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Electrical & Instrumentation Manager Engineering Department An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an Engineering Department as the lead of highly skilled Electrical and Instrumentation teams within a lower-tier COMAH facility. We are seeking an experienced and qualified Electrical & Instrumentation Manager for an immediate start. Key Duties and Responsibilities • Overall responsibility for the management of the Electrical & Instrumentation departments, including a team of 14 engineers, as well as external contractors as required., • Project delivery responsibility, including the design, specification, and installation of all electrical and instrumentation equipment for capital and maintenance projects, ensuring expenditure is controlled within authorised budgets., • Full accountability for Electrical & Instrumentation maintenance operations, including the provision, operation, and continuous development of maintenance systems., • Safety, Health & Environmental leadership: promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture, ensuring full compliance with all legal and statutory requirements, as well as internal rules and procedures., • Minimum HNC in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or Instrumentation & Control (degree-level qualification desirable)., • At least 10 years of post-qualification practical experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a supervisory or management role, gained within an instrumentation and control environment., • Expert-level experience in PLC and HMI programming, ideally including RSLogix 500, Studio 5000, and FactoryTalk View., • Strong understanding of ATEX regulations and hazardous area classification., • Good understanding of functional safety in an industrial process plant environment., • Ability to manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing operational priorities., • Proficient in the use of Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)., • Excellent personnel and people management skills., • Competitive and negotiable salary., • 25 days’ annual leave plus all UK bank holidays., • 40-hour working week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm, with a 30-minute lunch break., • Paid sickness scheme., • Life assurance., • Access to a stakeholder pension scheme.

About Crowe Crowe is a leading national audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm with global reach and local expertise. We are an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the top 10 accounting networks in the world, with access to more than 40,000 people in over 140+ countries and across more than 800+ offices globally. Our vision is to be recognised as essential to the future success of our clients by helping them to answer tomorrow’s questions and make smart decisions that have lasting value through the highest quality audit, tax, advisory and consulting services. Crowe is where talented people can realise their potential, are successful and enjoy what they do by making a positive difference to our clients, communities and each other. At Crowe, our aim is to create a community where regardless of gender, identity, sexuality, race, ethnicity, education or background, everyone is valued, can flourish and achieve their full potential. Purpose of the role: Reporting to the head of Quality Assurance, the overall purpose of the role is to ensure the quality of products meet acceptable standards. You will work closely with development teams and internal stakeholders to understand requirements, design and execute test activities, and identify defects early to support high-quality outcomes. Additionally, you support the front line in achieving these tasks, mentor and coach the front line team to improve the range of issues they can address, handle escalated issues, and assist the National Client Solutions Development Team in delivering the best possible service to the firm. Responsibilities Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Ensure solutions are tested thoroughly before release and meet agreed quality standards, • Support testing across the full delivery lifecycle, including functional, regression and user acceptance testing, • Support the adoption of new tools, technologies and testing approaches where appropriate, • Liaising with the Development team and Technical department regarding specifications, • Performing routine inspections to ensure changes meet the criteria of the specifications, • Supporting front line support teams by advising of resolving escalated issues as necessary, • Documenting and reporting product defects to internal or external development teams, • Making recommendations for improvements, • Develop user guidance and release notes, • Leaising with internal internal infrastructure to release updates to the Firm, • Identify, log, track and retest defects, working closely with developers to support resolution, • Problem solving and solution driven, • Excellent attention to detail, • High level of I.T. literacy, • Excellent communication skills both written and oral, • Ability to work to deadlines when required, • Excellent organisational and time management skills, • Minimum of two years of experience performing quality assurance, • Knowledge of relevant regulatory standards, • Ability to work efficiently under minimal supervision, • Knowledge of quality assurance concepts At Crowe we understand that it is often the culture and values of a firm that are most important when looking for a new workplace. Whether you’re working in statutory audit, corporate tax or you’re a marketing or HR specialist, we place our people at the centre of everything that we do; promoting a collaborative, inclusive and friendly culture while remaining passionate about supporting and developing our people as they build their careers. We listen to our people and adapt to their changing needs alongside the needs of our growing business. We invest in our people to help them be the best they can be. We value new ideas and innovation, and welcome people who are committed to making a difference by delivering excellent services to our people, clients and communities. At Crowe, you will find the specialist knowledge, the resources and the commitment to help you build a satisfying and rewarding career, with continued learning and development, highly competitive salaries and flexible benefits. We want to create the best environment for our people to grow and thrive and recognise the importance of offering a flexible approach to our working environment, which we would be happy to discuss with you further. Crowe is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in recruitment and employment. We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings to our organisation, driving effectiveness in our teams and providing our clients with a quality service. Entry and progression within the firm is determined solely by the application of objective criteria, personal performance and merit which is supported by a clearly defined career pathway..

Head of Science - UPS + TLRAre you a Head of Science or aspiring Head of Science looking for an opportunity to work closely with a progressive Headteacher who leads from the front and is the epitome of aspirational?If so, we need to talk – I love working with this school and leadership team as they never stand in the way of personal development and actively encourage students to think big. Science can play and huge part in this as it leads to so many career options so to lead in science in this school you need to be thinking ahead.You will be: - • Head of Science or aspiring Head of Science, • QTS Science Teacher, • In-depth curriculum knowledge across Chemistry, Physics and Biology, • Good leadership skills, to include sharing and working to a vision for the Science Department, • Used to managing a teaching and learning team to successful outcomes, • Confident developing the science curriculum and achieving good exam results, • An exceptional communicator who can not only live but share the values of the school with staff, students, parents, and the community alike, • Able to demonstrate a record of achievement in a high achieving schoolIn return you will enjoy: -, • Being part of a team driven by ambition to be the best., • Working with an exceptional Headteacher who will support your development., • Access to exceptional facilities within the Science Department., • Excellent pay and conditions., • Plenty of support and ongoing CPD., • Prospects for future growth and leadership developmentPlease contact me – If you are a Head of Science or aspiring Head of Science looking to be part of a forward thinking leadership team in this exceptional school.The Education Network Offer:Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.

We’re working with a popular and successful secondary school in Shrewsbury that believes education is about more than grades on a results sheet. Academic achievement matters, of course, but so do confidence, curiosity and helping young people build skills for the future, both in and out of the classroom. They’re now looking for a full-time Computer Science Teacher to join their team from September. This is a school where respect, ambition and resilience shape everyday life. Students are encouraged to think big, challenge themselves and take pride in what they achieve, while staff are trusted and supported to do the same. The role: • Teaching Computer Science across Key Stages 3 and 4 • Delivering engaging lessons that bring technology and problem-solving to life • Supporting students to build confidence in coding, digital literacy and computational thinking • Contributing to a positive school culture where creativity and character matter just as much as academic success Whether you love programming, cybersecurity, data or simply helping students discover the world of tech, the department welcomes fresh ideas and subject passion. Why teachers like working here: • A clear vision focused on knowledge, character and preparing students for the future • A well-resourced department with modern ICT facilities • A supportive leadership team that understands the realities of the classroom • A positive and welcoming environment where staff feel valued, trusted and listened to They’re looking for someone who: • Holds UK QTS • Has strong subject knowledge and confident classroom presence • Builds positive relationships with students • Believes education is about opening doors and shaping futures, not just ticking boxes Early Career Teachers are very welcome, and experienced teachers looking for a school with strong values and a genuine sense of community will feel right at home. Protocol Education can offer: • Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies • FREE access to our online CPD Academy • Personalised support from a dedicated consultant • Opportunities in mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings • Streamlined registration and local bookings • Referral scheme, earn rewards for referring friends Have a read through and tweak anything so it sounds even more like you and your branch’s style. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.

Our client is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance precision machined components and has continually invested in the latest manufacturing tooling and equipment. The quality department is currently a combined resource from the two merged businesses but has yet to become fully integrated, so an external Quality Management Consultant is sought on an interim basis to make a detailed assessment of their current quality systems, processes, data collection and reporting processes and subsequently and implement a plan to introduce best practices across the UK business. Job Title - Quality Management Consultant Business – Manufacture of precision machined components Location – Wolverhampton The business currently has a number of standards including ISO9001, ISO14001 plus several customer and market specific accreditations. Summary of the role o Understand quality team’s knowledge and experience - create a development plan that addresses identified skills gaps o Review working processes and practices - propose improvements o Review current data collection methods - assess them for suitability and change if required. o Review current data analysis - propose and introduce changes to analysis techniques and outputs o Create a pro-active approach to improving quality - over time, reduce the % of time spent on reactive work, firefighting & replace, where possible with preventive activities, planning o Implement improvements to include changes to process, training and mentoring teams Experience Applications are sought from candidates who can demonstrate a significant background and experience in Quality Management with a proven track record working on interim consultancy contracts. o Ability to evaluate the current business systems and personnel’s knowledge and capability and develop and implement a proactive plan to achieve necessary improvements. o Background in manufacturing industry is essential and will ideally include knowledge of highly regulated industries requirement a high degree of compliance and certification eg: automotive, aerospace, defence, energy, medical devices etc. o Detailed knowledge of ISO business management systems and accreditations. o Sound knowledge and application of ‘best practice’ quality tools – RCA, FMEA, APQP, Control Plans, Statistical and data analysis etc o Confident navigating different cultural differences and lead changes to become a cohesive integrated quality / business management system. o Key attribute will be energy and a positive upbeat demeanour, detail orientated and able to deal with various ambiguities that will inevitably emerge as a thorough forensic investigation of current business practices is undertaken. The important bit It is envisaged that this assignment will be outside of IR35 ( although CEST report is yet to be undertaken). Day rate to be negotiated on an individual basis with a planned duration of the assignment to be determined but could be anything from 1 or 2 days per week to full time for a 3 months duration. However it is expected that this will become clearer once the candidate has spent an initial period in business and better understands the parameters. Apply on-line or call Robert Wigley for a confidential discussion technical-network.co.uk Technical Network Recruitment – Search & Selection for mid to senior level appointments for engineering & manufacturing sectors- automotive, aerospace, defence, advanced materials, capital equipment & automation

Solicitor Trusts and Estates Wolverhampton | Full Time | Permanent Talbots is growing, and we’re excited to welcome a dynamic and personable Trusts and Estates Solicitor to our team. If you’re a qualified Solicitor with at least one year of post‑qualification experience, this could be the perfect next step in your career. In this role, you’ll handle a broad and rewarding mix of wills, trusts, and estate matters for our private clients, delivering high‑quality advice with confidence and care. You’ll also play an active part in shaping the future of the department, getting involved in business development and helping us continue to build a thriving, client‑focused practice. Who are Talbots Law? An employee-owned, full-service law firm built on a rich heritage dating back to 1828. Today, we operate across 18 offices in the West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire, delivering expert legal services to individuals, families and businesses. We deliver legal services in conveyancing, wills and probate, and family law, through to commercial law, employment, litigation and more. As an employee-owned firm, every member of our team has a stake in our success, which fosters a culture of collaboration, ownership and client-centred service. At Talbots, our employees belong to an inclusive and supportive community where everyone has a voice. They contribute their skills and expertise to meaningful work that makes an impact. They thrive in an environment that fosters growth, innovation and wellbeing. What do we offer? • Competitive salaries with annual review., • Annual tax-free* profit-share., • 25 days holiday + birthday + ex-gratia day + UK Bank Holidays + long service awards., • Company salary-sacrifice pension scheme (4% from Talbots: 4% from employees)., • Group Life Insurance (3 x annual salary)., • Enhanced Company Sick Pay., • Salary Extras benefits scheme, • Medicash Health Cash Plan., • Financial Health & Wellbeing Provision., • Bank of Talbots (Annual employee credit for legal fees)., • Salary Sacrifice schemes. What does the job involve? • To grow and manage a broad caseload advising clients on a full range of associated matters across the Trusts and Estates portfolio., • Drafting and reviewing documents and advising on a range of matters to include wills, powers of attorney, estate administration, Deeds of Variation and trust related work., • Support colleagues within the department, liaising with new and existing clients, working efficiently, collaboratively and professionally. What do you need? • To be a Qualified Solicitor with at least 1 years post qualified working experience within a Trusts & Estates Department., • Passionate about providing outstanding client care and service., • Accurate and articulate in written and spoken communication with a high level of attention to detail., • Excellent administrative, planning, organisation and time management as well as being proficient in a variety of IT software, including all MS Office applications., • Excellent interpersonal and team working skills.

Head of Sales Stratstone Audi Wolverhampton Competitive salary with bonus plus company car, pension, life assurance, single health care, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals and aftersales services. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an exceptional experienced automotive candidate to lead a successful retail sales department. With a successful track record of achieving and exceeding set targets and objectives and up to date knowledge of vehicle, consumer and trade practice legislation, you will have experience in leading and motivating a sales team. Why Lithia UK? Structured career paths with ongoing development opportunities: We believe in nurturing talent from within, creating a culture where your growth is our mission, this is why you’ll have access to the coaching, mentoring, and the tailored training programmes you need to flourish. As a testament to your development, you will have the opportunity to apply for our Aspiring Head of Business programme, this is tailored around individual future aspirations and skills growth. We will empower you to drive your own career with the support from senior leaders and our dedicated learning and development team. Experienced leaders: Our progressive environment, coupled with supportive experienced leaders, ensures you're equipped with the tools, mentorship, and opportunities to feel confident to accelerate your journey. What does the Head of Sales role involve? • Accountable for delivering a financial result by offering a first-class experience for our customer, • Cost control of the departmental budget, • Responsible for the day to day leadership of a sales team and for driving the dealership volume and gross profit, • Driving enquiry conversion and F&I profitability, • Ensure the end to end sales process standards are met and showroom standards are maintained to manufacturer standards, • Proven experience in a sales department within the motor industry, • Proven experience of achieving and exceeding set targets and objectives, • Up to date knowledge of vehicle, consumer credit and trade practice legislation, • Current, valid driving licence, • Previous knowledge of the franchise in which this role exists, • Experience of managing a departmental budget and leading a team, • Experience of leading a team, the ability to motivate and coach, • Excellent communication skills, • Satisfy the requirements of GI Compliance and be of ‘good financial repute’, • Customer orientated, • Enjoy 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), giving you more time to relax, recharge, and do what you love, • Celebrate your special day with an extra day off on your birthday, • Our industry-leading Family Leave Policies ensure you’re supported when it matters most, • Access a new car through our Salary Sacrifice scheme and enjoy a smarter way to drive, • Take a paid day to volunteer and give back to a cause close to your heart, • We believe in recognising dedication and loyalty, that’s why we celebrate long service milestone anniversaries, • Unlock your potential with tailored training and endless career growth opportunities, • Commute for less with our cycle to work scheme, • Access high street discounts to make the everyday a little more rewarding As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we’re passionate about transforming the future of personal transportation and setting new standards for exceptional customer experiences. Our values—Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!—fuel everything we do. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that embraces innovation, champions personal growth, and celebrates success together. If you’re ready to make an impact in an environment that empowers you to drive change, we’d love to have you with us on this journey. Lithia UK are an equal opportunities employer, and we are proud members of Automotive 30% Club, Diversity in Retail and Inclusive Companies. We welcome all applications regardless of age, race, religion, disability, gender or sexual identity, marital status, socio-economic background or Veteran status. We will also consider qualified applicants with prior criminal convictions, in accordance with the law. We want your recruitment journey to be unique to you and as accessible as possible. If you need any additional support with your application or have specific requirements at any stage, please let us know via email: . Our team will be happy to support you throughout every stage of the process.

About Davisons Law Davisons Law is a leading law firm with a strong presence in Private Client law. The firm is known for its client-focused approach, high-quality legal services, and investment in our Team’s personal and career development. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Private Client Solicitor to join a supportive team and provide legal advice and assistance to Clients on matters related to wealth management and estate planning. What you’ll do When you join the team with Davisons Law as a Private Client Solicitor, you will manage your own case load with all aspects of wills and probate, trusts, lasting power of attorney and trusts ensuring transactions progress smoothly and efficiently. This role will require undertaking fee earning work, working both independently and as a member of the team, maintaining existing relations with Davisons Law Clients and to assist and help develop new relationships with new Clients. Key Responsibilities: • Support the development of the Davisons Law Private Client Department and the Company in growing its client base through delivery of an excellent service, your local connections and by supporting networking events., • Be passionate about developing and maintaining strong professional working relationships with clients, and referrers., • Have financial control of your own matters regarding cash flow through collection of monies on account and billing procedures., • Recognise fee-earning opportunities and develop as appropriate., • Manage own work allocation must have proven track record as a Private Client Solicitor, • Process cases on a timely and cost-effective basis., • Strong organisational skillset, IT literate and experience of using case management systems ensuring files are maintained and kept up to date., • Be commercially astute, understanding the importance of business targets and their impact to the practice, generating a fee income in line with agreed targets., • Supporting/development assistants and paralegals, • Experience of handling client enquiries both face to face, remotely and by telephone, • Have a firm and functional knowledge within Private Client law, continuously updating your legal knowledge and staying informed about relevant legal developments. What’s in it for you: Working with Davisons Law is more than just a job. We give all our employees the opportunity to develop and shape their futures with us. Employees at Davisons Law can take control of their own career by following our Leadership or Technical career path. We offer a competitive salary plus access to a range of excellent benefits, including: • Option to buy or sell 3 days of your annual leave., • Professional Subscriptions paid., • Additional holiday days during our Christmas shutdown so that you can enjoy time with your friends and family., • Incentives schemes and referral rewards, • Your birthday off in addition to your annual leave entitlement, • Birthday gift voucher, • Ability to access BUPA Health Insurance at discounted rates for yourself and your family., • Paycare Health Cash Scheme, • Discounted legal fees. You will also be able to join your colleagues if you wish, at Davisons Law social events. • Dress down & treat day on the last Friday of each month., • Annual Christmas company celebration, • Localised office events Equal opportunities Davisons Law is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. We value and respect individuality and encourage a culture within our business where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and experiences. Everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, regardless of their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs. Additional information: Please be aware, for some vacancies, where we receive high numbers of applications, we may need to bring the close date forward. Due to the nature of the work undertaken, confirmation of employment will be subject to a variety of checks which will be conducted once an offer of employment is accepted. Join Davisons Law and be part of a law firm that values you and provides opportunities to act with purpose and thrive.

Solicitor Private Family Dudley | Full Time | Permanent Talbots is growing, and we’re excited to welcome a dynamic and personable Private Family Solicitor to work within our expanding team. If you’re a qualified Solicitor with at least two years of post‑qualification experience, this could be the perfect next step in your career. In this role, you’ll work within the Family Law Department dealing predominantly with Domestic Violence, Private Children and Finances work. You will provide family law advice to clients, handling matters from initially instruction through to completion, working closely with your clients every step of the way. This is a unique role in the way that you will be handling private family matters, however these will be funded through Legal Aid. This role will be based initially in our Dudley office, however, after successful integration into the team we can consider bases in other offices. Who are Talbots Law? An employee-owned, full-service law firm built on a rich heritage dating back to 1828. Today, we operate across 19 offices in the West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire, delivering expert legal services to individuals, families and businesses. We deliver legal services in conveyancing, wills and probate, and family law, through to commercial law, employment, litigation and more. As an employee-owned firm, every member of our team has a stake in our success, which fosters a culture of collaboration, ownership and client-centred service. At Talbots, our employees belong to an inclusive and supportive community where everyone has a voice. They contribute their skills and expertise to meaningful work that makes an impact. They thrive in an environment that fosters growth, innovation and wellbeing. What do we offer? • Competitive salaries with annual review., • Annual tax-free* profit-share., • 25 days holiday + birthday + ex-gratia day + UK Bank Holidays + long service awards., • Company salary-sacrifice pension scheme (4% from Talbots: 4% from employees)., • Group Life Insurance (3 x annual salary)., • Enhanced Company Sick Pay., • Salary Extras benefits scheme, • Medicash Health Cash Plan., • Financial Health & Wellbeing Provision., • Bank of Talbots (Annual employee credit for legal fees)., • Salary Sacrifice schemes. What does the job involve? • To advise upon and conduct proceedings on a full range of predominantly Legally Aided matters., • To secure the proper course of action and balanced and favourable judgements in cases relating to divorce, domestic violence, Children law / Children Act applications, emergency applications and orders, Special Guardianship and finances., • Conduct advocacy on own matters and colleague’s matters if required., • Take part in business development, specifically developing relationships with domestic violence charities., • Assessing clients for Legal Aid and making Legal Aid applications via CCMS. What do you need? • To be a Qualified Solicitor with at least 2 years post qualified working experience within a Family Department handling Private Family Law maters., • Candidates would preferably be familiar with LAA applications and assessments., • Passionate about providing outstanding client care and service., • Accurate and articulate in written and spoken communication with a high level of attention to detail., • Excellent administrative, planning, organisation and time management as well as being proficient in a variety of IT software, including all MS Office applications., • Excellent interpersonal and team working skills., • Experience in advocacy, business development and networking.

NPCC Vetting Hub Senior Manager Permanent Full Time Stratford-upon-Avon / Remote The main purpose of the role is to provide national leadership and coordination for the operational delivery of police vetting across UK forces. To assist in the development of the strategy for an efficient and effective operational vetting function across national policing and the Annual National Vetting Strategic Threat and Risk Assessment (STRA) Assist in working in partnership with national police forces and external partner agencies and stakeholders. Coordinate the national vetting advisory function that supports forces with complex vetting cases. Provide expert direction, recommended lines of enquiry, and a consistent national approach. To ensure that operational practices comply with Authorised Professional Practice (APP) requirements. Main Responsibilities: • To provide specialist knowledge, advice and guidance in all aspects of National Police Vetting to inform strategic and operational decision making, interpretation of national legislation, offering guidance and support to all key internal and external stakeholders, and support forces with complex decision making., • As delegated, act as the NPCC senior point of contact for police forces on vetting matters, advising on risk, compliance and operational impact., • To develop an operational performance framework and culture of continuous improvement within your areas of responsibility using data to inform decision making and resource allocation., • Monitor force level operational compliance and performance, identifying areas of risk or inconsistency and initiating targeted support or intervention across UK policing, working in conjunction with the College of Policing., • As delegated, to represent NPCC Vetting at strategic board level within Warwickshire as well as with partner agencies such as College of Policing, Home Office and HMICFRS. To provide updates of activity, performance, professional advice and contribute to strategic decisions., • Lead on service delivery, performance, business processes, business practice and improvement activities in relation National Police Vetting and to engage directly with force vetting leads to understand delivery challenges and support continuous improvement, working in conjunction with the College of Policing., • Lead the development and use of national vetting performance dashboards and risk indicators and provide operational insight and feedback to the College of Policing to help inform updates to national vetting policy and guidance., • To have a working knowledge of budgetary management and understanding of financial planning, business planning and contract management., • To identify opportunities to improve skills, knowledge and health and well-being of staff and teams to ensure that continuous professional development addresses the changing requirements of the service., • To coordinate the national operational response to critical incidents or systemic failures in relation to vetting and provide proactive support in relation to HMICFRS inspection activities and the College of Policing in policy development., • To coordinate the NPCC response to national reports and recommendations., • Build and maintain strategic relationships with Chief Officers, Force vetting leads and key national stakeholders to ensure coordinated delivery, shared accountability and effective escalation pathways for national vetting issues., • Ensure integrity, fairness and consideration of the needs of others is incorporated into the daily duties and relationships with colleagues and the conduct and service delivery of allocated portfolio., • This post has been designated as ‘Politically Sensitive’ under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended)., • Casual Car User, • Regular national travel Knowledge: • Honours Degree in a relevant subject or extensive experience in strategic leadership as a senior manager in a police vetting related service/profession., • Extensive knowledge of legislation and codified policy as they relate to National Police Vetting, including national vetting standards, Code of Practice, Approved Professional Practice, Police Vetting Regulations and the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act., • Proven ability to lead multi-agency coordination and deliver operational assurance., • Strong commitment to police vetting and public service., • Ability to drive change and rigorous performance management of people., • Extensive experience at a senior management level within a high-pressure department., • Experience of researching, validating, and corroborating complex information and presenting this in relevant products., • Experience of managing a process-driven environment with a proven ability to continuously improve efficiency and deliver change., • Proven experience of enabling organisational and cultural change, • Demonstrate successful management of programmes and projects., • Experience of managing budgets., • Experience of assessing and managing risk., • Experience of making decisions around risk based on an acknowledged process such as the National Decision Model., • Experience of dealing with external stakeholders., • Proven ability to work under pressure, managing a variable workload within strict deadlines., • Effective interpersonal skills including the ability to resolve conflict professionally and in a timely manner, • Ability to inspire, enthuse and to keep people focused in spite of setback/difficulty, • Demonstrable ability to operate calmly and professionally under pressure, • Demonstrable ability to provide senior leadership on change management, • Proficient in the knowledge and use of relevant IT systems and understand the interdependencies between them, • Proven people management, coaching and mentoring skills You will be required as part of Warwickshire Police recruitment process to successfully complete vetting and credit checks.

Opportunity Overview You will be passionate about widening participation to higher education and enabling student success. Having an eye for detail and an ability to work effectively, independently and within a team environment, is essential. As you will be working with a wide variety of employers and University colleagues the ability to communicate effectively is crucial. You will be able to identify issues, problem solve and work collaboratively to find solutions. We want to employ people who embrace diversity and appreciate the importance of enabling every individual to succeed. The successful candidate will help us to provide high-quality and compliant apprenticeships that prepare all our apprentices for occupational competence and successful careers. If you'd like any additional information please contact Joanne Burnett - Note this opportunity may close early if we receive a high volume of candidates. Key Responsibilities • Maintain familiarity with relevant professional body requirements and support apprentices to meet programme requirements, • Have thorough understanding of the relevant apprenticeship standard/s and support apprentices to evidence achievement of the knowledge, skills and behaviours including timely completion of portfolios, • Ensure apprentices have a thorough understanding of their Gateway and end point assessment (EPA), how the on-programme element prepares them for this and support them through to successful completion, • Plan, deliver and evaluate formal and informal information sessions on apprenticeship and work- based learning for apprentices, staff and work-based supervisors/assessors/mentors. The School of Science, Engineering and Environment (SEE) is a centre of discovery and innovation. With a broad portfolio across computer sciences, engineering, built environment and human and natural sciences, we are one of the largest schools within the University, home to over 6000 students and over 370 colleagues. Our Research and Innovation Centres work together to collaborate around the world’s greatest challenges including Net Zero, Climate Change and Resilience, Healthy Living and Industry. Our focus is on translating our pioneering research into real-world impact for people and industry and our research is recognised as world leading. The School has delivered built environment apprenticeships since 2016 and is a leading provider across Level 4 and Level 6 (degree) standards, including Chartered Surveyor, Construction Site Supervisor, Construction Site Manager, Civil Engineering, Construction Quantity Surveyor and Construction Quantity Surveying Technician. Our team currently supports over 800 apprentices on a part time day release basis from their employers. What's in it for you? • Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme, • An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!, • Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance, • Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential, • Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives

At Taylor Wimpey, we don’t just build houses; we build futures. Not just for the people who live in our homes, but for our own people too. When we bring our collective skills together, we make amazing things happen - for ourselves, for each other and for our customers. There are incredible opportunities on your doorstep, and we want you to discover them all. With 22 regional offices across the UK and operations in Spain, we bring our vision to life locally. Here, you’ll be given the tools to develop your skills and the freedom to explore new avenues. Share your ideas, experience a no-blame culture, and shape your work around your life. Every single one of us plays a vital role in bringing to life incredible places and spaces, where anyone can thrive. We believe in making a positive difference to our planet, as well as to people. Home to work that matters, and you can be a part of it. Our regional commercial teams are integral to the successful delivery of every Taylor Wimpey project. This role is an opportunity to become part of a dynamic team assisting with procurement, commercial and contractual aspects of the BU. The role entails interfacing with all staff involved in the project including, but not limited to, BUMT, site teams, subcontractors, external suppliers and JV / Development partners. Scheduling and quantifying materials and labour • Ensure that commercial procedures comply with both the TW Commercial Manual and the TW Operating Framework., • Work alongside other departments to ensure project viability and improve cost effectiveness., • Ensure all specifications and programmes are complied with and that quality is not compromised., • Assist in WIP and cash flow forecasting., • Monitor, reconcile and recharge any costs, which relate to shared cost items with either other businesses within the Group or external Companies., • Calculate all the prime costs on developments within your remit, reporting any movements in the costs since the preparation of the funding exercise., • Assist in the preparation of Project Budgets for authorisation by the Business Unit Management Team at the appropriate time., • Maintain the development budget both in Coins and BoQ., • Monitor and explain all cost movements within the project valuation., • Responsibility for processing Contractor, subcontractor and consultant orders and payments, variation orders and day works., • Review any variations on 3rd Party projects and liaise with Technical Project Manager for approvals., • Undertake site valuations of production at budgeted cost on a monthly basis., • Carry out full CVR process and prepare and present information for monthly finance meetings., • Create Cost to Completes and ensure Current budget is up to date., • Be aware of all codes of practice that impact on estimating e.g. Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE etc., • Monitor, reconcile and recharge any costs which relate to shared cost items with either other businesses within the group or external Companies., • Attend Pre-Start, Pre-Tender, specification and any other relevant meetings as required., • Input and maintain any computer-based databases or systems including Coins and Excel., • Attend site on a regular basis to complete Commercial functions., • Any other duties as required by the Senior Commercial Manager., • Good knowledge of Building Regulations, NHBC and Health and Safety requirements., • Industry related business qualification., • Manage internal and external clients., • IT literate (COINS system preferred). At Taylor Wimpey, we are committed to enabling you to make a home with us. Our work is not just about building homes; it's about doing work that matters, making a positive impact on the lives of our customers and the communities we serve. We enjoy many benefits as standard, including excellent retail discounts, company funded life insurance and private healthcare, and access to a quality pension scheme with company contributions. We also offer our discounted house purchase scheme, car leasing scheme and share plans, as well as the opportunity to tailor your benefit package to suit your needs with options such as buying extra annual leave or adding dependants to your benefit cover. Our total reward offer works perfectly with our culture, we are a welcoming community where everyone can feel at home. We create a home to your future by providing opportunities for growth and development. We offer industry leading professional training and development, which supports you to unlock your potential and fulfil your career and personal goals in a variety of opportunities and environments. We look to develop our people in the skills and areas they are most interested in, leveraging your qualities and appreciating your unique competencies, skills and expertise that, when we come together, make this a great place to work. If you want to do work that matters and build a career that lasts, make a home at Taylor Wimpey. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, Taylor Wimpey is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long-term health conditions which have an effect on their ability to do normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare to us during the application process that they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role. Join us in building a truly diverse and empowered team. Please inform your line manager if you wish to apply for this role.

At Taylor Wimpey, we don’t just build houses; we build futures. Not just for the people who live in our homes, but for our own people too. When we bring our collective skills together, we make amazing things happen - for ourselves, for each other and for our customers. There are incredible opportunities on your doorstep, and we want you to discover them all. With 22 regional offices across the UK and operations in Spain, we bring our vision to life locally. Here, you’ll be given the tools to develop your skills and the freedom to explore new avenues. Share your ideas, experience a no-blame culture, and shape your work around your life. Every single one of us plays a vital role in bringing to life incredible places and spaces, where anyone can thrive. We believe in making a positive difference to our planet, as well as to people. Home to work that matters, and you can be a part of it. The Finance Manager is a pivotal role in the regional finance function. The role is to manage the region’s finance personnel and function, running controlled finance processes and delivering accurate outputs in a timely manner. The Finance Manager is accountable for all aspects of the business unit’s (BU) finance processes, including the preparation of consolidated monthly management accounts, assistance in modelling of financial forecasts and plans for the BU, reporting of data and information to Division/Group, and management of the cash book/treasury function, sales invoices, accounts payable and staff expenses processes. The Finance Manager will engage as a business partner with colleagues from other disciplines, being able to review and challenge with the aim of enhancing financial and business performance. The role will deputise for the BU’s Finance Director (FD) at business unit management team (BUMT) Board/ other meetings. The individual will have a process improvement mindset / approach. Management of Finance Department • Line manager of finance staff within the team. Manage the team members through a positive, engaging approach, ensuring that processes are robust and controlled, and outputs delivered correctly and in a timely manner., • Manage the consolidated monthly close process, ensuring a clean close of all sub-ledgers, interfaces, and accounting judgements, with the general ledger closed by WD3., • Oversight and approval of changes made by the Accounts Clerk to the BU payroll., • Submission of actuals and forecast data to Division and Group (via OneStream) on WD4, confirming the accuracy of all data in the P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and other submitted operational data., • Preparation of monthly management reporting for the BU. Include commentary which explains both YTD and full-year forecast variances from budget (or forecast), for review by the FD and incorporation in the monthly BUMT Board Report. The analysis will reflect operational understanding., • Review balance sheet reconciliations, including entries and accounts managed by central teams (e.g. payroll accounting), ensuring that items are correctly analysed and any accounting anomalies are cleared on a timely basis. Highlight issues to the FD during review and gain overall FD sign off., • Account, forecast and report on cost excesses/ savings, and attend cost variation meetings., • Account and forecast for the complex areas of notional interest (IAS) on land acquisitions, land overage payables and closed sites., • Update Group Treasury with cash forecasts and advise of any significant unexpected cash movements., • Preparation of annual statutory accounts and the annual tax packs., • Ensure Finance Manual procedures are complied with and timely dispensation sought where appropriate., • Liaise with external audit and manage the process of delivering information required., • Review and manage VAT and CIS returns for accuracy, before submission to Group Tax., • Review and obtain sign-off for monthly payment runs and ensure they are in line with group limits., • Review WIP and land recoverability reports, to ensure that all planned balance sheet amounts will be recovered by end of phase/ site. Liaise with the commercial and land departments to resolve any over/ under-recovery issues., • Preparation of forecasts and projections sourced from the COINs environment, for approval by the FD, and submission to Division/ Group. These presently consist:, • 2 Year Profit and Cashflow Forecast, • Forward land bank profit projection, • Qualified Accountant – ACA, ACCA, CIMA, with prior experience of working as a financial accountant (or external auditor) and management accountant., • Staff management (required) with development of staff (preferred), • Good working knowledge of MS Office and Excel in particular, • Previous industry experience At Taylor Wimpey, we are committed to enabling you to make a home with us. Our work is not just about building homes; it's about doing work that matters, making a positive impact on the lives of our customers and the communities we serve. We enjoy many benefits as standard, including excellent retail discounts, company funded life insurance and private healthcare, and access to a quality pension scheme with company contributions. We also offer our discounted house purchase scheme, car leasing scheme and share plans, as well as the opportunity to tailor your benefit package to suit your needs with options such as buying extra annual leave or adding dependants to your benefit cover. Our total reward offer works perfectly with our culture, we are a welcoming community where everyone can feel at home. We create a home to your future by providing opportunities for growth and development. We offer industry leading professional training and development, which supports you to unlock your potential and fulfil your career and personal goals in a variety of opportunities and environments. We look to develop our people in the skills and areas they are most interested in, leveraging your qualities and appreciating your unique competencies, skills and expertise that, when we come together, make this a great place to work. If you want to do work that matters and build a career that lasts, make a home at Taylor Wimpey. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, Taylor Wimpey is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long-term health conditions which have an effect on their ability to do normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare to us during the application process that they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role. Join us in building a truly diverse and empowered team. Please inform your line manager if you wish to apply for this role.

* * LOCATION: Milton Keynes with occasional travel HYBRID WORKING: Our current hybrid working policy requires a minimum of 60% of working time to be based in the Milton Keynes office however flexibility is expected to meet the needs of the business and the role. CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent opportunity CLOSING DATE: 15/5/26 We reserve the right to close the advert earlier If we receive a high volume of applications. We’re looking for a highly experienced and inspirational commercial leader with a significant sales based background within a Captive Automotive Financial Services organisation and/or OEM. You'll report into our CEO and will drive our business forward through our teams in Sales, Sales Compliance and Development and, through strong, productive relationships across Volkswagen Group, our dealer network and brands. In this pivotal and influential position you will use your extensive commercial leadership skills to develop and deliver the Retail Sales strategy to maximise distribution channels, while creating opportunities and optimising new routes to market. You will role model our Guiding Principles, build a culture of psychological safety and inclusion and, provide ethical leadership to deliver great customer outcomes. What you’ll bring: You’ll be a forward thinking, strategic and motivational leader who delivers results through people, cross-functional teams, and 3rd parties to support the delivery of volume, breadth, and profit objectives. You’ll have a progressive and developmental mindset with demonstrable experience of developing strategic commercial initiatives. Essential experience & skills you’ll need to be a success in this role: • You have extensive experience in customer-facing environments with specific skills implementing and managing risk strategies, strong financial management, leading cross functional teams and functional management., • Through your experience of developing and managing customer facing processes, you have ensured fair treatment, transparency, value to customers and all other guidance from regulators has been accomplished., • More generally, you’ll have experience within regulated environments - ideally by the FCA along with a deep understanding of the UK business governance and regulatory regime and requirements implementation com pliance monitoring and management specifically, in organisations of a comparable size and scale., • You have successfully driven change and you're comfortable in dynamic, changing environments in a leading role., • You have well-developed emotional intelligence, influencing and communication skills which you can use to share information, listen, and create two-way dialogue that builds openness and commitment and, involve others to maximise contribution overall., • With great skills of analysis, you can interpret issues objectively to make sound decisions for the business that uphold our customer needs and good customer outcomes as a priority, • You are highly proactive, flexible, pragmatic, and able to react appropriately and effectively to changing circumstances and demands., • You'll effortlessly fit into the Commercial leadership structure with the potential for growth within FS or the OEM., • You’re collaborative and ambitious and work in the interest of customer and stakeholders, even when your own objectives are challenged., • You’ll report to the Chief Executive Officer for VWFS UK Ltd and lead the Retail Sales department and the teams responsible for Finance Sales, Sales Compliance, Sales Development and Dealer Network Oversight., • You’ll be responsible for developing sales strategies, policies, and procedures for the UK VWFS Group companies., • Develop and maintain strong productive relationships across senior management, departments, brands and key stakeholders., • Your span of control is across VWFS UK, VW Bank GmbH and compliance is required across the European Organisational Handbook (E-OHB), the FCA and the European Central Bank (ECB)., • You’ll have a team of circa. 50 people who work with our dealer network of circa. 800 sites to drive FS and network performance., • Be an agent for change by embracing new ways of working, innovative technologies and agile attitudes to work promoting ‘minimal viable everything’ attitude to encourage a collective growth mind-set in support of modernisation of the business., • You’ll develop and implement plans to meet objectives through existing and new routes to market by utilising current and, establishing new relationships with 3rd party retailers, emerging technology, and tech providers., • Plan and deliver sales, margin and market penetration objectives., • Lead sales activity that complies with internal and external regulations with the Consumer Credit Sourcebook (CONC) taking precedence over conflicting guidelines – this includes Vulnerable customers, product suitability and transparency and, behaviours and competence of introducers of our products., • Use strong negotiation skills with our network and 3rd parties, to grow sales, protect margin and support good customer outcomes., • Effectively manage introducer relationships through a robust communication infrastructure, clear performance indicators, and development with corrective action in place as appropriate., • Lead the sales engagement with our Enterprise Risk Framework and develop robust and effective reporting to support transparency with regulators., • You’ll engage and cooperate with VW companies in the UK to coordinate and implement joint strategies and build and maintain an effective industry network., • You’ll play a leading role within our Credit Assessment & Retailer Services functions. What’s in it for you? Bonus: Discretionary on-target bonus of up to 25% (based on personal and Group company performance) Pension: Employer pension contribution of 9% (based on employee contribution of 3%). VWFS will pay 6% if employee chooses a 2% employee contribution. Car schemes*: Choice of Employee Car Ownership (ECO) scheme for petrol/diesel and hybrid vehicles plus car insurance and fuel card. OR Company Car scheme for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) plus car insurance cover for you and a partner/eligible family member. Other benefits: From day 1 we provide income protection, life assurance (4x salary), retail discount vouchers , access to Care Concierge (a service to support carers of adults), along with other salary sacrifice options including a will writing service and cycle to work (subject to scheme restrictions). Following successful completion of probation, you will have access to private medical insurance for you with the option to buy additional family cover/ and your family access to our loan car scheme for up to 2 cars for your partner or eligible family members (subject to scheme restrictions) and during our annual benefit window you can purchase critical illness cover and dental cover , so you can select the benefits that matter to you. We invest in our people and are passionate about driving development. You’ll have access to LinkedIn Learning via our Degreed platform as well as a host of professional development programmes and opportunities to build your technical and soft skills so you can further develop your career. We also offer mentoring schemes and reciprocal partnerships recognising that we can all learn from each other in the flow of work. * * * Why join VWFS UK? You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference by helping us to achieve our mission. Our mission is straight forward; we want to be 'The Key to Mobility'. That means we make getting from A-to-B as easy and simple for as many people as possible. To truly meet the mobility needs of people in a changing world, our offering goes beyond traditional vehicle financing. We do this by providing a range of finance and aftersales products on Volkswagen Group vehicles, as well as developing innovative mobility products designed to solve real problems and support our customers. No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! VWFS is proud to be an inclusive employer and encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion isn’t just a statement for us, we encourage and aspire for all our colleagues to be their 100% self. If you need any reasonable adjustments to assist you with the application and/or recruitment processes, please contact our Resourcing Team. The Retail Sales Director is a ‘Certified’ /Senior Manager role under the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SMCR) and the role holder is required to comply with the FCA’s Conduct Rules. A mandatory requirement of the SMCR is for VWFS to certify that the role holder is fit and proper to perform the duties on an ongoing basis.

Role: Nights - Mechanical Maintenance Fitter / Mechanical Engineer Salary: £55,000 to £58,000 per annum, depending on experience, + loads of overtime paid at x1.5 & x2.0 + benefits (Circa £62k - £65k potential with overtime) Hours: 4 on, 4 off working pattern - Nights - 6.30pm to 6.30am Location: Commutable from Walsall, Lichfield, Cannock, Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Tamworth and surrounding areas Company We are currently recruiting Mechanical Engineer / Fitter, to work within a supported and driven maintenance department, looking after a range of production machinery via planned and reactive maintenance, and project work. You will be encouraged and have opportunities to learn and progress your skills and even gain further qualifications if you're keen to do so. Whether it be in mechanical engineering or if you're wanting to learn and grow more in electrical and become multi skilled, this is also available! They require the right attitude, from someone with a good base of knowledge who is looking for that next challenging and rewarding career. Responsibilities * From troubleshooting to planned preventive maintenance (PPM), you will be hands-on with specialist machinery, ensuring everything runs like clockwork. * It's a dynamic role where problem-solving skills and technical expertise are used daily, and you will be a key player contributing to the efficiency and reliability of the production processe...

We are seeking a highly organised and customer-focused Conference Assistant to support the delivery of conferences and events across the University. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills, a passion for events, and experience in a customer-facing environment. You will play a key role in coordinating event logistics, supporting sales and promotion of facilities, and ensuring exceptional service delivery from enquiry through to event completion. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and confident working both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced events environment. Key Responsibilities Provide administrative support for conference bookings, enquiries, and event coordination • Act as a key point of contact for customers, offering advice and ensuring excellent service delivery, • Support the promotion and sales of conference facilities, including tours and external events, • Coordinate event logistics, liaising with internal teams and external suppliers The Conference Team is a small, commercially driven department focused on delivering high-quality events and exceptional customer service. The team plays a key role in enhancing the University’s reputation at a local, national, and international level by promoting and hosting a wide range of conferences and events. Income generated is reinvested back into the University, directly supporting the student experience. The team works collaboratively with other areas within the Campus Experience Department, including Catering and Sport, to deliver seamless and professional services. With a strong emphasis on innovation, partnership working, and customer satisfaction, the department is committed to continuous improvement and creating memorable experiences for all clients. What's in it for you? • Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme, • An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!, • Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance, • Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential, • The Perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts

Nights - Mechanical Maintenance Fitter / Mechanical Engineer. We are currently recruiting Mechanical Engineer / Fitter, to work within a supported and driven maintenance department, looking after a range of production machinery via planned and reactive maintenance, and project work. Whether it be in

* * SALARY: Starting from27,422 pa dependent on experience LOCATION: Brunswick Court, Milton Keynes HYBRID WORKING: Our current hybrid working policy requires a minimum of 60% of working time to be based in the Milton Keynes office however flexibility is expected to meet the needs of the business and the role. HOURS / CONTRACT TYPE: Full time Fixed term, 35 hours p/w CLOSING DATE: 10/05/2026 We reserve the right to close the advert earlier If we receive a high volume of applications. We’re looking for a Senior Collections and Recoveries Advisor to act as a Subject Matter Expert within the department. Supporting colleagues in becoming experts within their role, whilst spending around 50% of time directly supporting customers themselves. This specialist role will be instrumental in assessing our customer’s individual circumstances in order to resolve overall VWFS arrears levels while ensuring our regulatory and customer commitments are achieved. What you’ll be doing: • Take full ownership and use initiative to resolve customer arrears within first contact resolution and deliver a personal service “making VWFS easy to do business with", • Provide technical coaching and training for Collections Advisors to enable them to effectively manage and resolve customer arrears, • Act as Collections role model demonstrating core skills around negotiation, difficult conversations, vulnerable customer management and active listening, • Coach and develop C&R Advisors on escalated calls, emails and letter checking to increase competence, • Provide clear and concise process expertise on a defined range of arrears and vulnerable customer processes and be recognised by others as a point of contact for advice, guidance and process improvement, • Provide first line support and guidance for Advisors and deputise for Team Manager where appropriate, • Support, coach and guide new C&R Advisors during the training and induction phase to embed knowledge and skill set for the role, • Work to agreed service levels, quality targets and operational metrics as determined by the department relating to all aspects of Collections and Recoveries and Customer experience, • Supporting recruitment up to Band 2 to ensure key departmental KPI’s are achieved, • Demonstrate subject matter expert knowledge and behaviour when identifying and managing vulnerable customers and complaints Complete administrative tasks as per team requirements What you’ll bring: We are looking for a candidate that already has a sound understanding of Collections and Recoveries. Essential experience & skills • Demonstrable understanding of all relevant aspects legislation/requirements including but not limited to TCF, FCA, FOS, • Experience of working in a complaints environment, either within financial services or another industry type, • Proven experience in credit collections, • Previous customer service centre, call centre or finance company experience is desirable, • An understanding of the Data Protection Act and Consumer Credit Act is desirable, • Good knowledge of a wide range of processes and business systems i.e. SAP, CMS, CRM is desirable, • Strong communication skills at all levels including Senior Management and external stakeholders What’s in it for you? Bonus: Discretionary 10% on-target bonus (based on personal and Group company performance) Pension: Employer pension contribution of 9% (based on employee contribution of 3%). VWFS will pay 6% if employee chooses a 2% employee contribution. Car schemes*: Choice of Employee Car Ownership (ECO) scheme for petrol/diesel and hybrid vehicles plus car insurance OR Company Car scheme for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) plus car insurance cover for you and a partner/eligible family member. Other benefits: From day 1 we provide income protection, life assurance (4x salary), retail discount vouchers , access to Care Concierge (a service to support carers of adults), along with other salary sacrifice options including a will writing service and cycle to work (subject to scheme restrictions). Following successful completion of probation, you will have access to private medical insurance for you (with the option to buy additional family cover), access to our loan car scheme for up to 2 cars for your partner or eligible family members (subject to scheme restrictions) and during our annual benefit window you can purchase critical illness cover and dental cover , so you can select the benefits that matter to you. We invest in our people and are passionate about driving development. You’ll have access to LinkedIn Learning via our Degreed platform as well as a host of professional development programmes and opportunities to build your technical and soft skills so you can further develop your career. We also offer mentoring schemes and reciprocal partnerships recognising that we can all learn from each other in the flow of work. * * * Why join VWFS UK? You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference by helping us to achieve our mission. Our mission is straight forward; we want to be 'The Key to Mobility'. That means we make getting from A-to-B as easy and simple for as many people as possible. To truly meet the mobility needs of people in a changing world, our offering goes beyond traditional vehicle financing. We do this by providing a range of finance and aftersales products on Volkswagen Group vehicles, as well as developing innovative mobility products designed to solve real problems and support our customers. No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! VWFS is proud to be an inclusive employer and encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion isn’t just a statement for us, we encourage and aspire for all our colleagues to be their 100% self. If you need any reasonable adjustments to assist you with the application and/or recruitment processes, please contact our Resourcing Team. This role does not meet the UKVI’s criteria for the skilled worker sponsorship route, therefore we are unable to accept candidates requiring sponsorship for this role.

We work with some of the biggest names in the Media & Entertainment Industry. Do you have what it takes? Travel Beyond Limits and audition today! Senior Entertainment Travel Consultant (Hybrid) Full time, London, UK or Barcelona, Spain Lights, Camera, and Action! Are you passionate about television and film? This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced Travel Agent who wants to step into the Media & Entertainment world of travel! BCD Media & Entertainment works with the world’s most successful and influential companies in the entertainment industry. Leading artists, sporting teams, labels, media, and production companies have trusted us with their travel for over 40 years. Read on and have an audition with us today! As a Senior Entertainment Travel Consultant, you will • Provide travel-related information, and pro-actively suggest additional services to enhance the customers travel experience, • Offer expert advice and consultation to our travelers, including detailed travel information, itineraries and potentially suggesting upgrades and additional services that align with the customer’s needs, • Expertly use the appropriate the BCD Travel tools and systems to complete requests, • Extensive experience in the travel industry, • Solid working knowledge of the travel policies, procedures, and processes, • Knowledgeable with travel industry system GDS Sabre, • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, • Proven ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, • Ability to work independently, exercising discretion and judgment, • High level of self-reliance and decision-making ability We are the Media & Entertainment division of BCD Travel, one of the world’s largest and most admired travel management companies. Leading artists, sporting teams, labels, media, and production companies have trusted us with their travel for over 40 years. We handle anything from managing travel for TV & Film productions, making sure that the artists and their entourage arrive on the red carpet on time, to transporting a football team internationally to a cup final at a moment’s notice! About BCD Travel We’re a market leader in travel management: We help people and companies travel smart and achieve more, and our clients include some of the world’s best-known and most innovative business and consumer brands. We operate in more than 100 countries, and the majority of our 10,000+ people work virtually (because a 10-second commute usually makes awesome sense). We’re committed to sustainability and to driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Learn more about ___. Your life at BCD Working at BCD means connecting, collaborating and celebrating. You’ll be part of a virtual, dynamic and flexible work environment that fosters a good work-life balance so you can focus on what makes you happy. But don’t just take our word for it! Hear why people join BCD and more about the great perks of ___. You’ll be offered • Flexible working hours and work-from-home or remote opportunities, • Opportunities to grow your skillset and career, • Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge, • A compensation package that feels fair to you, including mental, physical, and financial wellbeing tools, • Travel industry professional perks and discounts We’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about a role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we still encourage you to apply. We are committed to providing reasonable and necessary accommodations to ensure all employees can perform their roles effectively. For accommodation requests or further information, contact our Talent Acquisition department at #LI-Hybrid #LI-PL1

Elevate your healthcare career! Are you an experienced healthcare professional ready for a role that offers meaning, balance, and the chance to use your clinical skills in a new and rewarding way? If you're a Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Paramedic , this could be the next chapter youve been waiting for. Our client delivers fair, high-quality and compassionate assessments for individuals applying for the Governments Personal Independence Payment (PIP) . Their mission is simple yet powerful: ensuring every person feels genuinely listened to, respected and supported. This role allows you to step away from shift work, reduce the physical demands of frontline care, and still make a significant impact all within structured hours and a supportive, professional environment. What Youll Be Doing In this role as a Functional Assessor , you will use your clinical expertise in a new, analytical context. Youll carry out telephone, video, in-person and paper-based assessments to understand how each individuals condition or disability affects their daily life. Working mainly from home through a hybrid model, youll attend your local assessment centre on scheduled days as required. Youll produce detailed, evidence-based reports typically 3,0004,000 words that support the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in their decision-making. Throughout every assessment, you will apply your professional judgement with empathy, impartiality and confidence. Full, comprehensive training will equip you to deliver assessments and reports to the highest standard. Training & Support Structured training programme running Monday to Friday, 9am5pm Comprehensive preparation for assessments and report writing Dedicated mentor throughout your first six months Ongoing coaching, feedback and development support A supportive team environment designed to help you grow and succeed Salary & Benefits Starting salary: £39,500 , increasing to £40,500 upon DWP approval Bonus scheme available after approval, based on performance and quality Clear, transparent career progression pathways Significantly enhanced worklife balance compared with traditional clinical roles What Youll Need A right to work in the UK without a need for sponsorship, or any restrictions Minimum one year post-registration experience as a nurse, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, or paramedic Full registration with the NMC or HCPC with a valid, unrestricted PIN Strong communication, listening and observational skills Ability to type at least 32 words per minute Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office and remote tools such as MS Teams A balanced, compassionate and professional approach to assessments Important Notice UK clinical titles are legally protected. Applicants must hold valid professional registration (e.g., NMC, GMC, HCPC). It is a criminal offence to falsely claim to be a registered healthcare professional. Please note, this is a full- time position only If this sounds like the role for you! Apply below or get in touch today to discuss the opportunist with one of our friendly team members, who will be happy to help every step of the way! INDCAP TPBN1_UKTJ

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd is looking for a Child Care Legal Assistant to join their Family and Child Care department in Birmingham, West Midlands. The role involves supporting solicitors with publicly funded child care matters, case preparation, and client communication. The position offers hybrid wo

Join Pegasus Academy as the Second in English. It is the smallest secondary academy in the Trust with over 600 learners on roll. The academy has an active Arts & Design department, effective support for learners with special educational needs (SEND), and a strong culture of safeguarding.

Opportunity to work for Dudley Council is on temporary ongoing basis for their Refuse Department. Job Duties: Collect refuse from residential and commercial locations according to scheduled routes. Load and unload waste materials efficiently while adhering to safety protocols. Safe operation of the bin lift and other equipment on the vehicle. Refuse collection Picking and collecting waste and garbage Separating collected materials that should be recycled Emptying garbage trucks that has been filled Crushing/ garbage refuse collected Following Health & Safety guidelines Successfully following instructions Working Hours: 07:00-15:00 05:45-13:45 06:00-14:00 The right candidate has to be flexible to work all shift patterns across both locations. This role involves manual lifting as well as long distance walking for around 10miles a day. We only accept CV applications for this role. If you believe you are the right fit for the role please press apply. Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

The role of Procurement Officer involves overseeing procurement activities to ensure efficient and cost-effective purchasing within the Not For Profit sector. Based in Wolverhampton, this position requires a candidate with a strong understanding of procurement and supply chain processes. Client Details This is a well-established organisation in the Not For Profit sector based in Wolverhampton. It operates with a focus on delivering impactful services and fostering organisational excellence through effective procurement practices. Description Manage procurement processes to ensure compliance with organisational policies and regulations. Identify cost-saving opportunities and negotiate contracts with suppliers to achieve value for money. Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong relationships to ensure quality and timely delivery of goods and services. Develop and implement procurement strategies to support the organisation's objectives. Prepare and analyse procurement reports to inform decision-making and ensure transparency. Support the Procurement & Supply Chain department in achieving operational efficiency. Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping of all procurement activities. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and deliver tailored procurement solutions.Profile A solid understanding of procurement principles and supply chain management within the Not For Profit sector. Strong analytical and negotiation skills to achieve cost-effective solutions. Proficiency in preparing and analysing procurement-related data and reports. Experience in managing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with policies. A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making. Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with stakeholders and suppliers.Job Offer Starting salary £36,200 rising with service. 30 days annual leave, plus Christmas closure (extra 3 days), plus bank holidays Hybrid working, 1-2 days on site in Wolverhampton Flexitime

Are you a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate looking to kick-start your career in a dynamic and supportive environment? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established UK manufacturer with over 100 years of engineering expertise, a strong global customer base, and a reputation for quality and innovation. With a turnover of £5m and a loyal, experienced team, our client is now looking for a motivated Technical Sales Engineer to join their growing sales department. What’s on offer? Competitive starting salary of £26,000 - £30,000 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) Free on-site parking Structured training and development opportunities Office-based role, working the following hours: Monday – Thursday: 9:00am – 5:30pm Friday: 9:00am – 4:30pm This is a fantastic entry-level position where you’ll gain hands-on experience in both engineering and commercial operations. You’ll work closely with experienced engineers and sales professionals, helping to deliver technical solutions to customers across a wide range of applications. Key responsibilities: Respond to customer enquiries via phone and email, providing technical support and solutions Assist in preparing accurate and competitive quotations Support order processing from initial enquiry through to completion Communicate with customers on order progress, availability, and lead times Work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers Maintain accurate records of enquiries, quotes, and orders Develop an understanding of market trends and customer needs What we’re looking for: Degree, HND, or BTEC in Mechanical Engineering (or similar) A basic understanding of mechanical systems (knowledge of power transmission is a bonus, not essential) A strong mathematical knowledge Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Confident using Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook) A proactive, positive attitude with a strong work ethic You’ll receive training, mentorship, and real responsibility from day one - making it a strong foundation for a long-term career in technical sales. If you’re eager to learn, enjoy solving problems, and want to build a career in engineering sales, this could be the perfect next step

Research and Development Technician Based near Dudley to c£35k neg dep exp + benefits Our client has been established for more than half a century and are recognised as a leading manufacturer of innovative and energy efficient solutions for a range of commercial and industrial applications, and as a result of continued success and a planned programme of strategic growth, are now seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and self-motivated Research and Development Technician to complement their R&D team and develop their career in a stable and progressive environment. Based near Dudley and reporting to the Development Manager, the successful Research and Development Technician candidate will be tasked with supporting the effective operation of the Research and Development function, involving the design, development, testing, approval, and support of new and modified products whilst ensuring compliance with relevant standards and supporting both internal and external stakeholders as required. Duties will include (but not be limited to): Undertaking the Design, build, and test of new and modified products in line with agreed specifications. Accurately recording test results and development activity. Designing and constructing appropriate test rigs to meet the defined test criteria. Building, preparing and evaluating prototype and test units. Ensuring products meet all technical requirements outlined in product specifications. Liaising with certified bodies to obtain CE approval through testing to relevant European standards and preparing, compiling and submitting all required product approval documentation. Ensuring development projects are delivered in accordance with agreed project plans. Producing innovative and practical solutions to design and engineering challenges. Identifying opportunities for product improvement and support implementation. Escalating product issues promptly to enable timely resolution.In addition to the above, you will support the Service and Technical Departments with technical expertise as required and liaise extensively with suppliers regarding component specifications, including sample testing. You will also support the Design Office with the production and refinement of engineering drawings and the Technical Author in the preparation of technical documentation and literature, whilst also providing support to the production team through test equipment and testing procedures. Other duties will include representing the Development Department at internal and external project meetings as required, developing and delivering product training materials for internal staff and external engineers and attending customer or site locations as required to diagnose and repair product breakdowns whilst ensuring all site work is conducted in compliance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations. To be considered for this varied and challenging Research and Development Technician role it is envisaged that the successful candidate will possess recognised engineering qualifications or be qualified by experience, with demonstrable knowledge of gas burner systems and strong fault-finding and repair capabilities. You will possess a good level of computer literacy across the MS suite of packages, along with a high standard of mathematical and written English skills. Contact the Manufacturing Team at Premier Technical Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email your cv in confidence to for further details

Research and Development Engineer West Midlands - commutable from Dudley, West Bromwich, Wolverhampton and Wednesbury £35k + benefits Our client has been established for more than half a century and are recognised as a leading manufacturer of innovative and energy efficient solutions for a range of commercial and industrial applications, and as a result of continued success and a planned programme of strategic growth, are now seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and self-motivated Research and Development Engineer to complement their R&D team and develop their career in a stable and progressive environment. Reporting to the Development Manager and based near Dudley, the successful Research and Development Engineer candidate will be tasked with supporting the effective operation of the Research and Development function, involving the design, development, testing, approval, and support of new and modified products whilst ensuring compliance with relevant standards and supporting both internal and external stakeholders as required. Duties will include (but not be limited to): Undertaking the Design, build, and test of new and modified products in line with agreed specifications. Accurately recording test results and development activity. Designing and constructing appropriate test rigs to meet the defined test criteria. Building, preparing and evaluating prototype and test units. Ensuring products meet all technical requirements outlined in product specifications. Liaising with certified bodies to obtain CE approval through testing to relevant European standards and preparing, compiling and submitting all required product approval documentation. Ensuring development projects are delivered in accordance with agreed project plans. Producing innovative and practical solutions to design and engineering challenges. Identifying opportunities for product improvement and support implementation. Escalating product issues promptly to enable timely resolution.In addition to the above, you will support the Service and Technical Departments with technical expertise as required and liaise extensively with suppliers regarding component specifications, including sample testing. You will also support the Design Office with the production and refinement of engineering drawings and the Technical Author in the preparation of technical documentation and literature, whilst also providing support to the production team through test equipment and testing procedures. Other duties will include representing the Development Department at internal and external project meetings as required, developing and delivering product training materials for internal staff and external engineers and attending customer or site locations as required to diagnose and repair product breakdowns whilst ensuring all site work is conducted in compliance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations. To be considered for this varied and challenging Research and Development Engineer role it is envisaged that the successful candidate will possess recognised engineering qualifications or be qualified by experience, with demonstrable knowledge of gas burner systems and strong fault-finding and repair capabilities. You will possess a good level of computer literacy across the MS suite of packages, along with a high standard of mathematical and written English skills. Contact the Manufacturing Team at Premier Technical Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email your cv in confidence to for further details

About the role We are looking to recruit an ambitious and successful individual to become the next BMW Motorrad Brand Manager at BMW Motorrad Wolverhampton. As a Sytner Brand Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the management and development of the entire BMW Motorrad sales operation. You will lead from the front and inspire a fantastic team of colleagues, including Sales Executives and Business Managers, all of whom are integral in making the department the success that it is today. You will also coach and mentor individuals and team competence in order to further the department's success. With an increased focus on digital enquiries in 2019, your key objectives aside from maximising opportunities to meet sales and profit targets, include effective enquiry management, and ensuring optimum stock of BMW Motorrad Approved used/new motorbike is available at all times. This is a full-time role which can typically include weekends to ensure we provide our customers with the highest possible levels of service. About you It's imperative that the successful candidate will come to us with a history of outstanding results in a similar position within the automotive industry. You will not be satisfied by just hitting your targets and your ambition drives you to exceed on every occasion. A desire and passion to bring new ideas to the department to continue to drive our year-on-year growing performance are paramount. You should be a strong motivator and someone who not only leads but is there to help and support their colleagues. Why Sytner? Sytner Group are delighted to provide an industry-leading benefits package. We are passionate about continuous improvement and building an environment where everyone feels valued, appreciated and able to reach their full potential. Enhanced Holiday Entitlement – 27 days plus bank holidays Company Car Industry-leading Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay Private Medical Insurance Recognition of Long Service every 5 years Discounted Car Schemes Career Development Enhanced Pension Entitlement One day a year paid voluntary / community work At Sytner, our values and the way we behave are important to us. We are committed to creating an equitable working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, supporting our colleagues to thrive and achieve their full potential. As part of our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, you have the right to ask for changes / adjustments to job interviews and the recruitment process. For more information around reasonable adjustments and the recruitment process please

Receive and process calls from a range of other departments wishing to report or make enquiries regarding a wide range of responsive repairs. To take follow up action in respect of calls received liaising with customers and issuing work to trade colleagues, contractors and a wide range of council departments. To refer all calls and queries regarding daytime emergencies to the appropriate areas/teams operations officers. Process all reports in an accurate and timely manner. Act as point of contact for on-site staff/managers and maintain a log of their whereabouts both for safety, workload management and audit purposes. Receive repair requests, to diagnose using skills, training and IT systems, establish the reason for the request, its urgency and to take prompt and appropriate action in accordance with policy procedures and instructions. Respond to any enquiry, including making appropriate referrals to other Housing or Council services. Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of all data bases and software used within the Department including any amendments. To be responsible for undertaking daily scheduling of operatives including resource levelling and reassigning tasks where necessary. Ensure workforce holidays/absences are entered into the systems. Liaise with other planners or Business Support Co-ordinators ensuring there is no conflict with schedules. Respond to Council wide emergency calls for repairs, public buildings, schools, council offices, highways, urban environment etc. Assist the officers in dealing with queries regarding materials ordered, ensuring adequate materials were ordered to reduce overspend and ensuring material costs have been claimed back through relevant systems. To assist in the training and development of team members when required including agency workers. Sending 'Engineer Request's' to manufactures for items that have failed but within the warranty period. Constantly checking to update the status of a job issued to Operatives and Contractors in Servitor and DRS and update Databases and spreadsheets. Responsible for the management of significant information management systems. Carry out any other duties commensurate with the nature of the post.Regularly liaise with operatives/contractors to monitor progress of work to ensure schedules are not at risk and take corrective action by moving recourses to suit service demands when necessary. To plan and manage daytime emergencies whilst ensuring KPI's are adhered to.Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Development Engineer West Midlands - commutable from Walsall, Wednesbury, Dudley and Wolverhampton c £35k neg dep exp + benefits Our client has been established for more than half a century and are recognised as a leading manufacturer of innovative and energy efficient solutions for a range of commercial and industrial applications, and as a result of continued success and a planned programme of strategic growth, are now seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and self-motivated Development Engineer to complement their R&D team and develop their career in a stable and progressive environment. Commutable from the Walsall, Wednesbury and Wolverhampton area and reporting to the Development Manager, the successful Development Engineer candidate will be tasked with supporting the effective operation of the Research and Development function, involving the design, development, testing, approval, and support of new and modified products whilst ensuring compliance with relevant standards and supporting both internal and external stakeholders as required. Duties will include (but not be limited to): Undertaking the Design, build, and test of new and modified products in line with agreed specifications. Accurately recording test results and development activity. Designing and constructing appropriate test rigs to meet the defined test criteria. Building, preparing and evaluating prototype and test units. Ensuring products meet all technical requirements outlined in product specifications. Liaising with certified bodies to obtain CE approval through testing to relevant European standards and preparing, compiling and submitting all required product approval documentation. Ensuring development projects are delivered in accordance with agreed project plans. Producing innovative and practical solutions to design and engineering challenges. Identifying opportunities for product improvement and support implementation. Escalating product issues promptly to enable timely resolution.In addition to the above, you will support the Service and Technical Departments with technical expertise as required and liaise extensively with suppliers regarding component specifications, including sample testing. You will also support the Design Office with the production and refinement of engineering drawings and the Technical Author in the preparation of technical documentation and literature, whilst also providing support to the production team through test equipment and testing procedures. Other duties will include representing the Development Department at internal and external project meetings as required, developing and delivering product training materials for internal staff and external engineers and attending customer or site locations as required to diagnose and repair product breakdowns whilst ensuring all site work is conducted in compliance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations. To be considered for this varied and challenging Development Engineer role it is envisaged that the successful candidate will possess recognised engineering qualifications or be qualified by experience, with demonstrable knowledge of gas burner systems and strong fault-finding and repair capabilities. You will possess a good level of computer literacy across the MS suite of packages, along with a high standard of mathematical and written English skills. Contact the Manufacturing Team at Premier Technical Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email your cv in confidence to for further details

Company Description Culina Group is a leading UK 3rd party food & drinks logistics provider offering dedicated and shared user warehousing and distribution solutions. At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired! Job Description We have an exciting opportunity to join our IT Team as a Business Systems Manager. In this role, the successful candidate will work with the Group IT Director as the key point of contact for the business unit senior teams to Culina Group IT function for all IT services. You will manage relationships with key stakeholders within the business unit along with leads and technical experts across the Culina Group IT function in order to ensure business priorities and needs are well understood and translated into appropriate IT delivery. The successful candidate will also support the Group IT Director by turning concepts into manageable delivery plans, helping others to understand the rationale and ensure they know what is expected of them to achieve the required outcomes. Key Duties; Engage with business unit annual planning cycle and act as communication conduit to ensure plans are understood within the Group IT function Align IT resource (within own team, wider Group IT function and 3rd parties) with business needs, reviewing regularly Manages own team to deliver required outcomes Develops team to deliver for today and future, including succession planning and talent management Sets goals for the team that contribute to the to the strategic objectives for the Group IT function and support the business unit strategic objectives Works cross-functionally with teams in Group IT and business unit department(s) to deliver appropriate end to end technology solutions Lead team to work with Group IT teams such as Programme, Architecture, Infrastructure & Security to ensure effective solution design is undertaken, and that end to end solutions are realised and operated effectively to meet the needs of the business unit and the wider Culina Group Help to define and facilitate the regular reporting of IT service delivered to the business unit; Support the Culina Group IT service teams to conduct service reviews with the business unit representative(s) Lead own team, and co-ordinate with Culina Group IT service, operations and infrastructure teams, to provide agreed levels of service for the business unit applications landscape Promote and drive the alignment of business processes and solution platforms across Culina Group Identify, analyse, and communicate key technology risks for the business unit. Work with the business unit and Culina Group IT stakeholders to ensure appropriate management measures are put in place, aligned to Culina Group polices and supporting the business unit business success Qualifications Ability to adapt to change and help lead / drive change Displays resilience, determination and flexibility Proactive approach and outlook Develops cross-functional effectiveness to achieve results Driving for excellence in self and creating environment and opportunities for team to raise their capability Strong communication / interpersonal skills Strong understanding of Logistics, Warehousing and Transport Planning systems and process Understands Culina Group and customer needs in a commercial context Able to apply analytical thinking to understand business and application process and architecture Effective business relationship management (strong relationship building and persuasion) Able to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders Awareness, appreciation and experience of operating using industry standard IT processes (eg project management, ITIL, structured development methodologies etc) Strong desire to achieve Strong organisation and planning skills for self and others Additional Information As part of our drive to make Culina Group a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers. Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives. Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include: Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement of 25 Days plus 8 Bank Holidays Company Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When we achieve our goals you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme Private Medical Cover – This gives you peace of mind, you have choice, flexibility and speed of access to the most clinically appropriate care via Bupa Car Allowance Pension scheme – we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 8% employer Life Assurance - x4 your annual salary Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards. Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam

Electrical & Instrumentation Manager Engineering Department An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an Engineering Department as the lead of highly skilled Electrical and Instrumentation teams within a lower-tier COMAH facility. We are seeking an experienced and qualified Electrical & Instrumentation Manager for an immediate start. Key Duties and Responsibilities Overall responsibility for the management of the Electrical & Instrumentation departments, including a team of 14 engineers, as well as external contractors as required. Project delivery responsibility, including the design, specification, and installation of all electrical and instrumentation equipment for capital and maintenance projects, ensuring expenditure is controlled within authorised budgets. Full accountability for Electrical & Instrumentation maintenance operations, including the provision, operation, and continuous development of maintenance systems. Safety, Health & Environmental leadership: promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture, ensuring full compliance with all legal and statutory requirements, as well as internal rules and procedures. Liaison at all levels across the organisation, with external interaction including suppliers, contractors, and regulatory bodies.Qualifications and Experience Minimum HNC in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or Instrumentation & Control (degree-level qualification desirable). At least 10 years of post-qualification practical experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a supervisory or management role, gained within an instrumentation and control environment. Expert-level experience in PLC and HMI programming, ideally including RSLogix 500, Studio 5000, and FactoryTalk View. Strong understanding of ATEX regulations and hazardous area classification. Good understanding of functional safety in an industrial process plant environment. Ability to manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing operational priorities. Proficient in the use of Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). Excellent personnel and people management skills. Strong IT skills, including AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications.Package and Benefits Competitive and negotiable salary. 25 days' annual leave plus all UK bank holidays. 40-hour working week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, with a 30-minute lunch break. Paid sickness scheme. Life assurance. Access to a stakeholder pension scheme

Our client provides nationwide mobile servicing, maintenance, and repair for tail lifts and commercial vehicle equipment. With a team of highly trained engineers and a reputation for responsive, customer-focused service, they're now looking for two experienced Service Co-Ordinators to join their growing team. Role information: Salary - £27,000 per annum (starting figure and to be reviewed in 6 months post start date) Location - Wednesbury, West Midlands Hours of work - 37.5 hours per week with shifts either 07:30-16:00 or 8:30-17:00 The Service Coordinator plays a vital role in planning, coordinating, and supporting engineering operations to deliver high-quality service to customers. This role ensures accuracy in job scheduling, effective use of resources, customer communication, and profitability of service delivery. It requires a high level of attention to detail, organisational capability, and a proactive approach to managing engineer utilisation and customer expectations. Key Responsibilities (not limited to): • Plan and schedule engineers to maximise utilisation and match skill sets using the skills matrix., • Ensure correct hours are allocated to each job and confirm alignment with engineer availability., • Hire engineering equipment such as towers as required for job completion., • Gain appropriate authorisation from customers before job commencement., • Keep customers updated throughout the job process and manage expectations clearly and professionally., • Send accurate parts information to suppliers, including video links where applicable, to ensure correct parts are identified and ordered., • Use customer-specific job platforms to update progress, submit estimates, final costs, and final invoices., • Ensure data input is accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with agreed formats and timelines., • Maintain robust internal job records aligned to the customer platforms., • Cost jobs to maximise profitability while ensuring value for the customer., • Ensure all job-related costs are captured and authorised appropriately., • Support the invoicing process by ensuring all required details are submitted promptly., • Work closely with mobile engineers, the customer care team, and the parts department to ensure smooth and efficient service delivery., • Relay information from job notes accurately to relevant stakeholders for timely decision making., • Act as a point of coordination between field teams and the office. The successful candidate will have the following key skills/experience: Essential: · Proven experience in a service coordination, operations or scheduling role. · Excellent planning and organisation skills with strong attention to detail. · Confidence working across multiple digital platforms and databases. · Strong communication skills across face-to-face, telephone, email, and Teams. · Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to changing situations. · Customer-focused with a proactive problem-solving approach. Desirable: · Experience within the commercial vehicle or tail lift industry. · Knowledge of customer job platforms and costing systems. · Understanding of service operations and engineer scheduling. If you are an experienced Service Co-Ordinator looking for your next challenge with a successful commercial vehicle specialist, we encourage you to apply today. Please submit your CV to be considered, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity further

Electrical & Instrumentation Manager. West Midlands (M5/M6 area). £competitive salary & benefits package. As one of the UK’s largest independent manufacturers supplying to the commercial sector, my client manufactures fine chemicals and rubber accelerators and has a history spanning over 150 years. With their headquarters in the West Midlands, they are true pioneers within the chemicals industry. With strategic expansion plans, an opportunity has arisen for an Electrical & Instrumentation Manager to join them and take ownership of the overall responsibility for the management of the Electrical and Instrumentation departments, as well as the design, specification and installation of all electrical and instrument equipment for new and capital maintenance work. Does this sound like the type of company that can offer you an exciting next step of your career? Reporting into the Head of Engineering, the key responsibilities for your new role as Electrical & Instrumentation Manager are as follows: • Overall responsibility for the management of the Electrical & Instrumentation departments which includes 14 Engineers, along with external Contractors, as and when required., • Responsibility for the design, specification and installation of all electrical and instrument equipment for new capital and maintenance work, and controlling expenditure within authorised budgets., • Ownership of the provision, operation and development of all electrical and instrumentation maintenance systems., • Maintaining and promoting a safe operating culture within the department, ensuring that in all aspects, it operates to the highest levels of safety and meets all legal and statutory requirements, company rules and procedures., • Liaison at all levels inside the company and outside contacts – typically including suppliers, contractors and agencies such as the HSE and EA. My client is keen to find someone with a HND / HNC in Electrical / Electronic Engineering, or Instrumentation & Control, as a minimum (ideally a degree), and ten years’ practical industry experience, with at least five years in a supervisory role within an instrumentation and control background. Extensive expertise in PLC / HMI programming is also essential, along with a good understanding of functional safety within an industrial process plant environment. Regardless of previous expertise, you will have a flexible attitude and be able to deal with multiple complex jobs simultaneously and excellent personnel management skills. In return, my client is offering a competitive salary and benefits package, including 25 days holiday per year (+ Bank holidays), life assurance, pension scheme, medical cash benefit plan and a generous company sick scheme. As the organisation continues to expand, opportunities for future progression will be readily available for those who want it. You will be working a 40 hour week and the working hours for the role are Monday – Friday 8am – 4.30pm. The company are easily accessible from West Bromwich, Oldbury, Tipton, Dudley, Wednesbury, Smethwick and the surrounding areas and the area offers sensibly priced accommodation and a variety of lifestyle options to suite every taste. If this Electrical & Instrumentation Manager role is of interest to you, please apply online

We are currently seeking an experienced Engineering Maintenance Team Leader to join a brand new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the Aldridge area on a 4 on 4 off basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a cutting-edge environment with a company that values its employees and offers exceptional benefits, including a pension match up to 10%, overtime opportunities, and training for ILM & IOSH. The company has recently completed a multi-million Capex investment, resulting in new production lines and improved efficiencies, making this the perfect time to join a forward-thinking, market-leading organisation. As an international manufacturer, the company is committed to investing in its people, providing extensive training and opportunities for career progression. What's in it for you as Engineering Maintenance Team Leader: Basic salary circa £60k+ per annum Training and career development, including health and safety training, management training (ILM), cross skilling and upskilling Job security and personal development within a market leading, international manufacturing organisation Hours of work - 4 on 4 off days and nights - 6am to 6pm, 6pm - 6am Attractive Benefits: Matched pension up to 10%, share options, premium overtime rates, and an extensive benefits programme (including a cycle-to-work scheme and shopping discounts). State-of-the-Art Facility: Work in a brand new, modern manufacturing environment alongside a skilled team of engineers in a permanent role.Key Duties of Engineering Team Leader: Managing the assignment of either electrical or mechanical workload across the department Undertaking improvement projects working closely with central project engineering teams Deputy to maintenance manager, taking control of staff during when absent or off site Responsible for subcontractor management and safety Responsible for identifying and eliminating recurring plant issues through engineering improvements Responsible for driving improved plant reliability through best practiceExperience and Qualifications Required: Engineering qualified NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification - Mechanical or Electrical - Multiskilled Strong Environmental Health and Safety awareness Previous experience as an Engineering Shift Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager etc Awareness of manufacturing costs and cost control Previous experience of undertaking maintenance within a manufacturing environment Previous experience of the development and application of PPM activities If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a market-leading company with a focus on innovation and employee development, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be part of an exciting new chapter in manufacturing excellence

Location: Aldridge Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £35,000 p/a plus monthly performance bonus OTE £45,000 p/a Benefits: Company Pension We are recruiting and have an exciting opportunity for an experienced transport planner with experience in hiab transport to work within the planning department and manage daily operations of our hiab fleet. We require previous experience in the the planning and operations of Hiab vehicles in a previous role and the successful candidate must be keen to work with us to grow this department. The successful candidate must have a proactive mindset and be able to positively manage and plan a team of drivers operating across the UK to maximise the efficient operations of the fleet. The successful candidate must also be customer focused and service driven. With our FORS Silver fleet currently operating in the rail, construction, manufacturing, engineering and event sectors transporting all manner of products from rail ballast, modular buildings to concrete products and power generation equipment we have an excellent opportunity to grow the fleet and in turn for the successful candidate to progress further in their career here fully supported by an experienced senior team. Responsibilities • Transport planning and scheduling., • Driver and vehicle management., • Taking phone calls and dealing with general enquiries via email., • Quoting and planning / managing vehicles on a daily basis, • Developing business with clients and maximising opportunities., • Input of data including entering/updating job files maintaining our transport planning system(Fleet Wizard)., • Developing and harnessing a positive working relationship with driving team. Requirements • Experience of working in a transport environment operating hiab vehicles is essential., • Must possess a good geographical knowledge of the UK., • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role and must possess knowledge of planning and routing with hiab vehicles., • Good communicator, strong written and verbal communication skills, people orientated, good telephone manner, problem solver and an outgoing personality is a must., • Able to work as part of a team, under own initiative and cope under pressure in a busy department., • IT literate with knowledge of Microsoft and able to adapt to in-house bespoke systems., • Current and valid UK driving licence

Dudley Council is looking for experienced HGV Class 2 Drivers to join their waste department. A Driver would also be responsible for supervising loaders. This is an ongoing agency role. Working hours may vary depending on the needs of the service. Salary: £18.35 p/h Requirements: • VALID HGV LICENSE CLASS 2, • WASTE DRIVING EXPERIENCE, • VALID CPC, • CLEAN DRIVING LICENSE Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Job Title: Principal M&E Surveying Engineer Location: Birmingham (with nationwide travel) Employment Type: Full-Time Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Principal M&E Surveying Engineer to lead the delivery of comprehensive asset capture, lifecycle, condition, and dilapidation surveys. The successful candidate will act as a key technical lead, interfacing with a diverse range of clients, consultants, and construction partners to deliver high-quality project outcomes. Key Responsibilities Technical Delivery: Execute technical services to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. Team Leadership: Lead and manage multi-site survey commissions simultaneously. As the department scales, take on departmental leadership duties, including mentoring and developing graduate/junior surveyors. Site Surveying: Conduct on-site mechanical and electrical inspections. Record asset conditions and identify defects using specialist tablet-based software. Data Analysis & Reporting: Review existing maintenance and servicing records to inform accurate condition grading. Produce detailed, high-quality technical reports. Relationship Management: Liaise effectively with clients, professional bodies, contractors, and internal stakeholders. Versatility: Work autonomously on smaller, specialized projects or lead larger teams on complex commissions. Scope of Surveys You will be responsible for a variety of survey types across sectors including Healthcare, Education, Hospitality, and Commercial real estate: Asset Capture & Lifecycle: Identifying and grading all existing assets and prioritizing remedial works.  Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM): Developing 5–10 year maintenance budget projections. Defect & Dilapidation: Managing latent defect inspections and end-of-tenancy/lease dilapidation assessments. Environmental Validation: Performing testing (lighting lux, acoustics, ventilation, thermal performance, water services) to verify M&E systems against contract specifications and room data sheets. Required Skills & Experience Qualifications: HNC/HND or City & Guilds qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Surveying Experience: Proven track record as a Senior/Principal M&E Surveyor, with experience in project delivery, team coordination, and client-facing progress meetings. Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of British Standards, building regulations, and current M&E design/installation best practices. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; capable of producing precise, professional technical reports. Tech Proficiency: High level of IT literacy (Microsoft Office Suite). Experience with tablet-based surveying software (e.g., GoReport) is highly advantageous. Leadership: Demonstrated experience in training, mentoring, and developing junior staff. Working Conditions Flexibility: This role requires regular travel across the UK, including overnight stays (fully expensed). Initiative: Ability to work proactively under pressure and meet tight project deadlines, whether working alone or as part of a team

All About Us Working for our BES Dockstock business, based at our Barrett Engineering Steel, Willenhall Site, we have a new Purchasing Administrator role available to fully support our purchasing team. You will be responsible for providing full administrative and purchasing support. This important position contributes to the quality of customer service and the achievement of targets and site performance. The Hours for this role are Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 5pm All About the Role Specific tasks include: Entering purchase orders, verifying accuracy Ensuring accurate and efficient receipt of incoming materials in accordance with the Goods Inward Schedule and procedure. Support the planning of incoming loads and communicating with suppliers, depots, operations and commercial teams. Supporting with the multi-site purchase of products; different grades and composition of materials. Monitor, progress and checking of orders with suppliers. Accurate completion of customs declarations. Any ad hoc duties to contribute to ensuring the department achieves all high standards of service, including scanning/filing/storage of documentation and general duties. We offer you £Highly competitive plus excellent benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Annual Cycle to work scheme Life assurance Company discount scheme for savings on retail and leisure Access to health and wellbeing services Barrett Steel pension Career progression All About You You will have the passion, drive, and confidence to work within the business in a collaborative, creative way. Essential Skills for the role: A proved track record in a busy administration role is essential, previous experience within a purchasing department would be very beneficial. Proactive attitude & approach with a one team mindset. High level of accuracy with good computer skills, namely Excel, MS Office & Outlook Build strong relationships quickly & holds excellent communications skills Highly organised & methodical in your approach. Full UK driving license. How it feels to work for us We provide a fantastic opportunity to work within a forward-thinking organisation that is respected as the UK’s leading steel stockholder. Our people are the driving force behind Barrett Steel, and we seek individuals who are passionate, hard-working, ambitious and demonstrate a ‘can-do’ attitude to help us build and develop the business. Barrett Steel encourages innovative thinking and has an open door for people to lead and influence change. REF-(Apply online only)

Job Title: Water Hygiene Operations Manager Location: Walsall, West Midlands Salary/Benefits: £40k - £65k + OTE & Benefits Our client is a multi-disciplined Compliance / Building Services outfit, with a successful and rapidly growing Water Hygiene / Legionella department. They are seeking an experienced and switched-on Operations Manager to join their team in the Midlands region. You will be integral in overseeing the successful delivery of legionella, water hygiene and remedial services to a diverse portfolio of clients. It is essential for interested applicants to hold existing team management experience and must be comfortable with handling simultaneous projects, varying in nature and value. You will be mainly based out of the office, and travelling to site when required, to meet with clients and / or oversee the induction of new engineers. Our client is offering excellent salaries, in addition to bonus structures and comprehensive benefits packages. We can consider candidates from the following locations: Walsall, Wolverhampton, West Bromwich, Birmingham, Coventry, Hinckley, Nuneaton, Leicester, Rugby, Royal Leamington Spa, Redditch, Kidderminster, Stourbridge, Telford, Stafford, Cannock, Rugeley, Lichfield, Tamworth, Stoke-on-Trent, Uttoxeter, Burton upon Trent, Derby, Nottingham, Long Eaton, Beeston, Coventry. Experience / Qualifications: • Successful track record working as a Water Hygiene / Legionella Operations Manager, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Robust industry knowledge, including: ACOP L8 and HSG 274 guidelines, • It would be advantageous to hold industry-related qualifications (e.g. City and Guilds (WMSoc) Legionella Risk Assessing, TMV servicing, NVQ Level 2 Plumbing, G3 Unvented ticket), • Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills, • Flexible to travel when needed, • Professional manner The Role: • Overseeing the successful delivery of legionella, water hygiene and remedial plumbing services to a mixed porfolio of clients, • Monitoring projects to ensure they are completed within agreed scope and deadlines, • Allocating works to teams of engineers, • Completing competency checks and auditing on engineers / risk assessors, • Acting as a key point of contact for site staff, providing logistical and technical support, • Liaising with clients to discuss contractual requirements and answer any technical queries, • Leading training sessions and tool box talks for site staff, • Working closely with supervisors and members of management to track progress, • Supporting the continued growth of the business, following up on warm client leads, • Upselling of services to existing clients, • Handling complaints from clients and ensuring to investigate and resolve, • Maintaining high customer satisfaction levels, • Carrying out neccesssary diciplinary meetings with engineers, • Completing recruitment within the business, conducting interviews and supporting the on-boarding process, • Reporting into the Directors to discuss company performance Future Select are recruiting in the Water Treatment/Hygiene industry; we work with the best clients & candidates and supply the majority of permanent jobs in the market. We would be interested in speaking to candidates with experience in any disciplines from Risk Assessors, Service Engineers, Account Managers and Business Development/Operational Managers through to Director level. We are inundated with applications, we will endeavour to get back in touch, however if you have applied to Future Select and you have not heard from us after a week, on this occasion, you will not have been successful. Your details will be saved on our system and you will be contacted in the future if a vacancy matches your skills. Future Select Copyright 2026

Role: Technical Admin Location: Dudley Hourly Rate: £13.46ph Hours of work: Monday to Friday- 9am to 5pm Looking for a role where your organisational skills and engineering knowledge genuinely make an impact? This could be your next move We’re partnering with a well-established engineering business in Dudley that’s looking for a proactive and detail-driven Technical Admin to join our clients Engineering Support team. This is more than just an admin role—you’ll be right at the heart of operations, helping keep projects moving, customers informed, and the department running smoothly. Key Responsibilities: Provide day-to-day administrative and technical support to the Electrical Services team. Coordinate service and repair jobs from initial request through to completion, ensuring all updates are accurately recorded. Act as a key point of contact for customers, delivering clear, timely, and professional communication. Raise and process job orders, purchase orders, and invoices in line with company procedures. Maintain and update job packs, service records, and compliance documentation. Support engineers with scheduling, job allocation, and resource planning. Track work in progress, ensuring deadlines and service level agreements are met. Liaise with suppliers to source parts, obtain pricing, and manage stock availability. Prepare and issue customer quotations, ensuring accuracy and clarity. Assist with reporting, including service performance, costs, and forecasting. Ensure all activities comply with health, safety, and quality standards. Continuously support process improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery. Successful candidates will have: Previous experience in engineering administration, service coordination, or technical support A solid understanding of health & safety standards Strong IT skills and a high level of attention to detail A customer-focused mindset with excellent communication skills Experience using ERP systems (essential) What we offer? Long-term stable work. Permanent opportunity for the right candidate. Be part of a supportive, hands-on engineering environment. Varied, fast-paced role where no two days are the same A chance to develop your career within a stable and growing business Weekly Pay Monday to Friday Hours (No weekend work) If you enjoy keeping things organised, solving problems, and being part of a team that delivers real results—we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and one of our recruitment team will be in touch

Senior Research & Development Chemist. West Midlands (M5/M6 area). £32,000 - £35,000 + & excellent benefits package. As one of the UK’s largest independent manufacturers supplying to the commercial sector, my client manufactures fine chemicals and rubber accelerators and has a history spanning over 150 years. With their headquarters in the West Midlands, they are true pioneers within the chemicals industry. With strategic expansion plans, an opportunity has arisen for a Research & Development Chemist to join them and take ownership of carrying out research and development on a range of innovative projects. Does this sound like the type of company that can offer you an engaging new challenge? Working closely with the Process Research Manager, the key responsibilities for your new role as Senior Research & Development Chemist are as follows: * Carrying out research and development on projects using the resources available in the department and producing associated reports and paperwork. * Making full use of the library for process development, process improvement and problem solving. * Producing full documentation for projects to assist with smooth technology transfer. * Operating existing analytical methods and interpreting results. * Developing new methods in conjunction with the Senior Research Analyst. * Developing processes for safe and efficient large-scale manufacturing. * Assisting with the execution of various assessments to comply with regulations. * Being involved in the design of experimental laboratory work to be relevant to large scale and full scale manufacture. * Assisting with the generation of process instructions to GtvIP standards for projects operated in the pilot plant. * Working with the Senior Research Analyst to develop analytical methods using spectroscopic, chromatographic or any other analytical technique, to monitor progress of chemical reactions and/or analyse final products. My client is keen to find someone with a BSC in Chemistry, as a minimum, and strong experience developed within the chemical manufacturing industry. Regardless of previous expertise, you will possess good communication skills and be a team player, by nature. In return, my client is offering a salary of £32,000 - £35,000, for a 36.25 hour week. An excellent benefits package is also on offer, which includes 25 days holiday per year (+ Bank holidays), life assurance, pension scheme, medical cash benefit plan and a generous company sick scheme. As the organisation continues to expand, opportunities for future progression will be readily available for those who want it. The company are easily accessible from West Bromwich, Oldbury, Tipton, Dudley, Wednesbury, Smethwick and the surrounding areas and the area offers sensibly priced accommodation and a variety of lifestyle options to suite every taste. If this Senior Research & Development Chemist role is of interest to you, please apply online

About the role Sytner Wolverhampton is looking for a highly motivated and hardworking Sales Administrator to join their fantastic team. As a Sytner Sales Administrator, you will provide exceptional administrative support to our sales team by assisting with file auditing, trade transfers and other ad-hoc duties. In this role, you will work closely with the Dealership Accountant, Sales Department and many members of the management team. You will be responsible for delivering excellent customer service whilst dealing with incoming enquiries from our customers in a prompt manner. Sytner Sales Administrators work a variety of flexible patterns which can typically include weekends to ensure we provide our customers with the highest possible levels of service. About you Previous experience in an administrative role is advantageous along with proficient IT skills; however, no specific industry experience is required. We are looking for an individual who is committed to providing excellent customer service and thrive in a busy, high pressurised environment. Ideally, you will be extremely organised, confident, have great attention to detail and be willing to go that extra mile. The passion to prioritise customer satisfaction at all times is crucial in this role. When applying for this role please consider that we require candidates to have obtained GCSE grade A*-C/9-4 or Functional Skills Level 2 (or equivalent) in the following subjects, English, Maths and 1 other subject as a threshold level of qualification. Why Sytner? Sytner Group are delighted to provide an industry-leading benefits package. We are passionate about continuous improvement and building an environment where everyone feels valued, appreciated and able to reach their full potential. Enhanced Holiday Entitlement – 33 days inc. bank holidays Industry-leading Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay Career Development Recognition of Long Service every 5 years Discounted Car Schemes High Street Discounts Discounted Gym memberships Cycle to work scheme One day a year paid voluntary / community work At Sytner, our values and the way we behave are important to us. We are committed to creating an equitable working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, supporting our colleagues to thrive and achieve their full potential. As part of our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, you have the right to ask for changes / adjustments to job interviews and the recruitment process. For more information around reasonable adjustments and the recruitment process please

Workshop Manager - Wednesbury Our client, a prominent and well-established automotive business, is seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to lead their busy fleet department in Wednesbury. This position offers a highly attractive salary package with substantial earning potential, making it an ideal opportunity for a skilled professional to further their career within a reputable organisation. Benefits: Competitive basic salary of up to £55,000 with additional bonus potential, earning OTE £60,000+ Stable, long-standing business with an excellent reputation Supportive and team-focused working environment Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development Flexible working hours available (Days/Evenings/Nights) to suit personal circumstances Modern facilities and state-of-the-art equipment Regular training and ongoing development providedDuties: The Workshop Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of a high-volume automotive workshop Allocate work efficiently to a team of skilled technicians and mechanics Maximise productivity through effective scheduling and workflow management Monitor job times to enhance workshop efficiency and profitability Maintain high standards of repair quality and workmanship Lead, motivate, and develop workshop staf Manage stock control, reduce waste, and control costs effectively Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations Liaise with office staff to ensure smooth workshop operations Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutionsRequirements: Proven experience as a Workshop Manager or Supervisor, within the motor trade Strong technical knowledge of vehicle diagnostics, repairs, and servicing Demonstrable track record of managing and motivating a team effectively in the role of Workshop Manager Excellent organisational and communication skills Proactive attitude with a solutions-focused approach Ability to work flexibly across different shifts (Days/Evenings/Nights)If you are a driven Workshop Manager seeking a new challenge within a forward-thinking automotive business, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career and increase your earnings. Contact Archie Lawson, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Wednesbury and West Midlands, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity. Our team of Automotive Recruitment Consultants all share a passion for finding our job seekers the best jobs in the Automotive Industry. So, if you are looking to improve your career and want to hear about more Motor Trade Jobs in your local area, please contact us today

We are recruiting an organised and detail-oriented Sales Order Processor to join our busy sales office. This role is central to ensuring the smooth handling of customer orders from initial receipt through to invoicing, while supporting the wider sales function. It offers the opportunity to develop into a more technical position over time. The main duties will be : Manage the full order lifecycle, including receiving customer orders, inputting them accurately into the system, coordinating with relevant departments, and ensuring timely fulfilment through to final invoicing. Raise and process purchase orders related to customer requirements, liaising with suppliers to confirm availability, pricing, and delivery schedules. Review and verify selling prices, ensuring accuracy and consistency. Monitor margins and profitability on orders, flagging any discrepancies or concerns. Handle inbound telephone and email enquiries in a professional and efficient manner. Prepare and issue customer quotations, ensuring accuracy in pricing, product details, and lead times. Carry out general sales office administration, maintaining accurate records and documentation. Computer-based work will form a significant part of the role. Work with internal systems such as Sage or Cin7 to manage orders, stock, and invoicing. Full training will be provided where needed. Gain product and technical knowledge over time, with the potential to progress into a more technical or specialist role within the business. Skills & Experience Required Previous experience in a sales office or order processing environment is essential Familiarity with Sage and/or Cin7 systems (preferred, but training will be provided) Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly with data entry and pricing Excellent organisational and time management skills Confident and professional telephone manner Ability to work both independently and as part of a team This is a predominantly office-based role with a strong focus on computer-based tasks Full training will be provided on internal systems and processes In return we will provide the opportunity for future development, full product training and support and the chance to join a family feel friendly department

In a Nutshell… We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Director to join our team within Vistry North West Midlands, at our Wolverhampton office. As our Commercial Director, you will direct and lead the commercial strategy of the Business Unit whilst leading, inspiring and motivating the commercial team in order to generate profit. You will have overall responsibility for the regional Surveying, Buying and Estimating teams and will lead, coach and develop the team to meet departmental targets and achieve success. You will develop, review and implement the Company's strategic commercial objectives and be responsible for ensuring accurate financial cost control, budgeting and forecasting. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you… Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Christmas company shutdown Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…In return, what we would like from you… Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Degree in Surveying, Building or similar Experience working within a residential house builder Experience of people management and project leading A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Be an inspirational leader and a strong team player Experience of supporting business growth Well-developed analytical, oral and presentation / communication skills Ability to formulate commercial plans and ensure full engagement Desirable… A Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Committed to chosen profession by continued self-development, i.e., short courses, seminars.More about the Commercial Director role… To define, direct and lead a commercial strategy that balances risk to the business with opportunity for income generation to reinvest in the business. To define, direct and lead a commercial strategy that balances risk to the business with opportunity for income generation to reinvest in the business. Manage relationships with subcontractors and third parties to understand their requirements, negotiating ongoing contracts with suppliers and making recommendations as required Anticipate future market developments by working consistently at a strategic level, conducting market research and analysis to create detailed business plans on commercial opportunities as well as to understand any potential risks or threats To direct and lead the governance of the Commercial team, ensuring proper accountability for, and reporting of, all commercial activity and the development of appropriate control systems. To direct the performance of existing commercial business ventures ensuring that contracts are fulfilled, and profit targets are delivered. Oversee the preparation of and authorise land purchase construction budgets and project completion analysis Take responsibility for Construction Surveying duties including budget preparation, cost to completes, authorisation of subcontractor procurement, payments and claims Monitor and oversee the maintenance and updating of development budgets and cashflows. Including Monitoring performance of both cost and cashflow against annual budget to ensure delivery against financial quarter end targets. Advise the wider team on technical solutions, buildability and costs at design stage in conjunction with the Construction Director Prepare relevant KPI and reporting information for senior management/board meetings with the Regional Managing Director and Divisional Chair. To help define and embed a commercial approach to the running of the department across all levels of the hierarchy. Work with the senior management team to collaboratively guide the development of professional standards, commercial contracts, and service level agreements. Collaborate with and coordinate a strong working relationship amongst key stakeholders within the business, namely Development, Construction and Customer Services To take steps to identify and manage risks commercial and otherwise. To actively support land bid submissions throughout the business unit. To build and maintain effective relationships with key working partners, including the development of strong links at all levels of the business. Market the organisation's capabilities in the delivery and management of commercial activities and maintain Vistry Homes profile with customers/clients, external bodies, suppliers, and other stakeholders. Manage risk and ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal procedural requirements. Manage and support the performance and development of the Commercial team.Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us… We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-AD1

Our client is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance precision machined components and has continually invested in the latest manufacturing tooling and equipment. The quality department is currently a combined resource from the two merged businesses but has yet to become fully integrated, so an external Quality Management Consultant is sought on an interim basis to make a detailed assessment of their current quality systems, processes, data collection and reporting processes and subsequently and implement a plan to introduce best practices across the UK business. Job Title - Quality Management Consultant Business – Manufacture of precision machined components Location – Wolverhampton The business currently has a number of standards including ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO1702 plus several customer and market specific accreditations. Summary of the role o Understand quality team’s knowledge and experience - create a development plan that addresses identified skills gaps o Review working processes and practices - propose improvements o Review current data collection methods - assess them for suitability and change if required. o Review current data analysis - propose and introduce changes to analysis techniques and outputs o Create a pro-active approach to improving quality - over time, reduce the % of time spent on reactive work, firefighting & replace, where possible with preventive activities, planning o Implement improvements to include changes to process, training and mentoring teams Experience Applications are sought from candidates who can demonstrate a significant background and experience in Quality Management with a proven track record working on interim consultancy contracts. o Ability to evaluate the current business systems and personnel’s knowledge and capability and develop and implement a proactive plan to achieve necessary improvements. o Background in manufacturing industry is essential and will ideally include knowledge of highly regulated industries requirement a high degree of compliance and certification eg: automotive, aerospace, defence, nuclear or medical devices etc. o Detailed knowledge of ISO business management systems and accreditations. o Sound knowledge and application of ‘best practice’ quality tools – RCA, FMEA, APQP, Control Plans, Statistical and data analysis etc o Confident navigating different cultural differences and lead changes to become a cohesive integrated quality / business management system. o Key attribute will be energy and a positive upbeat demeanour, detail orientated and able to deal with various ambiguities that will inevitably emerge as a thorough forensic investigation of current business practices is undertaken. The important bit It is envisaged that this assignment will be outside of IR35 ( although CEST report is yet to be undertaken). Day rate to be negotiated on an individual basis with a planned duration of the assignment to be determined but could be anything from 1 or 2 days per week to full time for a 3 months duration. However it is expected that this will become clearer once the candidate has spent an initial period in business and better understands the parameters. Apply on-line or call Robert Wigley for a confidential discussion (url removed) Technical Network Recruitment – Search & Selection for mid to senior level appointments for engineering & manufacturing sectors- automotive, aerospace, defence, advanced materials, capital equipment & automation

Plant Fitter The Role: The Plant Fitter is responsible for the service and maintenance of company assets. To prepare equipment ready for hire and sale and to pick and pack following orders received. Complete audits as requested and contribute to the annual stock check. Working as part of the hire department operations team and providing full operational support to all areas of the business. Key Responsibilities: Hire, Sale & Utilisation Confirm hire availability with the sales team for incoming enquiries. Maximise on all hire opportunities to assist with hire utilisation. Receive picking lists from the Team Leader for hire and sale orders received. Ensure all picking lists are completed with plant numbers etc in a timely manner for information to be transferred into the system. Pick and pack equipment and stock for hire and sale orders. Enter plant numbers in the system and confirm hires in a timely manner. Liaise with the relevant hire or sales coordinator to inform them of potential issues with equipment availability.Service & Maintenance Complete inspections, service, maintenance and repair of a range of mechanical and non-mechanical plant and equipment within the BCS hire fleet, following manufacture guidelines, legislation and company processes at all times. Raise workshop jobs in the system detailing hours and parts used for all service, maintenance and repair work completed saving the updated certificates on the shared drive. Document work completed on system generated service checklist and hand in for scanning. Request parts for workshop jobs to be ordered using the workshop module in the system. Ensure damage repairs are processed as rechargeable in the system where applicable and photographs are submitted to support charges. Request purchase orders to be raised for parts for stock, and suggest stock holding requirements to management. Identify equipment for disposal and highlight to management.On Site Service & Maintenance Complete on site service and maintenance for mechanical and non mechanical plant and specialist equipment, following manufacture guidelines and company processes. Create workshop jobs for all scheduled on site work. Complete hand written job cards for all reactive/un scheduled work completed. Enter information for hours and parts used on return to the depot. Liaise with the customer during all on site work to ensure they are aware of progress and potential down time of equipment.Commercial Maintain accurate stock levels within the system by ensuring orders are picked accurately. Report stock issues and highlight where customer orders could potentially be delayed. Complete stock audits as requested, feeding back to management and Quality Team. Support the business during annual stock checks.Quality Ensure works are carried out in accordance with processes. Contribute to continuous improvement by providing suggestions and feedback to Management. Work to agreed timescales updating the Team Leader where required. Maintain good communication with Team Leaders and Management at all times.HSEQ Complete tasks in accordance with risk assessments, notify the Team Leader of any potential noncompliance. Report accidents and Positive Interventions using the correct methods. Ensure the correct PPE is used in the depots at all times. Maintain excellent levels of housekeeping, ensure areas are free from waste and trip hazards etc. Identify/Submit positive interventions where needed. Work in conjunction with HSEQ policies and procedures.Key measures & targets: Quality of workshop area Efficiency of workshop jobs completed in the system Quantity of equipment in quarantine area and duration left in quarantine area Hire utilisationKey relationships: Operations Managers Team Leader - Workshop Wallows Lane depot Yard Team Fitters ElectricianPerson Specification: The successful candidate is likely to meet all of the following criteria: Essential Previous experience working as a Plant Fitter Computer literate Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures Ability to work well within a team, offering support to others Driving licenceDesirable Forklift licenceAbout BCS Group: BCS Group, a subsidiary of Barhale Holdings Plc, is a privately owned company. We are a leading supplier of safety and construction products based in the Midlands. We pride ourselves on providing a first-class service to all our customers, ensuring the right product or solution is delivered to the right location on time. With over 5,000 items within our core range, BCS Group can fulfil any order and ensure it is delivered directly via our dedicated transport fleet or those of our partners. Manufacturing: Our capabilities include standard and bespoke signage, labels, temporary and permanent road traffic signs and bespoke steel fabrication/installation which includes footbridges, walkways, flooring, guardrails, ladders and tunnelling products. Extensive Stock Range: Distributor of leading industry brands in PPE & clothing, traffic management, safety & lifting and site equipment products. These include Bollé, Pulsar, Globus, Rock Fall, Progarm, Portwest, Melba Swintex, Oxford Plastics, JSP, Nissen, Carters, Orafol, Crowcon, Radiodetection, Dräger, Ridgegear, and Plant Nappy. Safety Equipment Servicing: Specialist safety & lifting repair, calibration and inspection since 1999. We have our own purpose-built maintenance and calibration facility for gas detection, cable avoidance, breathing apparatus and lifting equipment which along with our fully equipped mobile calibration unit is where all maintenance and repairs are carried out. Our staff are trained and fully qualified in the maintenance, calibration and inspection of a full range of specialist safety & lifting equipment. Our People: With a direct workforce philosophy, the company culture is driven by our core values, which describe how we act day-to-day. We ensure all your needs are met through our national call centre and dedicated account management. Triple Accreditation: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 50001:2011 standards, which means our customers can have complete confidence that we have an ongoing commitment to be a safe, efficient and responsible partner. Caring and investing in you As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people. We are passionate about creating a working environment where people are supported throughout their careers, where people can enjoy security and be part of a company that cares about them. From the moment you join us, your well-being and career aspirations will be supported by. Competitive salary Company Pension Life Assurance Private Medical 25 days annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days 8 hours volunteering Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological, and financial well-being. Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position) Leadership & management training and coaching Regular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progression. Development supported by internal and externally delivered training. Continuous service awards