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Asset Investment ManagerLocal Housing Association Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid Working)Salary: £45k-50k (Plus Car Allowance)Contract: Full-time, 35 hours per weekThe CompanyThis organisation is committed to providing high-quality housing, care, and support services that enable older people in Scotland to live independent, fulfilled lives. With a proud track record and a progressive future vision, we continue to invest in our homes, communities, and people.We are now seeking an Asset Investment Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our asset investment programme-ensuring our homes remain safe, modern, sustainable, and ready for the future.The OpportunityReporting to the Head of Development & Investment, the Asset Investment Manager will lead the strategic delivery of the asset investment programme, ensuring alignment with organisational goals, regulatory standards, and long-term financial planning.This is a high-impact, Whitelackington role with the scope to influence organisational strategy, drive innovation, and enhance the quality of homes across Scotland. The role also offers significant progression opportunities, including potential expansion of team leadership responsibilities within the first 12 months.You will manage a team of three Investment Officers and oversee a diverse programme of planned, cyclical, and modernisation works-ensuring excellent asset performance, strong governance, and great customer outcomes.Your Role • Lead the development and delivery of the asset investment programme using robust stock condition data, lifecycle planning, and the strategic objectives., • Collaborate with Finance and senior colleagues to define medium and long-term investment requirements, ensuring compliance with SHQS, EESSH, and key regulatory frameworks., • Manage annual budget preparation, programme planning, and monitoring-ensuring projects offer excellent value for money and are delivered efficiently., • Oversee contractor procurement, contract management, KPI monitoring, and performance evaluation, ensuring quality, consistency, and compliance across all works., • Provide strong leadership, coaching, and technical guidance to Investment Officers, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and customer focus., • Drive innovation in asset sustainability, energy efficiency, and digital solutions-including telecare, building systems, environmental sensors, and retrofit opportunities., • Act as a key point of escalation for customer enquiries and complaints, ensuring issues are resolved promptly and sensitively., • Support the ongoing development of asset management systems, ensuring accurate and timely updates to property information., • Identify and mitigate risks across all investment activities, implementing effective control measures and contingency planning., • Proven ability to develop and manage investment programmes, contract documentation, and procurement activity., • Strong technical experience in construction, building maintenance, refurbishment, and specialist systems within a housing environment., • Experienced team leader with a commitment to knowledge-sharing and developing others., • Excellent communicator-both influential and empathetic-with strong listening skills., • Experience managing multiple contractors and monitoring performance., • Budget management and financial reporting expertise., • Knowledge of key compliance areas such as Gas Safety, Asbestos, Water Hygiene, CDM 2015, and Building Regulations., • Experience in older people's housing, including telecare, emergency call systems, and specialist environments., • Managing teams across a wide geographic area., • Hybrid working model with flexibility to balance work and home life., • Supportive, collaborative culture that values innovation and continuous improvement., • Commitment to equality, diversity, and fostering an inclusive workplace., • Car allowance + reclaimable business mileage. 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 hays.co.uk

GENERAL DESCRIPTION Ocean Winds is looking for a Project Engineer with a solid technical background in infrastructure / networks projects within the power / energy sector to coordinate design and optimisation activities for the electricity transmission assets for the Caledonia Offshore Wind Farm project. In accordance with the UK offshore transmission regime, Caledonia Offshore Wind Farm intends to construct the transmission assets that will connect the Project to the national electricity transmission system. Reporting to the Senior Transmission Infrastructure Project Manager, the Project Engineer will be a key member of the engineering team, working across all transmission infrastructure technical packages and taking a leading role in developing and implementing the engineering strategy for the Caledonia transmission assets, providing support to leasing and consenting/permitting processes while defining and refining the project from a technical perspective. MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES • Support the Head of Engineering and Senior Transmission Infrastructure PM in multi-disciplinary design and optimisation activities related to delivery of the engineering strategy and development of the consented design envelope including site characterisation, infrastructure layout onshore and offshore export routing, civils and substation design, technology and equipment selection and construction processes., • Support project leasing and consenting/permitting processes by providing input on engineering and technical matters such as anticipated design parameters and construction methods., • Support development of the design programme to define and refine project design envelope by review and optimisation of inputs. (e.g. design parameters, construction methods, etc.)., • Ensure onshore civil design work undertaken for the project is undertaken using appropriate methods and is confirmed to be in accordance with applicable standards and project requirements., • Liaison with the project’s development team, landowners and other stakeholders in relation to the planning consents and land agreements required to enable successful completion of the works., • Input to best practice strategy / methodology, identify design constraints and targets, engineering cost modelling activities (e.g. design studies and optimisation exercises), technical reviews, and identifying key design levers., • Identify the need for specialist internal and external technical support. Working with the commercial team, manage the technical aspects of procurement of specialist engineering, including drafting work scopes and technical assessment of proposals., • Working with commercial team, engage with the manufacturing/construction supply chain in connection with the project, including preparing EPCI tender documentation such as scope of works and technical specifications for work packages and undertaking or coordinating technical assessment of proposals., • Manage internal and external specialist technical support to ensure project requirements are delivered on time and to budget. This includes review of desktop studies, concept designs, site surveys., • Support the preparation of engineering execution plans, risk registers and lead engagement with technical stakeholders., • Ensure appropriate technical governance are put in place and managed, including:, • Development of a technical risk register that will be linked to the consenting risk register., • Implementation of design decision and change control processes., • Support the company’s work in monitoring technology development, as well as engage in regulatory matters associated with the development and construction of offshore wind farm transmission assets., • Adherence to all project governance documents, policies, processes and procedures., • Work closely with Project Controls to develop and assess construction programme scenarios and support the development of construction and operational cost estimates for the project., • Work closely with Ocean Winds Corporate functions and other UK project teams, to maximise opportunities to de-risk consenting, construction and operational activities and capture corporate procedures, lessons learnt and transfer of knowledge. ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE • A degree in a relevant engineering discipline is required, preference for civil engineering., • A minimum of 3 years’ experience within the power / energy sector is required., • Team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. KNOWLEDGE • Knowledge of one or more of the following: design, construction and commissioning of high voltage substations; design, construction and commissioning of high voltage cable systems; power generation and transmission systems, planning and consenting processes for transmission assets., • Understanding of the interfaces and interdependencies between the key onshore and offshore components of a wind farm and transmission system., • Understanding of the different processes and stakeholders involved in the development and construction of the transmission assets for an offshore wind farm project., • The CDM (Construction Design and Management) Regulations, including a demonstrable understanding of health, safety and environmental best practice., • Onshore electricity transmission asset civil design standards and methods. SKILLS • Ability to work in a dynamic environment in a multi-disciplinary team across several technical areas and organizational structures., • Organized and efficient with an ability to multi-task and work to challenging deadlines., • Ability to communicate across all levels of an international organisation., • High standard of report writing and presentation skills., • Enthusiastic, committed and self-motivated with long term ambitions in the offshore wind industry. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Location in Edinburgh but travelling may be required to supplier's facilities and offices, local ports, and construction sites. This may include occasional international travel. The project has an international team of employees, and the working language is English. Candidates need to be fluent in English both spoken and written. Proficiency in other languages will be valued. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT At Ocean Winds, we celebrate all the differences that make individuals unique. We are building a diverse energy workforce, where differences in every form (culture, background, ability, or lived experience) are valued by all, bringing greater perspectives, ideas, and knowledge. You might not meet every single requirement listed. But, If this role speaks to you, we encourage you to apply. Potential and passion can be just as important as past titles. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive team where everyone is welcome, and we’re committed to making our hiring process as open and supportive as possible. If you need any adjustments or accommodations during the process, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We’ll do everything to help. Please feel free to reach out by contacting the ‘Job Poster’ for the same. By selecting “Apply” above, you indicate: You have read and acknowledge OW Candidates Privacy Notice: ..

Asset Investment Manager Local Housing Association Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid Working) Salary: £45k-50k (Plus Car Allowance) Contract: Full-time, 35 hours per week The Company This organisation is committed to providing high-quality housing, care, and support services that enable older people in Scotland to live independent, fulfilled lives. With a proud track record and a progressive future vision, we continue to invest in our homes, communities, and people.We are now seeking an Asset Investment Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our asset investment programme-ensuring our homes remain safe, modern, sustainable, and ready for the future. The Opportunity Reporting to the Head of Development & Investment, the Asset Investment Manager will lead the strategic delivery of the asset investment programme, ensuring alignment with organisational goals, regulatory standards, and long-term financial planning.This is a high-impact, Whitelackington role with the scope to influence organisational strategy, drive innovation, and enhance the quality of homes across Scotland. The role also offers significant progression opportunities, including potential expansion of team leadership responsibilities within the first 12 months.You will manage a team of three Investment Officers and oversee a diverse programme of planned, cyclical, and modernisation works-ensuring excellent asset performance, strong governance, and great customer outcomes. Your Role Lead the development and delivery of the asset investment programme using robust stock condition data, lifecycle planning, and the strategic objectives. Collaborate with Finance and senior colleagues to define medium and long-term investment requirements, ensuring compliance with SHQS, EESSH, and key regulatory frameworks. Manage annual budget preparation, programme planning, and monitoring-ensuring projects offer excellent value for money and are delivered efficiently. Oversee contractor procurement, contract management, KPI monitoring, and performance evaluation, ensuring quality, consistency, and compliance across all works. Provide strong leadership, coaching, and technical guidance to Investment Officers, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and customer focus. Drive innovation in asset sustainability, energy efficiency, and digital solutions-including telecare, building systems, environmental sensors, and retrofit opportunities. Act as a key point of escalation for customer enquiries and complaints, ensuring issues are resolved promptly and sensitively. Support the ongoing development of asset management systems, ensuring accurate and timely updates to property information. Identify and mitigate risks across all investment activities, implementing effective control measures and contingency planning. Engage with tenants to understand needs, support choice, manage expectations, and ensure a customer-centred delivery approach. About You Essential Experience & Skills Proven ability to develop and manage investment programmes, contract documentation, and procurement activity. Strong technical experience in construction, building maintenance, refurbishment, and specialist systems within a housing environment. Experienced team leader with a commitment to knowledge-sharing and developing others. Excellent communicator-both influential and empathetic-with strong listening skills. Experience managing multiple contractors and monitoring performance. Budget management and financial reporting expertise. Knowledge of key compliance areas such as Gas Safety, Asbestos, Water Hygiene, CDM 2015, and Building Regulations. Experience planning major works over 5-30 year horizons. Desirable Experience in older people's housing, including telecare, emergency call systems, and specialist environments. Managing teams across a wide geographic area. Knowledge of building management and environmental control systems. Other Requirements Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel. Why Work With Us? Hybrid working model with flexibility to balance work and home life. Supportive, collaborative culture that values innovation and continuous improvement. Commitment to equality, diversity, and fostering an inclusive workplace. Car allowance + reclaimable business mileage. A role that genuinely makes an impact on the lives of older people and the quality of housing across Scotland. If you are interested in hearing more about this role - please forward your CV to myself at and I will reach out. 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 hays.co.uk TPBN1_UKTJ

Role Overview: Attend sites to prepare comprehensive and accurate specifications and quotes for installation projects, ensuring all details are communicated to relevant stakeholders. The role involves providing support and guidance to engineers during projects and conducting quality inspections upon completion to ensure compliance. You will promote the importance of quality work and professional attitudes, fostering an environment that encourages employee development, good relations, team building, and adherence to quality standards. Key Responsibilities: * Specification and Quoting: Prepare detailed and accurate specifications for installations following site visits, ensuring client needs are met within legislative boundaries * Procurement: Order all necessary parts and subcontracted services for confirmed installations, ensuring timely availability and delivery * Communication and Support: Relay installation details to all relevant parties, providing both on-site and off-site support and guidance to engineers to ensure compliance with business quotes * Operational Management: Manage the day-to-day operations of operatives, providing technical support, encouragement, and training to ensure the completion of an agreed number of jobs per week * Client Relations: Serve as a key contact for clients, assisting in developing relationships and resolving problematic jobs. Attend and facilitate the resolution of customer complaints, including site visits and providing technical overviews, ensuring professional representation of the company * Quality and Professionalism: Promote the importance of quality work and professional attitudes, fostering an environment that supports employee development, good relations, team building, and quality standards * Follow-Up: Address recalls after an engineer has attended a property more than twice, providing management with details of the work and suggestions for preventative measures or training needs * Compliance: Ensure client contractual and specific requirements are met and, where possible, exceeded * Communication: Convey company procedures and client requirements to operatives through daily contact and structured monthly Toolbox Talks * Training and Support: Assist the Head of Region and Install Manager with training requirements and technical support for both existing engineers and new starters * Quality and Safety Audits: Conduct quality checks and health and safety audits to a predetermined target volume, communicating outcomes and completing reports for client meetings Skills & Experience * NVQ Level 2/3 in Heating and Ventilation or equivalent (essential) * Valid domestic and/or commercial gas qualifications. As a minimum, successful candidates must have the following: CCN1, CENWAT, HTR1, CKR1 (essential) * Valid UK driving licence (essential) * Previous practical experience in heating system surveys or domestic installation projects (essential) * Solid understanding of gas safety regulations and industry standards * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently What we offer? We offer a range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle whilst working for Sureserve and outside of work, some of these include: Any additional information you require for this job can be found in the below text Make sure to read thoroughly, then apply. * £38,000 - £44,000 per annum * Company vehicle and fuel card supplied * Uniform, PPE & mobile device supplied * Contributory pension scheme * Life assurance * 20 days + Bank holidays * Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and other family friendly policies * Sureserve Benefits Hub, accessing over 1000 retail discounts * Virtual GP service, available for employees and immediate family * Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) * Bike2Work Scheme * EV Car Scheme * Employee engagement events and Employee Voice programmes * Strong opportunities for career growth and development * Sureserve Legends celebrating the fantastic ways in which our employees live our values Committed to Diversity & Inclusion Sureserve is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to nurturing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We are committed to developing talent at all levels, ensuring equality, diversity, and inclusion in the way we work and in the communities in which we work, and making sure that every one of our people, clients and customers has the opportunity and support to fulfil their professional and personal potential. Reasonable Adjustments As part of our commitment to inclusivity, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process for individuals that may require them. xrnqpay Pre Employment Checks Successful applicants will be subject to eligibility checks with a 3rd party, including right to work in the UK and DBS background checks.

A public service organization in Edinburgh seeks an experienced Procurement Category Manager to lead complex ICT procurements and act as Deputy Head of Procurement.

To assist the Deputy Head of Procurement & Commodity Manager in the execution of a comprehensive procurement service to NHS Lothian, with a particular emphasis on developing Business Assurance systems to optimise savings, ensure a robust inbound supply chain and other value dividends through busines

Asset Investment Manager Local Housing Association Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid Working) Salary: £45k-50k (Plus Car Allowance) Contract: Full-time, 35 hours per week The CompanyThis organisation is committed to providing high‑quality housing, care, and support services that enable older people in Scotland to live independent, fulfilled lives. With a proud track record and a progressive future vision, we continue to invest in our homes, communities, and people.We are now seeking an Asset Investment Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our asset investment programme-ensuring our homes remain safe, modern, sustainable, and ready for the future. The OpportunityReporting to the Head of Development & Investment, the Asset Investment Manager will lead the strategic delivery of the asset investment programme, ensuring alignment with organisational goals, regulatory standards, and long‑term financial planning.This is a high‑impact, Whitelackington role with the scope to influence organisational strategy, drive innovation, and enhance the quality of homes across Scotland. The role also offers significant progression opportunities, including potential expansion of team leadership responsibilities within the first 12 months.You will manage a team of three Investment Officers and oversee a diverse programme of planned, cyclical, and modernisation works-ensuring excellent asset performance, strong governance, and great customer outcomes. Your Role Lead the development and delivery of the asset investment programme using robust stock condition data, lifecycle planning, and the strategic objectives. Collaborate with Finance and senior colleagues to define medium and long‑term investment requirements, ensuring compliance with SHQS, EESSH, and key regulatory frameworks. Manage annual budget preparation, programme planning, and monitoring-ensuring projects offer excellent value for money and are delivered efficiently. Oversee contractor procurement, contract management, KPI monitoring, and performance evaluation, ensuring quality, consistency, and compliance across all works. Provide strong leadership, coaching, and technical guidance to Investment Officers, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and customer focus. Drive innovation in asset sustainability, energy efficiency, and digital solutions-including telecare, building systems, environmental sensors, and retrofit opportunities. Act as a key point of escalation for customer enquiries and complaints, ensuring issues are resolved promptly and sensitively. Support the ongoing development of asset management systems, ensuring accurate and timely updates to property information. Identify and mitigate risks across all investment activities, implementing effective control measures and contingency planning. Engage with tenants to understand needs, support choice, manage expectations, and ensure a customer‑centred delivery approach. About YouEssential Experience & Skills Proven ability to develop and manage investment programmes, contract documentation, and procurement activity. Strong technical experience in construction, building maintenance, refurbishment, and specialist systems within a housing environment. Experienced team leader with a commitment to knowledge‑sharing and developing others. Excellent communicator-both influential and empathetic-with strong listening skills. Experience managing multiple contractors and monitoring performance. Budget management and financial reporting expertise. Knowledge of key compliance areas such as Gas Safety, Asbestos, Water Hygiene, CDM 2015, and Building Regulations. Experience planning major works over 5-30 year horizons. Desirable Experience in older people's housing, including telecare, emergency call systems, and specialist environments. Managing teams across a wide geographic area. Knowledge of building management and environmental control systems. Other Requirements Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel. Why Work With Us? Hybrid working model with flexibility to balance work and home life. Supportive, collaborative culture that values innovation and continuous improvement. Commitment to equality, diversity, and fostering an inclusive workplace. Car allowance + reclaimable business mileage. A role that genuinely makes an impact on the lives of older people and the quality of housing across Scotland. If you are interested in hearing more about this role - please forward your CV to myself at and I will reach out. 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)