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Your new company Our client is undertaking a major, multi-year transformation programme focused on modernising systems, strengthening operational performance, and improving how work is delivered across the organisation. The change is organisation-wide and includes live operations, engineering, infrastructure, retail, and safety-critical environments. The programme is actively sponsored by senior leadership and backed by sustained investment. To support this work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager who can take ownership of delivery and drive initiatives through to completion. Your new roleAs Project Manager, you will play a key role in delivering a varied portfolio of technology and operational change initiatives. Reporting into a Senior Project Manager, you will take day-to-day ownership of delivery, working with limited oversight and clear accountability for outcomes.You will lead projects from initiation through delivery and handover, particularly where scope, ownership, or approach is initially unclear. This will involve working closely with senior leaders, operational managers, engineering teams, IT, and external suppliers to agree objectives, shape a pragmatic delivery approach, and move work into controlled execution. The role requires confident ownership of core project activity, including planning, risk and issue management, dependency management, and delivery tracking. You will be expected to make sound delivery decisions, resolve issues early, and keep work moving rather than relying on escalation.You will deliver across a broad mix of initiatives, which may include enterprise systems, infrastructure and cybersecurity, data and reporting, automation, engineering-adjacent technology, and business-wide operational change. Much of this work will be delivered into live environments, requiring careful coordination with operational teams. Throughout delivery, you will provide clear, concise reporting to senior stakeholders, translating technical and operational detail into risks, impacts, and decisions. You will also support operational readiness and adoption, ensuring solutions are embedded and usable once delivered.In addition to delivering individual projects, you will contribute to improving how projects are delivered across the business, using agreed tools, templates, and emerging AI-enabled capabilities pragmatically to improve consistency and visibility. What you'll need to succeed • Proven experience delivering complex projects in technology, operational, engineering, or infrastructure-adjacent environments, • Demonstrable end-to-end project ownership, including planning, RAID management, delivery, and handover, • Confidence operating in situations where scope or direction is not fully defined at the outset, • Experience working across multiple business functions, not solely within IT, • Experience managing third-party suppliers and holding them accountable for delivery, • Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound judgment, • Experience communicating with senior stakeholders and supporting decision-making, • Competitive pension contributions, • Bonus schemes and employee recognition programmes, • Life assurance and insurance cover, • Generous annual leave allowance (up to 33 days), • Christmas bonus, • Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, car schemes, pension), • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering 24/7 confidential support, • Virtual GP service, • Annual flu vaccinations Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Horticulture Senior Production Manager Applying for this role is straight forward Scroll down and click on Apply to be considered for this position. Hampshire £DOE + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits Want to help shape the future of one of the UK's most respected nurseries? Ready to lead production at real scale and be part of a major modernisation programme? Hillier Nurseries, recently named International Grower of the Year, is offering a rare opportunity for an experienced Senior Production Manager to join its award-winning team. With more than 160 years of horticultural heritage and major development projects planned, there's never been a more exciting time to join Hillier as it continues to invest in modern, sustainable growing. What's in it for me? • You'll be joining a business with deep horticultural roots and ambitious plans for the future., • Competitive salary + car allowance, • 31 days holiday (including bank holidays), • Private healthcare, pension & life assurance What's the job? As Senior Production Manager at Hillier, you'll lead the day-to-day running of production across the two nursery sites, ensuring crops are grown to exceptional quality, operations run efficiently, and the business is ready for its next stage of growth. It's a role with real influence. You'll work closely with Hillier's senior leadership, support a skilled, growing team, and help shape new processes, new technology, and long-term improvements across the nursery. Day to day, you'll be: • Managing production operations and driving high standards across both Hillier sites, • Leading, developing and supporting the growing team., • Owning budgets, labour planning and CAPEX delivery, • Ensuring Hillier's nurseries run safely, professionally, and fully compliantly., • Managing procurement and stock availability across all key inputs, • Driving crop scheduling and collaborating with the horticulture & propagation teams, • Supporting new product development and variety introductions, • Championing continuous improvement, sustainability, and modern production methods What do I need? • Extensive experience in commercial nursery production, • A background in people management, with the ability to build and develop high-performing teams., • Strong technical plant knowledge: crop scheduling, plant health, propagation, irrigation, nutrition, • Experience delivering operational change and introducing new technology or processes., • Confidence with data, KPIs, planning and commercial decision-making., • A forward-thinking, solutions-focused mindset., • Passion for sustainable growing and modern horticultural methods What's next? For an informal chat, please call Sarah Want at MorePeople on , email , or drop me a message on LinkedIn. Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date, just send what you have, and we'll take it from there. MorePeople are the exclusive recruitment partner for this project. xrnqpay Any CVs sent directly to Hillier Nurseries will be referred back to MorePeople.

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled Senior Data Engineer to join our Data team. As a leading UK life and pensions mutual insurer with a proud history dating back to 1843, we exist to help people live financially confident lives – protecting their income while they work and maximising it when they stop. Today, over one million members and customers trust us to look after their futures, families and finances. Joining us means becoming part of a team that puts our members, customers and advisers at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive. We are proud to have built a workplace where our colleagues feel welcomed, respected, supported and valued – reflected in our recognition as one of the Financial Times UK’s Best Employers in 2025 and 2026. We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger, so bring your true self and help shape the future of LV=. You will play a critical role in shaping and implementing enterprise-scale data platforms that support advanced analytics, reporting, and data governance. This role is offered on a permanent basis with a requirement for regular presence in our Bournemouth office. Key Responsibilities -Utilise cloud technologies and programming languages to develop and maintain centralised data platforms that support the business’s operational and strategic needs. -Collaborate with stakeholders to translate data requirements into actionable requests or build solutions. -Collaborate with the project manager to coordinate the prioritisation of data requests to meet business needs in the most appropriate and controlled manner. -Lead the development and improvement of technical data standards and ensure the development of data products are compliant. -Act as the Data Workstream Lead for change portfolios to provide technical knowledge and design steer to ensure that the proposed solutions fit within our data strategy and design standards. -Manage and review the work of assigned engineers and offshore partners, mentoring and sharing best practices. -Ensure all data processes and reports are accurately and appropriately documented and that all data governance and quality processes are followed and continuously improved. About You -Strong working knowledge of data warehousing, ETL/ELT processes and programming languages (SQL, Python, PySpark ). -Experience on Cloud based BI/MI methodology, such as use of Azure, DataBricks , Azure Data Factory and Fabric. -Proven experience of taking a development lead on work streams within a data centric or technical project. -Demonstrated ability to apply tools and processes for data security, quality, and accuracy, while implementing best-practice data management, governance, and quality standards -Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate technical data to a non-technical audience -Ability to work accurately under pressure in fast-paced environments and prioritise tasks to stay responsive to business needs -Experience of proactively building and maintaining relationships both externally and internally Desirable -Previous experience of working in the insurance/financial services sector Rewards & Benefits This role is a Band C in the LV= Structure. At LV= Life and Pensions, you’ll go above and beyond to do the right thing for our customers. We’ll reward your hard work with an attractive, competitive salary and benefits package, which includes: -30 days' holiday. -The opportunity to buy or sell up to five days of holiday. -An annual bonus scheme based on company and personal performance. -Single-cover private medical insurance (with the option for you to upgrade to family cover). -Flexible benefits, including a cycle to work scheme, personal accident insurance, critical illness cover and dental insurance. -Competitive pension scheme - LV= Life and Pensions will double-match the amount you pay, up to 14% (subject to National Minimum Wage requirements). -Group Life Assurance of four times your basic pay to your dependents (you’ll have the option to increase this to 8 x cover). -Group Income Protection, if you enrol into the pension scheme and reach 5 years of service. -Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) service for support when you need it. -Virtual GP service. -Shared parental leave. -Up to 20% discount on our life products for you and your immediate family. Please note all salary sacrifice benefits are subject to National Minimum Wage requirements i.e. you are unable to select any benefits that would reduce your base pay below the minimum wage threshold. Please note that we are unable to offer Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work in the UK without our sponsorship for your application to be considered. We’re proud of our inclusive culture at LV= and, as an equal-opportunity employer, we continually work to remove unconscious bias from our recruitment process. We value our colleagues for what they bring to our team regardless of any protected status or characteristics they may have. Talk to us about flexible working as part of your application; if it’s right for you, our members and customers, and our business, then we’ll do everything we can to make it happen.

We have an exciting opportunity for a customer focused and dynamic Technical Service Delivery Manager to join our team. As a leading UK life and pensions mutual insurer with a proud history dating back to 1843, we exist to help people live financially confident lives – protecting their income while they work and maximising it when they stop. Today, over one million members and customers trust us to look after their futures, families and finances. Joining us means becoming part of a team that puts our members, customers and advisers at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive. We are proud to have built a workplace where our colleagues feel welcomed, respected, supported and valued – reflected in our recognition as one of the Financial Times UK’s Best Employers in 2025 and 2026. We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger, so bring your true self and help shape the future of LV=. You will play a key leadership role within the LV= Technology Services Team responsible for overseeing the delivery of a designated portfolio of IT services provided by our IT outsourced partner. You will ensure delivery of our key service management capabilities across ServiceNow, Change Management (including the CAB) and Configuration Management/CMDB, as well as acting as an escalation point for one or more additional third-party providers. This role is offered on a permanent basis with a requirement for regular presence in our Bournemouth office. Key Responsibilities • Provide Technical Leadership for the services, ensuring adherence to standards and policies. Responsible for key decision making and acting as a point of escalation for service issues., • Lead related cross-functional outsource partner teams to deliver services ensuring effective collaboration and ensuring a “One Team” culture., • Lead Strategic Planning activities for the Services, developing and maintaining service roadmaps and driving change through continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure services are aligned to the needs of customers., • Drive Innovation with our outsource partner team by identifying emerging technologies and trends, evaluate their potential impacts on the services and lead implementation of transformative solutions to enhance service efficiency and user experience., • Identify Risks and Issues with the Services, working with Risk and outsourced partner team to identify mitigation and remediation activity and drive through Continuous Improvement or Projects as required., • Collaborate with PMO, manage the delivery of complex IT projects aligned with the Services where required, create business cases, agree budgets and ultimately deliver solutions aligned with the IT service delivery strategy and business goals., • Drive services to meet the strategic goals (and KPIs) of the LV Technology department including reducing vulnerabilities, improving customer satisfaction scores, reducing business impacts of change and incidents, increasing the levels of automation., • Act as Product Owner for our ITSM platform and manage outsource partner team to deliver best-practice ITSM processes and continual improvement. Own and drive the roadmap and backlog, including CMDB and CSDM adoption, Service Catalog quality, workflow automation and use of capabilities such as NowAssist, ensuring outcomes are measurable and aligned to LV= priorities., • Change Management: manage offshore team to deliver the end-to-end change process, ensure robust governance, quality and compliance. Chair/drive the Change Advisory Board (CAB) cadence and decision-making, improve change success rates and reduce risk to live services., • Configuration Management: ensure an effective, third-party-delivered process for CMDB accuracy and actionable delivery., • Demonstrate a strong customer-first mindset with the ability to maintain effective customer and colleague interactions., • Experience working with ServiceNow (or an equivalent ITSM tool), ideally including platform/product ownership, roadmap/backlog management and driving adoption of best practice., • Strong knowledge of ITIL Change Management and practical experience operating a CAB (including agenda management, risk/impact assessment, decision-making and stakeholder communication)., • Ability to translate technical reporting and discussion into customer outcomes and accurately identify areas of risk., • Solutions‑focused, confident and approachable, with strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills., • Highly organised and self‑motivated, able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks independently with minimal supervision., • Strong communicator across verbal, written, presentation and facilitation settings; confident interacting at all levels., • Ability to think and act both strategically and tactically, with a clear focus on operational efficiency and service improvement., • Collaborative and inclusive team player, effective in diverse environments and skilled at resolving service‑level issues. At LV= Savings and Retirement, you’ll go above and beyond to do the right thing for our customers. We’ll reward your hard work with an attractive, competitive salary and benefits package, which includes: -30 days' holiday, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days -Competitive pension scheme - LV= Life and Pensions will double-match the amount you pay, up to 14% (subject to National Minimum Wage requirements) -An annual bonus scheme based on personal performance -Single-cover private medical insurance (with the option for you to upgrade to family cover) -Flexible benefits, including a cycle to work scheme, personal accident insurance, critical illness cover and dental insurance -Up to 20% discount on our life products for you and your immediate family -A group life assurance policy with 4 x your basic pay to go to your dependents (you’ll have the option to increase to 8 x cover) -Group Income Protection (if you become a member of the Pension scheme and reach 5 years of service) -Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for support when you need it -A virtual GP service -Shared parental leave -Up to 20% discount on our life products for you and your immediate family. Please note all salary sacrifice benefits are subject to National Minimum Wage requirements i.e. you are unable to select any benefits that would reduce your base pay below the minimum wage threshold. Please note that we are unable to offer Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work in the UK without our sponsorship for your application to be considered. We’re proud of our inclusive culture at LV= and, as an equal-opportunity employer, we continually work to remove unconscious bias from our recruitment process. We value our colleagues for what they bring to our team regardless of any protected status or characteristics they may have. Talk to us about flexible working as part of your application; if it’s right for you, our members and customers, and our business, then we’ll do everything we can to make it happen. Go on, bring your true self to LV=.

BAE Systems ref: V05895 Have you got the right qualifications and skills for this job Find out below, and hit apply to be considered. Title: Senior Design Engineer - Mechanical/Piping 12 month contract £42.08 per hour Umbrella - Inside IR35 2 days per week onsite - BAE Systems Portsmouth Role Description To undertake a defined range of detail design activities in line with all relevant processes and quality requirements of Mechanical/Piping design package and reports for Installation solutions on Legacy Warships, supplying advice and support to operations and other functions and/or to organise and co-ordinate aspects of detail design activity ensuring defined objectives are achieved whilst continually maintaining quality and service requirements. Core Duties (GTI Description) Typical duties include (but are not limited to): (suggested 5-10 bullets/statements, indicative of the role at this level) · Support the development of best practice to increase the capability, performance of tools and processes · Support the developing, maintaining and modifying engineering processes and procedures in assigned areas in response to technical developments and operational need · To identify training requirements, skills gaps and development requirements of own discipline. · Undertake task verification/checking of other Design Engineer’s work as directed by Principal Engineering Manager. · To lead and conduct ship trials, surveys and engineering support activities. · Undertake estimating of mechanical elimates of the tasks. Support the developing, maintaining and modifying engineering processes and procedures in assigned areas in response to technical developments and operational need · Produce and develop complex designs in line with specifications and all quality and technical standards, and carry out detail design appraisals in assigned areas to ensure all standards are maintained, taking due cognisance of design for production · Carry out investigations into operational problems or developments and develop and prepare solutions, individually or as a member of a design team · Support the development of best practice to increase the capability, performance of tools and processes · To identify training requirements, skills gaps and development requirements of own discipline · Undertake task verification/checking of other design engineer’s work as directed by principal engineering manager · To lead and conduct ship trials, surveys and engineering support activities Additional Key Accountabilities: · Keep up to date in relevant technical areas, develop skills and capabilities to be able to provide more effective services (seeking and sharing good practice and knowledge to continuously improve practices), and supply technical support and expertise to others as required. · Provide help and direction to less experienced team members to support both their effective working and their development. · Manage assigned budgets and lead, develop and motivate assigned employees to ensure they are aware of and capable of delivering their accountabilities. · Make engineering decisions within own sphere of responsibility and delegated authority. · Compile accurate estimates. · Compile statements of Works (SOW,s) on behalf of customer when required. Safety: (For an individual contributor – include the statement below) § The role holder is responsible for taking reasonable care of their own health and safety ensuring high standards for safety, health and environment (SHE) in our organisation are maintained. This includes co- operating and following all reasonable instruction, information and training reporting work-related hazards or incidents and using all equipment for the purpose intended. More detailed responsibilities are captured within the Company Health & Safety Policy (759/OF/016) and the Company Environmental Policy (759/OF/029). Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications (GTI Qualification requirements) Knowledge: (Recommended max 5 bullets/statements) § Possesses in-depth knowledge and design experience of all aspects within Mechanical/Piping Disipline using AutoCAD/Inventor. § Able to perform robust analysis using recognised draughting and analytical tools and to make sound judgements based on experience. § Has sufficient breadth of knowledge of warship design and the sound judgement needed to be able make correct trade- off decisions § Provide technical support and troubleshooting responses in assigned areas to operational units or other activities. § Requires an understanding of how activities of own team interrelates and interacts with other functional areas aligned to the same contract or project. § Understands in detail the technical specification aligned to the functional area of activity. Can manage requirements and identify scope change. § A full understanding of the external environment including the MoD structure and their engineering processes. § Can apply the relevant Business processes to developing their outputs Skills: (Recommended max 5 /statements) § Requires very strong communication, diplomacy and interpersonal skills. Communication will be both internal and external and will include a regular interface with external providers and customers both informally and at meetings these dealings will affect the reputation of Design Services. § Is required to influence, guide and convince others to adopt a particular course of action. § Required to exchange complex engineering design information at Design Reviews. AutoCAD/Inventor design experience and in addition to this, having the ability to produce detailed manufacturing & assembly drawings § An understanding of detailed system and technical engineering drawings including manufacturing drawings with knowledge of projection layouts, scaling & tolerancing § Knowledge of ship system engineering drawings such as diagrammatic, piping isometrics and also ship systems materials and equipment (symbols) § Knowledge of maritime warship/commercial systems i.e. fluid based systems, Mechanical systems. and able to perform, as a minimum, basic pressure loss and flow calculations, with a view to sizing pipework in designs § Understanding of naval ships commercial mechanical/piping systems for various classes of vessel § HND/HNC in a Mechanical discipline Qualifications: (Specify only as appropriate, or say ‘none specified. xrnqpay ’ Where a qualification is listed, please indicate whether it is ‘Expected or Preferred.’) · Min HND/HNC Qualification in Mechanical /Piping Discipline or extensive industrial experience

Babcock International Group is seeking an IT Project Manager to deliver transformative digital change within a flexible and hybrid working environment. Essential qualifications include project management certifications (Scrum, PRINCE2) and extensive experience in IT project management. This full-tim

The Programme Manager will lead SGN’s Cyber IT Programme for the duration of the RIIO‑3 (GD3) price control period, within a highly regulated gas distribution environment, ensuring the successful planning, mobilisation, governance, and execution of all Cyber IT‑related change initiatives funde

Served is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to deliver transformative digital change in a hybrid role based in Portsmouth, UK. You will lead multiple complex IT projects that support national security, collaborating with stakeholders and maintaining project documentation. Essential qualifica

HSWS Manager - Automotive Manufacturing Portsmouth based, PO6 & PO3 Up to £50,000 dependant upon experience, plus 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension, life assurance, employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme About the Role As the HSWS Manager for UPCS you will be responsible for leading the team in ensuring the business operates in full compliance. You wil be a proactive collaborator, keen to get involved. As part of your key responsibilities you’ll: Lead the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in defining and advancing H&S, Wellbeing, and Sustainability policies while driving the company’s ESG strategy and carbon reduction goals. Direct all site-level activities to recognize hazards and minimize risks, ensuring that Health, Safety, and Sustainability management systems meet or exceed industry standards. Act as the primary advisor on legal requirements, providing the SLT with clear interpretations of legislation and reporting any shortcomings to ensure total regulatory adherence. Establish a robust system of inspections, audits, and benchmarking to track KPIs, identify trends, and implement proactive initiatives based on data-driven insights. Foster a proactive organisational culture by leading cross-functional meetings, managing H&S champions, and championing wellbeing initiatives to increase employee buy-in. Maintain all critical safety documentation - including Risk Registers and COSHH - while devising training strategies to upskill the workforce and support business growth. About You We’d love you to have the following skills and experience, but please apply if you think you’d be able to perform well in this role! Experience of implementing cultural change initiatives, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Appreciation of learning & development tools and techniques. Exemplifies the desired culture and philosophies of the organisation. Works effectively as a collaborative team member with management and HR colleagues. A strategic growth mindset with a passion for driving sustainable business practices. About Unipart We are a supply chain performance improvement partner. We Design, Make, Move, and Improve components in our customers’ supply chains, keeping their operations and assets moving and working better, for longer. Through our commitment to continuously driving operational efficiencies, we improve performance - saving time, cost, and carbon. Our ambition is to be the driving force behind efficient, resilient, and sustainable supply chains. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion We believe that a great workplace is one where you can bring your whole self to work. Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and based entirely on merit. We define merit through a combination of technical skills and the core behaviours that help our people thrive at Unipart. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background or circumstances. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity that exceeds our statutory obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and subsequent legislation. Whether it’s your age, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, family status, or any other characteristic that makes you ‘you’ - it is your talent and potential that we value most. Adjustments for you: We want you to perform at your best. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are here to support you. You may have experience of the following: Health and Safety Manager, HSE Manager, HSQE Manager, Health Safety and Environmental Manager, Health Safety and Sustainability Manager, ESG Manager (Manufacturing), Wellbeing and Safety Lead, SHE Manager, Compliance and Sustainability Manager. REF-(Apply online only)

Facilities Manager Isle of Wight Full-Time | Permanent £40,423 per annum Or client based in Ryde is looking for a highly skilled Facilities manager to join there team. As Facilities Manager, you’ll lead from the front—driving excellence in maintenance, safety, and operations while building a high-performing team. The Role Reporting to the Regional Facilities Manager, you’ll take full responsibility for Facilities Management on site overseeing maintenance, housekeeping, compliance, and contractor activity. You’ll ensure the site is safe, efficient, and consistently maintained to a high standard, while playing a key role in shaping operations and driving continuous improvement. What You’ll Be Doing Drive Operational Standards Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, safety, and site presentation Oversee planned and reactive maintenance with minimal disruption Ensure all facilities and equipment are safe, compliant, and ready for use Manage and resolve facility-related issues and queries quickly and effectivelyLead & Develop Your Team Manage teams across Maintenance and Housekeeping Create a positive, accountable, and high-performing team culture Deliver regular 1:1s, coaching, and ongoing developmentEnsure Compliance & Safety Maintain full compliance with health & safety legislation and statutory requirements Manage certifications, audits, and documentation Conduct regular inspections to uphold standards and reduce riskPlan & Coordinate Operations Oversee housekeeping schedules, including deep cleaning Manage contractors and suppliers on site Coordinate stock, equipment, and procurement requirementsOwn Performance & Budgets Manage CapEx and OpEx budgets effectively Monitor performance and report into senior leadership Support wider operational planning, projects, and emergency responseWhat We’re Looking For Essential Proven experience in line management, coaching, and team development Experience managing employee relations and welfare issues Minimum 3 years’ Facilities Management experience (soft & hard FM) Strong understanding of risk management and compliance IT literate (MS Office including Word, Excel, CAFM systems) Ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams Full UK Driving Licence Willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS check Desirable Level 3+ qualification in Leadership & Management Level 3+ qualification in Education & Training First Aid trained Mechanical and Electrical knowledge or qualifications Key Attributes Strong leadership with the ability to influence and inspire Proactive and solutions-focused approach Excellent communicator with energy and enthusiasm High attention to detail and commitment to quality Collaborative and adaptable, with a mindset for continuous improvement Positive approach to change and innovation Commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusionAdditional Information This role may evolve over time in line with business needs, offering scope for growth and development. You’ll also contribute to wider initiatives including sustainability, wellbeing, and operational excellence. Live-in option available for a reduced slary for the right candidates. Please Email applications to (url removed) or apply directly to the job ad

Commercial Manager Certain Advantage are hiring for a Commercial Manager based in Portsmouth. This role is on an initial 6-month contract and is required to be onsite 3 days a week. Your responsibilities: Providing Commercial support to complex bids which require innovation and creativity Ongoing management of contracts ranging in values and up to hundreds of millions Providing Commercial support to manage change on existing contracts Reviewing and leading the negotiation of a variety of contractual agreements Working closely with and managing key stakeholders to deliver profitable solutions ensuring that Commercial risks are highlighted, mitigated and governance is followed Working with the procurement organisation to advise on key contractual obligations and risks, ensuring flow down of key terms Managing in accordance with company procedures and contractual requirements, to ensure efficient and accurate performance Developing relationship with customers to ensure smooth running of existing contracts The individual: Demonstrated experience within the commercial field Experience in a customer facing role Experience in a competitive bid situation Proven negotiation and contract management skills Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to interact and influence across a range of stakeholders Knowledge of the defence industry Attention to detail Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you’re hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we’ll work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn’t for you, head to (url removed) and register for job alerts and career guidance tips

Management Accountant Salary: in the region of £50,000.00 per annum (depending on experience) plus Veolia benefits Hours: 40 hours per week Duration: FTC until October 2026 Location: Hybrid - Hampshire When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you: 25 days of annual leave Access to our company pension scheme Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential What you'll be doing: Provide leadership in all aspects of financial reporting and financial control for our Hampshire region. To be a member of the Finance team working closely with the operational business. The role holder will be working with operational management to deliver accurate financial information Production and analysis of monthly management accounts Preparation of Balance sheet reconciliations and reviewing the account certifications for direct reports to ensure that they can withstand audit scrutiny Preparation of forecasts, budgets and Long Term Plan in conjunction with the General Manager and Financial Controller Statutory accounts preparation and liaison with Group auditors Control and reporting of capital expenditure Financial analysis of operational data and KPI Post investment financial review and analysis of long term financial performance Working with clients on contract performance and adapting to any changes in service What we're looking for: A fully qualified ACCA or CIMA Accountant with previous relevant experience Previous experience business partnering preferable Good working knowledge of spreadsheets Broad system skills preferably with working knowledge of Workday and SAP Strong presentation, communication and organisational skills Strategic planning and leadership skills What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive

Commercial Manager Portsmouth 6-month Contract £48.00 per hour - Umbrella ARM have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Manager to join a global leader in aerospace innovation. The Role: Providing Commercial support to complex bids which require innovation and creativity Ongoing management of contracts ranging in values and up to hundreds of millions Providing Commercial support to manage change on existing contracts Reviewing and Leading the negotiation of a variety of contractual agreements Working closely with and managing key stakeholders to deliver profitable solutions ensuring that Commercial risks are highlighted, mitigated and governance is followed Managing in accordance with company procedures and contractual requirements, to ensure efficient and accurate performance Requirements: Experience in a customer facing role Experience in a competitive bid situation Proven negotiation and contract management skills Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to interact and influence across a range of stakeholders Knowledge of the defence industry Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change

Senior Programme Manager - Defence & Regulated Infrastructure (Portsmouth or Gosport) Hybrid: On‑site average 3 days per week Security: Must be eligible for SC Clearance Are you ready to lead major infrastructure programmes that genuinely shape the future? We're supporting a leading organisation operating at the forefront of defence, security and advanced technology innovation. They manage a diverse portfolio of highly regulated estates, research facilities and critical infrastructure projects. We are seeking an experienced Senior Programme Manager with a strong background in construction, civil engineering, and complex estates environments - ideally within defence or an equivalently regulated sector. Please note: We are not seeking IT Project Managers or candidates from residential housebuilding environments. The Role In this high‑impact leadership position, you will oversee and deliver a portfolio of major construction and infrastructure projects (typically £50m-£100m+). This includes refurbishments, technical infrastructure, upgrades, civil works and new build activity across a complex, multi‑site estate. You will lead a team of Programme Managers and Senior Project Managers, ensuring successful delivery to time, cost, quality and scope, while collaborating with internal stakeholders, specialist engineering teams and external partners. This is a role for someone who is commercially minded, programme‑savvy, confident with governance, and highly experienced in regulated environments. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver a defined programme of major construction and infrastructure projects. Maintain programme objectives, risks, priorities and delivery baselines across the entire lifecycle. Oversee a portfolio of refurbishment, upgrade and new‑build projects from inception to handover. Provide leadership, coaching and direction to a team of Programme Managers and Senior Project Managers. Drive commercial and financial control, including procurement, contracts, budget management and reporting. Ensure compliance with NEC contracts, managing change events and contractual challenges effectively. Resolve delivery issues, support prioritisation decisions, and secure timely approvals. Champion strong Health & Safety performance and CDM discipline across all programme activities. Essential Experience Proven leadership of complex construction, civil engineering and estate management programmes. Strong track record delivering large-scale, multi-million‑pound projects. Excellent working knowledge of NEC contracts, including managing change events and disputes. Experience in master planning, estate strategy, acquisitions/disposals and multi‑user environments. Demonstrable experience preparing and presenting business cases for investment and decision making. Background in highly regulated sectors such as defence, nuclear, aerospace or critical national infrastructure.Candidates from residential construction / housebuilding will not be considered. IT project managers will not be considered. Essential Qualifications Professional capability equivalent to APM PMQ (or similar). Chartered status (e.g., MAPM, CEng, MRICS) is desirable

A Fantastic opportunity for a Project Controls Manager working for a very successful civil engineering contractor near Portsmouth working on major complex projects The Project Controls Manager will take control and responsibility for reporting the project financial performance Responsibilities of the Project Controls Manager * Reporting the project financial performance, by challenging and supporting project management in tactical and operational decision making, ensuring compliance with the organisations Risk & internal Control Framework. * Establish and maintain effective tools and systems to support and challenge project delivery & financial reporting * Act as Financial business partner to the Project Director by providing financial insight and challenges to Project Management on the financial strategy. * Works closely with the construction management and commercial/QS team, in cost estimating, programming, risk management, resource forecasting and change management. * Monitors and reports on Financial Forecasts, scenario analysis and updates on Project progress and completion. Prepares and submits periodic financial reports and budget control reports. * Ensures all financial & contractual aspects are implemented, monitored and validates contracts and agreements from a Financial perspective. * Provides continuity between the cost control, planning/scheduling, and estimating functions and deliverables. * Jointly responsible for the Cash Flow and Financial position of the project(min, most-likely and max), in accordance with contractual agreements and variations, taking appropriate actions where necessary. * Serves as a point of contact for pricing, cost control, planning/scheduling and risk analysis. Skills & Knowledge Requirements for the Project Controls Manager * 5 Years + experience in a Construction environment (preferably civil engineering) . * Joint venture experience advantageous * Understanding of scheduling/programming, cost forecasting, dashboards and senior level reporting * Practical experience of NEC3 / NEC4 contracts & practical experience of change management * BIM and document management * Knowledge of construction techniques in particular water projects * Experience of large complex construction projects * IT Microsoft Office skills -Outlook, Word, Excel, Business Collaborator * Good understanding of BIM and associated information management systems Ideal Qualifications Required Degree in Business, Finance/Accounting, Construction Management, Engineering or related field or Professional Accounting Qualification This represents a fantastic career opportunity couple and offers a very competitive salary package Apply now

At TÜV SÜD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Project Management Team, working with the latest cutting-edge technologies at the forefront of the Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) industry. The role is based out of the laboratory testing facilities located at Segensworth in Fareham. The core market sectors are focused upon Defence, Aerospace and Rail applications. As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing the client and business expectations during the test and certification projects to ensure that they meet contractual deliverables/timescales and that costs are within budget. The testing will focus upon components which are used in transport applications, with a specialism upon extensive laboratory based environmental testing, mechanical shock, vibration and packaging testing, defence and civil EMC testing, battery testing, radio frequency, product safety and SAR testing services. You will be responsible for the final test report product being delivered correctly and promptly to enable the client’s qualification programs to progress. Our ability to listen to the customer, identify their exact requirements and respond quickly with a technical and commercial solution sets us apart from our competitors, therefore this role will ideally suit a candidate with an ability to work well in a team, be highly organised and has a strong customer focus. Your experience will either be directly from within the testing area or alternatively, you will have exposure and experience of product qualification through direct engagement with external Test House suppliers or inhouse testing capability within one of the core market sectors mentioned above. Main Duties & Responsibilities: • Acting as principal intermediary between the client and the testing facilities from the beginning to the end of projects., • Ensure all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget, ensuring that profit margins are preserved and any issues affecting profitability are resolved., • Managing client’s expectations, commercially during their projects, provide a detailed project plan to track progress., • Working with the test supervisors to ensure the timely delivery of test samples and supporting documentation, smooth workflow and problem solving., • Management of projects ensuring on time and accurate delivery of contractual deliverables to ensure prompt and accurate invoicing at the earliest opportunities during each month., • Ensuring accurate project forecasts are kept current and up to date by using the business project management tool., • Ensuring full and compliant use of business tools., • Coordinate internal resources, subcontract testing, third parties/vendors and specialist equipment hire to ensure projects are scheduled effectively., • Visiting clients as and when required., • Conducting all administrative tasks associated with the project delivery process. Essential Criteria – the successful candidate will have/demonstrate: • Laboratory based product testing knowledge of the industry or industry experience of product qualification using laboratory-based product testing., • Exceptional organisation skills and the ability to multitask and prioritise workload based on client and business requirements., • Consistent ability to deliver, plan for contingencies, and look for opportunities to improve., • A good understanding of customers’ needs and perspectives and strives to improve customer experience., • A good understanding of practical financial issues and commercial fundamentals. Understanding of the key profit drivers and how areas/functions contribute to the profitability of the business., • A track record of exercising a good balance between technical judgement and commercial awareness., • Competent user of Microsoft Office packages and bespoke business tools., • A good team player with a positive “can-do” attitude who actively and positively engages with colleagues with a proactive approach to change and self-development., • An excellent communicator - written, face-to-face and by telephone., • Self-driven and results orientated., • Our core values are “Own it”, “Improve it” & “Make it Positive” – candidates who possess this mind set, and who look to continually strive for improvement, in both their direct and in-direct areas of responsibility are those who excel at TUV SUD. Further Information: TÜV SÜD in the UK offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes a minimum of 33 days holiday entitlement (for full-time employees, including public holidays), a contributory Group Personal Pension Plan and a non-contributory Group Life Assurance Scheme. We also offer various Salary Exchange/Sacrifice schemes (buying/selling holiday, cycle to work scheme, pensions), incentive schemes and comprehensive wellbeing support (Employee Assistance Programme, Dental Scheme and Occupational Health services). Dependent on their role, employees may also be eligible for hybrid/permanent home-working, a Company Car/Car Allowance and Private Medical Insurance. At TÜV SÜD, we have employees from more than 100 different countries collaborating together. People of different backgrounds, skills, and pursuing different life goals. Our strength comes from these countless and varied perspectives. We are committed to be an inclusive and diverse workplace by welcoming people of all backgrounds. We want Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) to be a foundation of our company and create an environment where all our employees can trust they will be treated with respect, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic background, faith, beliefs, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, or identity. As such, our employees are expected to behave at all times in a manner consistent with TÜV SÜD Code of Ethics and Company values. We firmly believe embedding D&I in the heart of what we do will inherently contribute to the success of TÜV SÜD. Click here to find out more about Diversity at TÜV SÜD

Commercial Manager Certain Advantage is hiring for a Commercial Manager based in Portsmouth. This role is on a contract basis and is hybrid-based. The Company We’re working with a Manufacturing business that operates in the Aerospace sector. They design, manufacture and deliver industry-leading commercial aircraft, and separate Space and Defense division. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? Would you like to play a central role in the preparation, negotiation and management of all commercial commitments relating to UK Space Digital (SD) projects The Role: This role is for a Commercial Manager —someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-orientated and driven to succeed. You’ll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Providing Commercial support to complex bids Ongoing management of contracts ranging in values and up to hundreds of millions Providing Commercial support to manage change on existing contracts Reviewing and Leading the negotiation of a variety of contractual agreements The Individual We’re looking for people who can show: MOD Commercial or government contract background Competitive bid situation management Negotiation and contract management skills Stakeholder management skills The Benefits: Hourly pay of £48 Flexible working Training and Development Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you’re hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we’ll work with you to find it