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Planning Policy Officer\n\nA Local Authority is seeking an experienced Planning Policy Officer to support the delivery and implementation of its Local Plan on an initial 3-month contract.\n\nThis role will suit a planning professional with strong policy experience within a Local Authority environment and a solid understanding of planning legislation, Local Plans, and development management processes.\n\nWorking arrangements are ideally 2 days per week in the office (Tuesday and Thursday), although flexibility can be considered for the right candidate.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n Contribute to the preparation, review, and implementation of Local Plan documents, Supplementary Planning Documents (SPDs), and related planning policy work\n\n Support the delivery of planning policy projects including evidence gathering, monitoring, and reporting\n\n Provide planning policy advice and guidance to colleagues, stakeholders, and the public\n\n Prepare reports, policy documents, consultation responses, and supporting evidence\n\n Appraise development proposals against Local Plan policies, Government guidance, and planning considerations\n\n Support examinations, hearings, inquiries, and committee reporting where required\n\n Maintain and analyse planning performance and monitoring data using GIS and digital systems\n\n Work collaboratively with internal departments, external partners, and regional stakeholders to support strategic planning objectives\n\nRequirements\n\n Previous experience working within a Local Authority planning policy team is essential\n\n Strong knowledge of Local Plans, planning legislation, and policy development\n\n Experience preparing planning policy documents and supporting evidence\n\n Ability to manage workloads independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment\n\n Excellent written communication and report writing skills\n\n Experience using GIS systems and planning-related databases is desirable\n\n* MRTPI qualification or working towards accreditation is desirable

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DWP is the UK's largest government department. As an Associate Service Transition Manager within DWP's Digital Channels Live Service Team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring new and updated IT services are introduced into live environments safely, smoothly and with minimal disruption. Applying

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Our advisory clients range from Departments such as the Home Office, the Department for Business and Trade to the Department of Health and Social Care and the Ministry of Defence, to name just a few. You’ll work with other legal professionals across Government, including Ministers, and Departmenta

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Job Title: Works Supervisor – Highways Maintenance Job Type: permanent, 37 hour week, plus OTE Job Location: Wakefield area £40-43k plus OTE £50k + realistic, Local Government Package, including exceptional holidays and pension Function: Highways Maintenance | Civil Engineering | Infrastructure The opportunity: A large public sector /local government organisation is looking to appoint an experienced Highways Works maintenance Supervisor to oversee frontline operational teams delivering planned highway maintenance and emergency response works across a major road network within West Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on operations supervisor from highways, utilities, civil engineering, surfacing, street works, or infrastructure maintenance backgrounds; someone who enjoys leading teams, front-line, hands on, visible improving performance, and delivering safe, high-quality works programmes. Reporting to the Senior Highways Operations Manager. The Role: Works Supervisor – Highways Maintenance You will be responsible for supervising operational teams and contractors delivering maintenance, repair and improvement work, ensuring programmes are delivered safely, on time and within budget. Key responsibilities include Works Supervisor – Highways Maintenance • Supervising multi-discipline operational highway maintenance teams To ensure delivery of agreed works programmes through both internal and external contractors to ensure as part of the Highways Network service team -Ensure the minimum disruption caused by major projects and maintenance programmes/work that meets the statutory duties of the Traffic Management Act -Work is carried out safely in accordance with all relevant Health and Safety legislation in a wide and potentially high-risk area within the Council -That works are based on effective asset management that are delivered on time and within budgets to ensure value for money Building strong relationships with contractors, utilities and stakeholders Driving continuous improvement across safety, quality and delivery • Coordinating planned maintenance and reactive emergency works, • Monitoring contractor performance and quality of workmanship, • Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and Streetworks legislation, • Managing resources, rotas and works programmes To help ensure that minimum disruption is caused to all road/pedestrian users by all highway works through undertaking site checks. • Carrying out site inspections and performance monitoring, • Supporting winter maintenance and emergency response operations About You - Works Supervisor – Highways Maintenance Operations We are keen to speak with candidates who have supervisory experience within: • Highway maintenance, • Civil engineering, • Utilities / street works, • Infrastructure maintenance, • Construction operations, • Local authority or term maintenance contracts Customers and Clients include Construction team, Project Engineers, Utility companies etc You will ideally have: Works Supervisor – Highways Maintenance Operations Essential: • Supervisory experience within highways, construction or infrastructure maintenance, • Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, • Experience managing frontline operational teams, • Understanding of planned maintenance programmes, • Good communication and stakeholder management skills -Sound knowledge of preparing highway maintenance/construction programmes and ability to deliver in an efficient and effective manner. • Full UK driving licence Highly desirable: • NRSWA Supervisor accreditation, • NVQ Level 3 or 4 (or equivalent experience), • Experience working with NEC or term maintenance contracts, • Experience in a unionised or public sector environment, • Knowledge of Traffic Management legislation What’s on Offer - Works Supervisor – Highways Maintenance Operations • Stable local government employer, • Varied operational leadership role, • Opportunity to lead sizeable frontline teams, • Involvement in major maintenance programmes, • Strong pension scheme, • Generous holiday allowance, • Overtime and standby payments are generous, • Ongoing training and development This is primarily a site and depot-based role with flexibility required to respond to operational incidents, seasonal maintenance programmes and winter standby cover. For a confidential discussion or to apply, please submit your CV to or call (phone number removed). Applicants that are a Highways Supervisor, Highways Operations Supervisor, Highway Maintenance Supervisor, Streetworks Supervisor, Network Maintenance Supervisor, Civils Supervisor, Site Supervisor (Civils), Construction Supervisor (Infrastructure), Works Supervisor (Infrastructure), Reactive Maintenance Supervisor, Streetworks Manager, Utilities Supervisor, Field Operations Supervisor, Infrastructure Maintenance Supervisor, Programme Supervisor (Highways/Infrastructure), may also be suitable. Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process

Company description: Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England. Job description: Water Resource Options & Resilience Planner Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water: We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience (£37,688 - £47,110) Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year) Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution) Development opportunities in line with the Options & Resilience Planner progression plan 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus an extra wellness day! Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary A great benefits package choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover. Retail savings scheme Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more! Location: West Yorkshire / Hybrid Working (typically 1 day in the office a week Bradford- Leeds) Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday Friday. We have an exciting opportunity for a Water Resource Options & Resilience Planner to join the new Asset Management directorate at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you? What we do: Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, its so much more than this. We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshires water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the regions health, wellbeing, and prosperity. New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. The Asset Management team are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators. Ready to shape the future of water in Yorkshire? Join our strategic programme tackling regional and national supply challenges. As a Resilience Planner, youll collaborate across teams and sectors to develop innovative, long-term solutions that protect our water resources for generations to come. Where you fit in: As our Water Resource Options & Resilience Planner you will: Coordinate the implementation of Yorkshire Waters options development framework to support strategic water planning. Lead the review and update of the Water Supply Systems Strategy. Align and integrate planning frameworks across business functions. Ensure the programme meets regulatory and government expectations across engineering, cost, environment, and water safety. Manage a pipeline of opportunities and support commercial development. Identify and escalate risks, issues, and opportunities within the programme. Maintain strong relationships with regulators and external stakeholders. Ensure financial and commercial decisions align with company strategy. Interpret regulatory requirements to guide service and performance risk. Shape long-term investment plans to meet performance and customer outcomes. Represent asset strategies and environmental obligations in business cases. Monitor and control expenditure in partnership with finance teams. Contribute to team performance by linking individual goals to wider objectives. Manage priority projects effectively and deliver results. What skills & qualifications you will need: Strong understanding of water supply systems and water resources planning. Technical knowledge of water distribution networks. Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography). Solid grasp of UK water policy, regulation, and legislation. Proven experience in data compilation, analysis, interpretation, and communication. Ability to manage conflicting priorities and balance stakeholder needs effectively. Proficient in IT systems, with experience analysing complex datasets. Demonstrated project management experience. Track record of driving sustainable performance against challenging targets. Full UK driving licence. Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, its important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isnt always easy! Do we sound like your cup of tea? If youve got experience in Water Resource Planning and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.?If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required. Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible. No agencies please. TPBN1_UKTJ

Service Transformation - Portfolio Director Location: Remote Contract: 6 months + Rate: £850 per day, in scope We are seeking an experienced Portfolio Director to lead the strategic oversight and delivery of our Service Transformation portfolio across the organisation. This senior role will ensure transformation activity is aligned to organisational priorities, delivers value for money, and achieves improved outcomes for citizens, businesses, and the environment.The Portfolio Director will have overall responsibility for leading and maturing both the Portfolio Management Office (PMO) and the Change Management Office (CMO), embedding best practice in portfolio governance, change management, benefits realisation, and stakeholder engagement. Portfolio Leadership Provide strategic direction, governance, and assurance across a portfolio of service transformation workstreams. Ensure alignment with organisational vision, priorities, and strategic objectives. PMO Leadership Work closely with the existing Portfolio Management Office to further mature portfolio management capability. Ensure robust portfolio planning, prioritisation, reporting, and assurance arrangements are in place. CMO Leadership Partner with the Organisational Change Lead to provide senior leadership for the Change Management Office. Set and embed standards for change management, benefits realisation, and stakeholder engagement to support effective adoption of new services. Performance & Assurance Monitor portfolio performance, manage risks and dependencies, and ensure benefits are realised through clear reporting and assurance processes. Resource & Budget Management Oversee portfolio resourcing and budgets, ensuring optimal allocation and value for money. Continuous Improvement Champion best practice in portfolio management, agile delivery, and service design to continually enhance organisational capability. Capability & Skills Development Support and upskill portfolio and change management teams in modern ways of working, agile delivery, and user‑centred design practices. Essential Proven experience in senior portfolio or programme leadership roles within complex organisations. Strong expertise in service transformation, portfolio governance, and organisational change. Experience establishing, leading, or significantly maturing PMO and CMO functions. Excellent stakeholder engagement, influencing, and communication skills. Experience working with government or large public‑sector frameworks and assurance processes (e.g. GDS standards, Cabinet Office assurance). Desirable Background in agile delivery, service design, or large‑scale transformation programmes. Experience leading multi‑disciplinary teams across organisational boundaries. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

The Government of Jersey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (to include children) and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Business Development Manager - Government and Public Service. This role will fall within Government & Public sector.

Bring your expertise to Jersey’s highly regarded Multidisciplinary Pain Service as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist / Psychology Lead, combining professional autonomy and clinical leadership with the chance to make a tangible difference to people living with persistent pain.Please find our infor

We are seeking an experienced Account Manager with a strong background in government and public sector recruitment to manage and grow key client relationships. You will act as the primary liaison between clients and delivery teams, ensuring high-quality recruitment services across central government

Develop your career in a role where you’ll take the lead in delivering high quality, patient focused diagnostic services.As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist with extensive experience in haematology, you will provide expert guidance while working in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment

Client Director Role - Central Government. Defence, Home Office, Central Government accounts, etc.

Health and Care Jersey is the Government of Jersey department responsible for delivering specialist health care and running the Island’s general hospital.

The successful applicant will join teams working at the forefront of AI/DS, Cyber, Cloud, DevOps/SRE and Platform Engineering.With long-term programmes secured across the latest frameworks, this position offers the chance to be part of an exciting growth journey with significant technical depth and

In Digital Health, our purpose is to harness digital innovation and data to create a health and care system that’s more connected, accessible, and personalised.We’re building a future where technology empowers professionals to deliver exceptional care, improves outcomes, and delivers better valu

Our current local government commissions include: South West England Gloucestershire Rhondda Cynon Taf, Merthyr Tydfil and Bridgend County Councils Shropshire Norfolk East Sussex Yorkshire Lincolnshire What Our Local Government Teams Deliver * Highways design, maintenance and improve

Job title: East Midlands Government / Local Authority Occupational Health Adviser (OHA) United Kingdom Company Workplace Doctors Job description East Midlands Government / Local Authority Occupational Health Adviser (OHA) United Kingdom via Workplace Doctors… on a fixed term / permanent basis.

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking professionals to contribute to impactful infrastructure projects.The role involves supporting local authorities in various aspects of highway and bridge engineering, project management, and delivering high-quality services.Candidates with experience in

Business Development Manager - Government and Public Service Avanade is looking for Business Development Managers who are deal hunters, deal makers, originators and self-starters who can develop and win new business in a complex consulting environment with sophisticated technology solutions. Industr

Job title Lancashire (OHA) Government / Local Authority Occupational Health Adviser (OHA) United Kingdom Company Workplace Doctors Overview Position: Occupational Health Adviser (OHA) for Government / Local Authority in Lancashire, United Kingdom. Sector: Government / Local Authority.

Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications.FPGA Engineer National Security & Critical SystemsGreat ideas come from different minds.Thats why this organisation brings together engineers, scientis

A governmental digital agency in the UK is seeking a Head of Product to lead product strategy and development for digital services. You will manage high-performing teams and contribute to the overall vision for a modern digital government, ensuring products meet user needs.

Senior Security Risk / Supplier Assurance Manager - SC cleared.The Senior Security Risk Assurance Manager plays a pivotal role in strengthening the organisation's security posture by leading risk-based assurance activities with a primary focus on supplier assurance and third‑party risk management.

The Government Digital Service (GDS) is the digital centre of government. UK is the established digital interface between government and the public and handles significant traffic and impact across citizen interactions with government. We are responsible for setting, leading and delivering the visio

Head of Digital Delivery (SC Cleared).Reading (1 day per week on-site).Initial contract with strong extension potential.SC‑cleared Head of Digital Delivery.This is a senior leadership role, combining strategic ownership of a digital portfolio with hands‑on delivery oversight to ensure initiative

Salary - dependent on experience, plus a up to 15% discretionary bonus.Reading - four days per week on site.My client, a leading global business in the Reading area are seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Operations Manager, who aspires to be a Head of Financial Operations, to lead and opti

Copello Global is seeking an experienced Deal Architect to lead the design and structuring of complex opportunities in the defence and government sector.

Lead Cyber Security Consultant (Defence).UK Remote (travel required approx.Full-time & Permanent | Consultancy.Competitive salary + Excellent benefits.We're working with an established and growing UK cybersecurity consultancy expanding its Defence and Public Sector practice.This is a great opportun