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Lead Process Engineer - Waste Water As an integral part of the delivery of both our existing portfolio of high profile projects and our strategic high value Design and Build Framework, you will have the platform and opportunity to really grow your career in the Water Industry. Working alongside Head of Discipline and Process Engineering Director, as the Process Lead for our Jacobs Framework team you will facilitate and promote the optimisation of the process engineering function of a the Framework programme. As the key point of contact across stakeholders, including: Customer, Design and Engineering; you will collaborate cross-porogramme to design, develop and implement intiatives focussed on new methodologies, technical solutions, outputs and services across the Design, Build, Systems Integration, Process Improvement and Asset Managegement of Waste and Clean Water CAPEX programmes. As the key interface across multi disciplinary teams in this role your remit will include: • Project Manage multi-disciplined teams, delivering excellence for our clients across all phases of a project lifecycle., • Lead cross functional innovative Engineering and Technology initiatives, indentifying and delivering opportunities to maximise Client value., • Foster a partnership working relationship with Clients, Partners and Stakeholders., • Facilitate the development of process flow diagrams and layout plans., • Coordinate the selection of appropriate treatment technologies (e.g., MBR, SBR)., • Develop and implement corrective actions to restore optimal performance., • Identify and disseminate key information and across varying audiences, • Mentor, coach and support both the skills and career development of colleagues and peers. We are eager to hear from problem solvers, solutions driven proactive candidates who have a background in:, • Leading multi-disciplinary design teams in the Water sector., • Water and/or wastewater networks ., • Water and/or wastewater treatment plant., • Mass water conveyance., • Heat transfer., • Bioresource., • Project Engineering/Management, • Waste to Energy A Masters Degree or equivalent in Chemical or Environmental Engineering and Chartered Status (CEng) with a recognised Professional Institute, would be beneficial. #LI-NM1 Warrington|Cheshire|United Kingdom Manchester|Greater Manchester|United Kingdom Newcastle Upon Tyne|Tyne and Wear|United Kingdom Leeds|West Yorkshire|United Kingdom Glasgow|Lanarkshire|United Kingdom London|Greater London|United Kingdom London|Greater London|United Kingdom Chemical Water Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. 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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Human Resources to join a well-established organisation at a pivotal time in its development. This senior role is responsible for driving the people strategy, leading cultural development, and ensuring the effective delivery of HR services across the business. You will play a key role within the senior leadership team, partnering with senior leaders to support business performance, enhance employee engagement, and drive a progressive HR agenda. With a newly implemented HR system in place, this is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to optimise digital HR processes and shape future improvements. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Act as a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team, contributing to organisational strategy and long-term planning. Present HR insights, data, and workforce analytics to senior stakeholders to support informed decisions. Participate in management meetings and provide expert HR guidance on change, growth, and people development. Operational HR Management Lead the HR function, overseeing recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and compliance. Enhance HR systems, policies, and processes to support organisational goals. Drive a culture of continuous improvement, maximising the value of the newly implemented HR system. Employee Engagement & Culture Lead initiatives to improve engagement, wellbeing, and retention. Build strong relationships across the organisation to support a collaborative, inclusive working environment. Coach and guide line managers to handle HR matters confidently and consistently. Learning & Development Oversee training and development programmes to ensure employees have the skills for current and future needs. Champion continuous professional development and succession planning. Lead the ongoing evolution of appraisal and performance development processes. Performance & Resource Management Monitor HR KPIs and workforce metrics, recommending improvements where needed. Ensure effective utilisation of HR resources to support key priorities and projects. Trade Union Engagement Act as the main point of contact with the recognised trade union. Lead formal consultation processes with professionalism and transparency. Support positive industrial relations and collaborative problem-solving. About You Qualifications & Experience Degree-level education and/or CIPD qualification. Proven experience in a senior HR generalist role. Experience working within a unionised environment/desirable Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice. Demonstrable experience in learning and development and training design. Experience managing HR in a business of similar scale (approx. 90100 employees). Knowledge of managing pay and reward structures. Skills & Competencies Strong strategic thinker with the ability to influence at senior levels. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Confident decision-maker with a hands-on, pragmatic approach. Skilled in HR data analysis and reporting. Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Confident in facilitating workshops and delivering presentations across the organisation. Benefits 40-hour working week with flexible working patterns (office-based). On-site parking. 25 days holiday + bank holidays. 6% joint pension contribution. Access to a newly implemented HR system with opportunities to shape future development. TPBN1_UKTJ