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This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, professional HSE Manager to join a leading business who are in a period of exciting growth. They are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, a business that has doubled in size these last few years. They are proud of their fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment, where customer satisfaction and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything that they do. Hours and Benefits £45,000 - £55,000 dependant on experience 37.5 hours per week, 8:00am – 4:00pm (with some flexibility) 23 days holiday plus bank holidays Life insurance cover Employee Assistance Programme HSE Manager Role Overview The HSE Manager will report to the Head of Operations, leading the Health, Safety & Environmental function across the business, ensuring all sites, employees, contractors and operations maintain high standards of safety, regulatory compliance and environmental responsibility. HSE Manager Candidate Requirements Proactive, hands-on HSE professional with the ability to influence positive behaviours and drive continuous improvement. Confident engaging with employees, managers and senior leadership, balancing strategic compliance with practical operational support. Passionate about workplace safety, environmental responsibility and developing a strong safety culture. NEBOSH General Certificate, NEBOSH Fire Certificate and IOSH Managing Safely qualifications. ISO 9001 Internal Auditor qualification, with experience supporting compliance, audits and continuous improvement. HSE Manager Key Responsibilities Lead HSE policies, procedures and compliance, ensuring adherence to all relevant health, safety and environmental legislation across multiple sites. Manage site inspections, audits, risk assessments, COSHH, incident investigations and corrective actions to drive continuous improvement. Oversee ISO 9001:2015 documentation, compliance and audit programmes, alongside environmental reporting covering WEEE, packaging and battery regulations. Deliver HSE training, chair safety meetings and work with managers, employees and contractors to embed safe working practices and assess compliance. Coordinate statutory inspections and contractor audits, producing monthly HSE reports for senior leadership and Board meetings. This role is commutable from the following areas : Derby, Nottingham, Sutton in Ashfield, Mansfield, Chesterfield. Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK. Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates. If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or APPLY and I will be in touch. Should you want to learn more about any of our MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION vacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact me to have an informal, confidential chat. Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing & Production Recruitment Support since 1994 TPBN1_UKTJ

Our client, an established specialist distributor of electronic components and technical solutions, are looking for a Head of Technical - Batteries/Power to join their team on a permanent basis and can be based UK wide. Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements. This is a senior technical and commercial leadership role responsible for leading the technical team, developing a strong design-in pipeline and driving growth across the batteries and power technology portfolio. Key responsibilities of the Head of Technical - Batteries/Power job based UK wide: Lead and develop the Technical team, setting KPIs and driving performance across the design funnel Develop and convert a sustainable pipeline of design opportunities into design wins and production Act as the technical expert across batteries, power and associated technologies Work closely with Sales, Account Management and suppliers to identify and convert new opportunities Provide technical support throughout the customer design cycle, from evaluation and testing through to production Develop supplier growth plans and manage key supplier relationships and QBRs Identify gaps within the product portfolio and develop strategies to introduce new suppliers and technologies Build relationships with senior decision-makers across customers and suppliers Monitor market and technology developments to identify new opportunities Support customer visits, supplier training, webinars, exhibitions and marketing campaigns Report on technical activity, pipeline development and commercial performance to the SMT and Board Experience required for the Head of Technical - Batteries/Power job based UK wide: Extensive technical knowledge and experience within batteries, power electronics or a related technology area Proven experience managing a design funnel and successfully designing-in electronic components/products Experience within franchise distribution or electronic xrnqpay component distribution Proven experience leading and managing a technical and/or sales team Strong commercial understanding with the ability to drive revenue and design wins Experience managing strategic supplier relationships and developing supplier growth plans Electronics or Engineering degree or equivalent qualification desirable Strong customer-facing, communication and relationship-building skills Commercially focused, proactive and capable of working at both strategic and technical levels If this Head of Technical - Batteries/Power job based UK wide could be of interest, please send your CV to or call Ben on

Cenheard is a high-growth engineering and health & safety consultancy headquartered in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. We bridge the gap between regulatory health and safety management and complex, hands-on machinery safety engineering. Operating across the full machinery compliance lifecycle, we help industrial manufacturers and OEMs navigate complex legislation with clarity and technical rigor. Every project we deliver is peer-reviewed under our BS EN ISO 9001 Quality Management System, combining technical excellence with practical, real-world solutions. We are seeking an experienced, highly competent Senior Machinery Safety Consultant to lead our high-level functional safety and compliance projects. Acting as a technical authority, you will take full ownership of Phase 1 design risk assessments and functional safety specifications, hold independent Technical Construction File (TCF) publishing sign-off authority, and lead client-facing compliance projects from initial scoping through to final UKCA / CE certification. This is a senior position designed to provide immediate technical leadership, mentor junior consulting staff, and act as a peer review authority within our ISO 9001 QMS framework. Job title: Senior Machinery Safety Consultant. Job type: Permanent. Salary: 65k - £80k per annum. Bonus: Performance driven bonus scheme. Hours: 40hrs / week. Offset travel model: Beyond reasonable travel to client site’s accrued in 1-for-1 Time Off in Lieu (TOIL). Holiday allowance: 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + extra day off for your Birthday (34 days total). Pension scheme: Up to 7% matched pension scheme. Vehicle: Car allowance or salary sacrifice lease. Expenses: Plus, full meal, overnight, and travel expenses covered in line with HMRC rates (currently £0.55p/mile). Healthcare: Comprehensive private healthcare coverage. Professional subscriptions: All professional body memberships paid in full (e.g. IET, InstMC, IMechE). Hardware & mobility: Company laptop, mobile phone, and branded workwear. Working flexibility: Hybrid working model split between client sites, report writing from home, and collaborative working at our Harrogate head office. Cenheard is proud to live by our 6-core value: • PROTECT: Pride in protecting workforce safety and client capital investments., • PEOPLE: Nurturing long-term relationships through fairness, honesty, and respect., • ENGAGE: Ability to engage effectively across all levels—from shop-floor operators to board directors., • PASSION: Enjoys complex problem-solving and technical engineering excellence., • ACTION: Proactive, integrity-driven approach to achieving statutory compliance., • SIMPPLICITY: Practical engineering mindset—turning complex legislation into simple, actionable steps., • HAZOP studies: Lead multidisciplinary Hazard and Operability Studies (BS EN 61882) for complex or integrated machinery lines to identify process risks during early project scoping., • Design Risk Assessments (DRA): Author comprehensive, full-lifecycle risk evaluations in accordance with BS EN ISO 12100 across all machine life phases, establishing required risk reduction measures using the hierarchy of control., • Safety Requirements Specifications (SRS): Author detailed Functional Safety Requirements Specifications (under BS EN ISO 13849) to define required performance levels (PLr), control architecture categories, safe states, manual reset behaviours, and fault reactions., • SRP/CS reviews: Conduct technical design reviews of safety-related parts of control systems (SRP/CS) and review client/OEM Hardware Design Specifications (HDS) and schematics., • Safety circuit verification: Perform mathematical modelling and verification using evaluation software (e.g. SISTEMA) to calculate Category, MTTFd, Diagnostic Coverage (DC), and Common Cause Failures (CCF). Safeguarding positioning: Calculate safety distances and light curtain / scanner positioning under BS EN ISO 13857 & BS EN ISO 13855., • Safety Function Testing (SFT): Lead physical, component-level fault injection testing on client sites to validate that all safety inputs, logic solvers, and output channels return machinery to a safe state under fault conditions., • Pre-PUWER inspections: Execute pre-commissioning assessments while OEMs and installers are on-site to identify non conformities early., • UKCA / CE Technical Construction File (TCF) sign-off: Evaluate machinery against applicable Essential Health and Safety Requirements (EHSRs), review OEM Declarations of Conformity/Incorporation, compile complete audit-ready TCFs, and exercise full publishing sign-off authority., • PUWER assessments: Perform post-commissioning compliance audits under PUWER ACOP L22, evaluating safe operating procedures (SOPs), LOTO, maintenance schedules, and operator training., • OEM accountability: Support clients in holding OEM suppliers commercially and contractually accountable for rectifying non-conformances at supplier expense., • Team mentoring & peer review: Serve as a technical mentor to machinery safety consultants and act as a designated peer reviewer under Cenheard's BS EN ISO 9001 quality framework., • Engineering background: Time-served engineering apprenticeship or Level 4 HNC/HND / Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Control, Systems, or Mechatronics Engineering., • Functional safety accreditation: Certified Machinery Safety Expert (CMSE®) or TÜV Functional Safety Engineer / Expert certification., • Standards & regulatory mastery: Extensive knowledge of BS EN ISO 12100, BS EN ISO 13849-1/-2, BS EN 60204-1, BS EN ISO 14120, BS EN ISO 13857, BS EN ISO 13855, and the UK Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations / EU Machinery Directive., • Hands-on software & design competency: Direct experience using SISTEMA software, reading electrical/fluid schematics, and authoring SRS documentation., • Mobility: Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel to client sites. #J-18808-Ljbffr

At Neptune, our spaces are designed to bring beauty, comfort and a sense of home to everyday living. From timeless furniture pieces to thoughtful design advice, we're here to help our customers create their dream homes - and it all begins with exceptional service. We're looking for an experienced, warm and personable Assistant Store Manager (Client Experience Lead) to join our brand-new stunning showroom and design studio in Harrogate to lead our superb team, on a permanent, full-time basis, working 40 hours over 5 days of the week. You'll be someone who loves making people feel welcome, has exceptional customer service and leadership experience, an eye for interiors, and bring energy and organisation to everything you do. What you'll be doing As a Client Experience Lead, you'll support the Design Lead and Head of Design Stores in leading the team and ensuring the showroom runs smoothly day to day. From thoughtful gifting to whole-home design, you'll help deliver a personal, considered service while upholding the high standards that define the Neptune in-store experience. Day to day, you'll: Help recruit, lead and motivate a high-performing, engaged team who take pride in delivering thoughtful, personal service Support in handling customer queries and communications professionally, promptly, and with care Oversee stock management across the showroom, including deliveries, booking-in, replenishment and stock takes, ensuring inventory accuracy while supporting the resolution of customer service issue Support the commercial running of the showroom by ensuring accurate pricing, managing banking processes securely, and assisting payroll through effective rota planning and attendance reporting Support the Design Lead in the day-to-day leadership of the team, including opening and closing the store, coaching Design Advisors and delivering training aligned with Neptune's products and service standards A little about you You're someone who naturally puts people at ease and find joy in helping customers feel heard, understood and inspired. You'll bring previous experience at supervisory or assistant store leader level, ideally within an interiors or design-led retail environment with a service-first mindset and great communication skills - both written and spoken - and confidence using Outlook and other digital tools. You'll bring a love for interiors and a good eye for colour and texture - with a genuine interest in helping customers make beautiful choices. You'll also be organised with a proactive approach, always looking for ways to go the extra mile, with proven ability to lead, motivate, inspire and support a team. It's also important that you bring confidence and a natural affinity of working in a calm and professional way, even when under pressure. Our store is open 7 days of the week, so it's important that you have the flexibility to work during the week and weekends too. What Benefits we can offer you Competitive salary Generous holiday allowance Purchased additional annual leave scheme Life assurance Company sick pay Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Cycle to work scheme Gym membership Generous Neptune new item and outlet discounts Perkbox: Wellbeing Hub and Retail Discounts Portal Your birthday day off Two paid volunteer days a year Day off if you become a Grandparent A week off to celebrate a life event Refer a friend scheme Long service holiday allowance increase Training Workshops Across all locations, we stay united by our company values: Do The Right Thing, Do It Together, Aim High and Keep It Real. We're an equal opportunities employer; our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams, with all colleagues and applicants afforded the same opportunities. We encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work, in an environment that actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion and where everyone's voices are heard. Our Story Founded in 1996 by friends John Sims-Hilditch and Giles Redman, Neptune design and make pieces for your whole home. Recognised for our exacting standards, design-led aesthetic and expert craftsmanship, we're perhaps most known for kitchens - with heirloom-worthy dressers not far behind. Neptune's trademark 'look' is British: refined, simple, sturdy, and with an almost obsessive attention to detail. We're also respected for our commitment to craft and quality. Put simply, we make things we're proud of, and that are designed to last a lifetime. TPBN1_UKTJ

Salary: 53,051 – 57,372 per annum + Relocation AllowanceGrade: NContract: PermanentHours: Full-time, 37 hours per weekLocation: Northallerton - HybridAs our Environment and Design Manager (Ecology), you’ll take the professional lead for ecology within our Planning Service, leading a specialist team and influencing how environmental considerations are embedded in future growth and development across North Yorkshire.This is a senior role offering significant professional autonomy and variety. You’ll help shape the new North Yorkshire Local Plan, influence strategic policy and place-making, and work alongside specialists in Landscape, Urban Design and the Historic Environment.You’ll also enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working, combining home working with access to our collaborative office bases in Selby, Richmond, Scarborough, Northallerton, Skipton and Harrogate.Our teamThe Council’s Planning Service plays a fundamental role in shaping North Yorkshire’s natural and built environment. We’re working to ensure future development meets the needs of our communities while creating great places to live, work and visit.Role summaryYou’ll be one of three Environment and Design Managers within Planning Policy and Place, working across a multidisciplinary service covering Ecology, Landscape, Urban Design and the Historic Environment.Working collaboratively with your fellow managers and specialist teams, you’ll help deliver high-quality, sustainable development across North Yorkshire while ensuring ecology is effectively represented in strategic planning, policy and development management.Your key work areas will include:· Working closely with the Environment and Design Managers to deliver strategic work across all specialisms on behalf of the council and with neighbouring authorities.· Supporting the preparation of new policies and site allocations within the North Yorkshire Local Plan and relevant guidance and appraisals.· Providing training and specialist advice on Ecology to support the development management process and ensure legislative requirements are met.The breadth of the role calls for a strong understanding of ecology alongside an appreciation of related technical disciplines. You’ll work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, partners and infrastructure providers to achieve positive outcomes.Duties and responsibilitiesYou’ll work alongside two other Environment and Design Managers, collectively leading the promotion, creation, protection and enhancement of the councils natural and built environment. Together you’ll bring specialist expertise to the council’s sustainable growth and place making agenda.· You’ll lead and proactively drive forward the development and implementation of relevant plans, strategies and policies, including the councils local plan – blueprint for the council’s place-shaping, economic and housing growth ambitions.· You’ll take a positive, creative and innovative approach to service delivery, using resources efficiently and effectively and exploring opportunities for income generation.· You’ll support the Head of Planning Policy & Place in driving a comprehensive programme of improvement and transformation across the environment and design function and the wider Planning Service. · You’ll keep up to date with changes in planning policy and legislation, proactively recommending, and implementing necessary changes to plans, policies and practices as required. What you’ll bringWe’re looking for an experienced ecology professional who combines strong technical knowledge with confident, supportive leadership. You’ll be comfortable working strategically, providing professional advice and bringing people together to achieve positive outcomes for North Yorkshire’s natural environment.· You’ll have a degree and/or post-graduate diploma in relevant subject, together with Chartered Membership of relevant specialism (such as CIEEM, CMLI, MRTPI)· You’ll bring an in-depth knowledge of all relevant planning legislation and national and regional planning policy and guidance and with ability to expertly interpret complex planning legislation to advise senior leaders, industry partners, and community stakeholders · You’ll have experience of successfully leading a specialist ecologist team or a multidisciplinary team that includes Ecologists· You’ll have strong management skills and experience of effectively managing people, budgets and resources· You’ll be able to manage competing priorities effectively, both across your own workload and that of the teamWhat can we offer you?In addition to your salary, we offer a range of great benefits to help you financially and make life a bit easier:· a local government pension scheme with generous employer contribution · salary sacrifice schemes· employee discount benefits including shopping, supermarkets, gym discounts and more· Health Assured – confidential help and support for your wellbeing· learning, development and career advancement opportunitiesClick on our Total Rewards Brochure at the bottom of this advert to see the full range of benefits.For more information or an informal discussion please contact Linda Mckenzie, Head of Planning Policy & Place (linda.mckenzie@northyorks.gov.uk or 01423 556583)Applying is easy, simply click on apply now, register your details, remove your personal details from your CV and upload Key Dates:Closing Date: 8 November 2026Interviews:19 & 20 November 2026Key Documents:Job DescriptionTotal RewardsNYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies. We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Using AI? Please follow our guidance to ensure your application reflects your own knowledge and experience:Advice on your job application | North Yorkshire Council

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Head of Trenchless & Civils Department to lead a high-performing team responsible for delivering critical infrastructure and civil engineering projects. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an ambitious individual with a strong background in construction, utilities, civils, or infrastructure delivery who can combine strategic vision with operational excellence. You'll play a pivotal role in driving business performance, developing talented teams, maintaining strong client relationships, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and profitably. If you're a proven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about continuous improvement, innovation, and delivering outstanding results, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As Head of Trenchless & Civils, you will provide strategic leadership and overall management of the department, ensuring successful delivery of business objectives while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and customer service. You'll work closely with senior leadership teams, operational managers, clients, and stakeholders to drive growth, enhance performance, and support the organisation's long-term strategy. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership • Develop and implement the department's strategic plans, aligned to wider business objectives., • Identify opportunities for growth, innovation, and continuous improvement., • Contribute to business-wide strategy, planning, and decision-making., • Drive operational excellence and foster a culture of accountability and high performance. Operational Delivery • Lead day-to-day departmental operations, ensuring projects and services are delivered efficiently and effectively., • Establish, maintain, and improve policies, procedures, and operational standards., • Monitor departmental performance against KPIs, targets, and service delivery requirements., • Ensure resources are effectively deployed to meet business needs. Leadership & People Development • Inspire, lead, and develop a team of managers and operational professionals., • Create a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture., • Oversee recruitment, succession planning, performance management, and employee development., • Set clear objectives and support teams in achieving outstanding results., • Manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and financial performance., • Ensure effective cost control and value-for-money delivery., • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability., • Maintain robust governance, reporting, and risk management processes., • Support commercial decision-making and business growth initiatives. Stakeholder & Client Management • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, suppliers, and internal stakeholders., • Act as a senior representative for the department in meetings, projects, and strategic discussions., • Ensure effective communication and collaboration across all business functions., • Support the development of long-term customer and stakeholder relationships. Compliance, Safety & Risk • Ensure compliance with all relevant legal, contractual, regulatory, and company requirements., • Promote a strong health and safety culture across all activities., • Identify and manage operational and commercial risks., • Champion ethical standards, governance, and continuous improvement. About You We're looking for someone who combines strong leadership capability with commercial acumen and a passion for delivering exceptional outcomes. • Significant senior leadership experience within construction, civils, utilities, infrastructure, or a related sector., • Proven track record of delivering operational and financial results., • Strong understanding of construction contracts, including JCT, NEC and FIDIC frameworks., • Experience managing budgets, resources, and business performance., • Strong commercial awareness and financial management capability., • Excellent people leadership and team development skills., • Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities., • Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and organisational improvement., • Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills. You'll Stand Out If You Have • Experience leading trenchless technology or civil engineering operations., • A passion for developing high-performing teams and driving employee engagement., • Experience leading organisational change and transformation initiatives., • A track record of improving operational efficiency and business performance. What we can offer you: • Enhanced maternity,paternity and adoption pay and leave, • Company pension, • Life assurance scheme (x4 salary), • Medicare Cash Plan (includes cash payments towards dental, medical, therapeutic treatments) with the option to add up to 4 dependants, • Refer a friend scheme, • Employee assistance programme (access to GP appointments and mental health support), • Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays, • Training and career progression opportunities Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know. #J-18808-Ljbffr