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About the Company This is an initial 6-month FTC, with a salary ranging between £30,000-£35,000 with a great set of benefits including Bupa healthcare, 5% employer pension & much more! Our client’s technical teams work at the forefront of materials science and electrochemical innovation, contributing to a rapidly evolving programme focused on next-generation energy solutions. They are seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the team, this role supports a wide range of laboratory activities, contributing to material preparation, cell assembly, testing programmes and day-to-day laboratory operations. You will work closely with scientists, engineers and technical leaders. The ideal candidate for this role will have experience with wet chemistry techniques in the lab. Key Responsibilities • Support laboratory activities assigned by the Head of Lab Operations, • Prepare and cure polymer membrane materials in line with defined SOPs, • Assemble electrochemical cells and cell stacks, from small-scale units to mechanically assembled stacks, • Conduct testing of electrochemical cells using battery and cell-testing equipment following set protocols, • Maintain high standards of health & safety and laboratory housekeeping, contributing to a positive safety culture, • Check, calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment, reporting issues promptly, • Monitor laboratory stock levels, assist with ordering and receive materials into the inventory system, • Ensure safe and efficient operation of laboratory processes and equipment, including maintenance and fault reporting Person Specification • Level 3 qualification (A-Level, NVQ) or higher in a science or engineering discipline; Level 2 with strong laboratory experience considered, • Experience with wet chemistry techniques and/or analytical equipment (FTIR, UV-Vis, TGA) is desirable, • Experience calibrating or validating laboratory equipment or materials, • Methodical approach to assembly, materials preparation and testing, • Willingness to learn new techniques and a good understanding of scientific principles, • Understanding of laboratory health & safety, 5S, and continuous improvement principles, • Experience in a project-based R&D environment is advantageous Sounds good, how do I apply? • Option 1: Click the apply button, don't worry if you don't have an up-to-date CV, we can discuss whatever you have to hand., • Option 2: Find Alexander Donnelly on LinkedIn and drop me a message or connection request

This is an exciting opportunity to join this successful, market-leading organisation and take ownership of a critical function, overseeing day‑to‑day activity while shaping and delivering the long‑term vision. Available on a long-term interim basis for 1-2 years, this hybrid role is critical to this organisation's continued success and growth. As Head of Logistics, you'll be at the heart of ensuring materials, equipment, and services are available when and where they're needed. You'll define and implement the logistics strategy, manage risks, and deliver reliable services to partners and stakeholders. With full accountability for budgets, inventory integrity, and resource management, you'll play a pivotal role in enabling core business operations and driving customer satisfaction. You'll establish clear performance reporting and embed KPIs to monitor service levels, costs, and efficiency. At the same time, you'll champion continuous improvement, streamline supply chain processes, and identify cost efficiencies without compromising service quality. This role is about more than operations - it's about people. You'll build empowered teams, instil accountability, and foster a culture of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and innovation. By championing health and safety and nurturing talent, you'll create an environment where individuals thrive and high performance is the norm. We are looking for an accomplished logistics leader with a proven track record of running complex, multi‑site operations and driving both safety and commercial success. You will bring senior‑level experience in logistics, supply chain or operations, backed by formal management qualifications and professional accreditations. With strong commercial acumen and deep expertise in materials, inventory, warehousing and transport management, you'll be confident in shaping performance and delivering transformation. Excellent communication and stakeholder skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft business tools and logistics systems. Above all, you'll be a strong, people‑focused leader who can coach, mentor and inspire teams, create safe environments that nurture talent, and deliver exceptional service to customers. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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

Business Development Manager – Traffic Management Solutions Location: Cambridge / Hybrid Salary: Competitive + Benefits Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, family-run business that provides specialist traffic management services to support major civil engineering, utilities, and infrastructure projects across the UK. With over 40 years of industry experience, the company is recognised for its commitment to safety, innovation, and service excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a growing division focused on delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality traffic management solutions nationwide. The Role The Business Development Manager will play a key role in identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and securing profitable contracts. Reporting to the Head of Business Development, you’ll work closely with internal teams to deliver strategic growth and maintain the company’s reputation for quality and reliability. Key Responsibilities • Identify and develop new sales leads to build a strong pipeline of opportunities, • Engage with new and existing clients across the traffic management and civil engineering sectors, • Prepare and manage quotations, ensuring accuracy and timely submission, • Track and report on sales performance, opportunities, and client engagement using CRM systems, • Support the tender process and contribute to bid submissions, • Negotiate pricing and terms to secure profitable contracts, • Analyse feedback on won and lost projects to refine future strategy, • Produce regular sales and activity reports for senior management About You • Proven experience in business development or sales within Traffic Management or Civil Engineering, • Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills, • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities, • Highly organised with experience managing multiple live opportunities, • Proficient in CRM and reporting tools, • Motivated, proactive, and target-driven What’s on Offer • Competitive salary, reviewed regularly against market benchmarks, • Hybrid working (Cambridge base), • Supportive, family-run culture with genuine progression opportunities, • Exposure to nationally significant infrastructure and utilities projects Apply now to join a respected and growing organisation where your expertise will help shape the future of safe and sustainable infrastructure delivery.

Job Title: Supply Chain Manager Location: Cambridge – with flexible travel across the UK and Europe Job Type: Full time Industry: Aerospace/Defence | Start-ups & Scale-ups Reports to: Head of Manufacturing For this role... The ideal candidate will have experience coming through the ranks from a manufacturing environment, progressing their career from buying, purchasing, procurement and into supply chain that has good knowledge of the whole manufacturing process, or is a qualified engineer themselves. You will have a good understanding of budgeting, commercials, forecasting and MRP management, and a bonus if you have come from a start-up or scale-up company, ideally from automotive, aerospace or electronic component manufacturing. About the Role... We are seeking an experienced and strategic Supply Chain Manager to lead and develop our end-to-end supply chain function, with a strong emphasis on building the department from the ground up. The successful candidate will bring hands-on experience in establishing scalable supply chain processes, teams, and systems within fast-paced, high-growth environments, particularly in start-up and scale-up settings. This role will be instrumental in designing and executing our supply chain strategy across direct and indirect procurement, while ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with the operational needs of the business. Key Responsibilities Department Leadership & Development • Build and lead the supply chain function from scratch, including setting up processes, systems, KPIs, and internal controls., • Recruit, train, and manage supply chain and procurement personnel as the business scales., • Define and implement best practices in procurement, logistics, inventory, and stores operations. Procurement Management (Direct & Indirect) • Lead sourcing and procurement activities for direct materials, indirect goods, and services., • Develop procurement strategies that align with company goals, budget constraints, and regulatory compliance. Supplier Management • Drive supplier selection, qualification, onboarding, and ongoing performance management., • Lead long-term and short-term commercial negotiations to secure competitive pricing and strong service-level agreements. Cost Optimisation • Identify and execute cost-saving initiatives through strategic sourcing, demand management, and process efficiency. Forecasting & Planning • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop accurate demand forecasts and ensure material availability., • Integrate forecasting into procurement and stock planning systems to support operational continuity. BOM Analysis & Alignment • Conduct deep-dive analysis of Bills of Materials to optimise sourcing and validate costing accuracy., • Work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to support product lifecycle requirements. Inventory & Stores Control • Oversee all aspects of inventory management, including stock accuracy, safety stock, and turnover., • Implement robust stores control procedures and continuous improvement measures. Compliance & Standards • Ensure adherence to applicable industry standards and regulations (e.g., AS9100, ISO, MOD/defence procurement protocols). Qualifications & Experience Essential: • 5–7+ years of progressive supply chain and procurement experience., • Proven experience in building a supply chain function or department from the ground up., • Strong background in start-up and scale-up environments., • Industry expertise in defence, automotive, and/or aerospace sectors., • Track record in direct and indirect procurement, supplier management, negotiation, and cost optimisation., • Experience in forecasting, BOM analysis, stock management, and stores operations. Desirable: • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field., • Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, APICS, Lean Six Sigma)., • ERP/MRP system proficiency (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite). Key Skills: • Department setup and strategic leadership, • End-to-end supply chain and procurement, • Supplier development and contract negotiation, • Inventory planning and stores control, • BOM analysis and cost control, • Process design and operational scaling, • Strong analytical and interpersonal skills, • Agile mindset and adaptability to change

Head of Safety & Compliance. Head of Safety & Compliance. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement, the organisation plays a critical role in supporting patient care and operational excellence across multiple hospital sites.

Are you an experienced Administrator with a keen eye for detail and extremely process driven? Have you got a knowledge of retrofit / decarbonisation projects within the construction space? Approach Personnel are proud to be partnered with one of the largest Property Services Contractors in the UK, who are currently on the look out for a Site Administrator to join them on a permanent basis. As a Site Administrator, you will be responsible for all of the data entry, compliance and communication across site and head office. What's in it for you? * Yearly bonus potential * Private health care * Further career growth * Generous annual leave entitlement + bank holidays What are we looking for? * Prior experience working as an administrator with a retrofit / decarbonisation project is a MUST. * Someone who thrives in a high pressure, fast paced environment. * Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word,Outlook) * Full UK's driving license. Key Responsibilities: * Assisting with the day-to-day running of the site, being the main point of contact between site and off-site teams. * Handling all data that comes into site and ensuring that it is all being logged correctly and efficiently. * Arrange and support construction meetings and events. * Support the construction Director with the distribution of construction-related documents and reports to site teams and relevant stakeholders and members of the supply chain. * Maintain an accurate and efficient electronic filing and archiving system. * Be familiar with the Company’s Safety, Health, and Environmental policies. IF THIS IS YOU, WHY NOT APPLY NOW

Head of Safety & Compliance. Head of Safety & Compliance. Hybrid working, with a minimum of three days per week on site.

Hybrid working, with a minimum of three days per week on site. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement, the organisation plays a critical role in supporting patient care and operational excellence across multiple hospital sites. As part of a wider transformation journey, t

Head of Safety & Compliance. Head of Safety & Compliance. Hybrid working, with a minimum of three days per week on site.

Head of Safety & Compliance. Head of Safety & Compliance. Hybrid working, with a minimum of three days per week on site.

Join Our Team We are seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Head of Safety & Compliance to lead the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of compliance, safety, and assurance functions across a multi‑site healthcare setting. Head of Safety & Compliance Salary: £

Head of Safety & Compliance. Hybrid working, with a minimum of three days per week on site.

We are looking for an interim Head of Fire Safety for a social housing provider in the Midlands. The client is interested in candidates with a social housing background and senior level experience of managing fire safety including complex buildings, high rise and high risk. The interim will be engag

Health, Safety & Facilities, this role will manage a team of health and safety professionals, oversee risk management, and embed a positive safety culture throughout all business activities, and provide strategic support in shaping policies and frameworks that safeguards residents, colleagues, and c

Reporting directly to the COO, the Head of Health & Safety & Compliance will lead the development and delivery of a group-wide compliance strategy — with Health & Safety as the top operational priority. If you're an experienced Head of Health & Safety & Compliance (or ready to step into such a rol

A leading consultancy firm in London is seeking an Associate Director to lead a growing Health & Safety division. This strategic role involves managing a team of CDM Consultants, delivering CDM services, and being actively involved in client engagement and project proposals. This position offers sig

This appointment comes at a pivotal time as Hackney strengthens its approach to resident safety and ensures full alignment with the Fire Safety Act, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order and the Building Safety Act. You will lead a well-established team of fire safety professionals and oversee a

Partner with the Property Directorate ensuring compliance across H&S, fire safety, security and CDM, maintain and where necessary design safe systems of work – including permits to work, control of contractor and local procedures – which will enable the team to manage their own safe systems of w

The successful Head of Health and Safety Operations will have:. Head of Health and Safety Operations (Interim Role). We are partnering with a large, complex, and nationally significant organisation to appoint a Head of Health and Safety Operations.

The Head of Safety is responsible for ensuring that the National Theatre operates in a safe way by providing high quality, competent advice and support on matters of health, safety and risk. The provision of operational safety support to all departments through development and implementation of safe

A leading talent management firm in the UK is seeking a Head of Safety Product Testing. This role involves driving sales growth and cultivating a culture of continuous improvement within the department.

Here at BaxterStorey we currently have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional Regional Head of Food, Health & Safety to help shape the future of safety across our business. Regional Head of Food, Health & Safety. You will play a key role in shaping our safety strategy, supporting growth, and cre

As Head of Quality, Safety, and Improvement, you’ll lead the QSI team to define and deliver strategy, standards, and policies for Ground Operations. Job Description - Head of Quality, Safety, and Improvement (16567). High degree of personal and professional flexibility.

Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in health and safety roles, with at least 5 years in aviation or aerospace environments. Lead and mentor the health and safety team, fostering professional development and high performance. Certified Safety Professional (CSP), NEBOSH Diploma, IOSH, or eq

As Head of Health, Safety and Quality you will lead the Health, Safety and Quality team across Transportation, Social Infrastructure, Environment & Water, Energy & Defence, and Built Environment for both internal and external clients. Head of Function - Quality, Health & Safety. Lead a team of 60+ c

Goodman Masson is supporting Hackney Council in the recruitment of a Head of Fire Safety, a crucial leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering the Council's fire safety strategy, procedures and compliance frameworks. This appointment comes at a pivotal time as Hackney strengthens its app

A prominent broadband provider in Greater London is looking for a Head of Health and Safety to oversee compliance across the business. This role promotes not just safety compliance, but also employee engagement in health and safety practices, reflecting our commitment to being an employer of choice.

As a member of the Workspace family, you are part of a team responsible for the office space of 4,000 of the capital’s brightest businesses. Proficient in Microsoft Office with excellent written communication and verbal skills. Workspace is home to London’s brightest businesses, and our dedicate

A leading property investment firm is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Health and Safety to manage their strategy across a £2. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in health and safety leadership, particularly in property or construction sectors. This position offers a competitiv

A telecommunications group is seeking a Head of Design to oversee building safety and rooftop telecoms design in the UK. The position offers a hybrid working model and competitive benefits.

My client based in West Yorkshire are looking to appoint an Interim Head of Fire Safety. Assist the Corporate Management Team, service Director of Property Facilities and Health and Safety and the wider Council in providing and maintaining levels of fire precaution within Council premises in line wi

We are looking for an interim Head of Fire Safety for a social housing provider in the Midlands. The client is interested in candidates with a social housing background and senior level experience of managing fire safety including complex buildings, high rise and high risk. The interim will be engag

The Head of Research of Development for AI Safety will head up Faculty's small, high‑agency research team, shaping the future of safe AI systems. Complementing this, we design evaluations for model developers across broader safety‑relevant fields, including the societal impacts of increasingly c

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Health and Safety to provide strategic leadership in compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will be a proactive health and safety professional with extensive experience and strong leadership skil

As Head of Safety Products Testing you will manage and lead product testing teams to deliver growth and a high level of customer service. We currently have an opportunity for a Head of Safety Product Testing to manage the department including 3 physical testing laboratories testing PPE products agai

A senior qualified Health & Safety professional with experience of mixed‑use portfolios. Head of FM, Compliance and Health & Safety. You’ll be overseeing the who section leading on compliance, risk management, budget/resource management and the delivery of best‑in‑class safety standards acro

Lead the development and implementation of safety policies and procedures to ensure the safety of our passengers, crew, and vessels. The Health and Safety Manager position will ensure that City Cruises UK provides a safe‑working environment, which ensures Health and Safety legislative compliance.

The role involves leading safety initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a strong safety culture. A global insurance company is seeking a Senior Manager for Health and Safety to oversee compliance and strategy across the UK, Europe, and Middle East.

The Head of Health & Safety is a senior leadership role responsible and accountable for Health & Safety compliance across all areas of the business. The role holder will ensure business policy, processes and procedures are in place for the active monitoring of in-life Health and Safety standards for

Head of Sustainability & Social Value. Head of Sustainability & Social Value. This is a newly created and influential position, offering the opportunity to shape and drive the charity’s environmental and social value agenda at a strategic level.

Your professional knowledge of community safety issues will be fundamental to success in the role. You will advise and persuade decision‑makers across different organisations on all issues pertaining to community safety, highlighting areas of risk and how to mitigate these, and ensuring compliance

The Head of Health and Safety will provide strategic leadership, ensuring Goldsmiths’ compliance with health and safety regulations while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a proactive health and safety professional with extensive experience, strong leadership sk

By speaking directly with businesses, explaining the benefits of supporting us, and demonstrating how SNF aligns with their CSR, EDI and ESG priorities, this role will open doors that are currently out of reach due to limited capacity. Ultimately, this role ensures SNF has the financial stability to

We are looking for a strategic and impact-driven Head of Trust & Safety Operations to lead Bolt’s global Ride Hailing Trust & Safety function. Head of Trust & Safety Operations, Rides. You have a track record of designing and scaling safety or fraud prevention programs with measurable business imp

A leading water treatment solutions provider in the UK is seeking a Head of Engineering to provide effective leadership and management of Engineering operations. The role encompasses developing and executing engineering strategy while ensuring all outputs meet safety and quality standards. This hybr

A market-leading real estate company in London is seeking an experienced Head of Health & Safety to lead strategic health & safety initiatives across a diverse property portfolio. Candidates must possess a NEBOSH Diploma and have a strong grasp of UK health & safety regulations. The position offers

Lead the development and implementation of safety policies and procedures to ensure the safety of our passengers, crew, and vessels. Understanding of legal health and safety guidelines. Overall responsibility for the safety of all employees and contractors when carrying out their day‑to‑day acti

A public sector organization in London is seeking a Head of Compliance & M&E to lead statutory compliance and mechanical/electrical services across housing. The role requires strong technical knowledge and senior leadership experience, with responsibilities including managing teams, budgets, and ens