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Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world. Every day, our 7,500 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy. We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition. Drawing on more than 55 years' experience in highly regulated sectors subject to strict security and safety requirements, we provide our customers with engineering and project management services, as well as digital services and solutions to optimise the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. The Group is currently ranked third in the world for nuclear engineering. To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all. Your Mission: This role will be to lead teams to deliver key infrastructure-related engineering activities. You will coordinate across electrical, mechanical, and civil disciplines, supporting the organisation in the planning, supervision, and review of design documentation. The role includes managing technical interfaces and ensuring effective integration with both internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: 🛠️ Lead multi-discipline engineering coordination Chair design reviews, working groups, and meetings with consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders. 📄 Design substantiation ownership Develop, author, assess, and manage the Nuclear Infrastructure Design Substantiation suite. ⚙️ Control design integrity Manage design changes and concessions, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. 🧪 Support through-life safety case Produce Examination, Inspection, Maintenance & Testing (EIMT) schedules and operating procedures to satisfy long-term safety and design intent. 📢 Engage with nuclear safety governance Present substantiations to the Clyde ‘Due Process’ nuclear safety committees and support safety case submissions. 🧠 Technical oversight and assurance Review and approve contractor reports, civil/structural justifications, and calculations. Conduct Independent Technical Assessments (ITA) and Peer Reviews (IPR). 🧾 Contribute to Periodic Reviews of Safety (PRS) Develop reports supporting continued safe operation and regulatory compliance. Essential Criteria: 📘 Strong knowledge of British and European design standards and current engineering practices ⚡ Solid understanding of High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) electrical systems 🏗️ Proven experience across concept, detailed design, and construction phases on electrical engineering projects—ideally within industrial or maritime environments 🔍 Skilled in assessing electrical plant and equipment for hazard resilience 📝 Demonstrated ability to author robust technical justifications to support electrical design modifications in high-hazard industries 🏭 Familiarity with industrial systems such as pumps, generators, HVAC, SCADA, PAVA systems, etc. 🤝 Experience contributing electrical expertise to multi-discipline projects, ideally within defence and/or maritime sectors 🌟 Desirable Criteria: 🛡️ Previous experience working within a high-risk, regulated environment ⚠️ Understanding of safety case development methodologies (e.g., HAZID, HAZOP) ☢️ Experience in the UK nuclear industry (civil or defence), particularly in the design/assessment of safety-related structures, systems, and components (SSCs) 📚 Knowledge of UK and US nuclear regulatory frameworks, and application of nuclear-specific codes and standards Additional Information Due to the nature of this role the successful candidate will require Security clearance. To gain this they will be required to be a Sole UK national, Hybrid working from home/Assystem Office Benefits include: • Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution), • 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days, • Professional fees reimbursed, • Flexible working, • Employee referral scheme Predominantly WFH. Monthly travel to site for some key meetings e.t.c is required. Sole UK National, SC clearance required to start Umbrella contractor or staff This role requires the successful candidate to hold (or be able to obtain) a minimum of a Security Check (SC) clearance without any caveats to that clearance. Due to the nature of work this role will be delivering and for the protection of certain assets, the successful candidate has to be a sole UK national Hybrid work in Glasgow We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

The Centre for Information Resilience (CIR) is an independent organisation dedicated to exposing human rights violations and threats to democracy. We achieve this through open source research, digital investigations, capacity-building with local partners, and collaboration with media to amplify our impact. CIR was born out of a determination to expose those spreading harm – online and offline – around the world, particularly in areas of violent conflict, such as Ukraine, Sudan and Myanmar. Our projects are at the forefront of efforts to investigate and document human rights abuses, war crimes, harms targeting women and minorities, and influence operations. We work closely with multilateral and national justice accountability bodies. Contract Type: Contractor Contract length: 4-5 months Hours needed Full hours or part-time. Location: Remote. Languages: You must be able to speak and write English and have working proficiency in both Pashto and Urdu languages. Closing date: Tuesday 19th May 2026 at 23:55pm. About the project The OSINT Investigator utilises their open-source intelligence (OSINT) investigation skills to conduct research and analysis of open-source information in support of CIR’s Terrorism research project objectives. As an OSINT Investigator, you will use your expertise to acquire and analyse information from open sources, extracting the key pieces of information to write high-quality narrative reports and project products that are comprehensive, verified, accurate, and placed correctly within the context of Pakistani affairs. • You will work with and support the Investigations Lead and Senior Project Manager, ensuring that your analysis is focused effectively to meet project tasking and product priorities., • You will also provide assistance to the team to understand the cultural, political, and social dynamics of Pakistan., • Provide subject-matter expertise on Violent Extremist Organisation (VEO) ecosystems in Pakistan, guiding analytical direction and helping translate complex open-source intelligence (OSINT) and social media intelligence (SOCMINT) findings into clear, decision-relevant insights for stakeholders and donors., • Employ OSINT and SOCMINT tools, techniques and methodologies to conduct analysis of trends, and issues related to Violent Extremist Organisation (VEO) activity in Pakistan., • Conduct research and analysis as directed in support of project reporting objectives., • Mentor and support analysts by offering guidance on methodologies, reporting standards, and best practices in monitoring and propaganda analysis., • Track and analyse propaganda, messaging trends, and narrative shifts from VEOs in Pakistan, including across public platforms (TikTok, Facebook) and niche or encrypted platforms (Telegram, Rocket.Chat, Element), including semi-closed communities where accessible., • Conduct propaganda analysis (themes, narratives, key influencers, and dissemination networks) and track changes over time., • Identify emerging platforms, communication trends, and shifts in VEO platform usage to maintain collection relevance., • Assist with the development, writing, and review of analytical outputs, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and timely delivery across products, while identifying new lines of inquiry and investigation., • Assist with translation of collected content (required languages: Pashto and Urdu; Dari would be beneficial)., • Proven ability to analyse Violent Extremist Organisation activity, including propaganda, narratives, and platform usage trends within the regional context in Pakistan., • Experience using open-source and social media intelligence tools and techniques to collect, analyse, and interpret complex data into actionable insights., • Ability to identify trends, assess messaging shifts, and produce high-quality, accurate, and timely analytical outputs that inform decision-making. To apply, please submit your CV and complete the application form questions. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, which can be conducted remotely unless specified otherwise. CIR encourages applicants from under-represented communities. CIR is an equal opportunities employer. If you require adjustments or additional support to complete this process, please let us know in your application.

Location: Remote - Europe Join a team of elite researchers, auditors, and core engineers focused on designing, implementing, and optimizing secure smart contract systems on the Cardano platform. We are seeking experienced Plutus Developers to translate complex on-chain protocol logic from precise specifications into secure, production-ready code on the mainnet, contributing to foundational work that moves the entire ecosystem forward. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of high-assurance smart contract development, including implementation, rigorous testing, and performance optimization. This role involves deep collaboration with internal research teams, external protocol teams, and product engineers to bring novel on-chain protocols to life. Responsibilities: • Implementation: Translate protocol specifications and formal models into secure Plutus implementations, writing high-assurance Aiken and/or Plutarch smart contract code., • Testing & Assurance: Design and execute advanced testing methodologies, including property-based testing, differential testing, and invariant-based testing., • Security Modeling: Engage in threat modeling and adversarial analysis alongside auditors and researchers., • Optimization: Conduct performance tuning to optimize for script size, execution budget, and fee economics., • Ecosystem Contribution: Contribute to internal libraries, reusable frameworks (e.g., Plutus Tx, Aiken interop), CIP discussions, and public standards that enhance the Cardano ecosystem., • Collaboration: Work closely with product teams and partner engineering teams, and write clear technical documentation., • Functional Programming: Strong Haskell experience with a deep understanding of pure functional programming (FP), typed FP, and category theory fundamentals., • Domain Specific: Experience with Aiken / Plutarch or a demonstrated ability to learn these highly quickly., • UTxO Knowledge: Familiarity with UTxO-based accounting models., • Testing & Security: Experience reasoning about adversarial environments and familiarity with property-based testing (e.g., QuickCheck / Hedgehog)., • Work Style: Ability to work extremely asynchronously, self-directed, with a strong bias toward written communication first., • Timezone: Ideally located within the European timezone., • Compensation: Market-appropriate hourly rate based on skills and experience., • Commitment: Full-Time Commitment (40 hours per week)., • Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (30 days of holiday per year for UK employees, where applicable) and Sickness Pay., • Flexibility: Contract flexibility, open to discussing terms for both a standard employee and an independent contractor., • Impact: Opportunity to build foundational libraries and critical infrastructure that advances the entire Cardano ecosystem. Due to the high volume of applications we anticipate, we regret that we are unable to provide individual feedback to all candidates. If you do not hear back from us within 4 weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. We genuinely appreciate your interest and wish you the best in your job search. Commitment to Equality and Accessibility: At MLabs, we are committed to offer equal opportunities to all candidates. We ensure no discrimination, accessible job adverts, and providing information in accessible formats. Our goal is to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace with equal opportunities for all. If you need any reasonable adjustments during any part of the hiring process or you would like to see the job-advert in an accessible format please let us know at the earliest opportunity by emailing human-resources@mlabs.city. MLabs Ltd collects and processes the personal information you provide such as your contact details, work history, resume, and other relevant data for recruitment purposes only. This information is managed securely in accordance with MLabs Ltd’s Privacy Policy and Information Security Policy, and in compliance with applicable data protection laws. Your data may be shared only with clients and trusted partners where necessary for recruitment purposes. You may request the deletion of your data or withdraw your consent at any time by contacting legal@mlabs.city.

Sector Growth Manager (M&E / Data Centres) Nottingham / Midlands / Hybrid / Remote £55,000 - £65,000 + Excellent Bonus + Car (EV) + Home/Field based + pension + career development Are you a Technical Sales professional from an M&E or Data Centre background looking to work for one of the UKs leading providers of M&E products and services to the commercial construction sector? Are you looking for an independent role where you will own and deliver sector growth in the UK's Data Centre industry with the opportunity to build a team around you? On offer is a role within a modern M&E consultancy that is family run and focused on continuous improvement that will provide an excellent support system, product training and actively encourages career development and progression. You will be responsible for driving growth within the Data Centre industry through identifying new opportunities, building client relationships, and adding value to clients with technical products and service solutions. Reporting to the Head of Sales you will forge strong customer relationships, develop trusted relationships with key stakeholders help drive this through the primary and specialist sub-contractor pipeline. With experience and a thorough understanding of the data centre industry, the phases of construction and principal and main contractors you will be responsible for… The Role: • Develop and implement a strategic sales plan to expand market share within the data centre industry across the UK & Europe, • Identify, engage, and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including contractors, consultants, and end-users in the data centre sector, • Work closely with clients to understand their needs, provide technical expertise, and offer customized solutions that align with their project requirements The Person: • Consultative Sales experience from the construction / data centre or M&E sectors, • Experience dealing with major construction firms, procurement teams, and multi-million-pound contracts, • Experience of the different phases of Construction and selling to principal and main contractors If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Reference: BBBH19897 Keywords: Data Centre, HVAC, Specification Sales, Construction Sales, M&E Sales Manager, Tier 1, Tier 2 We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.

Our client is seeking a skilled E-Commerce Performance Account Manager to support a growing portfolio of online brands, as an Independent Contractor. In this role, you'll be responsible for managing a group of e-commerce accounts, focusing on performance, relationship management, and strategic growt

Sector Growth Manager (M&E / Water Treatment) Nottingham / Midlands / Hybrid / Remote £55,000 - £65,000 + Excellent Bonus + Car (EV) + Home/Field based + pension + career development Are you a Technical Sales professional from an M&E or Water Industry background looking to work for one of the UKs leading providers of M&E products and services to the commercial construction sector? Are you looking for an independent role where you will own and deliver sector growth in the UK's Water Treatment industry with the opportunity to build a team around you? On offer is a role within a modern M&E consultancy that is family run and focused on continuous improvement that will provide an excellent support system, product training and actively encourages career development and progression. You will be responsible for driving growth within the Water industry through identifying new opportunities, building client relationships, and adding value to clients with technical products and service solutions. Reporting to the Head of Sales you will forge strong customer relationships, develop trusted relationships with key stakeholders help drive this through the primary and specialist sub-contractor pipeline. With experience and a thorough understanding of the water industry, the phases of construction and principal and main contractors you will be responsible for… The Role: • Develop and implement a strategic sales plan to expand market share within the water treatment industry across the UK & Europe, • Identify, engage, and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including contractors, consultants, and end-users in the water sector, • Work closely with clients to understand their needs, provide technical expertise, and offer customized solutions that align with their project requirements The Person: • Consultative Sales experience from the construction / water or M&E sectors, • Experience dealing with major construction firms, procurement teams, and multi-million-pound contracts, • Experience of the different phases of Construction and selling to principal and main contractors If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Reference: BBBH19898 Keywords: Water Treatment, Specification Sales, Construction Sales, M&E Sales Manager, Tier 1, Tier 2 We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.

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QHSE Coordinator Location:Telford Duration:Permanent Salary:up to £36,000 per annum (DOE) Hours: Monday Friday days (early finish on a Friday) Benefits: Enhanced annual leave Bonus Pension + access to other perks and rewards We are working with our well-established global client based in Telford who currently have a fantastic opportunity to join their team as a QHSE Officer. This is a great opportunity to take ownership of Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental management systems across two UK sites. This is a hands-on, operational role suited to a proactive individual who enjoys balancing compliance, continuous improvement and stakeholder engagement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Reporting into senior UK leadership and working closely with site managers and the Quality Administrator, the QHSE Officer will play a key role in maintaining ISO-aligned systems, promoting a positive safety culture and supporting ongoing business improvement. As the QHSE Coordinator, you will be responsible for: • Overseeing the ongoing operation and enhancement of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 frameworks, taking responsibility for all QHSE documentation governance and control, • Leading engagement with external auditors, carrying out internal audits, coordinating corrective actions and contributing to the delivery of formal QHSE Management Reviews, • Managing Health & Safety and Environmental legal compliance registers, keeping abreast of legislative updates and acting as a liaison with enforcement and regulatory bodies, • Producing review and roll out risk assessments and COSHH documentation, investigate incidents and near misses, and provide support for contractor safety processes including RAMS, • Supporting site inspections, audit programmes and emergency response planning, ensuring appropriate provision and management of PPE, first aid and spill control measures, • Gathering, interpret and report on environmental and sustainability metrics, including waste, energy, emissions, CO2 data (Scope 1, 2 and applicable Scope 3) and Consent to Discharge requirements, • Developing QHSE performance reporting, site communications and KPIs, deliver toolbox talks, contribute to cross-functional working groups and drive continuous improvement activity Skills and Experience • Previous experience in a QHSE / QUESH / EHS / HSEQ / SHEQ role ideally from within a busy manufacturing or industrial environment, • NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent), • Strong working knowledge of UK health, safety and environmental legislation and ISO-aligned management systems, • Full UK driving licence essential The application process: Our mission is to support our clients in their creation of an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to providing a barrier-free recruitment process, so if you require any reasonable accessibility adjustments within the application process, then please make it known at the earliest opportunity. We will carefully consider your details and advise you if we're able to progress with your application within 72 working hours.If you do not hear from us within this time your details wont be retained. So, if you're not successful on this occasion, do continue to respond to future roles we advertise. In the meantime, all good wishes and continued success with your search for employment. About Us Prince Personnel are an employment agency working on behalf of our client.Whether youre seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment or contract youll find us easy to deal with.Located in thriving Telford, we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire and North Wales.Prince Personnel specialise in commercial, accounts and finance and technical recruitment.With the best jobs around we are an independent agency working hard for you. Reference: AA26930 JBRP1_UKTJ

Customer Services Administrator Shrewsbury £25,500 Rising to £26,600 after probation Permanent Monday to Friday 9am 5.30pm We are currently supporting our prestigious client who are looking for a Customer Services Administrator to join their well-established company in Shrewsbury. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for customers calling into the business. The main priority is to answer the telephone and deal with requests from clients and customers that require a routine response, as well as responding to incoming general enquiry emails. For more complex issues, to direct calls or emails to the appropriate person. Your responsibilities will be: Whilst the following provides a description of the tasks to be undertaken by the Customer Services Administrator, there will be requirements for the individual to undertake some other duties that are essential to the smooth running of the office.These must be mutually agreed between the Administrator and the Team Leader. • To use mail merges to deliver general correspondence to clients and leaseholders., • To work with the Department Head or Branch Manager and Team Managers in the preparation of and responses to, all client, contractor and customer communications whether by telephone, e-mail, fax or letter., • To process, scan, photocopy and file documents as required., • To assist in uploading documentation to the various internal systems., • To maintain and update the diary of appointments for the Department Manager or Branch Manager and team managers, inspection checklists, notes of client meetings., • Under the direction of the individual Managers, to organise and issue works orders for routine maintenance such as cleaning, gardening and other low risk maintenance., • To liaise with other departments to obtain or provide information relating to the portfolio., • To attend internal meetings as required., • To complete all mandatory online training courses in a timely manner and to take part in optional training courses as considered appropriate by the Department Head or Branch Manager., • To be courteous and professional in all dealing with clients, customers, contractors and general public, • To be punctual at all times and ensure that you are dressed in accordance with the Dress Code, • To be an active team member; contributing to the motivation and achievements of the department or branch. Requirements To be considered for this excellent opportunity, we are looking for a bright and enthusiastic individual who has excellent customer service skills. Working in a professional service environment, we need someone who is keen to learn and support colleagues and clients to the highest of standards. Whilst some people enjoy working in this specific role, this can be an excellent entry point into the business where you can undertake specific qualifications that can help you progress into higher level roles in the business. This client is usually open to paying for these qualifications to help you grown further in the company. The application process: Our mission is to support our clients in their creation of an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to providing a barrier-free recruitment process, so if you require any reasonable accessibility adjustments within the application process, then please make it known at the earliest opportunity. We will carefully consider your details and advise you if we're able to progress with your application within 72 working hours.If you do not hear from us within this time your details wont be retained. So, if you're not successful on this occasion, do continue to respond to future roles we advertise. In the meantime, all good wishes and continued success with your search for employment. About Us Prince Personnel are an employment agency working on behalf of our client.Whether youre seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment or contract youll find us easy to deal with.Located in thriving Telford, we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire and North Wales.Prince Personnel specialise in commercial, accounts and finance and technical recruitment.With the best jobs around we are an independent agency working hard for you. Reference: DE26986 JBRP1_UKTJ

Senior Building Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor – South Wales The Company Our client is an independent construction consultancy with an established presence across South Wales and the South West. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint either a Senior Building Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor to undertake a Project Manager / Employer's Agent role within the business. The consultancy works across a range of affordable housing and public sector developments, providing professional services from project inception through to completion. Their client base is built largely on repeat business and long-standing relationships, reflecting their collaborative approach and consistent project delivery. The business offers a supportive working environment where employees are encouraged to develop their skills, take ownership of their projects and progress their careers. Flexible working, open communication and teamwork are all key parts of the company culture. The Role The successful Senior Building Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing projects through both pre-construction and delivery phases, acting as a key link between clients, consultants and contractors throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Acting as Employer's Agent and Project Manager across a range of developments Preparing and administering contract documentation Managing projects through both pre- and post-contract stages Chairing project meetings and producing progress reports Monitoring contractor performance against programme, quality and compliance requirements Managing valuations, variations, project costs and final accounts Supporting project handover and defects management processes Developing and maintaining strong client relationships throughout project delivery About You To be considered, you will have: MRICS qualification or be working towards Chartership Previous experience within an Employer's Agent, Building Surveying or Quantity Surveying role Experience delivering residential and/or commercial projects Full UK driving licence Strong communication and organisational skills The ability to manage projects independently while working effectively within a wider team A proactive approach and strong attention to detail Salary & Benefits Tailored career development and progression opportunities Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Supportive and collaborative team environment 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays Annual discretionary bonus Enhanced pension scheme Private medical insurance This is an opportunity to join a growing consultancy with a strong pipeline of work, a collaborative culture and a genuine focus on long-term professional development