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Procurement | Bespoke Design | British Craftsmanship | Specialist Materials | Luxury Brand Operations \n Exceptional pieces begin with inspired design. Bringing them to life takes exceptional people. \n At David Harber, we create internationally renowned sculptures, sundials and water features for some of the world’s most prestigious private, commercial and public spaces. \n Behind every piece is a carefully coordinated blend of creative talent, skilled craftsmanship, specialist materials and trusted partners. \n As our Procurement & Operations Manager, you’ll bring these elements together, helping our team translate artistic vision into beautifully finished pieces, ready to take their place in extraordinary settings. \n You’ll take ownership of procurement, supplier relationships, materials and stock, working closely with our design and workshop teams to ensure every commission receives the care, planning and attention it deserves. \n Alongside the day-to-day, you’ll have the opportunity to refine how we work, introduce better systems and grow towards broader operational leadership within an established British luxury design business. \n The Role at a Glance \n Procurement & Operations Manager \n Oxfordshire – Fully site-based during probation, with potential for one day working from home thereafter \n £49,000–£52,000 DOE \n Plus Benefits \n Full Time | Permanent \n Environment: Bespoke Design | British Craftsmanship | Exceptional Materials \n Focus: Procurement | Supplier Relationships | Materials & Stock | Workshop Operations | Delivery \n Systems: Sage 200 ERP | Inventory & Process Improvement \n Career Progression: Opportunity to Develop Towards Head of Operations \n About David Harber \n David Harber is an internationally recognised British design business whose sculptures, sundials and water features bring artistry and individuality to private gardens, public landscapes and distinguished commercial spaces around the world. \n Every piece brings together creative vision, craftsmanship and engineering, with exceptional attention to form, materials and finish. \n That same care extends behind the scenes. Our designers, craftspeople and wider team work closely with specialist suppliers and partners to bring each piece to life. You’ll play a central role in making that collaboration work beautifully. \n The Opportunity \n Reporting to the Design & Operations Director, you’ll connect our Design, Production, Sales and Finance teams with the suppliers and specialists who support their work. \n Procurement will sit at the heart of your role. You’ll source materials and services, nurture supplier relationships and manage pricing and lead times, balancing exacting quality standards with sound commercial judgement. \n You’ll also oversee stock and materials, coordinate logistics and fleet requirements, and support Health & Safety across the site. With a close understanding of the workshop’s needs, you’ll help work move smoothly from design through making, finishing and delivery. \n A key project will be supporting the adoption of Sage 200 ERP, replacing manual stock processes with clearer information and more effective planning. \n This is a hands-on opportunity with real scope to shape the detail and improve the bigger picture. \n About You \n You understand what it takes to bring a beautifully designed physical product to life: the right materials, trusted suppliers, careful planning and close collaboration with the people making it. \n Your background might include luxury interiors, bespoke furniture, architectural lighting, decorative metalwork, stone or another design-led business where craftsmanship and quality matter. \n You’ll be comfortable working closely with a workshop, understanding practical requirements and balancing creative priorities with commercial realities. \n You may already be a Procurement, Operations or Supply Chain Manager, or an experienced Buyer ready to take on wider responsibility. What matters is your ability to bring clarity, care and commercial judgement to a varied, hands-on role. \n You’ll Bring: \n\n • Strong procurement, buying and supplier-management experience.\n, • Confident negotiation and cost-control skills, with an appreciation of quality and craftsmanship.\n, • Experience managing physical materials, stock and inventory.\n, • Strong planning skills and the ability to coordinate competing priorities.\n, • A track record of improving processes and making day-to-day operations run more smoothly.\n, • Clear communication and a collaborative approach across creative, commercial and workshop teams.\n, • Practical problem-solving, attention to detail and a willingness to take ownership.\n\n Even Better If You Bring: \n\n • Experience with bespoke, luxury or high-value products.\n, • Knowledge of metals, stone or other specialist materials.\n, • ERP implementation experience, particularly Sage 200.\n, • Workshop planning, logistics or fleet experience.\n, • Health & Safety knowledge.\n, • Experience applying structured process improvements in a craft or design-led setting.\n\n Why David Harber? \n This is an opportunity to bring your commercial and organisational strengths to a business creating pieces of lasting beauty. \n You’ll work close to the design and craftsmanship, see the tangible results of your contribution and have the scope to shape how the business operates. \n As your knowledge and responsibilities grow, there is a longer-term opportunity to develop towards Head of Operations. \n Bring Your Eye for Detail to Something Exceptional. \n If you enjoy working with talented people, appreciate fine craftsmanship and want more scope to shape how things happen, this could be your next move. \n Apply now to build your next chapter with David Harber. \n Application notice... 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Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) is a core pillar of Evotec’s commitment to scientific excellence, operational resilience, and sustainable growth. Over recent years, Evotec has established a global EHS strategy, and embedded EHS governance into business operations across all sites. EHS is closely aligned with Evotec’s People Strategy, reinforcing our commitment to creating a safe, healthy, and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and perform at their best. In addition, Wellbeing has become a key pillar within EHS, reflecting a holistic approach that integrates physical safety, mental health, and overall employee wellbeing. Working in close partnership with Operations and Sustainability as key stakeholders/ partners, EHS plays a central role in ensuring responsible, efficient, and future-ready business practices. The Global Head of EHS reports to the Chief People Officer and plays a critical leadership role in shaping the company’s culture, ensuring that EHS supports Evotec’s mission to deliver world‑class science while protecting people, the environment, and the communities in which we operate. Evotec is seeking an experienced and visionary Global Head of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) to lead the continued evolution of our EHS function. This role provides strategic direction, operational leadership, and expert guidance across all locations and business units. The Global Head ensures that EHS partners with the business on all EHS‑related topics, including. This position requires a leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, innovative environment and who can influence at all levels of the organization, from site operations to the Management Board. • Lead the ongoing development and execution of Evotec’s global EHS strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, the people strategy, sustainability goals, and regulatory expectations., • Drive digital transformation of EHS systems, including predictive analytics, real‑time monitoring, and global reporting dashboards., • Strengthen a proactive, high‑performance EHS culture across all sites and functions., • Management Systems & Compliance, • Oversee global certification, maintenance, and continuous improvement of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and other relevant management systems., • Ensure global compliance with current and emerging regulations, including chemical safety, occupational health, environmental protection, and climate‑related disclosure requirements., • Integrate EHS processes into enterprise systems, governance frameworks, and operational workflows., • Implement advanced risk-reduction methodologies, including behavior‑based safety, and predictive risk modeling., • Ensure scalable, efficient risk management processes for all of Evotec’s operations., • Lead investigations using established methodologies and ensure lessons learned are shared and embedded., • Own global EHS KPIs, dashboards, and reporting frameworks, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and alignment with internal and external stakeholders – reporting into executive forums, • Support enterprise risk management processes and ensure EHS considerations are integrated into strategic decision-making., • Partner with Sustainability to strengthen ESG reporting and disclosures., • Represent EHS in customer audits, partnerships, and due‑diligence activities., • Build strong relationships with regulatory agencies, industry groups, and external partners., • Collaborate closely with Operations and Sustainability leaders to ensure EHS contributes to operational excellence and sustainability targets., • Serve as the executive EHS voice in global forums and regulatory dialogues., • Support EHS aspects of global crisis management, emergency preparedness, and business continuity frameworks., • Ensure readiness for evolving global risks, including climate events, geopolitical disruptions, and public health emergencies., • Lead and develop a high‑performing global EHS organization, fostering capability building, succession planning, and a culture of accountability., • Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion within the EHS team and across EHS initiatives., • Advance the Wellbeing agenda as a core leadership priority across the organization., • Provide coaching, mentorship, and leadership development to EHS professionals at all levels., • Pharmaceutical Sector Specifics: Chemical & Bio Safety, • Lead the global framework for onboarding and safe handling of APIs, including highly potent compounds, ensuring robust containment strategies aligned with Evotec’s occupational exposure limits (OELs) and occupational exposure bands (OEBs)., • Oversee industrial hygiene programs, including exposure assessment, monitoring, and control verification across all laboratory and manufacturing environments., • Ensure excellence in chemical safety management across the full lifecycle, including classification, storage, handling, transport, and disposal in compliance with global regulations (e.g., REACH, GHS, CLP)., • Ensure appropriate biosafety containment strategies (BSL classifications) are defined, implemented, and consistently applied across all laboratory and development environments., • Integrate biosafety into occupational health programs, including exposure response, immunisation strategies, and health surveillance where appropriate., • Provide technical expertise and governance for occupational health globally., • 10+ years of progressive EHS leadership experience in global, multi-site scientific, pharmaceutical, biotech, or high‑tech environments., • Proven track record leading mature global EHS programs, including digital systems, global governance, and cross-regional teams., • Deep knowledge of global EHS regulatory frameworks, including OSHA, EU regulations, chemical safety, etc., • Experience of EHS digitalisation, • Experience of EHS and sustainability integration, • Demonstrated experience with API containment and industrial hygiene programs., • Strong understanding of: OEL/OEB frameworks, Exposure modelling, Engineering controls (isolators, containment systems), • Experience in regulated pharma/biotech environments involving potent compounds., • Demonstrated experience in process safety and engineering risk management within chemical, pharma, or biotech environments., • Demonstrated expertise in biosafety and biological risk management within pharmaceutical or biotech environments, including experience with GMOs, biological containment, and global biosafety regulations., • Demonstrated expertise in crisis management, emergency response, and business continuity., • Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills, including experience presenting at Executive and Board levels., • English fluency required; additional languages beneficial., • Master’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Safety Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field., • Advanced professional certifications strongly preferred (e.g., CSP, CIH, CMIOSH, ESG‑related credentials). FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap. ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

If you want to do work that matters, and play your part in helping to save countless lives across the globe – then working at Crowcon could be the place for you. We’re dedicated to protecting people and the environment from gas hazards, providing single and multi-gas monitors for personal and large-scale infrastructure safety. Help grow a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone, every day. Crowcon Detection Instruments Ltd. is looking to recruit to the Operations department a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to contribute to delivering company growth goals. This is a local role reporting to the Head of Manufacturing. Company: Crowcon Detection Instruments Ltd, 172 Brook Drive, Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4SD. We have been designing and manufacturing life-saving products for 50 years, protecting people from toxic and flammable gases. Crowcon’svisionis:a world where gas hazards never cost a life. • Do the right thing, • Own the outcome, • Work as one As a member of the Operations Team, the Manufacturing Engineering Manager is accountable for the leadership, development and performance of the Manufacturing Engineering function, defining and executing the manufacturing technology roadmap, ensuring robust industrialisation of new products, optimising production processes, improving operational performance and maintaining reliable manufacturing equipment to support business growth, quality, delivery and cost objectives. The team is made up as follows: • Manufacturing Engineering, • Lead and manage the Manufacturing Engineering function, ensuring effective deployment of resources to support Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Growth objectives, • Develop and execute the Manufacturing Engineering strategy and roadmap aligned to operational and business objectives, • Own the industrialisation process for new products, ensuring manufacturing readiness, tooling, fixtures, test capability, documentation and capacity requirements are established prior to launch, • Act as the site technical authority for manufacturing processes, production equipment and industrialisation activities, • Oversee the design, development and implementation of manufacturing processes, procedures, systems and equipment, • Identify, evaluate and implement automation, digitisation and Industry 4.0 solutions, • Lead programme management of NPI, CAPEX, automation and continuous improvement projects, • Support Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) activities, • Drive manufacturing cost reduction, waste elimination and productivity improvement initiatives, • Assess manufacturing capacity and resource requirements to support future growth, • Own the TPM programme and maintenance strategy for shopfloor production equipment and manufacturing assets, • Ensure preventative maintenance plans, spares strategies, uptime targets and equipment reliability metrics are effective, • Ensure production test equipment, fixtures and methods are developed, maintained and continuously improved to support product quality and throughput, • Define and maintain manufacturing engineering standards, methods and best practices, • Facilitate root cause investigations and structured problem solving using methodologies such as 8D, DMAIC and CAPA, • Lead and facilitate the site Continuous Improvement programme including training, coaching and project delivery, • Manage CAPEX budgets and departmental expenditure, including preparation of business cases, • Develop and review KPIs, ensuring appropriate countermeasures are implemented, • Utilise manufacturing data and analytics to identify opportunities and drive sustainable improvements, • Ensure compliance with applicable quality systems, regulatory standards and health & safety requirements, • Develop departmental capability through coaching, mentoring, succession planning and performance management, • Work closely with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Product Management and R&D teams, • Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent, • 7+ years experience in manufacturing engineering with at least 3 years in a leadership role, • Proven experience leading Manufacturing Engineering, NPI Industrialisation and Continuous Improvement activities, • Strong project and programme management skills, • Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and structured problem-solving methodologies, • Experience delivering automation and digital manufacturing initiatives, • Experience managing TPM and production equipment maintenance strategies, • Experience working within ISO9001 or equivalent quality management systems, • Strong understanding of DFM, DFA, process validation and product industrialisation, • Proficiency in ERP, MES, CAD, Minitab, Power BI or similar manufacturing systems, • Strong financial acumen with experience managing CAPEX and departmental budgets, • Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, • You inspire with your passion and values, • You are collaborative and supportive, • You challenge the status quo and drive improvement, • You are data-driven and action-oriented, • You develop people and build high-performing teams, • You focus on sustainable business performance and operational excellence The company head office is based just south of Oxford in Didcot. This is a site-based role, requiring an on-site presence to support manufacturing operations. There is an attractive salary plus exceptional benefits. • Generous company pension (up to 10.5% matched on a sliding scale), • Company shares, • Eyecare scheme (with Specsavers), • 25 days holiday, • Your birthday off (after 1 year of service), • 3 days holiday purchase, • 14 weeks paid maternity, paternity, adoption leave, • Cycle to work scheme, • Subsidised annual bus pass, • Annual train ticket payment scheme #J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary - £33,284 - £35,322 Permanent We reserve the right to close this advert early if we find the right candidate, so we encourage you to apply early. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical / Electro-Mechanical Workshop Technician to join our highly collaborative, research-focused engineering team based at our Head Office in Wallingford. As part of the wider Water and Climate Science team, you will play a key role in developing,maintainingand supporting the facilities and equipment that underpin our science. As a technical specialist, you will become part of a small, hands-on workshop team, developing leading-edge sensor systems, environmental monitoring networks, surveyequipmentand bespoke experimental apparatus to support a wide range of researchobjectives. Working across the full engineering lifecycle, you will interpret technical drawings, produce precision-machined components, and build fully tested electro-mechanical assemblies. Using conventional and CNC machining, welding, and fabrication techniques, you will translate complex designs into robust, field-ready solutions. You will work flexibly across disciplines, contributing to electro-mechanical construction, wiring, installation, servicing, and maintenance of equipment. This will include supporting deployments to remote field sites, where reliability, adaptability and problem-solving are essential. Through this work, you will contribute to nationally significant initiatives such as: UKCEH AMI,COSMOS-UK , DELTA,Floods and Droughts Research Infrastructure (FDRI)andAgZero -helping us to deliver the data, insight and innovation needed to protect communities, informpolicyand safeguard the environment. Your main responsibilities will include: Working closely with scientists and researchers to design and build research-grade instruments and bespoke experimental systems Producing machined parts and fully tested electro-mechanical assemblies from technical drawings Operating conventionalmanual and CNClathes, milling machines, ,welding equipmentand otherworkshop machinery Working flexibly across engineering disciplines, including electro-mechanical construction, wiring, installation,servicingand maintenance of equipment, both in the workshop and at remote field sites Supporting procurement activities andmaintainingaccurateworkshop records and documentation This role offers exceptional variety and hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. From workshop-based fabrication and prototyping to field support and technical problem-solving, your work will directly enable high-quality environmental research. You will join a supportive and passionate team where your practical skills, attention to detail and proactive approach will be valued, and where you can make a meaningful contribution to delivering safe,efficientand effective operations. We are looking for someone who can work both independently and collaboratively, applying sound judgement and knowing when to seek guidance. You will bring a proactive, solutions-focused mindset, using initiative and creativity to resolve technical challenges andidentifyimprovements. Well organised and adaptable, you will manage your time effectively while continuing to build your skills across a diverse range of activities. You will be a clear communicator who can build strong relationships with colleagues and contribute positively to team culture, while also supporting the wider impact and visibility of UKCEHs work. For the role of Engineering Workshop Technician,werelooking for someone who: Holds a relevant technical qualification (BTEC Level 37) or brings equivalent experience Has a strong understanding of materials, mechanical engineering principles, and engineering tolerances,limitsand fits, with the ability to apply this knowledge in a practical workshop environment Brings hands-on experience working in a machine shop, ideally supported by a modern or time-served apprenticeship Is excited by the integration of mechanics and electronics, with an interest in mechatronics and emerging engineering technologies Has experience building and fault-finding electro-mechanical assemblies, such as sensor wiring and circuit diagnostics Takes pride in precisionand continuous improvement, with a solutions-focused mindset Works collaboratively, sharing knowledge and contributing to a positive, hands-on engineering culture Is adaptable and comfortable working on a range of projects, using initiative to solve problems Is well organised,proactiveand able to manage time effectively across varied tasks Demonstrates a solid understanding of workshop health and safety practices Holds a full UK manual driving licence, and iscomfortableto work outdoors and travel to field sites across the UK, including occasional overnight stays, Is comfortable moving and handling heavy or awkward equipment between vehicles and sites (reasonable adjustments available where needed) DesirableKnowledge &Skills: A good understanding of applied engineering principles,materialsand manufacturing techniques Experience of CNC machining with a passion for precision engineering An interest in sensors, instrumentation,electronicsor IoT technologies Experience using 3D printing for prototyping Awareness of quality systems such as ISO9001 Experience with Raspberry Pi and/or Arduino If you are experienced at producing bespoke, scientific research field and lab equipment, we would like to hear from you! Working for UKCEH is rewarding Youllbe joining a leading independent, not-for-profit research institutethatscommitted to recruiting talented people like you, progressing your career and giving you the support you need to thrive at UKCEH. Our science makes a real difference, enabling people and the environment to prosper, and enriching society. We are the custodians of a wealth of environmental data, collected by UKCEH and its predecessors over the course of more than 60 years. We appreciate the continuous dedication and contributions of our staff, which is why we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes financial incentives and wellbeing-orientedperks, such as: 27 days annual leave (rising to 29 days after 5 years service) plus 3 days for Christmas closure 10% employer pension contribution Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (role dependant) Peer reward and recognition scheme Dental insurance, gym/fitness discounts, retail discount portal Enhanced maternity and paternity leave 24-hour, 365-day support with physical, mental, social, health or financial issues and much more... Our Commitment to Inclusion At UKCEH, we are committed to creating an inclusive andequitableworkplace where everyonehas the opportunity tothrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and circumstances. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from neurodivergent candidates and people with disabilities, andwerehappy to provide adjustments or support at any stage of the recruitment process - just let us know. Ifyoureexcited about this role but your experiencedoesntalign perfectly with every requirement,wedlove to hear from you anyway. You may be just the right fit for this role or another within our wider team. Please note: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for thisroleand this does not qualify for endorsement to support a Global Talent Visa application. If you are considering pursuing self-sponsorship, pleaseindicatethis in your application so we can take it into account during the recruitment process. TPBN1_UKTJ

Evotec is seeking a seasoned Global Head of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) to lead the continued evolution of our EHS function across locations and business units.The role requires strategic direction, operational leadership, and expert guidance with a focus on governance, regulation, and perf

The Health and Safety Manager will support the Head of OH, Safety and Wellbeing to provide leadership and management to the health, safety and wellbeing team to support the development and delivery of a proactive and robust Health, Safety and Wellbeing service that supports the implementation of the

Develop and review STFC’s tenant Health and Safety management systems and processes, based upon experience of internal application, audit findings, external best practice, and legislative changes identified through horizon scanning. Reporting to the Head of Business Incubation at Daresbury, you wi

Head of Business Operations Location: Harwell, Oxfordshire Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 Working pattern: Hybrid A growing technology business in Harwell is seeking a Head of Business Operations to join its team in a newly created role. This is a key senior position supporting the Deputy Managing Director and helping shape Business Operations into a strategic, business-enabling function that brings structure, pace and clarity to the organisation. The successful candidate will help turn business priorities into clear plans, actions and delivery rhythms, improve processes, remove operational friction, and support effective decision-making across the business. This role will suit someone who can work confidently across functions, influence stakeholders, and build practical, repeatable ways of working in a fast-moving environment. Role overview You will act as a senior operational partner to the Deputy Managing Director, helping to translate strategy into action and ensuring Business Operations supports delivery rather than slowing it down. The role will focus on improving workflows, strengthening governance, supporting audits and compliance activities, and helping teams work more effectively together. You will also provide day-to-day leadership to the Integrated Business and Resource Planning Analyst, ensuring planning, resourcing and reporting activity aligns with business needs and supports operational decisions. Key responsibilities Partner with the Deputy Managing Director to convert business priorities into clear operational plans, actions, owners and delivery rhythms. Establish practical frameworks for ownership, decision rights, escalation routes and handovers. Identify friction, duplication and bottlenecks, then work with functional leads to simplify and improve processes. Translate business strategy into operational delivery plans by identifying constraints and blockers early. Lead improvement workstreams that strengthen traceability, reduce manual effort and improve scalability. Provide leadership, direction and support to the Integrated Business and Resource Planning Analyst. Work with IT, Legal, HR, Finance, Site Operations and other process owners to improve systems and workflows. Support the effective use of ERP systems such as SAP where they underpin business operations, purchasing, finance, inventory, project controls or reporting. Support adoption of new ways of working through communication, guidance and training. Maintain proportionate governance tools such as action trackers, compliance calendars, evidence packs, version control and decision logs. Coordinate inputs to audits, assurance activities, management systems and certifications. Build handover and continuity arrangements that reduce reliance on informal knowledge or single points of failure. Provide trusted operational support to the Deputy Managing Director and help keep cross-functional activity moving.Essential experience Experience in business operations, operational management, programme operations, process improvement or a similar cross-functional delivery role. Experience within an engineering, manufacturing, technology, aerospace or complex regulated environment. Ability to translate business priorities into practical plans and delivery mechanisms. Strong process improvement capability, with a track record of simplifying workflows and reducing duplication. Confident working as a senior partner to executive leadership. Strong stakeholder skills and the ability to influence across functions. A pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset with good judgement. Experience supporting governance, audit, assurance or compliance activities. Experience leading change management and helping teams adopt new ways of working.Desirable experience Experience improving operational systems, workflows or digital tools in partnership with IT or process owners, including ERP systems such as SAP. Exposure to health and safety, quality, security, export compliance or ISO management systems. Experience in a scaling organisation where processes are still developing and need to become clearer and more repeatable

An independent not-for-profit company in Wallingford, Oxfordshire is looking for a part-time HR Manager with a min of CIPD 5, to join the company working 3 days a week, 1 day can be from home but you must be in the office on a Wednesday. What you'll be doing: Lead all HR matters across the group-HR policy, procedures, and employment documentation Coach and mentor line managers to handle performance, grievance, disputes, and disciplinary matters confidently and fairly Drive training and development priorities, using feedback and appraisal outcomes to build practical learning plans Support recruitment and retention of high-quality people, guiding managers through every stage of the process Own workforce planning, succession planning, and organisational development to meet current and future needs Champion employee engagement, wellbeing, and organisational culture-helping make the organisation an employer of choice Take ownership of relevant employer accreditation achievements and ongoing maintenance Provide trusted, strategic HR insight and challenge to the Executive Leadership Team What you'll bring: Experience leading HR matters and applying employment legislation to real-life situations CIPD qualified level 5-7 (Level 7 desirable) Strong leadership and communication skills-comfortable presenting to large groups and at board level A problem-solver mindset with a methodical, practical approach Confidence navigating conflict with discretion, maintaining strict confidentiality Intermediate IT proficiency (MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook) Awareness of health and safety requirements in a complex environment, including risk assessment and compliance Additional information: Ability to travel nationwide to connect with the business and better address HR issues * Comfortable working remotely alongside a small, supportive head office team You need to have exceptional communication skills and foster good and supportive working relationships whilst maintaining professionalism. You need to be able to manage, dissolve conflict, and maintain strict confidentiality and be an excellent listener. Salary offered is c£40k, pro rata c£24k, 9am - 5pm, life assurance and company pension, F-T 27 days and bank holidays (p/t 16 days plus 5 bank holidays) an excellent working environment in the Office with the team plus parking. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website

Are you organised, detail-oriented and ready to support a busy Head? Abingdon School has an exciting Personal Assistant opportunity! Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 1DE Salary: £38,032 per annum Job Type: Permanent, Part-Time Hours: 40 hours per week, 8.30am - 5.00pm (30 minute unpaid lunch break) during term time, plus additional work during evenings, weekends and school holidays Closing Date: Thursday 24 September 2026, 9.00am About Us: The Foundation comprises two schools: Abingdon School and Abingdon Prep School, as well as Abingdon School Enterprises. Abingdon School is a leading independent day and boarding school with more than 1,000 pupils aged 11-18. Currently a boys’ school, it will become co-educational from September 2026. Abingdon Prep School is a vibrant and warm day preparatory school with around 200 pupils aged 4-13 which has been co-educational since last year. Both Schools are situated in beautiful and extensive grounds, with the senior school in the heart of Abingdon on Thames, just south of Oxford, and the Prep School located a few miles away in nearby Frilford. Personal Assistant - The Role: You will provide high-level administrative and organisational support to the Head and assist the Clerk to the Governors. Working across Abingdon School, Abingdon Preparatory School, Tilsley Park and The Manor Prep as required, you will manage a busy office environment, maintain confidential systems and processes, coordinate complex schedules, and support both the leadership team and governing body. This role requires someone who can work independently, use their own initiative and adapt to the changing needs of the school environment. Personal Assistant - Key Responsibilities: • Manage the Head's office operations including incoming communications, correspondence management, document drafting and financial budget maintenance, • Maintain the Head's diary, arrange meetings, catering, accommodation and travel bookings, • Take minutes at meetings and interviews; manage the Complaints Log and Pupil Sanctions Log, • Organise major events including Prize Giving, Open Days and Scholars' Ceremonies, • Support the Clerk to the Governors by scheduling meetings, arranging facilities, minuting governance meetings and maintaining action logs, • Liaise with pupils, parents, teachers, governors and external contacts on behalf of the Head, • Oversee pupil leaving processes and handle induction arrangements for new governors Personal Assistant - You: • PA or Executive Assistant experience at senior level, • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with high literacy standards, • Strong IT proficiency including Google Suite and experience with databases and scheduling tools, • Exceptional organisational skills with ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure, • Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality and discretion, • Self-starter capable of working independently with minimal supervision, • Understanding of school administration and committee management, • Commitment to safeguarding and protecting children and young people Benefits: • You'll get 25 days off paid time off each year plus bank holidays, • Up to 14.1% employer pension contribution, • Abingdon Foundation Death in Service Scheme, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Private healthcare insurance, • We may be able to offer flexible working from home, • Free use of leisure facilities with discounted exercise classes, • Free lunches during term time, • Cycle to work scheme, • Christmas closure days, • Discounted school fees (eligibility criteria apply), • There are regular staff social events and opportunities to join other staff, • We offer free on-site parking and bike storage for all staff, • We offer a range of online and in-person courses to staff for free including first aid, mental health first aid and health and safety courses Closing Date: Thursday 24 September 2026, 9.00am Interview Date: 5 October 2026 We recognise the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. Early applications are encouraged. We may make an appointment prior to the advertised closing or interview dates. Abingdon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. To submit your CV for this exciting Personal Assistant opportunity, click Apply today

Salary - £33,284 - £35,322 Permanent We reserve the right to close this advert early if we find the right candidate, so we encourage you to apply early. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical / Electro-Mechanical Workshop Technician to join our highly collaborative, research-focused engineering team based at our Head Office in Wallingford. As part of the wider Water and Climate Science team, you will play a key role in developing,maintainingand supporting the facilities and equipment that underpin our science. As a technical specialist, you will become part of a small, hands-on workshop team, developing leading-edge sensor systems, environmental monitoring networks, surveyequipmentand bespoke experimental apparatus to support a wide range of researchobjectives. Working across the full engineering lifecycle, you will interpret technical drawings, produce precision-machined components, and build fully tested electro-mechanical assemblies. Using conventional and CNC machining, welding, and fabrication techniques, you will translate complex designs into robust, field-ready solutions. You will work flexibly across disciplines, contributing to electro-mechanical construction, wiring, installation, servicing, and maintenance of equipment. This will include supporting deployments to remote field sites, where reliability, adaptability and problem-solving are essential. Through this work, you will contribute to nationally significant initiatives such as: UKCEH AMI,COSMOS-UK , DELTA,Floods and Droughts Research Infrastructure (FDRI)andAgZero -helping us to deliver the data, insight and innovation needed to protect communities, informpolicyand safeguard the environment. Your main responsibilities will include: Working closely with scientists and researchers to design and build research-grade instruments and bespoke experimental systems Producing machined parts and fully tested electro-mechanical assemblies from technical drawings Operating conventionalmanual and CNClathes, milling machines, ,welding equipmentand otherworkshop machinery Working flexibly across engineering disciplines, including electro-mechanical construction, wiring, installation,servicingand maintenance of equipment, both in the workshop and at remote field sites Supporting procurement activities andmaintainingaccurateworkshop records and documentation This role offers exceptional variety and hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. From workshop-based fabrication and prototyping to field support and technical problem-solving, your work will directly enable high-quality environmental research. You will join a supportive and passionate team where your practical skills, attention to detail and proactive approach will be valued, and where you can make a meaningful contribution to delivering safe,efficientand effective operations. We are looking for someone who can work both independently and collaboratively, applying sound judgement and knowing when to seek guidance. You will bring a proactive, solutions-focused mindset, using initiative and creativity to resolve technical challenges andidentifyimprovements. Well organised and adaptable, you will manage your time effectively while continuing to build your skills across a diverse range of activities. You will be a clear communicator who can build strong relationships with colleagues and contribute positively to team culture, while also supporting the wider impact and visibility of UKCEHs work. For the role of Engineering Workshop Technician,werelooking for someone who: Holds a relevant technical qualification (BTEC Level 37) or brings equivalent experience Has a strong understanding of materials, mechanical engineering principles, and engineering tolerances,limitsand fits, with the ability to apply this knowledge in a practical workshop environment Brings hands-on experience working in a machine shop, ideally supported by a modern or time-served apprenticeship Is excited by the integration of mechanics and electronics, with an interest in mechatronics and emerging engineering technologies Has experience building and fault-finding electro-mechanical assemblies, such as sensor wiring and circuit diagnostics Takes pride in precisionand continuous improvement, with a solutions-focused mindset Works collaboratively, sharing knowledge and contributing to a positive, hands-on engineering culture Is adaptable and comfortable working on a range of projects, using initiative to solve problems Is well organised,proactiveand able to manage time effectively across varied tasks Demonstrates a solid understanding of workshop health and safety practices Holds a full UK manual driving licence, and iscomfortableto work outdoors and travel to field sites across the UK, including occasional overnight stays, Is comfortable moving and handling heavy or awkward equipment between vehicles and sites (reasonable adjustments available where needed) DesirableKnowledge &Skills: A good understanding of applied engineering principles,materialsand manufacturing techniques Experience of CNC machining with a passion for precision engineering An interest in sensors, instrumentation,electronicsor IoT technologies Experience using 3D printing for prototyping Awareness of quality systems such as ISO9001 Experience with Raspberry Pi and/or Arduino If you are experienced at producing bespoke, scientific research field and lab equipment, we would like to hear from you! Working for UKCEH is rewarding Youllbe joining a leading independent, not-for-profit research institutethatscommitted to recruiting talented people like you, progressing your career and giving you the support you need to thrive at UKCEH. Our science makes a real difference, enabling people and the environment to prosper, and enriching society. We are the custodians of a wealth of environmental data, collected by UKCEH and its predecessors over the course of more than 60 years. We appreciate the continuous dedication and contributions of our staff, which is why we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes financial incentives and wellbeing-orientedperks, such as: 27 days annual leave (rising to 29 days after 5 years service) plus 3 days for Christmas closure 10% employer pension contribution Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (role dependant) Peer reward and recognition scheme Dental insurance, gym/fitness discounts, retail discount portal Enhanced maternity and paternity leave 24-hour, 365-day support with physical, mental, social, health or financial issues and much more... Our Commitment to Inclusion At UKCEH, we are committed to creating an inclusive andequitableworkplace where everyonehas the opportunity tothrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and circumstances. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from neurodivergent candidates and people with disabilities, andwerehappy to provide adjustments or support at any stage of the recruitment process - just let us know. Ifyoureexcited about this role but your experiencedoesntalign perfectly with every requirement,wedlove to hear from you anyway. You may be just the right fit for this role or another within our wider team. Please note: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for thisroleand this does not qualify for endorsement to support a Global Talent Visa application. If you are considering pursuing self-sponsorship, pleaseindicatethis in your application so we can take it into account during the recruitment process. TPBN1_UKTJ

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