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FM Conway is recruiting for a Drainage Operative to join our Water and Drainage Division as part of our Wastewater Team. As our Drainage Operative, you will work in a team to support the essential cleaning works required on various sewage treatment sites. This is a full time, permanent position, based from our Colchester depot. \n\n The duties of the Drainage Operative role will include: \n\n

Due to their continued success and growth, our client is currently seeking to recruit an experienced Service Desk Analyst to join their IT department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically minded individual to work for an award-winning business, who truly value their employees. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role within the department, responsible for supporting the effective delivery of secure, reliable IT services across the business Key Duties & Responsibilities: • End-to-end ownership of Service Desk tickets, from first contact to resolution, • Provide hands-on support within a Microsoft 365 hybrid environment, • Act as the first point of contact for IT incidents and service requests via the ITSM system, • Support Windows, Android, iOS devices, Microsoft 365, business applications, and core systems, • Troubleshoot across Microsoft 365 services including Entra ID, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Intune, and endpoint protection, • Manage user onboarding, offboarding, and access changes, ensuring secure and timely provisioning, • Install, configure, and maintain hardware and software in line with internal standards, • Monitor systems, respond to security alerts, and support MFA, device compliance, and access controls, • Work closely with the other team members, gaining exposure to infrastructure and networking decisions, • Contribute to IT projects including upgrades, migrations, security improvements, and hardware refresh programmes, • Support ISO 27001-aligned processes and collaborate with other teams as appropriate, • Participate in problem management and continuous improvement initiatives, • Ongoing training and development, including support for IT certifications, • Work as part of a collaborative IT team where your input is valued and visible Skills & Experience Required: • At least 2 years’ experience in a Service Desk or IT support role within a Windows/Microsoft-based environment, including an understand Microsoft 365 administration, endpoint management systems and software packaging (RMM, MDMs), • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting ability, using a structured approach to problem resolution, • Clear and confident communicator, comfortable supporting users across all levels of the business, • Proven ability to prioritise effectively and manage multiple competing tasks in a fast-paced setting, • Customer-focused mindset with strong ownership and accountability for issues raised, • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail, • Minimum GCSE (or equivalent) qualifications in Maths and English at grade 4/C or above, • Flexibility to travel between practice locations when required, including at short notice Core Benefits (subject to eligibility): • 25 days holiday entitlement plus bank holiday with long service recognition and festive shut down, • Flexible and remote working, • Opportunities for personal and professional growth, • Health cash plan scheme, • Health & Mental Wellness Programs, • Cycle to work scheme, • Great office team building events, • On-site parking

Project Manager Department: DefenceLocation: Colchester A leading UK-based engineering and manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join its division. The business designs, tests, certifies, and manufactures advanced manufacturing solutions for a wide range of industrial and life-critical applications. The Role This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and results-driven Project Manager to play a key role in delivering complex, strategically important UK Defence contracts. The role sits within a dedicated and high-performing team focused on ensuring on-time, right-first-time project delivery. You will be accountable for the end-to-end execution of projects, including supporting bids for new opportunities. Success in this role will require close collaboration with a multifunctional organisation, strong customer and supplier engagement, and a proven ability to manage delivery against cost, quality, and schedule. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic self-starter, a strong team player, and a confident communicator with the drive to deliver positive change. Regular travel within the UK will be required. Key Responsibilities • Act as the primary point of contact for key customers, building and maintaining strong, effective working relationships, • Lead commercial and technical discussions with customers and internal stakeholders, • Review, interpret, and manage complex contracts, statements of work, and commercial agreements, • Ensure projects comply with contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and internal governance, • Align project execution with contract requirements and business objectives, • Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior stakeholders, • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, budgets, resource schedules, risk registers, and change logs, • Apply appropriate project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid) based on project context, • Lead cross-functional teams, manage dependencies, and resolve issues and conflicts, • Proactively manage risks, escalations, and strategic challenges, • Provide clear, accurate project status reporting to senior management and executive stakeholders, • Drive project reviews, post-implementation assessments, and lessons-learned activities, • Mentor and support junior Project Managers Essential Experience & Qualifications • Proven experience working within the Defence industry, • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline (Master’s degree preferred), • Minimum of 7 years’ project management experience, including at least 3 years in a senior role, • Demonstrable experience managing large, complex, multi-million-pound projects, • Strong track record of managing external customers, suppliers, and vendor contracts, • Experience working closely with legal and procurement teams on commercial agreements, • Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent), • Willingness to travel regularly across the UK

Company Information A well-established and growing organisation is seeking a Service Desk Analyst to join its internal IT team based in Colchester. This is a key opportunity for a Service Desk Analyst to play a vital role in maintaining reliable and secure IT services across the business. The successful Service Desk Analyst will join a close-knit IT team, working alongside senior technical professionals and gaining exposure to a wide range of technologies, infrastructure, and project-based work. This position may be subject to security clearance, including DBS and other relevant vetting processes. Service Desk Analyst - Roles and Responsibilities • Act as the first point of contact for IT incidents and service requests, managing tickets end-to-end within an ITSM system, • Take full ownership of support queries from initial contact through to resolution as a Service Desk Analyst, • Provide hands-on support across Windows environments, Microsoft 365, and mobile platforms including Android and iOS, • Troubleshoot issues within a Microsoft 365 hybrid environment, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Intune, and identity/access management, • Manage joiners, leavers, and internal role changes, ensuring secure and efficient access provisioning, • Install, configure, and maintain IT hardware and software in line with internal standards, • Monitor systems and respond to security alerts, supporting MFA, endpoint compliance, and access controls, • Work closely with senior IT staff, gaining exposure to networking, infrastructure, and wider technical decision-making, • Contribute to IT projects such as system upgrades, migrations, hardware refresh programmes, and security improvements, • Support internal processes aligned with ISO 27001, collaborating with departments such as HR, Finance, and Compliance, • Minimum of 2 years' experience working as a Service Desk Analyst or in a similar IT support role within a Microsoft environment, • Strong troubleshooting ability with a logical and structured approach to problem solving, • Confident communicator, comfortable supporting users at all levels of the business, • Proven ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple issues effectively in a fast-paced environment, • Proactive and customer-focused mindset, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability, • Solid organisational skills and attention to detail, • GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at grade 4/C or above, • Experience with Microsoft 365 administration, endpoint management, and device management tools (RMM/MDM), • Understanding of networking and security fundamentals (e.g. subnets, VLANs, firewalls), • Exposure to scripting or automation tools such as PowerShell, • Familiarity with IT governance frameworks such as ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials, • Relevant IT certifications (CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco) or a commitment to further learning, • Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 • Hybrid and flexible working, • Holiday entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays with long service recognition and festive shutdown., • CPD opportunities, • Regular salary reviews, • Competitive Company Pension Scheme., • Health cash plan scheme., • Professional membership support, • Family policies, • Great office team building events and fully expensed seasonal social events., • On-site parking facilities, • Season Ticket Loan (if applicable), • Death in service benefit., • Early Finish incentives when the Practice targets are hit. REF: 21805MC

Junior entry level 1st Line IT Service Desk Analyst Location: North-East Essex Are you looking for your first role in IT? Want to work somewhere you can grow & great training? An established client of ours based in Essex are looking to hire a Junior 1st Line Service Desk Engineer. This role would be ideal for someone who wants to learn, grow and progress within a large supportive organisation. They are looking for someone who is reliable, has a great attitude and a passion for IT. They are also looking for someone who has good communication and problem-solving skills. They support your career offering you upskilling & career progression opportunities. You will also get to learn from senior members of the team. Responsibilities • 1st line IT support, • Investigating & troubleshooting IT problems, • Logging calls within the ticketing software, • Recording solutions within the system, • Maximising the effectiveness of the system, • Escalating tickets when necessary, • Meeting targets & deadlines, • Desire to learn, • Interest in IT, • Team player, • Confidence to answer phone calls and deal with tickets on the system

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Childcare Practitioner (Level 2 or Level 3) Location: Colchester, Essex Hours: Full-time Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualification We are a warm, welcoming nursery in Colchester, looking for a passionate and caring Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare Practitioner to join our supportive and friendly team. If you love working with children, value high-quality early years education, and want to be part of a nursery that truly puts children and staff first, we would love to hear from you. The Role As a Childcare Practitioner, you will: · Provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children aged 0-5 · Support childrens learning and development in line with the EYFS framework · Plan and deliver engaging activities based on childrens individual needs and interests · Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues · Observe, assess, and contribute to childrens learning journals · Ensure safeguarding and health & safety procedures are followed at all times What Were Looking For · A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years (or equivalent) · A genuine passion for working with young children · A caring, positive, and enthusiastic approach · Good communication and teamwork skills · Knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding (training can be provided) · Previous nursery experience is desirable but not essential for the right candidate What We Offer · Competitive salary with regular reviews · Supportive management and a friendly team environment · Ongoing training and professional development opportunities · Opportunities to progress within the nursery · Pension scheme · Paid holidays - 25 days plus bank holidays · A nursery that values staff wellbeing and work-life balance Safeguarding Our nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. To apply: Please send your CV to

Enabling Support Worker\nLocation: Treetops, Colchester\nSalary: £12.80 per hour\nHours Per Week: 40\nPlease note this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship, as the salary requirements set by the Home Office are not satisfied.\nAre you the candidate we are looking for? At Shaftesbury Treetops we are recruiting for Enabling Support Workers.\nWe are looking for people with the passion, talent, skills and experience that all add up to a caring and community-minded workforce.\nWe believe that the people we support have the right to a full and flourishing life. They deserve the very best in delivery. Driven by our core values, Shaftesbury strives to be Open, Enabling, Inclusive and Courageous in all that we do.\nOur disability services across adult care, children’s care and education are all focused on inclusion and support. Committed to professional, flexible and personalised care, we are passionate about going the extra mile in providing opportunities for people to thrive and live well.\nAbout the role\nAs an Enabling Support Worker it will be your role to provide support and encouragement, by taking direction from both the person supported and the person centred support plan.\nYou will be required to maintain accurate records while at work, in line with the service requirements. You may also be required to administer personal care and medication.\nThere will be a requirement to cover sleep in sessions. You will be paid an additional £60 per sleep in.\nAt Treetops\nTreetops is a high-dependency, residential care home providing 24-hour nursing and personal care for adults with disabilities, most of whom are younger.\nPeople at Treetops have a wide range of individual choice, enabled by active support from staff. The service takes a person-centred, flexible approach. We know that everyone’s needs and aspirations are different – that all sorts of things add up to a flourishing life.\nBenefits of working at Shaftesbury\nAt Shaftesbury, we know that our workers are our greatest asset. We’re proud to have some of the best and most committed staff in the sector – and we want to attract more people like you to work with Shaftesbury. We’re now offering even more great benefits to reward the work of our wonderful staff, which is listed below:\n * Welcome to Shaftesbury bonus of £500 on completion of a successful probation (terms apply)\n * Happy Birthday to you! As well as sending you a birthday card, all frontline care staff can have the opportunity to take the day off on their birthday, taken from your annual entitlement.\n * Great CQC great reward. If your service is rated good or equivalent by CQC in all domains, all staff will receive a £30 gift voucher. If rated outstanding, all staff will receive a £50 gift voucher.\n * We want to reward staff in a range of ways for their hard work. You can be nominated for a recognition letter from a member of the Executive Leadership Team and you may also be nominated to receive a gift voucher up to £50 for going above and beyond within your role.\n * Excellent training package provided for all staff.\n * Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 25 days + 8 days bank holiday for the first 5 years. Increasing to 28 days + 8 days bank holiday after 5 years.\n * Pension Scheme.\n * Access to our employee assistance program.\nShaftesbury is the disability charity that’s committed to enabling children, young people and adults to live a life that adds up for them.\nWhat makes life liveable is never down to just one thing - it’s the sum of many things. From friendship to fun; from companionship to community; from a great chat to a challenge overcome, it all adds up – to Shaftesbury.\nThrough a wide range of disability care, special education, and rehabilitation services we promote inclusion and wellbeing for all. Together, we work to see people take part, contribute and be valued. We put the elements in place that all add up to connected lives.\nShaftesbury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS/Access NI check.\nShaftesbury is committed to the Disability Confident Scheme and to equal opportunities therefore we welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation.\nTo Apply\nIf you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Shaftesbury, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application

External Account Manager – Asphalt\n\nLocation: Colchester\nContract: Full-time\nDepartment: Asphalt – Commercial\n\nReady to Take the Next Step in Your Commercial Career?\n\nWe’re looking for an experienced, driven, and customer-focused External Account Manager to join our Asphalt team. If you’re passionate about building strong relationships, delivering results, and shaping commercial success, this is the role for you.\n\nAbout the Role\n\nAs an External Account Manager, you will be responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of key customer accounts across the region. You’ll ensure price, volume, and profitability targets are met while working cross-functionally to deliver exceptional service and enhance customer satisfaction.\n\nThis is a dynamic, rewarding role where you’ll have autonomy, influence, and the opportunity to make a real impact.\n\nWhat You’ll Be Doing\n\nImplementing the Account Portfolio strategy to drive performance\nDelivering financial targets as set by the Business Unit and Regional Management\nAchieving monthly and annual Customer Account targets\nManaging and increasing Value Added Product volume in line with business objectives\nSupporting Major Project Managers with major bids and tender processes\nBuilding strong, lasting relationships with customers and identifying new opportunities\nEnsuring customer satisfaction measures are consistently exceeded\nCreating and maintaining high-quality account plans that outline clear customer objectives\nSupporting senior management in improving OTIF (On Time In Full) performance\n\nWhat We’re Looking For\n\nWe’re seeking someone with:\n\nA strong track record of managing customer accounts and adding commercial value\nExcellent negotiation, influencing, and relationship‑building skills\nStrong commercial acumen and experience using forecasting or commercial tools\nA deep understanding of regional markets and competitive landscapes\nAbility to work collaboratively across departments\nHigh levels of drive, determination, and accountability\nAbility to identify customer needs and build comprehensive solutions\nRelevant experience – formal qualifications are welcome but not essential\n\nBehaviours That Drive Success\n\nCommunicates effectively\nDemonstrates resilience\nManages conflict constructively\nValues differences\nDrives results\nOptimises work\nAssumes accountability\nMakes quality decisionsWhy Tarmac\n\nWe don't just offer a job, we offer a career.\n\nAlongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:\n\nBonus scheme\nEnhanced holiday entitlement\nContributory pension scheme\nAccess to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.\nAccess to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice\nAccess to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause\nTraining and development opportunitiesTarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer.If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.\n\nWe’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.\n\nReady to build your future?\n\nClick ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!\n\n#Tarmac #TarmacCareers\n\nTarmac Trading Limited

About the role\n\nWe're currently looking for a Business Infrastructure Analyst to join our IT team based in the Colchester Area. The role is a hybrid working role.\n\nThe role is responsible for delivering and supporting IT Infrastructure Services, building and maintaining relationships with local senior management and key business stakeholders to ensure that office and operational site infrastructure together with core IT Infrastructure Services meet business requirements.\n\nMain responsibilities\n\nIn this role you'll:\n\nProvide operational and technical guidance on existing IT Infrastructure Services, and new business solutions to ensure compliance with IT Standards and Security Policies where appropriate.\nProject Manage Business and IT changes, such as, but not limited to office moves, new sites, acquisitions and IT driven improvements, including stakeholder management, contingency planning and working collaboratively with the wider IT team as needed.\nWork closely with IT suppliers and business stakeholders to ensure new IT solutions and changes meet business requirements, are delivered within SLA and comply with IT Standards.This may involve producing technical documentation, Project Management activities and taking ownership from concept through to delivery.\nProvide ownership for incident management and support for business requests either directly, through the wider IT team, partners and other 3rd parties that includes a strong focus on excellent customer service, timely communications and escalation to ensure SLAs are not breached.\nOn-board and support new acquisitions and business changes, such as.\nEmbrace, up-skill and promote the benefits of new technologies. For example HCS, Meraki and O365.Please note : This role involves regular travel to the Corporate Centre, Regional Offices, and operational sites, and will require out-of-hours work, ie overnight, weekends, and public holidays.\n\nExperience & qualifications\n\nTo be successful in this role you'll need: \n\nArelevant professional qualification or be able to demonstrate the appropriate experience within an equivalent role\nExperience of working in an Infrastructure and/or Service Delivery role\nExperienced coordinating activities for others (colleagues or suppliers)\nProject Management experience\nSupplier Management experience\nService Delivery framework knowledge (e.g. ITIL) is desirable\nExperience in delivering services in line with SLAs and working with third parties\nTechnical skills, including desktops, laptops, thin clients, locally installed software, enterprise applications (e.g. SAP, Fortek, VAS), connected devices (e.g. printers), WAN, LAN (e.g. Meraki hardware), telephony (e.g. PBX, HCS, Contact Centre), data cabling, comms rooms, patching, UPS, and environmental controls (e.g. Air Con, Power etc)\nA broad understanding of Network securityWhy Tarmac\n\nWe don't just offer a job, we offer a career.\n\nAlongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:\n\nBonus scheme\nEnhanced holiday entitlement\nContributory pension scheme\nAccess to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.\nAccess to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice\nAccess to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause\nTraining and development opportunitiesTarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer.If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.\n\nWe’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.\n\nReady to build your future?\n\nClick ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!\n\n#Tarmac #TarmacCareers\n\nTarmac Trading Limited

Project Manager\n\nDepartment: Defence\n Location: Colchester\n\nA leading UK-based engineering and manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join its division.\n\nThe business designs, tests, certifies, and manufactures advanced manufacturing solutions for a wide range of industrial and life-critical applications.\n\nThe Role\n\nThis is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and results-driven Project Manager to play a key role in delivering complex, strategically important UK Defence contracts. The role sits within a dedicated and high-performing team focused on ensuring on-time, right-first-time project delivery.\n\nYou will be accountable for the end-to-end execution of projects, including supporting bids for new opportunities. Success in this role will require close collaboration with a multifunctional organisation, strong customer and supplier engagement, and a proven ability to manage delivery against cost, quality, and schedule.\n\nThe ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic self-starter, a strong team player, and a confident communicator with the drive to deliver positive change. Regular travel within the UK will be required.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nAct as the primary point of contact for key customers, building and maintaining strong, effective working relationships\nLead commercial and technical discussions with customers and internal stakeholders\nReview, interpret, and manage complex contracts, statements of work, and commercial agreements\nEnsure projects comply with contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and internal governance\nAlign project execution with contract requirements and business objectives\nDefine project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior stakeholders\nDevelop and maintain detailed project plans, budgets, resource schedules, risk registers, and change logs\nApply appropriate project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid) based on project context\nLead cross-functional teams, manage dependencies, and resolve issues and conflicts\nProactively manage risks, escalations, and strategic challenges\nProvide clear, accurate project status reporting to senior management and executive stakeholders\nDrive project reviews, post-implementation assessments, and lessons-learned activities\nMentor and support junior Project Managers\nMake decisions with financial, legal, and strategic impactThis role may evolve in line with business needs, market conditions, and project requirements.\n\nEssential Experience & Qualifications\n\nProven experience working within the Defence industry\nBachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline (Master's degree preferred)\nMinimum of 7 years' project management experience, including at least 3 years in a senior role\nDemonstrable experience managing large, complex, multi-million-pound projects\nStrong track record of managing external customers, suppliers, and vendor contracts\nExperience working closely with legal and procurement teams on commercial agreements\nProject Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)\nWillingness to travel regularly across the UK

Express Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with a well-established precision engineering specialist who supply specialist/one-off components to market leaders across the Aerospace and Defence sectors. Following a recent acquisition and a rapidly growing demand for their bespoke services, our client is seeking a highly experience Production Manager. The successful candidate will possess natural leadership qualities of a high-performing production workforce (20+ members), coupled with proven firsthand experience in a busy machine shop, with capabilities for working with a wide range of CNC machines, such as Mazak, HAAS and Doosan machines. In return, you will receive a generous salary of up to £75,000 depending on experience and skillset. Other benefits include 5% matched pension, access to online discount scheme, up to x8 life assurance policy, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and discretionary annual bonus scheme (based on company and personal performance). Skills & Experience • Apprentice trained or City & Guilds qualified in Mechanical and/or Manufacturing Engineering, • Proven previous firsthand experience in multi-axis CNC machining (4-7 axis), including milling, turning, and lathe work, • Demonstrable leadership experience of a high performing production workforce, ideally numbers of 20+, • Previous experience within precision manufacturing for Aerospace and Defence sectors, with solid understanding of compliance standards such as AS9100, • Ability to manage underperformance, quality issues, and disciplinaries in a professional and strategic manner, • Ability to make key decisions in a calm and calculated manner, • Capable of adapting quickly to operational and technical changes as the business continues to grow, • IT literate, including ERP/MRP systems and Excel for KPI reporting, labour productivity tracking, and raw material control, • Well versed a variety of continuous improvement and LEAN techniques to help drive a ‘Right First Time’ culture and zero-compromise quality culture Roles & Responsibilities • Manage day to day production activities across a busy CNC machine workshop, overseeing daily production output, quality, and efficient delivery, • Collaborating with Technical Manager to refine and implement technical strategy and processes throughout the department, whilst being on hand to resolve technical issues efficiently and in line with company standards, • Drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the department to enhance efficiency & cost savings, reduce wastage and improve overall quality of product output, • Lead daily stand-up meetings to set clear KPI objectives for the team and monitor individual and team performance, whilst highlighting key trends, • Oversee R&D projects focused on NPI and NPD, ensuring the team have sufficient resources and support available, • Monitor production staff rota and labour effectiveness levels, including taking ownership of decisions regarding overtime spend to ensure timely delivery of projects, • Identify production bottlenecks and implement structured corrective actions, • Work closely with the Quality Manager to ensure compliance and quality standards are maintained such as ISO:9001 and AS9100, • Support wider quality team with internal and external audits, • Conduct structured performance reviews on a 1-to-1 basis, ensuring clear goals and expectations are met, giving high praise were necessary and addressing underperformance concerns when required, • Maintain technical credibility with experienced CNC Machinists About Express Recruitment Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates. We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on Not quite found the right role for you yet? Let us do the scrolling for you! Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on or give us a call on 0115 924 0010 and we will do the rest for you. Job Location Coggeshall, Essex Salary c£65,000 to £75,000 per annum D.O.E Job Type and Hours Full Time, Permanent How to Apply Interested candidates can send their resumes to mentioning the Job Title in the subject line. Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future. This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.

At Parkdean Resorts, we’re looking for a proactive, safety‑focused, and energetic Activity & Leisure Manager to lead the swimming pool, leisure facilities, and activities programme across the park. This is a hands‑on leadership role ideal for someone passionate about delivering outstanding guest experiences in a safe, fun, and well‑managed environment. As an Activity & Leisure Manager, you’ll oversee the day‑to‑day operation of the swimming pool and activities programme. You’ll ensure all leisure facilities operate safely, compliantly, and to the highest standard, while motivating and developing the leisure and lifeguard team. You will create a memorable, engaging experience for every guest who visits our pool and activity areas. • Deliver a high‑quality swimming pool and activities programme with engaging, fun, and inclusive guest experiences., • Maintain a safe environment for guests and team members, ensuring correct use, handling, and storage of equipment, chemicals, and plant rooms., • Oversee daily management of all leisure facilities, including the swimming pool and activities programme., • Ensure pool plant, safety systems, and equipment are well‑maintained and managed in line with the SPLASH manual and company standards., • Ensure Lifeguards are fully trained, qualified, and compliant with RLSS and STA requirements., • Carry out and oversee water quality and chemical testing in line with operating procedures., • Lead, motivate, and support the leisure and lifeguard teams, including conducting regular 1‑2‑1s., • Contribute as part of the Wider Heads of Department team to deliver park‑wide success., • Maintain a high standard of presentation, cleanliness, and safety across all activity and leisure areas., • Monitor performance and guest feedback to continuously enhance the activity schedule and participation levels., • Undertake continuous professional development in key areas such as customer care, pool plant, lifesaving skills, and health & safety., • A valid NPLQ Lifeguard qualification, or are a strong swimmer willing to complete the qualification., • Experience managing, coaching, and developing a team in a leisure or customer‑focused environment., • Excellent relationship‑building skills and confidence working with internal teams and external guests., • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to maximise participation and satisfaction., • NPLQ Trainer Assessor qualification (desirable)., • Pool Plant Operations qualification (desirable)., • A valid First Aid at Work certificate., • Flexibility to work varied days including weekends, evenings, and bank holidays., • 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. 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

Join Colchester Institute - Where Your Career Makes a Difference At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment. We are seeking a Lecturer - Course Leader - Art & Design to join our team. We are seeking an inspiring and committed Art and Design Lecturer who can motivate young people through a strong emphasis on making, experimentation, and creative exploration. The postholder will provide leadership across pathways within our Level 3 Diploma in Creative Practice programme. They will play a key role in shaping an engaging and inclusive curriculum, ensuring students are challenged, supported, and encouraged to take creative risks. Applicants should have the ability to teach and support students with interests in Fashion and Textiles, Costume, and 3D Making. A broad, interdisciplinary approach to art and design practice is essential, alongside the ability to connect practical skills with critical thinking and contextual understanding. This is a permanent, part-time position (0.8 FTE), working four days per week (including Tuesdays). The role is based in our dedicated Art and Design studios and workshops, where you will have access to specialist facilities and resources to support high-quality teaching and learning. Job title: Lecturer - Course Leader - Art & Design Part Time, 0.8 contract, FTE £35,228.44 - £43,290 About the role: Responsible for the whole study programme overseeing the academic quality, delivery, enrichment, student outcomes and course administration. monitor standards of students' work against awarding organisation guidelines and to raise achievement levels. Working with area leadership teams to ensure management of quality assurance and provision. Ensuring appropriate requirements are met for external verification. Comprehensive teaching responsibilities (designing schemes of work, assessing, preparation, delivery, marking, individual student tutoring). Designing, developing, and reviewing curriculum materials in line with programme specifications and quality assurance frameworks. Delivering engaging and innovative teaching using a variety of pedagogical approaches to meet diverse learner needs. Essential Experience: Teaching or delivering training experience in Art & Design Extensive vocational/ industry knowledge in a related field Creative problem solving skills and evidence of strong technical knowledge in art and design related disciplines Essential Qualifications: Education to degree level and/or above in an Art & Design or related subject Level 5 Teaching Qualification/ completing within 3 years of employment or 3 years of the first available course Why join us? At Colchester Institute, we value our staff and invest in their growth. Joining us means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and training. If you are passionate about making a difference and inspiring the next generation, we would love to hear from you. We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.c272c101-f45c-4783-b4a0-50ad222b87c0

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NEW VACANCY! (PK9261) SALES ADMINISTRATOR (OFFICE BASED) ESSEX SALARY GUIDE UP TO £28K (Depending on Experience) + Company Pension + 20 Days Annual Leave increasing to 25 after 5 Years + Onsite Parking WORKING HOURS: Mon to Thurs - 8:15am till 5:15pm / Fri 8:15am till 12pm Our client is a leading sheet plant corrugated manufacturer specialising in bespoke corrugated Packaging solutions right though to heavy duty. They are currently looking to recruit a Sales Administrator to join their busy Sales Administration Department. Key Responsibilities: Manage a busy inbox and carry out reception duties, acting as a first point of contact for customers and visitors Process sales orders accurately and in a timely manner Order materials and stock as required, and ensure all goods are correctly booked in Monitor stock levels and support annual stock valuation processes Log new customer enquiries and prepare quotations in line with company guidelines Liaise with customers to ensure a high standard of service and prompt resolution of queries Produce Excel reports and maintain/update existing reporting systems Organise and participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) meetings Raise sales invoices accurately and efficiently Match purchase orders and proof of delivery (POD) documents to purchase invoices, and input into the system Work closely with the Sales Administration team, reporting to the Manager, and liaise with Design, Production and Transport departmentsResponsibilities: Previous experience in a Sales Administration role (experience within a manufacturing environment is advantageous but not essential) Some experience of purchase ledger processes would be beneficial Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel Highly motivated and proactive, with strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organisational and time management abilities Ability to prioritise and manage a varied and busy workload effectively

Join Colchester Institute - Where Your Career Makes a Difference At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and strengthen communities. As one of the region's leading providers of education and skills training, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive and forward-thinking working environment where staff can thrive. We are committed to championing diversity and inspiring individuals from all backgrounds to succeed across a wide range of sectors. Job Title: Lecturer - Course Leader - Electrical Installation Full-time and part-time opportunities available Are you already a teacher, or a qualified electrician ready to take the next step in your career? If you have strong industry experience and a passion for helping others develop, this is your chance to step out of the day-to-day of the trade and into a rewarding role where you'll shape the electricians of the future. We're looking for passionate, knowledgeable professionals to join our Mechanical and Electrical Services team. For those new to teaching, full training and support will be provided to help you develop your teaching qualifications while you work. About the Role In this exciting role, you will: Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment in Electrical Installation. Mark learner work, design assessments and create engaging learning materials. Monitor learner standards in line with awarding body requirements and collaborate with the Assistant Area Head to ensure an outstanding learner experience. Use e-portfolios to track learner progress and maintain accurate digital records. Provide academic and pastoral support through Individual Learning Plans and work closely with apprentices throughout their training and assessment. Manage and administer allocated units, ensuring all programme requirements are fully met for a range of learner groups. Support the Assistant Area Head in delivering Electrical Installation standards. Promote Electrical Installation courses through school liaison, open evenings and marketing events. Engage with employers to organise high-quality work experience, industry talks, live projects and enrichment opportunities. Contribute to quality monitoring, action planning and continuous improvement within the team. Mentor colleagues where appropriate and take part in evaluation processes and reporting. This role gives you the opportunity to use your real-world trade experience to make a lasting impact, while developing a fulfilling new career in education. Essential Qualifications Level 3 Electrical Installation qualification (or equivalent), including NVQ and AM2. Relevant teaching qualification, or willingness to complete one within 3 years of employment (or 3 years from the first available course). Assessor Award (TAQA) or willingness to achieve in post. Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Level 4 Award or willingness to achieve in post. Essential Experience Substantial hands-on experience as a practising electrician. Strong grounding in the electrical trade with proven, real-world expertise. If you meet the essential criteria, we encourage you to apply. Please ensure your CV clearly demonstrates how you meet these requirements. Additional Information Colchester Institute is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please note: Internal applicants are not eligible for Skill Supplements or the Introductory Initial Payment. External applicants may receive these benefits following successful completion of a three-month probationary period. Please note: We do not work with recruitment or search agencies unless formally contracted in line with our PSL. TPBN1_UKTJ

We’re looking for an experienced Service Desk Analyst to join our clients IT team in Colchester. This is a key position within the business, helping deliver reliable and secure IT services across the organisation. You’ll take full ownership of support requests from initial contact through to resolution, working within a collaborative IT team across a modern Microsoft 365 hybrid environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on support, structured troubleshooting, and gaining exposure to wider infrastructure and project work. What you’ll be doing • Acting as the first point of contact for IT incidents and service requests, managing them through to resolution, • Taking full ownership of support tickets end-to-end within the ITSM system, • Providing support across Windows, Android, and iOS devices, Microsoft 365 services, and core business applications, • Troubleshooting within a Microsoft 365 hybrid environment (including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Intune, and endpoint security), • Managing joiners, leavers, and role changes, ensuring secure and timely access provisioning, • Installing, configuring, and maintaining IT hardware and software in line with company standards, • Monitoring systems and responding to security alerts, including MFA, compliance, and access controls, • Supporting ISO 27001-aligned processes and working with teams such as HR, Finance, and Compliance, • Contributing to IT improvements, problem management, and project delivery What you’ll gain • A varied, hands-on role with full ownership and accountability, • Exposure to a modern Microsoft 365 environment, including identity, security, and endpoint management, • Opportunities to work alongside the Network Engineer and IT Manager, gaining infrastructure and networking experience, • Involvement in key IT projects such as upgrades, migrations, and security improvements, • Ongoing training and support for professional certifications, • A collaborative and supportive team where your contribution is recognised Essential skills & experience • At least 2 years’ experience in a Service Desk or IT support role within a Microsoft/Windows environment, • Strong troubleshooting skills with a structured, logical approach, • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to support users at all levels, • Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload in a busy environment, • A proactive, customer-focused mindset with strong ownership of issues, • Good organisational skills and attention to detail, • GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English (grade 4/C or above), • Willingness and ability to travel between sites when required Desirable skills & experience • Experience with Microsoft 365 administration, endpoint management, and software deployment tools, • Understanding of networking and security concepts (e.g. subnets, VLANs, firewalls), • Basic scripting knowledge (e.g. PowerShell), • Familiarity with IT governance frameworks such as ISO 27001 or Cyber Essentials, • Relevant IT certifications (CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco), or a commitment to ongoing development, • A curious, analytical mindset with strong attention to detail, • A collaborative team player with a calm and professional approach

Join Colchester Institute - Where Your Career Makes a Difference At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment. We are seeking a Lecturer to join our Hospitality team. In this role you will plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons tailored to a diverse range of learners and courses. You will support students throughout their study programmes, monitoring progress and providing guidance in line with college policies to help them achieve their full potential. You will be committed to continuous improvement, regularly reflecting on and enhancing your teaching practice, including the effective use of digital and online learning resources. Maintaining high expectations of student performance, behaviour, and commitment is essential, as is ensuring all work meets awarding body standards. Job title: Lecturer - Patisserie - Hospitality Part Time 22.2 hours per week, spread over 3 days, Permanent, Colchester campus About the role: To undertake a teaching role across a range of Level 1-3 Professional Chefs curriculum, focusing on delivery of Patisserie appropriate to the needs of all learners and different courses. To prepare, plan and conduct effective teaching appropriate to the needs of individual students, courses, and the curriculum. Monitor and support learners across the whole study prgramme adhering to college policy. To reflect continuously and improve the quality of teaching and learning within your sessions. Utilising and developing online resources to support student achievement. Maintain high expectations of learner's work, comittment and behaviour, taking action to ensure the highest standards are met at all times. Essential Experience: Experience of working in catering operations with patisserie being the main area of expertise. High level pastry and dessert skills, plating, finishing and using modern techniques. Understanding of commercial kitchen pace and standards. Essential Qualifications Education to level 3 or above and/or a professional qualification in relevant subject area or equivalent. Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above / CSE Level 1 / O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent. Level 5 Teaching Qualification / completing within 3 years of employment or 3 years of the first available course. Assessor/Verifier Awards. Why join us? At Colchester Institute, we value our staff and invest in their growth. Joining us means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and training. If you are passionate about making a difference and inspiring the next generation, we would love to hear from you. We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL. TPBN1_UKTJ

Join Colchester Institute - Where Your Career Makes a Difference At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment. We are seeking a Lecturer to join our team. In this role you will deliver teaching in Motor Vehicle Refinishing across Levels 1-3, incorporating the embedding of English and maths where appropriate. Undertake course leadership responsibilities and contribute to the ongoing development of the curriculum within the department. Job title: Lecturer - Course Leader - Auto Body Repair and Refinishing Full time, Permanent About the role: Prepare and develop high-quality teaching and learning materials. Deliver engaging and effective learning sessions tailored to the needs of individual students, courses, and the wider curriculum, while maintaining accurate attendance records and promoting positive behaviour. Set, assess, and record coursework and assessments in line with awarding body requirements. Provide academic and pastoral support to students, offering guidance on progress and referring to specialist services where appropriate, and contributing to progress reviews and reports. Maintain high expectations of learners' performance, commitment, and behaviour, taking appropriate action to uphold standards. Contribute to the work of subject and programme teams, as well as relevant committees and boards. Support the promotion of the Institute's programmes by attending events such as open evenings, parents' evenings, careers events, and school visits. Continuously evaluate and enhance the quality of teaching and learning through engagement with the College's quality improvement and observation processes. Essential Experience: Evidence of recent CPD Significant experience of working in industry within a practical motor vehicle environment. Experience of maintaining equipment associated with vehicle service and repair workshops. Experience of training and assessing automotive subjects. Essential Qualifications: Level 3 qualification or equivalent in vehicle service and repair. Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above / CSE Level 1 / O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent. Level 5 Teaching Qualification / completing within 3 years of employment or 3 years of the first available course. Why join us? At Colchester Institute, we value our staff and invest in their growth. Joining us means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and training. If you are passionate about making a difference and inspiring the next generation, we would love to hear from you. We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL. TPBN1_UKTJ

Astute's Power team are looking to recruit an Electrical Instrumentation and Control Site Supervisor on a 12-month contract for a project in Essex from June 2026. Key skills Take ownership of EIC site activities across electrical, instrumentation, and control systems Act as the key on-site interface between contractors, site management, and engineering teams Support installation, testing, and commissioning to meet programme milestones Drive safe, efficient execution aligned to project timelines and quality standards Provide practical, on-the-ground leadership to ensure work is delivered right first time Lead and enforce HSEQ standards, ensuring all works are carried out in line with approved RAMS Coordinate subcontractors and vendors to maintain progress and resolve issues quickly Manage defects, punch lists, and completion activities through to close-out Support testing, commissioning, and fault-finding across EIC systems Raise and manage site changes, deviations, and interface issues with the wider project team Must be someone has who proven experience in EIC Supervision ideally within an EFW (Energy from Waste) / Energy project (Power, Oil & Gas etc). Must have a strong background working in live construction and commissioning environments Must hold an SSSTS (or equivalent) Must have experience within HV/LV/MW systems, instrumentation and control systems i.e. PLC /DCS Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Electrical Instrumentation and Control Site Supervisor role Essex June 2026 12 Months min £(Apply online only) per day INDPOW Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful

Company Information A well-established and growing organisation is seeking a Service Desk Analyst to join its internal IT team based in Colchester. This is a key opportunity for a Service Desk Analyst to play a vital role in maintaining reliable and secure IT services across the business. The successful Service Desk Analyst will join a close-knit IT team, working alongside senior technical professionals and gaining exposure to a wide range of technologies, infrastructure, and project-based work. This position may be subject to security clearance, including DBS and other relevant vetting processes. Service Desk Analyst - Roles and Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for IT incidents and service requests, managing tickets end-to-end within an ITSM system Take full ownership of support queries from initial contact through to resolution as a Service Desk Analyst Provide hands-on support across Windows environments, Microsoft 365, and mobile platforms including Android and iOS Troubleshoot issues within a Microsoft 365 hybrid environment, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Intune, and identity/access management Manage joiners, leavers, and internal role changes, ensuring secure and efficient access provisioning Install, configure, and maintain IT hardware and software in line with internal standards Monitor systems and respond to security alerts, supporting MFA, endpoint compliance, and access controls Work closely with senior IT staff, gaining exposure to networking, infrastructure, and wider technical decision-making Contribute to IT projects such as system upgrades, migrations, hardware refresh programmes, and security improvements Support internal processes aligned with ISO 27001, collaborating with departments such as HR, Finance, and Compliance Assist with ongoing service improvement, problem management, and documentationService Desk Analyst - Skills and Experience Minimum of 2 years' experience working as a Service Desk Analyst or in a similar IT support role within a Microsoft environment Strong troubleshooting ability with a logical and structured approach to problem solving Confident communicator, comfortable supporting users at all levels of the business Proven ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple issues effectively in a fast-paced environment Proactive and customer-focused mindset, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability Solid organisational skills and attention to detail GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at grade 4/C or above Willingness and ability to travel between sites when requiredDesirable Skills: Experience with Microsoft 365 administration, endpoint management, and device management tools (RMM/MDM) Understanding of networking and security fundamentals (e.g. subnets, VLANs, firewalls) Exposure to scripting or automation tools such as PowerShell Familiarity with IT governance frameworks such as ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Relevant IT certifications (CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco) or a commitment to further learning Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail Collaborative team player with a calm and professional approachIn Return? Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 Hybrid and flexible working Holiday entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays with long service recognition and festive shutdown. CPD opportunities Regular salary reviews Competitive Company Pension Scheme. Health cash plan scheme. Professional membership support Family policies Great office team building events and fully expensed seasonal social events. On-site parking facilities Season Ticket Loan (if applicable) Death in service benefit. Early Finish incentives when the Practice targets are hit. Additional leave allocated for volunteering (up to 2 days).If you are a Service Desk Analyst, considering your opportunities, please contact Megan Cole at Brandon James. REF: 21805MC

IT Technician Placement Programme - No Experience Required Our training will help you kick-start a new career in IT. We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our IT support Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee upon completion. Whether you are working full time, part time or unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is broken down into 3 easy steps, which can be finished in as little as 3 months: Step 1 - Online Training The first step is completing a selection of professional, accredited and industry recognised IT Support courses by CompTIA, Microsoft and Cisco. The training is delivered via multimedia rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes through a portal that you study from home. You will also be assigned an expert tutor to help you throughout your training. Step 2 – Practical Training You will gain the practical experience by using our cutting edge Livelabs. Gaining hands-on experience is essential in today’s IT industry for both certifications and keeping up to date with new technologies. Theory is often not enough these days, companies require hands on practical experience to make sure you're job ready. Step 3 – Official exams You will then go on to sit the CompTIA A+ exams to give you the official certifications which will be recognised worldwide. The CompTIA A+ is the most commonly asked for certificate in entry level IT roles. Guaranteed Job Placement At this point you will have fully completed our IT Support Traineeship and be ready to start work. Through our range of partnerships throughout the UK with IT organisations, we are able to place you into an entry level IT role within your local area. We can guarantee you a starting salary of between £20-30k, working in either an IT Technician/Desktop Support/First Line Support Role. We guarantee you will be offered a job upon completion or we will refund you 100% of your course fees back. At a one off cost of £795, or a deposit of £112 followed by 10 interest free monthly instalments of £78, this represents a great opportunity to start a rewarding career in IT. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a career in IT? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. ‘Please note that this is a training course and fees apply

Due to their continued success and growth, our client is currently seeking to recruit an experienced Service Desk Analyst to join their IT department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically minded individual to work for an award-winning business, who truly value their employees. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role within the department, responsible for supporting the effective delivery of secure, reliable IT services across the business Key Duties & Responsibilities: • End-to-end ownership of Service Desk tickets, from first contact to resolution, • Provide hands-on support within a Microsoft 365 hybrid environment, • Act as the first point of contact for IT incidents and service requests via the ITSM system, • Support Windows, Android, iOS devices, Microsoft 365, business applications, and core systems, • Troubleshoot across Microsoft 365 services including Entra ID, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Intune, and endpoint protection, • Manage user onboarding, offboarding, and access changes, ensuring secure and timely provisioning, • Install, configure, and maintain hardware and software in line with internal standards, • Monitor systems, respond to security alerts, and support MFA, device compliance, and access controls, • Work closely with the other team members, gaining exposure to infrastructure and networking decisions, • Contribute to IT projects including upgrades, migrations, security improvements, and hardware refresh programmes, • Support ISO 27001-aligned processes and collaborate with other teams as appropriate, • Participate in problem management and continuous improvement initiatives, • Ongoing training and development, including support for IT certifications, • Work as part of a collaborative IT team where your input is valued and visible Skills & Experience Required: • At least 2 years’ experience in a Service Desk or IT support role within a Windows/Microsoft-based environment, including an understanding of Microsoft 365 administration, endpoint management systems and software packaging (RMM, MDMs), • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting ability, using a structured approach to problem resolution, • Clear and confident communicator, comfortable supporting users across all levels of the business, • Proven ability to prioritise effectively and manage multiple competing tasks in a fast-paced setting, • Customer-focused mindset with strong ownership and accountability for issues raised, • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail, • Minimum GCSE (or equivalent) qualifications in Maths and English at grade 4/C or above, • Flexibility to travel between practice locations when required, including at short notice Core Benefits (subject to eligibility): • 25 days holiday entitlement plus bank holiday with long service recognition and festive shut down, • Flexible and remote working, • Opportunities for personal and professional growth, • Health cash plan scheme, • Health & Mental Wellness Programs, • Cycle to work scheme, • Great office team building events, • On-site parking

About The Role Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Where will you be working? We help our clients safeguard the water supply, improve environmental performance and manage demand for future generations. We enhance and extend asset life, ensuring compliance with water quality and environmental standards. Were problem solvers with over 140 years of combined experience in engineering and infrastructure. This role will be within our water and wastewater capital project delivery team. Our teams deliver large-scale capital programmes aimed at keeping water infrastructure resilient for the long-term while protecting the environment. Want to be a part of it? What will you be doing? As our Quantity Surveyor you'llplay a key role in overseeing the commercial viability of projects by attending progress and planning meetings, analysing cost-to-complete data, preparing monthly CVRs, and identifying risks or variances against agreed budgets. Working closely with clients, you will agree budgets for each job, including risk registers and programme requirements, while ensuring all contractual dates and notifications are managed in line with expectations. Collaboration is central to this role, and you'll build strong working relationships with Project Delivery Managers and wider stakeholders to ensure effective communication, early identification of risks, and well-prioritised workload planning. Youll be responsible for monitoring project performance, analysing cost allocations, and developing improvement plans to enhance productivity and reduce unnecessary expenditure. Alongside your analytical responsibilities, you will champion continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline processes and sharing best practice across the contract. You may also supervise staff when required and support ad-hoc commercial tasks to ensure smooth, efficient project delivery and robust commercial outcomes. What you'll bring Formal Quantity Surveyor qualification (HND or BSc) Working knowledge of NEC3 form of contract Project experience, with involvement in change control and risk management Knowledge / experience surrounding management of risk budgets and associated analysis Exemplary attention to detail Experience in the compilation & presentation of cost and value reports / analysis across a portfolio of projects Good communication, interaction / team-working, presentation and negotiation skills Good knowledge of Excel essential e.g. pivot tables, vlookups, there will be an excel test on interviewing. Ability to prioritise and manage own workload to ensure all targets and reports are delivered on time and with the appropriate level of analysis. Full driving licence Whats in it for you? We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include; Contributory pension scheme Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year Employee assistance programme My Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discounts Life assurance Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave Reward and recognition scheme Recommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to us! In addition, this role offers; Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme Private health care - single cover Health Care Cash Plan, giving you the ability to claim back medical expenses for things like dental, eyecare and physiotherapy and much more! 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Discretionary bonus scheme We want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. Were one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting army veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs. Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours. Were responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet Were open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations Were together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts Were ambitious and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for life Whether youre a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development. Its an exceptional time to be a part of M Group. Please note: Occasionally, job adverts might be closed before the stated closing date. Do apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered. For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rd party background checks as part of the hiring process. Some roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of induction and onboarding. #MGroupW TPBN1_UKTJ

COMPANY OVERVIEW A leading UK-wide facilities management provider is continuing to strengthen its Fire & Security division across the South region. The organisation delivers specialist technical services to major retail and commercial clients, supporting large-scale estates with planned and reactive maintenance solutions. With a strong national presence and a reputation for operational excellence, the business provides fully integrated maintenance services across fire safety, security systems, electrical, and building compliance disciplines. The company is recognised for its structured processes, technical expertise, and long-standing client partnerships. An opportunity has arisen for a Fire & Security Technician to join the Essex region, delivering maintenance and compliance services across designated retail stores. COMPANY USP National Coverage with Dedicated Regional Support Operating across multiple UK regions while maintaining strong local engineering teams. Specialist Technical Expertise Delivering compliance-led fire and security solutions in line with current British Standards and industry regulations. Structured Service Delivery Model Clear KPIs, response times, and performance metrics supported by digital reporting systems. Long-Term Client Partnerships Supporting large, multi-site commercial portfolios with consistent, high-quality service. JOB PURPOSE To act as the technical specialist for designated stores, delivering first-call response and maintenance across Fire Alarms, CCTV, EAS, Access Control, PA systems, and Automatic Pedestrian Gates, ensuring full compliance and minimal disruption to store operations. JOB DUTIES Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs within agreed KPIs including response, first fix, and closure targets. Conduct Fire Alarm PPM visits in accordance with BS5839 standards. Ensure all Fire Alarm systems remain compliant with BS 5839 and report defects where necessary. Respond promptly to service calls from the Helpdesk during working hours and whilst on call. Identify non-repairable faults and recommend appropriate corrective actions. Order replacement parts in line with company procedures and ensure timely installation upon delivery. Complete all documentation and digital reports accurately in line with company standards. Liaise with site Duty Managers during each visit to communicate repair updates and operational risks. Carry out surveys and technical reports as required by management. Ensure all works are completed in line with Health & Safety policies and company procedures. Maintain tools and equipment to ensure readiness and compliance at all times. Attend relevant training courses and complete mandatory online training modules. Comply with all statutory regulations and company Health & Safety requirements. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Represent the company in a professional and competent manner at all times. Build and maintain strong working relationships with client site teams and colleagues. Deliver work efficiently and cost-effectively while maintaining high technical standards. Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and service level agreements. Work collaboratively with internal teams to meet operational targets and service delivery standards. Demonstrate flexibility to support operational requirements and on-call rota participation. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED GCSE standard education or equivalent. Electrical competency qualification (NVQ or City & Guilds) desirable. Proven experience working with Fire Alarm systems and CCTV (IP and analogue). Full UK driving licence. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Good written and verbal communication skills. Customer-focused approach with a professional manner. PC literate and confident using digital reporting systems. Ability to distinguish colours as required for electrical/electronic maintenance work. Willingness to work flexible hours and participate in on-call duties. SALARY & BENEFITS £38,481.37 basic salary 42.5 hours per week, full-time permanent role 33 Days Holiday Company vehicle provided + Fuel Card Company pension scheme Private healthcare On-call rota participation (details discussed at interview) Ongoing training and development opportunities Supportive team environment within a national organisation Please call Clare on 077998 886594 and please apply to this advert to prompt a call back. TPBN1_UKTJ

Join Colchester Institute - Where Your Career Makes a Difference At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment. We are seeking a Progress and Destination Tutor to join our team. In this role you will, work in liaison with curriculum and teaching staff to provide appropriate support for students, with the overall aim to ensure that all students progress on their programmes and that they are equipped with the skills and information needed to reach a positive destination; thus positively contributing to the College's retention, attendance and destination results. Job title: Progress and Destination Tutor Permanent, 38 weeks a year, 37 hours a week, Colchester Based, Health and Social Care, Science and Access - HE and FE Department About the role: Supporting students with their induction and orientation to the College, in liaison with other curriculum staff, to help them to identify their planned destinations and any barriers to learning, supporting the 42-day focus process leading to increased retention. To have a particular focus in the first few weeks of the academic year on students who enrol late, or who show signs of disengagement or detachment in the early stages of their study programmes, to keep them on programme. Reviewing students' overall attendance, punctuality, behaviour, and attitudes to learning, taking swift and appropriate action as necessary, including the use of the College attendance and / or disciplinary policy, supported by programme leaders and other involved teaching staff. Delivering weekly tutorial sessions on cross-college themes, and in line with a centrally produced tutorial programme including, but not limited to, progression; employability; safeguarding; preventing radicalisation; staying safe, bullying and harassment; and British values. Developing and adapting Group Tutorial sessions and resources in line with a co- ordinated College approach to ensure the most appropriate delivery for your students. Using relevant software such as moodle to deliver aspects of the Group Tutorial Programme, especially work experience and employability. Essential Experience: Experience working with 16-19 year olds. Experience of supporting, motivating and mentoring individuals against goals. Experience of working with various forms of communication including email, texting and telephone. Essential Qualifications: Minimum L2 maths and English Education to a Level 3 or above Why join us? At Colchester Institute, we value our staff and invest in their growth. Joining us means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and training. If you are passionate about making a difference and inspiring the next generation, we would love to hear from you. We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL. TPBN1_UKTJ

About the role We're currently looking for a Business Infrastructure Analyst to join our IT team based in the Colchester Area. The role is a hybrid working role. The role is responsible for delivering and supporting IT Infrastructure Services, building and maintaining relationships with local senior management and key business stakeholders to ensure that office and operational site infrastructure together with core IT Infrastructure Services meet business requirements . Main responsibilities In this role you'll: Provide operational and technical guidance on existing IT Infrastructure Services, and new business solutions to ensure compliance with IT Standards and Security Policies where appropriate. Project Manage Business and IT changes, such as, but not limited to office moves, new sites, acquisitions and IT driven improvements, including stakeholder management, contingency planning and working collaboratively with the wider IT team as needed. Work closely with IT suppliers and business stakeholders to ensure new IT solutions and changes meet business requirements, are delivered within SLA and comply with IT Standards.This may involve producing technical documentation, Project Management activities and taking ownership from concept through to delivery. Provide ownership for incident management and support for business requests either directly, through the wider IT team, partners and other 3rd parties that includes a strong focus on excellent customer service, timely communications and escalation to ensure SLAs are not breached. On-board and support new acquisitions and business changes, such as. Embrace, up-skill and promote the benefits of new technologies. For example HCS, Meraki and O365. Please note : This role involves regular travel to the Corporate Centre, Regional Offices, and operational sites, and will require out-of-hours work, ie overnight, weekends, and public holidays. Experience & qualifications To be successful in this role you'll need:? Arelevant professional qualification or be able to demonstrate the appropriate experience within an equivalent role Experience of working in an Infrastructure and/or Service Delivery role Experienced coordinating activities for others (colleagues or suppliers) Project Management experience Supplier Management experience Service Delivery framework knowledge (e.g. ITIL) is desirable Experience in delivering services in line with SLAs and working with third parties Technical skills, including desktops, laptops, thin clients, locally installed software, enterprise applications (e.g. SAP, Fortek, VAS), connected devices (e.g. printers), WAN, LAN (e.g. Meraki hardware), telephony (e.g. PBX, HCS, Contact Centre), data cabling, comms rooms, patching, UPS, and environmental controls (e.g. Air Con, Power etc) A broad understanding of Network security Why Tarmac We don't just offer a job, we offer a career. Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including: Bonus scheme Enhanced holiday entitlement Contributory pension scheme Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc. Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause Training and development opportunities Tarmac is committed to being a Forces-friendly employer.If youre coming from a military background, well support your transition and help you build a successful career with us. Were proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, were here to support you. Ready to build your future? Click Apply to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so dont wait too long! #Tarmac #TarmacCareers Tarmac Trading Limited TPBN1_UKTJ

Location:Essex Salary Package: £(Apply online only) per day Benefits for the Locum EHC coordinator : Contract with a well-regarded local authority Contract to start for someone who is available immediatelly Flexible hybrid working model (3 days from home, 2 days on site) Strong educational landscape: approximately 92% of schools locally are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, above the 82% national averageNonStop Care is currently supporting a prestigious local authority in East Anglia with the recruitment of Locum EHC Coordinator, on a temporary contract. Working pattern: Hybrid (blend of home and office-based working). Office in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. This opportunity offers flexibility to support work-life balance through its hybrid structure, alongside the security of a fixed-term contract without long-term tie-in. Key responsibilities of Locum EHC coordinator: The post-holder will act as the first point of contact for an allocated caseload of either: New EHC assessments (approximately 40-60 cases at any one time), or Existing EHC plans (approximately (Apply online only) cases) Requirements of EHCP Coordinator: Proven local authority experience within an EHC/SEND function (essential) Ability to draft high-quality, legally compliant EHC plans in line with internal quality assurance processes Experience managing complex statutory caseloads within required time-framesPlease send your CV over to (url removed). You can also apply via this web-site. You must also write a cover letter outlining your suitability for the position. If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a £200 referral bonus through our referral scheme

Head of Department – building Fabric - £75k – Essex based. Office : Essex with occasional travelling to client sites. My client are a leading engineering company who have been trading for over 50 years providing first class building services solutions to some of largest names within retail, educational and catering clients. The opportunity has now become available for a operations manager/head of department to oversee there building fabric department. Role Purpose The Head of Department – Building Reactive Operations is responsible for the overall strategic, operational, and commercial performance of the Building fabric Reactive function across contracts. This role provides leadership to Contracts Managers and operational teams, with full accountability for service delivery, financial performance (P&L), health & safety compliance, contract mobilisation, and client satisfaction. The objective is to ensure all contracts are delivered safely, efficiently, profitably, and in line with client expectations, company standards, and legislative requirements. You will be overseeing a building fabric department that consists of 35 engineers, 3 contract managers and a team of administrators across blue chip clients such as universities, retail and catering contracts across London and the South East. This busy department carries out all building fabric repairs and maintenance to large fabric projects. Key Responsibilities Leadership, Management & Accountability (LMA) Lead, manage, and develop Contracts Managers and operational teams Drive a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and succession planning Set and maintain operational standards aligned with company policies Operational Delivery Oversee delivery of all reactive maintenance and contract services Ensure works are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to quality standards Manage mobilisation of new contracts and service expansions Monitor KPIs and resolve escalated operational issues Commercial & Contract Management Maintain full accountability for contract performance and compliance Manage commercial risk, variations, and service delivery standards Support contract renewals and identify opportunities for commercial growth Estimating & Pricing Oversee estimating, pricing, and tender submissions Ensure competitive pricing while protecting margins Health & Safety Lead and promote a strong health & safety culture Ensure RAMS are reviewed, approved, and implemented Oversee audits, inspections, and incident investigations Financial Management Full ownership of departmental P&L Monitor revenue, costs, margins, and forecasts Identify cost efficiencies and growth opportunities Client & Stakeholder Management Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships Attend client meetings, reviews, and manage escalations Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and service performance Department Accountability Operating within the Building accountability structure, the role holds responsibility for: Operational delivery across all regions Mobilisation of new contracts and service expansions Health & Safety performance and compliance Revenue delivery and financial performance Full P&L ownership Account management across key contracts The role provides leadership across Contracts Managers, allocation teams, engineers, supply chain partners, and supporting finance and administrative functions. Remuneration (Proposed) Salary: £70,000 per annum Car Allowance: £5,000 per annum Monday to Friday 8 till 5.30pm Total Package: £75,000 per annum 25 days holiday Laptop/Phone Bonus structure to be agreed separately

Enabling Support Worker Location: Treetops, Colchester Salary: £12.80 per hour Hours Per Week: 40 Please note this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship, as the salary requirements set by the Home Office are not satisfied. Are you the candidate we are looking for? At Shaftesbury Treetops we are recruiting for Enabling Support Workers. We are looking for people with the passion, talent, skills and experience that all add up to a caring and community-minded workforce. We believe that the people we support have the right to a full and flourishing life. They deserve the very best in delivery. Driven by our core values, Shaftesbury strives to be Open, Enabling, Inclusive and Courageous in all that we do. Our disability services across adult care, children's care and education are all focused on inclusion and support. Committed to professional, flexible and personalised care, we are passionate about going the extra mile in providing opportunities for people to thrive and live well. About the role As an Enabling Support Worker it will be your role to provide support and encouragement, by taking direction from both the person supported and the person centred support plan. You will be required to maintain accurate records while at work, in line with the service requirements. You may also be required to administer personal care and medication. There will be a requirement to cover sleep in sessions. You will be paid an additional £60 per sleep in. At Treetops Treetops is a high-dependency, residential care home providing 24-hour nursing and personal care for adults with disabilities, most of whom are younger. People at Treetops have a wide range of individual choice, enabled by active support from staff. The service takes a person-centred, flexible approach. We know that everyone's needs and aspirations are different - that all sorts of things add up to a flourishing life. Benefits of working at Shaftesbury At Shaftesbury, we know that our workers are our greatest asset. We're proud to have some of the best and most committed staff in the sector - and we want to attract more people like you to work with Shaftesbury. We're now offering even more great benefits to reward the work of our wonderful staff, which is listed below: • Welcome to Shaftesbury bonus of £500 on completion of a successful probation (terms apply) * Happy Birthday to you! As well as sending you a birthday card, all frontline care staff can have the opportunity to take the day off on their birthday, taken from your annual entitlement. * Great CQC great reward. If your service is rated good or equivalent by CQC in all domains, all staff will receive a £30 gift voucher. If rated outstanding, all staff will receive a £50 gift voucher. * We want to reward staff in a range of ways for their hard work. You can be nominated for a recognition letter from a member of the Executive Leadership Team and you may also be nominated to receive a gift voucher up to £50 for going above and beyond within your role. * Excellent training package provided for all staff. * Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 25 days + 8 days bank holiday for the first 5 years. Increasing to 28 days + 8 days bank holiday after 5 years. * Pension Scheme. * Access to our employee assistance program. Shaftesbury is the disability charity that's committed to enabling children, young people and adults to live a life that adds up for them. What makes life liveable is never down to just one thing - it's the sum of many things. From friendship to fun; from companionship to community; from a great chat to a challenge overcome, it all adds up - to Shaftesbury. Through a wide range of disability care, special education, and rehabilitation services we promote inclusion and wellbeing for all. Together, we work to see people take part, contribute and be valued. We put the elements in place that all add up to connected lives. Shaftesbury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS/Access NI check. Shaftesbury is committed to the Disability Confident Scheme and to equal opportunities therefore we welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Shaftesbury, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

We’re building something powerful. Let’s build it together. We've delivered high-performance embedded computing solutions for four decades across industries including defence, telecoms, and aerospace. We’re proud to be experts in what we do and are looking for more people to join our brilliant team. The Role As an IT Support Technician you will be working as part of a small team where you can expect to be involved in a wide range of tasks in a rapidly evolving environment. As part of this role, you will receive training to help you grow and develop your skillsets to help with your success in the role. Overall, this is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking for a dynamic role with multifaceted activities! What will I be doing? * First-line and second-line support. Responding to and resolving IT support issues both remotely and in person. * Provisioning and deployment of hardware and software. * Administration of user accounts both on-premises and in the cloud. * Maintaining backup infrastructure both on-premises and in the cloud. * Maintaining physical network infrastructure. * Assisting in the documentation of IT processes. * Assisting in the deployment of new software systems and servers. What do I need to bring with me? Essential: * Enthusiasm for IT and technology. * An understanding of Windows operating systems. * An understanding of network infrastructure. * An understanding of Windows servers * Good knowledge of computer hardware. * Good Office skills: Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams. * Strong interpersonal skills. * Willingness to travel twice a month to our Theale, Reading office. Desirable: * Knowledge of the operation of Windows domains. * IT Security including Cyber Essentials Plus. * Knowledge of Microsoft 365 cloud environments. * Some understanding of Linux operating systems. * Understanding of the concepts of virtualization and containerization. Qualifications: * IT qualification is desirable – at least A-Level or equivalent Benefits for working at Concurrent * 25 days holidays + bank holidays and holiday purchase scheme. * Annual profit share bonus. * Cycle to work, Home & Tech and car salary sacrifice schemes. * Death in service benefit & income protection. * Employee assistance programme and virtual GP. YuLife wellbeing app. * Generous company pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution. * Private Health Insurance through Bupa. Equal Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and believe in the power of a diverse, inclusive team. We welcome all applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation or age. Please let us know if you require anything which would enable your success throughout our interview process. Security Clearance Please be aware that certain roles working for Concurrent will be subject to security and export control restrictions. These specific roles are therefore subject to candidates being able to meet BPSS level pre-employment screening criteria. GDPR By applying for this position, you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed in accordance with Concurrent's Data Protection Policy. We will use your information solely for recruitment purposes and will not share it with third parties without your consent. Your data will be stored securely and retained only as long as necessary for the recruitment process. You have the right to access, rectify, or delete your personal data at any time. For more information on how we handle your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy

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