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Love being on the move, meeting new people and delivering outstanding service every day? At Ocado Logistics, our Customer Service Team Members do far more than simply deliver groceries. They are the trusted face of our business, helping create thousands of positive customer experiences every week. Whether it's delivering a family's weekly shop, helping a customer with their bags, or simply arriving on time with a friendly smile, our CSTMs play a vital role in building the relationships that keep customers choosing Ocado. While other companies may call this a Delivery Driver role, we see it differently. Our Customer Service Team Members combine safe, professional driving with genuine customer care. Every delivery is an opportunity to make somebody's day a little easier and a little better. You'll work independently on the road, supported by industry-leading technology that plans your routes and pre-loads your van, allowing you to focus on what matters most: delivering great service safely, efficiently and with a positive attitude. Every day you'll interact with different customers, deliver outstanding service and play an important role in communities across the region. Rain or shine, you'll be out and about making a difference to our customers, one delivery at a time. And yes, you'll still get to choose the music. Great Pay and Even Better Benefits Everyone likes their groceries at different times, so our working patterns include evenings and weekends. In return, you'll receive premiums on top of your base pay, increasing average hourly earnings to £14.01 per hour. You can also boost your earnings further through enhanced overtime rates, helping fund those special occasions or simply giving you extra flexibility. Better still, all your breaks are paid, meaning every minute you're at work, you're getting paid. That's a great deal. (Everyone's shifts will vary, but more information is included below to help you understand what your working pattern could look like.) Important Information About Driving at Luton Our Luton site provides deliveries across North London, where traffic conditions can often be busy and complex. You must be confident in your driving ability and capable of safely navigating: High-density traffic routes Urban road layouts Frequent stop-start traffic conditions Busy residential and commercial areas Applicants should be comfortable driving in these environments as a regular part of the role. A Benefits Package Designed Around You In addition to competitive pay, you'll have access to a range of benefits including: Company pension with up to 7% matched contributions after just 3 months Enhanced digital health and wellbeing support, including virtual GP appointments for you and your dependents Hundreds of discounts across high street retailers, restaurants and entertainment providers Life insurance from day one of employment 15% discount on your Ocado.com grocery shop Discounted voluntary benefits, including dental and travel insurance Excellent career progression opportunities, with 87% of salaried roles filled by internal colleagues Whether you're looking for your next role or the start of a long-term career, we'll support your development every step of the way. What Makes a Great Customer Service Team Member? You don't need previous delivery experience to join our team. What matters most is: A positive and professional attitude Strong customer service skills Confidence interacting with customers Reliability and punctuality A commitment to safe driving Pride in delivering an outstanding customer experience Our training team will teach you everything else you need to succeed. Driving Licence Requirements To apply, you must have: A Full UK or EU Driving Licence A minimum of 12 months driving experience No more than 6 penalty points No driving disqualifications within the last 5 years As some deliveries contain alcohol products, applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Because this is a customer-facing role, good communication skills are essential. How To Apply Joining Ocado Logistics couldn't be easier: Step 1 Complete a quick online application - no CV required Step 2 Our friendly Recruitment Team will contact you to complete an Online Licence Check and Right to Work checks Step 3 Attend a site tour, meet the team and take part in a relaxed interview and Q&A session Step 4 We will complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check Step 5 Once all checks are complete, you'll receive your offer and begin your journey with Ocado Logistics Contract Information Contract Type Permanent Contract Hours 40 Hours per Week (Including Paid Breaks) Working Pattern You will be required to work ANY 5 days out of 7. Further information regarding your roster pattern will be provided during recruitment and interview process. Shift Times We operate both AM and PM shifts. You may start as early as 05:30 and finish as late as 00:00 (Midnight). Please consider your commute carefully before applying. Your rota will be provided up to 13 weeks in advance. Pay Frequency This position is paid on a lunar payroll cycle, meaning you will be paid every four weeks according to a monthly payroll schedule. Please take this into consideration before applying. Hourly Pay Rates Monday to Saturday (Basic Rate) £13.55 Monday to Saturday Evening (18:00-06:00) £14.67 Sunday Basic £14.91 Sunday Evening (18:00-06:00) £16.14 Overtime Day Rate £16.94 Overtime Evening (18:00-06:00) £18.06 Everyone Is Welcome At Ocado Logistics, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively support equal opportunities and accessibility for people with disabilities and believe that our differences make us stronger. Whatever your background, experience or story, you'll find a place where you belong at Ocado Logistics. Ready to join us? Apply today and discover where a career as a Customer Service Team Member could take you.

Love being on the move and interacting with people from all walks of life? Proud to deliver quality goods on time and put a smile on thousands of faces every week? Join Ocado Logistics where there are bags of possibilities. It's our mission to provide an outstanding customer experience. Whilst others might call you delivery drivers, here at Ocado Logistics our Customer Service Team Members play a vital role, delivering top quality products on time and in an efficient manner. You’ll be out on the road whatever the weather, but you’ll never have to fight over the radio station, and you can sing along as loud as you like! In return, we use our automated technology to pre plan your route and pre-load your van! Everyone likes their groceries at different times, so our working patterns will involve evenings and weekends in addition to weekdays - so on top of your base pay you will receive premiums that will increase your average hourly earnings to £13.82 per hour. You can also stack your earnings further with enhanced overtime to fund those special occasions! All your breaks are paid, meaning for every minute at work you get paid. That’s a great deal! (Everyone’s shifts will vary but more information is included at the bottom of this advert to help you understand what that might look like.) Whilst a safe working environment goes without saying, we offer a shopping list of perks that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle, including: • Company pension of up to 7% matched contributions after just 3 months, • An enhanced digital health and wellbeing service, including virtual GP appointments, for you and your dependents, • Hundreds of high street shopping, entertainment and restaurant discounts, • Life insurance coverage from day one of employment, • 15% off your weekly shop with Ocado.com, • Loads more voluntary benefits such as dental and travel insurance at a discounted price, • Career progression – if you suddenly decide that being a driver isn’t for you, there’s plenty of opportunity for progression, as 87% of our salaried roles are filled by internal colleagues! So what do we need from you? You don’t need any previous experience to join our good-natured team, just bring yourself and a positive attitude, and our amazing training team will do the rest! But you will need the following Driving Licence Requirements: • Full UK or EU driving licence., • Minimum of 12 months driving experience, • Maximum of 6 penalty points., • No driving disqualifications in the past 5 years. Some deliveries involve the handling of alcohol products, so you must be over 18 to apply. As this is a customer facing role, good communication skills are also essential. How to apply: • Fill in an online application - there is no CV needed!, • Our friendly recruitment team will get in touch to conduct an Online Licence Check and Right to Work Checks., • You will be invited to take a tour of the site, giving you the opportunity to meet the team for a question-and-answer session, and have a relaxed chat as part of a light touch interview, • We will run a Disclosure Barring System check (DBS)., • Once all checks are completed, you will be offered the role and your career with Ocado Logistics will start! Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: 40 hours (including paid breaks) Contracted days: You will be required to work any 5 days out of 7 working 8 hour shifts, and will be provided with further information during pre-boarding. We are also currently hiring a small number of drivers required to work any 4 days out of 7 working 10 hour shifts (following 4 week training period) Shifts: AM & PM. You may start as early as 05:30 in the morning, and can finish as late as 12:00 (midnight). Please check your commute time prior to applying. You will receive your shift rota up to 13 weeks in advance. Pay Structure: The position is lunar paid. This means you will be paid every 4 weeks according to a monthly schedule. Please take this into consideration when applying. Hourly Pay Rates: Monday to Saturday (Basic Rate) £13.22 Evening Premium (from 6pm) £1.12 Sunday Day Premium £1.32 Sunday Evening Premium £2.55 Overtime rate Monday to Saturday (Day Shift) £16.53 Overtime rate Monday to Saturday (Evening Shift) £17.65 We are proud to prioritise inclusivity and equal opportunities for all individuals, ensuring a supportive and accessible workplace for people with disabilities. So, whatever your background or story, you’ll find a home at Ocado Logistics.

Yard Person \n Location: Near Wyboston, Bedfordshire \n Job Type: Full-Time \n Salary: £26,500 per year, depending on experience \n Overtime: Available \n The Role \n An exciting opportunity has become available for a Yard Person to join a growing team based at a depot near Wyboston, Bedfordshire. \n We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and reliable individual who enjoys practical, hands-on work and is keen to develop their skills within the construction and equipment industry. \n This is a varied role involving yard duties, equipment preparation, manual handling, cleaning and quality checking, as well as occasional installation work at sites across the UK. \n Overtime is available, and there may be occasions where overnight stays are required when carrying out installations. \n What You'll Be Doing \n Your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Picking and packing both small and large items.\n, • Preparing equipment for hire and installation.\n, • Quality checking, cleaning and maintaining equipment.\n, • Carrying out general yard duties and keeping the working area clean, organised and safe.\n, • Manual handling of equipment and materials.\n, • Loading and unloading products.\n, • Assisting with installations at customer sites across the UK.\n, • Liaising with customers and internal teams when required.\n, • Following all company health and safety procedures.\n, • Supporting the wider team with day-to-day depot operations.\n\n About You \n We are looking for someone with a positive, can-do attitude who is physically fit, dependable and willing to learn. \n Previous experience would be beneficial, particularly in areas such as: \n\n • Timber and non-mechanical plant or equipment.\n, • Construction or civil engineering environments.\n, • Forklift operation or other machinery.\n, • Yard or warehouse operations.\n, • Installation work.\n\n A full driving licence is required, while a 7.5-tonne licence and/or counterbalance forklift licence would be an advantage. \n You should also be: \n\n • Comfortable following instructions while also using your own initiative.\n, • Flexible with start and finish times.\n, • Willing to work occasional weekends when required.\n, • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.\n, • Physically capable of manual handling.\n, • Keen to learn and develop your construction and equipment knowledge.\n\n What We Offer \n\n • £26,500 salary, depending on experience.\n, • Overtime opportunities.\n, • Private healthcare.\n, • Career progression opportunities.\n, • Management development opportunities.\n, • Training and full PPE provided.\n, • Good holiday allowance.\n, • Christmas shutdown.\n, • Staff social events.\n, • The opportunity to travel to installation sites across the UK.\n, • A relaxed but professional working environment.\n\n Why Join Us? \n This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in a practical, hands-on role within the construction and equipment sector. \n The depot is conveniently located near Wyboston, Bedfordshire, with easy access from the surrounding areas. The role could suit candidates based in or around Bedford, St Neots and the surrounding areas. \n \n Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days we’re sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck! \n 1st Choice Staff Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and acts as both an Employment Agency & Business.

About the role. Hit Apply below to send your application for consideration Ensure that your CV is up to date, and that you have read the job specs first. As part of the development of our Digital Services function, we are recruiting to strengthen internal digital capability within Cyber Security, Digital Operational Services, and Digital Corporate and Shared Services. These roles are central to building sustainable in-house expertise that supports the management, development and delivery of digital solutions across the transport network. The Senior Identity Manager is responsible for overseeing the delivery, governance, and continual improvement of Identity and Access Management (IAM) services across the organisation. The role ensures user and system identities are validated, authorised, and managed in line with security policies, regulatory requirements, and organisational objectives, ensuring the right people and systems have the right access to the right resources at the right time. The role also leads on service performance, supplier management, incident resolution, and the successful transition of systems into IAM governance frameworks, strengthening the organisation's security posture and contributing to a secure, high-performing, and user-focused digital environment. This is a hybrid role, requiring two days per week in the office, and can be based at any National Highways office location across the UK, with some travel to attend team meetings. Successful candidates will be required to hold or be willing to obtain SC clearance before starting employment. Five years' UK residency is normally required for the vetting process, although individual circumstances will be considered as part of the recruitment process. Manage suppliers of identity services to ensures services are delivered effectively, meet quality expectations, and provide value to users and stakeholders Maintain Identity processes and knowledge-based articles ensuring alignment with policy, change and business processes. Implement and enforce identity policies and standards to ensure that access is compliant and meets business expectations. Manage incidents and enquiries, providing resolution and advice to support the team in delivering the best service to the customer and supporting a high performing team culture Manage the delivery and transition of systems into Identity Assurance Governance and Privileged Access Management monitoring to ensure access to National Highways assets and systems are controlled, monitored and authorised. About you. Demonstrate experience of providing or managing service teams providing fulfilment and support. Experience in managing or providing maintenance of live technology services. Experience of supplier management, ideally a technology service provider, including performance reporting, action tracking and identification of remediation. Experience or knowledge of systems that provide or manage access controls. Knowledge of change management processes. Experience of providing or managing first and second-line support of operational services administration or use of support tools such as ServiceNow. About us. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. The Digital Services Directorate is helping to reshape the way National Highways operates by delivering digital, data, and technology services across all areas, from frontline to back office, in a modern and efficient manner. Our vision is to develop integrated information and technology that empowers our colleagues and provides real-time information to our customers, as well as integrating with intelligent vehicle and transport systems as they evolve, to enhance journey safety and reliability. External candidates will be offered a starting salary at the lower end of the pay scale, while current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. xrnqpay We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of our BlueBear Business Unit. To act as the primary authority and strategic leader for the Systems Engineering discipline. You will be responsible for defining the technical vision, governance, and methodologies used to design, integrate, and verify complex aerospace and defence solutions. The role ensures that all engineering activities align with Lifecycle Management (LCM) processes and meet the evolving needs of customers like the UK MoD and international partners. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Set the technical direction for the systems engineering department, promoting 'Systems Thinking' and agile methodologies to improve project execution and system architecting. Engineering Governance : Act as the focal point for Systems Engineering Governance, overseeing Lifecycle Management (LCM) activities including bids, design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR), and audits. Capability Development: Drive the continuous improvement of departmental capabilities, including the implementation of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and digital transformation initiatives. Technical Authority: Serve as the senior escalation point for complex technical issues, resolving architectural conflicts and ensuring the mitigation of emergent behaviours at a 'System of Systems' level. Departmental Management : Lead and mentor a team of Systems Engineers and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), managing resource allocation, recruitment, and succession planning. V&V Strategy: Oversee the creation and enactment of robust Verification, Validation, and Qualification (IVVQ) strategies to ensure solutions meet all safety, security, and performance requirements. Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain high-level relationships with internal IPT leads and external stakeholders (customers/suppliers) to elicit requirements and influence technical roadmaps. Process Standards: Ensure all activities adhere to industry standards (e.g., INCOSE, ISO 15288) and internal quality, safety, and airworthiness policies. Skills and Experience: Essential Skills: Leadership : Significant experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams (typically 10 staff) in a high-complexity defence or aerospace environment. Systems Expertise: Deep knowledge of the full systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements elicitation, architectural design, and complex systems integration. Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and act as a change agent for engineering excellence. Business Acumen: Experience managing engineering budgets, work package estimation, and identifying technical risks/opportunities within bids. Desirable Skills: Degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace, Mathematics, or a related scientific discipline (Masters or PhD preferred). Chartered Engineer (CEng) status and membership in professional bodies like INCOSE. Methodologies: Proven experience with MBSE tools and 'Design for Excellence' (DfX) concepts. Ability to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance to SC or DV level. Saab UK Company Benefits: 30 days annual leave Workplace pension scheme with 8% company contribution Private medical insurance Group income protection scheme Death in service insurance Up to 5% share matching scheme Company enhanced Maternity/Adoption & Paternity leave. Much more The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the company and the overall business objectives of the company. xrnqpay By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Verso Recruitment Group is seeking a lead hardware engineer to drive next-generation smart hardware at a design-led and fast-growing company in the UK. You will own digital, analogue, RF, and power electronics, and work closely with senior technical leaders. Responsibilities include schematic capture, PCB layout, prototyping, and ensuring EMC compliance. You will collaborate with production teams and create comprehensive documentation for internal and regulatory needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Quantity Surveyor / Estimator Salary - £55,000 to £70,000 Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire Full-time, permanent Up Front Recruitment is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor / Estimator for an established construction contractor. This role would suit someone with experience in fit-out, refurbishment or main contracting who enjoys both estimating and managing project costs. The company delivers refurbishment, fit-out and wider building works across education, healthcare, housing and commercial properties. Projects include internal improvements and conversions, alongside work to upgrade existing buildings. With established client relationships and repeat business, the company offers the Quantity Surveyor / Estimator a varied mix of projects within an experienced team. As Quantity Surveyor / Estimator, you'll have involvement in both winning work and managing its commercial delivery. It's a chance to follow projects beyond the tender stage and see how your pricing decisions translate on site. This Quantity Surveyor / Estimator position comes with a great benefits package and exposure to different types of building work, including refurbishment projects in occupied premises. The Quantity Surveyor / Estimator will support tender preparation and the commercial management of projects, working closely with the delivery team. • Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents., • Preparing estimates, take-offs and cost breakdowns., • Obtaining and comparing subcontractor and supplier quotations., • Supporting procurement and agreeing subcontract packages., • Preparing valuations and assessing variations., • Monitoring project costs and reporting against budgets., • Managing final accounts and identifying commercial risks. The role would suit someone with quantity surveying and estimating experience within construction. Fit-out and refurbishment experience would be particularly useful, especially where projects involve several trades and work within existing buildings. You'll need to understand drawings and specifications, produce accurate cost information and communicate clearly with clients, subcontractors and project teams. A practical understanding of how work is delivered on site will also help. If you're looking for a Quantity Surveyor / Estimator role with varied construction projects and involvement from tender through to completion. #J-18808-Ljbffr

This range is provided by Platform Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Direct message the job poster from Platform Recruitment Title: Project Manager Company: Special purpose machinery Location: Bedford Platform Recruitment has partnered with a leading manufacturer of special purpose machinery, renowned for innovation and excellence in engineering. They’re seeking a skilled and motivated Project Manager or Project Engineer to lead multiple projects throughout the full product lifecycle - from concept through to onsite commissioning. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious engineering professional to take ownership of complex and varied R&D projects within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: + Manage multiple engineering projects from start to finish + Lead and coordinate cross-functional project teams + Develop and maintain detailed project plans and timelines + Produce accurate and clear technical documentation + Monitor project progress, ensuring delivery against key milestones + Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders Key Requirements: + Prior experience in special purpose machinery or bespoke automation systems + CAD system experience + Background in mechanical, electrical, or mechatronics engineering + Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills + Demonstrable experience managing new product development (NPD) projects If you’re a skilled project manager with a passion for special purpose machinery, apply now with your updated CV! • Mid-Senior level, • Full-time, • Engineering, Design, and Manufacturing, • Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Machinery Manufacturing, and Automation Machinery Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Platform Recruitment by 2x Clapham, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Kempston, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago Turvey, England, United Kingdom 10 hours ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Bedford, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Senior Identity Manager role in Cyber Security, Digital Operational Services, and Digital Corporate and Shared Services. Responsibilities include overseeing IAM services, supplier management, incident resolution, and system transitions. The role is hybrid, with two days per week in the office across UK locations, and requires SC clearance. Candidates must have experience in managing service teams, supplier management, and access controls. National Highways focuses on safety, customer service, and delivery, with a commitment to diversity. As part of the development of our Digital Services function, we are recruiting to strengthen internal digital capability within Cyber Security, Digital Operational Services, and Digital Corporate and Shared Services. These roles are central to building sustainable in-house expertise that supports the management, development and delivery of digital solutions across the transport network. The Senior Identity Manager is responsible for overseeing the delivery, governance, and continual improvement of Identity and Access Management (IAM) services across the organisation. The role ensures user and system identities are validated, authorised, and managed in line with security policies, regulatory requirements, and organisational objectives, ensuring the right people and systems have the right access to the right resources at the right time. The role also leads on service performance, supplier management, incident resolution, and the successful transition of systems into IAM governance frameworks, strengthening the organisation's security posture and contributing to a secure, high-performing, and user-focused digital environment. This is a hybrid role, requiring two days per week in the office, and can be based at any National Highways office location across the UK, with some travel to attend team meetings. Successful candidates will be required to hold or be willing to obtain SC clearance before starting employment. Five years' UK residency is normally required for the vetting process, although individual circumstances will be considered as part of the recruitment process. • Manage suppliers of identity services to ensures services are delivered effectively, meet quality expectations, and provide value to users and stakeholders, • Maintain Identity processes and knowledge-based articles ensuring alignment with policy, change and business processes., • Implement and enforce identity policies and standards to ensure that access is compliant and meets business expectations., • Manage incidents and enquiries, providing resolution and advice to support the team in delivering the best service to the customer and supporting a high performing team culture, • Manage the delivery and transition of systems into Identity Assurance Governance and Privileged Access Management monitoring to ensure access to National Highways assets and systems are controlled, monitored and authorised., • Demonstrate experience of providing or managing service teams providing fulfilment and support., • Experience in managing or providing maintenance of live technology services., • Experience of supplier management, ideally a technology service provider, including performance reporting, action tracking and identification of remediation., • Experience or knowledge of systems that provide or manage access controls., • Knowledge of change management processes., • Experience of providing or managing first and second-line support of operational services administration or use of support tools such as ServiceNow. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. The Digital Services Directorate is helping to reshape the way National Highways operates by delivering digital, data, and technology services across all areas, from frontline to back office, in a modern and efficient manner. Our vision is to develop integrated information and technology that empowers our colleagues and provides real-time information to our customers, as well as integrating with intelligent vehicle and transport systems as they evolve, to enhance journey safety and reliability. External candidates will be offered a starting salary at the lower end of the pay scale, while current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Ready to make a real difference? Join us at the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) as our Commercial Manager. This is your chance to play a meaningful role in helping people across the UK build stronger financial futures and to do it as part of a supportive, energetic team. As Commercial Manager you will provide professional procurement and commercial support across MaPS Customer Directorate, helping teams to plan, source, manage and improve contracts in line with public sector policy, governance requirements and commercial best practice. You will be supporting colleagues with commissioning best‑class solutions that directly support the UK public, seeking innovative ways to maximize benefit to millions of people in need of Debt Advice, Money or Pensions Guidance. You will support a range of commercial activity, including sourcing, supplier engagement, contract and grant management, governance, negotiation and stakeholder management, with a focus on delivering value for money and wider organizational benefits. The post holder will work collaboratively with colleagues across commercial, finance, legal, policy, digital, operations and delivery teams to support effective procurement and contract outcomes. You will be an active and contributing member of the wider commercial team, sharing experience and knowledge to develop our functional delivery. • Use commercial knowledge and experience to identify suitable routes to market for a range of goods and services requirements, • Assess available sourcing options, articulate the benefits and risks of each approach, and recommend the most appropriate route to market, • Run compliant procurement and grant funding award procedures efficiently, transparently and at pace, • Complete commercial governance, approvals and documentation clearly and effectively, • Support commercial pipeline planning by identifying upcoming requirements, key milestones, dependencies and potential procurement risks, • Provide practical commercial advice to internal stakeholders on routes to market, procurement options, commercial risks and value for money considerations, • Provide commercial contract management support in line with agreed terms, governance processes and organisational requirements, • Support commercial negotiations, variations and change control activity to ensure agreements remain appropriate, affordable and commercially advantageous, • Support supplier performance management by monitoring delivery, addressing issues, reviewing service levels and identifying opportunities for improvement, • Review, develop and maintain commercial systems and documents, including digital pipeline and contract records, and documents such as specifications, statements of work, schedules, service levels and contracts, • Build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders throughout the commercial lifecycle Contribute to improvements in commercial tools, templates, processes and ways of working to support consistent and effective delivery • Relevant commercial, procurement or contract management experience is essential., • MCIPS, World Commerce & Contracting accreditation or equivalent professional development is desirable but not essential, • Solid public sector or regulated environment commercial experience. Including a good working knowledge of PCR2015 and PA23, • Good understanding of procurement routes, commercial governance and contract management principles, • Proven track record of working effectively with delivery teams, business managers and project stakeholders to achieve service objectives, • Strong experience of sourcing, negotiating, varying and managing contracts across a range of categories, • Ability to run compliant, pragmatic commercial activity at pace while managing risk effectively, • Experience of general grant funding competitions, grant management and the Government Grant Functional Standards desirable but not essential, • Sound judgement and confident decision-making, with the ability to solve problems pragmatically, • Clear and effective communicator, able to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels, • Collaborative team player who is self‑motivated, organised and able to work independently, • Analytical, with strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret commercial information, • Confident negotiator with sound commercial judgement and a focus on achieving value for money, • Able to build trusted relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is based in Bedford, in a recently renovated modern office. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to become an integral part of a dynamic organisation, working to help people across the UK. At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values – caring, connecting, and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We're not only looking for the best people to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves with our values: • Caring, • We care about our colleagues and the people whose lives we are here to transform., • Connecting, • We will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections., • Transforming, • We are committed to transforming lives and making a positive societal impact. By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds. We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity, and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to "bring their whole selves to work." Our colleague and ally networks encompass LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women's health, men's health, ethnicity, and diversity. • Pension scheme - contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary), • Interest‑free loan for season tickets for buses and trains, • Cycle to work Scheme, • Subsidised eye tests & flu jabs, • Give as you earn scheme, • Employee assistance programme (EAP), • Enhanced family and sick pay, • Paid volunteering (2 days a year), • Recognition Scheme, • Discounts portal to numerous retailers At MaPS, we take pride in our flexible approach to work. As standard, we work on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per month. Hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement and our headquarters in Bedford will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business needs, but personal and other relevant circumstances will also be considered. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working, including whether a hybrid working arrangement is suitable for you, will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post. In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil Service Commissioner recruitment principles, which means that you will be required to participate in a full, open, and fair process. If you are successful at interview, we operate a reserve list where your details will be held for up to 6 months. Should a vacancy come available in that time with the same essential criteria, reserve list candidates will be offered that position with no further assessment required. The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the Money and Pensions Service via email: . If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website. Deadline - 26/09/2026 We follow fair, open, and merit-based recruitment in line with the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. This role is part of our BlueBear Business Unit. To act as the primary authority and strategic leader for the Systems Engineering discipline. You will be responsible for defining the technical vision, governance, and methodologies used to design, integrate, and verify complex aerospace and defence solutions. The role ensures that all engineering activities align with Lifecycle Management (LCM) processes and meet the evolving needs of customers like the UK MoD and international partners. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the company and the overall business objectives of the company. • Strategic Leadership: Set the technical direction for the systems engineering department, promoting "Systems Thinking" and agile methodologies to improve project execution and system architecting., • Engineering Governance: Act as the focal point for Systems Engineering Governance, overseeing Lifecycle Management (LCM) activities including bids, design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR), and audits., • Capability Development: Drive the continuous improvement of departmental capabilities, including the implementation of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and digital transformation initiatives., • Technical Authority: Serve as the senior escalation point for complex technical issues, resolving architectural conflicts and ensuring the mitigation of emergent behaviours at a "System of Systems" level., • Departmental Management: Lead and mentor a team of Systems Engineers and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), managing resource allocation, recruitment, and succession planning., • V&V Strategy: Oversee the creation and enactment of robust Verification, Validation, and Qualification (IVVQ) strategies to ensure solutions meet all safety, security, and performance requirements., • Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain high-level relationships with internal IPT leads and external stakeholders (customers/suppliers) to elicit requirements and influence technical roadmaps., • Process Standards: Ensure all activities adhere to industry standards (e.g., INCOSE, ISO 15288) and internal quality, safety, and airworthiness policies., • Leadership: Significant experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams (typically 10+ staff) in a high-complexity defence or aerospace environment., • Systems Expertise: Deep knowledge of the full systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements elicitation, architectural design, and complex systems integration., • Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and act as a change agent for engineering excellence., • Business Acumen: Experience managing engineering budgets, work package estimation, and identifying technical risks/opportunities within bids., • Degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace, Mathematics, or a related scientific discipline (Masters or PhD preferred)., • Chartered Engineer (CEng) status and membership in professional bodies like INCOSE., • Proven experience with MBSE tools and "Design for Excellence" (DfX) concepts., • Ability to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance to SC or DV level., • 30 days annual leave, • Workplace pension scheme with 8% company contribution, • Private medical insurance, • Group income protection scheme, • Death in service insurance, • Up to 5% share matching scheme, • Company enhanced Maternity/Adoption & Paternity leave., • + Much more The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview. At Saab, we constantly look ahead and push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge – to make the world a safer place. Saab is a global defense and security company operating in the fields of air, land and naval defense, civil security and commercial aeronautics. We number approximately 26,100 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and one-fifth of our earnings are spent on research and development. Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr

What does it take to make complex EW and Future Combat Air systems react in real time, under extreme conditions? At Leonardo, it's the FPGA logic at the heart of those systems that makes the difference. As an FPGA Design Engineer working on our EW and FCA programmes, you'll help develop the programmable logic that enables high-speed sensing, signal processing and decision-making in mission-critical environments. Based primarily in Luton, this role combines real programme delivery with access to a structured FPGA Academy, allowing capable engineers to deepen and accelerate their FPGA expertise while contributing to live EW and combat-air systems. Hybrid working is supported, with on-site presence flexing to meet programme needs. • Design, develop and verify FPGA logic for advanced electronic warfare and combat-air systems., • Work on modern FPGA platforms supporting: High-speed data movement and sensor interfaces., • Deterministic, low-latency processing chains., • Embedded processing using SoC devices and soft-core processors. Support the delivery of FPGA solutions enabling advanced signal processing, control and real-time data handling. Translate system-level requirements into robust FPGA architectures and implementations. Implement, simulate and verify designs using structured FPGA development and verification methodologies. Support integration, bring-up and debug of FPGA designs within complex hardware platforms in advanced electronics laboratories. Collaborate closely with hardware, systems and software teams to deliver fully integrated EW and FCA system solutions. Participate in design and technical reviews, and where required, support activity across UK sites or customer locations. Alongside project delivery, you'll be supported by a structured FPGA Academy, with training modules aligned to both your existing background and the needs of the EW and FCA programmes you're supporting. This is a role where progression comes through technical depth and delivery, not job titles alone. Initially, you'll focus on building confidence developing and verifying FPGA designs while contributing meaningfully to EW and FCA programmes. As experience grows, you'll take ownership of larger FPGA features or processing chains, influencing architectural and implementation decisions. With proven delivery and judgement, progression leads naturally to Senior and Principal FPGA roles, where you shape FPGA strategy, mentor others and influence system-level solutions. Growth is driven by technical authority, problem-solving and trust earned through programme delivery. • HNC/HND or degree-level knowledge in a relevant discipline (e.g. Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or similar), or equivalent practical experience., • Experience working within a structured engineering development lifecycle., • Exposure to digital systems, programmable logic, or hardware-proximate development., • Awareness of high-speed interfaces and digital design concepts (e.g. Ethernet, PCIe, JESD, LVDS)., • Hands-on experience supporting system-level debug and test, using appropriate electronics tools., • Prior FPGA or HDL development experience., • Experience with embedded processing, SoC-based designs or real-time systems., • Background in defence, aerospace or other high-reliability industries, where performance and robustness are critical. Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Leonardo offers an additional allowances for some roles - for more information please contact. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. • Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year., • Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution., • Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity)., • Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme., • Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning., • Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme., • Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more., • Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr

• Business Segment: Universal Destinations & Experiences HQ NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. For UniversalUnited Kingdom Resort (UUKR), the Site Planning Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring that all construction activities across the Universal United Kingdom (UUK) Entertainment Resort Complex (ERC) are carried out in full compliance with approved planning permissions, statutory obligations, and associated planning conditions. This role is a fully site-based position, embedded within the live construction environment, providing daily oversight of contractor activities to ensure adherence to planning requirements including Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), habitat protection and enhancement measures, flood mitigation conditions, working hour restrictions, and all applicable Special Development Order (SDO) conditions. Acting on behalf of the client, the Site Planning Compliance Manager works proactively with contractors, consultants, and internal teams to interpret planning requirements in a practical construction context, identify areas of non-compliance, and implement corrective actions. The role also supports the preparation, coordination, and submission of planning compliance documentation and plays a key role in facilitating site visits and engagement with governmental and regulatory bodies. The Site Planning Compliance Manager is responsible for fostering a culture of compliance across site teams, ensuring that planning obligations are clearly understood, effectively communicated, and consistently implemented throughout all phases of construction. • Act as the primary on-site representative for planning compliance, working closely with contractors, site managers, and subcontractors to ensure clear understanding and consistent application of planning requirements within day-to-day construction activities., • Monitor and enforce site-wide compliance with planning permissions, planning conditions, and approved documentation including CEMPs, method statements, environmental management plans, and SDO requirements. Undertake daily site inspections to verify that all contractor activities align with approved submissions., • Identify, manage, and resolve non-compliance issues, working collaboratively with contractors to implement corrective actions. Provide practical, construction-informed guidance to support compliance, including development of revised methodologies, mitigation measures, and improved site practices., • Support the development and submission of planning documentation, including reviewing contractor submissions, contributing construction-based insight, and ensuring proposed approaches are realistic, compliant, and deliverable on site., • Lead engagement and coordination for external stakeholder interactions, including site visits from governmental bodies (e.g. MHCLG), planning authorities, and regulatory stakeholders., • Ensure site readiness and accurate representation of compliance status., • Drive awareness and education of planning requirements across the workforce, including participation in workshops, toolbox talks, and site briefings. Develop and share practical tools, guidance, and communications to embed compliance within site culture, • Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established Universal policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities., • Willing to be onsite 5 days a week., • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Construction Management, Environmental Management, Planning, Engineering, or a related field is preferred., • Significant experience in construction site-based roles with strong understanding of live construction environments and contractor operations., • Proven experience in planning compliance, planning conditions, or environmental management within major construction or infrastructure projects., • Strong working knowledge of planning permissions, CEMPs, environmental constraints, and regulatory compliance requirements., • Ability to interpret planning and environmental requirements and translate them into practical, buildable site solutions., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels from site operatives to senior stakeholders., • Strong observational and problem-solving skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset., • Experience delivering or contributing to site training, workshops, or toolbox talks is desirable., • Microsoft (MS) Excel, Word, Planner, Power BI, Teams, Power Apps., • Experience with document management systems and PDF tools (e.g., Bluebeam) preferred., • Experience with Wrike or similar tools is a plus. As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to . #J-18808-Ljbffr

As part of the development of our Digital Services function, we are recruiting to strengthen internal digital capability within Cyber Security, Digital Operational Services, and Digital Corporate and Shared Services. These roles are central to building sustainable in-house expertise that supports the management, development and delivery of digital solutions across the transport network. As Lead SOC Manager you will be responsible for leading and managing all activities within the Security Operations Centre (SOC), including security incident response across SOC and National Highways. You will bring together people, processes, and technology within the SOC to deliver operational excellence, while providing leadership and direction to Security Analysts. You will guide and set direction for the escalation and resolution of IT, OT, personnel, and physical security incidents. Coordinate and align SOC efforts to protect National Highways' personnel, critical assets, and sensitive information. This is a hybrid role, requiring two days per week in the office, and can be based at any National Highways office location across the UK, with some travel to attend team meetings. Successful candidates will be required to hold or be willing to obtain SC clearance before starting employment. Five years' UK residency is normally required for the vetting process, although individual circumstances will be considered as part of the recruitment process. • Set the overall direction for the SOC, aligning its priorities with organisational objectives and government security standards. Represent the SOC in leadership forums and serve as the primary liaison with senior management, governance, assurance, and key stakeholders., • Lead the operational day to day delivery of the hybrid SOC delivery model. Manage and lead the delivery of SOC services, providing tactical leadership and oversight for security monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and threat intelligence., • Be a technical security Subject Mater Expert (SME)., • Oversee the detection, analysis, and resolution of security incidents and breaches. Act as the escalation point for major incidents, leading investigations and coordinating response and mitigation efforts., • Drive security assessments, including penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and risk evaluations, to identify and address weaknesses within National Highways' infrastructure and applications. Champion continuous improvement and enhancements to incident remediation processes and provide clear actionable recommendations to senior management to strengthen the organisation's security posture., • Provide direction, guidance, and mentorship to Security Analysts. Foster collaborative culture that promotes knowledge sharing across Security Operations, GRC, third-party service providers, and Legal., • Proven experience managing diverse teams, including permanent staff, contractors, and third-party suppliers., • Advanced experience in managing complex, high-impact security incidents and investigations and in leading incident response lifecycle activities through to post-incident reviews., • Strong technical expertise and proficiency in enterprise SOC tooling including SIEM, SOAR, EDR, IDS/IPS, with experience in the integration across IT and OT estates, people and physical security. Deep knowledge of threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management, with a foundation in security frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and Cyber Kill Chain., • Strong operational capability, with the ability to lead SOC service delivery and coordinate security incident response across IT, OT, people and physical security. Deep knowledge of computer networking principles and security architectures for both IT and Operational Technology environments., • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to report the security posture to executives and government bodies. Confidence acting as liaison between SOC and other departments, e.g. Digital Services, Fraud teams, People and Physical security). Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. The Digital Services Directorate is helping to reshape the way National Highways operates by delivering digital, data, and technology services across all areas, from frontline to back office, in a modern and efficient manner. Our vision is to develop integrated information and technology that empowers our colleagues and provides real-time information to our customers, as well as integrating with intelligent vehicle and transport systems as they evolve, to enhance journey safety and reliability. External candidates will be offered a starting salary at the lower end of the pay scale, while current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr

UTAC is a market-leading international group in digital & sustainable mobility, customisable testing solutions, customisable testing systems, vehicle engineering, homologation, regulatory advice & expertise, certification, training, corporate events and classic & sportscars festivals. The Group provides services and systems to customers in the various sectors: mobility, transport, tyre, petrochemical, agriculture and defence industries. UTAC operates test centres and laboratories in France (including the official Euro NCAP facility), the UK, USA, Finland, Morocco, and Germany; it has subsidiaries in China, Korea and Japan. UTAC employs around 1300 people across its various locations. As a group we share a strong and clear vision to deliver safe and efficient solutions and systems to our customers. We are proud and confident in our heritage, our capabilities and our people and believe that by creating a culture where individuals feel they can make a difference and enjoy coming to work, we can deliver the best possible service to our customers. Our core values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity provide a clear daily guide to how we work together safely, as one team, helping each other to succeed. Our undergraduate placements, lasting 54 weeks, are an exciting opportunity to put your academic knowledge into practice on real‑life, commercial projects, providing you with the opportunity to work alongside our world‑class engineers and technicians in one of our operational departments. You’ll also interface with a range of Customers to experience how UTAC’s capabilities helps to solve some of their biggest challenges: Purpose UTAC is seeking a dynamic and commercially focused Head of Finance to lead its UK finance operations. Based at our Millbrook site, this role is critical in partnering with the UK Country Head to drive strategic decision‑making, ensure financial accuracy, and manage key internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical accounting expertise with a proactive, business‑oriented mindset. The head of finance will be responsible for the management and development of the UK Finance Team (team of 6). Responsibilities • Business Partnering & Strategic Support., • Act as a (strategic) advisor to the UK Country Head and senior leadership team., • Provide financial insights and analysis to support business decisions and growth initiatives., • Collaborate across departments to align financial goals with operational performance and copilot the delivery of expected results., • Defining and implementing change in processes across the business to drive efficiency., • Support the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes with a focus on precision and relevance., • Develop and maintain financial models to support scenario planning and performance tracking., • Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results and forecasts. Accounting & Compliance • Oversee all UK accounting operations, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and UTAC group policies., • Manage month‑end and year‑end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness., • Maintain strong internal controls and drive process improvements., • Ongoing Balance Sheet control and review., • In charge of consolidated accounts for Millbrook entities and statutory accounts for UK entities. Audit & External Relations • Manage relationships with external auditors and ensure successful audit outcomes., • Push back constructively when necessary to safeguard UTAC’s financial integrity and interests., • Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Systems & Tools • Utilise Oracle ERP systems to enhance reporting, data accuracy, and financial efficiency., • Champion automation and digitalisation of finance processes where improvements are appropriate. Stakeholder Management • Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, including group finance, operations, and HR., • Represent UK finance in global forums and contribute to group‑wide initiatives., • Act in accordance with the behaviours for UTAC staff at all times. ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with a strong technical accounting foundation. Experience • Experience managing external audits and dealing with auditors., • Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role, ideally within a mid‑sized or multinational organisation., • Proficiency in Oracle or similar ERP systems. Skills • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills., • Strong understanding of financial planning, analysis, and reporting. Personal Behaviours • Demonstrated success in business partnering and influencing senior stakeholders., • Builds effective working relationships across departments. Other • Flexibility to travel as and when required, • Full UK driving licence, • Willing to undergo a Criminal Disclosure check For you, as a potential UTAC team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best. By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development, as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise. Our reward and benefit programmes are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work. In the UK this includes; • Life Cover, • Access to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward scheme, • Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity., • Contributorypension schemes, • Attractivefamily friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working., • Access to a variety of employee assistance support services. Learn more about UTAC and what and how we do what we do at www.utac.com Candidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Note to Recruitment Agencies: UTAC do not accept speculative applications from agencies for our open positions and any submissions made will not be accepted and no fees will be accepted or paid in respect of speculative CVs received. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Tetra Tech is looking for a Project Coordination Manager to join our highly respected laboratory team in Bedford. This permanent, full-time role sits within the laboratory management team and is central to ensuring client projects are delivered accurately, efficiently and in line with agreed requirements. Working from purpose-built laboratory facilities with a strong reputation across water, utilities, agrochemicals, defence, food, feed and forage crop analysis, you will manage the overall customer experience and lead a team of Project Coordinators. You will oversee contract delivery, client communication, subcontracted work, reporting, invoicing processes, courier coordination and internal communication with laboratory teams. In the short term, you will provide structure, consistency and clear leadership to the sample and project coordination function, ensuring work is scheduled effectively and client updates are timely and accurate. As you develop in the role, you will help improve team performance, strengthen customer experience and support smoother delivery across a growing laboratory environment. Longer term, this position offers the opportunity to influence process improvement, build management capability and contribute to the continued growth of Tetra Tech’s laboratory services. • Manage, support and develop a team of Project Coordinators, including performance, absence, schedules, workload priorities and KPI reporting., • Ensure clients receive a professional, responsive service, with clear communication, accurate updates and swift resolution of queries., • Oversee laboratory project delivery, manage actions to completion and ensure effective change control across client work., • Monitor subcontracted work, courier activity, reporting and invoicing processes, with desirable experience identifying chargeable activity or supporting prospective client needs., • Work confidently with large datasets in Excel and database formats, maintaining accuracy, attention to detail and effective records. You will bring extensive experience in laboratory, scientific or technical project management, with a strong track record of meeting client requirements in a fast-paced environment. Experience leading teams, making sound decisions under pressure and working both independently and collaboratively is essential. Previous experience in a laboratory setting and use of LIMS software would be advantageous. Experience managing a support desk or small team, prioritising team workloads and supporting continuous improvement would also be desirable. This role is based at Tetra Tech’s Bedford laboratory and follows a fixed working pattern of 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday, supporting effective communication with clients and internal teams during core working hours. In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role. #J-18808-Ljbffr

UTAC is a market-leading international group in digital & sustainable mobility, customisable testing solutions, customisable testing systems, vehicle engineering, homologation, regulatory advice & expertise, certification, training, corporate events and classic & sportscars festivals. The Group provides services and systems to customers in the various sectors: mobility, transport, tyre, petrochemical, agriculture and defence industries. UTAC operates test centres and laboratories in France (including the official Euro NCAP facility), the UK, USA, Finland, Morocco, and Germany; it has subsidiaries in China, Korea and Japan. UTAC employs around 1300 people across its various locations. As a group we share a strong and clear vision to deliver safe and efficient solutions and systems to our customers. We are proud and confident in our heritage, our capabilities and our people and believe that by creating a culture where individuals feel they can make a difference and enjoy coming to work, we can deliver the best possible service to our customers. Our core values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity provide a clear daily guide to how we work together safely, as one team, helping each other to succeed. A member of the UTAC Special Vehicles UK Team, this role should provide Project Management and project management support to UTAC Special Vehicles. We are a project orientated business and see a large number of various project types. Project types can vary from in service support of vehicle fleets through to managing a ground up vehicle development/conversion project. The role will primarily involve the support of a vehicle fleet in service and for ad hoc engineering activities and programmes associated with it. In addition, support will be required for smaller projects. Roles and Responsibilities • Project Manage a range of project types including vehicle maintenance and repair, vehicle conversion and enhancement, system integration, vehicle test verification and validation, • Cost control to include managing budgets, actual spend and forecasted cash-flow, tracking targets, P&L accounts for board review, invoicing status and margins, • You will need a detailed knowledge of the vehicle design and development and vehicle assembly New Product Introduction processes, • A working knowledge of vehicle technical, legislative and certification requirements, • Scheduling, primarily using MSP to track progress, monitor performance with KPI’s, highlight delays and plan on how to mitigate them, ie: Action list management and performance tracking, • Bill of materials management, engaging with engineering team to ensure timely critical design releases and Engineering Timing and Release Schedule (ETRS) methodology, • Managing contract deliverables and Contract Amendments, • Managing Concessions and Design Change Requests, • Managing Subcontracts and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), • Projects Status Reporting to the Managing Director of Special Vehicles, the Finance department and to the Client, • Chair of meetings, minute taking and report writing, • Manage or support bid preparation, • Managing resources, both internal and external, in conjunction with the leadership in Special Vehicles, • Managing quality and ensuring processes and procedures adhere to ISO accreditations, striving for best practice at all times., • Able to develop and improve a strong supply chain through audit support and participation, • A knowledge of manufacturing processes and methodologies, • A require knowledge of inventory and stock control management process, • Procurement of project material and interacting with the Purchasing Department. Tracking and approving expenditure, • Managing stakeholder relationships and provide updates, • Continually seek ways to improve the business and align your colleagues to this activity, • Coach, share knowledge and train internal and external personnel, • Be responsible for maintaining a working environment in accordance to health and safety standards., • Focus on continuous improvement - working with the engineering and production leadership teams to improve efficiency/quality during build., • Act in accordance with the code of conduct for UTAC group staff at all times. Core competencies: • Good Level of understanding of the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint), • Knowledge of PDM systems & processes would be advantageous, • Technical minute taking, • Good understanding of Quality Control management processes, • Familiarity of working in an ISO 90001 environment, • Good understanding of Safety & Environmental management processes, • Willing to undergo a Criminal Disclosure check, • SC clearance or ability to achieve this if not already held (UK national with residency in the UK for the last 5 years), • Full UK driving license, • Recognised project management qualification or certification - APMP, PRINCE 2 Personal Behaviours: • Desire to provide excellent service and produce best in class results., • A cradle to grave mentality for ownership of actions, • Ability to work under pressure., • Problem solving mentality, an agent for change, establishing, driving and embracing industry best practice., • Pragmatic, ability to work proactively within a team and provide self-starting leadership when the opportunity presents, • Confident and robust For you, as a potential UTAC SV team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best. By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development, as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise. Our reward and benefit programmes are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work. In the UK this includes; • Life Cover, • Access to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward scheme, • Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity., • Contributorypension schemes, • Attractivefamily friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working., • Access to a variety of employee assistance support services. Learn more about UTAC and what and how we do what we do at www.utac.com Candidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Note to Recruitment Agencies: UTAC do not accept speculative applications from agencies for our open positions and any submissions made will not be accepted and no fees will be accepted or paid in respect of speculative CVs received. #J-18808-Ljbffr

UTAC is a leading automotive and defence engineering, test and certification provider with a global footprint. UTAC is a market-leading international group in digital & sustainable mobility, customisable testing solutions, customisable testing systems, vehicle engineering, homologation, regulatory advice & expertise, certification, training, corporate events and classic & sportscars festivals. The Group provides services and systems to customers in the various sectors: mobility, transport, tyre, petrochemical, agriculture and defence industries. UTAC operates test centres and laboratories in France (including the official Euro NCAP facility), the UK, USA, Finland, Morocco, and Germany; it has subsidiaries in China, Korea and Japan. UTAC employs around 1300 people across its various locations. As a group we share a strong and clear vision to deliver safe and efficient solutions and systems to our customers. We are proud and confident in our heritage, our capabilities and our people and believe that by creating a culture where individuals feel they can make a difference and enjoy coming to work, we can deliver the best possible service to our customers. Our core values ofExpertise, InnovationandIntegrityprovide a clear daily guide to how we work together safely, as one team, helping each other to succeed. The Procurement Lead will be the responsible party managing a diverse range of procurement categories, from low-value operational purchases to multi-million-pound CapEx investments. This role is hands‑on and will support both strategic and operational procurement activities — ensuring best value, compliance, and efficiency across the supply base. The position will champion two primary objectives: • Annualised savings achievement, through strong commercial negotiation and category management., • Supply chain consolidation and rationalisation, to improve quality, reduce cost base, and enhance resilience. This role is well‑suited to someone who shows initiative, numerical strength, and a desire to contribute significant business value. Roles and responsibilities • Lead the sourcing, negotiation, and management of indirect procurement categories across multiple UK and international stakeholders., • Support and oversee CapEx procurement aligned with engineering and project requirements., • Deliver measurable annualised cost savings targets and support supplier base optimisation., • Drive supplier consolidation strategies to enhance quality, reduce complexity, and improve buying efficiency. · Administer Purchase Orders, supplier onboarding, and data accuracy within ERP systems., • Generate monthly procurement performance and spend reports; analyse data to identify opportunities., • Manage supplier contract administration and compliance with internal governance standards., • Proactively engage with internal project, engineering, operations, finance, and leadership teams., • Maintain a strong focus on continuous improvement and support global procurement transformation initiatives., • Foster a culture of accountability and high personal performance in alignment with company values., • Support a wide variety of company initiatives and programmes to completion. Person Specification Skils & Experience • Procurement or supply chain experience within a manufacturing, engineering, or regulated environment., • Demonstrated negotiation skills and commercial awareness., • Strong numeracy and analytical capability., • Able to manage multiple simultaneous priorities with high levels of ownership., • Ability to influence stakeholders and drive change., • Experience in automotive, aerospace, defense, or industrial testing sectors., • Familiarity with Oracle and/or Sage ERP platforms., • Experience supporting CapEx procurement., • CIPS qualification (or progression toward it) Personal Behaviours • Self‑motivated and proactive — thrives in an environment of change., • Confident communicator able to motivate and challenge the status quo., • Detail‑oriented, structured, and committed to accuracy., • Strong relationship builder with a collaborative approach., • Enjoys taking accountability for measurable outcomes., • Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or relevant discipline preferred., • Equivalent professional experience also valued. Other • Flexibility to travel as and when required, • Full UK driving license, • Willing to undergo a Criminal Records Bureau check For you, as a potential UTAC team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best. By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development, as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise. Our reward and benefit programmes are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work. In the UK this includes; • Life Cover, • Access to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward scheme, • Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity., • Contributory pension schemes, • Attractive family friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working., • Access to a variety of employee assistance support services. Learn more about UTAC and what and how we do what we do at www.utac.com Candidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Note to Recruitment Agencies: UTAC do not accept speculative applications from agencies for our open positions and any submissions made will not be accepted and no fees will be accepted or paid in respect of speculative CVs received. #J-18808-Ljbffr

New Opportunity - Field Service Engineer Are you a qualified Refrigeration Engineer looking for a field-based role with no weekend or on-call work? A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Field Service Engineer (Refrigeration) to join a Nottingham-based specialist manufacturer, covering customers across Northampton, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire and surrounding areas . This is a varied field-based role where you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing specialist refrigeration and other equipment at customer sites across the UK. The role will primarily involve refrigeration PPMs , alongside planned maintenance and repair work across a wider range of specialist equipment. The company is open to newly qualified Refrigeration Engineers who have the right qualifications and attitude, with full product training provided. The ideal candidate will be located in the East of England in either Northampton, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire ort surrounding areas to cover the territory. Key Responsibilities: Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on refrigeration and cold room equipment Service, maintain and repair specialist refrigeration equipment Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults Carry out PPM and repair work across a wider range of specialist equipment Attend customer sites across the East of England and surrounding regions Complete service reports and job documentation accurately using digital reporting systems Build and maintain strong relationships with customers Provide a professional and customer-focused service at all times Work independently when attending customer sites Work alongside colleagues on larger installation, service and repair projects where required Participate in internal and external training to develop product knowledge Follow all health, safety and company procedures Requirements: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning , or equivalent Valid F-Gas certification Full UK Driving Licence Good understanding of refrigeration systems and fault finding Electrical knowledge or an electrical qualification Strong problem-solving skills Good communication and customer service skills Ability to work independently and manage your own workload Willingness to travel extensively across customer sites Happy to stay away from home when required Able to obtain a DBS check Newly qualified Refrigeration Engineers are encouraged to apply. Full training will be provided on the company's specialist equipment. About this position: Salary: From £40,000 DOE Salary review/increase following successful completion of probation, subject to performance Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 4:30pm Friday: 7:30am - 12:30pm No weekend or on-call shifts Field-based position covering Northampton, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire and surrounding areas Regular overnight stays may be required Company van and fuel card Tools, uniform, mobile phone and tablet provided Hotel accommodation provided when required Ongoing training and career development 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, with an additional day per year up to a maximum of 5 additional days Company pension scheme How to Apply Are you a qualified Refrigeration Engineer looking for a varied field-based role with a Monday to Friday working pattern and no weekend or on-call work ? Apply today! To apply you can follow the appropriate links or contact Recruit 2 You directly on 01773 252222 , who are acting as an employment agency for this hire. At Recruit 2 You Ltd your right to privacy is important to us. By applying for this job, your information will be entered into our recruitment system. This will enable you to register for job alerts, apply for jobs and for us to help you find your next role. To read our full privacy policy please visit our website here. TPBN1_UKTJ

Our client is an established pump rental solutions business supporting customers across the water, construction, infrastructure and environmental sectors. An opportunity has become available for a Hire Manager to join its Bedford branch, taking responsibility for the day-to-day hire desk operation, coordinating equipment availability, customer requirements and transport scheduling. This position would suit someone with experience in plant or equipment hire who understands the demands of a busy rental operation and has previous experience supervising and supporting a team. Key Duties & Responsibilities Manage the daily hire desk operation, overseeing customer enquiries, quotations, contracts and hire extensions. Lead, supervise and support the hire desk team, ensuring workloads are managed and customer requirements are met. Coordinate transport schedules, arranging equipment deliveries and collections to meet customer requirements. Monitor equipment availability, stock records and asset utilisation to support efficient hire operations. Review equipment on re-hire and identify opportunities to replace externally hired equipment with available company assets. Negotiate hire rates with customers, maintaining commercial awareness and supporting branch revenue targets. Ensure hire contracts, customer records and associated documentation are completed accurately. Work closely with workshop, transport, sales and operational teams to resolve equipment and scheduling issues. Support team performance, training and development while maintaining high standards of customer service. Promote safe working practices and ensure compliance with company health and safety procedures. Skills & Experience Required Previous experience working within a plant or equipment hire. Experience supervising or managing a busy hire desk operation. Good understanding of hire processes, including quotations, contracts, equipment availability and off-hire arrangements. Experience coordinating transport, deliveries and collections within a rental or operational environment. Confident using hire management systems, rental software and Microsoft Office applications. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and respond to changing customer requirements. Experience supporting, coaching and supervising colleagues within a busy operational team. Commercial awareness, including experience negotiating hire rates and maintaining customer relationships. Good communication and problem-solving skills when dealing with customers, suppliers and internal teams. Ability to work independently, make operational decisions and maintain accurate records. Desirable Experience Knowledge of construction, water utilities, infrastructure or industrial customers. Experience monitoring equipment utilisation, branch performance and hire profitability. Previous experience within pump hire or specialist pumping equipment. What The Role Offers Responsibility for managing an established branch hire operation and supporting its commercial performance. A varied role combining team supervision, customer service, logistics and equipment management. The opportunity to work with specialist pumping equipment supporting essential infrastructure and environmental projects. Access to training and development within a nationwide specialist equipment rental business. A comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare, pension contributions and additional holiday options. Summary: Location: Bedford Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 Bonus: Company bonus scheme, with annual and quarterly payments Duration: Permanent Benefits Include: Private Medical Insurance Medical cash plan, including dental and optical reimbursements Access to a 24-hour online GP service Pension contributions based on total earnings Life assurance at three times annual salary Employee discounts and gym membership offers Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme Training and development support This opportunity would suit an experienced Hire Desk Supervisor, Senior Hire Controller or Hire Manager who enjoys coordinating a busy rental operation, supporting a team and ensuring customers receive the equipment and service they need. Apply today or contact the Kiota Recruitment team for more information. TPBN1_UKTJ

Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer (Manufacturing) Full software training provided on Solid Edge £28,000 - £32,000 + Progression + Full Training + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Discretionary Company Bonus + Free On-Site Parking Bedford Are you a recent Graduate from an engineering discipline who is looking for an exciting opportunity to join a growing company that can offer extensive training in a new sector? The company are a growing manufacturer and supplier of industrial converting machinery. Examples of some of the equipment they manufacture include; automatic winders, spoolers and trim winders. The successful candidate will be assisting in the design and product development of rotating machinery and a range of winders. On a day-to-day basis, you will be creating 3D models and detailed drawings using Solid Edge The role would suit a recent graduate who has experience with 3D modelling who is looking to join a company that can offer full training on Solid Edge software. The Role: • Create 3D models using Solid Edge, • Contribute to the development of new machine concepts, • Learn to produce mechanical design for the converting industry, • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure project delivery, • Monday - Friday (08:00 - 16:30) The Person: • Graduate in Engineering Principles, • Experience in 3D Modelling If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Keywords: Graduate, Spooling, Winders, Converting Machinery, Mechanical Design, 3D Modelling, Monday to Friday, Solid Edge, Solid Works, Autodesk, Inventor, Industrial Machinery. Job Reference: BBBH27668a We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset. 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 on our website.

Senior Electronics Hardware Design Engineer Office-Based Bedford Are you an experienced electronics hardware design engineer, looking for your next role? Our expanding client designs and manufacture premium residential and workplace EV charging products. They are looking for an experienced Senior Electronics Hardware Engineer to join their Product and Technology team to support the design, development, validation and continuous improvement of the electronics used within their charging products. The Role: You will be responsible for the hardware design and development of PCBs and associated electronic systems. This is a hands-on hardware engineering role covering the full development lifecycle, including circuit design, schematic capture, PCB development, component selection, prototype bring-up, testing, validation, EMC, compliance and production support. You will work closely with firmware, software, mechanical, production and quality teams to develop robust, reliable and manufacturable EV charging hardware. More Detail: Design and develop electronic circuits for EV charging products. Create and maintain schematics, PCB designs and associated engineering documentation. Support PCB layout and design reviews. Select and evaluate components considering performance, reliability, cost and availability. Carry out prototype PCB bring-up, debugging and fault finding. Develop and execute hardware test and validation plans. Perform analogue and digital circuit testing using appropriate laboratory equipment. Design for EMC and support pre-compliance and formal EMC testing. Support electrical safety, regulatory and product certification activities. Investigate hardware failures and carry out structured root-cause analysis. Support Engineering Changes and continuous product improvement. Work closely with firmware and software engineers during integration and debugging. Support internal and external manufacturing with PCB and electronics-related issues. Improve production test methods, fixtures and diagnostic capability. Support component obsolescence, alternative component qualification and supply-chain issues. Ensure design, test and validation documentation is clear, controlled and maintained. Experience Required: Degree or equivalent experience in Electronics, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. Strong industry experience in electronic hardware design and development. Proven analogue and digital circuit design experience. Strong schematic capture and PCB design/review capability. Experience with Altium Designer at expert level. Experience of PCB bring-up, debugging and fault finding. Practical experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, electronic loads and other laboratory equipment. Good understanding of EMC design principles and practical EMC troubleshooting. Experience of hardware verification and validation. Experience with relevant electrical safety, EMC and product compliance standards. Experience with microcontroller-based products, including STMicroelectronics, Espressif or Atmel/Microchip devices. Experience of RF communications, antenna integration and RF/EMC troubleshooting. Ability to investigate complex hardware issues using a structured engineering approach. Good understanding of component selection and design for manufacture. Experience developing mains-powered electronic products. Nice to have experience: Experience of EV charger / EVSE hardware design and development. Knowledge of EV charging industry standards and regulatory requirements. Experience supporting electronics manufacturing and production test. Knowledge of design-for-manufacture and design-for-test principles. Experience working with contract electronics manufacturers and PCB assembly suppliers. This long term permanent role is offering a basic salary of £60,000 - £65,000 plus benefits. If you have the proven electronics hardware engineering experience our client is looking for then APPLY NOW, in complete confidence. Advancing People - The Recruitment Specialist Advancing People Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer and acts as both an Employment Business and Employment Agency. TPBN1_UKTJ

£100,000 per annum Bedford Permanent Hybrid Working Play a pivotal role in ensuring millions of pounds of investment deliver life-changing debt advice. Lead strategic partnerships, drive service excellence, and help improve outcomes for people facing financial difficulty. In this role, you will lead and oversee the strategic delivery of a high-value portfolio of contracts and grants totalling more than £100 million annually, ensuring that people experiencing debt receive high-quality advice and support. You will provide strategic direction across contract and grant management, driving innovation, continuous improvement, and excellence in service delivery. Working closely with senior stakeholders, partners, and commissioned organisations, you will help shape and enhance debt advice services to respond to the evolving needs of clients while delivering strong outcomes and impact. The role will be responsible for leading a team of Contract Managers and Senior Contract Managers, overseeing a portfolio of grants and contracts in line with government standards and ensuring compliance with key performance indicators, regulatory requirements, and MaPS standards. The postholder will also contribute to the commissioning and development of future debt advice services and will play an integral role within the Debt Senior Leadership Team, sharing collective responsibility for the successful delivery of the organisation’s debt strategy. You’ll join a team that’s passionate, collaborative, and driven by the belief that financial confidence should be something everyone can access. The Head of Debt Delivery will report directly to Corporate Director of Debt and will be responsible for: • Provide strategic leadership to the Debt Delivery team, promoting a culture of high performance and continuous improvement., • Oversee the management of agreements worth over £100m, ensuring that providers meet budget objectives and deliver high-quality services., • Maintain and enhance relationships with key senior contacts in the debt advice sector to build long-term collaborative partnerships., • Promote the service to external partners and share insights on delivery across the organisation., • Identify and implement opportunities for service and process improvements, supporting innovation in the sector., • Contribute expert insights into the Debt Strategy and various projects, including commissioning from across the debt advice sector. To be successful in this role, you’ll need: • Leadership and operational experience in a high-performance service delivery context, ideally within the advice sector., • Exceptional strategic engagement, relationship, influencing, and negotiation skills at senior levels., • Proven track record of delivering corporate leadership and achieving significant outcomes., • Strong communication skills and expertise in collaboration, capable of working effectively with colleagues and representing the service externally., • Extensive leadership experience, including transforming and developing teams., • In-depth knowledge of the UK debt agenda and advice sector. MaPS is based in bright, modern offices in Bedford, and we’re here to help people across the UK feel more confident and informed about their money. Our values guide how we work together: • Caring – for colleagues and the communities we support, • Connecting – building supportive, positive relationships, • Transforming – creating impact that truly matters We’re proud to foster an inclusive, welcoming culture. Our colleague networks include LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women’s health, men’s health and ethnicity groups — and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. • 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, • Contributions matched 2 to 1 (employer contribution up to 10% of your salary), • Season ticket loan, • Cycle to work scheme (up to £3,000), • Subsidised eye tests & flu jabs, • Life assurance, • EAP Assist & Life, • Enhanced family and sick pay, • 2 paid volunteering days, • Recognition scheme, • Retail discounts portal We believe work should fit around life. This Bedford‑based role offers genuine flexibility so you can balance work, family, and personal commitments. We come together for purposeful team collaboration to stay connected and drive great results. We love supporting internal growth and progression, while continuing to follow fair and open Civil Service recruitment practices. • MaPS is unable to offer visa sponsorship. If you’re successful at interview, we may place you on a reserve list for up to 6 months. If a similar role becomes available, you may be offered it without the need for another assessment. If you believe your application hasn’t followed the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles, you can contact . Job Reference: MaPS01285 Close Date: 16/08/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr