is on an ambitious journey to become Europe's leading rail logistics provider with a long-term plan to shift traffic from roads, protect our climate and grow the economy.We have an exciting opportunity to join DB Cargo UK as a Terminal Support Worker.The Terminal Support Worker will deli

Van Driver / Warehouse (70% Driving / 30% Warehouse).Monday – Thursday: 07:00 – 16:00 | Friday: Finish at 15:30.We are currently recruiting for a Van Driver / Warehouse Operative to join a small, friendly team based in the BS11 area of Bristol.This is a fantastic temp-to-perm opportunity for som

Rolling rota, weekdays between 07:30 & 22:15 and 09:15-21:15 on 1 in 3 weekends.Jamaica Street Project, Bristol.If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter.At Riverside we recruit to potential n

We are recruiting at our Bristol Depot (.BS11 0YW) for Chill Operatives.The purpose of the role is to manually pack milk into trolleys, move trolleys and empty trolleys across the chill, working in a fast paced environment whilst maintaining knowledge of products and processes involved in

Pertemps are recruiting for Royal Mail Postal Delivery driver roles within your area, details of the available work assignments are below: Locations available: Weston Super Mare Pay rate: £13.Working hours: 30 – 40 hours per week, you will be required to work Saturdays a

Senior Mechanical Project Manager Major MEP Project | West London.From £100,000 to £120,000 per annum.Senior Mechanical Project Manager.Senior Mechanical Project Manager.This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished.Senior Mechanical Project Manager.You will play a key leadership role, ens

Handballer - Day Shift & Afternoon Shift Barker Ross Recruitment is currently recruiting Handballers on behalf of a large and well-established business based in the Bristol BS20 area.This is a long-term temporary to permanent opportunity offering competitive rates of pay.Duties will include: Movin

Van Driver / Warehouse (70% Driving / 30% Warehouse) BS11 - Bristol - Avonmouth Temp to Perm Opportunity Monday – Thursday: 07:00 – 16:00 | Friday: Finish at 15:30 Immediate Starts Available * £12.We are currently recruiting for a Van Driver / Warehouse Opera

Travel Allowance + Stay Away Expensed + Discretionary Bonus + Pension + Holidays + Private Medical Insurance + Package + Technical Progression + 'Immediate Start'.Take on the role of a Senior MEP Project Manager with a rapidly growing contractor in the thriving data centre and mission-critical const

Love teamwork? Then theres a role for you at Stapletons.Were one of the major tyre distributors in UKtheres a lot you can achieve at a company as big as ours, and were all about getting the best out of people.Joining us as a Warehouse Operative could be the start of a career for life.Unloading deliv

Job Title: Warehouse Operative with FLT, Reach and Counterbalance (both required) Location: Runcorn Pay Rate: £13.Shifts/Working Hours: 1 role for full time Monday to Friday (08:00 - 17:00) and 1 role for Adhoc working 3 days per week (required to be available Monday to Friday)

Do you have 12 months of previous FLT experience, and are you ready to be part of a dynamic team? We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team and help us deliver high-quality products to our customers every day.Great opportunity to work as a.Warehouse Operative, FLT Driver.No current FL

Our client is a leading consultancy delivering technical solutions across energy, utilities and building services.Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, they are looking to appoint an experienced.Building Management Systems (BMS), metering and energy infrastructure.This is a new

Project Manager – Civil Engineering Bristol, Wiltshire & Somerset £70,000 + Comprehensive Package We are working with a well-established regional civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of multiple infrastructure projects

We are looking for Warehouse Operatives in North Somerset.Yatton , BS49 (North Somerset).JDR is recruiting for several Warehouse Operatives to work in a large warehouse and distribution site in YATTON.As a Warehouse Operative you will be working within a warehouse environment and your duties will be

Please only apply for this role if you have a full driving license and have experience in driving a Van.Are you an experienced Warehouse Operative, but you can also drive a Van? If so, we are looking for you for this great opportunity with our client based in Avonmouth, Bristol.The rate of pay is &p